Production Technician

The Oval Partnership; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Edinburgh is looking for a Production Technician to operate and maintain production equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing setting, a strong awareness of health and safety, and basic mechanical skills. This role offers competitive pay, benefits, and genuine opportunities for development within a stable workplace.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Opportunities to develop and progress

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently.
• Carry out first-line maintenance and minor repairs.
• Complete quality checks and production records accurately.
• Work closely with your team to meet production and safety targets.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Experience within a manufacturing or production environment

Strong awareness of Health & Safety and quality control

Basic mechanical or technical skills

Good communication and teamwork abilities

Job description

We are working with a leading manufacturing business that's looking to recruit a Production Technician to join their growing operations team. This is a great opportunity to be part of a company that values safety, quality and continuous improvement.

The Role

As a Production Technician, you’ll be responsible for operating and maintaining production equipment to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality output. You’ll support daily production targets, complete quality checks, and help keep the site running smoothly through basic maintenance and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently
• Carry out first-line maintenance and minor repairs
• Complete quality checks and production records accurately
• Work closely with your team to meet production and safety targets
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Experience within a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety and quality control
• Basic mechanical or technical skills
• Good communication and teamwork abilities

Why Apply?

• Join a stable, forward-thinking manufacturing business
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Genuine opportunities to develop and progress

If you’re looking for your next step in manufacturing and want to join a business that values its people, apply today or get in touch for more details.