Production Technician Engineer

Production Technician EngineerA Production Technician Engineer to serve the packhouse and processing unit with graded product of the correct quality whilst running/maintaining the grading facility, staff and associated processes

Moulton, PE12 6PP
32000

YEAR

A Production Technician Engineer to serve the packhouse and processing unit with graded product of the correct quality whilst running/maintaining the grading facility, staff and associated processes

• Carry out and document start up checks, changeovers (including organic transitions), and cleaning to prevent cross-contamination.
• Calibrate and maintain NIR graders, cameras (including Q-EYE), weigh cells, and related equipment.
• Act as first point of contact for grader breakdowns and coordinate repairs with Engineering.
• Monitor grading line productivity and product quality, escalating issues where targets are not met.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and support root cause analysis of breakdowns.
• Perform quality control inspections and ensure compliance with internal and customer standards.
• Clean, inspect, and replace grader components (beds, blades, NIR cups, screens), maintaining accurate records.
• Ensure correct use of grading screens and organise repairs when required.
• Maintain high housekeeping, labelling, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
• Support staff performance, identify training needs, and ensure correct use of the internal system.
• Assist with post-grading processes such as foaming and venting in coordination with the Stock Controller.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in grading operations.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment of frequent change is beneficial.
• Previous experience of supervising a team.
• Ability to prioritise workload as the working situation develops.
• Proactive approach to work as they will need to meet targets to ensure minimum downtime.
• Keen eye for detail when conducting checks on machinery and processing paperwork.
• Analytical mind and be able to troubleshoot problems.

We are dedicated to investing in our people by providing ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career growth. Our commitment is to create a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive workplace where every employee is respected and valued.

In addition to a competitive salary and pension, we offer:

• Sick pay
• Canteen
• Company events
• Free on-site parking

If you are looking to make your mark and grow with a company that values it's employees, we'd love to hear from you!