Technical Production Operator
| Posting date: | 05 March 2025 |
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| Salary: | £33,000 to £36,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 April 2025 |
| Location: | de7 4pn |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Staffline |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | MCB-TECH-DER-36959 |
Summary
• 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 mike.butler@omegaresource.co.uk 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.