Assembly Technician

Company Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Assembly Operator performs complex assembly using machinery, tools and equipment. The role includes following detailed instructions and conducting standard quality control (QC) testing.

SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• CXS
  • Perform machine assembly (wiring, generator, detector).
  • Perform Final Assembly that is done after cross check completed including obtaining approval from RPO.
• GENERATOR
  • Perform inner assembly process for all models of generator (material preparation & jumper, tube & cap assembly, sub-inner assembly, inner assembly & inspection).
  • Perform offline preparation to support generator assembly line (lead shielding, stamping lead coat & lead plate, housing assembly & inspection, lacing assembly)
  • Perform oil filing (oil line filter assembly, oil cooler, oil filing, oil cleaning, oil cooler assembly, expansion tank assembly, operate Mica fluid Oil purification system, electrical safety test & leakage test for oil cooler).
  • Perform inner assembly for HR12 & HR14 (heating transformer assembly, anode assembly, cathode assembly, complete assembly).
  • Perform external assembly for HR12 & HR14 (set assembly & ATU assembly).
• IMS
  • Perform assembly process for all IMS products (wash & bake, swab assembly, pen assembly, token assembly, condenser assembly, calibrant assembly, reactant assembly, membrane assembly).
  • Perform QC testing for all IMS products (cleanliness & sensitivity).
• GENERAL
  • Maintain cleanliness and compliance with safety and quality protocols.
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities related to production efficiency and quality.
  • Other duties as required.
  You are authorized to act within the jurisdiction and capacity in your job scope to deliver the results/output expected of your job function.

Qualifications

Education:

• SPM or equivalent.

Experience:

• Fresh / minimum 1 year experience in a similar role in an engineering/ manufacturing or related industry preferred.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Minimal prior experience in the role; training will be provided.
• Grasps general concepts of the position, with exposure to some detailed aspects.
• Basic competency with opportunities to build expertise through experience.

Supervises:

• None

Additional Information

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)