Job Description

Production Technician - Ideal for Hands-On Tinkerers / Crafters / Practical Problem-Solvers

Paignton, Devon | Full-time 8am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday or Part-time 9:30am - 2:30pm Monday to Friday | National Minimum Wage

Are you the sort of person who takes things apart just to see how they work -- and (usually) puts them back together better than before?

Do you enjoy practical, hands-on work where every day might bring something a little bit different?

Would you thrive in a role that values curiosity, problem-solving, and a bit of DIY spirit?

If so, we might just have the perfect job for you.

What You'll Be Doing

At Flexiguide, we manufacture bespoke components used in high-spec telecoms, aerospace, and defence applications. That means every item we make is slightly different - and we need people who can think on their feet and enjoy that variety.

You'll be:

Assembling and finishing

custom components - often from detailed (but very achievable!) part drawings or instructions

Soldering, moulding, blasting, deflashing, powder coating

and using other tools or processes to finish items to high standards

Interpreting part numbers and drawings

to understand how something goes together - and making decisions based on that

Setting up test equipment

- measuring product performance

Helping to evolve processes

- spotting where something could be done better or quicker next time

Carefully packing and labelling

goods for shipping to customers around the globe.
This isn't just button-pressing on a production line. If you enjoy practical problem-solving, switching between tasks throughout the day / week, thinking "how best to do this?", and tinkering to make things work - you'll fit right in.

Who We're Looking For

We don't mind if you haven't worked in manufacturing before - we'll train you - but we do look for people who:

Are

dextrous

and able to

lift

and move stock and components using sack trucks etc Enjoy

working with their hands

- whether it's model-making, bike repairs, electronics, mechanics, crafts, etc. Are

curious

and comfortable figuring out how to do something based on instructions or past experience Are

happy with variety and change

, rather than doing the exact same thing all day, every day Who will

muck in

to get the less exciting / repetitive tasks done too Have

great attention to detail

and care about doing a good job Can work

well independently

, but also ask for help when needed Are reliable and ready to

work full-time

(8am-4:30pm, Monday to Friday) or

part time

(9:30am-2:30pm, Monday to Friday)
Bonus points if you've done any soldering, mechanical repairs, or similar hobbies - but full training is provided.

What You'll Get

Full training

and mentoring from experienced team members A chance to develop valuable skills in

precision manufacturing

The satisfaction of making things that really matter (our components go into everything from satellites to radar!) A

friendly and supportive team

environment Free parking, regular breaks, and a clean, quiet working space
This is a great role for someone who wants to be valued for their practical brain and hands-on skills. You don't need fancy qualifications - just the right attitude.

If your shed / workshop / craft room is your happy place, you might just be our next production technician.

Apply now with your CV and a short note about what kind of things you like making or tinkering with.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/08/2025
Reference ID: Production technician (Full-time or part-time)
Expected start date: 11/08/2025