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Production Technician / Engineer

Conwy
4 weeks ago
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Role: Production Technician / Engineer
Location: Conwy, North Wales
Onsite role
Salary: Competitive
Experience: All levels considered - graduate or experienced

The Role:

A well-established engineering company that develops and manufactures geophysical borehole logging equipment is seeking a Production Technician / Engineer to join its production team. The company supplies a range of winches, probes, and accessories to clients globally, operating a low-volume, high-precision production process with many bespoke products.

Based in Glan Conwy, North Wales, the company offers a hands-on technical role that includes training on specialized tools and equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a solid practical understanding of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems. Flexibility and a proactive attitude are essential, as day-to-day responsibilities may vary in line with business needs.

Key Skills:

Practical mechanical skills with an aptitude for precise work and a basic understanding of mechanical systems.
Practical electrical and electronics skills with a good eye for detail, including soldering and a basic understanding of electronics and electrical systems.
Familiarity with test and measurement tools such as multimeters, insulation testers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc.
Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings.
Logical, methodical approach to fault-finding and troubleshooting.
Strong organizational and teamwork skills within a production setting.
Self-motivation and decision-making confidence.
Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO9001 is advantageous.
IT literate, with proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools and email.Key Duties:

Mechanical and electrical assembly of tools and equipment.
Undertaking repairs of tools returned from the field.
Functional, performance, and reliability testing of products, including completion of acceptance documentation.
Fault finding and troubleshooting of systems.
Calibration of data acquisition tools.
Creating test procedures and quality control documentation.
Packaging and dispatch preparation for customer orders.
Liaising with the manufacturing facility.Qualifications/Experience:

A university degree in Engineering, HND in Engineering, or a time-served apprenticeship in a relevant discipline.
Alternatively, a technical tradesperson with 3+ years' experience in a technician role who possesses transferable skills and a proactive mindset will also be considered.What We Offer:

Competitive salary, commensurate with skills and experience
Company contributions to a private pension scheme
A relaxed and friendly work environment in beautiful North Wales
Opportunities for international travelPeople Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas

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