Machine Technician

Orion Electrotech Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Company benefits package

Job summary

Orion Electrotech Ltd in Bridgwater is seeking a Machine Technician to join a busy production environment. You will support the efficient operation of manufacturing equipment, monitor performance, perform adjustments and quality checks to ensure products meet required standards.

The role operates on a 4 on / 4 off rotating 12-hour shift, with a clear salary progression starting at £30,000 and overtime opportunities, plus a benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing environments.
• Machine setting or operating.
• Mechanical maintenance or fitting experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production machinery and associated equipment operate efficiently.
• Monitor machine performance and identify faults or defects.
• Carry out adjustments and remedial work within your level of competence.
• Support efforts to minimise downtime and maximise machine efficiency.
• Perform regular product quality inspections, including visual and measurement checks.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Make machine adjustments to maintain product quality standards.
• Remove, clean, refit, realign and adjust machine components as required.
• Assist with tooling, moulds and ancillary equipment maintenance.
• Report significant process deviations to supervision.

Skills

Machine operation

Mechanical maintenance

Quality inspection

Rotating shifts

Health and safety

Moulding plastics (advantageous)

Job description

Machine Technician

Location: Bridgwater
Salary: Starting at £30,000 with structured progression and overtime opportunities

Salary Progression

• Starting Salary: £30,000
• Level 1: £32,760
• Level 2: £34,320
• Level 3: £35,471.52
• Overtime available
• Company benefits package

Shift Pattern - 4 on / 4 off rotating shift pattern - 12-hour shifts covering both days and nights.

We are looking for a Machine Technician to join a busy production environment, supporting the efficient operation of manufacturing equipment while ensuring products are produced to the required quality standards. Working as part of the production team, you will be responsible for machine performance, quality checks, equipment adjustments, housekeeping standards and minimising downtime to keep production running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities for this Machine Technician role:

• Ensure production machinery and associated equipment operate efficiently.
• Monitor machine performance and identify faults or defects.
• Carry out adjustments and remedial work within your level of competence.
• Support efforts to minimise downtime and maximise machine efficiency.
• Perform regular product quality inspections, including visual and measurement checks.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Make machine adjustments to maintain product quality standards.
• Remove, clean, refit, realign and adjust machine components as required.
• Assist with tooling, moulds and ancillary equipment maintenance.
• Report any significant process deviations to supervision.
• Monitor material availability and support material changeovers.
• Adjust machine settings when material mixes or colours change.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Support continuous production and operational improvement activities.

We would be keen to speak with candidates who have experience as a Machine Technician:

• Manufacturing or production environments
• Machine setting or machine operating
• Mechanical maintenance or mechanical fitting
• Production technician roles
• Injection moulding, blow moulding or plastics manufacturing (advantageous)
• Quality inspection and process control
• Working rotating day and night shifts

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their technical skills within a manufacturing environment while benefiting from structured salary progression and overtime opportunities.

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