Manufacturing Technician

Randstad; Swindon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking a proactive Manufacturing Technician II to join an Operations team in Horsham. The role covers receiving, packaging, and distributing products across ambient, cold-chain, and frozen storage environments with a late shift.

You will hit targets by picking, packing, labeling, updating inventory, and following GMP and SOPs while maintaining safety and quality. This is a 3-month temporary contract with 14:00-22:15 shifts and on-site work.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics; basic IT literacy.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and label client orders accurately to hit operational targets.
• Receive deliveries into designated storage areas and update inventory management software.
• Follow Production Orders to complete packaging tasks, including room and equipment setup and clean-down.
• Accurately complete GMP documentation within required deadlines.
• Conduct stock counts, cycle checks, and compliant waste disposal.
• Strictly adhere to SOPs, safety rules, and quality regulations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and report health, safety, or quality concerns promptly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual handling

Team player

Basic IT literacy

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Job Advert: Manufacturing Technician II (Late Shift)

Location: Horsham, West Sussex (Onsite)

Pay Rate: £13.20 per hour + 22% Shift Allowance (effective rate: £16.10/hr | £26,255.45 per annum equivalent)

Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, 14:00 - 22:15 (38.75 hours/week)

Contract Type: 3-Month Temporary Contract (Immediate start)

Overtime: Available

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician II to join a fast-paced Operations team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in receiving, packaging, and distributing high-quality products across ambient, cold-chain, and frozen storage environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and label client orders accurately to hit operational targets.
• Receive deliveries into designated storage areas and update inventory management software.
• Follow Production Orders to complete packaging tasks, including room and equipment setup and clean-down.
• Accurately complete Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) documentation within required deadlines.
• Conduct stock counts, cycle checks, and compliant waste disposal.
• Strictly adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety rules, and quality regulations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and report any health, safety, or quality concerns promptly.

What We're Looking For

• Education & Basics: GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics; basic IT literacy.
• Physical Capability: Comfortable with physical tasks including manual handling up to 25kg, standing/walking, and repetitive packing/labelling tasks.
• Environment: Willing and able to work in cold-chain and temperature-controlled settings (ranging from 2°C-8°C down to -20°C), as well as handling open material barrels in full protective suits.
• Mindset: Reliable self-starter with strong attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination, and a positive team-oriented attitude.
• Desirable: Previous experience in a regulated GxP, cleanroom, pharmaceutical, or biological packaging setting is a plus, but full training will be provided.

Additional Information

• PPE: All required safety footwear and Personal Protective Equipment (including cleanroom/lab suits) are provided.
• Dress Code: Cleanroom standards apply (no jewellery except plain bands, no nail varnish, no bare legs, and minimal makeup in GMP zones).
• Interview Process: Stage 1 includes an onsite induction and test (09:00 - 16:00).
• Screening: Standard background check applies.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.