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Technical Operator

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 33,650 - 33,650 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

Technical Operator 

Food production and manufacturing company

Day 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 targets
Complete changeovers, running adjustments, and support material/cleaning planning to maximise uptime
Carry out first-line mechanical fault finding and repairs, plus routine checks and basic troubleshooting
Support PPM with Engineering and escalate complex electrical/mechanical issues appropriately
Complete quality checks and records; ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, hygiene and H&S
Support 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 mindset
Mechanical maintenance experience (strip-down/rebuild, repair and adjust production machinery)
Proven experience in a similar line technician or maintenance role within a FMCG OR high-speed manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations in a production setting.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
A collaborative and supportive working environment.
The chance to be part of a committed team dedicated to delivering high-quality products

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