Average Production Technician salary in the UK

Job Role: Production Technician Location: Wolverhampton Shift: Rotating 4on / 4 off shift pattern Pay Rate: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum Benefits: Health & Lift insurance, Overtime, Training available, Health Cash Plan, brand new machinery, Regular pay reviews, Tech Scheme. The Company: A well-established food manufacturing company who recently expanded and are looking for a Production Technician to support with a 2-shift system. The Candidate: Must have experience working with and fixing different types of automated machinery.Previous experience working with food machinery preferred but not essential.Must be enthusiastic, and willing to learn new techniques & technologies, and drive for improvements, and lean manufacturing.Take ownership of the production line to make sure it's running smoothly, and efficiently. The Production Technician Responsibilities: Maintain, fix, and operate automated, and packaging processing machinery.Running different lines to operating standards, and perform line change overs, and start-ups for different orders, and customers.Ensure compliance with Food Safety, Quality, and Health & Safety Standards.Running different lines to operating standard procedures, The apply for the Production Technician position, please click the button below and one of our consultants will be in touch.

Production Technician - PermanentMonday to Friday –Day or back shifts available (no rotation)Salary: £28,300 per annum (£14.50 per hour) Overall Purpose: As a Production Technician, you will be responsible for the efficient operation and monitoring of fluid-based manufacturing processes. This role is essential to ensuring high-quality outputs and smooth production through equipment oversight, safety adherence, and process optimisation.  Key Responsibilities:  Operate and monitor process equipment, including pumps and valves, to regulate fluid flow within production systems.Mix raw materials to produce finished fluid products according to specific formulations.Carry out routine sampling and quality checks to confirm product compliance with internal standards and customer specifications.Conduct checks on filters and systems, reporting faults or irregularities to maintenance teams promptly.Follow safety procedures rigorously to ensure a secure working environment for yourself and others.Accurately record process data, equipment readings, and production metrics for traceability and analysis.Work closely with colleagues and other departments to ensure streamlined production and problem-solving.  Skills & Competencies Required:  Previous production experience is preferred however full training is provided.Ability to meet tight deadlines.Effective self-organisation and prioritisation.Proficiency in basic computer use.Clear and confident communicator (written and verbal).Commitment to customer service and product quality.Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing priorities.

A family run business based in Bicester are looking for a Production Technician to join their team. Working in a 'clean room environment’ you must be self-motivated to complete your tasks and work well within a team. Hours of work will consist of 7 ½ hours per day between the hours of 10:00am- 18:00pm Monday to Friday. Duties of the role: Follow instructions to manufacture suppliesCorrectly load and set cycles for machinerySet up required equipment.Pick product to fulfil orders.Maintain clean work areas and equipmentComplete quality control checksAssist with other duties including printing and lifting You must: Be willing to learn new skillsWork well within a team being flexible and responsibleHave excellent standards of hygiene and cleanlinessDemonstrate accuracy and a keen eye for detailDisplay good numeracy, and literacy skills Be able to lift heavy boxes Previous experience working in a "clean" production environment is advantageous. It must also be noted that due to working in the Clean Room environment no makeup, nail varnish or false nails, piercings or jewellery are permitted. If you meet any of the criteria above please apply today. Multiple roles are available. K2 Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.