PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

Production Technician

Dover, Kent | £36,000 (including shift allowance) | Full-Time, Permanent

• 25 days + 8 days bank holidays (plus your Birthday off)


• Life Assurance & Health & Benefits Scheme


• 5% matched pension scheme


• Free parking and subsidised canteen

We are looking for an experienced Production Technician with a background in electronics manufacturing and PCB assembly and for whom quality, precision, and continuous improvement are key.

Our global manufacturing client in Dover is offering an excellent opportunity for someone to work with advanced PCB assembly equipment and contribute to the production of high-quality electronic products.

The Role

As a Production Technician, you will play a vital role in the manufacture of electronic assemblies, operating Through Hole production lines, conducting quality checks, troubleshooting operational issues, and performing routine machine maintenance.

Working closely with Team Leaders and Coordinators, you will help drive manufacturing efficiency, maintain high quality standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the production department.

About You

Previous experience within electronics manufacturing or PCB assembly.

Knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards (Class 3 preferred).

Experience operating through-hole assembly and selective soldering equipment.

Understanding of PCB assembly processes and ESD/static control procedures.

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Ability to work from technical drawings and written procedures with a proactive approach to maintenance, troubleshooting and process improvement.

Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Working Hours

37 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern of earlies and lates:

• Monday to Thursday: 06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00


• Friday: 06:00-13:30 / 13:30-21:00

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.

If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and x@nagrecruitment

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

Please note: We are unable to accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK.

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