Technical Operator

Job Description:

Technical Operator
Location: Coventry area
Salary: £37,000 per annum
Hours: Monday–Friday, PM Shift
Contract: Permanent | Full-time
Industry: Food Manufacturing

A large, well-established food manufacturing business in the Coventry area is expanding its engineering function and is looking to appoint a Technical Operator. This role acts as the key bridge between Production and Engineering, helping keep lines running safely, efficiently, and to quality standards

Key responsibilities

• Provide first-line maintenance in response to machinery breakdowns, escalating to Engineering when required.
• Liaise closely with Production and Engineering on Continuous Improvement (CI) projects, contributing ideas and actions that reduce downtime and waste.
• Complete basic adjustments, changeovers and condition checks to maintain asset performance.
• Carry out routine checks/first-line PPM tasks and update records (e.g., CMMS).
• Communicate clearly across shifts and departments, ensuring smooth handovers and collaborative problem solving.
• Adhere to H&S, food safety, and GMP standards at all times.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a fast-paced FMCG/food or manufacturing environment in a Technical Operator/Line Technician/Multiskilled Operative role.
• Solid hands-on skills with mechanical/electrical first-line fault finding and the safe use of tools.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions/SOPs; CMMS familiarity is a plus.
• CI mindset (e.g., 5S, basic Lean tools) and a proactive, collaborative approach.
• Strong communicator who can build relationships across Production and Engineering.

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