Senior Assembly Technician

Location: 

Wappenham, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world.  Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development.  We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. 

 

As part of Detection and Measurement, Enterprise Control Systems (ECS) is a leading supplier of long range data links that support real time high resolution video transfer between air and ground users.   In creating products like RF inhibitors and specialized equipment for military and security purposes, we protect ground forces and infrastructure around the world.

 

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Senior Assembly Technician, you will be able to assemble all ECS products following assembly instructions, working to the necessary ECS QA standards and following the production process.

 

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)
While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:
•    Build ECS products and cable assemblies following Assembly Instructions (AI’s), sketches or verbal instructions. 
•    Build PCB’s by hand using a soldering iron and SMT components.
•    Follow the production process ensuring the units you produce are to the required standard set out by the QA inspector.
•    May perform assembly operations under microscope or other magnifying device.
•    Accept responsibility of a product through assembly and inspection up to the test stage of manufacture.
•    Follow the company’s ESD procedures at all times.
•    Liaise with other departments to ensure a successful transition from product prototype to test.
•    Identify problems with products and systems during manufacture and report back to the line manager/supervisor and design authority immediately. Examples include identifying where inappropriate components have been used (i.e. wrong rating for the design etc). No changes are to be made without the approval of the design authority.
•    Suggest improvements to the assembly processes for products and systems to the line manager/supervisor.
•    Assist in taking new designs from Engineering into manufacture. To work with the design authority in building prototypes where necessary.
•    Assist with other stages of manufacture to help meet urgent deadlines when required.
•    Ensure that products and modules are built in accordance with the documentation to ensure compliance with the DAOS procedures.
•    Ensure that all appropriate Health and Safety regulations are adhered to.
•    Contribute, be involved and actively support the continuous improvement process within every facet of the organisation whilst adhering to the Enterprise Control Systems Quality Management System.
•    Correct route card processes must be followed on the Syspro, and any logbooks registered and competently maintained.
•    Manufacture products to the ISO9001 standard as stated in the Quality Management System.


What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)
We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience 
•    Skilled in module assembly and wiring.
•    Excellent hand soldering skills.  
•    Excellent attention to detail

 

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
•    Experience in an electronics manufacturing environment.
•    Able to assembly simple PCB’s using hand soldering and 

 

Education & Certifications
•    Able to work to IPC-A-610 & IPC-WHMA-A-620 standards.

 

Travel & Working Environment
•    Office Based


 

 

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are.  Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other.  Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.  

 

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

  • Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
  • Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs  

 

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day.  We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realise their fullest potential. 

 

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ABOUT SPX

SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $1.4 billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands.

SPX TOTAL REWARDS

At SPX , what’s in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits.  Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees’ personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.

OUR VALUES

  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Excellence
  • Teamwork
  • Results

At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognize that only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.

WORKING AT SPX

Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential.  We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.