Our client, a leader in detection technology, is currently seeking a Tube Assembly & Test Technician - Shifts to join their team in Salfords, Surrey. This role plays a crucial part in manufacturing and engineering, focusing on the assembly and testing of X-ray tubes used in advanced scanning systems. Our client serves various sectors, including ports, borders, military, and high-threat facilities, ensuring top-tier security solutions with their innovative designs and high-quality imaging performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Assisting in the vacuum bake-out of X-ray tubes including diagnosis and rectification of vacuum leaks
Post bake-out Tube Activation, application of lead plates, tube assembly completion, and setup for testing of X-ray tubes
High Voltage conditioning and testing of X-ray tubes
Performing preventative maintenance on vacuum equipment and high voltage test rigs
Accurate and consistent recording of data, including the use of Excel
Using various plant equipment including vacuum bake-out ovens, conditioning rigs, and overhead gantry crane
Contributing to the development and improvement of processes and safe working practices
Basic fault finding on X-ray tubes, test equipment, and vacuum systems
Raising Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) as required
Ensuring compliance with COSHH regulations
Organising and maintaining a safe and efficient working environment

Job Requirements:

Previous experience in a production, laboratory, R&D, or hi-tech engineering environment
Experience in operating sophisticated manufacturing, processing, or scientific equipment
Understanding of safe working practices and ensuring adherence to these practices
Technical qualifications in Engineering or Scientific discipline to ONC/HND level or significant experience in technical roles

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working on X-ray tubes or similar hi-tech/scientific equipment
Experience in a clean room environment
Knowledge of helium leak checking and basic maintenance of vacuum systems
Experience working in accordance with a Quality system and COSHH regulations
Familiarity with 5S, 6 Sigma Practices and handling compressed gas cylinders
Experience with lifting equipment such as gantry cranes
Experience in a hi-tech manufacturing or research environment
If you have a background in test and inspection, assembly, and production within the manufacturing and engineering sectors, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative and dynamic team in Salfords, Surrey