Production Technicians
| Posting date: | 20 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,733 to £43,486 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | TF3 3BH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Jonathan Lee Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 71168-1114 |
Summary
PRODUCTION TECHNICIANS NEEDED IN TELFORD, SHROPSHIRE!!!
Are you looking for a permanent job in the Telford area, and have you previously worked in the Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Packaging, FMCG, Print, Pharmaceutical or Manufacturing industry?
Due to significant growth, business investment and 2 new production lines being installed last year, we are looking for 10 Production Technicians to join a food manufacturing business in Telford on a permanent basis.
The hiring manager is looking for someone that lives within a 25 mile radius of Telford (Shropshire).
You will be working on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (rotating 12 hour days and nights shifts), the starting salary is just over £33,733 per annum, initially rising to just under £39,500 per annum, and then finally increase to just under £43,500 per annum once fully signed off and trained.
This will be a 2 stage interview process, with the first stage consisting of a numeracy and literacy assessment on site in Telford, Shropshire.
These roles would be a great fit for someone who has previously worked as a Manufacturing Technician, Senior Operator, Skilled Operator, Technical Operator, Process Operator, Skilled Machine Operator, Machine Setter or Skilled Machinist within a production/manufacturing facility.
What You Will Do:
• Take ownership of the production line's performance, ensuring it runs efficiently and smoothly.
• Lead a team of machine operators, training them and driving performance to achieve targets.
• Spot potential faults, investigate issues, and problem-solve to prevent downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement by supporting and refining processes to boost productivity.
• Ensure 100% compliance with Food Safety, Quality, and Health & Safety standards.
• Operate the line according to standard operating procedures, including start-ups and changeovers.
What You Will Bring:
• A minimum of 3 years experience running machinery and being able to fault find and capture data.
• A strong technical mindset and a passion for working with machinery.
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment, ideally within the food or processing industry.
• Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to take action to ensure delivery.
• A flexible and enthusiastic approach, thriving under pressure and within a team.
• A drive for continuous improvement and a keen interest in learning new techniques and technologies.
This role is pivotal to the company's goals of maintaining exceptional production standards and pushing the boundaries of innovation. The company values determination, quality, integrity, and teamwork, and they are looking for individuals who align with these principles to contribute to their continued success.
Location:
The role is based in the Stafford Park area of Telford (Shropshire).
Interested?:
If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge as a Production Technician and make a real impact, don't wait-apply today to join a company that values your skills and ambition!
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