Wiring & Soldering Operative

Forwessun supports the electronics industry worldwide and is currently looking to increase its manufacturing and assembly team.

The role will include:

• Working within a small, workshop based, manufacturing team.


• Wiring of test fixtures;

o Use of a wire wrap gun on square pins
o Use of manual hand wrap / unwrap tool
o Use of soldering iron
o Use of wire crimps
o Use of semi-automatic wiring machine

• Following test engineer documentation


• Identification, investigation and solving of open and shorts within a closed electronic system.


• General electronic component identification


• Manual assembly of test fixtures;

o Screw fitting
o General hand tool usage
o Assembly of intricate small and large parts

• Highly precise craftsmanship and high attention to detail


• Able to work independently and efficiently.


• Completion of QA checks throughout the manufacturing process, resolving issues found until systems work consistently and reliably.


• Capability to read OR to learn to read wiring schematics


• To be aware of company health and safety requirements


What's on offer:


• 20 days holiday (exclusive of Bank holidays) rising by 1 day extra per year of service (up to 10 extra)


• Pension contribution


• Car parking available


• Newly refurbished offices, located near shops, food outlets and gyms


• Casual dress


• Social events


• Progression opportunities


• Early finish Fridays


Successful candidates should be agile and possess the ability to work on their feet.

Good eyesight and manual dexterity is important

We do not operate any shift work, but there will be the opportunity of overtime during busy periods.


• Able to learn to read electrical wiring schematics


• Problem solving skills


• Previous experience in a workshop environment - using hand tools etc


• Having an industrious work ethic and a good eye for detail
  
  Forwessun is a leading, innovative company in the field of electronics. We provide the industry with state-of-the-art test solutions for assembled printed circuit boards. Established in 1971, we have gained and maintained a global presence. Our client base includes many specialist international PCB contract manufacturers as well as world renowned household brands such as Google, BMW, Cisco, Tesla, Nokia plus many more
  
  Position Details - Permanent, starting immediately

Hours - 37.5 Hours per week (Monday to Thursday - 08:30 to 17:00
Friday - 08:30 to 14:30) -- Open to Part Time hours candidates
Starting Salary - £11.44 / hour