22 jobs found in Chorley

Our client is a national manufacturer of Heavy industrial manufacturing products. This position will focus upon their semi automated manufacturing operations, based in the North West area. Please note this position is Interim/Fix Term Contract of 3-6 Months which may be extended or full time opportunities for those who want it Reporting to the Operations Director, the role of the Quarry Manager will be focused around the development of their manufacturing teams, systems and processes. Taking responsibility for Production, Engineering, CI, Quality, H&S and logistics. With big investment planned over the next few years. We are looking for someone with extensive experience with People focused management skills in a manufacturing environment What's in it for you as Quarry Manager Day Rate from £(Apply online only) depending on experience Monday - Friday Working (Core hours 8am-5pm) Flexibility within reason Location - North West Working with a forward thinking heavy industrial...

Job Title: Repair & Maintenance Operative Hours: rotating shifts of 6am-2pm/ 2pm-10pm Pay Rate: £12.71 Shift: Monday-Friday (weekend work available) Contract: Temp- Perm Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and kickstart a career within a great company! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Repair & Maintenance Operative to join our client's team in Wigan on a temporary to permanent basis. No experience is required, and you can start as soon as possible! Responsibilities: Carry out repairs and maintenance tasks according to the company's guidelines and standards. Conduct regular inspections to identify any potential issues and address them promptly. Perform preventative maintenance to ensure the smooth operation of facilities and equipment. Maintain accurate records of completed tasks and report any unresolved issues to the supervisor. Work collaboratively with the team to ensure timely completion of repair and maintenance projects....

Job Title:            Machine Operator Location:            Wigan (WN6) Salary:               £13.27 per hour Shifts:                Monday- Friday 07:00- 15:00 Contract:            Temporary- Permanent The Company Our client a medium size family run business with over 30 years experience of supplying specialist high quality metals is looking to recruit a Machine Operator who can be mentored by an experienced team in various skills, as below As a Machine Operator your duties will be: Carry out general warehouse duties within a busy steel stockholding environment Operate band saws and circular saws (full training provided) Learn to use CNC milling machines Support metal finishing processes Assist with packing and preparing customer orders Load and unload vehicles as stock arrives Check, measure, and inspect incoming and stored stock Maintain accurate stock control records Complete routine quality checks Receive training in the safe use of overhead cranes and slings Learn to...

Vehicle Technician – Cars & Vans 📍 Preston, Lancashire - Workshop 💷 £17.50 per hour 🕒 Full Time | Permanent Position Pertemps are currently recruiting for experienced Vehicle Technicians to join a busy and well-equipped workshop in Preston. This is a fantastic opportunity for qualified mechanics looking for long-term stability, regular hours and the chance to work on a varied fleet of light commercial vehicles, cars and vans. The Role: You’ll be responsible for carrying out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on a range of vehicles including cars, vans and light commercial vehicles (LCVs). Working within a professional workshop team, you’ll use modern equipment and diagnostic tools to ensure vehicles are maintained to a high standard. Duties include: • Routine servicing and vehicle maintenance • Mechanical and electrical repairs • Fault finding and diagnostics • MOT preparation • Inspections and safety checks • Working efficiently to meet workshop...

HGV Technician 📍 Preston - Workshop 💷 £24.50 per hour 🕒 Full Time | Permanent Position Pertemps are currently recruiting for experienced HGV Technicians to join a busy and modern workshop in Preston. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled mechanics looking for a long-term role with competitive pay, overtime opportunities and career development within a professional workshop environment. The Role: As an HGV Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing a fleet of heavy goods vehicles to ensure they remain safe, roadworthy and fully operational. You’ll be working within a well-equipped workshop alongside an experienced team of technicians. Duties include: • Routine servicing and maintenance of HGVs • Mechanical and electrical repairs • Fault finding and diagnostics • MOT preparation and inspections • Brake, suspension and engine work • Completing job cards and workshop paperwork accurately • Ensuring all work is completed to high...

Proactive Personnel are currently recruiting for a Machine Operative on behalf of our client based in Wigan. Our client is one of the largest manufacturers of corrugated cardboard. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company who offer excellent rates of pay and take pride in looking their staff. Responsibilities include: * Ensuring the machine is equipped with raw materials * FLT Duties included * Overseeing the running of machines throughout shift * Loading pallets at the end of production * Working within a team as well as individually * Working in a fast paced environment Required skills & qualifications: * Experience operating machinery * Valid FLT Counterbalance licence is necessary If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply and one of our consultants will be in touch

Job Title: Painter - Fire Door Casings, Frames & Doors Rate: £20 per hour (CIS) Duration: 1-2 weeks Location: Crumpsall Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced painter to complete high‑quality finishing on fire door casings, frames and doors. Immediate start available. Key Duties: Surface preparation - sanding, filling and priming fire door casings, frames and doors Applying coatings - undercoats and topcoats applied to a professional standard Maintaining fire‑door integrity - ensuring seals, hardware and compliance are not affected Protecting surrounding areas - masking, sheeting and maintaining a clean workspace Minor repairs - addressing small defects prior to painting Quality checks - ensuring a consistent, high‑quality finish Efficient workflow - managing time to meet the project schedule Tool and material care - maintaining brushes, rollers and equipment Requirements: CSCS card required Asbestos Awareness certificate required Proven experience...

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Knitter / Fabrication Machine Operator to join our team in Blackburn. In this role, you will operate knitting machines, monitor product quality, and ensure smooth and efficient production processes. Location: Blackburn Department: Knitting Position: Full-Time Key Responsibilities: * Operate and maintain weft insertion knitting machines * Load and thread yarn on creels and machines * Carry out quality checks and basic maintenance * Identify and resolve fabric defects * Work safely and efficiently as part of a team What We’re Looking For: * Good attention to detail * Ability to follow production specifications * Basic math and data entry skills * Experience with machinery or textile manufacturing (preferred) * Willingness to perform physical tasks and work in a fast-paced environment Shift pattern : Three-shift rotation. Shift hours : 06:00-14:00 /14:00-22:00 / 22:00-06:00 30 mins paid break on each shift hours Pay...

Proactive Personnel are currently working with a well established client in Bolton, who are looking to add a HGV Technician to their Fleet Workshop. HGV Technician Benefits: * £30.90 per hour * Day Shift. * Monday to Friday, day shift. HGV Technician Duties: * Carry out inspections, servicing, and repairs on a range of vehicles including HGVs and light commercials, in line with DVSA and manufacturer standards. * Prepare and maintain vehicles to meet MOT and road safety requirements. * Keep accurate maintenance records, ensuring all work meets legal and safety obligations. HGV Technician Requirements : * Own Tools. * Fully Qualified (NVQ or City & Guilds). * Full UK Driving Licence

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a General Operative (Microelectronics) 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.      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. Carry out detailed standard assembly / manufacturing activities,...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit a 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...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a General Operative (Loomer) on an initial 12 month contract. This role will require a candidate with a background of Looms / Looming.     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) General Operator Job Spec: 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. 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...

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....

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...

Production Operatives Wanted – Join a Growing Manufacturing Team Due to continued growth, our client — a leading manufacturer of high‑quality products — is expanding their workforce and seeking Production Operatives to join their friendly, supportive, and collaborative team. They pride themselves on delivering exceptional products while maintaining a positive working environment. Role Overview We are looking for motivated individuals to join the production line team. You will be responsible for handling various products, meeting daily targets, and ensuring efficient end‑of‑line packing. Key Responsibilities Operate on the production line, handling a variety of products Work towards daily production targets to maintain efficiency. Prepare and pack boxes for end‑of‑line distribution, including stacking and organising. Carry out physical tasks such as standing for long periods, bending, and lifting. Qualifications Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and meet daily targets....

Job Title: Production Operative Location: Knowsley Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights) Hours: 6:00am – 6:00pm (Days) / 6:00pm – 6:00am (Nights) We are currently seeking reliable and physically fit Production Operatives to join our clients team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: * Operate machinery and equipment safely and efficiently * Use basic hand tools such as screwdrivers, drills, and other power tools * Carry out quality checks and maintain high production standards * Follow health and safety procedures at all times * Support the team in meeting daily targets and deadlines Requirements: * Previous experience working in a factory or production environment, ideally on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern * Physically fit and able to handle long 12-hour shifts * Comfortable working both day and night shifts as part of a rotating schedule * Confident using basic tools...

Pay: £14.64 Work hours: 6am-2pm and 2pm -10pm on rotating basis, 34hrs paid as breaks are unpaid Job description Evo Personnel are looking to recruit an experienced Machine operator We are looking for a dynamic career focused individual, someone who is an expert in their trade/professional, conscientious and able to hit the ground running. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Machining small to medium size projects to drawings Producing small to medium size batches Working to identified tolerances on drawings Working within a small team to produce machined project. Use a CNC with appropriate software You must be able to: · Plan your workload effectively · Work skilfully and safely under pressure · Work as part of a team as well as your own initiative · Be flexible in your approach · Work to Health and Safety guidelines and ensure you wear all relevant Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Skills & Experience: Problem solving Logical thinking Experience in CNC

Facilities Maintenance Operative (Temp to Perm) Location: Knowsley Pay Rate: £15.20 per hour Hours: Monday–Thursday: 08:00–16:30 and Friday: 08:00–13:00, 37 hours per week Immediate start date We are currently recruiting for a reliable and hands-on Site Maintenance Operative to support the day-to-day upkeep of our client’s facility in Knowsley. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys keeping environments safe, clean, and well maintained. The Role You will be responsible for general site maintenance, ensuring the building and surrounding areas remain in good condition. Duties will include painting, basic repairs, cleaning, and reporting any larger technical issues to the relevant teams. Key Responsibilities Carry out interior and exterior painting as required Complete minor repairs and touch-ups to walls, floors, doors, and surfaces Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs Maintain cleanliness of workspaces,...