Graduate Manufacturing Technician

Teledyne Microwave UK (Lincoln) is seeking a Graduate Manufacturing Technician to join our team based at Firth Road.

This is a hands-on role working within a highly skilled and experienced team, assembling and testing technically advanced RF and electronic products used in specialist microwave radar applications.

The role involves the manufacture, test and repair of high-reliability products, alongside supporting continuous improvement activities to enhance product quality, manufacturability and production efficiency. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality output while developing their technical knowledge, practical manufacturing skills and understanding of high-reliability electronic products.

Key Responsibilities of the Role Will Include:

Assembly & Test - Assemble and test RF and electronic products using a range of techniques, including mechanical assembly, epoxy processes, PCB soldering and RF assembly, in line with defined build documentation. Follow detailed work instructions and test procedures to ensure consistent product quality.

Production Data & Documentation - Accurately complete production records, build documentation and test results. Raise issues and support updates to documentation to ensure it remains current and reflects best practice.

Fault Finding & Repair - Support fault finding and repair activities for production issues and customer returns within agreed timescales. Work with Engineering teams to feedback recurring issues and support long-term improvements.

Health, Safety & Compliance - Work in line with all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements, including ESD controls and COSHH regulations. Actively support and promote a safe and compliant working environment.

Delivery & Performance - Work to meet or exceed agreed production targets while maintaining high quality standards. Support business needs through flexible working where required.

Continuous Improvement - Contribute to continuous improvement activities, including 5S, visual management and process improvements. Proactively identify opportunities to improve product quality, build efficiency and working practices, and share ideas with the team.

What We're Looking For In You

Essential Experience / Competencies

Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or relevant industry experience.

Good manual dexterity and high attention to detail.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, build instructions and test procedures.

Understanding of basic electronic assembly, manufacturing or engineering principles.

Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.

Strong team player with a proactive and positive approach.

Willingness to develop practical manufacturing and test skills within a high-technology environment.

Ability to manage own work and maintain accurate records.

High level of dexterity and attention to detail; using hand tools, soldering, and demonstrating ESD compliance.

Ability to read and interpret technical data.

Accurately manage own material inventory.

Availability to work extra hours or shift work as required to meet customer demand.

Desirable Experience / Competencies

Experience working with RF or microwave assemblies.

Understanding of electronic test methods and equipment.

Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools (e.g. 5S, visual management, waste reduction).

Understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements within a manufacturing environment, including ESD controls and COSHH regulations.

Experience using Microsoft Office for data entry and reporting.

Experience supporting improvement activities within a production environment.

Placement year, internship, university project work or practical engineering experience.

Desired Qualifications

Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

We offer a range of benefits that include:

Salary sacrifice-led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7%.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Free life assurance cover at the value of four times basic annual salary.

Salary sacrifice Electric & Hybrid Vehicle car scheme

25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays.

Holiday purchase scheme which enables employees to purchase an additional week’s worth of annual leave each year.

Company funded medical cash plan which allows eligible members to offset the cost of routine medical treatments.

Internal reward and recognition scheme linked to internal benefits platform.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Comprehensive wellbeing programme that supports employees with their physical, mental and financial health, as well as their cultural/environmental wellbeing.

Competitive employee discounts platform that provides employees with discounts with leading brands/retailers.

Cycle to Work scheme.

Enhanced family-friendly benefits and policies.

Company sick pay.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee that supports and champions employee diversity.

Local discounts & offers (e.g. gym)

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

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