Manufacturing Support Technician

Manpower Uk Ltd; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing solution provider in South Yorkshire seeks a skilled Manufacturing Support Technician to join its client's Product & Packaging Operations team. The role involves operating machinery, maintaining equipment, and supporting manufacturing processes in a cleanroom environment. Candidates should have recognized qualifications in CNC machining and experience in the medical device industry, along with a passion for continuous improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proven skills in CNC machining and cleanroom experience.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Experience in the medical device industry.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain laser marking and machinery.
• Interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Support packaging equipment setup and inspections.

Skills

CNC machining skills

Continuous improvement

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Recognised qualifications in CNC machining

Tools

UG CAD/CAM

JDE Oneworld

Seiki Systems

Job description

Manpower is one of the UK's leading contingent workforce and staffing
solution providers. We are proud to partner with a major global health care
company based in Leeds.

We're looking for a proactive and skilled Manufacturing Support Technician to join the Product & Packaging Operations team for our client based in Leeds. This role is essential in supporting the manufacturing processes for MAKE and prototype products, including grit-blasting, multi-stage cleaning, fitting, polishing, and laser marking. You'll work hands-on with advanced equipment and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a cleanroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain machinery and laser marking equipment safely and reliably
• Interpret technical drawings and work instructions accurately
• Support the packaging equipment setup and inspection of rejected materials
• Record activities and complete batch documentation
• Perform minor maintenance tasks and coordinate repairs
• Train colleagues on equipment and potentially support other sites
• Champion 6S practices and uphold health, safety, and environmental standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, R&D, suppliers, and maintenance teams

Qualifications & Experience:

• Recognised qualifications or proven skills in CNC machining (Fanuc, Mazotrol, Heidenhain, Mill Plus)
• Experience in cleanroom environments and cGMP practices
• Familiarity with UG CAD/CAM and software systems like JDE Oneworld, Adaptiv, PLM, Seiki Systems
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Experience in the medical device industry and validation processes
• Basic understanding of Lean, 6S, and Operator Asset Care

Skills & Attributes:

• A passion for continuous improvement
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent timekeeping and reliability
• Ability to work flexibly and meet tight deadlines
• Commitment to health and safety compliance