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Production Assembler (Controller)
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Production Assembler (Controller)
Company Description
SWARCO UK & Ireland: The Better Way. Every Day.
At SWARCO, we’re at the forefront of intelligent transport technology, designing and manufacturing solutions that help keep people moving safely and efficiently.
Challenge
Controller Production Assembler
- Location: Melsonby
- Salary: Competitive
- Business Division: SWARCO UK & Ireland
We’re looking for a Controller Production Assembler to join our manufacturing team in Melsonby, working on the assembly, wiring and testing of a range of specialist SWARCO products, including traffic signal controllers, roadside controller cabinets, variable message signs and associated equipment.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with an electrical, mechanical or manufacturing background who enjoys practical work, takes pride in quality and has good attention to detail.
What you will do
You’ll be responsible for the safe, accurate and efficient electro-mechanical assembly, wiring, testing and preparation of SWARCO products.
Working from technical drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), specifications and kit lists, you’ll help turn individual components into finished products ready for use by our customers.
Your day-to-day work will include:
- Assembling and wiring traffic signal controller and roadside controller cabinets
- Preparing cables, connectors and wiring looms
- Carrying out cabinet wiring and fitting electrical components such as transformers
- Assembling mechanical components, enclosures, prisms and trailers
- Reading and following technical drawings, specifications, BOMs and kit lists
- Carrying out basic functional testing of completed products
- Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
- Supporting PCB assembly/repair and basic mechanical assembly activities
- Preparing and fitting sign faces and assembling MDU units
- Ensuring completed work meets SWARCO’s quality and production standards
- Identifying and reporting quality issues or non-conformances
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment in line with 5S principles
- Supporting continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives across the manufacturing operation
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Profile
What we are looking for
We’re looking for someone who is practical, reliable and technically minded, with the ability to follow detailed instructions and take pride in producing high-quality work.
Ideally, you will have:
- Experience in an electrical, mechanical, electro-mechanical or manufacturing environment
- Relevant electrical, mechanical or manufacturing training or qualifications
- The ability to read and understand technical drawings, specifications, BOMs or similar documentation
- Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work
- An understanding of quality control and safe working practices
- Experience using hand and power tools
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- A proactive approach and willingness to learn new skills
Desirable:
- Experience working with traffic signal controllers or similar specialist equipment
- Experience with variable message signs or roadside technology
- Previous experience carrying out product testing
- Experience of PCB assembly or repair
- Experience working within a 5S or continuous improvement environment
You don't need to have experience in the traffic industry to be considered. If you have a strong electrical, mechanical or electro-mechanical assembly background and are keen to learn, we'd be interested in hearing from you.
Benefits
What we offer
At SWARCO, we believe in investing in our people and creating an environment where everyone can develop and make a difference.
You’ll receive a competitive salary and benefits package, together with opportunities to learn and develop within a global technology business.
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Our benefits include:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Employer pension contributions
- Life assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee discounts portal
- Opportunities for training, development and career progression
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
Interested?
If you’re looking for a hands-on technical role where you can develop your skills while working on products that make a real difference to how people travel, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply by clicking on the link below and sharing your details.
Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before any advertised closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. Applications received after the closing date will not be processed.
We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK by the start of their employment. SWARCO is an equal opportunities employer.
Agencies, please note: Should we require recruitment agency involvement, we will contact the agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We ask that you respect the relationships we have already built with these suppliers. Any unsolicited CV sent to any partner or employee of SWARCO for a role where we have not actively engaged with you will not be liable for any payment or fee.
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SWARCO is growing. Grow with us. The online application can be submitted with just a few clicks. We look forward to new talents who will help us shape the mobility of tomorrow.
SWARCO UK
East Road
Melsonby
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