Production Line Technician

Scantec Personnel Limited; Harlow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG Food Manufacturing company in Harlow is seeking skilled Production Operators / Line Technicians to join their rapidly growing team. The ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience operating production machinery in a similar environment. The role includes monitoring production equipment, performing maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The company offers extensive training and opportunities for career progression, alongside a competitive benefits package including 25 days of holiday.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Extensive training

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar food or FMCG production role.
• Proficiency in operating and working with production/packing machinery.
• Willingness to learn and receive training.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production line equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on machinery.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues.
• Conduct line changeovers according to production schedules.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Record and report equipment performance and maintenance.
• Collaborate with teams to implement process improvements.
• Support root cause analysis for recurring issues.

Skills

Operating production machinery

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Scantec Recruitment are working in partnership with a fantastic FMCG Food Manufacturing business based in Harlow. We're assisting them in recruiting Production Operators / Line Technicians for their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a new business who are investing heavily and rapidly growing the business. They can offer genuine career development and progression.

For this role we're seeking Manufacturing / Line Technicians, with min 2 years experience in operating and working on production / packing machinery within a similar Food or FMCG or manufacturing background, such as food or packaging manufacturing, print or similar. You’ll need to be willing to learn, have excellent communication skills and attention to detail. On-going, extensive training will be given.

Hours / Shifts: Monday to Friday – 41.25 hours PW. Rotating early & late shift pattern – 06:00–14:15 / 14:00–22:15 Overtime is available Fantastic benefits including 25 days + BH's

Summary of core responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor production line equipment to maintain optimal performance.
• Perform routine maintenance, adjustments, and minor repairs on machinery.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and automation issues promptly.
• Conduct line changeovers and setups according to production schedules.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and hygiene standards at all times.
• Record and report equipment performance, downtime, and maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to implement process improvements.
• Support root cause analysis for recurring technical issues.

Please contact us now to find out more and set-up an interview.