Production Technician

Production Technical Operator

Location: Oxfordshire

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive

About the Role

An innovative advanced manufacturing organisation is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Production Technical Operator to join its growing production team. The company develops and manufactures high-value technology products for a range of specialist industries and operates within a clean, precision-controlled manufacturing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in advanced manufacturing. Full training will be provided, making this role suitable for candidates with little or no direct experience, although previous manufacturing or technical experience would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will support production operations, quality control activities, product testing, inspection, assembly, and packaging processes while contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

* Operate and monitor specialised production equipment following established procedures and work instructions.
* Support manufacturing processes within a controlled production environment.
* Conduct product inspections and quality checks using a range of testing and measurement techniques.
* Carry out product assembly, preparation, and packaging activities as required.
* Assist in maintaining production targets, efficiency, and quality standards.
* Follow cleanroom, health & safety, and operational protocols.
* Record production data accurately and complete required documentation.
* Support equipment performance monitoring and report any issues to relevant teams.
* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and process optimisation activities.
* Contribute to internal quality audits and compliance activities.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues across production, quality, and engineering teams.

Essential Skills & Attributes

* Experience working within a manufacturing, production, assembly, or technical environment is desirable.
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
* Reliable, organised, and capable of taking ownership of assigned tasks.
* Comfortable carrying out repetitive tasks while maintaining high standards.
* Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Basic computer literacy.
* Interest in technology, engineering, manufacturing, or related industries.

Qualifications

* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics, Science, or a related subject are desirable.
* Relevant technical, engineering, manufacturing, or vocational qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential.

What We Offer

* Full training and ongoing development opportunities.
* Supportive team environment.
* Opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing technologies.
* Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and interested in developing a career within advanced manufacturing and technology, we would welcome your application.

If this role is of interest to you, please call (phone number removed) and ask for Scott or Adam.

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