Manufacturing Engineer Technician - Growth & Hands-on

Oxoid Remel Microbiology; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxoid Remel Microbiology is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Technician I to support maintenance and improvements across our production lines. The role operates on a rotating shift pattern (6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm alternating) and involves hands-on work with sophisticated equipment in a quality-focused environment.

You will resolve technical issues, perform calibrations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to sustain world-class manufacturing and product quality for customers worldwide.

Qualifications

• Hands-on technical experience in an engineering environment.
• Experience with mechanical/electrical troubleshooting for repair and maintenance.
• Proficiency in instrument calibrations and adjustments to specs.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and CAD files.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Able to lift up to 50 lb occasionally and 25 lb frequently.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for repairs and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to improve uptime and reliability.
• Develop preventative maintenance activities with plant improvements.
• Assist specialised contractors for routine and reactive tasks.
• Diagnose faults and implement corrective actions affecting safety and quality.
• Repair faulty machinery across site and manage parts issuance.
• Maintain safety reporting and participate in safety initiatives.
• Understand instrumentation calibration and keep validated specs.
• Keep CMMS data accurate and current.
• Ensure quality and ethical work practices and maintain a tidy workplace.
• Support site as defined in local procedures and participate in projects.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Instrument calibrations

CAD drawings interpretation

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education or trade cert

Engineering/engineering technology background

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Oxoid Remel Microbiology is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Technician I to support maintenance and improvements across our production lines. The role operates on a rotating shift pattern (6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm alternating) and involves hands-on work with sophisticated equipment in a quality-focused environment.

You will resolve technical issues, perform calibrations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to sustain world-class manufacturing and product quality for customers worldwide.