22 production operative jobs found in Northampton

Machine / Production Operative – 6 Month Contract Location: Desford, Leicestershire Pay Rate: £17.98 per hour Contract: 6 Month rolling contract Shift Pattern 4 on / 4 off rotating days and nights Days: 5:30am – 6:00pm Nights: 5:30pm – 6:00am The Role We're looking for 4 experienced Machine / Production Operatives to join a brand-new manufacturing facility in Desford. Working within the cutting and palletising area, you'll be responsible for operating automated production machinery, ensuring production runs efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. This is a hands-on role suited to candidates with previous machine operating experience within a manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Operate, monitor and adjust automated production machinery, including extruders and de-hackers. Ensure machines are running efficiently and safely throughout the shift. Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet specification. Identify and report...

Production Operative  Location: Berinsfield, Oxfordshire Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday | 7:00am - 3:00pm Interaction Recruitment are looking for a motivated and hands-on Production Operative to join our clients busy manufacturing team based in Berinsfield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in manufacturing or engineering who takes pride in producing high-quality work and enjoys working as part of a supportive team. The Role: Reporting to the Team Leader, you will play a key role in preparing moulded components and supporting the manufacturing process to ensure production targets and quality standards are achieved. Key Responsibilities: Prepare moulded components for assembly and finishing. Assist with the assembly, bonding, and finishing of manufactured products. Carry out cutting, grinding, and flow coating activities. Produce sub-assemblies as required to support production. Work to high standards of quality,...

Job Title: Production Assembly Operative Location: Redditch Hours: Monday to Friday 6am-3:30pm or 7:30am-4:30pm Pay: £12.71 Temp to perm We are currently recruiting for a Production Assembly Operative to join our clients growing team. Main duties: * Using engineering drawings to assemble products. * Using hand and power tools in relation to the assembly. * To follow the companies predefined quality procedures, to ensure a robust product is produced to meet the customer’s expectations every time. * To follow the companies work to list, must be willing and able to work to tight deadlines with changing priorities. SKILLS/EXPERTISE: * Experience working in a similar assembly role within a manufacturing environment is advantageous (training provided). * Good English speaking and writing. * Ability to think on own initiative and be self-driven. * Must have a flexible approach to work and be able to react to changing priorities. * Keen eye for detail and...

Punch Machine Operator Location: Buntingford Pay: £15.00 - £17.00 per hour depending on experience Overtime: £22.50 - £25.50 per hour Hours: 7:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, plus overtime available Contract: Temp to Perm About the Role We are recruiting for an experienced Punch Machine Operator to join a busy and established sheet metal manufacturing company in Buntingford. This is a temp to perm opportunity offering the chance to secure a permanent position following a successful temporary period. The role offers regular overtime, competitive rates of pay, and the opportunity to become part of a supportive and growing team. Applicants with experience as a CNC Operator, Sheet Metal Worker, Press Operator, Machine Operator, Production Operative, Fabrication Operative, Metalworker, Manufacturing Operative, or Engineering Operative may also have transferable skills suitable for this position. What You'll Do • Set up and operate punch machines safely and efficiently • Read and...

FLT Counterbalance Driver / Production Operative Location: Bourne, PE10 Hours: OPTION #1 - Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm OPTION #2 - Friday, Saturday and Sunday ONLY 6am to 6pm Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Start Date: Immediate Start Available We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established plastic recycling company based in Bourne, PE10. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and hardworking individual looking for a long-term position with the potential to become permanent. Requirements: * Valid Counterbalance FLT licence * Previous FLT driving experience * Good work ethic and willingness to undertake a variety of duties * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Duties Include: * Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck * Machine operating * Dispatch and loading activities * Labelling products * Weighing materials * General cleaning and housekeeping * Assisting with other site duties as required This is a...

Join Our Team as a Stores Operative in Kettering. Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the exciting world of engineering? We are on the lookout for a motivated Stores Operative to join our dynamic team in Kettering! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy hands-on work, this is the perfect opportunity for you! What's in it for you? Exciting Work Environment: Be part of a vibrant team where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. Skill Development: Enhance your skills in inventory management and logistics while gaining valuable experience in the engineering sector. Flexible Schedule: Enjoy the perks of a temporary position that fits your lifestyle! Key Responsibilities: As a Stores Operative, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our operations run smoothly. Your daily tasks will include: Managing the receipt, storage, and distribution of materials and supplies Maintaining an organised and efficient stores area Conducting regular...

Job Title: Overhead Crane Operative Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire Duration: Temp to Perm Shifts: Days We are currently recruiting for a Production Serviceman that holds a valid FLT Licence (B1)and Over head Crane licence for an ongoing contract based in Loughborough. To ensure continuity of production materials and general housekeeping duties within all areas. You will provide indirect labour to transformer production winding, transformer assembly, final assembly and internal transport of consumable materials and transformer parts. Must have B1 Counterbalance licence Must have Overhead Crane/Slinger experience/ licence Key Duties & Responsibilities: * Maintain and improve level of cleanliness and housekeeping throughout the Production facility. * Movement of materials & parts between areas, including oven process. * Operation of overhead cranes, ride on pallet truck, and fork-lift truck. Shifts: * Mornings - 07:00 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday, 07:00 to 13:00...

Trainee Press Brake Operator Location: Oldbury Job Type: Full-Time | Temporary to Permanent Pay Rate: £13.00 - £13.50 per hour Shift Options Choose from one of the following shifts: Monday to Friday: 6:00am - 3:30pm Monday to Thursday: 6:00am - 6:00pm The Opportunity We are recruiting for a Trainee Press Brake Operator to join a fast-paced and growing sheet metal manufacturing business specialising in laser cutting, metal forming, and precision-engineered components. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career within manufacturing and engineering. Full training will be provided, making this role suitable for candidates with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Working within a modern production facility, you will be trained to operate press brake machinery, interpret engineering drawings, and produce high-quality metal components to customer specifications. The business prides itself on delivering...

Job description: As a key member of our manufacturing operation, you will be responsible for producing high-precision crankshafts, camshafts, and various other engine components for leading super and hyper car manufacturers. The Role: Set up, operate, and monitor multiple CNC machines ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance. Read, interpret, and edit CNC programs, identifying and correcting errors in NC code to ensure smooth production flow. Perform quality control checks using various measurement tools and inspect machinery, tooling, and equipment to maintain product standards. Manufacture components efficiently and cost-effectively, adhering to company standards and procedures. Maintain high level of communication with the Team and report operational issues promptly. Support continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting enhancements to methods, processes, and tooling. Consider the health and safety, environmental and energy impact of all activities....

Job Description As a key member of our manufacturing operation, you will be responsible for producing high-precision crankshafts, camshafts, and various other engine components for leading super and hyper car manufacturers. The Role Set and operate CNC and manual: cylindrical and surface grinders. Perform quality control checks using gauges, perthometer and Adcole equipment. Manufacture components efficiently and cost-effectively, adhering to company standards and procedures. Maintain high level of communication with the Team and report operational issues promptly. Support continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting enhancements to methods, processes, and tooling. Consider the health and safety, environmental and energy impact of all activities. Support the Company’s compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 by following company policy and best practice. Candidate Profile Experience as a CNC Grinder,...

We are currently recruiting Vehicle Builders to join a leading rail engineering company. This role involves working on the removal, modification, and refitting of vehicle interiors to a high standard, following industry regulations and company procedures.  Key Responsibilities: Remove, modify, strip, and rebuild vehicle interiors including luggage racks, seat frames, and buffet cars. Competently use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and woodworking equipment such as chisels, saws, planes, torque wrenches, and screwdrivers. Operate mechanical machines such as hand saws, bench saws, and portable circular saws safely and effectively. Read and interpret production information and specifications to ensure accurate and efficient completion of tasks. Carry out basic quality control checks to ensure all work meets required standards. Follow all company procedures, safety regulations, and environmental policies at all times. Prioritise health and safety, ensuring compliance with all...

We are currently recruiting Vehicle Builders to join a leading rail engineering company. This role involves working on the removal, modification, and refitting of vehicle interiors to a high standard, following industry regulations and company procedures.  Key Responsibilities: Remove, modify, strip, and rebuild vehicle interiors including luggage racks, seat frames, and buffet cars. Competently use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and woodworking equipment such as chisels, saws, planes, torque wrenches, and screwdrivers. Operate mechanical machines such as hand saws, bench saws, and portable circular saws safely and effectively. Read and interpret production information and specifications to ensure accurate and efficient completion of tasks. Carry out basic quality control checks to ensure all work meets required standards. Follow all company procedures, safety regulations, and environmental policies at all times. Prioritise health and safety, ensuring compliance with all...

Metrology Engineer - 6-Month Contract Location: Oxfordshire Working Arrangement: Minimum 80% onsite About the Company An innovative company, established in 2021, is dedicated to commercialising next-generation electric motor technology and intellectual property for the emerging electrification aerospace market. Their technology leads the way in delivering hybrid and all-electric propulsion solutions across Urban Air Mobility (UAM), Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), and General Aviation (GA). Operating from a state-of-the-art 39,000 sq ft facility in Oxfordshire, the company's ultra-high-performance, low-weight axial-flux motors and power electronics are smaller, lighter, and more robust than competing technologies. The site includes advanced engineering labs, custom test and validation facilities, and full-scale manufacturing capability. The Opportunity *We're looking for an experienced Metrology Engineer to join the team on a 6-month contract. *This role has been created due to...

Contract Maintenance Engineer Food Manufacturing | Day and Night Shifts | Leicester & Nottingham We are recruiting Contract Maintenance Engineers to join our established team, supporting busy food manufacturing sites across the region. The role involves providing engineering support to production teams, carrying out both reactive and planned maintenance to ensure plant and equipment are operating safely and efficiently with minimal downtime. These opportunities would suit: Contract Engineers looking for extra work on their days off Contract Engineers wanting additional income to top up their pension Contract Engineers seeking their next long-term contract opportunity The Role: Multi-skilled Contract Maintenance Engineer (electrically biased) Reactive and proactive maintenance across plant, equipment and auxiliary systems Support production to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency Ensure planned engineering tasks are completed on time and in full Maintain high standards...

Temporary Global Events Planner When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. The Original British Motorcycling Company This temporary role of Global Events Planner will drive the development, project management and deployment of the Triumph Motorcycles Global Dealer Conference, in Thailand in October 2026. The Global Dealer Conference will bring Triumph’s dealer network together to celebrate the incredible growth of the brand and share plans for the evolution of the brand and the bikes. The aim is to deliver a premium, inspirational, world-class event that will help Triumph and its dealers build the path to future growth and profitability together. This role approx. end date will be November 2026. Company Benefits: Annual Leave – 25 days plus bank holidays. Hybrid Working - Generally 1-day working from home, 4 days in the office....

Contract Manufacturing Engineer   12-Month Contract Outside IR35 £35.00–£45.00 per hour DOE Immediate Start We are currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join a leading engineering business operating within the Aerospace / Space sector on an initial 12-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to support the introduction of new products, improve manufacturing processes, and work on technically challenging projects within a highly regulated, precision engineering environment. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and improving manufacturing methods, supporting production, and ensuring products are manufactured efficiently while maintaining the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities for the appointed Contract Manufacturing Engineer Develop and implement manufacturing processes and work instructions. Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and production readiness activities. Create and maintain manufacturing...

Machine Operator Location: Stratford-upon-Avon Pay: £13.11 per hour (Training Rate) Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00am – 6:00pm | Friday 7:00am – 1:00pm Contract: Temporary to Permanent Pertemps are currently recruiting for an Extrusion Operator to join a well-established manufacturing company in Coventry. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills, as full training will be provided. Key Responsibilities: Set up and operate extrusion machinery to manufacture a range of profiles, including bars, tubing and structural shapes. Select and install dies, mandrels, calibrators, extrusion heads and haul-offs to suit production requirements. Ensure hoppers are supplied with the correct raw materials throughout production. Complete all production and quality records accurately. Carry out dimensional and surface finish checks to ensure products meet company and customer specifications. Remove finished products from the production line and pack them to...

About this position: We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to support the maintenance, repair, and installation of automated machinery within a busy automotive manufacturing environment. You'll play a key role in keeping production equipment operating safely and efficiently. Job Responsibilities: * Carry out mechanical maintenance, repairs, and installations on production machinery. * Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults to minimise downtime. * Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM). * Replace and align mechanical components including bearings, gearboxes, motors, and conveyors. * Support machinery upgrades and commissioning activities. * Work safely in line with site procedures. Experience Required: * Mechanical fitting experience within automotive or manufacturing. * Strong fault-finding skills on industrial machinery. * Experience with conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical assemblies. * Ability to read engineering...

Job Title: B2 FLT Driver / Production Serviceman Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire Duration: Temp to Perm Shifts: Days We are currently recruiting for a Production Serviceman that holds a valid FLT Licence (B1 and B2)for an ongoing contract based in Loughborough. To ensure continuity of production materials and general housekeeping duties within all areas. You will provide indirect labour to transformer production winding, transformer assembly, final assembly and internal transport of consumable materials and transformer parts. Must have B1 and B2 Counterbalance licence Must have Overhead Crane experience Key Duties & Responsibilities: * Maintain and improve level of cleanliness and housekeeping throughout the Production facility. * Movement of materials & parts between areas, including oven process. * Operation of overhead cranes, ride on pallet truck, and fork-lift truck. Shifts: * Mornings - 07:00 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday, 07:00 to 13:00 Friday Pay...

Job Title: FLT Driver / Production Serviceman Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire Duration: Temp to Perm Shifts: Days We are currently recruiting for a Production Serviceman that holds a valid FLT Licence (B1 and B2)for an ongoing contract based in Loughborough. To ensure continuity of production materials and general housekeeping duties within all areas. You will provide indirect labour to transformer production winding, transformer assembly, final assembly and internal transport of consumable materials and transformer parts. Must have B1 and B2 Counterbalance licence Must have overhead Crane experienceKey Duties & Responsibilities: * Maintain and improve level of cleanliness and housekeeping throughout the Production facility. * Movement of materials & parts between areas, including oven process. * Operation of overhead cranes, ride on pallet truck, and fork-lift truck. Shifts: * Mornings - 07:00 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday, 07:00 to 13:00 Friday Pay Rates: *...