Production Operative (Laboratory)

Adecco Portugal; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A Manufacturing Technician role in Birmingham (Edgbaston) is open on a temporary 6-month contract. The position offers an hourly rate of £13.53 and requires you to manage your workload against a published plan while ensuring materials are available and production tasks are completed on schedule.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year in manufacturing or a related field, strong communication skills, and proficiency with IT tools including Microsoft Office and Excel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting, or related environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in IT, especially Microsoft Office and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Independently managing workload against a published plan.
• Overseeing inventory to ensure materials are available for tasks.
• Performing scheduled activities for designated equipment, area or function.
• Identifying and implementing improvement initiatives proactively.
• Taking ownership of work to ensure it is completed 'right first time'.
• Assisting with any other duties as reasonably required.

Skills

Quality mindset

Machinery expertise

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Manufacturing Technician

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in the dynamic field of Life Sciences? Our client, a leading organisation in the Protein Diagnostics Division, is seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Technician to join their passionate team in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to world-class diagnostic products that drive global progress!

Position Details:

• Contract Type: Temporary (6 months)
• Hourly Rate: £13.53
• Working Pattern: Full Time (Mon - Fri, 07:00 - 15:30)
• Location: Edgbaston

Key Responsibilities:

As a Manufacturing Technician, you will play a vital role in the operations team, ensuring impeccable performance and innovative ideas are at the forefront of production. Your responsibilities will include:

• Independently managing your workload against a published plan.
• Overseeing inventory to ensure materials are available for completing assigned tasks.
• Performing scheduled activities for designated equipment, area, or function.
• Identifying and implementing improvement initiatives proactively.
• Taking ownership of your work to ensure it is completed 'right first time'.
• Assisting with any other duties as reasonably required.

Requirements:

To succeed in this role, candidates should meet the following criteria:

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting, or related environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in IT, especially Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Ability to learn, understand, and carry out instructions effectively.
• Strong multitasking and prioritisation skills.

Preferred Experience:

Experience in a cGMP environment and workload management will be advantageous.

Top Skills:

• A strong quality and compliance mindset in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical competence with machinery.
• Capability to work independently and thrive under pressure.

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