Production Technician

Description

Location: On-site (5 days per week) near Southampton

Contract: Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidates

Hours: Part-time (flexible start and finish times)

Pay: Up to £16.00 per hour (PAYE)

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled and detail-focused Production Operator / Mechanical Assembler to join a precision manufacturing team. This is a hands-on bench assembly role building high-quality units using clear, step-by-step SOPs.

You'll be working with small mechanical and electro-mechanical components, carrying out assembly, inspection, and basic testing. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, methodical, and quality-driven, with the confidence to follow detailed instructions and raise issues where needed.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare components, tools, and workstation prior to assembly

Inspect and clean parts, seals, and machined surfaces

Assemble precision components including housings, gears, motors, PCBs, and fittings

Fit O-rings, seals, bearings, springs, washers, and circlips

Apply grease, threadlocker, or sealant as specified

Use calibrated torque tools and hand tools safely and accurately

Carry out inspection checks and basic functional testing (e.g. rotation, alignment)

Record build data, label finished units, and prepare for final testing and dispatch

What We're Looking For

Experience in mechanical, electro-mechanical, or production assembly preferred

Confident working with small, delicate parts and precision components

Able to follow SOPs, visual instructions, and checklists accurately

Strong attention to detail with a quality-first mindset

Comfortable with repetitive, process-driven work

Reliable, organised, and maintains a clean workspace

Desirable Experience

Use of torque tools, fasteners, seals (O-rings), bearings, and circlips

PCB connections or basic functional testing

Experience in regulated or quality-controlled production environments (e.g. medical devices, instrumentation, valves, xjnqpsq actuators)

Working Environment & Training

Bench-based workshop or manufacturing setting

Work involves close-tolerance, precision assembly

PPE required (e.g. gloves, safety glasses, lab coat where applicable)

Full training provided covering SOPs, safety procedures, inspection points, and quality standards

Why Apply?

Flexible part-time hours to suit your schedule

Opportunity to secure a permanent role

Work in a high-quality, precision manufacturing environment

Gain valuable experience in advanced assembly techniquesIf you take pride in precision work and enjoy hands-on assembly in a structured environment, we'd love to hear from you

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