Job Title: Production Operative
Location: Gosport
Contract: PAYE Contract
Rate: £20-£21 per hour + Matched Pension & Generous Holiday Package
About the Company
Our client is a leading Defence & Security manufacturer specialising in high‑quality electronic assemblies for mission‑critical systems. They operate in a low‑to‑medium volume environment where precision, compliance and right‑first‑time performance are essential.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Production Technician - PCBA, you'll assemble PCBs, wiring and harnesses to rigorous industry standards, supporting high‑reliability defence electronics. Working from detailed drawings and instructions, you'll deliver consistent, accurate builds in a clean, process‑driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble PCBs, cables, wiring and harnesses to defined quality standards
- Interpret technical drawings, build documentation and work instructions
- Work to IPC‑A‑610, IPC‑A‑620, J‑STD‑001 and AS9100 requirements
- Follow routing, inspection and quality control procedures
- Maintain compliance with Health & Safety policies
- Support 5S and Lean improvement activities
- Produce consistent, high‑quality, right‑first‑time work
What You'll Need to Succeed
Essential:
- Experience in PCB or electronic assembly
- Strong quality and safety awareness in a regulated manufacturing environment
- Ability to work to IPC Class 3 standards
- High attention to detail and a methodical approach
- Confident communication and team‑working skills
Desirable:
- IPC or J‑STD certifications
- Experience within Defence, Aerospace or similar sectors
What's on Offer
- Competitive hourly rate + matched pension + Flexible holiday scheme
- Life assurance, EAP + health plan + Corporate discounts & cycle‑to‑work scheme
- Early finish every Friday (1pm)
- Training, development and structured progression
- Work with cutting‑edge defence technology
- Employer committed to the Armed Forces Covenant and Disability Confident standards
Why Apply?
If you're a skilled Assembler with a passion for high‑precision electronics, this role offers a stable contract, great benefits and the chance to work on meaningful defence technology
