Posted on March 5th, 2025
- Job Title: Technical Production Operator
- Client: Global Manufacturing Compnay
- Job Type: Permanent
- Location Derby area, good access M1
- Job Reward: £33 – 36k plus premium Overtime, Healthcare, Bonus
- Working pattern: Continental with 18 days off on the shift pattern
- Join a Global Market Leader & Build Your Career!
Are you a hands-on production problem solver with a knack for mechanics and a passion for making things run smoothly?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where every day brings a new challenge?
- Responsible for ensuring the smooth running of production lines in a factory site environment. Their job combines machine operation, technical troubleshooting, and process improvement to maintain efficiency, quality, and safety in manufacturing.
- Our client, a global leader in manufacturing, is on the hunt for Technical Manufacturing Operators to join their world-class production team. This is your chance to work in a cutting-edge facility, ensuring the smooth operation of medium and high-speed production lines that manufacture quality materials for product application.
Your Role - Technical Production Operator
As a Technical Operator / Production Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the production line runs smoothly and efficiently. Your main responsibilities include
- Maintain, operate, and improve manufacturing processes
- Carrying out machine changeovers and tooling adjustments
- Driving OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and production performance
- Ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational procedures
- Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement
- Operating Machinery that process, convert and make materials
- Running automated or semi-automated machines
- Adjusting machine settings to maintain product quality
- Monitoring performance to ensure smooth operation
- Diagnosing and fixing minor mechanical or technical faults
- Reporting more complex issues to the engineering team
- Line Changeovers & Setups
- Switching production lines for different products
- Adjusting tooling and settings to match specifications
- Ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency
- Checking finished products for defects
- Ensuring all processes meet health, safety, and quality standards
- Recording data on performance and quality.
- Continuous Improvement: Identifying areas to improve speed, efficiency, and waste reduction
Role Requirements & Skills - Technical Production Operator
- Experience in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment (Manufacturing, automotive, chemicals, or similar)
- Strong mechanical aptitude – hands-on with machines and equipment
- A problem-solver who thrives in a dynamic, ever-changing environment
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in engineering/mechanics is a plus
- Mechanically minded individuals who enjoy hands-on work.
- Problem solvers who can think quickly on their feet.
- Team players who can communicate with operators, engineers, and supervisors.
What’s on Offer – Technical Production Operator
- Work with state-of-the-art machinery in a modern, high-tech factory
- Opportunity to lead a small technical team and drive efficiency
- Hands-on role with real responsibility – perfect for those who love problem-solving
- Career growth opportunities in a global company
- Competitive salary + excellent benefits package
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re looking for a hands-on technical role in a global business with career progression, we want to hear from you! Apply today to [email protected] or call 01132123519 and kick-start your manufacturing career with a world-class company.
Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
