Test & Assembly Operative

Company Overview

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description Company Overview Teledyne is devoted to advancing science, acquiring and inventing new technology, and using it to help our customers solve challenges in business and society. Teledyne serves an immense range of applications, providing technologies vital to industrial growth markets.

Teledyne Microwave UK (Lincoln) is seeking a Test & Assembly Operative to join our team based at Firth Road. This is a hands-on role working within a highly skilled and experienced team, assembling and testing technically advanced RF and electronic products used in specialist microwave radar applications. The role involves the manufacture, test and repair of high-reliability products, alongside supporting continuous improvement activities to enhance product quality, manufacturability and production efficiency.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality output while contributing ideas and improvements to the wider team. The role also offers an opportunity to develop skills and experience towards a Manufacturing Technician career path.

• Key Responsibilities of the Role Will Include:
  Assembly & Test
  - Assemble and test RF and electronic products using a range of techniques, including mechanical assembly, epoxy processes, PCB soldering and RF assembly, in line with defined build documentation. Follow detailed work instructions and test procedures to ensure consistent product quality.
• Production Data & Documentation
  - Accurately complete production records, build documentation and test results. Raise issues and support updates to documentation to ensure it remains current and reflects best practice.
• Fault Finding & Repair
  - Support fault finding and repair activities for production issues and customer returns within agreed timescales. Work with Engineering teams to feedback recurring issues and support long-term improvements.
• Health, Safety & Compliance
  - Work in line with all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements, including ESD controls and COSHH regulations. Actively support and promote a safe and compliant working environment.
• Delivery & Performance
  - Work to meet or exceed agreed production targets while maintaining high quality standards. Support business needs through flexible working where required.
• Continuous Improvement
  - Contribute to continuous improvement activities, including 5S, visual management and process improvements. Proactively identify opportunities to improve product quality, build efficiency and working practices, and share ideas with the team.

Essential Experience / Competencies Experience in electronic, electromechanical, assembly or manufacturing environments. Good manual dexterity and high attention to detail. Experience using hand tools and soldering techniques, with an understanding of ESD requirements. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, build instructions and test procedures. Experience working to production targets in a fast-paced environment. Strong team player with a proactive and positive approach.

Willingness to learn, develop new skills and progress towards a Manufacturing Technician role. Ability to manage own work and maintain accurate records. High level of dexterity and attention to detail; using hand tools, soldering, and demonstrating ESD compliance. Ability to read and interpret technical data. Accurately manage own material inventory. Availability to work extra hours or shift work as required to meet customer demand.

Desirable Experience / Competencies Experience working with RF or microwave assemblies. Understanding of electronic test methods and equipment. Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools (e.g. 5S, visual management, waste reduction). Understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements within a manufacturing environment, including ESD controls and COSHH regulations. Experience using Microsoft Office for data entry and reporting. Experience supporting improvement activities within a production environment.

Desired Qualifications Relevant technical qualification, apprenticeship, or equivalent industry experience.

As part of the wider Teledyne UK group, we also offer our employees a range of company benefits that include:
Salary sacrifice-led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7%. Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Free life assurance cover at the value of four times basic…