22 manufacturing technician jobs found in Dartford

Manufacturing Technician Start/End Dates: 6/29/2026 - 12/28/2026 Work Location: UK - Dartford - Remel House, Clipper Blvd Job Title: Production and Industrial - Manufacturing Technician II Job Description: Division Specific Information Working as part of our Client's Microbiology Division (MBD), within the Specialty Diagnostics Group, you'll play an active part in helping them to achieve their mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. The Microbiology Division discovers microbiological solutions for the diagnosis of infectious disease and detection of bacterial contamination. They serve public health, clinical laboratories, food companies, environmental screening and pharmaceutical laboratories with a portfolio of products that include culture media, antimicrobial susceptibility testing solutions and market-leading molecular solutions for food safety testing. Position Summary The successful candidate will be working within a...

Manufacturing Technician Location: Dartford Shifts: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 Pay Rate: £14.14 per hour As a Laboratory Technician, you will work in a manufacturing lab, preparing reagents and intermediates while conducting testing to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards. Attention to detail and accuracy are key in this role. Full training will be provided by our skilled and dedicated team, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop a career in science and manufacturing. Key Responsibilities * Perform daily lab operations, including housekeeping, equipment maintenance, and calibration. * Adhere to safety policies, report health and safety concerns, and update COSHH and Risk Assessments. * Complete training modules, read Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and cross-train colleagues. * Participate in daily team meetings, support manufacturing planning, and maintain critical stock levels. * Manufacture...

Electrical Maintenance Engineer £55,000 - £57,000 + Benefits 07:00am - 19:00pm - 4 on / 4 off Central London 1 Year FTC / Fixed Term Contract Are you an Electrical Maintenance Engineer from a FMCG / Manufacturing background looking for your next role where you will be working at a prestigious, world renowned theatre production company on a 1 Year FTC which is likely to turn into a permanent role? My client needs an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to help within their special purpose facility. You will have experience in the FMCG or similar sector, have basic mechanical experience and PLC fault-finding experience as a minimum. The company are very well renowned and are situated in a prestigious building which offers a varied and interesting workload due to the nature of their industry. This is a rare and fantastic opportunity for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to work for a world-renowned theatre production company where you will be working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern...

NES Fircroft are recruiting an Electrical Technician on behalf of our client, a leading Oil & Gas operator, based at the Bacton Terminal, Norwich. This is a 2-year contract position working a shift pattern of 7 days on, 7 days off with 12-hour day shifts. Overview: This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Technician to become an integral part of our Client’s maintenance team at our Bacton Gas Terminal. Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, you will work alone or with colleagues as required to complete tasks effectively, safely and with due regard to the environment and the security of the terminal. You will be expected to work with a range of electrical systems including: 11kV/415V transformers, 11kV, 3.3kV and 415V switchgear, 3.3kV and LV motors, battery charger / UPS systems, 3.3kV generator and small power / lighting circuits. The successful candidate will have proven maintenance and fault-finding experience within a large-scale industrial,...

TEMP AND TEMP TO PERM OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE 8.00am - 5.00pm MONDAY TO FRIDAY Our client, a specialist manufacturing provider based in High Wycombe, is seeking Assembly Technicians to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a quality-driven environment, contributing to the assembly of innovative products used across major projects throughout the UK and internationally. This role is available on a temporary and temp-to-perm basis, offering long-term potential for the right candidate Key Duties: * Assembling bespoke product systems to specification * Reading and interpreting basic technical drawings * Supporting project delivery and meeting production deadlines * Providing technical assembly support to internal teams * Maintaining quality standards across all builds * Following health and safety procedures at all times Key Requirements: * Strong attention to detail and quality-focused approach * Good communication skills and...

Process Engineer – Temporary Opportunity Folkestone Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm | Friday: 8:00am – 3:30pm Immediate Start Available We’re recruiting for a temporary Process Engineer role within a busy manufacturing environment in Folkestone. This is a hands-on opportunity to support production processes, assist with continuous improvement activities, and work alongside experienced engineering and manufacturing teams. The Role Reporting to the Senior Process Engineer, responsibilities will include: * Supporting process development and production activities * Assisting with continuous improvement projects * Helping maintain safe, efficient and compliant manufacturing processes * Investigating and resolving process-related issues * Working closely with production, quality and engineering teams * Supporting validation and GMP activities where required What We’re Looking For * Degree or qualification in an engineering-related subject * Around 2...

Morson Talent are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer to work on the behalf of one of our reputable Aerospace clients based in Basildon. This is a contract position for 10 months initally. You will be part of the Integrated Sensing and Protection line of business, which is a leader in delivering defence electronics, mission critical systems for situational awareness, electronic warfare, communications and surveillance across the land, air and sea domains. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will have the opportunity to build cross-functional relationships and be a positive influence within the project teams to support the future of the business and affect the production process. What you'll do as a Manufacturing Engineer In this role, you will be responsible for developing robust solutions to ensure the smooth transition of our new products from design into production. You will be expected to plan and deliver your own work, across medium term planning horizons and...

Principal Electronics Engineer Location: Basildon - onsite Duration: 6 months Rate: £73.39 p/h (Umbrella) IR35: Inside Clearance: UK Eyes Only - SC (BPSS to start) Overview We're recruiting for a highly skilled Electronics Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team within a Precision Guidance environment. The role requires broad, extensive electronic knowledge across both digital and analogue domains, plus the ability to drive design reviews and take designs through verification into production. Responsibilities: * Requirements capture, schematic capture and PCB layout (DxDesigner & Expedition - Siemens EDA) * Circuit simulation * Drive the design review process, collaborating with other engineering functions and manufacturing * Devise and implement design verification tests and supporting documentation to transition designs into production * Design solutions considering product quality, safety, reliability and testability * Present robust engineering solutions at design...

Design Engineer (12 Months +) We are supporting a London-based food manufacturing organisation with the appointment of a Design Engineer for a minimum of 12-months. This is a role that will be outside IR35. Role Overview Working closely with Project Managers and Engineers, you will be responsible for the creation, management, and coordination of engineering documentation, primarily via CAD. The role spans all project phases, from initial concept and design through to commissioning and closeout. Key Responsibilities Produce and develop detailed engineering drawings including PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment layouts Update existing drawings to reflect system modifications and enhancements Utilise AutoCAD Plant 3D in line with best practice to ensure efficient, usable models Work with point cloud data to extract geometry and support brownfield design Assess spatial constraints, interferences, and clashes within existing facilities Convert complex 3D data into clear, usable 2D...

Role: Senior Product Design Engineer Location: London Contract Type: Contract / Freelance Duration: 6 months + Rate: £315 per day Status: Outside IR35 - Ltd co contract Shape Innovative Products from concept to reality. An exciting opportunity has arisen with a highly respected product innovation consultancy known for delivering cutting-edge solutions across healthcare, consumer, and industrial sectors. Working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you will play a pivotal role in transforming ideas into commercially successful, production-ready products. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Product Design Engineer who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges, balancing creativity with technical rigour, and leading projects from research through to manufacture. The Opportunity: As a Senior Product Design Engineer, you will work on a broad portfolio of technically challenging and highly innovative projects within consumer electronics,...

Job Title: Packaging Associate I Location: East Grinstead (The Birches) Position Type: Full-time, 3-Month Contract (Replacement) Hours: 38 hours per week Pay Rate: £13.46 per hour (Equivalent to a £26,596.96 annual salary) Shift Pattern (Enjoy an early finish on Fridays!) Monday to Thursday: 8:15 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 8:15 AM - 3:00 PM No overtime or shift allowance. About the Role We are seeking a reliable and proactive Packaging Associate I to join our onsite team in East Grinstead. In this role, you will be a key support to the Warehouse & Logistics Manager, handling everything from order processing and goods in/out to general warehouse maintenance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and a background in warehouse operations to hit the ground running in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities Logistics & Order Processing: Pick, pack, label, and load shipments efficiently. Warehouse Operations: Manage goods in/out,...

CNC Router Setter / Operator / 5 Axis   Night Shift. 10pm - 2pm We are currently recruiting for an experienced 5 Axis CNC Router Setter / Operator to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business. This role involves setting and operating a  5 Axis CNC machining centre with Fanuc control, producing high-quality machined components within a fast-paced production environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC machinist, CNC router operator or multi-axis CNC setter looking to work with advanced machinery and contribute to continuous improvement within production. Key Responsibilities Set and operate a 5 Axis CNC Router (B, C, X, Y, Z axes) Work with Fanuc CNC controls, vacuum bed systems and dust extraction Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical drawings and manufacturing documentation Monitor and maintain cutting tools and consumable tooling Perform basic operator maintenance and machine checks Ensure compliance with company...

We are supporting a leading engineering and manufacturing business that delivers specialist solutions across the aerospace, power generation, rail, and oil & gas sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join the team on an initial 8-month contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly technical electro-mechanical manufacturing environment, supporting both existing production and new product introduction activities while driving Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives across the business. The Role Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Design Engineering, you will provide hands-on manufacturing engineering support across production cells, helping improve process efficiency, reduce waste, and support the introduction of new products and manufacturing methods. Key Responsibilities Support production and manufacturing cells with day-to-day engineering activities Drive Lean...

Market 36 Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Assembler on behalf of our client. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business, working within a fast-paced production environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling components and products to a high standard while ensuring quality, accuracy, and safety procedures are followed at all times. Roles & Responsibilities * Assemble components and products according to technical specifications and assembly instructions. * Read and interpret technical drawings, diagrams, and work instructions. * Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete assembly tasks. * Inspect assembled products to ensure quality standards and specifications are met. * Identify and report any faults, defects, or quality concerns. * Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment. * Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production...

Design Office Manager - Hertfordshire We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contract Design Office Manager to join our customer on a 12 month project basis at their Hertfordshire headquarters. Our customer is a well-established and growing provider of warehouse automation, storage solutions and systems integration services, delivering complex projects across logistics, manufacturing and distribution environments. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they are seeking an experienced Contract Design Office Manager to lead their Design & Proposals team. As a Contract Design Office Manager, you will be responsible for managing the design function, overseeing both pre-order and post-order design activities, supporting bid and proposal delivery, and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety and commercial performance. You will work closely with Operations, Project Management, Customers and Suppliers whilst helping...

Role Purpose: Joining the Electronics team and reporting to the Electronics Group Lead, the Senior Electronics Engineer will be expected to set the standards of good engineering practice, leading by example, and often be seen as an expert in their given field. ​ Key Responsibilities: * Working in technology areas of EMC, Power Management, Servo Control, processor interfacing and communications * Lead the design and development of electronic circuits and multi-layer PCB layouts for new and existing products * Liaise with suppliers and external partners on component selection and technical issues * Support production and manufacturing teams with technical queries, root cause analysis, and issue resolution * Conduct design reviews, verification, and validation testing of electronic systems * Generate and maintain technical documentation including schematics, BOMs, and design reports * Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements ​...

Temporary - Permanent Role 39 Hours a week £13.31 per hour Immediate start Are you an experienced and skilled Electrical Wireman looking for a new opportunity? Our client, a leading manufacturing organisation in the industry, is seeking a talented individual to join their team. With a focus on mechanical and electrical assembly and testing, this role offers a dynamic environment and the potential for new product development. Join their team and take your career to new heights! Key Responsibilities: Build and test distribution and MCCB panels to industry standards. Work from technical electrical CAD drawings and wiring diagrams. Ensure component quantity and quality before each job. Assemble wiring loom kits using various tools. Conduct electrical testing, fault finding, and resolution. Produce test certificates. Work with limited supervision and initiative. Meet customer despatch dates. Maintain manufacturing records and ensure quality control. Maintain a safe working...

Temporary - Permanent Role 39 Hours a week £13.31 per hour Immediate start Are you an experienced and skilled Electrical Wireman looking for a new opportunity? Our client, a leading manufacturing organisation in the industry, is seeking a talented individual to join their team. With a focus on mechanical and electrical assembly and testing, this role offers a dynamic environment and the potential for new product development. Join their team and take your career to new heights! Key Responsibilities: Build and test distribution and MCCB panels to industry standards. Work from technical electrical CAD drawings and wiring diagrams. Ensure component quantity and quality before each job. Assemble wiring loom kits using various tools. Conduct electrical testing, fault finding, and resolution. Produce test certificates. Work with limited supervision and initiative. Meet customer despatch dates. Maintain manufacturing records and ensure quality control. Maintain a safe working...

CNC Programmer - Temp to Perm Opportunity Location: Ashford Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm We are currently recruiting for an experienced CNC Programmer to join a busy and growing manufacturing business in Ashford. This is an excellent temporary-to-permanent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to develop their career within a well-established company. The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating CNC milling machines while ensuring components are manufactured to the highest quality standards. Experience with Fanuc controls would be highly advantageous. Key Responsibilities: Program, set up, and operate CNC milling machines Load and unload materials safely and efficiently Verify CNC programs and machine settings to ensure accurate production Monitor production processes and carry out regular in-process inspections Conduct quality checks on finished components to ensure customer and company standards are met Perform...

MERITUS are recruiting for a Construction & Facilities Project Manager to join a leading Defence Manufacturing organisation, delivering major infrastructure, construction, and facilities improvement projects across highly secure, regulated, and complex operational manufacturing environments. CONSTRUCTION & FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER - DEFENCE MANUFACTURING - STEVENAGE - HYBRID (3 DYAS PER WEEK ONSITE) - 12 MONTH CONTRACT - UP TO £50 PER HOUR (INSIDE IR35) - SC ELIGIBILITY REQUIRED We're seeking an experienced Facilities Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of capital construction and infrastructure projects within a defence manufacturing environment. This client-side role covers projects from feasibility and design through to construction, commissioning, and handover, ensuring minimal disruption to critical live operations. Working within a highly regulated defence manufacturing business, you will play a key role in delivering secure, compliant, and...