Temporary

Manufacturing Technician

Manpower UK
Birmingham, B4 7UH
money-bag Up to £13.53 per hour
Posted: 03 October 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 01 November 2026
Ref: BBBH448723

About the Role

Based in Birmingham, this 12-month temporary contract offers a Manufacturing Technician up to £13.53 per hour, working Monday to Friday, 08:00 until 16:30. The successful candidate supports production of diagnostic products within a laboratory setting, managing workload against daily and weekly plans, ensuring materials and inventory remain available, and completing scheduled manufacturing tasks to strict quality standards. Applicants should be organised, detail-focused, and able to work independently. Strong communication and inventory awareness are essential, alongside the ability to follow documented procedures accurately. Full training is provided, with the role suiting someone seeking hands-on laboratory experience in a manufacturing environment.

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.

If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

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