Manufacturing Technician

Company: Hays
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Location: Horsham
Job Description:

Job Summary

You will be part of a dynamic Operations team responsible for receiving, packaging, and distributing high-quality products across ambient, refrigerated, and frozen environments. The role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to compliance standards, and a proactive approach to achieving operational targets

Location: Horsham, UK

Duration: 3 Months

Start Date: June 2026

Hours: 37.5 hours/week

Salary: £13.20 Hourly + 22% shift allowance

Shifts : Early – 6am to 2.15pm or Late – 2pm to 10.15pm

Key Responsibilities

  • Pick and pack customer orders accurately to meet business targets.
  • Receive deliveries and store inventory correctly using relevant systems.
  • Execute production orders, including setup and cleaning of equipment and workspaces.
  • Accurately complete GMP documentation within required timelines.
  • Conduct inventory checks, cycle counts, and manage waste disposal processes.
  • Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory guidelines.
  • Ensure timely delivery and service for both internal and external customers.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment.
  • Comply with cGMP, safety, and quality standards, including the use of PPE.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives (PPI Lean Process).
  • Report health & safety concerns, near misses, and incidents promptly.
  • Perform additional duties as required by line management.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to lift and handle loads up to 25kg.
  • Comfortable working in temperature-controlled environments (2°C–8°C, cold/freezer conditions).
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and numerical skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and within a team.
  • GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
  • Previous experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or operations environment preferred.
  • Desirable: Experience working in a GxP, pharmaceutical, or biological environment.

Posted: June 2nd, 2026