PERMANENT JOBS AVAILABLE IN TELFORD - 8 x TECHNICAL OPERATOR
We are looking for up to 8 experienced Technical Operators to join a long standing food production business in Telford (Shropshire) working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (rotating 12 hour days and nights).
We are looking for people who live within a 25 mile radius of Telford, Shropshire, the starting salary is just over £35,000 per annum, initially rising to just under £41,500 per annum, and then finally increase to just over £45,500 per annum once fully signed off and trained.
This will be a 2 stage interview process, with the first stage consisting of a numeracy and literacy assessment on site in Telford, Shropshire.
These roles would be a great fit for someone who has previously worked as a Production Technician, Manufacturing Technician, Machine Operator Operator, Process Operator, Skilled Machine Operator, Machine Setter or Skilled Machinist within a production/manufacturing facility.
What You Will Do:
Lead a production line with machine operators, helping deliver reliable performance.
Take ownership of line efficiency and quality, ensuring smooth running at all times.
Stay hands-on with the machinery by spotting potential faults early and solving problems to prevent downtime.
Drive continuous improvement and support refining processes to boost productivity.
Support production activities through start-ups and changeovers, following standard operating procedures.
Ensure full compliance with Food Safety, Quality, and Health & Safety standards.
What You Will Bring:
A strong technical mindset and a genuine interest in machinery, automation, and process improvement.
Confidence troubleshooting, taking action when issues arise, and escalating when specialist support is needed.
A flexible team approach, with clear communication and a willingness to challenge ideas constructively.
The ability to follow procedures accurately while maintaining a consistent focus on performance.
Ideally, experience within the food or processing industry, although this is not essential; motivation and learning ability are key.
The Technical Operator role is central to this company's goals in delivering outstanding production outcomes. By supporting automated manufacturing, strengthening continuous improvement, and ensuring strict adherence to Food Safety, Quality and Health & Safety, the work you do directly helps maintain high standards across every stage of production. The team thrives on Determination, Quality, Integrity and Teamwork, making it a genuinely values-led environment where improvement is encouraged and contributions are noticed.
Location:
This Technical Operator role is based in Telford.
Interested?:
If the Technical Operator role sounds like the next step for our career in FMCG production, apply now and take the opportunity to grow with a team focused on progress, precision and performance.
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