Production Technician

A Safe; Halifax; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A safety solutions company based in the UK is looking for a skilled Production Technician to optimize injection moulding machines and extrusion lines. Candidates should possess extensive experience in injection moulding, be able to interpret technical drawings, and maintain a high standard of health and safety. The role includes hands-on responsibilities like tool changes and QA checks, offering competitive benefits like a subsidized gym and enhanced parental pay. Join a family-owned business dedicated to innovation and quality.

Benefits

Subsidised on-site gym

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and NICU pay

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Guaranteed time off during summer holidays and Christmas

Cycle to work scheme

Long service rewards

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Extensive injection moulding or extrusion process experience required.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings is essential.
• Must be happy to work on a shift basis.

Responsibilities

• Set up and closely monitor injection moulding machines.
• Conduct injection mould tool changes safely and efficiently.
• Complete and submit accurate production and performance documentation.

Skills

Injection moulding process experience

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Troubleshooting extrusion and moulding faults

Understanding of Health & Safety

6 Axis robot programming

Job description

Overview

As a Production Technician, you will set up, run and optimise our injection moulding machines and extrusion lines, carry out tool changes, and complete first‑line maintenance to keep production running smoothly. You will complete QA checks, troubleshoot faults, and keep standards high through strong 5S and housekeeping. If you enjoy problem‑solving, working to SOPs and making a visible impact on output and quality, this is for you.

Responsibilities

• Set up and closely monitor injection moulding machines, making sure every component meets the required quality standards.
• Take responsibility for starting up extrusion lines and keeping processes on track in line with SOPs.
• Continually optimise moulding and extrusion processes, always working within agreed procedures.
• Conduct injection mould tool changes safely and efficiently to support smooth production.
• Keep machinery and tools in good working order through minor reactive maintenance, including oil levels and cleanliness.
• Carry out initial QA/QC checks using gauges and equipment, interpret the results, and take corrective action when needed.
• Maintain a strong safety culture by consistently following Health & Safety guidelines.
• Complete and submit accurate production and performance documentation in line with SOP requirements.
• Support a clean, organised and efficient workplace by upholding 5S standards and high levels of housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Extensive injection moulding or extrusion process experience.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Able to identify and interpret the cause of extrusion & moulding faults.
• Happy to work on a shift basis.
• An understanding of manufacturing control.
• A clear understanding of Health & Safety in the workplace.
• Experience with 6 Axis robot programming.

Company Story

Our story started in 1984, when A‑SAFE set out to solve real workplace safety problems with better, more innovative products. Today, our solutions protect people, assets and operations for brands globally. We remain a family‑owned business, built on strong values and long‑term relationships. If you want to know what we stand for, you can learn more about our story and values. Our HQ in Elland, Halifax, is home to cutting‑edge manufacturing technology and modern offices that reflect the quality of what we do. You can take a virtual look around with our 3D tour. A‑SAFE has grown organically over the years and now supports more than 6,000 customers across 50 countries. We are proud to work with global names such as Amazon, Coca Cola and BMW. You can explore more of our Customer Success Stories here.

Benefits

• A subsidised on‑site gym, available for all colleagues. Including a state‑of‑the‑art facility, such as a kitchen, shower rooms and a breakout room, including a pool table.
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and NICU pay.
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to buy more.
• Guaranteed time off during summer holidays and Christmas.
• Year‑long shift plan confirmed early for easier planning at home and work.
• Cycle to work scheme, Specsavers vouchers, long service rewards, EAP.