Engineering Manufacturing Support Technician Apprentice

Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will include:

Learning how to follow the PCB population schedule and prepare jobs for the SMT line Supporting the inspection process to make sure boards meet quality standards Learning how to select and run the correct SMT programs and profiles for each job Operating SMT equipment safely under supervision Reading and understanding engineers’ drawings with guidance Assisting with setting up Automatic Pasting Equipment Working with small electronic components, circuit boards, box-build, wiring Following build instructions and assembly drawings Carrying out visual inspection of assemblies Working as part of a team to achieve production schedule

Training:

Day(s) release to South West Durham Training, Newton Aycliffe TBC. 

Training Outcome:

Full time role in either the SMT or Conventional Assembly teams. 

Employer Description:

With over 60 years of experience, Mowden Controls Ltd is a long-established manufacturer of high-reliability electronic assemblies. Based in Northallerton, North Yorkshire, the company delivers a full range of services including PCB assembly, box build, wiring, machining, testing, and product support.

Sectors currently served include ATEX, Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Defence and Scientific Instrumentation. With a strong focus on quality, precision, and customer partnership, we provide complete manufacturing solutions from prototype through to full production.

Working Hours :
Monday – Thursday: 07:30 – 16:15 Friday: 07:30 – 12:00

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Good manual dexterity