33 manufacturing jobs found in Witham

Location: Melbourn, near Royston (SG8) Type of Work: Temporary Duration: 3 months initially, transfer to permanent staff for the right candidates Hours: 8am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday (37.5 hour week) Moving to weekly shift rotations 13th July 2026 early / late shift (6am - 2:30pm and 1:30pm - 10pm on a weekly rotation) Salary: £17 per hour Job Reference: 36205 Polytec are looking for Manufacturing Technicians to complete assembly tasks for our client based in Melbourn, near Royston. Ideally you will have access to your own transport due to the shift pattern requirements. Responsibilities: * Assembling small plastic components Requirements: * Experience assembling small items * Attention to detail, good dexterity and an awareness of quality requirements * Cleanroom experience would be useful but full training will be given. You must be comfortable in lab PPE including hairnet, shoe covers, gloves and coat * Familiarity with a glovebox assembly would be beneficial Please contact...

Composite Laminator Location: Witham, Essex Pay Rate: Negotiable (Paid via PAYE Inside IR35) Monday to Friday, 08:00-4:30 (Plus 20% uplift on night shift) Contract: 6 - 12 months, potential for extension/permanent About Us We deliver all aspects of design, engineering, testing and manufacture from a single facility. This vertical integration represents considerable supply chain benefits to our customers and a broad working environment for our teams. We are partners on ultra-premium, low-volume programmes delivering vehicle programmes for the ultra-exclusive, ultra-high-value automotive sector for automotive brands. Role Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for Carbon Laminators to join our team delivering design, engineering, and manufacturing solutions for some of the world's most exclusive and ultra-premium car programmes. If you have a passion and desire for delivering high-end products and components - intricate machining, carbon fibre mould tooling, complex jigs, and...

Composite Trimmer Location: Witham, Essex Pay Rate: Negotiable (Paid via PAYE Inside IR35) Monday to Friday, 08:00-4:30 (Plus 20% uplift on night shift) Contract: 6 months, potential for extension/permanent About Us We deliver all aspects of design, engineering, testing and manufacture from a single facility. This vertical integration represents considerable supply chain benefits to our customers and a broad working environment for our teams. We are partners on ultra-premium, low-volume programmes delivering vehicle programmes for the ultra-exclusive, ultra-high-value automotive sector for automotive brands. Role Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for Carbon Trimmers to join our team delivering design, engineering, and manufacturing solutions for some of the world's most exclusive and ultra-premium car programmes. If you have a passion and desire for delivering high-end products and components - intricate machining, carbon fibre mould tooling, complex jigs, and...

Factory Operative Location: Witham, Essex Pay: £12.85 per hour Hours: Weekly rotating - 06:00-14:00 & 14:00-22:00 We are currently recruiting Factory Operatives to join a well-established manufacturing company based in Witham. This is an excellent long-term opportunity offering full-time hours, ongoing training, and the chance to secure a permanent position with a significant pay increase. This role is ideal for candidates with previous manufacturing or factory experience who are looking to join a busy production environment with genuine career progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities of Factory Operative: Preparing products ready for the manufacturing process Working on production lines within a fast-paced factory environment Operating machinery and manufacturing equipment Using overhead cranes and forklifts where required (full training provided) Loading, unloading and safely moving products around the factory Carrying out quality inspections on finished...

Market 36 Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Resin Shop Operative on behalf of our client. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business offering a permanent position following a successful temporary period. Working within a clean room environment, you will be responsible for producing high-quality components while adhering to strict health, safety and quality standards. Roles & Responsibilities * Follow all Health & Safety procedures, including the use of protective suits, gloves, respirators, safety footwear and local extraction systems where required. * Work within the Resin Shop Clean Room, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and housekeeping. * Assemble moulds and prepare them for production. * Mix and pour polyurethane and epoxy resins, hardeners and fillers in accordance with work instructions. * Operate vacuum systems to fill moulds with resin. * Demould finished products and prepare them for...

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contract Procurement Specialist - Essex to join our customer on an initial contract basis. This role offers an OUTSIDE IR35 determination, meaning we can accept candidates who wish to operate through their own PSC. Our customer is a leading developer of high-performance embedded computing solutions, supplying innovative technology across sectors including defence, aerospace, and telecommunications. Due to increased demand, they are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to support their supply chain and procurement function. As a Contract Procurement Specialist - Essex, you will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, purchase orders, and procurement activities to ensure the timely supply of critical components. You will work closely with Planning, Engineering, and Sales teams to drive supplier performance, reduce costs and lead times, and support strategic sourcing initiatives. Key Responsibilities -...

Electrical Assembler Location: Sudbury, Suffolk Hours: Monday to Thursday | 06:30 - 17:00 (Four-day working week) Salary: £14.00 - £16.50+ per hour (DOE) Contract: Temporary to Permanent Stonetech Recruitment are working with a well-established manufacturing business in Sudbury to recruit an Electrical Assembler. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company producing high-quality electrical control panels and enclosures. Working within a clean, modern production environment, you'll become part of a supportive team with the opportunity to secure a permanent position. The Role As an Electrical Assembler, you'll be responsible for assembling, wiring and testing electrical control panels to a high standard. Key Responsibilities * Assemble and wire electrical control panels, cabinets and enclosures to engineering specifications. * Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical drawings. * Install and wire components...

Job Specification Job Title: Electronics Engineer (2-yr FTC, PAYE) Location: Hybrid (3 days on-site @ Great Chesterford) Reporting To: Technical Lead Overview We are seeking a proficient Electronics Engineer to design, develop, and validate complex electronic circuits. This role focuses on advanced analogue and digital circuit design, with occasional involvement in Microwave RF systems. The successful candidate will take their designs through a full product lifecycle from prototyping and circuit design through to design verification and production support. You will be working on our new product development and/or the advanced equipment needed to test and validate it. Blighter Surveillance Systems Ltd. designs and sells electronic-scanning ground radar systems for national border security, counter-drone, perimeter security and coastline security. Our radars have a reputation for performance and reliability, protecting lives and critical assets worldwide. As an SME, we are able to...

Job Title: Senior Electronics Engineer (2-yr FTC, PAYE) Location: Hybrid (3 days on-site) Reporting To: Engineering Manager / Technical Lead Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Electronics Engineer to design, develop, and validate complex electronic systems. This role focuses on advanced analogue and digital circuit design, with occasional involvement in Microwave RF systems. The successful candidate will take ownership of the full product lifecycle from prototyping and circuit design through to design verification and production support. You will be given responsibility for delivering one of the radar electronic sub-systems. Blighter Surveillance Systems Ltd. designs and sells electronic-scanning ground radar systems for national border security, counter-drone, perimeter security and coastline security. Our radars have a reputation for performance and reliability, protecting lives and critical assets worldwide. As an SME, we are able to develop and...

The RLE INTERNATIONAL Group is one of the world's leading providers in the fields of vehicle development, technology and consulting. On the basis of more than 40 years of development & consulting, we provide innovative and effective solutions for our UK customers in the area of Automotive Engineering. RLE INTERNATIONAL is represented at locations close to its customers in Europe, Asia and USA. Position Description: Plant IT CIM Engineer Rate: £27.38 (via Umbrella PAYE) increasing to £35.89 under AWR’s) Agency Worker Regulations) Lead the seamless operation of PFS (Plant Floor System) applications at our client’s largest European engine manufacturing facility Become the subject matter expert (SME) for several PFS applications and utilise that knowledge to provide production support, and new ideas and solutions. Lead the escalation and resolution of critical incidents/issues, working and collaborating with in-plant customers, other in Plant IT and our global IT organisation...

Mechanical Design Engineer - Ipswich, Suffolk - Negotiable Salary (DOE) + Benefits Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work on bespoke engineering projects across the marine, industrial and power generation sectors? We are currently recruiting for a Design Engineer to join a well-established engineering business based in Ipswich. You will be responsible for designing mechanical systems and associated equipment for diesel generating sets and bespoke engineering projects, supporting products from concept through to manufacture and commissioning. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, including industrial installations, purpose-built acoustic and thermal enclosures, plant room applications, commercial marine vessels, super yachts and MOD projects. We are open to candidates at the start of their career, whether that's via work experience or graduates. Key Responsibilities: - Produce detailed mechanical designs from customer and sales...

Hardware Team Leader Location: Kent Rate: £87.83 per hour Umbrella Duration: 12 Months We seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance. Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Hardware Team Leader to lead a team of hardware engineers supporting the development and production of complex, safety-critical electronic systems within the aerospace and defence sector. This role combines technical leadership with people management, ensuring the successful delivery of engineering activities throughout the full product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate and develop a multidisciplinary hardware engineering team. Manage engineering work packages, including cost, schedule, resource planning, risk and delivery. Ensure engineering activities effectively support development, production and New Product Introduction (NPI). Provide technical governance, ensuring...

TIG & Aluminium Welders Required – Buntingford – Temporary Roles – Potential to Go Permanent I am currently recruiting for experienced TIG & Aluminium Welders to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Buntingford. This is a great opportunity for skilled welders looking for a temporary position, with the potential for the right candidates to secure a permanent role. What's on offer: Competitive hourly rate Temporary position with potential to go permanent Opportunity to work with a reputable manufacturing company Consistent work and the chance to showcase your welding skills The role will involve: TIG welding aluminium components Working from engineering drawings Producing high-quality welds to company standards Carrying out quality checks Maintaining a safe and organised working environment We're looking for: Previous TIG welding experience Strong aluminium welding experience Ability to read engineering drawings Good attention to detail...

A well established engineering family run business located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk are currently seeking a Welder / Fabricator to join their expanding team. MIG Welder Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Salary: £14.00 - £16.50 per hour (depending on experience) Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:00am - 4:45pm Stonetech Recruitment are working with a well-established manufacturer in Bury St Edmunds who supply specialist equipment to the agricultural industry. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced MIG Welderto join their skilled manufacturing team. Working Hours * Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 4:45pm * Overtime available during the week, with additional weekend overtime during busy periods. The Role You'll be responsible for MIG welding and fabricating a range of products, including ventilation units and other equipment used within the agricultural sector. This is a hands-on role within a modern manufacturing environment where quality and...

Location: Cambridge (CB22) Job Type: Temporary, with the potential to go perm for the right candidate Hours: 8am - 4pm, Monday - Friday, but can be flexible Salary: £16.92 per hour Job Reference: 36230 Polytec are looking for a motivated and reliable Production Assistant to support our client in South Cambridgeshire. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. No previous manufacturing experience is required-full training will be provided. Working closely with the Production Supervisor and wider team, you'll help ensure products are assembled, packed and prepared to the highest quality standards while maintaining a safe and organised working environment. Responsibilities: • Assisting with the assembly of precision products • Packing finished products for dispatch • Cleaning and maintaining production equipment and work areas • Providing holiday cover across the production department • Maintaining a clean, safe and organised...

Mechanical Fitter We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Fitter Working as part of a skilled Engineering team, you will play a key role in the installation of material handling systems This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive maintenance professional with strong mechanical skills and experience within a heavy manufacturing or industrial environment. Skills & Experience To be successful in this role, you will have: * A recognised Mechanical Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, or City & Guilds Level 3). * Previous experience in a Mechanical Fitter or Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role within a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment. * The ability to read and interpret engineering and technical drawings. * Welding, grinding, and oxy-acetylene cutting experience. * Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to maintenance. If you are an experienced Mechanical Fitter looking to join...

NPI Manufacturing Engineer - 6 Month Contract - £50-55 per hour (Umbrella London | Immediate Start | Overtime Available We're looking for an experienced NPI Manufacturing Engineer to support the introduction of a new high-reliability product into production. This is a hands-on role focused on New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing process development and production support, ensuring products transition from design into manufacture with robust, efficient and repeatable processes. Working closely with Design, Production and Quality teams, you'll develop and validate manufacturing processes, resolve production issues and drive continuous improvement throughout the NPI lifecycle. The Role Lead manufacturing process development and industrialisation activities for new products. Support NPI projects from prototype through to production release. Develop, validate and optimise manufacturing processes to improve quality, efficiency and repeatability. Support prototype, first-off...

Industrial Electrician – Six Month Contract – Starting in 3 Weeks – Weekly Pay Six month industrial installation project Starts in 3 weeks Weekly pay on an hourly rate Electricians, Improvers and Mates required Winberry is supporting a leading electrical contractor delivering a large-scale industrial installation project and is seeking experienced Industrial Electricians, Electrical Improvers and Electrical Mates for a six month contract role. The successful candidates will join a major industrial installation project starting in three weeks, supporting site teams with large-scale electrical installations including containment, cabling, wiring, equipment installation and general industrial electrical works. This opportunity is ideal for reliable candidates with experience working in industrial environments such as warehouses, distribution centres, data centres, solar farms, manufacturing facilities, energy projects and other large-scale installation sites. Experience with...

Overview A leading industrial automation and systems integration business is supporting an upcoming automation project at a brownfield chemical manufacturing facility in Royston and is looking to appoint an experienced Technical Lead. The role will focus on the technical delivery of a complex automation scope within a live operating chemical plant environment. The successful contractor will provide hands-on technical leadership across control systems design, integration, testing, commissioning and site implementation. This role would suit a senior automation professional with proven experience delivering brownfield controls upgrades in chemical, batch manufacturing, pharmaceutical, speciality chemical, petrochemical, COMAH or other regulated process environments. Role Purpose The Technical Lead will be responsible for leading the technical automation scope across the project lifecycle, acting as the key interface between the systems integration team, end client, engineering...

Mechanical Design Engineer 12 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering £50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using CREO? Do you have experience carrying out mechanical design and proving activities? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Carry out Mechanical Design and proving activities as part of a wider team for prime and variant products, of both piece parts and assemblies Support/liaise with manufacturing, resolving manufacturing problems & defects Support the functional & environmental testing and trials Liaise with suppliers/purchasing to...