Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician II - Contract | Birmingham | £13.53 p/h | Immediate Start

Location: Birmingham
Contract: Temporary - 6 months
Hours: Monday-Friday, 07:00-15:30 (40 hours per week)
Pay Rate: £13.53 per hour
Salary Equivalent: £28,142.40
Overtime: Available
Workplace: Onsite
Start Date: ASAP

The Assignment

We have an immediate requirement for a Manufacturing Technician II to join our clients Protein Diagnostics Division in Birmingham. You'll be part of a skilled operations team responsible for producing world‑leading diagnostic products used globally.

This is a 6‑month temporary assignment covering a replacement requirement, with the opportunity to gain valuable experience within a highly regulated life sciences and medical diagnostics environment.

What the Work Involves

Working as part of a dedicated manufacturing team, your duties will include:

Independently managing your workload against a published production plan
Managing inventory to ensure materials are available and accurately transacted
Owning and performing scheduled activities for designated equipment or areas
Ensuring all work is completed right first time with a strong quality focus
Proactively identifying and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Adhering to site health, safety, and quality procedures at all times

Hours, Shifts & Pay

Shift pattern: Days only, Monday-Friday, 07:00-15:30
Pay rate: £13.53 per hour
Pay frequency: Weekly
Overtime: Available
Holiday pay: Accrued and paid in line with statutory requirements

What We Need From You

Minimum 1 year' s experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, or laboratory environment
Strong quality and compliance mindset in a fast‑paced setting
Technically competent and comfortable working with machinery or equipment
Able to work independently, manage priorities, and perform under pressure
Good verbal and written communication skills
IT literate, particularly Microsoft Office and Excel
Ability to learn and follow written procedures and instructions
Right to work in the UK - documentation required prior to startPreferred experience (not essential):

Experience working in a cGMP or regulated environment
Previous workload or production plan management experience

Culture & Work Environment

Workplace: Onsite manufacturing facility
PPE: Fully provided
Environment: Clean, regulated, professional manufacturing setting

Ready to Start?

Apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch within one working day. Applications are being reviewed immediately.

Please note: successful candidates will be required to provide proof of right to work and references prior to placement