Bolton, England, United Kingdom
Temp/Contract
Microelectronics Assembly Operator
Microelectronics Assembly Operator (Microscope Soldering)
Bolton | Onsite | 37 hours per week
12‑month contract (extension or permanent potential)
£18.46–£19.46 per hour PAYE | Up to £26.12 per hour Umbrella
The Opportunity
Our client, a long‑standing and trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, is seeking a Microelectronics Assembly Operator to join a highly skilled manufacturing team at their Bolton facility.
This is a hands‑on, precision‑focused role, ideal for candidates with experience in microscope soldering, fine‑pitch components, and circuit card assembly. You will be working in a cleanroom‑style environment, contributing to the manufacture of advanced defence systems where quality, accuracy, and attention to detail are critical.
Key Responsibilities
Primary focus: Microelectronics and CCA assembly
Additional exposure (training provided): Looming, plastics, and stores/manufacturing control
What We’re Looking For
Essential
Desirable
What happens now?
If your application meets the selection criteria, a member of our talent acquisition team will contact you via email to arrange a structured screening call, focused on aligning your skills and experience with the requirements of the role.
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.
More about the role:
For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air.
This job is at our client's site in Bolton facility, one of the North West's leading manufacturing sites for at least 25 years. The facility offers showers and bike racks and is near the motorway, with a petrol station outside. Amenities like an onsite canteen.
Bolton | Onsite | 37 hours per week
12‑month contract (extension or permanent potential)
£18.46–£19.46 per hour PAYE | Up to £26.12 per hour Umbrella
The Opportunity
Our client, a long‑standing and trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, is seeking a Microelectronics Assembly Operator to join a highly skilled manufacturing team at their Bolton facility.
This is a hands‑on, precision‑focused role, ideal for candidates with experience in microscope soldering, fine‑pitch components, and circuit card assembly. You will be working in a cleanroom‑style environment, contributing to the manufacture of advanced defence systems where quality, accuracy, and attention to detail are critical.
Key Responsibilities
- Precision assembly and soldering of microelectronic components under a microscope
- Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) and PEC sub‑assembly to defined workmanship standards
- Reading and following detailed manufacturing instructions, layouts, and build documentation
- Self‑certification and supporting quality and traceability requirements
- Working in strict compliance with ESD, health & safety, and quality procedures
Primary focus: Microelectronics and CCA assembly
Additional exposure (training provided): Looming, plastics, and stores/manufacturing control
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Proven experience in microelectronics assembly or fine‑pitch soldering
- Confident working under a microscope for extended periods
- Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and work instructions
- ESD‑trained
Desirable
- IPC‑610 certification
- Experience with crimping tools, cable assembly, or wire looming
- Background in regulated or cleanroom manufacturing environments
- Basic PC and Microsoft Office skills
What happens now?
If your application meets the selection criteria, a member of our talent acquisition team will contact you via email to arrange a structured screening call, focused on aligning your skills and experience with the requirements of the role.
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.
More about the role:
For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air.
This job is at our client's site in Bolton facility, one of the North West's leading manufacturing sites for at least 25 years. The facility offers showers and bike racks and is near the motorway, with a petrol station outside. Amenities like an onsite canteen.