Operator Technicians

Acorn Recruitment; Pencoed; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Operator Technician in Pencoed. This vital role involves ensuring the safe operation of equipment and conducting quality control in manufacturing. Candidates should have strong production line experience, proficiency in Excel, and excellent communication skills. Competitive pay rates range from £12.84 to £17.46 per hour with opportunities for career development and permanency.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Temporary role with potential for permanency

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong production line or laboratory experience is essential.
• Laboratory experience preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and develop is a must.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the operations team to carry out routine manufacturing.
• Operate production equipment following strict procedures.
• Conduct routine testing and quality control checks.

Skills

Production line or laboratory experience

Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

Relevant academic or vocational qualifications

Job description

Operator Technician

Pencoed | £12.84-£17.46 per hour | Shift work | Temporary to Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting experienced Operator Technicians to join a client's site in Pencoed. This role is vital to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of machinery and equipment, requiring technical ability and strong awareness of safety procedures.

Key Duties

• Work as part of the operations team to carry out routine manufacturing and quality control of immunodiagnostic products.
• Operate production equipment or carry out manual operations in strict accordance with procedures.
• Perform standard production duties, including set‑up, set‑down, running production lines, and completing Electronic Batch Records (EBRs).
• Clean equipment in line with GMP, GLP, or other written procedures.
• Carry out raw material testing, analysing and documenting data.
• Formulate solutions for use in reagent dispensing, BioVue dispensing, and well coating.
• Conduct routine testing and quality control checks, interpret results, and recommend appropriate actions.

Requirements

• Strong production line or laboratory experience.
• Laboratory experience preferred but not essential.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Relevant academic or vocational qualifications desirable.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Reliable, conscientious, and self‑motivated.
• Structured approach with a strong work ethic.
• Able to work independently and within a team.
• Strong communication skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts and overtime.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates from £12.84 to £17.46 per hour.
• Temporary role with potential for permanency.
• Supportive team and career development opportunities.
• Access to the Acorn Rewards App and Employee Assistance Programme.

Interested?

Apply today with your CV, or contact Ceri Roblin at Acorn by Synergie's Head Office in Newport for more details.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.