Production Technician

Travail Employment Group; Brompton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Gillingham is seeking an experienced Production Technician to maintain and troubleshoot production machinery. Ideal candidates will have a mechanical background and problem-solving skills. This permanent position offers a salary range of £34,000 to £36,000 per annum and various benefits, including 33 days of holiday and a pension.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Pension

Employee welfare scheme

Canteen

Car parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an engineering environment or a similar role.
• Good knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatic.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Set, adjust and maintain bespoke production machinery.
• Fault find on production machinery to ensure smooth running.
• Liaise with management regarding production schedules.
• Work with production staff to resolve technical issues.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Understanding of hydraulics

Understanding of pneumatics

Problem-solving abilities

Strong communication skills

Job description

Production Technician

Salary: £34,000 to £36,000 per annum.

Benefits include 33 days holiday, pension, employee welfare scheme, canteen and car parking. Permanent position – Mon to Fri, 7am to 4.30pm (11am on Fri), based in Gillingham, Kent.

Role Overview

Our client, a leading manufacturer of stainless steel products for various industries, is seeking a Production Technician/Engineer to join their team. Reporting to the Operations Manager and working as part of a team, this role is suited to someone with a strong mechanical background and aptitude.

Duties

• Set, adjust and maintain bespoke production machinery used for cutting, forming and assembling metal parts
• Fault find on production machinery to ensure smooth running
• Liaise with management regarding production schedules
• Work with production staff to resolve technical and setting issues, including liaising with toolroom and maintenance departments

Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in an engineering environment or a similar role
• Good knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatic, coupled with good mechanical knowledgeStrong problem‑solving abilities and ability to work autonomously within a team environment
• Working to ISO9001 standards
• Strong communication skills

In return the successful Production Technician / Engineer will be joining a successful and market‑leading organisation as they undergo a sustained period of growth and offer future development and progression.

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