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About the Role

This is a hands-on opportunity for someone with an electrical, mechanical, electro-mechanical or manufacturing background who enjoys practical work and takes pride in producing high-quality products. You’ll play an important role in assembling, wiring, testing and preparing a range of SWARCO products and equipment, working from technical drawings and specifications to ensure everything is completed safely, accurately and to the required standard.

Responsibilities

Assembling electrical, electronic and mechanical products and equipment
Preparing cables, connectors and wiring looms
Carrying out cabinet wiring and fitting electrical components, including transformers
Assembling traffic signal controllers, variable message signs, enclosures and associated equipment
Assembling mechanical components, including prisms and trailers
Reading and following technical drawings, specifications, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and kit lists
Carrying out basic functional testing of completed products
Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
Supporting PCB assembly/repair and basic mechanical assembly activities
Preparing and fitting sign faces and assembling MDU units
Carrying out self-quality checks and reporting any issues or non-conformances
Ensuring work is completed safely and in line with SWARCO's Health & Safety procedures
Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient working environment in line with 5S principles
Supporting continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives
Assisting with the packing and preparation of finished products for dispatch
Moving between different manufacturing cells depending on production requirements
Supporting general factory improvement activities

Requirements

Practical, reliable and detail-focused with the ability to follow technical instructions and take pride in delivering quality work
Experience of working in an electrical, mechanical, electro-mechanical or manufacturing environment
Relevant electrical, mechanical or manufacturing training or qualification
Ability to read and follow technical drawings, specifications, BOMs or similar documentation
Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
Awareness of quality and safe working practices
Ability to use hand tools and, ideally, power tools
Good communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Reliable and proactive approach to work
Flexibility to manage changing workloads and priorities
Experience working with traffic signal controllers, variable message signs or similar equipment (Desirable)
Previous experience of product testing (Desirable)
Experience with PCB assembly or repair (Desirable)
Experience working within a 5S or continuous improvement environment (Desirable)
Must have the right to work in the UK

Skills

Electrical assembly
Mechanical assembly
Electro-mechanical assembly
Wiring
Testing
Reading technical drawings
Using hand tools
Using power tools
PCB assembly
PCB repair
5S principles
Continuous improvement

Location

Melsonby – Factory

Work Type

Permanent
Full-time

Experience Level

Entry level
Mid-level

Education Level

Relevant electrical, mechanical or manufacturing training or qualification

Salary/Compensations

up to GBP 26000 - yearly
Competitive

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
Employer pension contributions
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee discounts portal
Training and development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative working environment

About the Company

SWARCO UK & Ireland: The Better Way. Every Day.
At SWARCO, we’re at the forefront of intelligent transport technology, designing and manufacturing innovative products and solutions that help keep people moving safely and efficiently.

Equal Opportunity

SWARCO is an equal opportunities employer.