Assembly Technician - LED Lighting

• Job Title: Assembly Technician - LED Lighting
• Location: Rochester
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: £13.21 per hr / £27,500 per annum
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 till 16:00

The Best Connection is currently recruiting for an Assembly Technician to join a growing LED lighting manufacturer in Rochester.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with hands-on experience in lighting assembly or electrical component wiring who is looking to join an innovative and expanding team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Solder and customize LED strip lighting to detailed specifications
• Operate the injection moulding machine to produce factory ends for Neon Flex products
• Read and follow customization sheets and manage tasks via the production planner
• Inspect finished products to ensure quality and compliance with specifications
• Communicate clearly with the office and production teams regarding job progress
• Maintain tools, equipment and a clean, safe working environment
• Monitor materials and components, flagging shortages in advance
• Use the company ERP / planner system to log work and track production status
• Work closely with the Head of Production to improve efficiency and processes

​Requirements:

• Experience in soldering, electronics assembly, or similar hands-on technical work
  • Candidates with limited soldering experience will still be considered, as full training will be provided to bring successful applicants up to the required standard.
• Comfortable working with tools, machinery and small components
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to follow written instructions and technical documentation
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new machinery and processes
• Previous manufacturing or workshop experience is desirable but not essential

​​Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Full training on tools and in-house processes
• Career development opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• Daytime working hours (no shifts or weekends)
• Training on specialist machinery and products
• Opportunity to develop skills and grow within the production team

Apply today to start your career in a growing manufacturing business!

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.