Manufacturing Technician - Early Shift (9-Day Fortnight)

Dechra; Skipton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking with charging

Headspace app

Healthcare cash plan

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work

Discount on pet food

Free fruit on Mondays

Annual leave 22.5 days + bank holidays

Option to buy extra holiday

Job summary

Dechra are seeking a Manufacturing Technician for the early shift at our Skipton site. The role involves manufacturing products to GMP standards, following SOPs, conducting training, and ensuring safe operation of plant and equipment.

You will uphold strict housekeeping and hygiene protocols while supporting continuous improvement and manufacturing excellence. The role requires a proactive, team‑oriented individual local to Skipton, with good health and safety knowledge and the ability to work a

Qualifications

• Health & Safety compliance knowledge.
• Clear communication with peers and senior staff.
• Ability to work in a manual role with good dexterity.
• Positive attitude and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture products to a high standard in GMP-compliant manner.
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Attend planned in-house or on-the-job training.
• Capable and willing to train others in the team.
• Ensure safe and efficient use of plant and equipment.
• Follow documented manufacturing methods and escalate issues when needed.
• Maintain housekeeping, cleanliness and personal hygiene in the department.

Skills

Health & Safety

Communication

Dexterity

Teamwork

Job description

Dechra are seeking a Manufacturing Technician for the early shift at our Skipton site. The role involves manufacturing products to GMP standards, following SOPs, conducting training, and ensuring safe operation of plant and equipment.

You will uphold strict housekeeping and hygiene protocols while supporting continuous improvement and manufacturing excellence. The role requires a proactive, team‑oriented individual local to Skipton, with good health and safety knowledge and the ability to work a