Production / Manufacturing Technician (4 on 4 off - Days & Nights)
Site-based role commutable from Telford, Shrewsbury, Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Market Drayton, Newport, Whitchurch, Ironbridge and Broseley
£35,300 + Weekly Pay + Overtime ( + Structured Technical Training + Career Progression + Pension + Health Cash Plan + Life Assurance + Tech Schemes + 4 Weeks Holiday + Bank Holidays + Pay Increase After Training
Are you a hands-on individual looking to build a long-term career as a Production / Manufacturing Technician within a highly automated manufacturing environment?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturer that is committed to developing its people through structured technical training, hands-on learning, and clearly defined progression routes. Whether you have experience in manufacturing, engineering, logistics, automotive, military, agricultural, or another practical environment, full training will be provided to develop your technical capabilities.
Working within a modern production facility, you will be trained to operate, monitor, adjust, and troubleshoot advanced manufacturing equipment while ensuring quality, efficiency, and safety standards are maintained. You will play a key role in supporting production performance, identifying issues, and helping to keep operations running smoothly.
The company has a strong track record of investing in its employees and promoting from within, offering clear progression opportunities through a structured development programme.
Employees can progress to Level 2 (£39,452) and Level 3 (£43,489), increasing both their technical responsibilities and earning potential.
The Role
1. Operate and monitor automated manufacturing and production equipment
2. Carry out machine set-ups, changeovers, and routine operational adjustments
3. Assist with fault finding and troubleshooting to minimise downtime
4. Perform quality checks and ensure products meet specification standards
5. Support continuous improvement initiatives across the production process
6. Work collaboratively within a skilled production and engineering team
7. 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern covering days and nights
The Person
8. Keen to develop technical and mechanical skills
9. Practical, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail
10. Ability to identify and solve problems in a production environment
11. Positive attitude and willingness to learn
12. Strong team player with a proactive work ethic
13. Previous experience within manufacturing, production, engineering, logistics, automotive, military, construction, or similar environments is advantageous but not essential