Production Technicians

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Priorslee Village; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking Production Technicians for a food manufacturing company in Telford, Shropshire. This role offers a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, with a salary starting over £33,733, rising to £41,000. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical mindset and experience in fast-paced production environments. Apply for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to advance your career.

Qualifications

• Strong technical mindset and passion for working with machinery.
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment, preferably in food.
• Proactive with a focus on delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Own a production line's performance ensuring efficiency.
• Lead and train a team of machine operators.
• Identify and solve technical issues to minimize downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement and compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Technical mindset

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Experience in food processing

Job description

Overview

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?

We are hiring 8 Production Technicians to join a food manufacturing business in Telford on a permanent basis due to an increase in production and two new production lines being installed this year.

Location

The role is based in Telford, Shropshire.

Shift Pattern and Salary

These roles operate on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (12 hour days and nights). The starting salary is just over £33,733 per annum, rising to just under £37,500 per annum, and then to just over £41,000 per annum once fully signed off and trained.

Requirements

The hiring manager is looking for candidates living within a 25-mile radius of Telford, Shropshire. The recruitment process includes a two-stage interview, with the first stage consisting of a numeracy and literacy assessment on site in Telford.

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 offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge production lines in a company that values determination, quality, integrity, and teamwork, with opportunities for growth and development.

How to Apply

If you're ready to step into a challenging and rewarding role as a Production Technician, apply now and take the first step towards advancing your career in a thriving industry.

Note: 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. To ensure your CV is processed effectively, please include your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum).