Manufacturing Technician

Senior Bird Bellows; Congleton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company located in Congleton seeks skilled individuals to join their production team. Responsibilities include operating semi-automated and automated machinery, diagnosing equipment issues, and maintaining quality standards. Candidates should have substantial experience in manufacturing and hold a Level 3 apprenticeship in engineering. The company offers a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Social and wellbeing events

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Experience operating manufacturing plant and equipment.
• Proven skills in diagnosing faults and implementing actions.
• Understanding of Continuous Improvement principles.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing machinery.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment faults.
• Log stoppages and breakdowns using the smart factory system.
• Support maintenance activities with the maintenance team.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

5 years’ experience in a manufacturing/production environment

Experience in operation of manufacturing plant and equipment

Diagnostic skills for faults and root causes

Knowledge of Continuous Improvement

Knowledge of practical Health & Safety

Education

Minimum Level 3 apprenticeship in engineering

Job description

Company Description

Based in Congleton, Cheshire, Senior Bird Bellows was established in 1975 as a family run operation serving the petro-chemical and gas industries. Since then, we have evolved to become one of the industry leaders in the design, development and manufacture of pressure duct systems, flexible joints and insulation for highly regulated industries. We have established customers in aerospace (both civil and military), as well as in the nuclear, oil and gas, chemical and pharmaceutical sectors.

Job Description

We are seeking skilled and motivated individuals to join our manufacturing team, where you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring both semi-automated and fully automated machinery within a dedicated production cell. Key responsibilities include diagnosing and resolving equipment faults, logging all stoppages and breakdowns using our smart factory system, and supporting scheduled maintenance activities in collaboration with the maintenance team. You will play a critical role in controlling high-volume production processes, addressing and resolving manufacturing and quality issues, and ensuring compliance with relevant quality standards. Successful candidates will also contribute to quality improvement initiatives and uphold strict safety protocols, escalating any concerns as necessary.

Qualifications

Essential Experience & Knowledge:

• 5 years’ experience of working within a manufacturing/production environment.
• Experience in the operation of manufacturing plant and equipment.
• Experience in diagnosing faults, identifying root causes and implementing preventative and corrective actions.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement.
• Knowledge of practical Health & Safety

Essential Qualification:

Minimum Level 3 apprenticeship in engineering/engineering qualification

We provide a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme, life assurance, and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Our team regularly takes part in social and wellbeing events, helping you stay connected, supported, and engaged both in and outside of work.