Electronic Assembler at Leicester, Leicestershire

Details of the job offer

  2026-10-20
  Full Time
  Permanent

Electronic Assembler

Leicester LE2

£14.50 - £15.50 per hour

Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:30 | Friday: 08:00 - 12:15

6-12 Month Contract

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electronic Assembler to join a leading electronics manufacturing business based in Leicester LE2. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with PCB assembly, soldering or electronics manufacturing experience seeking a long-term contract position with an early finish every Friday.

The Role

Working within a quality-driven production environment, you will be responsible for modifying Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) while following detailed technical drawings and written instructions. A high level of accuracy, attention to detail and commitment to quality is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Modifying and assembling Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).Identifying and handling miniature surface-mount components.Removing and replacing SMT components using specialist tweezers and tools.Carrying out varnishing procedures in line with specifications.Reading and following technical drawings and written instructions.Ensuring all work meets strict quality standards.Working closely with technicians and engineers to resolve production issues.Candidate RequirementsPrevious experience within electronic assembly or PCB assembly.Ability to identify electronic components and understand component polarity.Experience working with surface mount components (SMT).Strong attention to detail and excellent hand-eye coordination.Understanding of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) procedures.Knowledge of IPC-A-610 and IPC-J-STD-001 standards would be advantageous.Ability to work accurately within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.

  Professional
  Engineering
  8231 - Leicester /
  £14.50 - £15.5 per hour
  GBP
  per hour
Electronic Assembler
Permanent / Leicester
Place of work - City:
Leicester
Industrial sector:
Professional
Professional area:
Engineering
Number of vacancies:
1
Reference code:
8231
Reference office:
Leicester
Salary:
£14.50 - £15.5 per hour
Salary to:
15.5
Salary per:
per hour
Job offer insertion date:
2026-10-20

Electronic Assembler

Leicester LE2

£14.50 - £15.50 per hour

Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:30 | Friday: 08:00 - 12:15

6-12 Month Contract

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electronic Assembler to join a leading electronics manufacturing business based in Leicester LE2. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with PCB assembly, soldering or electronics manufacturing experience seeking a long-term contract position with an early finish every Friday.

The Role

Working within a quality-driven production environment, you will be responsible for modifying Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) while following detailed technical drawings and written instructions. A high level of accuracy, attention to detail and commitment to quality is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Modifying and assembling Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).Identifying and handling miniature surface-mount components.Removing and replacing SMT components using specialist tweezers and tools.Carrying out varnishing procedures in line with specifications.Reading and following technical drawings and written instructions.Ensuring all work meets strict quality standards.Working closely with technicians and engineers to resolve production issues.Candidate RequirementsPrevious experience within electronic assembly or PCB assembly.Ability to identify electronic components and understand component polarity.Experience working with surface mount components (SMT).Strong attention to detail and excellent hand-eye coordination.Understanding of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) procedures.Knowledge of IPC-A-610 and IPC-J-STD-001 standards would be advantageous.Ability to work accurately within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.


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