Oxford Instruments plc
Production Technician Electrical
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Production Technician Electrical
Production Technician – Electrical assembly (Groundbreaking, High-Tech Products)
The Opportunity
Join our innovative Production team and seize this incredible chance to contribute to the assembly of groundbreaking, high-tech products. You will enhance your skills while tackling some of the most intricate system configurations. To excel in this role, a strong engineering background and high level of technical skills and knowledge are essential. Be part of something exciting and impactful!
You will be contracted to work on a rotating shift pattern. Each working week consists of 4 shifts of 8 hours and one of 5 hours, with enhanced shift rates applied. Current shifts include:
- Early Shift (06:00–14:00 hrs)
- Afternoon Shift (14:00–22:00 hrs Mon–Thu; 06:00–11:00 & 11:00–16:00 on Fridays)
Key Responsibilities
(Including but not limited to:)
- Build systems, sub-assemblies, and piece parts for complex systems—efficiently, to right quality levels, ISO standards, and build schedules
- Ensure that BOM and customer specifications are met in full
- Identify and resolve build problems promptly
- Report technical issues and record them using the FRACAS process
- Maintain technical competence by completing necessary training
- Act as a technical point of reference to ensure all technicians understand the build sequence
- Train and guide less experienced technicians
- Set an example of meticulous build cleanliness, housekeeping, and Health & Safety in build areas, supporting 5S initiatives
- Contribute to continuous improvement within the Production Team
- Work within shift rotations, with rotas communicated by your Team Leader
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About You
Essential (unless otherwise stated):
- Time-served Electrical Apprenticeship (e.g., City & Guilds Part 3) OR • HND, HNC, or BTEC at Level 3 (Engineering/Electrical related)
- Detailed wiring skills, including:
- Lead-free soldering (precision level)
- Panel wiring to schematics with accuracy
- Ability to read electrical drawings
- Fault-finding and corrective action implementation
- Ideally: Combination of mechanical, electrical, and electronic assembly skills
- Ideally: Experience in semiconductor industry manufacturing
- Proficient PC Skills
- Highly committed team player with self-discipline, punctuality, and flexibility
- Adherence to hygiene, safety, and quality standards
- Strong communication skills
About Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology
At Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, we develop tools for engineering micro- and nano-structures—supporting our customers’ research and production of critical materials and semiconductors. Think: medical devices, quantum computers, and electric cars.
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Benefits
In addition to a competitive starting salary, the role offers:
- Structured career development opportunities
- Good work-life balance, including half-days on Fridays
- 25 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
- Private healthcare support
- Share incentive plan
- Flexible benefits package (tailored to individual needs)
- Defined contribution Group Personal Pension Plan
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We are committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: Oxford Instruments operates a Preferred Supplier List and does not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please refer all applications directly to the hiring team. The company is not liable for agency-related fees.
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