Manufacturing Production Operative - Wire, Harness and Looms

Manufacturing Production Operative - Wire, Harness and Looms About the Role Soil Machine Dynamics (SMD) is looking for a Manufacturing Production Operative to join our team. In this role, you will manufacture wires, cables, harnesses and wiring looms to support electrical system builds and other associated duties. Key Responsibilities Manufacturing wires, cables, harnesses and wiring looms using manual tools and automatic machinery, following build instructions, wiring schedules & drawings Manage and maintain wire manufacturing machines Support formation of wiring schedules Support Electrical Technicians in preparation of parts and kits About the role What We’re Looking For Experience, Skills and Qualifications: Ideally NVQ level 3 or equivalent production experience IPC/WHMA-A-620 or equivalent Experience of using a broad range of electrical connector type (e.g. Molex, Deutch, D-Type Connectors) Skilled in use of crimp and cable making hand tools Experience of Soldering for Wiring and PCB manufacture Basic Microsoft Excel skills Awareness of the requirements of electrical assemblies Ability to work as part of a team, flexibility, pro-active attitude, health & safety driven Basic Excel skills Why Join SMD? This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading global engineering company. If you have the skills, hands-on experience and qualifications we're looking for, we’d love to hear from you! About the company For 50 years, SMD has partnered with pioneers in industry and science to take technology and engineering to places that people have never been. We specialise in the design, manufacture and deployment of remotely operated and autonomous power and control solutions. They help our partners around the globe to harness the potential of the most challenging subsea environments with maximum safety, efficiency and sensitivity. Our collaboration has delivered 12 world-firsts on critical client projects, and our teams are always willing to break new ground, and work with a smile. Required Criteria • HNC qualification or equivalent certified trade apprenticeship • Strong experience in panel wiring and machine wiring, working to electrical drawings • Proven experience in electrical assembly and sub-assembly requirements • Experience in stripping, crimping, and terminating cables Desired Criteria Skills you'll need