Manufacturing Technician - FTC

Royston
3 weeks ago
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Location: Royston (SG8)

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract

Duration: 6 weeks initially with potential to extend

Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday - Friday

Salary: £31200 per annum / £15.00 per hour

Job Reference: 36033

We are seeking Manufacturing Technicians to join our client based just outside Royston. You will join a small but expanding team working on cutting-edge robotics. Initially this role is offered as a 6 week fixed term contract but there could to be opportunities to extend this in due course for the right candidates.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble mechanical and electrical components (motors, sensors, PCBAs) following SOPs

• Test modules and complete system diagnostics on new and existing robots

• Perform repairs and upgrades, from simple part replacements to major rebuilds

• Support lean manufacturing practices, inventory control and continuous improvement initiative

Requirements:

• Hands-on technical experience and interest in manufacturing / technology

• Strong problem-solving skills, mechanical dexterity and team spirit

• Further education in engineering/science preferred

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below

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