37 jobs found in Widnes

Job Description: Production Operative We are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity as a Production Operative to join our client’s busy manufacturing site. This role offers the chance to work within a clean, organised, and team-focused production environment. Key Responsibilities: * Maintaining raw material levels and loading materials into machinery * Working collaboratively within a team to meet production targets * Ensuring production areas remain clean and tidy in line with GMP standards * Booking in deliveries, maintaining accurate stock records, and recording batch numbers * Supporting efficient production processes to meet customer delivery deadlines Working Hours: This role operates on a rotating shift pattern: * 6:00am – 2:00pm * 2:00pm – 10:00pm About You: * Reliable and punctual * Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment * Strong attention to detail * Able to work effectively as part of a team If you...

LEAD INFORMATION Job Title: Hygiene Operative Site Location: Ellesmere Port, Cheshire Reporting To: Hygiene Supervisor / Shift Manager Role Purpose: Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the production facility, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and hygiene requirements. CLIENT OVERVIEW Our client operates a large-scale manufacturing and production facility and places a strong emphasis on hygiene, safety, and quality standards across all areas of the site. KEY INFORMATION Contract Type: Temporary / Ongoing (Agency Assignment) Working Hours: Shift-based, 4on4off, days only 6am-6pm Pay Rate: £12.67ph, optional overtime available @1.33x basic rate THE ROLE The Hygiene Operative will be responsible for carrying out scheduled cleaning and hygiene duties across production, equipment, and communal areas. The role supports safe and efficient site operations by ensuring all hygiene standards are consistently met. This position requires a reliable and...

We're hiring skilled Sheet Metal Workers to join a long-term programme building some of the UK's most advanced naval platforms - a multi-year career opportunity with serious scope. This is hands-on, skilled work where your craftsmanship will directly contribute to a high-profile defence platform. You'll be part of a tight-knit team shaping complex metal structures in a dynamic shipbuilding environment. What you'll be doing: Manufacturing and installing marine-grade ventilation, HVAC systems, and interior furnishings. Interpreting and working from technical drawings to high engineering standards. Using a variety of hand tools and manual techniques to deliver precision work. Working in tight, confined, or elevated areas safely and efficiently. Supporting first-time quality standards - this isn't rework; it's right-first-time.What you'll bring: Recognised Trade Papers / Modern Apprenticeship Certificate - essential SVQ Level 3 / NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Level 3. Experience...

5 Month Contract working in the Filling team. 4 on 4 off shift pattern days and nights. Based in Speke in Liverpool. Working under the Team Leader, the Process Technician is responsible for executing the manufacturing processes in the Aseptic Filling department in accordance with written procedures. The role holder will provide (be trained in) the technical skill sets necessary to manufacture high quality vaccines in a compliant, efficient and cost-effective manner. Responsibilities Carries out all sterile filling process operations using local SOPs and batch documentation whilst in full compliance with cGMP to meet production schedule demands. To work in a safe manner in compliance with all pertinent UK legislation, Seqirus mandatory policies, guidelines and site procedures for Health, Safety and Environment. When manufacturing ensure that all Departmental SOPs and MIs are followed and: * Ensure appropriate control, monitoring and delivery of activities in their area of...

A global pharmaceutical company are recruiting for the next campaign and will be recruiting for Process Technicians for Flu manufacturing. The roles we require talented, adaptable individuals who can operate to the highest possible standards with a strong focus on safety, quality and compliance. The successful candidates will be instrumental in the creation of a new, operational areas within Manufacturing. The role will involve 12 Hour Day and Night Shifts working 4 on 4 off Days 4-Month Role £21.02. When manufacturing ensure that all Departmental SOPs and MIs are followed and: * Ensure appropriate control, monitoring and delivery of activities in their area of work. * Ensure that all documentation is completed correctly, accurately in a timely manner and signed by the relevant personnel. * Carryout final documentation review and sign off to ensure documentation is right first time. * Ensure compliance to Health and Safety regulations. Consistently demonstrating the...

CareerMakers Recruitment is currently looking for Production Operative on behalf of our client based in Wigan, WN2 AREA. In this position, you’ll use hand tools to assemble and finish products, ensuring accuracy and quality. Responsibilities include applying coating to finished products, following safety procedures, and meeting production targets. Attention to detail is essential in maintaining product standards and contributing to efficient manufacturing operations. Responsibilities: * Operating different parts of the machinery * Using hand tools to prepare products * Applying coating to materials and finished products * Quality checking products * Maintaining quality and safety standards * Maintaining equipment Working hours: 6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm, 10pm - 6am (rotating weekly) Monday - Friday Payrate: £12.21 (£15 shift allowance per day) If you are interested in the role, and have the relevant experience please apply with your CV or give us a call on...

Machine Operator – Manufacturing Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester Pay Rate: £13.00 – £14.00 per hour Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts (06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00) Job Type: Full-time, ongoing Proactive Personnel are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing company in Wigan. We are currently looking for experienced Machine Operators to work on rotating shifts in a fast-paced production environment. Machine Operator – Job Description As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining manufacturing machinery while ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are met. Key Responsibilities * Operating manufacturing and production machinery * Machine setting and adjustments (desirable) * Following the daily and weekly production plan * Using production PC systems to record: * Production data * Downtime and faults * Quality checks and inspections * Product specifications *...

Job Title: Glass Technician / Loading Shovel Operator Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: 4 on 4 off – 6am – 6am & 6pm – 6am Pay: £16.71 p/h – equivalent salary £37,694.00 Location: Wirral Are you looking for: A hands-on role where every day brings something different? A stable, long-term position with a company that invests in its people? A chance to put your practical skills to work in a safe, supportive environment? If that sounds like you — read on. About the Company: We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established and rapidly growing organisation within the industrial and materials processing sector. The company prides itself on its strong safety culture, investment in training, and commitment to continuous improvement. You’ll be joining a professional and supportive team where hard work, reliability, and initiative are genuinely valued. About the Role: As a Glass Technician / Loading Shovel Operator, you’ll play a key part in keeping operations running...

Paint Sprayers (days/nights) Winsford £16.44 days / £18.90 nights Contract to permanent role 41.5 hours + any overtime (x1.25/x1.5)   Certain Advantage is partnering with an automotive manufacturer to recruit experienced Paint Sprayers. This role focuses on preparing and finishing commercial vehicles and components to top-quality standards while supporting efficient production and safety practices.   Key Responsibilities: Prepare, prime, and spray vehicle bodies, chassis, and component parts to a high standard of finish. Use single-pack and two-pack paints in line with manufacturer and safety requirements. Meet production schedules by working effectively alone or with others. Follow instructions and maintain a clean, organised, and safe work area. Handle materials responsibly to minimise waste. Support a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Take on additional duties when required, with suitable training provided.  Your Background: Experience in preparing and...

My client based in BOLTON is seeking HGV TECHNICIAN. Your job will be to maintain our fleet - a task that will see you working with diverse vehicle technology and sophisticated ancillary equipment. Day to day you will: * Carry out service, maintenance and repair of all types of vehicles and equipment * Diagnose and rectify all types of faults * Prepare and carry out MOT * Ensure Health & Safety regulations and safe working practices are adhered to Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential * Demonstrate proven experience and knowledge of repairing and maintaining vehicles * DBS check to be completed before start date (we will do this in-house) * HGV licence class 1 or class 2 an advantage but not necessary and opportunities for HGV licences possible * Inspection training/IRTEC accreditation an advantage but can be provided. * Hydraulics and pneumatics are an advantage but training can be provided if required * You...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit 2x Manufacturing Controller subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.   This role requires someone with Stores experience within a manufacturing environment.    Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph.  Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week, are worked at the Overtime rate of time and a half.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Manufacturing Controller Job Description: The Manufacturing Controller role will involve issue, receipt and management of stores and inventory in a stores environment. Loading, control and monitoring of work packages in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: Stock control / storekeeping including shelf life control. Loading the manufacturing cells with the requisite jobs in accordance with...

Electrical Calibration Operator 12 Month Bolton £21.12 rising to £22.12 PAYE (£28.35 rising to £29.70 Umbrella) Role Purpose As a valued member of the Manufacturing function, the Electrical Calibration Operator is responsible for the routine calibration, maintenance, and repair of both Special To Type Test Equipment (STTE) and Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) equipment. This role ensures all test and measurement instruments are compliant with proprietary procedures and company standards to maintain operational traceability.   Key Responsibilities Perform initial and routine calibration, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of electrical test and measurement equipment (e.g., Power Supplies, Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, and Function Generators). Carry out in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation within the factory environment. Ensure factory-specific and proprietary measuring equipment is maintained strictly in accordance with...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Wiring Operator on an initial 12 month contract and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: Hourly Rate: £28.35ph for the first 12 weeks and then £29.70 after week 12 (Umbrella).  Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week.   Electrical Wiring Operator Job Description: An exciting opportunity for a Skilled Electrical Wiring Operator to join our Calibration and Maintenance team for a 12-month period in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment. We are seeking a Skilled Wire Operator to join our Calibration & Maintenance Team, to fault diagnose and repair bespoke cabling to drawing specifications. Fault finding and subsequent repair of cable assemblies. Carry out surface mount repair on CCAs. Maintain and repair test/measuring equipment to...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a General Operative (Microelectronics / Soldering) on an initial 12 month contract.  This position will specifically require experience with strong soldering experience.  Any prior microelectronics experience would be great, i.e. soldering under a microscope.  You will also need experience working within a manufacturing environment. There are 3 positions working on standard days and 1 position working nights.   Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph.  Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Job Spec: The General Operator will be responsible for the carrying out of manufacturing and self-certification tasks within the deployed business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Controller subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. This role requires someone with Stores experience within a manufacturing environment.  Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph.  Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week, are worked at the Overtime rate of time and a half.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Manufacturing Controller Job Description: The Manufacturing Controller role will involve issue, receipt and management of stores and inventory in a stores environment. Loading, control and monitoring of work packages in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: Stock control / storekeeping including shelf life control. Loading the manufacturing cells with the requisite jobs in accordance...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Wiring Operator on an initial 12 month contract and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: Hourly Rate: £28.35ph for the first 12 weeks and then £29.70 after week 12 (Umbrella).  Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week.   Electrical Wiring Operator Job Description: An exciting opportunity for a Skilled Electrical Wiring Operator to join our Calibration and Maintenance team for a 12-month period in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment. We are seeking a Skilled Wire Operator to join our Calibration & Maintenance Team, to fault diagnose and repair bespoke cabling to drawing specifications. Fault finding and subsequent repair of cable assemblies. Carry out surface mount repair on CCAs. Maintain and repair test/measuring equipment to...

Manufacturing Engineer (Assembly and Integration) Bolton £35 per hour initially 12 months 1-stage interview Mon-Fri Certain Advantage is working in partnership with a large engineering company that operates within the aerospace industry and is currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer. As a key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing.   What will you be doing? Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEAs, FAIs etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework activities. Management of Configuration Control by the embodiment of Design Modifications into the Manufacturing Instructions. Support the Non-Conformance Process using SAP.  A couple of things you should know: Formal...

Food Production Operative – Buckley Pay: £15.19 per hour Location: Buckley Shifts: Rotating Mornings, Afternoons & Nights Hexagon Recruitment is recruiting Food Production Operatives for a reputable food manufacturer in Buckley. This is a great opportunity for ongoing work, with a requirement to work a full rotating shift pattern across mornings, afternoons, and nights. No experience needed—full training provided. Key Responsibilities: Assist with food production, assembly, and packaging Operate machinery safely and efficiently Maintain a clean and hygienic work area Follow strict food safety and quality standards Work with the team to meet production targets What We’re Looking For: Reliability and strong work ethic Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Willingness to work rotating shifts Attention to detail and commitment to safety Benefits: Competitive pay rate + shift premium Paid breaks Long-term, ongoing work Work with an established and respected...

Factory Cleaning Operative - (2pm-10pm) £14.80 per hour Immediate Start Available | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity I am recruiting on behalf of my client, a genuinely supportive, friendly, and well‑respected manufacturing business. This is a brilliant company with an excellent atmosphere, known for looking after their people, rewarding hard work, and offering real opportunities to grow. We are seeking a Cleaning Operative to join their team on an afternoon shift. This is a hands-on role working independently to maintain cleanliness across production and industrial areas that naturally become dirty throughout the day due to the type of product manufactured. Key Responsibilities Completing thorough cleaning of production areas, including heavily exposed industrial zones. Carrying out both planned and reactive cleaning activities across the site. Using a variety of cleaning tools and equipment safely and effectively. Ensuring all cleaning work meets strict internal quality, safety,...

HGV Technician – Temp - Perm Location: Trafford Manchester, M23 Hours: 40 hours per week We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a skilled HGV Technician to join our clients busy Trafford depot on a 3 month temp to perm basis. Working in a modern, well-equipped 6-bay workshop, you will play a key role in maintaining and repairing a fleet of 150 waste vehicles that support essential environmental services across the community. The Role * Use advanced diagnostic tools to identify faults and carry out effective repairs * Dismantle, overhaul and repair vehicle components * Maintain HGVs and plant equipment to ensure operational efficiency * Complete job cards, inspections and documentation via tablets and PDAs * Carry out road tests and assist with roadside breakdowns * Ensure compliance with health & safety procedures * Undertake ad-hoc driving duties (e.g. MOT appointments) About You * City...