Production Technician (Electrical)

at  Oxford Instruments plc

At Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, we provide tools for the engineering of micro- and nano-structures, with customers using our process solutions to research and produce materials and semiconductors vital for everything from medical devices and diagnostics, to electric cars and quantum computers.
The Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Production team and work on the assembly build of high-tech, cutting edge products. You will develop new capabilities and work on some of our most complex system configurations. For this role you will need a strong engineering background and a high level of technical skills and knowledge.
You will be employed to work on a rotating shift pattern. Each working week consists of 4 shifts of 8 hours and one of 5 hours. Currently, the shifts are Early (starting at 06:00hrs) and Afternoon (starting at 14:00hrs).

DETAIL WIRING SKILLS TO PRECISION LEVEL, INCLUDING: -

Lead free soldering
Panel wiring to schematics
Ability to read electrical drawings
Ability to fault find and implement corrective action
Ideally - combination of mechanical, electrical and electronic assembly skills
Ideally - experience of working in the semiconductor industry
PC skills
Highly committed team player
High standards of build quality; flexible, co-operative and willing; punctual and self-disciplined
Good communication skills.

Build systems, sub-assemblies and piece parts for complex systems efficiently to the right quality levels and ISO standards, and to achieve build schedules
Ensure that the requirements of the BOM and the customer specification are achieved
Identify and resolve build problems
Report technical issues and record using the FRACAS process
Maintain your levels of technical competence by undertaking necessary training
Act as a point of reference to ensure that the technicians within the build area are fully aware of the build sequence
Train and guide less experienced technicians
Set an example of the highest level of build cleanliness, house keeping and Health and Safety issues within the build areas, and support and promote 5S initiatives
Contribute to the performance of the Production Team through continuous improvement initiatives
Work on a rotating shift pattern in line with the rota notified to you by your Team Leader.
About you :Essential unless otherwise stated:
Time served Electrical apprenticeship or City and Guilds part 3, or
HND, HNC, or BTech level 3