21 manufacturing jobs found in Barrow-in-Furness

Production / Manufacturing Operative – Full-Time Higher Walton, PR5 £12.71 per hour + overtime at time and a half Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:30pm (42.5 hrs/week) We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established manufacturing company, for Production / Machine Operatives to join their busy factory. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone with experience as a factory operative, production operative, manufacturing operative or looking to start a career in production. What You’ll Be Doing Operating industrial saws and drills (full training provided) Assembling components to order Using measuring tools & following production paperwork accurately Operating production machinery (once trained) Handballing – loading finished goods onto pallets What We’re Looking For Experience as a factory operative, warehouse operative, production operative or similar is an advantage – but not essential Physically fit – able to lift and move heavy objects Good attention to...

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...

Sewing Machinist - Full Time Lancaster Industrial / Manufacturing Sector Monday to Friday Pay: Grade based on experience Immediate Starts Available We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sewing Machinist to join a small, friendly manufacturing team in Lancaster. This is a fantastic full-time opportunity for someone with previous industrial sewing experience who can confidently work on a sewing machine independently. About the Role You will be working as part of a small production team responsible for manufacturing high-quality cushions and related soft furnishings. Duties include: Operating industrial sewing machines independently Manufacturing and assembling cushions Working to production targets and quality standards Supporting general manufacturing duties when required What We're Looking For Previous experience as a sewing machinist (industrial setting preferred) Ability to work confidently and independently on sewing machinery Good attention to detail and...

Join Our Team as a Packer! Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in a dynamic environment? We are seeking 3 Packers to join our team for a temporary assignment in the Production Department. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £12.71 (Days) | £14.28 (Nights) Average Hours: 42 per week Shift Patterns: 6am-6pm & 6pm-6am (Flexibility required, including some Saturdays) Role Purpose: As a Packer, you'll take ownership of the packaging process, ensuring our moulded pulp products are packed efficiently and accurately. Your attention to detail will contribute to the smooth flow of operations and timely delivery of products. Key Responsibilities: Hand pack products to customer specifications and quality standards. Inspect products for quality, reporting any issues promptly. Generate accurate labels for packed products. Maintain a clean and organised packing area. Collaborate...

Join Our Team as a Packer! Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in a dynamic environment? We are seeking 3 Packers to join our team for a temporary assignment in the Production Department. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £12.71 (Days) | £14.28 (Nights) Average Hours: 42 per week Shift Patterns: 6am-6pm & 6pm-6am (Flexibility required, including some Saturdays) Role Purpose: As a Packer, you'll take ownership of the packaging process, ensuring our moulded pulp products are packed efficiently and accurately. Your attention to detail will contribute to the smooth flow of operations and timely delivery of products. Key Responsibilities: Hand pack products to customer specifications and quality standards. Inspect products for quality, reporting any issues promptly. Generate accurate labels for packed products. Maintain a clean and organised packing area. Collaborate...

Job Title: CNC Milling Machinist Location: Preston Area / North West Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Shifts: Day Shift & Night Shift Available Pay: Excellent rates of pay, plus overtime Job Overview We are currently recruiting an experienced CNC Milling Machinist to join a high‑precision engineering manufacturer based in the Preston area. This is a long‑term opportunity offering excellent pay, overtime, and flexible day or night shift options, with the role moving from temporary to permanent for the right candidate. This position would suit a skilled machinist with a strong background in precision manufacturing, capable of working to tight tolerances in a quality‑driven environment. Key Responsibilities Set up, operate, and program CNC milling machines Produce high‑precision components in line with engineering drawings and specifications Carry out tool setting, offset adjustments, and job prove‑out Perform first‑off and in‑process quality inspections using precision...

HGV Technician Ongoing contract  Whitehaven Monday to Friday  £35 hour  OUTSIDE IR35 Are you a Heavy Vehicle Technician looking for week on the North West Coast?   Would you like to join our growing team of HGV tech contractors providing valuable support to workshops across the UK? If so we would love to hear from you! We are looking for an experienced Contract Heavy Vehicle Technician (HGV) to start work as soon as possible in the Cumbria area.  Duties include: • Service, maintain, inspect and repair HGV vehicles and plant when needed to workshop standard • MOT preparation and planned preventative maintenance and quality checks • Fault diagnosis If you are a level 3 qualified, experienced heavy vehicle mechanic (HGV) with experience of working on HGVs and you are looking to start work as soon as possible then please get in touch. Why work as a Contract HGV technician? • Competitive rates of pay • Wages paid weekly • Roles inside and outside IR35 available • Plenty of...

Job Title: CNC Milling & Turning Operator Location: East Lancashire Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Hours: Day Shift (with the possibility of moving to shift work) Overview We are currently seeking an experienced CNC Milling & Turning Operator to join an established precision engineering manufacturer in East Lancashire This is a temporary to permanent opportunity, starting on a day shift, with the potential to move onto rotating or fixed shift work in the future. This role would suit a reliable, hands‑on machinist with experience in setting and operating CNC machines in a precision manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Set and operate CNC milling and turning machines Load and edit programs where required (training provided if needed) Work from engineering drawings and job cards Carry out quality checks using measuring equipment (verniers, micrometers, gauges) Maintain machine tooling and ensure correct offsets are applied Complete jobs to required...

Laser / Waterjet Machine Operator Location: East Lancashire An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Laser / Waterjet Machine Operator to join an established manufacturing operation in the East Lancashire area. This position is suited to a technically competent operator with proven experience in profile cutting operations within a production-led environment. Role Overview The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of laser and/or waterjet cutting machinery, producing components in line with engineering specifications, quality standards, and production schedules. Key Responsibilities Operate CNC-controlled laser and/or waterjet cutting machines in accordance with process documentation and work instructions Load, position, and unload raw materials and finished components using approved handling methods Set up jobs and monitor cutting parameters to ensure dimensional accuracy and surface quality Interpret and work from engineering...

Job Title: Press Brake Operator Location: East Lancashire Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Shift: Day Shift Start: Immediate Role Overview We are currently recruiting an experienced Press Brake Operator for an immediate start to join an established manufacturing company based in East Lancashire. This is a day‑shift, temporary to permanent opportunity, suited to a capable operator with hands‑on experience in programming, setting, and operating press brake machines within a production environment, including work with steel components. Key Responsibilities Program, set, and operate CNC press brake machines Produce components in line with engineering drawings and specifications Select and set correct tooling for each job Carry out first‑off and in‑process quality checks Troubleshoot and resolve production or quality issues Adjust programs and machine settings to maintain accuracy and efficiency Work to tight tolerances and production targets Maintain high standards of health...

We're Hiring! Machine Operative Wanted Location: Lillyhall Position: Machine / Manufacturing Operative Hours: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 3:30 pm Rate: £12.71 per hour (with potential increase based on performance) Key Responsibilities: Operate machinery to produce high-quality products Monitor production processes to ensure smooth, efficient workflow Conduct quality checks on finished goods Assist with routine maintenance tasks Requirements: Previous experience in machine operation or production (preferred) Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality Willingness to learn and adapt Interested? Send your up-to-date CV to Or call us on (phone number removed) Join a fantastic team and take the next step in your career today! 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...

Team Leader – Grounds Maintenance Location: Ormskirk L40 Salary: £13 – £13.50 per hour | Temp to Perm Hours: 7.30am – 3.00pm (currently) | From April 6.30am – 4.00pm About the Role We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a trusted grounds maintenance company in Lancashire, who are looking for an experienced Team Leader. This is a hands-on role leading a small team and delivering high-quality grounds care across a variety of sites. If you have experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or horticulture, and enjoy organising teams, this could be a great fit. What You’ll Do * Lead a small team of grounds maintenance operatives on site * Plan and organise daily work schedules * Operate and maintain groundskeeping machinery and equipment * Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed * Carry out practical grounds maintenance tasks, including mowing, hedge trimming, and fertilising * Report progress and any issues to...

QHSE Assistant Location: Wigan, Lancashire, WN5 0LQ Salary: £29,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits! Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 Months) Benefits: Friendly atmosphere, Progression opportunities, Holiday entitlement 25 days plus Bank Holidays, Company Sick Pay Scheme (available after 12 months of continuous service), Employee Assistance Programme, Employee of the Month Award (monthly and annually), Refer a Friend Scheme of £500, Cycle to Work Scheme, Home & Tech Scheme, Employee Discount Platform, Eye test vouchers and Free Tea/Coffee! At Saica Group, we are more than an organisation; we are a community committed to driving sustainable paper solutions for corrugated board and packaging while championing circularity in waste management. With over 10000 colleagues in 11 countries, our rich history spanning 80 years and our unwavering dedication to our mission and values, we invite you to be part of a journey that leaves a lasting impact. Our Flex division produces a...

Our client has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join their Calibration and Maintenance Team. You will be joining a dynamic and focussed team, responsible for the support of the manufacturing function across all stages of product assembly integration and test. The team are self-motivated and work directly with support functions and engineers across MBDA to resolve routine and non-routine tasks arising within the business. Role: Mechanical Engineer Location: Bolton, fully onsite Hours: 37 per week Hourly Rate: £32-£35 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: SC required before starting What you'll be doing: The main aspects of the role will be as technical support for the metrology department supporting COTS (commercial of the shelf) equipment and STTE (Special to type test equipment) calibration and maintenance. You will be required to assist production with technical queries on fixtures and tooling along with supporting CMM (Co-ordinate measuring machine)...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit a Production / Manufacturing Controller subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  This role is ideally looking for a candidate with a strong Lineside Production background.       The department welcomes applications from candidates who may currently hold titles such as Production Controller, Production Coordinator, Material Controller, Production Planner, Manufacturing Coordinator or Shop Floor Controller etc. Candidates with experience supporting shop floor operations, managing production orders, controlling materials or Work in Progress (WIP), and working closely with manufacturing teams to ensure materials are available to support production schedules are particularly encouraged to apply.   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...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x General Operative’s with very strong Soldering experience an initial 12 month contract.  This position will specifically require experience with strong soldering or Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) or PCB Assembly experience.  Any prior microelectronics experience would be great, i.e. soldering under a microscope.  You will also need experience working 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% 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 project objectives....

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...

4-5Month 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...

5 Month Contract working in the Filling team. 4 on 4 off shift pattern days and nights. Based in Speke in Liverpool. Graduate Opportunity for a Science Graduate 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...