51 jobs found in Oldham

Thrive Oldham are recruiting on behalf of Oldham council for an Motor Vehicle Mechanic. Job Purpose Undertake the maintenance and repair, to a range of vehicles and machines and plant equipment, to the required quality standards, in an efficient and cost effective manner. Key Tasks Undertake planned service and safety inspections of vehicles and equipment. Diagnose faults, recommend and undertake cost effective repairs Repair of vehicles/equipment as instructed. Carry out auto electrical repairs. Order spares at stores. Maintain a clean and tidy work area. Attend breakdowns and undertake vehicle / equipment recoveries. Occasionally collect spare parts from Suppliers. Manoeuvre vehicles as required. Complete time sheets, job sheets, service sheets and inspection reports in line with Council Policy, 'O' licence compliance and good practice. In exception undertake steam cleaning of vehicles prior to repairs including DOE/MOT preparation. Take vehicles to specialist...

Machine Operative Location: Dukinfield Salary £13.73 per hour. Key Responsibilities: Operating cutting machine to produce high-quality products. Collaborating with a dedicated team to meet production deadlines and maintain efficiency. Maintaining a safe and clean working environment in line with company standards. Handling tasks with precision and ensuring quality control throughout the production process. About You: The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar production environment and bring the following skills: A strong work ethic and team-oriented mindset. Computer literacy and technical adaptability. Physically fit to handle a degree of manual tasks. Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical thinking. High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks. Self-motivation and the ability to work independently when needed. The ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines. A methodical and systematic approach to work. Flexibility and...

Job Specification – Chemical FLT Operative Hours: Day Shift, 8:00am – 5:00pm Contract: Temp to Perm Great opportunity for long-term development within a growing business Role Overview We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chemical FLT Counterbalance Operator to join a well-established manufacturing company. This role involves mixing, batching, handling chemicals, and filling IBCs while ensuring strict adherence to safety, quality, and production standards. This is a fantastic temp–to–perm opportunity for someone looking for stability and long-term progression. Key Responsibilities Chemical Processing & Production * Expereinced Counterbalance driver * Accurately weigh, measure, mix, and batch chemical products following detailed production instructions. * Operate mixing vessels, blending machines, pumps, and automated/semiautomated filling equipment. * Fill containers including IBCs, drums, and smaller packaging formats to required...

Machine Setter / Operator – Immediate Start | Temporary (Minimum 8 Weeks) 📍 Location: Rochdale   ⏰ Hours: Monday to Thursday: 6:00am – 2:30pm / Friday: 6:00am – 11:30am 💰 Pay: £12.71 per hour 📄 Contract: Temporary ongoing (Minimum 8 Weeks) Machine Setter / Operator required for an immediate start with a well-established manufacturing company. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced candidate with a background in machine setting and operating within a production environment. Key Responsibilities: Set and operate production machinery to required specifications Install and adjust tooling for efficient machine performance Work on tube line machinery producing ironing board legs Ensure consistent quality and output targets are achieved Carry out basic fault finding and routine maintenance Follow all health & safety procedures at all times  Skills & Experience Required: Proven experience as a Machine Setter / Machine Operator Experience working with tooling...

HGV Technician Bolton Monday to Friday - Days Salary ranging from £23ph to £30ph depending on experience and pay type. Ongoing Temporary work (Minimum of 6 months) 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 OR UMBRELLA 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 of other work within normal grade/job...

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, 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...

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...

We’re looking for passionate and creative individuals with hands-on experience to join the team in Stockport, SK12! Our client specialises in high-quality, handmade home furnishings, and we're excited to bring on someone who has a keen interest in craftsmanship and experience using hand tools, such as band saws, to help bring their products to life. Mon-Thurs: 07.30-16.30 Fridays: 07.30-14.00 (Early finish!) Role & Responsibilities: * Cutting wood to size using hand tools, including band saws. * Creating rustic effects on wood by burning it. * Using various hand tools and equipment with professionalism, attention to detail, and a strong focus on safety. * Applying painting techniques to achieve various effects and styles on products. * Starting on the resin board station to gain foundational knowledge, before rotating to other sections to develop multi-skill proficiency. Key areas you will work on and learn: * Resin board preparation * Scorching wood...

We are seeking an experienced Furniture Upholster for one of our new clients in the Rossendale area! Job Details: * Foaming up, trimming, studding and deep buttoning furniture items * Upholstering all loose furniture items (incl. seat boards, stool tops, side chairs, arm chairs and sofas) * Working in the upholstery department in a team of 12 * Immediate start available Requirements: * Must have minimum 3 years of upholstery experience Hours: * 40hr week: Monday - Friday (8am-4:30pm) * Overtime available Pay: * Starting salary £13.50ph+ (depending on experience) * Overtime rate If you have 3 years minimum of experience and interested in this job please APPLY now

Electrical Bias Maintenance Engineer (Contract) West Yorkshire £28–£35 per hour (DOE) Days / Nights / Rotating Shifts Available Immediate Start | Ongoing Contracts We are currently working with a number of busy manufacturing and food production sites across Leeds and West Yorkshire who require Electrical Bias Maintenance Engineers to support increased production, project work, and short-term cover. These are contract / freelance opportunities, ideal for engineers who prefer flexibility, consistent work, and strong hourly rates. The Opportunity You will be supporting fast-paced production environments where uptime is critical. Work will involve a mix of: * Reactive breakdown support * Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) * Electrical fault finding on production and packaging machinery * Supporting continuous improvement and reliability initiatives Typical Equipment You’ll Work On * Conveyors, packaging lines, fillers, wrappers * Checkweighers, metal...

Job Specification Position: Soldering Operative Hours: 37.5 per week Contract Type: Temporary, ongoing Salary: £13ph plus holiday pay Job Purpose: To carry out soldering and basic assembly duties to a high standard, ensuring components and assemblies meet quality specifications. This role is ideal for a reliable and detail-oriented individual with proven experience in soldering who is seeking consistent work with steady hours. Key Responsibilities: * Perform accurate and efficient soldering of components according to company standards. * Undertake basic assembly tasks as required. * Inspect work to ensure high-quality standards are consistently met. * Follow health and safety procedures at all times. * Maintain a clean and organized work area. * Report any issues or defects to the supervisor promptly. Required Skills & Experience: * Proven, recent soldering experience is essential. * Ability to carry...

Job Title: Assembly Operative Location: Huddersfield HD5 - close to Town Centre Contract Type: Temp to perm - full time Working Hours: 6am-2pm / 9.45am-6pm Pay Rate: £12.71 About the Role We are currently seeking reliable and hardworking Assembly Operatives to join our team on a temp to perm basis. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are keen to contribute to smooth manufacturing operations. Key Responsibilities * Assemble products and parts * Stock replenishment and inventory checks * Maintaining a clean and safe working environment * Basic machine operation Requirements * Full time work mentality - ideally with previous assembly experience or similar * Ability to work in a physically active role (carrying and standing for long periods) * Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions * Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player Benefits * Weekly pay * Opportunity to gain valuable...

Machine Setter - Huddersfield HD2 £15.00 to £16.00 per hour Immediate start NIGHT SHIFT On behalf of Our Client based in HD2 - we are looking for a machine setter from any background. A full time work mentality is required as full training and investment will be made - night shift pattern You must have experience setting machines, changing tooling, loading programmes and using gauges. Immediate start - full time role with prospects

Basic Machine Operatives - Huddersfield HD2 £13.00 to £14.00 per hour Immediate start 830am to 430pm Monday to Friday On behalf of Our Client based in HD2 - we are looking for machine operatives from any background. A full time work mentality is required as full training and investment will be made - day shift only Monday to Friday Duties Include; * Loading / unloading machines * Full running of machines * Taking measurements * Completing Paperwork To be considered you MUST have production experience - not warehousing. Immediate start - full time role with prospects

Job Title: Temporary Electronic Assembly Location: Huddersfield HD8 Job Description: XCL Group are working alongside a growing company who are looking for people to join them on a temporary basis at a large manufacturing site in West Yorkshire. Responsibilities Duties will include; * Soldering and fitting components using different types of cables and connectors * Working with cables such as cutting, crimping and stripping * Assembling components on printed circuit board * Work on panels and metal assemblies * Follow instructions either written or computer generated * Follow work schedules Preferred Skills / Experience * Comfortable with manual handling and doing repetitive tasks. * Good hand and eye coordination * Basic computer skills * Previous experience working in a production/assembly role * Have good organizational skills * Ideally have a background in engineering Hours * Monday – Friday * 38 hours per week * 8:30am – 4:30pm Temp 4-6 weeks work...