Manufacturing Technician

W Talent; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organization in Telford is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support the assessment and rebuilding of automotive components. This hands-on position is ideal for individuals with mechanical or electrical understanding. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, following technical instructions, and ensuring quality standards. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £35k, with full training and development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Full training provided

Opportunity to develop mechanical and technical skills

Supportive workshop environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• No formal qualification required, but mechanical/electrical understanding is beneficial.
• Previous experience in assembly, manufacturing, automotive, engineering, or mechanical repair environments is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assess product condition and determine rebuild requirements.
• Conduct component inspections to ensure parts are fit for purpose.
• Rebuild products following manufacturer instructions and internal procedures.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Good problem-solving ability

Ability to follow technical instructions accurately

Strong organisational and multitasking skills

Effective communication skills

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Manufacturing Technician

Telford

8am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday

The Role

W Talent is supporting a well‑established engineering organisation in Telford in their search for a Manufacturing Technician. This hands‑on role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical or electrical aptitude who enjoys dismantling, rebuilding, and testing automotive components to high‑quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess product condition and determine rebuild requirements
• Strip units following work instructions and specific project requirements
• Conduct component inspections to ensure parts are fit for purpose
• Confirm availability and commercial viability of required parts
• Complete job cards and update BOM requirements
• Rebuild products following manufacturer instructions and internal procedures
• Test units to specifications
• Highlight faults or issues to the Workshop Supervisor
• Produce consistently high‑quality work while meeting efficiency targets
• Follow all H&S, quality, and standard operating procedures
• Accurately complete paperwork, job cards, production records, and QHSE documentation
• Maintain schedule adherence and record job activity daily
• Support additional tasks and ad‑hoc requests from management

Key Requirements

Qualifications

No formal qualification required, but mechanical/electrical understanding is beneficial.

Experience

• Previous experience in assembly, manufacturing, automotive, engineering, or mechanical repair environments is an advantage.
• Proficiency with MS Excel (or willingness to learn).

Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Good problem‑solving ability
• Ability to follow technical instructions accurately
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills
• Effective communication skills

Attributes

• Willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Reliable, proactive, and quality‑driven
• Able to work well under pressure

What's on offer

• Up to £35k basic
• Full training provided on specialist manufacturing processes
• Opportunity to develop mechanical and technical skills
• Supportive workshop environment
• Competitive salary and benefits