Production Technician - PPR

Sulzer; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Leeds is seeking candidates to complete assigned operations timely and safely. You will maintain a clean work area, manage resources efficiently, and support continuous improvement. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills and relevant industry experience. Competitive salary, benefits, and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Inclusion in a company-wide bonus scheme

33 days of annual leave

Defined pension contribution

Confidential support through Employee Assistance Programmes

Access to a wide range of discounts

Opportunity to apply for Costco membership

Discounted personal car leasing

Long Service Awards

Continuous learning and development

Free, secure onsite parking

Qualifications

• Relevant experience within a related industry with knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Experience completing risk assessments and following manual handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe work area in line with 5S/Lean and health & safety requirements.
• Work consistently to reduce waste in time and materials.
• Complete manufacturing records and report issues promptly to your supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Relationship management

Time management

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

Apprentice-trained or equivalent qualification

Tools

Basic PC skills

Job description

To ensure all assigned operations are completed on time and to standard, following systems and achieving targets in accordance with safe working practices. Your Main Tasks And Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe work area in line with 5S/Lean and health & safety requirements
• Work consistently to reduce waste in time and materials
• Use company tools and equipment responsibly, ensuring daily maintenance
• Complete manufacturing records and report issues promptly to your supervisor
• Participate in company improvement initiatives, audits and assist colleagues when required
• Strong communication, relationship management and time management skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing requirements
• Apprentice-trained or equivalent qualification
• Relevant experience within a related industry with knowledge of manufacturing processes, standards and health & safety requirements
• Experience completing risk assessments and following manual handling practices
• Basic PC skills
• Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
• We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
• Competitive basic salary
• Inclusion in a company-wide bonus scheme
• 33 days of annual leave
• Defined pension contribution
• Confidential support through Employee Assistance Programmes
• Access to a wide range of discounts on shopping, entertainment and lifestyle
• Opportunity to apply for Costco membership
• Discounted personal car leasing for employees, family and friends
• Long Service Awards to celebrate employee longevity
• Continuous learning and development through Sulzer Learning Pathways
• Free, secure onsite parking, including electric charging facilities