Manufacturing Technician

Evera Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for a cutting-edge lithium-ion battery manufacturing centre. The successful candidate will support production processes including equipment maintenance and product testing, requiring an engineering qualification and experience in high-speed manufacturing environments. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy initiatives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in maintenance or manufacturing in high-speed environments.
• Experience with robotics, automation, or precision manufacturing equipment.
• Practical, hands-on technical background, ideally with electrical or mechanical specialism.

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and carry out fault diagnosis.
• Operate and maintain production equipment in cell assembly.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for processes and equipment.

Skills

Teamwork skills

Problem-solving

Experience with robotics and automation

Knowledge of lean manufacturing

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in engineering

Tools

High-precision production equipment

Job description

Our client, a cutting-edge lithium-ion battery manufacturing centre, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support the production of next-generation battery systems. Working in a state-of-the-art facility, you ll play a key role in processes spanning electrode manufacturing, cell assembly, and module/pack production, helping to power the future of electric mobility.

The Manufacturing Technician will:

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and carry out fault diagnosis across a variety of control systems.
• Operate and maintain high-precision production equipment in cell assembly.
• Perform product validation testing using in-line and off-line equipment.
• Undertake TPM and preventative maintenance activities to ensure optimum performance.
• Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives for processes and equipment.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve technical issues and maintain production targets.

The Manufacturing Technician will have:

• Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in electrical, mechanical, or general engineering (ONC/HNC/HND Level 3 desirable)
• Previous experience in maintenance or manufacturing within high-speed, quality-driven environments.
• Experience with robotics, automation, or precision manufacturing equipment.
• Strong teamwork skills with experience in collaborative problem-solving.
• Experience in lean manufacturing within quality-driven, customer-focused production environments.
• Practical, hands-on technical background, ideally with an electrical or mechanical specialism.

This is an opportunity to work with world-class technology in a sector at the heart of the UK s clean energy future. You ll gain exposure to advanced manufacturing processes, work alongside industry experts, and contribute to a project of national importance.

Apply now and be part of the team driving innovation in sustainable battery manufacturing.