Technical Operator Location: Coventry area Salary: £37,000 per annum Hours: Monday–Friday, PM Shift Contract: Permanent | Full-time Industry: Food Manufacturing A large, well-established food manufacturing business in the Coventry area is expanding its engineering function and is looking to appoint a Technical Operator. This role acts as the key bridge between Production and Engineering, helping keep lines running safely, efficiently, and to quality standards Key responsibilities * Provide first-line maintenance in response to machinery breakdowns, escalating to Engineering when required. * Liaise closely with Production and Engineering on Continuous Improvement (CI) projects, contributing ideas and actions that reduce downtime and waste. * Complete basic adjustments, changeovers and condition checks to maintain asset performance. * Carry out routine checks/first-line PPM tasks and update records (e.g., CMMS). * Communicate clearly across shifts and departments, ensuring smooth handovers and collaborative problem solving. * Adhere to H&S, food safety, and GMP standards at all times. What we’re looking for * Experience in a fast-paced FMCG/food or manufacturing environment in a Technical Operator/Line Technician/Multiskilled Operative role. * Solid hands-on skills with mechanical/electrical first-line fault finding and the safe use of tools. * Ability to read and follow work instructions/SOPs; CMMS familiarity is a plus. * CI mindset (e.g., 5S, basic Lean tools) and a proactive, collaborative approach. * Strong communicator who can build relationships across Production and Engineering. Click Apply Now with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps