Job title: Technician (Wireperson) P0222P
Location: Portland, Dorset
Salary: Competitive
Hours: 37.5 per week
You will operate as part of a developing team, responsible for Electronic and Mechanical assembly of equipment from the development and manufacturing of bespoke products to the ongoing support of products to meet customer business needs. This will be achieved by focusing on set customer delivery milestones, of quality, on time and to budget. This role would be ideal for anyone who can bring an experience of electronic and mechanical assembly operations at PCB board level as well as an eagerness to learn.
What you'll do.
* Solder, crimp and undertake mechanical assemblies and cable assemblies.
* Work Job Cards, Production/Development drawings, Test plans, Technical instructions and Process documents.
* Inspect component parts and identify defects prior to and during the manufacturing and assembly process.
* Competently inspect components and sub-assemblies
* Kit parts, hand tools and other equipment to complete assembly ensuring that all materials are correct
* Ensure looms are formed against wiring schedules to achieve the required dimensional and visual standard
* Identify areas for potential process improvement and communicate opportunities as necessary.
* Participate in the Continuous Improvement activities that are on-going within the workplace with the goal of eliminating waste and reduction in operating costs.
What you'll need.
* Ability to obtain UK security clearance
* Surface mount experience and certification to IPC standards would be an advantage
* Minimum of 2 GCSE’s or equivalent, ideally Maths & English.
* Technical experience in manufacturing, assembly, repair, modification of electronic components or systems.
* Strong mechanical aptitude.
* Proficient with use of hand tools and test equipment.
* Ability to read and understand electronic and mechanical drawings.
* Knowledge of electronic Components.
* A basic understanding of electrical & electronics requirements.
* Competent in IPC 610 and 620 standards would be an advantage.
* Good at multi-tasking
* Computer proficient with office 365 and the ability to pick up software programmes quickly.
* Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
What you'll get.
* Full lifecycle and career progression: You choose the direction of your career
* Paid overtime or time off in lieu: Gain up to 24 additional days per year
* Flexible working: We operate on core working hours of 09:30 – 12:00 & 14:00 – 16:00
* Role-specific allowances: You won’t be out of pocket
* Holiday Closedown: Most employees are off between 24th December to the 2nd January
* Pension scheme: Competitive employer-matched scheme
* Private Medical Care: Access a network of 50+ private clinics and hospitals nationwide
* Training and upskilling: We are committed to your personal and professional development
* Employee Benefit schemes: Fancy a new Bike? Got your eye on some Tech?
* Gym discounts: Or the use of our onsite gym in our Chertsey office
* Company Tech: Laptops, mobiles, and home office equipment
* Relocation Package: Spend less time traveling and more time living
Why Drumgrange?
As a small-medium enterprise, we benefit from having a flat organisation structure with only a few levels between a junior role and a department head, so you can spend more time with technical application and less time wrangling with red tape. It also means that your voice is heard and there is plenty of opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact upon the business.
Roles here present fantastic opportunities to be involved across the whole design lifecycle, and with such a wide portfolio of products and capabilities, you can expect varied and career-expanding work that takes you across different engineering domains and environments.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. Please be aware that many of our roles will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities held, and your place of birth may limit the roles you can perform in our organisation.