Production Operator – First-Off Inspection

Axis Electronics Ltd.

Summary

It’s exciting times at Axis Electronics, as part of the international Cicor Group, we have ambitious growth plans over the next 5 years, recently acquiring 3 new sites in the UK which expands our opportunity for growth and your opportunity to develop your career with a major player in the UK EMS contract manufacturing.

As you’d expect from a market leading contract manufacturer, we have an impressive list of prestige customers, leading the way with cutting edge technology in safety critical products predominately within the Aerospace & Defence sector and it’s our mission to provide them with high technology, high reliability Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS). Our people are crucial to our success and this role is pivotal to realising our ambitions by meeting our on-time delivery commitments.

Due to our growth, we are expanding our team and looking for dynamic individuals to support our manufacturing team. If you’re passionate about having an impact in electronic engineering and/or manufacturing, we want to hear from you!

Job Purpose: 

The First-off Inspection operator plays a key role in ensuring product quality at the start of each production batch. This role involves performing detailed inspections of first-off units against engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards to verify that components meet required criteria before full production is released. The FOI operator acts as a quality gatekeeper, helping to reduce defects, improve process consistency, and ensure customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

– Perform first-off inspections by conducting detailed visual and dimensional checks on the initial unit of each batch.

– Reference technical drawings, work instructions, and quality standards to verify compliance.

– Validate component placement, solder quality, torque settings, and any critical or customer-specified features.

– Accurately complete and maintain inspection records using FOI checklists, batch documentation, or digital quality systems.

– Communicate inspection results clearly to production teams and escalate non-conformances immediately.

– Work closely with Quality, Engineering, and Production Team Leaders to resolve issues before batch sign-off.

– Ensure all inspection activities are traceable and documented in real time to meet audit and regulatory requirements.

– Support continuous improvement by identifying repeat FOI issues and contributing to corrective actions and quality initiatives.

Person Specification: 

– Previous experience in manufacturing or quality inspection (electronic/mechanical assembly preferred).

– Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.

– Proficient in the use of hand measurement tools (e.g. calipers, micrometers, gauges).

– Familiarity with visual inspection criteria for soldering, component alignment, or assembly quality.

– Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality standards.

– Good verbal and written communication skills.

– Knowledge of ISO 9001 or other quality management systems is desirable.

At Axis we expect every employee to commit to our Teamship Rules:

– Caring: for each other, our customers, our suppliers and all other stakeholders

– Hardworking: with diligence, creativity, and by going the extra mile

– Integrity: through honesty with oneself and with others

– Positivity: a can do attitude

– Synergy: a united front as team Axis