Production Technician Metallised & Brazed Assemblies

Morgan Advanced Materials; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advanced materials company in Rugby is seeking a Production Technician to support manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include root cause analysis, process improvements, and collaboration with engineers. Ideal candidates will have manufacturing experience and an engineering qualification. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainability and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• A recognised engineering qualification (ONC level or above).
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings and technical processes.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Supporting production with root cause analysis and structured problem solving.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to boost quality and reduce lead times.
• Assisting in new product introductions and first article builds.
• Reviewing and improving SOPs, routings, and BOMs.
• Working closely with engineers, apprentices, and operations teams.
• Maintaining a high standard of safety and compliance.

Skills

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Recognised engineering qualification (ONC level or above)

Job description

Overview

Production Technician – Metallised & Brazed AssembliesRugby, Warwickshire |

Full-time, Permanent, On-site

Join a global leader in advanced materials. At Morgan Advanced Materials, we use cutting-edge ceramics and carbon technologies to tackle tough industrial challenges—and we’re looking for a Production Technician to join our high-performing team in Rugby.

In this hands-on role, you’ll play a key part in supporting our Metallising Value Stream—working closely with engineers and operations to improve manufacturing quality, efficiency, and processes. You’ll be involved in root cause analysis, problem solving, process improvements, new product introductions, and technical support on our metallised and brazed ceramic assemblies.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting production with root cause analysis and structured problem solving

• Identifying and implementing process improvements to boost quality and reduce lead times

• Assisting in new product introductions (NPIs) and first article builds

• Reviewing and improving SOPs, routings, and BOMs

• Working closely with engineers, apprentices, and operations teams

• Maintaining a high standard of safety and compliance at all times

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment

• A recognised engineering qualification (ONC level or above)

• Solid understanding of engineering drawings and technical processes

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

• A proactive, continuous improvement mindset

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a well-established, forward-thinking organisation that’s committed to sustainability, safety, and innovation.

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.

We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.

The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.

Key Figures:Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer Ind-1