Asset Care Technician

Asset Care Technician
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Asset Care Technician – Join Branston's Production Team

Branston is seeking an Asset Care Technician to take full responsibility for one of our most critical production lines. This is a hands-on role where you'll oversee the performance of our Celox machine and washline , ensuring safe, efficient operations while maintaining exceptional quality standards. You will also be responsible for managing a small team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for data-driven decision making, crop utilisation, and team development , this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Shift Pattern

B Shift: 06:30am to finish

Week 1: Thursday, Friday & Saturday

Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday

Your Role

As the Asset Care Technician , you will lead all shift operations within the washline, with a strong focus on understanding, optimising, and owning the performance of the Celox system and data flow .

Washline & Celox Ownership

• Take full operational ownership of the Celox machine and washline
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure optimal efficiency
• Manage and interpret data control systems to drive performance improvements
• Analyse data trending to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and improve output
• Take accountability for crop utilisation , ensuring maximum yield and minimal loss

Shift Operations & Planning

• Ensure pre-shift checks are completed and escalate issues promptly
• Allocate labour effectively, including coordination with agencies
• Communicate shift readiness and updates to Production, Planning, and Technical teams
• Monitor attendance, manage absence trends, and conduct RTW interviews

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and support team members to achieve high performance
• Support new starters through onboarding and probation
• Conduct 1:1s, performance reviews, and development planning
• Ensure all team members are fully trained and meet technical standards
• Partner with HR on employee relations and investigations

Process Ownership & Quality

• Own washline processes, combining hands-on inspection with data insight
• Identify mechanical or system variances and work with Engineering to resolve
• Collaborate with QA to maintain quality standards and GMP compliance
• Enforce strict adherence to safety, hygiene, and PPE requirements

Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Track and report on productivity, efficiency, and quality metrics through SIC
• Use data insights and trend analysis to drive continuous improvement
• Foster a culture of accountability and performance excellence
• Identify and implement best practices across the washline operation

Skills & Experience

• Proven leadership experience
• Confident working with data systems and Excel
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment
• Strong understanding of process optimisation and performance metrics
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Commitment to health, safety, and GMP standards

Benefits

• Company bonus scheme (up to 7.5%)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Private Health Insurance
• Life Assurance & critical illness cover
• Onsite Parking
• Free fruit & potatoes
• Electric salary sacrifice car scheme
• Flu vaccines
• Refer a friend scheme

Ready to Lead?

If you're a hands-on leader who understands the power of data, machinery, and people working together , this is your chance to take ownership and drive real results.

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