Mechanical Machine Technician in Kidderminster

Job DescriptionMechanical Machine Technician\n

Location: Kidderminster
Salary: £25,000 - £32,000 + Benefits
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Department: Production

\n \nThe Company\n

Our client is a well-established manufacturing business based in Kidderminster. Due to continued growth and investment, they are seeking a Mechanical Machine Technician to support production operations, maintenance, and continuous improvement within their factory.

\n \nThe Role\n

As a Mechanical Machine Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring machinery is safe, well-maintained, and optimised for performance. Working closely with the Production Manager, you will also help supervise and motivate the factory team, driving efficiency and quality across operations.

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This hands-on role is ideal for a mechanically minded professional who thrives in a busy production environment and enjoys a mix of technical maintenance, machine tuning, and team leadership.

\n \nKey Responsibilities\n

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  Ensure all machinery is safe, compliant, and maintained effectively

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  Carry out and continuously improve preventative maintenance schedules (PPM)

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  Tune tufting machinery to maximise quality, run rates, and reliability

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  Support the Production Manager in supervising and motivating shop floor staff

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  Set and monitor performance targets, ensuring labour is fully utilised

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  Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and help roll out new processes

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  Monitor, record, and reduce waste through improved methods of working

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  Learn Wilton loom tuning and become competent in issue resolution within 2 years

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  Lead the back shift when required, ensuring quality and adherence to production plans

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  Support wider maintenance activity including facilities management and compliance testing

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\n \nSkills & Experience\n

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  Strong mechanical knowledge and hands-on machine maintenance skills

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  Experience in a manufacturing or production environment

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  Ability to follow safe systems of work and promote a safety-first culture

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  Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach

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  Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate teams

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  Willingness to develop skills (e.g., Wilton loom tuning, first aid, fire warden training)

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\n \nWhy Apply?\n

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  Opportunity to develop technical and leadership skills in a growing business

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  Varied role combining machine maintenance, tuning, and people leadership

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  Supportive team culture with a focus on safety, quality, and improvement

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  Competitive salary and benefits package

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\n \nTo Apply\n

If you're an experienced technician with strong mechanical skills and a passion for improving production performance, apply today with your CV.