Manufacturing Technician II

Location: Birmingham
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00am - 4:30pm
Pay Rate: £13.53 per hour
Contract: 12-Month Temporary Assignment

Manufacturing Technician Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Technician II to join a busy and innovative manufacturing team in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a laboratory and production environment, supporting the manufacture of diagnostic products used worldwide.

We're looking for someone who is organised, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently while maintaining high quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your workload against daily and weekly production plans.
• Ensure materials and inventory are available to complete manufacturing activities.
• Carry out scheduled tasks within designated production areas.
• Support the manufacture and testing of product components.
• Assist in routine team training activities where required.
• Complete production and testing activities accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality guidelines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the department.

Candidate Requirements

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
• At least one year of relevant manufacturing, laboratory, production, or similar experience is desirable.
• Previous laboratory experience is preferred.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Comfortable following detailed instructions and procedures.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Good communication and record-keeping abilities.
• Basic mathematical skills and understanding of measurements.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Working Environment

This role is based within a manufacturing and laboratory setting and may involve:

• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Handling materials, solutions, and chemicals safely.
• Following health, safety, and quality procedures at all times.
• Lifting items up to 20kg when required.
• Occasional overtime, including weekends, to support operational needs.

What's on Offer?

• £13.53 per hour.
• Monday to Friday days role.
• 12-month assignment with an immediate start available.
• Full-time hours (40 hours per week).
• Opportunity to gain experience within a recognised scientific and manufacturing environment.
• Supportive team and ongoing training opportunities.

If you have experience working within a manufacturing, laboratory, production, or quality-focused environment and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered.