Graduate Production Technician
Job in
Norwich, Norfolk County, NR2, England, UK
Listed on 2026-11-04
Listing for:
Octagon Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-11-04
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Fabrication, Manufacturing Engineer, Electronics Technician, Materials Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We're working with an innovative technology business looking for a Graduate Production Technician to join its growing team. This is a great opportunity for a recent Physics or Chemistry graduate with hands-on laboratory or cleanroom experience to develop specialist skills in a high-tech manufacturing environment.
You don't need previous commercial experience. What matters is your degree background, practical experience and interest in developing your career in fabrication and advanced materials.
The Role- Carry out hands-on fabrication of specialist optical devices within a cleanroom environment.
- Work with techniques such as photolithography, etching, dicing and other semiconductor fabrication processes.
- Support the development and manufacture of advanced optical components.
- Work alongside experienced technicians and engineers, gaining exposure to specialist equipment and fabrication techniques.
- Contribute to improving manufacturing processes, quality and efficiency.
- Split your time between the company's site and the University of Southampton, working with specialist fabrication facilities.
- A degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or a related scientific discipline.
- Hands-on laboratory or cleanroom experience gained through a degree, dissertation, research project or postgraduate study.
- Some exposure to fabrication techniques such as lithography, etching, dicing or semiconductor processing.
- A practical, hands-on approach with good attention to detail.
- A willingness to learn and develop specialist technical skills.
- A full UK driving licence, as travel between sites is required.
- A fantastic opportunity to move into a specialist technical field without needing previous commercial experience.
- Work with advanced technology in a growing business.
- Clear opportunities for career progression, with previous technicians progressing into senior and team leader positions.
- Learn directly from an experienced team and develop valuable skills in fabrication and photonics.
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