23 manufacturing jobs found

Manufacturing Engineer We're currently looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join an internationally established manufacturing team on a long term contract (outside IR35) . You'll play a key role in improving processes, optimising equipment, reducing waste, and supporting new product launches while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. Key Responsibilities *Support and document production trials and equipment acceptance activities. *Develop and implement process and equipment improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and reduce scrap. *Analyse manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. *Develop plant layouts and conduct capacity studies. *Support PFMEA, DFM/A, ergonomic assessments, and engineering documentation. *Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and implement solutions. *Promote and maintain strong 5S, Health & Safety, and quality standards. About You *Degree in...

Manufacturing Adviser / Manufacturing Consultant Contract Lengths – 9 Months Location: Cambridge / Ipswich / East Anglia (Hybrid & Site-Based) Hourly Rate: £25 per hour / Ltd Company / Outside IR35 Help Manufacturing Businesses Improve Productivity, Efficiency and Growth This company is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Adviser / Consultant to support ambitious manufacturing and engineering businesses across the Cambridge and Ipswich region. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing professional who enjoys working directly with business leaders to identify improvement opportunities, increase productivity, optimise processes and deliver measurable operational improvements. About the Role Working with a portfolio of manufacturing SMEs, you will help businesses improve operational performance through practical, commercially focused advice and implementation support. You will work closely with senior leadership teams, operations managers and...

Recruit4staff are representing a leading manufacturing business in their search for a Supplier Quality Engineer to work across the UK. Our client is based across Woking & Bicester, but there will be UK based travel on a regular basis. Job Details: Pay: Up to £40 per hour Outside IR35 (Limited) - Depending on experience Hours of Work: 8.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday Duration: Rolling contract Working for a prestigious, premium, Tier 1 Automotive Manufacturer Working on a variety of exciting projects across the UK Career development opportunities within a Global Manufacturer Job Role - Supplier Quality Engineer: Conduct supplier process & quality assessments Support supplier development and improvement initiatives Acting as an extension of the Clients Customers quality teams Supporting suppliers during new product launches Supporting critical programmes and helping customers achieve their quality & delivery objectives Providing on site support at customer locations...

This Bid Manager role is responsible for leading the full tendering and bid submission process within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment. Working closely with commercial, engineering, and delivery teams, you will coordinate high-quality, compliant, and commercially competitive proposals whilst driving continuous improvement and supporting business growth. This opportunity would suit an organised and commercially minded professional with experience managing complex tenders, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final presentation and handover. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end tender and bid submission process. Coordinate with engineering, commercial, and project delivery teams to produce high-quality proposals. Review technical and commercial compliance to ensure competitive and profitable submissions. Manage and mentor the Bid Team whilst improving bid processes and tender...

Medical Test Verification & Validation Engineer - Class III Medical Device Job Title: Medical Test Verification & Validation Engineer Duration: 6 months initially Location: Hybrid (3 days per week), Sheffield Outside IR35 £50-£65 per hour Key Responsibilities Develop and execute verification and validation activities for a Class III medical device, producing verification protocols, validation plans and test reports in line with design control requirements. Perform functional, integration, performance and reliability testing across hardware, embedded software and complete systems, ensuring full requirements traceability. Investigate test failures, support root cause analysis and collaborate with hardware, software and systems engineers to resolve issues. Generate objective evidence to support IEC 60601 compliance, ISO 14971 risk management and MDR/FDA regulatory submissions while contributing to continuous improvement of V&V processes. Essential Skills Proven...

Quality Engineer (Contract) Location: Bridgenorth Rate: £40 per hour outside IR35 Start Date: Immediate I'm currently supporting an established engineering and manufacturing business that is looking to secure an experienced NPI Quality Engineer on an urgent contract basis. This role will play a key part in supporting new product introduction activities, ensuring robust quality planning and process validation throughout the product development lifecycle. Working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Customer teams, you will be responsible for driving quality standards across multiple NPI projects while ensuring customer and regulatory requirements are met. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality professional with a strong background in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and GD&T who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from concept through to production...

Required: ** Contract Site Mechanical Fitters ** Process Plant Work Location: Stockport / Tameside / Greater Manchester Job Type: contract – Initial 3 months (on-going) Site-Based Outside IR35 – Limited Co. / CIS / PAYE Umbrella Shifts: 10 hours Monday to Friday (+ OT Sat & Sun) Gross rate: £26.00p/h (£29.00p/h sat & £32p/h Sundays) We are currently looking for experienced Mechanical Fitters to join our team working on process plant & machinery installation projects. These are contractor / temporary positions offering consistent work on our client’s customer site. Job Duties & responsibilities: * Assembling and fitting process plant and food machinery equipment * Installation on site at customer process manufacturing plant * Must be able to work from engineering drawings * Fabricating would be highly beneficial Skills & Person Specification: * Proven experience in mechanical fitting & installation * C&G Time served or NVQ L3 –...

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – Manufacturing Commutable from Coalville – 2 month rolling contract 4 On 4 Off (12hr) – Day and Nights  Outside IR35 £34ph The business is now looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support the internal team and to ensure downtime is to a minimum whilst maintaining standards of a variety of equipment. If you are looking for a new contract, then please contact Adil Shaikh on (phone number removed) or email The day-to-day responsibilities of the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will involve the following. You will be responsible for the upkeep of and maintenance of heavy mechanical machinery. Reactive maintenance is a priority and will include fault finding and replacing components on a variety of machines such as, conveyors, cranes, cookers, slicers, Kiln cars, bearings and chains. Preventative maintenance will involve project work and working of a CMMS system to complete planned maintenance. Installation and fitting of mechanical...

Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical bias) Rate: £33.00 - £37.00 p/h (Outside IR35) Initial 2-month contract (likelihood of extension) Northwich Runcorn Crewe Stoke Chester 4 day working week (overtime on Fridays available) FMCG / Production lines / Mechanical / Electrical / PPM I am currently recruiting on behalf of a key client based in Cheshire. Our client is an established manufacturing business running a busy multi-line production facility with a strong, full order book. Due to increased demand, they are looking for an experienced Mechanical Bias Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their engineering team on a permanent basis. As a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer your key duties will include: Carrying out reactive breakdown maintenance across a fast-paced production environment with multiple filling lines Setting lines up at the start of runs and ensuring change parts are correctly fitted Supporting and troubleshooting labelling and specialist...

We are currently supporting a leading engineering business within the water treatment sector in their search for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team.  This is a long term contract, outside ir35 with remote working considered (must be based in the UK).  The Role You will act as the sole Mechanical Engineer across several concurrent projects, taking ownership of mechanical design input, specification, and procurement activities. Key responsibilities include: Specifying and procuring pumps, blowers, and steelwork fabrications Supporting delivery of multiple medium-scale water treatment projects Working closely with suppliers and fabrication partners across the UK Attending factory acceptance tests (FATs) at various UK sites Ensuring engineering solutions are delivered to quality, cost, and schedule requirements About You We are looking for a self-sufficient and fast-learning engineer who is comfortable taking ownership of their work. Ideally you will have:...

Mechanical Design Engineer Position: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Castle Donington - Hybrid/Flexible Contract: 6 Months, Outside IR35 Type: Full-Time The Role This is a contract outside IR35 role working on a project involving designing a range of turbomachinery and gas turbine related components. Key Responsibilities: Create detailed 3D models and assemblies using Siemens NX. Generate engineering drawings. Perform engineering design calculations eg Perform tolerance stack-up analysis. Preparation of engineering design reports. Engage with suppliers and lead design for manufacturing activities. Ensure designs meet industry standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. Required qualifications and experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Experience designing turbo-machinery or gas turbines. Experience using BS8888 and/or ASME Y14.5 Proficiency in NX software is essential. Strong skills in mechanical calculations and GD&T are essential....

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Birmingham I am seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for an established automotive engineering company. This is a contract role outside ir35. They are part of a growing successful business operating in the supply of proprietary systems and components to the world's construction equipment, truck, agricultural machinery and industrial applications end-markets. The company has a global manufacturing presence including in the USA, Germany, UK, Sweden, India and China. What You Will Do: As Senior Mechanical Design Engineer; To assist in the design of a range of engine ancillaries including oil, water & fuel pumps Concept and detailed design of e-Pumps for Data centre applications. Ability to work from 1 st principals in concept design work utilising problem solving skills Work alongside engineering team to ensure design is optimised for manufacture To liaise with design team & Chief Engineer to resolve design issues. Create CAD...

Great opportunity to work as a Project HSE Advisor / Lead for a growing Renewable Energy Company, on a flagship large-scale energy storage facility which will be one of the largest long-duration storage projects in Europe. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated HSE Project Lead to join a landmark energy infrastructure project in Scotland. This is a rare opportunity to play a leading role in the safe delivery of one of the UK's most significant energy transition projects, involving complex civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering construction activities. Reporting directly to the Project Director, the HSE Project Lead will provide strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of Health, Safety and Environmental management throughout the construction and commissioning phases of the project. The successful candidate will be a visible leader on site, driving a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with statutory...

Reference number: 51097 Job title: Mechanical Fitter Rate: £22/hr Location: Trafford Park Duration: 6 Months Start date: ASAP Mechanical Fitter on a 6 month contract on Trafford Park, for an established and specialist manufacturing business, in the role you’ll assemble special purpose machines that are manufactured for production environments across the world As the Mechanical Fitter, you will need: • A level 3 apprenticeship and practical experience. • Knowledge of vacuum systems and fitting techniques • Experience in pipe fitting bending (Swagelok installation course would be of benefit) • Cone and thread high pressure pipe fitting experience • General mechanical assembly experience • Overhead crane license would be of benefit but isn’t essential • Knowledge of 5s lean principles Standard working hours are * Monday - Thursday 7:00 - 16:30 * Friday 7:00 - 11:00 With 2 x 10 minute paid breaks and 30 minutes unpaid for lunch at 12:30 There is an overtime premium too; * After...

We are looking for a Quality Engineer for a 6 month role in Prestwick. £33 per hour Outside IR35 Role Purpose Accountable for Quality Engineering activities within the assigned project, supporting operational requirements and ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements. Assists in controlling manufacturing processes and applying problem-solving and continuous improvement tools. Provides support in the development and deployment of the Quality Policy and Strategy, supports key project quality activities, and ensures that project quality issues are effectively identified, reported, and managed. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of a robust Corrective and Preventive Action process which establishes clear Root Cause and identifies effective solutions for Internal, Customer and Supplier Product Quality non-conformances. Manage the Material Review Board (MRB) process and ensure that all items are appropriately dispositioned and robust corrective action...

Role: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Location: Clitheroe Rate: £38 per hour PAY: Outside IR35 (LTD) Length of contract: 3 months (plus) Skill set: Electrical Maintenance/Mechanical Maintenance, PPM work and small projects to help the site run efficiently Start Date: ASAP Some Details: We are currently recruiting for a contract Maintenance Electrician with a strong Mechanical skill set to work on a busy manufacturing site in Clitheroe. You will have experience working on your own and park of a team, dealing with Maintenance activities that come with a busy food packaging site. The role is covering whilst the site goes through a busy period and also recruits for permanent Engineers. This role could also be a great opportunity for a permanent Engineer, immediately available that would consider going temporary first, before transferring over to a permanent engineering role. Responsibilities: Planned Maintenance Reactive Maintenance Project work to make site run more...

We are looking for a Document Controller to work on a 12 month contract in Chorley/Hybrid. The role is working Monday to Thursday - 2 days' in the office, 2 days' from home. Rate is c£20-30 Ltd per hour (outside IR35), depending on experience. Key Responsibilities for the Document Controller role: * Maintain and manage project document control systems, registers, and correspondence. * Set up new project folders, document registers, and filing structures. * Ensure all documentation meets quality standards, client requirements, and revision controls. * Coordinate the distribution, tracking, filing, archiving, and retention of project documents. * Liaise with project teams, clients, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure documentation is complete and correctly formatted. * Support document control audits, continuous improvement activities, and provide meeting administration when required. * Provide document control cover across Project Management, Engineering,...

Contract Position Outside IR35 On-site/Hybrid in West Sussex Our Client, is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Principal Design Engineer - Vehicle and Powertrain Integration on a contract basis. As part of the Global Mechanical Design team, you will be pivotal in leading design activities for vehicle engineering and powertrain integration, particularly for heavy-duty and off-highway vehicles used in defence and commercial applications. Must have proven Engine Development experience, Leading Design Deliverable and use of CREO. Key Responsibilities: Conceptual and definitive 3D mechanical design of systems, assemblies, and complex components, including the integration of powertrain, steering, braking, and auxiliary systems into vehicles. Detailed mechanical design tasks including stress calculations, FMEA, 2D detailing, and tolerance stacks. Collaboration with FEA/Simulation teams to ensure design validation. Working closely with manufacturing engineers to meet DFMA...

CONTRACT MAINTENANCE ENGINEER - Winsford Role - Electrically biased Maintenance Engineer Hourly Rate - £40 per hour (LTD - Outside IR35) Shifts - 4on 4off days (12 hours) Duration - 2months Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking to join a food manufacturing company based in Winsford? You will be Multi-Skilled, ideally have an Electrical bias (however Mechanical Engineers with Electrical qualifications will be considered) and have experience of working within a FMCG environment. As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer you will play a key part in minimising downtime, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring a safe and efficient working environment. If you are interested in this role - APPLY NOW via the job board. As a Maintenance Engineer your role will involve: * Fault diagnosis and breakdown repairs of plant and site service equipment * Proficient in RCA and problem solving * Planned maintenance and Maintenance requests. * Adherence to statutory checks...

NES Fircroft are currently recruiting for a Site EHS Advisor for our client, who are a global, industry leader in energy technology, working on several major substation and grid upgrade projects across the UK.   Site EHS Advisor   Location: Argyll, Scotland Duration: 12 months   Outside IR35   Role   Site EHS Advisors are responsible for providing primarily operational EHS support to the Site Manager and the site organization. They are expected to provide visible, strong, and active EHS leadership within the project, acting as champions for zero harm, environmental protection, a sustainable future, and wellbeing.   Key Responsibilities & Duties   Formally and publicly accept the role to provide visible, strong and active EHS leadership within the project, acting as a champion for zero harm, environment, sustainable future and wellbeing. Additionally, in regard to the project execution phases they will:   Dispatch Phase   • Verify hazardous substances and...