Sony UK TEC Limited Overview:
Sony UK Technology Centre Limited is the only manufacturing centre for Sony in Europe, and have over 500 highly skilled team players who help create some of the most advanced technology on the global market. The heart of today’s operation at Pencoed is centered on the manufacture of high technology Broadcast and Professional Cameras and Systems including the latest industry leading 4K technology. Alongside this, we provide contract manufacturing solutions for multiple non-Sony branded businesses. This collaborative approach to contract manufacturing has produced many commercial successes over the years, including the best-selling British computer of all time, the Raspberry Pi. Additionally, we are the home of a Sony customer service and solutions centre, a business incubation centre and much more.
Role Overview:
As SMT Shift Engineer, you will work as part of the SMT Production Engineering Team, providing technical support and solutions to maximise the performance of our equipment and processes to deliver high quality products. This will include working on maintenance (TPM), breakdowns, and efficiency improvement projects in a safe, controlled manner. The role will work closely with Operational Managers and Supervisors, as well as the wider Production Engineer team, sharing best practices and providing technical leadership or support as needed. Training will be made available to support personal development, with the right candidate showing strong values and behaviours to drive our team and business forward.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support the delegation of technical tasks within the working shift
• Conduct regular TPM in line with the maintenance schedule
• Repair of surface mount machinery
• Investigate concerns or improvement opportunities for Quality, Delivery, & Cost
• Supporting knowledge and best practice sharing
• Technical reporting, such as shift report or change control requests
Essential Criteria:
• Understanding of circuit board assembly machines
• Understanding of electrical circuit diagrams
• Qualified to ONC level/HNC in an engineering field
• Good interpersonal skills
• Computer literate (Proficiency in Outlook & Excel)
• Process driven, with a methodical approach to problem solving
Desirable Criteria:
• Experience working in a high volume production environment
• Experience of problem-solving tools and techniques (such as KT or Six Sigma)
What we offer:
• A competitive salary
• Generous company pension scheme
• Generous life assurance
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of public holidays
• Long service holiday days
• Complimentary onsite secure car park
• Onsite gym and changing facilities
• Subsidised canteen
• Onsite Learning & Development Academy
• Private medical insurance
• Complimentary access to school holiday schemes
• Exclusive ‘Staff Sales’ website for discounted Sony products
• Generous family friendly policies
• ‘Refer a Friend’ recruitment scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
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