We have an opening for a versatile electronic and mechanical assembly job in our small, fast-growing company, with the potential for growth opportunities linked to personal and business performance. We are looking for people enthusiastic about quality and productivity to join the Manufacturing department at our Attercliffe based site. Initially, the primary duties of this job would include:
- Building a range of laboratory equipment, which will involve the assembly of cables and wiring harnesses, electronic enclosures, and linear motion systems.
- Conducting quality assurance checks on assembled equipment, as well as maintaining records of equipment inspections and any test data generated.
- Maintaining stock levels of both completed equipment and associated constituent components, to meet wider sales and production demand.
Full training will be provided, but experience with electronics or mechanical tool usage is desirable.
The department is run with lean management techniques in mind, and we sell our specialist equipment directly to our customers. This minimises the requirement to work on the same process for long periods of time as we work on a varied mix of products in any one week, as determined by the “pull” from our customers. The ability to prioritise and be flexible is valued highly, as is the ability to work independently but candidates must be diligent and alert in spotting and highlighting quality concerns.
Progression in this job will come from taking on responsibilities in areas such as training, stock management and quality control. Or from working with the product managers on longer term improvement projects. As well as the opportunity to help introduce newly developed equipment into our manufacturing processes.
- Good manual dexterity
- Methodical and diligent work ethic
- Health and safety awareness
- Attention to detail
- Highly organised and self-motivated
- Good communication skills
- Desire for learning and self-improvement
- UK work permit holder and/or the legal right to work in the UK
Your skills and experience may also include any of the following:
- Product packing and dispatch
- Managing incoming deliveries and conducting goods-in inspections
- Quality management practices
- Microsoft Access and databases
Joining our team means you become part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. At our Sheffield site, we offer:
- Competitive salaries with regular performance-based pay reviews
- A long-running, discretionary profit share scheme
- 24 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays
- Regular tea & cake company catch-ups
- Free on-site parking with marked bays
- Secure bike storage and shower facilities
- Open-plan, collaborative office/lab space
Working together in-person is an essential part of Ossila. We value the collaborative, knowledge-sharing moments that happen over a cuppa, and this is why our roles are office based. If you are someone who shares this perspective and are enthusiastic about joining Ossila in our Sheffield office, we want to hear from you.
Ossila is a small but high-growth business which manufactures and supplies scientific equipment, materials, and laboratory supplies to institutions around the world. Our aim is to help accelerate the pace of scientific discovery. To do this, we are looking to continue our rapid expansion with a view to building a world-class company of significant size and stature over the next five years. Formed by academics from the University of Sheffield, we now employ over 50 people across our offices in the UK and the Netherlands.
We pride ourselves on our high-quality products, excellent customer support, and accessible prices. Our customers can be found in over 100 countries (approximately 85% of our sales are exported) and include many of the world’s leading research institutions. We have won both the Institute of Physics award for innovation and the King’s Award for export.
To apply, email us at [email protected] with a CV and personalised covering letter. This is your chance to tell us why you are interested in the position and how your skills, experience, and qualifications make you a good fit. No agencies please.
