Job Description
We are looking for Production Operative / Cable Harness Technician to join our growing manufacturing team in Newcastle-under-Lyme. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity working on high-quality specialist products for customers in defence, aerospace, rail, marine, and motorsport.If you have experience in cable harness assembly or a similar hands-on manufacturing role, we would love to hear from you. We offer a competitive hourly rate, a £500 signing-on bonus for candidates with 2+ YEARS relevant experience (upon completion of 90-day probationary period), and full training on our products, processes, and systems.ResponsibilitiesBuild products in accordance with drawings, work instructions and quality standards.Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environmentFollow internal processes and quality proceduresWhat you'll be doingYou will be trained to carry out a range of assembly and manufacturing tasks, including:Wire Preparation (Cutting & Stripping)Crimp and solder terminationsAssembling electrical and electronic componentsApplying heat shrink and associated materialsFollowing build instructions for harness and electromechanical assembliesRecording work activity and job progress using internal systemsRequirementsEssential skillsGood attention to detail and ability to follow work instructionsAbility to work both independently and as part of a teamPreferred experiencePrevious experience in cable harness assembly or a similar hands-on manufacturing, wiring, or electromechanical assembly role (around 3 years preferred)Ability to follow work instructions, drawings and wiring diagrams.£500 signing-on bonus for candidates with 2+ YEARS relevant experience upon completion of 90-day probationary period.Additional benefitsIn addition to a competitive package, you will benefit from a supportive team environment, hands-on training, and the opportunity to build a long-term career in specialist manufacturing.Company pensionPrivate medical insuranceLife insuranceEmployee mentoring programmeAdditional leave and wellbeing supportCompany eventsFree onsite parkingSick payReferral schemeScheduleMonday to Thursday 8am 4:30pm, Friday 8am-12:30pm36.5 hrs per weekOvertime available as requiredLocationNewcastle-under-Lyme (ST5)On-site roleApply if you areAbility to reliably commute to siteIdeally based in or near Stoke-on-Trent / Newcastle-under-LymePlease email to request a company application form quoting ref: NN0526TPBN1_UKTJ