Mechanic / Operations Employee

12 November 2026
100%
Permanent position
Biel

Job summary

Join Thommen Group as a Mechanic/Betriebsmitarbeiter in Biel! Enjoy a supportive work environment with great benefits.

Tasks

Maintain and repair machines to ensure operational readiness.
Oversee operations and monitor equipment performance daily.
Assist in sorting recyclables and loading/unloading trucks.

Skills

Good mechanical knowledge and SUVA-certified forklift license required.
Ability to work under pressure and stay organized.
Friendly customer interaction and careful handling of equipment.

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About the job

As a mechanic / operations employee, you support our team in Biel in daily operations. You operate and monitor systems and machines, carry out minor repairs and maintenance work, and assist with the sorting and processing of recyclable materials.

En tant que mécanicien / collaborateur d'exploitation, tu soutiens notre équipe à Bienne dans ses activités quotidiennes. Tu assures l'exploitation et la surveillance des installations et des machines, effectues de petites réparations et des travaux d'entretien, et participes au tri et au traitement des matières recyclables.

This is what you do...

Maintenance and repair of the machinery fleet to ensure operational readiness
Ongoing maintenance and upkeep of machines and systems
Carrying out locksmith and welding work
Ensuring a smooth production process
Ensuring the functionality and maintenance of machines
Sorting of recyclable materials
Loading and unloading trucks with the forklift
Compliance with safety and environmental regulations
Promoting continuous improvement through fault analysis and improvement suggestions
Taking on additional tasks for personnel or operational reasons

Your tasks...

Ensuring maintenance and repair of the machine fleet to guarantee their operational availability
Regularly performing maintenance and upkeep work on machines and installations
Carrying out locksmith and welding tasks
Guaranteeing the smooth running and continuity of production
Ensuring the proper functioning and maintenance of machines
Sorting recyclable materials
Loading and unloading trucks using a forklift
Adhering to safety instructions and environmental regulations
Contributing to continuous improvement by analysing malfunctions and proposing improvements
Assuming additional tasks depending on staffing needs or operational requirements

This is what you bring...

Good mechanical knowledge
Forklift licence (SUVA recognised)
Friendly demeanour towards customers
Resilience, even in hectic situations
Flexibility and organisational skills
Careful handling of entrusted operating resources

Your profile...

Good mechanical knowledge
Forklift licence recognised by SUVA
Friendly and professional attitude towards customers
Ability to work under pressure, even in stressful situations
Flexibility and organisational sense
Careful use of equipment and materials provided

What we offer

With your job, you actively contribute to environmental protection and resource conservation
Lots of freedom, independence and responsibility in your tasks
Stability and a secure workplace
Flat hierarchies and straightforward decision-making processes
Family-like corporate culture: with us, you are not just a number
At least 25 days holiday / 30 days from the 11th year of service or from the age of 50
Thommen Academy (internal training and further education opportunities for our employees)
Good social benefits (above-average continued salary payment in case of accident and illness, pension fund without loss risk)

The right decision: Working at the Thommen Group

The Thommen Group is one of the leading European recycling companies with roots in Switzerland. With our three strong brands Thommen, Metallum and Immark, we offer complete recycling solutions for industry, trade and municipalities. With over 30 locations in five countries, the Thommen Group is globally networked and an important link in the economic cycle. As a producer of high-quality recycled raw materials, we create and conserve resources.

Kerryn Jampen answers your questions about the application process.