This programme has been designed to support people who have had a career break or are trying to transfer their skills in to a new sector or one they used to work in. We know that any gap in work experience or a move away from a sector or skill set makes it very hard to return or join through standard recruitment channels.
The roles in this programme tend to run on a 12 week work placement with a view to securing a permanent role at the end of that period. Although it’s not guaranteed, 96% of our candidates who join the programme go on to secure permanent roles with their host organisation.
As a candidate working with STEM Returners you have access to free CV writing and Interview coaching and if you are successful in securing the role you’ll get access to a 12 month coaching and mentoring programme to help you thrive in the role. This role is open to anyone with the required skills and training.
You will operate as part of a developing team, responsible for Electronic and Mechanical assembly of equipment from the development and manufacturing of bespoke products to the ongoing support of products to meet customer business needs. This will be achieved by focusing on set customer delivery milestones, of quality, on time and to budget.
Reporting to: Operations Support Manager

• This role would be ideal for a candidate that brings with them experience of electronic and mechanical assembly operations and an eagerness to learn.
• Ability to solder, crimp, undertake mechanical assemblies and cable assemblies. All to be undertaken against the recognised company standards as laid down in IPC-A-610.
• Surface mount experience and certification to IPC standards would be an advantage.
• Able to work iaw Job Cards, Production/Development drawings, Test plans, Technical instructions and Process documents.
• Ability to inspect component parts and identify defects prior to and during the manufacturing and assembly process.
• Competently inspect components and sub assemblies in accordance with the quality standards and production schedule within the required tolerances and technical specification.
• Able to kit parts, hand tools and other equipment to complete assembly ensuring that all materials are correct and to standard, fitting to the required specification.
• Ensure looms are formed against wiring schedules to achieve the required dimensional and visual standard.
• Enable Identification of areas for potential process improvement and communicate opportunities as necessary.
• Participate in the Continuous Improvement activities that are on-going within the workplace with the goal of eliminating waste and reduction in operating costs.
• Ensure all H&S requirements are met, and the assembly area is maintained as a safe, clean and tidy working environment
• Have the flexibility and adaptability to cover other tasks as required to support the Operations Support Manager and Operations Team.
• An enthusiastic self- starter who wishes to learn, develop and progress.
• Training will be provided.