30 food production operative jobs found

ARE YOU LOOKING AT GETTING INTO ROLLING STOCK? FANCY A CAREER CHANGE? Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Job Location: southwest London Shifts: 4on-4off, Days and Nights Hourly Rate: £25.60 PAYE/£33.36 Umbrella Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week on average. Duration: Ongoing Start Date: ASAP Company Summary: A world-renowned Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance company and is the number one provider of rail solutions in the world. This prestigious company is also the largest rolling stock manufacturer and provider in the UK and employs over 70,000 employees in 60 countries worldwide. Position Summary: You will be responsible for carrying out routine Exam, maintenance, repair and fault finding on Class 701 Electric Multiple Unit. Take overall responsibility of vehicle examinations in line with vehicle maintenance instructions (VMI's)....

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer for a temp to perm position. This is an exciting opportunity to join a 24/7 mechanical maintenance team at a FMCG facility. Immediate starts available! As a Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer you will carry out mechanical maintenance and repairs on production machinery and infrastructure, performing planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime. Support production reliability, respond to breakdowns, and ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Food Safety standards. Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer – Hours & Pay: 39 hrs/week: Monday –Thursday 7:30–16:00, Friday 7:30–15:30 (30-min lunch). Hourly rate standard: £19.10/hr, Mon–Fri OT (after 8 hrs): £28.65/hr, Saturday: first 4 hrs £28.65/hr, thereafter £38.20/hr, Sunday: £38.20/hr, Overtime optional Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer – Key Duties: * Mechanical maintenance, repairs, and improvements to...

THE ROLE: Production Operator - Night Shift, 6 month fixed term contract My client provides specialist production services to manufacturing industry - they are looking for an additional production operator to take the lead role on a small night shift team working in a semi-automated production cell. This would suit someone with experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment who is used to working on automated or semi-automated production equipment (CNC or process equipment for example). Full equipment training will be given. This role involves working in a small team to set up, operate and monitor semi-automated production equipment. This includes carrying out pre-start checks and loading materials, ensuring operating parameters are maintained and performing visual quality inspections and machine checks as well as recording production data. Some routine maintenance tasks will also be required and responding to any issues. You will work to production schedules and...

We are currently recruiting for a Production / Fabrication Operative to join a well-established manufacturing company in Milton Keynes. This is a hands-on role within a busy workshop environment, ideal for someone with fabrication, production, or engineering workshop experience. You will be involved in the manufacture and preparation of metal components, ensuring production targets and quality standards are consistently met. Key Responsibilities * Fabrication of metal parts and components * Operating workshop tools and equipment * Carrying out quality checks on finished products * Supporting the team to meet daily production targets * Maintaining a clean and organised work area * Following all health and safety procedures Requirements Essential * Previous production, fabrication, or workshop experience * Ability to use basic hand and workshop tools * Good attention to detail and quality *...

Production & Manufacturing Operative – Immediate Starts Location: Rochdale Pay Rate: £12.24 per hour  Hours: Monday – Friday (Rotating Shifts) 6:00am – 2:00pm 2:00pm – 10:00pm Occasional 8:00am – 5:00pm shifts available  Contract: Temporary to Permanent About the Role We’re currently recruiting Production & Manufacturing Operatives to join a busy manufacturing team in Rochdale. This is a hands-on role where you’ll support the production process, helping to assemble, prepare, and finish products to high quality standards. This opportunity offers immediate starts, a clean working environment, and the chance to secure a permanent role. Key Responsibilities Assemble and bond components as part of the manufacturing process Prepare materials including sanding, finishing, and quality checking Support production lines and build teams to meet daily output targets Carry out general factory and manufacturing duties Follow health & safety and quality procedures at all...

Location: Teesside Contract: 6 months potential for extension    Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Process Operator to play a key role in the safe and efficient operation of a large-scale industrial process plant in the Teesside area.    About the Role As a DCS Process Operator, you will be responsible for controlling and monitoring plant operations from the control room using a Distributed Control System (DCS). Working as part of the shift operations team, you will ensure plant processes remain stable, safe and optimised to meet production targets. You will collaborate closely with other technicians and the shift leadership team to monitor plant performance, troubleshoot process issues, and maintain high standards of safety, environmental compliance and operational efficiency.    Key Responsibilities Operate and control plant processes via the control room DCS system Monitor plant parameters and adjust conditions to maintain safe and efficient production...

Assembler & Welder 📍 Wolverhampton 🕐 Monday to Friday - Full Time 💷 £13.75 - £14.00 per hour DOE Overview We are currently recruiting for an experienced Assembler & Welder to join a leading engineering and manufacturing operation based in Wolverhampton. This is a full-time, permanent role working on the assembly and fabrication of heavy-duty equipment and components. Key Responsibilities Assembly & Fabrication Assemble mechanical components, frames, and structures following engineering drawings and build instructions Use hand tools, power tools, and workshop equipment to complete mechanical builds Fit, secure, and align components to required specificationsWelding Carry out MIG welding on mild steel to a high standard Perform welding on structural parts, sub‑assemblies, and fabricated units Conduct visual inspections of welds to ensure quality and accuracyQuality & Compliance Work to engineering tolerances and quality control processes Ensure all work...

Job: Bending Machine Operative Location: Brownhills Job Type: Temp to Perm Shift: Day shift Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour We are currently recruiting a Bending Machine Operative for a temp-to-permanent position based in Brownhills. Key Responsibilities: Operating bending machinery safely and efficiently Handling heavy materials as part of the production process Meeting production targets and quality standards Maintaining a clean and safe work area Requirements: Previous machine operating experience preferred Physically fit due to the heavy nature of the role Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team Good attention to detail and safety awareness This is a great opportunity for someone looking for long-term work following a successful temporary period. --- Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business....

Pipe Fitter TIG Welder - Process Pipework Lockerbie, DG11 1LW. 48 Hours Monday - Friday 7.00am - 17.30pm 6 months work. Our client is a leading engineering service provider in specialist hygienic mechanical and electrical systems. Working almost exclusively in the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical and personal care industries. The company is synonymous with the highest standards of quality and service with an established record of delivering innovative process solutions that improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs for a wide variety of clients including Nestle, Coca Cola, Arla, Gaymers Cider, GlaxoSmithKline and Unilever. Operating out of offices across the UK their multi-disciplinary teams provide turnkey solutions from pre-project feasibility studies and initial conceptual design, through to manufacture, installation and commissioning, inclusive of all aspects of Project & H&S Management, Process & Service Pipework Fabrication, Equipment...

Production & Manufacturing Operative – Immediate Starts Location: Rochdale Pay Rate: £12.24 per hour  Hours: Monday – Friday (Rotating Shifts) 6:00am – 2:00pm 2:00pm – 10:00pm Occasional 8:00am – 5:00pm shifts available  Contract: Temporary to Permanent About the Role We’re currently recruiting Production & Manufacturing Operatives to join a busy manufacturing team in Rochdale. This is a hands-on role where you’ll support the production process, helping to assemble, prepare, and finish products to high quality standards. This opportunity offers immediate starts, a clean working environment, and the chance to secure a permanent role. Key Responsibilities Assemble and bond components as part of the manufacturing process Prepare materials including sanding, finishing, and quality checking Support production lines and build teams to meet daily output targets Carry out general factory and manufacturing duties Follow health & safety and quality procedures at all...

Job Title: Paint Sprayer 📍 Thornaby 🕒 Full Time Hours: Monday - Thursday: 07:00 - 17:00 💷 Rate: £14.73 per hour About the Role We are seeking a skilled Paint Sprayer to join our industrial finishing team. This role is critical in delivering high-quality finishes to products before dispatch, ensuring customer specifications are met. Key Responsibilities Apply undercoats and topcoats using spray-painting techniques to a high standard Operate and maintain industrial spray-painting equipment (air-assisted airless spray) Set up and troubleshoot spray-painting equipment Apply recognised industry standards, e.g., NHSS6, NHSS19a Identify quality issues with paint such as drips, runs, and blistering Follow work instructions, maintain safety, and meet production targets Conduct quality control checks and maintain documentation Candidate Requirements Minimum 2 years' experience in an industrial paint shop Strong knowledge of spray-painting techniques and paint specifications...

We are recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to work on a 6 month contract in St Helens. The role is working Monday to Friday – days. Salary is c£45-47,000 per annum plus 25 days’ holiday and bank holidays, pension, bonus etc To ensure the reliable and efficient operation of mechanical equipment and production assets within a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturing environment. The role focuses on minimizing downtime, maintaining safety and quality standards, and supporting continuous improvement across site operations. Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Engineering * Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on mechanical equipment, including conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, motors, packaging machinery, and processing equipment. * Diagnose mechanical faults quickly and accurately, implementing effective corrective actions to minimize production downtime. * Support installation, commissioning, and modification of machinery and...

Job title Assemblers (Cable Assembly) all training provided. February Start. Location Bicester, Oxfordshire Pay rates £13.24 per hour - days (first 37.5 hours per week) £19.86 per hour - midweek overtime Working hours Monday to Thursday: 08:15 - 17:00 Friday: 08:15 - 12:45 Hours per week 37.5 hours basic, with overtime and weekend work available Contract duration 3-6 months initially, highly likely to be extended Start date ASAP Likely start dates * 12 January * 19 January * 26 January Client overview The client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing business specialising in high-performance connectivity solutions. They are performing strongly and are now recruiting additional staff to support a brand new project. Operating in a technically demanding, high-mix, low-volume environment, they design, assemble and manufacture specialist cable systems and components used across transportation, communications and industrial sectors. The business supports critical...

Job title Assemblers (Cable Assembly) all training provided. February Start. Location Bicester, Oxfordshire Pay rates £13.24 per hour - days (first 37.5 hours per week) £19.86 per hour - midweek overtime Working hours Monday to Thursday: 08:15 - 17:00 Friday: 08:15 - 12:45 Hours per week 37.5 hours basic, with overtime and weekend work available Contract duration 3-6 months initially, highly likely to be extended Start date ASAP Likely start dates * 12 January * 19 January * 26 January Client overview The client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing business specialising in high-performance connectivity solutions. They are performing strongly and are now recruiting additional staff to support a brand new project. Operating in a technically demanding, high-mix, low-volume environment, they design, assemble and manufacture specialist cable systems and components used across transportation, communications and industrial sectors. The business supports critical...

Wolviston Management Services are currently supporting a growing engineering and fabrication business in Teesside with the appointment of a CAD Operative. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with basic CAD experience who is looking to develop their skills within a busy steel or fabrication environment. The role focuses on producing simple 2D drawings, supporting the wider engineering and production teams. This position would suit someone who is detail-focused, methodical and keen to build experience within the steel or manufacturing sector.   The Role As a CAD Operative, you will support the engineering and production teams by creating and replicating CAD drawings used for manufacturing processes. Working closely with internal teams, you will ensure drawings are produced accurately and efficiently to support workshop operations.   Key Responsibilities Produce and replicate 2D CAD drawings and flat patterns from existing designs or instructions Convert existing...

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a number of Chemical Process Operators for a 12 month contract based in Solihull. As a Chemical Process Operator you will be: Using manual electroplating techniques such as Lead Indium and nickel to electroplate bearings Operating manual electroplating and or anodising lines, jigging...

To lead and execute complex capital projects within a high-care food manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of infrastructure upgrades, including ETP upgrade, , road junction improvements, general building works, and preparing facilities for advanced machinery installations while ensuring strict adherence to CDM 2015 regulations.    Key Responsibilities Site & Infrastructure Management: Oversee construction and civil works, including junction improvements and the operation/upgrade. Machinery Installation: Lead pre-installation site preparation, including electrical and mechanical utility connections, to ensure seamless integration of line. CDM Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for Construction Design and Management (CDM) and to prepare all the necessary paperwork for legal compliance, ensuring all site operations, RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements), and permit-to-work systems comply with legal safety...

Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer to join their team in Glenrothes. This role is contract-based and offers relocation support for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities: Life cycle ownership for test costs and efficiency Continually improving existing test solutions through yield analysis, test time reduction, and faster diagnostic processes Driving corrective actions to enhance efficiencies and product quality Specifying top-level test requirements for new products and introducing them into production efficiently Supporting production with high-level diagnostics Providing technical advancement and mentorship to diagnostic technicians and engineers Enhancing customer stewardship by offering effective solutions to problems and future demands Providing input to design authorities for successful Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT) implementation Contributing to the...

Your new company You will be joining a global biopharmaceutical organisation. Known for its innovation, high‑quality manufacturing, and patient‑focused culture, operating within state‑of‑the‑art GMP facilities supporting sterile manufacturing, biologics production, and advanced therapy programmes.The QC function plays a critical role in ensuring products meet regulatory, safety, and quality standards. You will be part of a collaborative, well‑established team working alongside experienced QC, QA, and manufacturing professionals. Your new role As a QC Analyst, you will be responsible for performing routine and non‑routine analytical and/or microbiological testing to support raw materials release, in‑process control, environmental monitoring, utilities testing, and finished product batches. Conducting analysis using HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and wet chemistry. Performing bioburden, endotoxin, EM, water testing, and sterility testing in line with GMP. Completing environmental...

Job Description: Orbital Recruitment are recruiting Plant Operatives to join a busy manufacturing facility in the Derby area. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an industrial environment with automatic welding machines, assisting with the finishing of small flanges and minor weld defects. The role may also include spray painting of pipes and components as part of the production process. Immediate Starts Available Key Responsibilities * Support automated welding machines and associated equipment * Load and unload components * Assist with basic machine operation and monitoring * Inspect small components and report defects * Carry out spray painting of pipes and parts as required * Maintain health & safety standards * General plant and production duties Candidate Requirements * Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or welding environments preferred * Reliable, punctual, and hardworking * Comfortable in an industrial setting * Team player with a...