Manufacturing Technician II

Location: Birmingham (Onsite)

Pay Rate: £13.53 per hour (£28,142.40 per annum equivalent)

Work Pattern: Days, Monday to Friday (Choice of 07:00–15:30 or 07:30–16:00)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Contract Duration: 9 Months

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician II to join a passionate operational team supporting world-leading diagnostic products in Birmingham.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring scheduled activities are carried out accurately and high-quality standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage your daily workload against a published manufacturing plan.
• Monitor and manage material inventory to ensure stock is available and correctly transacted for assigned work.
• Operate, maintain, and own scheduled activities for designated laboratory equipment, work areas, or functions.
• Perform routine data collection and process-checking activities to ensure quality compliance.
• Proactively identify and assist with implementing process improvement initiatives across the department.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: GCSE level education with at least 1 year of relevant experience, OR a degree in a relevant life science subject.
• Experience: Essential hands-on experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Skills: Strong digital literacy (including MS Excel), accurate documentation skills, and the ability to strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Technical Aptitude: Basic mathematical skills and a practical knowledge of units of measurement.
• Physical & Environmental: Comfortable handling chemical solutions, following strict chemical hygiene standards, and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Ability to lift up to 20 kg as required by essential functions.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work short-notice overtime (including occasional weekends) to support department needs when required.

How to Apply

If you have the required laboratory experience and are ready for a new contract opportunity, please apply with your updated CV today!