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Trainee Machine Operative (Electronics)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Andover Full-time GBP 29,000 – 30,500
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Trainee Machine Operative (Electronics)
£29,000 - £30,500 + Monday to Thursday + 33 Days Holiday + Bonus + Life Assurance + Sick Pay
Andover, Hampshire

Are you from an electronics background looking to join a rapidly growing manufacturer, offering full on the job training, an excellent working environment, and a 4-day week?

Are you looking to join a highly successful and forward-thinking manufacturer who like to promote from within, offering clear opportunities to elevate your electronics understanding?

In this role you will be preparing SMT kits and machines, ensuring they are checked, accurate, and suitable for us. You will be handling small components and liaising with internal teams such as Stores to ensure accuracy.

Founded nearly 40 years ago, this manufacturer supplies their specialist products into industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical, with trusted clients across the globe. They have experienced unprecedented growth over recent years and have a clear direction for the future with a new site opened recently.

This role would suit someone who has good dexterity, looking to an important role within a growing manufacturer, with plenty of internal training on bespoke equipment.

The Role:

  • Setting up SMT kits and machines and ensuring they are checked and suitable

  • Working with small components, dexterity is needed

  • Liaising with internal teams such as Stores to ensure accuracy

  • Ongoing training and guidance given on testing

  • Monday to Thursday, 1pm - 11pm


The Person:
  • Electronics background

  • Good attention to detail


Reference Number: BBBH24965a

Engineer, Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, SMT, Technician, Operator, Operative, Junior, Trainee, Electronic, Electronics, PCB, Manufacture, Andover, Hampshire, Tidworth, Winchester

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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