Planning, Process and Production Technicians
25AI USED FOR25%moving to70%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£23,000 - £28,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Planning, Process and Production Technicians
Planning, process, and production technicians play a vital role in the manufacturing sector, ensuring that products are produced efficiently, on time, and to the highest quality standards. In the UK, their expertise not only drives operational success but also contributes to the nation's economic growth and innovation in various industries.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI is already used for some of this job, but the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior TechnicianAs a Junior Technician, you will assist in the planning and monitoring of production processes, gaining valuable experience in the field.£23,000 - £28,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level TechnicianIn this role, you will take on more responsibility, including developing production plans and leading small teams.£30,000 - £36,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior TechnicianAs a Senior Technician, you will oversee production operations, implement strategic improvements, and mentor junior staff.£40,000+
Apprenticeship listings for this career → (June 2026 snapshot; check closing dates on the official service)
The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Astronautics and Space EngineeringThe University of Surrey · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£41,500 median
🎓Electrical & Electronic EngineeringColeg Sir Gar · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Electronic Engineering with a Year in IndustryRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£35,000 median
🎓Mechanical and Offshore EngineeringRobert Gordon University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
🎓Mechanical EngineeringThe University of Bath · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is an apprenticeship route into this career. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Degree subjects that lead this way
Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.
Music TechnologyLeeds Beckett University · DegreeAstronautics and Space EngineeringThe University of Surrey · DegreeElectrical & Electronic EngineeringColeg Sir Gar · DegreeElectronic Engineering with a Year in IndustryRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · DegreeMechanical and Offshore EngineeringRobert Gordon University · DegreeMechanical EngineeringThe University of Bath · Degree