Production Technician - Rheinmetall Electronics UK Ltd

Job Posted: 27 November 2024

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: Subject to Experience
• Industries: Engineering Manufacturing Mechanical and Electrical

Rheinmetall Electronics UK (REUK) Ltd design and manufacture advanced electronics products and systems. The company operates internationally in the communications, defence, security and government services market, and is established as a world-leader in digital signal and video processing on embedded systems.

The company is building upon the commercial success achieved to date, and now needs to appoint an enthusiastic individual to support the management of a rapidly growing inventory.

The production organisation within the business is responsible for manufacture and release of hardware products. Goods must be produced to a consistent standard that meets not only explicitly stated customer needs, but also expectations associated with statutory, regulatory and even internally defined requirements. The role of each production technician is therefore to apply their experience and practical knowledge to repeatably produce items to these standards.

In addition to the manufacture of goods, the production organisation takes great pride in working together to pursue continuous improvement in all aspects of the business. Technicians are encouraged to proactively identify and detail any problems or opportunities they may come across whilst executing their duties. Opportunities are provided for collaboration with other business stakeholders to conceive, develop and implement robust improvements that contribute towards an efficient, defect-free operation.

As part of our efforts to continually develop our positive quality culture, operatives are also regularly invited to participate in activities such as process auditing, to help develop awareness of business activities outside of their own department. Through continual investment into the experience and awareness of employees throughout the operations team, we strive to ensure that the production team remains considerate and responsive to the needs of both internal and external customers.

Responsibilities & Tasks

Testing of printed circuit boards (PCBs) to confirm functionality meets specification

• Programming of PCBs prior to mechanical assembly

• Assemble mechanical, electrical and electronic components to the defined engineering drawings and procedures.

• Assembly of simple cable harnesses, including cable preparation and crimping with specialist hand-crimp tools

• Calibration of electro-optic subassemblies and finished products using purpose-built in-house special-to-type-equipment (STTE)

• Follow written procedures to conduct functional testing of equipment to defined acceptance test criteria at product, subassembly and component level

• Visual inspection of finished product against defined acceptance test criteria

• Investigate, report on, and if possible repair any products that fail any test or inspection stage during manufacture

• Document build, test and calibration activities by completing production and quality documentation.

• Share knowledge and experience with other operatives, particularly those that are new to the team

• Participate in continuous improvement efforts such as problem reporting, defect reviews, and process audits

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Support with other duties within the operations department as required.

Skills Requirement

• Ability to interpret technical documentation, such as drawings, schematics, build instructions, or other verbal or written instructions.

• Excellent hand-eye co-ordination and a high level of dexterity.

• Willing to perform repetitive tasks while sitting or standing for extended period of time.

• Must have good visual depth perception, and ability to differentiate between colours.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Must be able to read and prepare documentation in English.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a production technician or in a similar role.

• Previous experience of electronic assembly and test in a formal production environment preferred.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and equipment.

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• IPC-610, IPc-620, JSTD-001 qualifications preferred.

Full Time - 37.5 Hours per week

Salary dependant on experience / qualifications

Location: Newport, Isle of Wight

At REUK, our vision is to become a recognised and respected solution provider while delivering high-technology, high reliability & high-quality products and systems

We want REUK to be the employer you choose to build your career with. We are on a journey to growth and have lots of opportunities for you to grow as our business continues to grow.

We are passionate about finding likeminded people to join us and we want you to be proud to work at REUK. We believe in rewarding and developing our people and we offer you:

• 25 Days holiday plus Bank holidays (increasing with service)
• The opportunity to work flexibly and to work your contracted hours over the week so that you can enjoy an early finish on a Friday.
• 4-times Death-in-Service Benefit (after 3 months of service)
• BUPA Healthcare & Dental-Care Insurance (after successful completion of probationary period)
• Long Service Rewards
• Enhanced Employer Pension contributions of 6.8%
• Salary sacrifice scheme for Cycle to Work
• Discounted Ferry Bookings
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Monthly on-site massages
• Excellent Training Opportunities
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Excellent canteen facilities with a state-of-the-art kitchen, pool table and tuck shop
• Staff social events throughout the year
• Recognition for your work

Due to our pre-employment checks, we require applicants to have lived in the UK for at least 5 years. 

To apply, please send your CV to [email protected]