Production Technician


Company 

SPEQ Recruitment

Location 

Plymouth

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

£36,600 Per Annum

Job Requirements/Description

We are seeking a Production Technician to join the manufacturing team, focusing on technical and processing activities, including running machinery, equipment maintenance, and fault finding.

Working Hours:

  • Shift: 11 AM - 11 PM (3 days on / 3 days off)

Key Responsibilities

  • Attend to electro-mechanical faults, diagnosing and repairing issues promptly to meet production targets.
  • Conduct Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and refurbish offline machinery and ancillaries.
  • Ensure all manufacturing equipment operates according to Quality Control specifications and standards, maintaining acceptable quality and waste levels.
  • Adhere to statutory legislation and quality system requirements for process changes and equipment modifications.
  • Monitor in-process quality to address issues and prevent product holds.
  • Ensure all equipment and processes comply with Quality Control, Health & Safety, and Environmental legislation and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with Operational, Engineering, and Quality Control teams to drive continuous improvement (e.g., SSU, 5S, CIAS, Near Miss).
  • Maintain equipment following scheduled plans to minimize downtime and keep within repair and spare part budgets.
  • Support engineering in the installation and validation of new equipment and ensure a smooth transfer to production.
  • Actively participate in team meetings and project teams as needed.
  • Ensure timely and accurate data entry into SAP.
  • Cover operational responsibilities such as:
    • Operating production machinery
    • Assembling products
    • Performing quality checks
    • Handling pallet release duties

Requirements:

  • Qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering (e.g., C&G, HND) or a time-served apprenticeship.
  • Experience in high-volume, highly automated manufacturing environments.
  • Proven experience in maintenance and fault finding.
  • Methodical, organized, and self-motivated, with strong safety awareness of electrical, compressed air, and pressurized systems.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

If you enjoy working as a team player in a manufacturing environment we want to hear from you!

Company 

SPEQ Recruitment

Location 

Plymouth

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

£36,600 Per Annum

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