15 manufacturing jobs found in Thetford

Location: Royston (SG8) Job Type: Fixed Term Contract Duration: 6 weeks initially with potential to extend Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday - Friday Salary: £31200 per annum / £15.00 per hour Job Reference: 36033 We are seeking Manufacturing Technicians to join our client based just outside Royston. You will join a small but expanding team working on cutting-edge robotics. Initially this role is offered as a 6 week fixed term contract but there could to be opportunities to extend this in due course for the right candidates. Responsibilities: • Assemble mechanical and electrical components (motors, sensors, PCBAs) following SOPs • Test modules and complete system diagnostics on new and existing robots • Perform repairs and upgrades, from simple part replacements to major rebuilds • Support lean manufacturing practices, inventory control and continuous improvement initiative Requirements: • Hands-on technical experience and interest in manufacturing / technology • Strong...

Job Title: Machine Operative (CNC) - Nights Location: Thetford Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 4:00pm - 4:00am (11.5 hours per shift) Pay Rate: £16 per hour Contract Type: Temporary Start Date: ASAP Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Machine Operative to join our client's busy machine shop on the night shift. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating CNC machines to produce small, precision components while maintaining strict quality standards. This role requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to quality control. Key Responsibilities Operate CNC machines to manufacture small precision components in line with engineering specifications. Carry out first-off inspections and regular in-process quality checks. Perform detailed measurements using micrometers, verniers, and other precision measuring equipment. Ensure all components meet required tolerances and quality standards. Monitor machine performance...

Rullion are looking to recruit for the following role: Quality Engineer x 3 Location Sudbury UK Fully site based Monday to Friday ASAP Start 12 months Inside IR35 £23-25.65 per hour PAYE Rates- Umbrella rates can be provided. Flexible working hours 37.5 hours per week The Quality Operations Engineer will be responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and improving key elements of the Quality Management System (QMS) for the Sudbury Site, developing a culture of Quality by education, mentoring and example. Job Responsibilities: Provide Quality support to the Manufacturing Operations Team Support CAPA & Issue Resolution to ensure timely and accurate completion. Administer & support the deviation process to ensure timely and accurate completion. Administer & support the quality notification process to ensure timely and accurate completion. Prepare for supplier, customer, regulatory & notified body audits as required. Conduct internal & supplier quality audits...

NES Fircroft is recruiting a Medic HSEA Advisor for offshore projects mobilising out of Norwich. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic individual to join our leading Oil & Gas operator client's QSSHE team, supporting various offshore assets in the Southern North Sea. Rotation: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off, 12-hour shifts Mobilisation: From Norwich Travel & Accommodation: Mileage covered or economy travel; hotel provided night before mobilisation if required. Duration: 3 years (potential for on-going long-term work)  Job Role:  The primary function of this role is to promote, develop and maintain a Health, Safety and Environmentally aware asset using combined specialist knowledge of team members, and to provide a comprehensive Medic and Occupational Heath function to our offshore platforms and associated NUI’s. Alongside the medical aspect, you will be required to deliver a high level of safety support and coaching to management and platform staff to ensure their...

Location: Cambridge (CB21) Job Type: Temporary initially, with a view to go permanent for the right person Hours: 42.5 hours per week (07:30 - 16:30, including 30-minute lunch break) Salary: £12.82-£17.09ph DoE (including company van available for personal use) Job Reference: 36036 Polytec are looking for a skilled and motivated Service Engineer to join our south Cambridgeshire based client. This role focuses on the installation, servicing and support of automated palletising systems at customer sites across the UK and Ireland. The successful candidate will work both independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality installations, diagnose faults and provide excellent customer support. Over time, the role will also include training in software configuration and system commissioning. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded engineer who enjoys hands-on work, problem solving and travel. Responsibilities: • Install automated palletising systems, including...

Role – Technical Production Supervisor role Location – Mildenhall, Suffolk Working hours – Monday to Friday – Full time hours Capacity of role – Permanent position Salary - £40,000 - £50,000 per annum Our client is a reputable and prestigious manufacturer who is looking to expand their team with an addition to their management team. Main duties will include but not limit to –  Manage all technical aspects of the production process, inclusive of all of the machines and equipment  Solve component machining issues as and when necessary with the assistance of the team  Assist and work closely with the Production Supervisor in motivate and driving forward the Department to meet the output requirements.  Provide technical training to any and all members  Liaise with production control on the requirements of the department.  Assist service engineer visits for the equipment  Investigate and where possible offer suggestions for process improvements and/or cost reductions  Drive...

Market 36 Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Fabricator / MIG Welder on behalf of our client based in Braintree. The Opportunity This role involves working within a manufacturing environment, fabricating and assembling components to specification using MIG welding techniques while ensuring high quality standards are maintained. Roles & Responsibilities • Fabricating and assembling metal components using MIG welding techniques • Working from technical drawings, specifications and project requirements • Using hand tools, power tools and welding equipment safely and effectively • Conducting quality checks on welds and fabricated components • Working with materials such as steel and aluminium • Maintaining a clean and organised workspace in line with health and safety regulations • Collaborating with team members to meet production deadlines and improve workflow efficiency Successful candidates will have • Proven MIG welding experience • Strong understanding of...

Job Specification – Welder / Fabricator Location: Braintree, Essex Pay: £16.00 – £18.00 per hour (depending on experience) Contract Type: Permanent (subject to a 3-month probation period) Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm About the Role: A well-established manufacturing company in Braintree is seeking a skilled Welder / Fabricator to join their growing team. This is a hands-on, full-time position offering long-term stability, excellent pay, and great company benefits. You’ll be working in a structural and architectural fabrication environment, contributing to high-quality projects across a range of sectors. Key Responsibilities: * MIG welding of mild steel components (3mm – 40mm thickness) * Interpreting and working from technical engineering drawings * Operating fabrication machinery and equipment * Working to execution class 2 welding standards * Fabricating bespoke and structural components to specification *...

Now Hiring: Quality Control / Raw Materials Test Engineer Location: Huntingdon Salary: £14ph Contract Type: Ongoing Shift Pattern: Day shift 07.30-16.00 About the role: We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Raw Materials Test Engineer to join our Quality and Materials Engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating, testing, and validating incoming raw materials to ensure they meet company specifications, regulatory standards, and performance requirements. Your work will support product quality, supplier compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing process. Key Responsibilities: Perform laboratory testing and analysis of raw materials using approved test methods and procedures. Verify that incoming materials meet technical specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Investigate material non-conformances Work closely with Quality Assurance, R&D, Procurement, and Production teams to...

eCommerce SEO Specialist Peterborough 12 Month Contract - With Potential to Extend Full-time onsite: Monday-Friday, flexible start 08:00-09:00, early finish on Fridays. Up to £28.35 PAYE + Holiday Pay & Pension Contribution (umbrella rates also available) This is a great opportunity to join a global name in the Engineering and Manufacturing sector, based at one of their major UK sites in Peterborough. The company supports industries ranging from Transportation to Energy and is well known for its engineering expertise, long-standing heritage, and forward-looking approach to digital and technology. With several digital initiatives underway, their international eCommerce platform is growing and changing fast, making this an ideal time for an SEO specialist who wants to take ownership, shape direction, and make a visible impact. The Role As the SEO Specialist, you will play an important part in improving the visibility and performance of an international eCommerce platform....

Process Design Engineer – Structural, Pipework & Vessel Design (FMCG Process Equipment) Location: Peterborough Rate: £35 - £40ph LTD Company Outside IR35 Remote work available with the occasional office visit Job Purpose We are seeking a Design Engineer to join the Engineering design team, supporting the development, modification, and documentation of structural, vessel, and pipework solutions within the FMCG process equipment sector. The role supports liquid and powder process engineering projects across food, beverage, brewery, bakery, dairy, and utility applications, delivering high-quality cradle-to-grave design outputs that meet industry standards and customer requirements. You will work within a multidisciplinary project team, contributing your own engineering ideas while ensuring designs are practical, economical, and suitable for manufacture and installation. Key Responsibilities of the Design Engineer: • Design and develop process machinery including mixers,...

Control Panel Wirer – Peterborough £20 - £22 p/h 3-month contract Immediate start This business is a specialist manufacturer of high precision machinery. As well as working with globally recognised clients this client has had steady turnovers for many years. They are now looking to expand and require a Panel Wireman to join them on a long-term contract. The Panel Wirer will be responsible for the following. Assemble electrical panels from schematics. Wire components such as relays, contactors, drives, and terminals. Cable management, ferruling, and loom installation. Support mechanical and electrical build teams. Maintain workshop safety and organisation. The candidate must possess the following skills to be considered for this role: Experience wiring industrial control panels. Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics. Electrical qualification preferred (NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds). Experience in manufacturing or conveyor systems is a plus. The benefits of...

Customer Order Management Certain Advantage are recruiting 4 Customer Order Management Representatives in Peterborough for a 12-month onsite contract (5 days/week). Role Overview Serve as the single point of contact for assigned accounts, managing the full order lifecycle to ensure accurate, on-time delivery. We’re working with a global power technology company that designs and manufactures diesel and alternative-fuel engines, generators, and related components for a wide range of industries. Key Responsibilities Manage customer accounts end-to-end (setup, order entry/changes, escalations, logistics). Liaise with customers, distribution centres, manufacturing plants, and internal teams to fulfil orders. Provide clear communication and accurate documentation throughout. Resolve complex queries in line with SLAs; escalate when required. Maintain accurate records in internal systems. Ensure export compliance and complete shipping documentation. Support quality issue resolution...

Role:-               Test and Inspection Engineer Based:-           St. Neots. Cambridgeshire PE19 Duration:-        12 months+ Rate:-               £29.00 - £34.00 p/h  PAYE Our client is a leader within the Automation and Control Systems field with operations in over 100 countries worldwide. They are seeking an experienced Inspection & Test Engineer to be based at their site in St. Neots, Cambridgeshire. ROLE: To undertake the inspection of DCS, Network/Server Cabinets assembled on site to engineering drawings and bills of materials. Produce Inspection reports to highlight faults and corrective actions. (Quality Control) Staging and energisation of DCS cabinets for Project Teams Circuit/loop type testing and simulation tests Provide support during Factory Acceptance Tests as required Work as a member of the Inspection & Test team, helping to ensure projects are on time and on budget Maintain test equipment loan and calibration databases. MAIN...

Contract Opportunity: Principal RF Engineer - Great Baddow or Cowes A leading organisation within the defence and advanced technology sector is seeking an experienced Principal RF Engineer to join on a contract basis at our clients Great Baddow site or Cowes. This is a senior technical role working on complex RF hardware design, supporting both new product development and enhancements to existing systems. If you're looking for a role where your expertise genuinely shapes high‑integrity, mission‑critical technology, this is an excellent opportunity. The Role As a Principal RF Engineer, you will take ownership of RF design activities from concept through to delivery. You'll act as a technical authority within the team, providing leadership, mentoring, and expert guidance on RF matters. You may also serve as RF lead at subsystem or LRU level. Based at Great Baddow or Cowes Key Responsibilities Lead RF system and circuit design activities Perform RF and electromagnetic...