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Electrical Assembly and Soldering Technician

Dartford – parking on site

c.£26000 - £35,000 DOE – starting salary will depend on experience and skill set

Monday – Friday 8.30am-5.30pm 1 hour lunch

PLEASE NOTE, THIS ROLE DOES NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP, SO PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE THE PERMANENT RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WITHOUT RESTRICTIONS

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment’s Manufacturing, Engineering and Technical division is currently working exclusively with an established SME who are at an exciting point of expansion, already a leader in their field!

We are looking for a technically minded Electrical Assembly and Soldering Technician on a full time, permanent basis, with opportunity to progress long term.

Day to day duties will be varied, and include:

Assembling electrical products including soldering and wiring of circuit boards

Reading and interpreting technical specifications and schematics accurately with a meticulous attention to detail

Supporting the assembly of a range of products, offering ideas to improve processes in a positive way if required

Using a range of hand and power tools

Using measuring equipment

Working as part of a team towards shared goals, clearly communicating across departments

Supporting events and exhibitions, being customer facing and flexible to travel on occasion

Offering technical support and guidance internally to support business need

Resolving technical problems or queries proactively

Testing and quality control to a high standard with all associated administration

Pro-actively supporting warehouse functions by receiving and preparing deliveries during busy periods

Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

Ensuring regular communication regarding stock and equipment

Maintenance of equipment

Recording information accurately

To be considered for this role you will:

Have previous experience in a relevant role – fault finding, assembly and manufacture of electrical of electronic products

Be an all-rounder with some mechanical understanding

Be able to use hand and power tools with demonstrable experience

Have carried out testing on electrical or electronic equipment

Solder to a good standard (testing will form part of the interview process)

Enjoy working under pressure, able to keep a cool head and a positive attitude

Understand that workloads vary and be able to adapt your approach, offering support to your colleagues where needed

Be a self-starter, able to work independently using your initiative

Approach problems with a solution focused outlook

Have a good level of physical fitness to meet the demands of the role, as you may be on your feet a lot, and will need to be able to lift heavy items at times

Demonstrate reliability and employability through a solid working history

Show an enthusiasm to develop your skills further, keen to learn and progress

The BEST candidates will have:

An electrical qualification, training or certification of some kind

PAT testing experience

Excellent IT skills with the ability to contribute to streamlining processes

Administrative and customer service experience

Stock management experience

Experience assembling lighting displays

What’s in it for you?! Working for our client means:

Working for an SME where hard work is noticed and rewarded, and you are not ‘just a number’

Joining a team who are growing due to success – progression is possible for the right person

The opportunity to work for a market leader who work on some amazing projects

A varied role where no two days are the same

Working in a nice environment with great facilities and on-site parking

Being part of a genuinely supportive team environment

Opportunities for funded study and training to suit business needs

A stable, long-term role ideal for career minded candidates!

If you are looking for your forever role with genuine opportunity for progression within a business where you are treated as a person, not just a number, then apply online TODAY!

Interviews to be held immediately – don’t wait around!

This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment