Assistant Manufacturing Innovation Technician

Austin Fraser; Liverpool City Region, Port Sunlight; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an interim Assistant Manufacturing Innovation Technician to join their dynamic team in a renowned FMCG environment. This full-time role offers the chance to work closely with innovation launches and support various plant-related activities. You will generate validation documents, carry out lab testing, and assist in projects aimed at improving operational efficiency. The position is based in a picturesque working environment that fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about manufacturing and engineering. If you're self-motivated and eager to contribute to impactful projects, this role is for you.

Benefits

Staff shop discounted products

Free tea, coffee & ice cream

Free parking onsite

Access to site clubs (Book Club, Running, etc.)

Catering outlets with hot and cold food

Qualifications

• HND level or above in a relevant discipline is required.
• High level of numeracy and IT skills, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Generating validation documents for main plant trials.
• Supporting innovation launches and general plant-related activities.
• Assisting in wider plant projects related to operational efficiency.

Skills

IT Skills

Numeracy

Teamwork

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

HND in Manufacturing Operations

HND in Engineering

HND in Laboratory Management

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are currently seeking an interim Assistant Manufacturing Innovation Technician to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral, easily accessible by train and car. This is a full-time temporary role to run for 18 months, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £35,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

This role will involve working across plant facilities in Port Sunlight, supporting innovation launches and general plant-related activities. The successful candidate will be working across fabric wash liquid, fabric enhancers & home and hygiene innovations that are launched in Port Sunlight.

Key Accountabilities

1. Generating validation documents for main plant trials and monitored productions.
2. Carrying out monitored productions with the innovation launch team.
3. Carrying out lab testing during trials.
4. Supporting plant-related planning activities such as weekly disinfections and batch sizing review.
5. Reviewing COGIs in plant and ensuring material stock levels are up to date.
6. Supporting innovation lead with gathering plant data (quality, performance).
7. Supporting daily meetings in plant and reviewing data.
8. Assisting in wider plant projects related to waste and operational efficiency improvements.

Key Requirements

1. HND level or above in a relevant discipline within manufacturing operations, engineering, or laboratory management.
2. High level of numeracy and IT skills (especially Excel).
3. Self-confident with a positive approach to work. Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
4. Ability to work as part of a team and to communicate effectively at all levels.
5. Ability to manage and organise own workload including planning and prioritising to meet deadlines.

Additional Information

Port Sunlight working environment:

• Staff shop discounted products.
• Free tea, coffee & ice cream.
• Working in a carefully restored listed building, in a modern and bright working environment.
• Free parking onsite.
• 5 mins walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester.
• 20-minute drive from Liverpool city centre/30-minutes drive from Chester.
• Disabled parking.
• In the heart of picturesque Port Sunlight village.
• There are also several site clubs available to join covering a range of topics including Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, Genealogy, and much more.
• The site has three catering outlets which provide a range of hot and cold food and drinks daily.
• In addition, there are a range of vending machines and cold water dispensers around the site accessible throughout the day.