Surface Mount Technician (SMT) / Electronics Assembly Operator

Location: Eastbourne

Hours: 37 hours per week

Pay: £14.81ph

Shifts Available: Early Shift or Night Shift

We are currently recruiting Surface Mount Technicians and Electronics Assembly Operators for a leading global manufacturer based in Eastbourne. Due to increased demand, the business requires multiple operators to support production.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, market-leading electronics manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality and advanced manufacturing facilities.

The Role

You will be working within a busy electronics manufacturing environment supporting production and assembly operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Operating Surface Mount Technology (SMT) machines on a busy production line
• Loading feeders with reels, sticks and trays
• Electronic assembly and production line work
• Hand soldering of electronic components (IPC Level 2 desirable)
• Visual inspection and quality checking of components and soldered connections
• Ensuring finished products meet required quality and manufacturing standards

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Surface Mount Technician or Electronics Assembly Operator
• Experience operating SMT machines (programming not required)
• Soldering experience preferred (IPC Level 2 beneficial but not essential)
• Experience within a manufacturing, production or industrial environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production setting

Shift Patterns (37 Hours per Week)

Early Shift

• Monday – Thursday: 06:00 – 14:15
• Friday: 06:00 – 12:00
• Pay: Hourly rate + 4% shift allowance

Night Shift

• Monday – Thursday: 22:00 – 06:15
• Friday: 17:30 – 23:30
• Pay: Hourly rate + 33% shift allowance

Additional Information

• Multiple positions available
• Start dates within the next 2–3 weeks
• Interviews available immediately

This is a great opportunity to join a modern manufacturing environment with a strong team culture and the chance to contribute to a high-volume production programme.