Manufacturing Technician - Edgebanding 0600am - 1400pm

Manufacturing Technician – Edgebanding 0600am – 1400pm

We are currently recruiting for 2 Manufacturing Technicians to join our team at Swift Group within our Edgebanding department.

Opportunity

These roles will be responsible for the application or removal of materials on furniture, including the manual handling of large parts to and from required areas, working with adhesives and materials under COSHH regulations.

The ideal candidate will be a good all-rounder who has some experience in the Caravan/Motorhome or similar industry or be willing to learn. We are looking for somebody who is committed, dedicated and focused on achieving results at the highest standard. Although experience of working in the Caravan/Motorhome industry is preferred we will consider applications from other industries providing you can demonstrate the right skills.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform operator self‑inspection on parts and assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications and report any defects or malfunctions.
• Read and interpret production work orders, SOPs and technical drawings.
• Follow standardised work instructions and participate in continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, Lean Manufacturing).
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and identification of parts and tools.
• Maintain a clean and organised workstation in accordance with safety and housekeeping standards.
• Participate in daily team meetings to review targets, safety concerns, and improvement opportunities.
• Operate equipment or machinery as needed if suitably trained, such as edging machines and trimmers.
• Ensure production targets are met working to schedule and timescales.
• Read and understand drawings when producing products.
• Deliver high standard of work to ensure quality targets are met.
• Communicate effectively with team members and leaders and work collaboratively with all stakeholders in the business.
• Attend additional training when needed.
• Adhere to Swift Group policies and procedures and be an advocate and champion our EPIC Core Values.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Experience is preferred but not mandatory as training will be given.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast‑paced and physically demanding manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail skills with a commitment to achieve excellent quality products.
• Have the ability to read and understand technical documents, drawings and instructions.
• Be respectful, confident and flexible in line with our EPIC Core Values.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team.
• Be driven to succeed and be willing to ask for help when needed.
• Be familiar with using hand/power tools.
• Must be able to deliver consistently under pressure.
• Willingness to work overtime when required to meet targets.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing