The Role
Are you a skilled technician with a passion for precision? We're looking for a Manufacturing Technician to assemble, test, repair and refurbish cutting‑edge instrumentation. Our products integrate lasers, electro‑optical systems, 3D positioners, and detection using high‑spec video cameras. Instrument assembly largely involves electronics box‑build and optical alignment with sub‑assembly components and full system build. Collection and strict management of data is also a key element of the role, as is involvement in continuous improvement tasks and projects.
What we're looking for
* Strong assembly skills with attention to detail
* Ability to work to strict deadlines
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* Commitment to continuous improvement and data accuracy
Key Responsibilities
* Assembly and testing of Mass Photometer instruments
* Producing electrical harnesses
* Assembling electronic sub‑systems
* Assembling and aligning optical components
* Final Acceptance Testing (FAT) – bespoke routines, training provided
* Producing equipment to detailed work instructions, assembly instructions, and documented test routines
* Understanding, designing and implementing lean manufacturing techniques for electronic and optical systems
* Working with bills of materials, procurement and stock holding for forward planning
* Continuous improvement of operations facilities, tools and techniques to increase productivity and reduce costs
* Documenting protocols, in‑process results, issues, and potential improvements during operations activities; archiving test results and tracking key performance metrics
Qualifications
* University degree in a relevant discipline or relevant industry experience
Skills & Experience required
* Relevant industrial operations experience (~3 years)
* Experience in a laboratory environment requiring PPE, handling of lasers and optics
* Ability to assemble electronic sub‑systems, including fault finding (e.g., continuity testing)
* Experience assembling high‑precision, delicate parts, optics handling and use of lasers
* Some experience testing high‑technology equipment prior to shipping
Desirable
* Experience of optical alignment using laser systems; laser safety training to Class 4 laser use
* Previous experience of assembling and testing scientific instrumentation
Location
This position is fully based on‑site, 5 days per week in our Oxford office (Littlemore, Trade City).
Compensation and Core Benefits
* Salary between £30,000 and £36,000, depending on experience
* 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* Up to 7% employer‑matched pension contribution
* Private health insurance from day one plus critical illness cover, income protection, and life insurance
* Give as You Earn and Cycle to Work salary‑sacrifice schemes
* Annual company and individual bonus scheme
Family Friendly Benefits
* YellowNest Nursery Scheme, once probation is passed
* Up to 17 weeks fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
* 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave
* Annual allowance for emergency childcare
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