Asset Care Technician - Night Shift
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Asset Care Technician – Join Branston’s Production Team
Branston is seeking an Asset Care Technician on night shiftto take full responsibility for one of our most critical production lines. This is a hands-on role where you’ll oversee the performance of our Celox machine and washline, ensuring safe, efficient operations while maintaining exceptional quality standards. You will also be responsible for managing a small team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for data-driven decision making, crop utilisation, and team development, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
Shift Pattern
C Shift: Sunday to Thursday
Hours: 18.00 – Finish (normally 03.00)
Your Role
As the Asset Care Technician on nights, you will lead all shift operations within the washline, with a strong focus on understanding, optimising, and owning the performance of the Celox system and data flow.
Washline & Celox Ownership
Take full operational ownership of the Celox machine and washline
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure optimal efficiency
Manage and interpret data control systems to drive performance improvements
Analyse data trending to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and improve output
Take accountability for crop utilisation, ensuring maximum yield and minimal loss
Shift Operations & Planning
Ensure pre-shift checks are completed and escalate issues promptly
Allocate labour effectively, including coordination with agencies
Communicate shift readiness and updates to Production, Planning, and Technical teams
Monitor attendance, manage absence trends, and conduct RTW interviews
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and support team members to achieve high performance
Support new starters through onboarding and probation
Conduct 1:1s, performance reviews, and development planning
Ensure all team members are fully trained and meet technical standards
Partner with HR on employee relations and investigations
Process Ownership & Quality
Own washline processes, combining hands-on inspection with data insight
Identify mechanical or system variances and work with Engineering to resolve
Collaborate with QA to maintain quality standards and GMP compliance
Enforce strict adherence to safety, hygiene, and PPE requirements
Performance & Continuous Improvement
Track and report on productivity, efficiency, and quality metrics through SIC
Use data insights and trend analysis to drive continuous improvement
Foster a culture of accountability and performance excellence
Identify and implement best practices across the washline operation
Skills & Experience
Proven leadership experience
Confident working with data systems and Excel
Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment
Strong understanding of process optimisation and performance metrics
Ability to coach, mentor, and develop high-performing teams
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Commitment to health, safety, and GMP standards
Benefits
Company bonus scheme (up to 7.5%)
Enhanced pension contributions
Private Health Insurance
Life Assurance & critical illness cover
Onsite Parking
Free fruit & potatoes
Electric salary sacrifice car scheme
Flu vaccines
Refer a friend scheme
Ready to Lead?
If you’re a hands-on leader who understands the power of data, machinery, and people working together, this is your chance to take ownership and drive real results.
Join Branston and help us deliver excellence—every shift