Production Technician

Our animal health client has an opportunity for a Production Technician to join its team. This is a hands-on role that would suit a recent graduate, or someone experienced looking to work at a lab tech level. This role work on a shift basis as detailed below. Due to the location of the site, you must have your own transport to get to site.

Job Title:

Production Technician

Location:

Berkshire

Salary: £20k- £22k

Job Summary:

Perform manufacturing and packaging operations in compliance with established procedures, safety standards, and productivity goals. Ensure adherence to quality guidelines, including GMP and hygiene requirements. Actively contribute to process improvements and maintain a well-organized, safe work environment.

Working Hours:

-           30 hrs per week

Monday to Wednesday 07:30 to 18:00

Off Thursday to Wednesday (including)

Thursday to Saturday 07:30 to 18:00

Off Sunday

Monday to Wednesday 07:30 to 18:00

Key Responsibilities:

Production Management:

Execute      production plans while maintaining high-quality standards.

Identify      and escalate issues that cannot be resolved independently.

Continuously      monitor and improve workflows, ensuring efficient order completion.
Cost & Budget Control:

Adhere      to designated operational time standards.

Identify      and communicate the need for new equipment when necessary.
Regulatory Compliance & Safety:

Assist      in drafting and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Ensure      adherence to all regulatory standards (environment, quality, safety, GMP,      and cost).

Conduct      In-Process Controls (IPC), including environmental monitoring and logbook      documentation.

Complete      batch reports and raise alerts for any deviations or safety concerns.
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement:

Participate      in internal and external training programs.

Engage      in regular performance discussions with supervisors.

Suggest      and implement short-term process improvements.

Conduct      process confirmations as outlined by planning functions.
Equipment Maintenance:

Perform      first-level maintenance and changeovers, ensuring machines remain in      optimal condition.

Escalate      any mechanical issues or deviations promptly.
Project Involvement:

Contribute      to site and department projects, including continuous improvement      initiatives.
Team Collaboration & Leadership:

Share      best practices with colleagues and contribute to SOP updates.

Train      and mentor temporary workers and junior operators.

Take      ownership of personal development by identifying training needs and skill      enhancement opportunities.
Qualifications &

Experience:

Preferably      a degree in a science-related field.

Prior      experience in manufacturing or production is advantageous.
Technical

Skills:

Basic      knowledge of mechanical systems and production technologies.

Understanding      of raw materials, quality control, and production workflows.

Familiarity      with business planning and resource coordination principles.

Awareness      of regulatory compliance standards.

Proficiency      in IT tools supporting production operations.

Exposure      to lean manufacturing methodologies.

Understanding      of budget constraints and performance monitoring tools.

Ability      to contribute to and manage small-scale projects effectively.

Core Competencies:

Accountability      & Drive:
Maintain accuracy in work and      demonstrate ownership through KPI tracking.

Influencing      & Communication:
Clearly convey information, support team      ideas, and assist with process changes.

Collaboration      & Empathy:
Actively participate in team      discussions, share knowledge, and respect others’ input.

Personal      Growth & Development:
Seek feedback and embrace opportunities      for learning.

Problem-Solving      & Adaptability:
Demonstrate flexibility and a proactive      approach to continuous improvement.

Customer      Focus:
Ensure that all needs and requests are      met with professionalism and efficiency.

This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic production environment, fostering growth and efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry standards