Production Technician

Electronics Production Technician
Uniting what’s next in traffic.
At Yunex Traffic, we launch cities into the future with forward-looking infrastructure and transport solutions, making mobility safer, more efficient and more sustainable for all.
Our Commitment:
At Yunex Traffic, the uniqueness of our people is our strength. Our people are at the heart of what we do and every voice, perspective and contribution is valued. The future of mobility needs people who think down different tracks and we empower our people to transform cities all over the world. Join us and make a difference too.
If we all thought the same, we would never think of anything new. That’s why we recruit great minds from all walks of life. We embrace diversity and create what’s right for the world by employing the people who live in it.
At Yunex Traffic, we recognise that building a diverse workforce is critical to the success of our business. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool and welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements and workplace adjustments with all our applicants to encourage agile working and innovation.
Join a world-class manufacturing team building technology that keeps the UK moving.
At Yunex Traffic, our Poole manufacturing facility produces high‑reliability electronic assemblies used across national infrastructure. We’re proud to be an award‑winning leader in cutting-edge PCBA manufacturing — and we’re growing.
We’re now looking for a skilled Electronics Production Technician to join our Surface Mount Technology PCBA production team. If you’re passionate about electronics, precision, and solving technical challenges, you’ll fit right in.
Responsibilities:
* Carry out high-quality optical inspection of PCBAs using the latest inspection technologies
* Perform first-line fault finding and rework to maintain high production yields
* Develop and refine Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) programs
* Maintain manufacturing traceability and quality records
* Support continuous improvement through structured root‑cause analysis
* Perform routine first-line maintenance on production equipment
* Work closely with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues
* Maintain strong safety, organisation, and housekeeping standards in your production cell
Qualifications & Experience:
* Strong communication skills, working with a fast-moving and collaborative team
* A practical problem‑solver with a proactive approach to maintaining output and quality
* Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high manufacturing standards
* Ability to prioritise effectively across a high-mix production schedule
Required:
* Experience in medium/high-volume PCBA manufacturing
* IPC‑A‑610 certified [Class II] (or significant practical experience)
* Strong IT literacy (Windows OS / basic systems)
Desirable:
* IPC 7711/7721 rework/modification
* Experience with AOI
* HNC/NVQ Level 3 in Electronics or similar
* Awareness of modern PCBA manufacturing technologies
What to Expect from the Interview Process
We aim to make our interview process clear, practical, and friendly:
* Session 1: A short conversation with our team to tell you a bit about Yunex and for us to find out all about your previous experience.
* Session 2: A follow-up discussion to check your technical know-how. You will also have the chance to see our manufacturing facility and meet some of the team.
There are no trick questions or exams — we’re keen to understand your skills, experience, and what matters to you.
We offer:
* Competitive base salary plus annual bonus
* 26 days holiday (rising to 29 with service
* 37.5-hour working week, with paid overtime
* Excellent pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
* Flexible benefits tailored to your needs
* Ongoing training and development, including support for professional memberships
How do I apply?
We can only accept online applications. Click the “Apply Now” button below to submit your application.
About Us:
We are a global leader in intelligent transport systems with more than 3,500 passionate employees who pioneer, develop, create, install and maintain innovative road traffic and mobility solutions all over the world.
We make our roads smarter, safer and greener. The work we do enables cities, highways authorities and infrastructure operators to create a new world of mobility and makes cities more livable for everyone.
Our solutions range from traffic lights, tolling solutions and tunnel management to software, AI applications and the intelligent networking of all road users.
Become a Traffic Transformer and help us to continue transforming towns and cities all over the world.
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