Technical Operator

Technical Operator Food production and manufacturing companyDay shifts: 4 on / 4 off, 7am - 7pm HRGO are looking for a hands-on, mechanically minded person who works great under pressure. To join a we4ll know food manufacturing company as a Technical Operative - first responder to line stops, completing first-line mechanical fixes, changeovers and PPM support to keep production running safely and on plan.Key duties: line set-up/run fault finding/repairs changeovers PPM support HACCP/GMP checks CI/waste reduction training operators. You''ll need: mechanical maintenance experience (confident strip/rebuild) breakdown response ideally NVQ 2/3 or HND food safety/HACCP awareness comfortable with OEE/downtime KPIs.Duties: Set up and run production/packaging lines to standard; monitor performance against targetsComplete changeovers, running adjustments, and support material/cleaning planning to maximise uptimeCarry out first-line mechanical fault finding and repairs, plus routine checks and basic troubleshootingSupport PPM with Engineering and escalate complex electrical/mechanical issues appropriatelyComplete quality checks and records; ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, hygiene and HandSSupport CI/lean activity, reduce waste, and help train/coach operators Requirements: Strong ownership: drives issues to full resolution (across shifts/teams)Clear thinking under pressure; curious, practical, and "first principles" problem-solving mindsetMechanical maintenance experience ..... full job details .....