Job Title:  Production Technician

Location: 

Wrexham, Denbighshire, GB, LL13 9XS

Business Unit:  Spectro
Posting Date:  Apr 14, 2026
Job Description: 

About Nu Instruments

 

Nu Instruments Ltd is a leading manufacturer of high-precision mass spectrometers, supplying advanced analytical solutions to customers worldwide. Our instruments are built to exacting standards in a clean, controlled manufacturing environment, supporting scientific research, industry, and academia.

 

We are looking to recruit a Production Technician to support the manufacture and assembly of our world-class instrumentation.

 

As a Production Technician, you will play a key role within our production team, supporting the build and preparation of components and assemblies used in the manufacture of mass spectrometers.

 

You will be responsible for carrying out hands-on production tasks in a safe, organised, and efficient manner, ensuring high standards of quality and attention to detail at all times.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Cleaning and preparing components prior to assembly
  • Constructing wiring looms and mechanical sub-assemblies to specification
  • Following standard operating procedures and engineering instructions
  • Completing tasks accurately and within agreed timescales
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised work area
  • Using tools and equipment correctly and reporting any issues promptly
  • Supporting continuous improvement within the production department
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues to meet production schedules

 

Skills and Experience

 

Essential:

 

  • Practical, hands-on approach with good attention to detail
  • Ability to follow written instructions and technical documentation
  • Good manual dexterity
  • Strong time-management skills
  • Commitment to maintaining a safe and organised working environment

 

Desirable:

 

  • Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or assembly environment
  • Previous experience with electrical wiring or mechanical assembly
  • Familiarity with clean or controlled production environments
  • Understanding of quality standards and procedures

 

What We Offer

  • A stable, growing manufacturing environment
  • Full training and ongoing development
  • Opportunity to work on advanced scientific instrumentation
  • Supportive team culture with a focus on quality and safety

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility.  AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.