Mechanical Technician

Job Description:

Position: Mechanical Technician
Location: Nuneaton
Salary: Up to £37,000 
Shift: Monday–Friday, 2pm–10pm
Benefits: 12% pension (6% employer matched), 4x death in service cover, 24 days holiday 1 day per year of service ( option to buy 5 more), career progression, development opportunities.


Mechanical Technician Overview:
Hands-on role operating and maintaining high-speed food manufacturing equipment (packaging lines, seasoning systems, conveyors, filling machines). Ensure smooth, efficient, and safe production with a strong focus on quality and performance.

Mechanical Technician Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor machinery to meet production targets and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot technical issues to reduce downtime.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on equipment.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Training teams.
• Suggest and implement process improvements.
• Use digital tools (e.g., Redzone) to track production and report issues.

Mechanical Technician Experience & Skills:

• Background in technical or mechanical engineering roles.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Good attention to detail and adaptability.
• Confident communicator with basic computer literacy.

For more information on the Mechanical Technician and other Technical Engineering positions contact Ewan Smyth at Stirling Warrington.