Production Technician; Manufacturing

The Opportunity

Join a growing team where your hands‑on expertise really matters. This full‑time, permanent role (37.5 hours per week) offers a pay rate from £13.49 per hour, with time‑and‑a‑half for overtime, working Monday‑Friday.

We’re looking for motivated Technicians who thrive on assembling and testing complex electro‑mechanical products—and are excited to help shape the next phase of our expansion.

Open Works is a rapidly growing business operating globally with a passion for exceptional engineering and building on a legacy of defence innovation in the North East of England.

Our products provide ultra‑high performance, real‑time detection, tracking, identification and targeting of dynamic aerial threats. They have been deployed internationally to protect high profile military and civilian assets, and contribute towards the defeat of nuisance, misguided and maliciously deployed drones during operations.

We are very proud to have supported a wide range of law enforcement and military operators, protecting many of the most high profile sites and individuals around the world.

The amazing things we do are only possible because of a dedicated and passionate team.

Join a high‑energy, collaborative environment where great ideas thrive, challenges are embraced, and people genuinely love what they do.

Competitive remuneration package, with performance‑related bonuses and clear progression opportunities.

25 days’ holiday + public holidays, with long‑service rewards and the option to buy up to 5 additional days.

Free breakfast and freshly cooked lunches every day, courtesy of Chef Mark and his team.

Private healthcare through Aviva, keeping you feeling your best.

Life assurance for peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

Salary sacrifice schemes – including EV car and Cycle to Work options for easy, sustainable travel.

Paid team socials – from quiz nights and football to board games and more; we love to have fun together.

Pension plan with employer‑matched contributions to help you plan for the future.

A culture that empowers – we enable change, encourage challenge, and celebrate personal growth.

You’ll play a hands‑on role in building, testing, and supporting our specialist electro‑mechanical products.

• Assemble: Build intricate electro‑mechanical camera systems within a clean‑room environment.
• Construct: Assemble projectiles with precision and consistency.
• Prepare: Pack nets to exacting standards for operational readiness.
• Configure: Pack and organise parachutes to meet safety and performance criteria.
• Rebuild: Refurbish and reassemble shot projectiles used in testing and training.
• Test: Join our outdoor field‑testing activities to validate system performance.
• Support: Assist with user training activities to help customers operate our products confidently.

• Tool‑Proficient: Comfortable using mechanical and electrical hand tools.
• Soldering‑Ready: Keen to learn or already possess basic soldering skills.
• Wiring‑Capable: Interested in developing or already have good basic wiring abilities.
• Communicative: Able to convey information clearly and confidently.
• Positive: Bring a proactive, professional, and collaborative attitude.
• Team‑Focused: Thrive in a small, tight‑knit, and dedicated team environment.
• Detail‑Oriented: Maintain strong organisational skills and a meticulous approach.
• Self‑Driven: Motivated to learn, take initiative, and work effectively without supervision.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as we are not able to provide visa sponsorship.