PCB Assembly Technician

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Salford
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
SALARY
£29,000 / year
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Hand soldering Visual inspection Quality control PCB programming Functional testing Automated assembly equipment SMT manufacturing Stock management

FULL DESCRIPTION

PCB Assembly Technician

Location: Salford, North West England
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £28,000 - £29,000 per annum (Competitive dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and motivated PCB Assembly Technician to join a growing manufacturing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a modern production environment, supporting the assembly and testing of high-quality electronic products. You will play a key role in ensuring production targets are met while maintaining excellent quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the delivery of daily and weekly production plans
  • Perform hand soldering of components onto PCBs to a high standard
  • Carry out visual inspections and quality checks
  • Program PCBs using appropriate test equipment and fixtures
  • Conduct functional testing of assembled PCBs
  • Operate automated PCB assembly equipment
  • Monitor component stock levels and report shortages
  • Participate in periodic stock takes

Health & Safety

  • Follow all site health and safety procedures
  • Wear appropriate PPE for tasks and work areas
  • Carry out safety checks before starting tasks
  • Report any accidents or near misses promptly

Quality

  • Ensure all products meet required quality standards
  • Accurately complete quality documentation
  • Identify and suggest improvements to processes and quality
  • Escalate and manage non-conformances using internal processes

Operational Performance

  • Work closely with team leaders to maintain efficient production flow
  • Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives
  • Actively look for ways to improve efficiency and workflow

Housekeeping

  • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
  • Keep walkways and work areas clear at all times

Skills & Experience Required

  • Experience in PCB assembly and hand soldering
  • Strong inspection and quality control skills
  • Experience with PCB programming and functional testing
  • Familiarity with automated assembly equipment
  • Background in an SMT manufacturing/production environment
  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English

Desirable Skills

  • IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 certification (or equivalent)
  • HNC or similar technical qualification
  • Additional SMT experience
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