Hybrid Production Operator bei Spectrum Control

**FIXED TERM CONTRACT TO 31ST DECEMEMBER 2025**

Due to continued growth, we are seeking Production Operators to join our expanding manufacturing team. You will be a key member of the team responsible for the assembly, test and inspection of electronic assemblies and components through various process stages using advanced techniques and technologies.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• operate a range of equipment and tools to perform the testing of electronic components, parts and systems
• set up and operate automatic testing equipment to locate circuit and wiring faults, shorts and component defects
• perform basic fault-finding tests to identify process or component failures
• compare test results to specifications and maintain test result reports
• assemble microcircuits requiring fine hand assembly with the use of microscopes
• setup and operate process equipment including automatic and semi-automatic machines
• operate various test equipment and tools to perform simple electrical and continuity testing of electronic components, parts and systems

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education to GCSE level or equivalent including Maths and English
• HNC or equivalent in electronics would be beneficial though not essential

Knowledge and experience

We’re looking for people with the right attitude and behaviours that we can train on our specific processes, but should you have experience with any of the below this would be beneficial:

• Experience gained within electronics manufacturing or similar industry
• Good understanding of electronic assembly techniques and processes including soldering, automatic and semi-automatic machines, chip attach and wire bonding
• Experience of reading and interpreting engineering drawings and following standard operating procedures
• Interest/ passion for electronics

Competencies

• Have a good level of manual dexterity skills
• Possess a high level of focus and concentration with strong attention to detail
• Able to follow written procedures and instructions
• Quick to learn new skills and a willingness to continue to learn and develop and take on new tasks and responsibilities
• Able to work effectively as a part of a team with a willingness to support colleagues
• Self-motivated and able to demonstrate a committed and enthusiastic ‘can do’ attitude towards work
• Demonstrate a flexible and versatile approach to work to adapt between shifting demands

Other requirements

• SC clearance or ability to obtain

What we can offer you

We offer a competitive starting salary of £24,102 per annum.

We also offer paid overtime, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, a health cash plan to claim cash back on everyday health expenses, a pension scheme with 6% employer contributions, a retail discount platform and a reward and recognition platform providing points to spend at leading retailers.

About us

Spectrum Control is a global leader in managing and controlling the electromagnetic spectrum. We make the invisible electromagnetic spectrum visible and controllable with our industry-leading capabilities.

The work we do is important. Whether that’s developing solutions used in defence applications that help to protect the UK and partners, to supporting technology for next generation satellite communication, space exploration and deep well drilling, Spectrum Control makes a difference.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
 

Third-Party Recruiters

Please note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact [email protected].