Manufacturing Technician (Continental Shifts)

Brett Martin is a firmly established global business, manufacturing an ever-growing range of plastic and building products. Due to continuous growth and investment, we are seeking to recruit a number of new Manufacturing Technicians (Trainee Technical Operators), who will have the opportunity to join an exciting and innovative workplace, working with state-of-the-art machinery and equipment. As a Manufacturing Technician (Continental Shifts) at Brett Martin, you will work: 12-hour continental shifts (rotating days and nights) Average of 40.25 hours per week 7 out of every 14 days / nights £16.01 per hour inclusive of shift premium Salary of £ 33,516 inclusive of shift premium About The Role Main purpose: To carry out required tasks and duties on production lines, including ancillary equipment and machinery to ensure that production materials, processes and finished products conform to standards and specifications.. Main tasks and duties To ensure that production materials are supplied to machines in conformance with specification; To set-up, start-up and control production machinery and ancillary equipment as required by the department; To ensure that the production process is maintained in accordance with the required quality standards; To ensure that finished products conform to pre-determined standards and specifications; To deal with non-conforming materials, processes and products in accordance with Company procedures; To ensure that adequate standards of safety, housekeeping and cleanliness are applied and maintained in the workplace; To participate in training and improvement activities and to train others as required; Responsible for the allocation of Operators to machines / duties to ensure that all required work is carried out on their shift in the absence of a Team Leader; To be willing and capable to learn new and established processes and procedures within given time-scales as required by the Production Manager; To ensure that all output and product output sheets are completed on their shift and that any problems relating to scrap or downtime are clearly documented. Full job description is available to download from the advert. Required Criteria A minimum of 2 years experience in a technical / mechanical role Recent experience operating production machinery Previous experience in setting up machinery in line with specifications Previous experience in problem solving and troubleshooting Be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of performance targets Desired Criteria A technical qualification in mechanical or production engineering Familiarity with plastics processing and extrusion experience Experience of TPM preferably in a continuous processing environment Have experience of shift work (including nights and weekends) Skills Needed Managing Quality, Problem Solving, Quality Control, General Housekeeping Skills, Forklift handling About The Company At Brett Martin, youll join a workplace where our teams have created a positive working and learning environment. We have career pathways for everyone, whether youre looking for a specific office role or would like to work hands-on with products. No matter which area of the business you join, youll find plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and develop a rewarding career. Company Culture Brett Martin, established in 1958, is a leading independent manufacturing company based in Northern Ireland, employing around 1,000 people across its UK sites. With a head office in Mallusk, Co. Antrim, it specializes in plastic sheets, roof light systems, and plumbing and drainage products. Known for its commitment to investment in technology, sustainability, innovation, and employee development, Brett Martin is a top Northern Ireland employer. The company boasts a turnover of £195 million, 50% of export sales to over 70 countries, and 25% of its operations are sustainably powered. Company Benefits Brett Martin offers a comprehensive range of rewards and benefits to its employees. The company is committed to safeguarding the health, safety, and wellbeing of its staff by providing life assurance, safety wear, HR support, and free car parking. In terms of pay and benefits, employees enjoy competitive salaries, profit-related pay, uniform allowance, and an employer contributory pension scheme. Brett Martin also invests in the development of its employees through access to training courses, progression opportunities, and travel experiences. The company fosters a positive working environment with charity and fun day events, team building initiatives, service-linked holidays, and suggestion scheme rewards. Retirement plan and/or pension, Free parking, Cycle to work, Open office, Life insurance, Long service recognition, Wellbeing Scheme, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Annual Rise, Profit Share, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Annual performance review, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Long service awards, Service recognition increases to annual leave, Staff celebration events Salary £16.01 per hour Skills: Managing Quality Problem Solving Quality Control General Housekeeping Skil Forklift handling Benefits: Retirement plan and/or pension Free parking Cycle to work Open office Life insurance Long service recognition