Production Technician

Location: Leigh-On-Sea

Location:

On-site (5 days per week) near Southampton

Contract:

Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidates

Hours:

Part-time (flexible start and finish times) Pay:
Up to £16.00 per hour (PAYE)

Role Overview We are looking for a skilled and detail-focused Production Operator / Mechanical Assembler to join a precision manufacturing team. This is a hands-on bench assembly role building high-quality units using clear, step-by-step SOPs. You'll be working with small mechanical and electro-mechanical components, carrying out assembly, inspection, and basic testing. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, methodical, and quality-driven , with the confidence to follow detailed instructions and raise issues where needed.

Key Responsibilities Prepare components, tools, and workstation prior to assembly Inspect and clean parts, seals, and machined surfaces Assemble precision components including housings, gears, motors, PCBs, and fittings Fit O-rings, seals, bearings, springs, washers, and circlips Apply grease, thread locker, or sealant as specified Use calibrated torque tools and hand tools safely and accurately Carry out inspection checks and basic functional testing (e.g. rotation, alignment) Record build data, label finished units, and prepare for final testing and dispatch What We're Looking For Experience in mechanical, electro-mechanical, or production assembly preferred Confident working with small, delicate parts and precision components Able to follow SOPs, visual instructions, and checklists accurately Strong attention to detail with a quality-first mindset Comfortable with repetitive, process-driven work Reliable, organised, and maintains a clean workspace

Desirable Experience Use of torque tools, fasteners, seals (O-rings), bearings, and circlips PCB connections or basic functional testing Experience in regulated or quality-controlled production environments (e.g. medical devices, instrumentation, valves, actuators) Working Environment & Training Bench-based workshop or manufacturing setting Work involves close-tolerance, precision assembly PPE required (e.g. gloves, safety glasses, lab coat where applicable) Full training provided covering SOPs, safety procedures, inspection points, and quality standards Why Apply?

Flexible part-time hours to suit your schedule Opportunity to secure a permanent role Work in a high-quality, precision manufacturing environment Gain valuable experience in advanced assembly techniques If you take pride in precision work and enjoy hands-on assembly in a structured environment, we'd love to hear from you.