Job Description
Electrical Technician
Pay: £32k - £34k
Section: Cable & Harness
Contract: Permanent
Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire
Working Pattern: (Mon-Thu 37.5 hrs)
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Technician (Cable & Harness) to join the Production Operations team at the Ampthill site.
This role is ideal for a skilled, detail-focused technician with experience in cable and harness manufacture, working on high-value, safety-critical hardware. You will work closely with engineering teams, following detailed drawings and engineering instructions, and applying a methodical and precise approach to production tasks. Ongoing training, support, and access to flexible benefits are provided.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manufacture electrical cables and wiring harnesses in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
* Safely and competently use hand tools, crimp tools, jigs, fixtures, and precision measuring equipment
* Perform high-accuracy hand soldering to required quality standards
* Work closely with engineering support teams to resolve technical or production issues
* Apply a methodical, problem-solving approach to ensure successful completion of production tasks
* Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in line with 5S methodology
* Adhere to strict health, safety, and ESD control requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
* IPC-620 certification, or experience working to IPC/J-Standards 610 will still be considered with ongoing training and support.
* Proven experience in cable and harness manufacturing within a medium-volume production environment
* Ability to work confidently from engineering drawings and work instructions
* Strong understanding of ESD controls
* Experience using crimp tools and carrying out high-accuracy hand soldering
* Strong attention to detail with a positive, solutions-focused attitude
* Background in aerospace, defence, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
Whats on Offer:
* 4-day working week (MondayThursday)
* Work on exciting, mission-critical programmes
* Ongoing training and long-term career development
* Supportive, engineering-led working environment
* Competitive and flexible benefits package
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