Instrument Assembly Technician Polytec Personnel Ltd

Notjustlabcoats; Brighton; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A laboratory instrumentation company in Brighton is seeking an Instrument Assembly Technician. This hands-on role involves assembling, testing, and repairing advanced research instrumentation. Responsibilities include managing component inspections and documenting service records, while qualifications require experience in manufacturing, hand tools, and ESD environments. The position starts as temporary with the potential to become permanent, offering flexibility in hours. Ideal for those with a keen eye for detail and precision work.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, assembly or technical production environment.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings.
• Experience using hand tools and precision work.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electromechanical instrumentation.
• Carry out incoming inspection of components.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing and service records.
• Support stock control and parts ordering.
• Diagnose faults and repair returned equipment.
• Complete service documentation.
• Support prototype builds and new product introduction.

Skills

Engineering qualification at ONC/City & Guilds/GNVQ Level 3-5

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong understanding of engineering drawings

Hand tools usage

High precision work

ESD-controlled environments experience

Leak testing in pneumatic systems

ERP/MRP systems experience

High manual dexterity

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Engineering qualification at ONC/City & Guilds/GNVQ Level 3-5 or equivalent

Job description

Location: Cambridge (CB4)

Duration: Temporary - 3 initially, may be extended or go permanent

Hours: 8am - 4.30pm Monday - Friday - can be flexible (37.5 h/pw)

Salary: £15.00ph/circa £30,000 pa

Job Reference: 35950

We're seeking an experienced Instrument Assembly Technician to join the Production team of a growing life sciences and laboratory instrumentation business in Cambridge. This is a hands‑on role working on the assembly, testing, servicing and repair of advanced, human‑focused research instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electromechanical instrumentation in line with bills of materials and work instructions
• Carry out incoming inspection of components and log non‑conformances
• Maintain accurate manufacturing and service records
• Support stock control, parts ordering and kitting activities
• Diagnose faults and repair returned equipment, including fit‑for‑service testing
• Complete service documentation and record parts used during repairsWork closely with engineering, commercial and logistics teams to meet production and repair deadlines
• Support prototype builds and the introduction of new products into production
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities, including documentation updates and ERP process adoption
• Occasionally support on‑site servicing, training activities and international travel

Requirements

• Engineering qualification at ONC/City & Guilds/GNVQ Level 3-5, or equivalent practical experience
• (Candidates working toward Level 3 or above will also be considered)
• Experience in a manufacturing, assembly or technical production environment
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings
• Experience using hand tools and working to a high level of precision
• Experience in ESD‑controlled environments and hand soldering
• Experience of leak testing in pneumatic systems
• Some experience using ERP/MRP systems
• High manual dexterity with excellent attention to detail
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!