Production Technicians

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Priorslee Village; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking Production Technicians for a food manufacturing business in Telford, Shropshire. The role involves leading production lines, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and problem-solving. Candidates should have experience in a fast-paced production environment. The position offers a starting salary over £33,733, rising to nearly £43,500 upon completion of training.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced production environment, ideally within the food or processing industry.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving with a focus on delivering results.
• Desire to learn new techniques and embrace continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a production line's performance.
• Lead a team of machine operators, providing training and guidance.
• Identify potential faults and solve problems to minimize downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Technical mindset

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Experience in fast-paced production

Job description

PRODUCTION TECHNICIANS NEEDED IN TELFORD, SHROPSHIRE!!!

Do you have experience working with the Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, FMCG or the Manufacturing Industry, and are you looking for a new permanent job to start ASAP?!

Due to an increase within production and 2 new production lines being installed this year, we are looking for 5 Production Technicians to join a food manufacturing business in Telford on a permanent basis.

These jobs will be working on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (12 hour days and nights shifts), the starting salary is just over £33,733 per annum, initially rising to just under £39,500 per annum, and then finally increase to just under £43,500 per annum once fully signed off and trained.

The hiring manager is looking for someone who lives within a 25-mile radius of Telford, Shropshire.

This will be a 2 stage interview process, with the first stage consisting of a numeracy and literacy assessment on site in Telford, Shropshire.

These roles would be a great fit for someone who has previously worked as a Manufacturing Technician, Senior Operator, Skilled Operator, Technical Operator, Process Operator, Skilled Machine Operator, Machine Setter or Skilled Machinist within a production/manufacturing facility.

What You Will Do:

• Take ownership of a production line's performance, ensuring it operates efficiently and smoothly at all times.
• Lead a team of machine operators, providing training, guidance, and driving performance to meet targets.
• Identify potential faults, investigate technical issues, and solve problems to minimise downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, refining processes to boost productivity and operational standards.
• Ensure full compliance with Food Safety, Quality, and Health & Safety standards.
• Perform start-ups, changeovers, and run the production line according to standard operating procedures.

What You Will Bring:

• A strong technical mindset and a passion for working with machinery.
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment, ideally within the food or processing industry.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with a focus on delivering results.
• A desire to learn new techniques and embrace continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and challenge when necessary.

This role is an incredible opportunity to work with cutting-edge production lines and contribute to a company that values determination, quality, integrity, and teamwork. You'll be part of a business that's constantly pushing boundaries and investing in its people, offering a platform for growth and development.

Location:

The role is based in Telford, Shropshire.

Interested?:

If you're ready to step into a challenging and rewarding role as a **Production Technician**, don't miss this opportunity! Apply now and take the first step towards advancing your career in a thriving industry.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.