Wiring Technician (Fixed Term Contract)

Wiring Technician (Fixed Term Contract)

Salary: £32,400 per annum
Job Type: Fixed Term Contract for 12 months
Hours: Full time start at 06.30
Location: Wallsend

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Wiring Technician to join our Production team on a fixed term contract basis.

This role involves the manufacture and assembly of wires, cables, harnesses and wiring looms to support electrical system builds.

The successful candidate will work to detailed build instructions, wiring schedules and drawings while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture wires, cables, harnesses and wiring looms using manual tools and automatic machines
• Follow build instructions, wiring schedules and technical drawings accurately
• Support electrical technicians with panel wiring and small component assembly where required
• Maintain quality standards throughout the manufacturing process
• Complete allocated production tasks in line with schedules and deadlines
• Carry out daily maintenance on wire manufacturing machines
• Support continuous improvement activities within the department
• Assist Manufacturing Engineering with the creation of wiring schedules from existing products
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and task risk assessments

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience in wire and cable manufacturing
• Trained to IPC/WHMA-A-620 standard or equivalent
• Skilled in the use of crimp and cable-making hand tools
• Experience working with electrical connectors such as Molex, Deutch and D-Type connectors
• Soldering experience for wiring and PCB manufacture
• Experience stripping, crimping and terminating cables and electrical assemblies
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel for basic data processing
• HNC qualification or equivalent experience desirable
• Experience working within a continuous improvement environment

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work to production schedules and deadlines
• Team player with a proactive attitude
• Flexible and willing to learn
• Health & Safety focused

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone who is dependable, safety-conscious and experienced wire and cable building and trained to IPC standards or similar with great attention to detail.