Temporary

Manufacturing Technician

Manpower UK
Birmingham, B4 7UH
money-bag Up to £13.81 per hour
Posted: 24 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 22 August 2026
Ref: BBBH444175

Manufacturing Technician II - Temporary | Birmingham | £13.81 p/h | Immediate Start

The Assignment

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

This is a 6-month temporary assignment supporting a busy Quality Control Testing team within a manufacturing laboratory environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring products meet quality standards through testing, data verification and equipment support activities.

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

What the Work Involves

Working as part of a laboratory-based manufacturing team, your duties will include:

- Performing QC testing of components and finished products using automated analytical equipment
- Managing inventory and ensuring materials are available to support planned activities
- Carrying out data checking, process verification and accurate documentation activities
- Operating within SOPs while supporting equipment, laboratory and continuous improvement activities

Hours, Shifts andamp; Pay

Shift pattern: Days only, Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30
Pay rate: £13.81 p/h
Pay frequency: Weekly
Holiday pay: Accrued and paid weekly
Overtime: Available

What We Need From You

- Previous experience working within a laboratory environment (essential)
- GCSE-level education or equivalent; a relevant scientific degree would be advantageous
- Experience following SOPs and working within controlled processes
- Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel and digital documentation systems
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to completing work right first time
- Able to work safely with chemicals and laboratory materials while following PPE requirements
- Comfortable with manual handling tasks, including lifting items up to 20kg where required
- Flexibility to support overtime, including occasional weekends, when business needs require it
- Right to work in the UK - documentation will be required before start

Ready to Start£

Apply now and a member of our team will be in touch within 1 working day. We''re processing applications quickly for this opportunity due to the immediate requirement.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of right to work and references prior to placement. A standard background screening process may also be required before commencement. PPE and laboratory gowning requirements will apply within the working environment.

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

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