Production Technician Nights

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Production Technician to join their growing team in Mildenhall, Suffolk. This role offers a competitive salary and the chance to work in a dynamic environment where you can take ownership of key manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment, diagnosing faults, and implementing process improvements. With opportunities for overtime and career progression, this position is perfect for self-motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced setting. Join a team that values innovation and quality in manufacturing!

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Free on-site parking

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with multispindle lathes or automated assembly machines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair multispindle lathe machines and automated assembly equipment.
• Diagnose faults related to machine wear and product quality.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Fault Diagnosis

Process Improvement

Team Collaboration

Maintenance Software

Tools

Multispindle Lathes

Automated Assembly Machines

ISO 9001:2015 Standards

Job description

A long-established manufacturer in Mildenhall, Suffolk, is growing its team to meet increased production demand. They're seeking a skilled Production Technician to support and optimise manufacturing equipment across Lathe and Assembly operations. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of key processes in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

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 Nights 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.