General Operative - Soldering / PCB’s

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x General Operative’s with very strong Soldering experience an initial 12 month contract.

This position will specifically require experience with strong soldering or Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) or PCB Assembly experience. Any prior microelectronics experience would be great, i.e. soldering under a microscope. You will also need experience working within a manufacturing environment.

Hourly Rate: £25.38ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.70ph. Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50%
Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)

Job Spec:

The General Operator will be responsible for the carrying out of manufacturing and self-certification tasks within the deployed business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives.

• Carry out detailed standard assembly / manufacturing activities, undertaking all work to requisite procedures, quality standards, safety requirements and timescales.
• Very good Soldering experience is required
• Any experience of soldering under a microscope or in a similar environment would be great
• Any Looming or PCB experience would be great
• Previous background of working in a Production Technician or Assembly Operative role would be great
• Contribute to the efficient movement of work and information in the manufacturing area.
• Adhere in all activities to agreed standards and behaviours.
• Comply with all health and safety requirements.
• IPC 610 certified / trained preferred.

Dexterity for fine work. Read and interpret layouts. Follow instructions. Willing to work flexible shift patterns. Attention to detail. Work on own with minimal supervision. Flexible. ESD training. Desirable skills: PC literate. Colophony health surveillance.