Technical Operator - Nights

Technical Operator/Machine Technician - NIGHTS
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £34,262.41
Hours: 4 on 4 off, 12-hour shifts 1800hrs – 0600am

Our client, a key player in the FMCG sector, is seeking an experienced and driven Technical Operator to join their busy production facility in Doncaster. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your mechanical and electrical expertise to a thriving business while developing your skills across a range of cutting-edge technologies.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and technical support of bespoke automated machinery. You’ll play a critical part in maintaining production efficiency, ensuring product quality, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Duties

• Operate specialised machinery for cleaning trays in a high-paced production environment
• Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet company standards
• Perform both technical and general cleaning of equipment
• Carry out repairs and refurbishments of machine components
• Preventative and reactive maintenance of automated production lines
• Maintain tools, workshop cleanliness, and overall housekeeping
• Support the business with shift cover during holidays or absences
• Collaborate effectively across shifts and teams to ensure smooth operations
• Communicate with external software support to assist with machine issues
• Support and train colleagues where needed
• Actively contribute to productivity improvements
• Uphold all health and safety standards and procedures

The Candidate

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar machine technician/technical operator role desired
• Mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience
• Pneumatics knowledge
• Confident reading diagrams, technical manuals, and fault-finding to component level
• Strong IT and analytical skills
• Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities
• Flexible approach with a willingness to develop professionally