Manufacturing Technician

Appcastenterprise; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Appcastenterprise is looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join a busy Birmingham-based team on a 6-month assignment. You will support the manufacture of healthcare and diagnostics products in a regulated environment, ensuring tasks are completed safely and to high quality standards.

The role requires attention to detail, adherence to SOPs, and effective teamwork. Full training is provided; weekend overtime may be required to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent required.
• Desirable: experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, laboratory.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow written procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily production plans and complete tasks.
• Ensure materials and inventory are available for manufacturing activities.
• Carry out routine checks and activities on equipment and work areas.
• Complete production documentation and record data accurately.
• Perform process and quality checks in line with company procedures.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support continuous improvement activities.
• Assist with identifying and resolving basic production issues.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Procedural compliance

Communication

Record keeping

Numerical skills

Team player

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manufacturing Technician

Location: Birmingham
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00am - 3:30pm
Pay Rate: £13.53 per hour
Contract: 6-Month Temporary Assignment

Manufacturing Technician Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Technician to join a busy manufacturing team in Birmingham on a 6-month assignment. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to gain experience within a regulated production environment, supporting the manufacture of high-quality products used across the healthcare and diagnostics sector.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring production activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow daily production plans and complete assigned tasks.
• Ensure materials and inventory are available for manufacturing activities.
• Carry out routine checks and activities on equipment and work areas.
• Complete production documentation and record data accurately.
• Perform process and quality checks in line with company procedures.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support continuous improvement activities.
• Assist with identifying and resolving basic production issues.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

Candidate Requirements

• GCSEs or equivalent.
• Previous experience within manufacturing, production, warehouse, laboratory, or a similar environment is desirable.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfortable following written procedures and instructions.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Good communication and record-keeping skills.
• Basic numerical skills and understanding of measurements.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work as part of a team.

Working Environment

This role is based within a manufacturing environment and may involve:

• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Handling materials and chemical solutions safely.
• Following strict health, safety, and quality procedures.
• Lifting and moving items up to 20kg when required.
• Standing for extended periods during the working day.
• Occasional overtime, including weekends, to support business requirements.

What's on Offer?

• £13.53 per hour.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Early finish every day at 3:30pm.
• Full training provided.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a recognised manufacturing environment.
• Supportive team and modern working facilities.

If you're looking for a hands-on role and have experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse operations, or a similar environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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