Manufacturing Technician

Talent STEM Ltd; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern manufacturing organization in Canterbury is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support production in a regulated environment. The role involves operating equipment, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates should have strong attention to detail and the ability to follow structured processes, with previous manufacturing experience being a plus. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Physically capable of lifting and handling materials.
• Experience in manufacturing or technical operations is a plus.
• Familiarity with quality or compliance standards is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily manufacturing activities.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain process equipment.
• Complete accurate production records.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Record-keeping skills

Ability to follow structured processes

Flexibility to work a shift rota

Job description

Overview

Talent STEM is supporting a well-established organisation in Kent to recruit a Manufacturing Technician. This is a permanent, full-time role offering the opportunity to work in a modern, regulated manufacturing environment, supporting the production of high-quality products across a technical sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily manufacturing activities within a controlled production environment


• Operate, monitor, and maintain process equipment in line with SOPs


• Complete accurate production records, ensuring compliance with documentation standards


• Report and support resolution of process deviations and equipment issues


• Assist with planned maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement projects


• Work closely with quality teams to maintain operational standards


• Manage incoming materials and maintain stock levels


• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant working environment


• Contribute to initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

Essential:

• Strong attention to detail with excellent record-keeping skills


• Ability to follow structured processes in a regulated environment


• Physically capable of lifting and handling materials


• Flexibility to work a shift rota (including weekends)

Desirable:

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production or technical operations


• Familiarity with quality or compliance standards (ISO, GMP, or similar)

Next Steps

If you are looking to develop your career in technical manufacturing and want to join a forward-looking organisation, Talent STEM would like to hear from you.