18 manufacturing jobs found in Barrow-in-Furness

Mechanical Technician Department: Oil & Gas (Subsea) Location: Barrow-in-Furness Type: Full-Time As a Mechanical Technician, you'll play a vital role in supporting our manufacturing operations across electronic, mechanical, and systems functions. You'll be hands-on with testing, troubleshooting, and process control-ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and performance. What You'll Do * Execute technical tasks within dedicated work groups and key cell projects * Apply test techniques and procedures to validate product integrity * Interpret and work from job packets, routings, wire lists, and bills of material * Maintain and calibrate production tools and equipment * Diagnose and repair product, process, or program defects * Read blueprints, identify components, and perform wire preparation, stripping, crimping, harness repair, and termination * Operate and program automated machinery * Drive continuous improvement using our Manufacturing System...

The Production Leader will work under the guidance of the Operations Manager alongside fellow Production Area Leaders. They will direct day to day operations, primarily focused on ensuring we 'win the day' in terms of safety, quality, service, cost and engagement. An element of the role will be forward looking, driving improvements in the area, striving towards operational excellence and reducing costs. On a day to day basis they will: Provide front line leadership and supervision to the production employees within your department Identify and drive safety improvements, working with crews to raise and close safety actions. Ensure Risk Assessments are relevant and up to date for all processes within the area. Establish an effective Tier 1 meeting and coach operators on first line problem resolution and quality conformance. Run Tier 2, monitoring production rates, yields, quality, costs and order statusAttend and collate reports/productivity, outputs etc for Tier 3 Desired...

Job Title: Manufacturing Operative Location: Bolton (BL3) Pay: £12.21 per hour Hours: 37.5 per week Working Schedule: Mon - Thu: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Fri: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM About the Role We are looking to recruit new team members to join our manufacturing department. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong background in manufacturing and an eye for detail. Key Responsibilities Assembly and production of wiring looms, cable assemblies, and related components. Working from technical drawings and specifications. Performing quality checks to ensure compliance with customer requirements. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Adhering to health and safety guidelines at all times. Essential Requirements Previous experience working in a manufacturing or assembly environment. Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced setting. Good attention to detail and manual dexterity. Desirable Experience in soldering or similar precision...

Our client has an opportunity for a General Operator to join them on a contract basis for 12 months with possible potential for extension. You 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 project objectives. Role: General Operator Location: Bolton - Fully Onsite Hours: Full Time - shift patterns may be a possibility including weekends or nights Hourly Rate: £24.78 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 What you'll be doing: Carry out detailed standard assembly / manufacturing activities, undertaking all work to requisite procedures, quality standards, safety requirements and timescales. Contribute to the efficient movement of work and information in the manufacturing area. Adhere in all activities to agreed standards and behaviours. Comply with all health and safety requirements. IPC...

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...

MERITUS are recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer to support in assembly and integration for major defence programmes from our client's Bolton HQ. *MUST HAVE DEMONSTRABLE SAP EXPERIENCE IN YOUR CV, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT IT* MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - MUST HAVE SAP EXPERIENCE - INSIDE IR35 - £35 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS (HIGHLY LIKELY EXTENSION) - BOLTON - MUST UNDERGO SC CLEARANCE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA's, FAI's etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing...

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...

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 with...

Job Title Pipefitter Location Barrow, United Kingdom Salary & Shifts Range of payrates based on shifts, full breakdown below Introduction - What's special about us? Our partner, BAE Systems, are seeking experienced Pipe Fitters to join their growing team in Barrow on a 12-month contract, offering competitive rates for both locals and those willing to commute from further afield. As part of a specialist team, you'll be working on the latest generation of Submarines, Either Astute or Dreadnought Projects. If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity, click the apply button now, or read on to find out more. What will I be doing? Fabrication and Installation of Pipe Systems and Components. All work conducted in accordance with quality standards and regulatory requirements. Manufacturing to isometrics pipes/installing pipelines General Pipefitting/fabrication - Oil and Gas Always Work safely, complying with Health and Safety and other relevant regulations and...

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Technician for a leading multi-national oilfield services company and a leader in digital solutions for subsurface and surface engineering, based in Barrow in Furness. This is an initial 6 months contract position working on site in Barrow in Furness. Pay rate is £18.50 per hour. Duties of the role/Responsibilities • Perform technical duties on functional work group projects. • Employ test techniques and procedures for key cell projects. • Use job packets, routings, work orders, wire lists, quality travellers and bills of material. • Maintain production tools and equipment. • Perform troubleshooting to diagnose product, process or program defects and repair them. • Ensure ability to: read blueprints; identify components; perform wire preparation, stripping and crimping; perform harness repair and termination; use pertinent manual hand tools. • Maintain skills in electronics, hydraulics and mechanical assemblies, automated machine...

HGV Technician Whitehaven – Cumbria Days – 38 hour week - 8am - 4pm Ongoing Questech Automotive Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a Council client for an experienced Vehicle Technician. This is a days role and can be PAYE, UMBRELLA OR LTD. If you are self employed and have your own LTD Company, or are looking for a temporary position then please get in touch. We are looking for Technicians/mechanics from a Commercial, HGV, PSV or LGV background. You will be an apprentice trained, fully qualified Technician that has experience working with a variety of LGV or HGV vehicles ROLE * Electrical, mechanical and hydraulic fault diagnosis, repair and installation * Setting and operating of machine tools and equipment * Department of Transport (MOT) testing duties (if approved tester) * Support workshops team members including Apprentice Technicians as required. * Accurately record time to complete jobs and associated details * Use of skills and performance...

Job Title: Production Lead Location: Skelmersdale (Full-time, On-site) Contract: 6 Months Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum About the Role We are looking for an experienced Production Lead to join our team in Skelmersdale on a 6-month contract. You will work alongside two other Production Leads, taking ownership of day-to-day operations while driving improvements across safety, quality, service, and cost. This role requires someone who can hit the ground running-an individual with strong supervisory experience and a proven background in manufacturing and production environments. Key Responsibilities Provide frontline leadership and supervision to a team of 25-30 production staff. Manage day-to-day operations to ensure targets are met across safety, quality, service, and cost. Lead effective Tier 2 daily meetings, working closely with planners, maintenance engineers, and safety personnel. Collate, analyse, and submit operational reports to senior leadership. Work...

JOB VACANCY Multi-Skilled Production Operative - Aspatria Overview: We are seeking experienced Multi-Skilled Production Operatives to join a well-established manufacturing team based in Aspatria. Candidates must be computer literate and comfortable working within a fast-paced production environment. Key Requirements: Computer literate Previous production or manufacturing experience (preferred) Ability to work 12-hour shifts Strong reliability and teamwork skillsShift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off Rotating 12-hour shifts (days and nights)Pay Rate: £14.00 per hourLocation: AspatriaHow to Apply: Call: (phone number removed) Email your CV to: Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your...

General Operator Initial 12-month contract Onsite in Bolton SC (can start on BPSS clearance) £24.78ph, UMB, inside IR35 (rising to £26.12ph after 12 weeks) Please note, due to the nature of work, this role is only open to sole British nationals who can obtain SC level Security Clearance. Our client, a respected company in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a General Operator with experience in soldering, PCB assembly, and electronics to join their team in Bolton. This is a contract position that plays a crucial role in supporting the company's increased workload and ensuring the successful delivery of projects. Key Responsibilities: Performing soldering tasks and assembling PCB components Conducting CCA assembly and ensuring all electronic components are correctly fitted Inspection of assembled products to maintain high quality standards Following detailed work instructions and safety protocols Collaborating with team members to meet production targets Identifying...

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...

An opportunity has arisen with my client for an Electrical Wiring Operator to join them on a 12-month contract. As an Electrical Wiring Operator you will join the Calibration and Maintenance Team to fault diagnose and repair bespoke cabling to drawing specifications. Role: Electrical Wiring Operator Pay: £28.35 per hour via umbrella (rising to £29.70 per hour after 12 weeks) Location: Bolton Contract: 12 Months Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week Security Clearance: BPSS however needs to achieve Security Clerance. Responsibilities: Fault finding and subsequent repair of cable assemblies. Carry out surface mount repair on CCAs. Maintain and repair test/measuring equipment to component level. PAT testing across the manufacturing site. Interrogate drawings during fault finding activities. Safety systems testing of Test & Measuring equipment in line with documented procedures. Provide Technical support to facilitate the efficient servicing of STTE to enable...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 4x General Operative’s with very strong Soldering experience 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...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit an Electronics Assembler / Microelectronics Operator on a night shift. PCB, Wiring, Soldering, Electronics Assembler, Electronics Test Technician experience sought after. on initial 12 month contract and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: £33.04 per hour   Micro-electronics Operator (Night shift) Job Description: The Micro-electronics Operator will be responsible for the assembly of Micro-electronics components in accordance with Manufacturing Instructions and drawings, certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and time scales to match project objectives.   Assembly of Micro-electronic components in accordance with Manufacturing Instructions / drawings. Completion of Route Cards and manufacturing documentation. Work in accordance with Clean Room operating procedures and...