Production Technician

Aqumen Recruitment; Goole; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in food ingredients is seeking a motivated Production Technician to join their team in Goole. The ideal candidate will have experience in a production environment, strong mechanical skills, and a commitment to safety and hygiene. Join an innovative company that values career development and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Bupa private healthcare

Company pension scheme

17 days annual leave

Annual bonus (non-contractual)

Qualifications

• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment, preferably food industry.
• Strong mechanical or maintenance skills required.
• Ability to supervise and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage production processes including tank farm intake and dispatch.
• Supervise contractors during night/weekend shifts.
• Ensure safety and compliance in the working environment.

Skills

Production experience

Safety awareness

Mechanical skills

Reliability

Communication

Job description

We're Hiring: Production Technician

Location: Goole
Salary: £35147.83
Benefits: Bupa healthcare | Company pension 5% Employer, 5% employee | 17 days annual leave| Annual Bonus (non-contractual)
Shift Work | Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Department: Operations

Join a global leader in food ingredients and help power the future of food!

Our client, a respected name in the food manufacturing industry, is seeking a hands-on, motivated, and responsible Production Technician to join their high-performing team in Goole and keep operations running smoothly, safely, and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of the production team, you’ll:

• Operate and manage key production processes including tank farm intake and dispatch

• Oversee melt room operations to ensure customer requirements are met

• Carry out essential maintenance, filter runs, and routine in-process analysis

• Supervise contractors and team members, acting as the senior decision-maker during night/weekend shifts

• Ensure a clean, safe, and compliant working environment at all times

• Order consumables and chemicals needed for continuous operations

• Support and manage your shift team with leadership, guidance, and professionalism

What We’re Looking For

We want someone who is:

• Experienced in a production or manufacturing environment (food industry preferred)

• Safety-first and hygiene-conscious – food safety is non-negotiable

• Technically savvy with strong mechanical or maintenance skills

• Reliable and proactive – ready to step in, solve problems, and lead by example

• Flexible with shift patterns and willing to provide cover when needed

• A strong communicator who can supervise and motivate others

Why Join Our Client?

• Be part of a purpose-driven company with a global footprint

• Work in a team where safety, sustainability, and innovation are top priorities

• Receive full training, development support, and career growth opportunities

• Enjoy top-tier benefits:

  • Bupa private healthcare

  • Company pension scheme

  • 17 days annual leave

  • Competitive salary of £35147.83

The role would ideally suit a technically or mechanically minded individual looking to develop a career within the Food Industry.

If you feel that you have the skills to take on this challenging opportunity, then apply today.

Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.