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Graduate Production Technician

Southampton
1 hour ago
Full-time
On-site
Southampton, Hampshire
£30,000 - £35,000 GBP yearly
Graduate Production Technician - Southampton

We’re working with an innovative technology business looking for a Graduate Production Technician to join its growing team. This is a great opportunity for a recent Physics or Chemistry graduate with hands-on laboratory or cleanroom experience to develop specialist skills in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

You don't need previous commercial experience. What matters is your degree background, practical experience and interest in developing your career in fabrication and advanced materials.

The Role - Graduate Production Technician - Southampton

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Carry out hands-on fabrication of specialist optical devices within a cleanroom environment.

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Work with techniques such as photolithography, etching, dicing and other semiconductor fabrication processes.

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Support the development and manufacture of advanced optical components.

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Work alongside experienced technicians and engineers, gaining exposure to specialist equipment and fabrication techniques.

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Contribute to improving manufacturing processes, quality and efficiency.

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Split your time between the company's site and the University of Southampton, working with specialist fabrication facilities.

What We're Looking For - Graduate Production Technician - Southampton

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A degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or a related scientific discipline.

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Hands-on laboratory or cleanroom experience gained through a degree, dissertation, research project or postgraduate study.

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Some exposure to fabrication techniques such as lithography, etching, dicing or semiconductor processing.

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A practical, hands-on approach with good attention to detail.

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A willingness to learn and develop specialist technical skills.

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A full UK driving licence, as travel between sites is required.

Why Apply? - Graduate Production Technician - Southampton

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A fantastic opportunity to move into a specialist technical field without needing previous commercial experience.

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Work with advanced technology in a growing business.

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Clear opportunities for career progression, with previous technicians progressing into senior and team leader positions.

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Learn directly from an experienced team and develop valuable skills in fabrication and photonics.

Interested?

If you've completed a Physics, Chemistry or related degree and gained practical cleanroom or fabrication experience during your studies, we'd love to hear from you