Trainee Machine Technician

Job Title:

Trainee Machine Technician

Location:

Leicester

Shift: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday

Pay Rate: £21.21 to £14.00 per hour depending on experience

• Full training and development
• A stable role within an established manufacturing business
• Supportive team environment
• Clear career progression opportunities

A long-established UK manufacturer, operating from their Leicester site and backed by the strength and stability of a global packaging group. They design and produce high-quality packaging components used across a wide range of industries.

Our client are looking to recruit a Trainee Machine Technician to join their engineering team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is ideally suited to a school leaver who has completed an NVQ in Performing Manufacturing Operations or Mechanical/Electrical Engineering and is looking to build a long-term career in engineering.

You will work alongside experienced Maintenance Engineers, learning how to maintain, service, and support production machinery.

Full training will be provided, but a good attitude, reliability, and a genuine interest in engineering are essential.

• Assist with and progressively take responsibility for planned and preventative maintenance of manufacturing machinery
• Support the engineering team with breakdown response and fault-finding (primarily electrical and some mechanical)
• Carry out routine inspections to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently
• Learn to diagnose faults and help implement corrective actions
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Follow all health, safety, and quality procedures at all times
• Support continuous improvement activities within the engineering and production teams

• NVQ (or equivalent) in Performing Manufacturing Operations, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• Strong interest in engineering and manufacturing
• Willingness to learn and take instruction
• Good timekeeping and a reliable work ethic
• Basic understanding of health and safety in a manufacturing environment

To apply for the Trainee Machine Technician position, click Apply Now and upload your CV. A member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss your application and next steps.