Technical OperatorBased near Skipton, North YorkshireHighly regulated manufacturing environment£35,000 plus regular overtimeHours are 6.00am - 4.15pm and 4.00pm to 2.00am Monday to Thursday (4 day week)Are you an experienced Technical Operator with a passion for precision, problem-solving, and continuous improvement? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and take pride in delivering high-quality products? If so, we want to hear from you!What You'll Be Doing:As a Technical Operator, you'll play a key role in our client's production team, ensuring maximum efficiency and quality across a variety of manufacturing machines, including Coating Machines, Conversion Machines, and Mixing Operations. Your day-to-day will involve:• Machine Setup & Operation - Taking ownership of machine setup and ensuring smooth operation.• Problem-Solving & Efficiency - Troubleshooting issues, generating ideas to reduce waste, and improving overall efficiency.• Health & Safety First - Always working to the highest safety standards, following company policies, and looking out for the well-being of yourself and your team.• Continuous Improvement - Getting involved in projects like 5S, waste reduction, and change-over improvements to keep things running at peak performance.• Training & Development - Helping to onboard and support less experienced colleagues as they grow in the role.What We're Looking For:We're after someone with a strong technical mindset, hands-on experience, and the ability to work independently while being a great team player. Ideally, you'll have:• 5+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment involving machine operation, setup, and troubleshooting.• A formal apprenticeship or technical qualifications (HND/HNC preferred) however proven experience is very much welcome.• A solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement techniques.The ability to read and follow work instructions, safety guidelines, and testing procedures with accuracy.• A proactive attitude-someone who can prioritise tasks, solve problems, and take initiative when needed.• Industry background is less important than having the right mindset.Why apply to this Technical Operator role:This is an opportunity to be part of a high-performing team in a growing company that values innovation, efficiency, and collaboration. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, drive improvements, and develop your skills, we'd love to hear from you!Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here.

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