129 jobs found in Bilston

Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Operative! Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team in a leading organisation that specialises in advanced materials for filtration, separator, and energy storage applications? We are seeking a talented and dedicated Manufacturing Operative to join our production facility in Cheltenham on a temp-to-perm basis. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for quality, this might be the perfect opportunity for you! Working Shift Patterns & Pay: £15 to £18 per hour, rising to more when you develop your skills Four on, four off 12-hour shift pattern (2 days followed by 2 nights) You must be able to commit to this shift patternAbout the Role: As a Manufacturing Operative, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our slitting department. Your main responsibilities will include: Receiving and Interpreting Orders: Calculate reel widths and ensure that the correct reels and packaging are available. Operating Slitter...

Process (Manufacturing) Engineer - Airbus Single Aisle Programme Location: Broughton Contract: Inside IR35 Join the manufacturing team at Airbus Broughton and play a key role in industrialising modifications for Single Aisle aircraft. You will be supporting both mechanical and electrical systems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. What you'll do: Transform design intent into technical instructions and manufacturing data. Deliver work prep for production: routings, BOMs, SOIs, STV calculations. Drive process improvements and implement best practices. Provide hands-on support to shop floor, supply chain, and assembly lines. What you'll bring: Strong knowledge of lean principles and SAP. Expertise in aircraft production and manufacturing engineering. Ability to work from first principles and make informed technical decisions. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Why join us? Be part of a multi-functional team, influence production processes, and help...

GMP Production Manufacturing Technician Opportunity – Swindon Opportunity: An exciting opportunity has been created due to company growth. My client a global pharmaceutical manufacturing company are looking to recruit a Production Manufacturing Technician based in Swindon where you will be working in a GMP clean room manufacturing environment making drug products / compounding as allocated on the production planning system to cGMP, current pharmaceutical regulations, whilst adhering to EH&S requirements. The hours of work are weekly rotation shift: * 7:00 am to 7:00 pm / 7:00 pm to 7:00 am / 2days / 2nights / 4 days off. Day to day duties include: * Accurately Completes documentation related to the Encapsulation process. * Operates and maintains up to two Encapsulation Machines (and covers up to as many as four during breaks). * Maintains a clean work area. * Performs in-process checks and evaluates, in detail, product quality. * Monitors material and gel usage at...

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...

Production & Manufacturing Operatives – January 2026 Starts! (Successful applicants will be contacted and inducted in December 2025, ready to start the first week of January 2026.) Location: Rochdale Centre Pay Rate: £12.24 per hour Hours: Monday–Friday, rotating shifts (6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm) + occasional 8am–5pm shift. Contract: Temp to Perm Join A Growing Team! Are you looking for a practical, hands-on role with long-term career prospects? We’re looking for reliable Production & Manufacturing Operatives to join a well-established and friendly manufacturing team based in the heart of Rochdale. What You’ll Be Doing You’ll be working in a clean, well-organised factory environment where every day is different. Your tasks may include: Bonding and assembling materials Sanding, prepping, and finishing components Supporting the build and production departments Helping with general factory and manufacturing duties About You We’d love to hear from you if you have...

Manufacturing Engineer 5 month contract Based in Ampthill Offering £35ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with MRP systems and managing BOMs? Do you have experience with CAD software for generating 2D technical drawings? 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 Manufacturing 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: Develop manufacturing processes Defining sequence of operations, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing and material handling Providing basis of estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations Identifying any new tooling & fixturing...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Pay Rate: £40 - £50 (Umbrella) Location: Bedfordshire Contract: 7x months (Inside IR35) Hours: 37.5 per week Working Pattern: 4-day week (Mon–Thurs) with flexible working Positions Available: 2 Overview A leading defence and engineering organisation is seeking experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineers to support a range of high-profile programmes. The role spans the full product lifecycle from prototype build and development through to full-rate production and end-of-life support. You will play a key role in improving manufacturing efficiency, reducing cost, and enhancing product quality. As a recognised subject matter expert, you will provide technical leadership, problem solving, and manufacturing engineering support across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities: Develop and optimise manufacturing processes for medium and large CNC-machined components. Define sequences of operation, procedures, and production layouts, ensuring...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer 6 month contract Based in Ampthill Offering £50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with 5 Axis CNC Machining? Do you have experience of MRP Systems and managing BOMs? 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 Senior Manufacturing 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: Develop manufacturing processes Medium /Large CNC machined components Defining sequence of operations, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing and material handling Providing Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of technologies and...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Henlow, Bedfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Controller subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The role does require the candidate to have Stores / Lineside / Production line experience.  This vacancy does also require the candidate to have a FLT License.      Job Title: Manufacturing Controller Rate: £26.12 per hour Location: Henlow  Hybrid / Remote working: Onsite. Standard Days, not shift work Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week are paid at time and a quarter (25% increase) Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   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 /...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Henlow, Bedfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Controller subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The role does require the candidate to have Stores / Lineside / Production line experience.  This vacancy does also require the candidate to have a FLT License.      Job Title: Manufacturing Controller Rate: £26.12 per hour Location: Henlow  Hybrid / Remote working: Onsite. Standard Days, not shift work Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week are paid at time and a quarter (25% increase) Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   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 /...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Henlow, Bedfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Live Build Manufacturing Technician subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. This role would suit a candidate who comes from a Mechanical Manufacturing Technician, Mechanical Fitter or a Live Build Technician background.   Hourly Rate: £29.70 (Overtime Hourly rate of ‘Time and a half’ for hours worked over 37 hours per week).   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Live Build Manufacturing Technician Job Description: The Live Build Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for carrying out manufacturing, test and inspection tasks within the Live Build Facility, in accordance with product certification procedures, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives. Certify the product in line with the product certification procedure. Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits. Possess a versatile skill...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage 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: £25.26 per hour.  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 planned lead and cycle times, in order to comply with manufacturing programmes and delivery schedules. Packing...

Job Title: Manufacturing Operator Location: Basingstoke Pay Rate: £16.51ph Contract Type: Temporary Shifts: Rotating shifts: Week 1: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM Week 2: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM Weekend overtime may be available About the Role We are looking for a Manufacturing Operator to join our fast-paced and dynamic team. You will play a key role in the production process, ensuring products are assembled, packaged, and handled according to strict quality standards and procedures. What You'll Do Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines. Operate and monitor production equipment. Complete production paperwork accurately. Set up materials on the production line and verify quantities. Inspect products and packaging for quality. Pack, label, and seal products. Maintain a clean and safe work area. Support the team in meeting daily production targets. What We're Looking For Education: Secondary education or equivalent. Experience: Previous experience in...

Job Title: Manufacturing Operator Location: Basingstoke Pay Rate: £16.51ph Contract Type: Temporary Shifts: Rotating shifts: Week 1: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM Week 2: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM Weekend overtime may be available About the Role We are looking for a Manufacturing Operator to join our fast-paced and dynamic team. You will play a key role in the production process, ensuring products are assembled, packaged, and handled according to strict quality standards and procedures. What You'll Do Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines. Operate and monitor production equipment. Complete production paperwork accurately. Set up materials on the production line and verify quantities. Inspect products and packaging for quality. Pack, label, and seal products. Maintain a clean and safe work area. Support the team in meeting daily production targets. What We're Looking For Education: Secondary education or equivalent. Experience: Previous experience in...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – WALSALL Position: Vehicle Technician Location: WALSALL Rate: £21.50 per hour (LTD) Hours: Monday-Friday 08:00-17:30 + Saturdays & Overtime available CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – THE ROLE: We are currently looking for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians to work at our client’s workshop on an ongoing contractual basis. You will be responsible for carrying out service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of motor vehicles. The contract is outside IR35. CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – SKILLS REQUIRED: * Qualified to Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds or similar in the relevant disciplines. * Experience carrying out repair and service work to a variety of vehicles. * Ability to diagnose and rectify a wide range of mechanical & electrical vehicle faults. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * UK Driving License and possess your own tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. *...

Factory Operative £12.21 per hour plus overtime  Aldridge Temporary ongoing role Factory Operative My client who is based in Aldridge are recruiting for factory operatives to join the existing team in January 2026 Duties of a factory operative: Working within a factory environment Experience of working with handheld power tools Assembly of parts Loading and unloading vehicles General Labouring Machine minding Refurbishment of existing stock and yard maintenance Working to Health and Safety Guidelines   The ideal candidate will have a FLT CB licence

️✨ General Operative - Birmingham 💷 £12.21 per hour | 📅 Start Date: January ⏰ Mon-Thurs 08:00-16:00 | 🕐 Friday 08:00-13:00 (early finish!) We are looking for a reliable and hardworking General Operative to join our team in Birmingham this January. This hands-on role supports daily production and assembly tasks to ensure our products are manufactured to a consistently high standard. 🔧🔩 🔹 Key Responsibilities: 🏭 Assist with manufacturing, assembly, and general production duties 🔨 Operate tools and equipment safely 🧼 Maintain a clean, tidy, and organised work environment 🤝 Follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team to meet targets 🔸 Requirements: 🧰 Previous experience in a similar hands-on or production role 👀 Strong attention to detail and efficient working style 💪 Good reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic If you're a dependable and motivated individual looking for a stable role with great hours, we'd love to hear from you. 👉💻 Please apply...