Engineering Technician

NW Recruitment Services Ltd; Leyland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business in the Leyland/Preston area is looking for an Engineering Technician to support the efficient operation of production line machinery. This role involves assisting with changeovers, monitoring performance, and troubleshooting breakdowns. Candidates should have a Level 3 Mechanical Engineering qualification and a strong understanding of hand tools. The position offers a pay rate of £12.46 per hour, and employment begins as a 12-week temporary role transitioning to permanent.

Benefits

Death in service benefit

Medicash health cash plan

Qualifications

• Keen to learn and develop within a technical or production environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are essential.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production line set-ups and changeovers.
• Support Engineers and Hygiene teams for production runs.
• Monitor line performance and drive efficiency on production boards.
• Attend breakdowns, assist with fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Carry out routine maintenance checks and calibration.

Skills

Keen to learn and develop

Good working knowledge of hand tools

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Well organised with good time-management skills

Able to work effectively as part of a team

Education

Recently qualified in Mechanical Engineering at a Level 3 level

Job description

Overview

Engineering Technician (6/2 shift)

No sponsorship, accommodation or relocation packages offered for this role.

• Leyland / Preston Area
• Reporting to: Engineer / Engineering Manager

NW Recruitment Services Ltd are working in partnership with a well-established manufacturing business based in the Leyland/Preston area. The company operates within a fast-paced production environment and is committed to maintaining high standards of efficiency, safety, hygiene, and quality.

Due to continued growth, two Technicians are required to support the smooth and efficient running of production line machinery. These are 12-week temporary to permanent opportunities with fixed shift patterns.

• Rate of pay: £12.46 per hour
• Contract: 12-week temporary to permanent

Shifts available (fixed):

• 06:00 – 14:00, Monday to Friday (37.5 hour paid week)

Role purpose

To support the efficient operation of production line machinery by assisting with line changeovers, maintaining performance during production, attending breakdowns, and contributing to continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production line set-ups and changeovers in line with hygiene, quality, and company procedures
• Support Engineers and Hygiene teams to ensure lines are ready for production runs
• Monitor line performance and drive efficiency using production performance boards
• Attend breakdowns and assist with fault finding and troubleshooting
• Carry out routine maintenance checks and basic calibration of tools and equipment
• Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to meet output targets
• Maintain clean, safe, and tidy work areas following maintenance or changeovers
• Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are followed and records maintained
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve machine performance and line efficiency
• Record parts used and ensure stores and stock records are kept up to date

Qualifications & Skills

• Keen to learn and develop within a technical or production environment
• Good working knowledge of hand tools
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Well organised with good time-management skills
• Able to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Additional benefits

• Death in service (eligible after successfully completing 3 month probationary period). The business will pay out a tax free lump sum payment to employee’s nominated beneficiaries in the event an employee dies whilst employed
• Medicash health cash plan – Insurance package providing cashback towards everyday healthcare bills, as well as providing cover towards the unexpected, such as a stay in hospital

If you have recently qualified in Mechanical Engineering at a Level 3 level and have experience in fast moving production environments, this role is a brilliant opportunity to broaden your work experience.