Production Technician - Nights

Vibe Recruit; Curbridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibe Recruit partners with a global manufacturing leader to recruit Production Operatives / Technicians for night shifts. The role covers end-to-end production across manufacturing, quality, and warehouse ops, ensuring products meet high standards.

Night shift: 7pm–7am, 4 on 4 off. £17.10 per hour. Full training provided and clear progression opportunities within a GMP/regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, production, or lab environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes accurately.
• Comfortable working with data systems and automated machinery.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Good understanding of health & safety practices (COSHH/EHS).
• Team player with strong communication skills and a reliable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated manufacturing equipment.
• Support production from printing to packaging.
• Follow SOPs and quality guidelines.
• Input and manage production data and batch records.
• Weigh, measure and prepare raw materials.
• Carry out quality inspections (visual and instrument-based).
• Support inventory control and warehouse activities.
• Assist with product testing, sampling and analysis.
• Maintain 5S/6S housekeeping and safety compliance.
• Work with Engineering, Quality, and Technical teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Data systems

Problem solving

COSHH/EHS

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Vibe Recruit are working in partnership with a leading global manufacturing business to recruit Production Operatives / Technicians to join their growing team on the night shift

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly regulated, fast-paced production environment, supporting the manufacture of innovative products used in medical and diagnostic settings.

The Role

You’ll play a key part in the end-to-end production process, working across manufacturing, quality, and warehouse operations to ensure products are delivered to the highest standards.

Working hours - Nights 4 on 4 off 7pm-7am

Pay £17.10 per hour - monthly

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating and monitoring automated manufacturing equipment
• Supporting production from printing through to packaging
• Following strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality guidelines
• Accurately inputting and managing production data and batch records
• Weighing, measuring, and preparing raw materials
• Carrying out visual and instrument-based quality inspections
• Supporting inventory control and warehouse activities (FIFO, stock handling, shipping)
• Assisting with product testing, sampling, and analysis
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping (5S/6S) and safety compliance
• Working closely with Engineering, Quality, and Technical teams to resolve issues

What We're Looking For

• Experience in manufacturing, production, or lab-based environments (preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes accurately
• Comfortable working with data systems and automated machinery
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
• Good understanding of health & safety (COSHH/EHS) practices
• Team player with strong communication skills and a reliable work ethic

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a global, industry-leading organisation
• Full training provided with clear progression opportunities
• Structured environment with a strong focus on quality and safety
• Competitive salary and shift allowances (where applicable)