Production Technician

Prime Appointments; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturer in Mildenhall is seeking an experienced Production Technician to maintain and improve machinery in their Lathe and Assembly departments. The role offers a competitive salary of £27,000 to £35,000 per annum, alongside opportunities for overtime and shift premiums. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical aptitude and previous experience in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

On-the-job training

Free on-site parking

Enhanced career progression

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with multispindle lathes or automated assembly machines.
• Ability to work within ISO 9001:2015 standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and repairing multispindle lathe machines.
• Diagnosing faults related to machine wear and product quality.
• Providing training and support for new and existing team members.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Fault diagnosis

Process improvement

Job description

A well-established manufacturer in Mildenhall, Suffolk, is expanding its operations and is on the lookout for a skilled Production Technician to join their team. In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for maintaining and improving machinery across both the Lathe and Assembly departments. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced production environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership and contribute meaningfully to a growing business.

What's the pay & hours?

Offering a competitive starting salary ranging from 27,000 to 35,000 per annum, based on your experience. Enjoy regular opportunities for overtime at enhanced rates and some of the region's most attractive shift premiums. Both AM and PM shifts are available, with a standard 40-hour workweek.

Production Technician Duties?

• Maintaining and repairing multispindle lathe machines and automated assembly equipment
• Diagnosing faults related to machine wear and product quality
• Assisting with machine operation to support production output when needed
• Investigating and implementing process improvements and cost-saving measures
• Providing training and support for new and existing team members
• Using maintenance software to log and complete tasks

Who are we looking for?
The ideal candidate will:

• Have 2-5+ years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, preferably 24/7 or shift-based
• Possess a strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with multispindle lathes or automated assembly machines
• Be self-motivated, disciplined, and a great team player
• Have experience working within ISO 9001:2015 standards
• Be willing to provide weekend engineering cover on a rotational basis

What are the benefits?

• Competitive hourly rate with overtime opportunities & shift premiums
• On-the-job training and opportunities for skill development
• Free on-site parking
• Enhanced career progression opportunities as the company expands

If you're interested in immediate Production Technician opportunities for a Manufacturing Company in the Mildenhall, Suffolk area, please apply now. For any further inquiries about this role, please get in touch with Appointments.