Production/Factory Technician
* Full Time, Monday to Friday
* Based in Erith/Belvedere border
* Annual Salary: £25,000-£31,000 dependent on skills & experience
* Plus 20% shift allowance
* Hours: 13:00-22:00 Monday to Thursday, 13:00-20:45 Friday
* Progression opportunities.
About Us
Meridian Technical Services, based in Erith, is a busy and growing factory and part of a global Group with 18 sites around the world. Specialising in fire suppression cylinders. We are looking for pro-active hands-on people to join our team of Technicians.
Job Description
As a Factory Technician, you'll work in a busy, hands-on environment operating machinery, inspecting products, and assisting with the movement and processing of large gas cylinders. No prior industry experience is required — full training will be provided.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate cylinder processing and filling machinery
* Perform inspection and quality control tasks
* Paint spray cylinders in our in-house paint shop
* Assist with yard work and manual handling of cylinders (typically 5ft tall, 20kg+)
* Load/unload cylinders using trollies, stillages, and forklift trucks (training provided)
What We're Looking For
* Experience using basic tools or machinery (workplace, education, or hobbies)
* Ability to follow processes and identify irregularities
* Good communication and teamwork skills
* Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling tasks
Benefits
* Full training provided — no prior industry experience needed
* 20% shift allowance on top of base salary
* Opportunities for career development and progression
* Permanent, full-time role with a stable, growing company
Apply today to join a supportive team and build a long-term career in a global business
Working hours
* Mon-Thursday: 13:00-22:00 (45 min break)
* Friday: 13:00-20:45 (45 min break)
Benefits include
* Private Healthcare for all Employees and immediate family
* Monthly Bonus based on company performance
* 33 days holiday including bank holidays
* Enhanced Employer Pension contributions
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Tech Spend Scheme
* Long Service Awards
* Free Car parking available on-site
* Free tea/coffee/drinks/fruit
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,000.00-£31,000.00 per year plus 20% shift allowance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £27,000.00-£31,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person