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Manufacturing Technician

Job details
Posting date: 02 December 2025
Salary: £13.81 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 09 December 2025
Location: Edgbaston, West Midlands, B15 1QT
Company: Manpower UK Limited
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: BBBH428744_1764671609

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Summary

Manufacturing Technician
Location: Birmingham
Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:30
Pay Rate: £13.81 per hour


This onsite role at the Protein Diagnostics Division in Birmingham involves supporting the manufacturing of world-leading diagnostic products. As a Manufacturing Technician II, you will be part of a dedicated operations team, ensuring product quality, equipment readiness, and smooth workflow execution.

Main Responsibilities

  • Work independently using a daily/weekly plan.
  • Manage materials and inventory needed for production.
  • Carry out scheduled tasks on equipment or assigned areas.
  • Perform basic data checks and process checks.

What We're Looking For

  • A proactive person who completes work accurately the first time.
  • Someone who can troubleshoot issues and suggest improvements.
  • Good at organising work, meeting deadlines, and following SOPs.
  • Comfortable using computers, especially Excel.

Required Experience & Education

  • GCSE level (or equivalent) and at least 1 year of lab experience,
    OR a relevant scientific degree.
  • Previous lab experience is essential.
  • Experience planning or managing workload is an advantage.

Work Environment

  • Laboratory-based role with PPE provided.
  • Handling chemicals and lifting up to 20 kg may be required.
  • Occasional short-notice overtime, including weekends.

Apply now and a member of our team will be in touch!

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