Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician II - Temporary (6-Month Contract) | Birmingham | £13.53 p/h | Immediate Start

The Assignment

We have an immediate requirement for a Manufacturing Technician II to join a leading organisation within the medical diagnostics and life sciences sector based in Birmingham.

This is a 6-month temporary contract supporting the manufacture of innovative diagnostic products used worldwide. Working within a busy Operations team, you'll play a key role in ensuring products are manufactured to the highest standards of quality, compliance, and efficiency.

The assignment is expected to run for 6 months, with the potential for extension.

What the Work Involves

Working as part of a fast-paced manufacturing team, your duties will include:

• Managing your own workload against a published production plan.
• Ensuring materials and inventory are available and accurately transacted to complete assigned work.
• Operating and maintaining designated equipment, manufacturing areas, or processes.
• Completing production activities in line with quality and compliance requirements.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and supporting process enhancements.
• Taking ownership of your work to ensure tasks are completed accurately and right first time.
• Supporting additional operational activities as required.

Hours, Shifts & Pay

Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday, 07:00-15:30

Pay Rate: £13.53 per hour

Pay Frequency: Weekly

Holiday Pay: Accrued in line with agency regulations

What We Need From You

• Minimum 1 year of experience within a manufacturing, production, operations, laboratory, or similar environment.
• Strong quality and compliance mindset.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• IT literate, including experience using Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Ability to learn new processes and follow detailed instructions.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
• Comfortable working independently and performing under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Good technical aptitude and confidence working with machinery or manufacturing equipment.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working within a cGMP-regulated environment.
• Previous inventory management experience.
• Exposure to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Skills

• Strong quality and compliance mindset in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical competence with machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and meet deadlines under pressure.

Ready to Start?

Apply now and a member of our team will be in touch within 1 working day.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of their right to work in the UK and satisfactory references prior to placement.