259 jobs found in Saffron Walden

Job description: Quality Control Operative Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour Job Type: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday We are currently recruiting for a Quality Control Operativeto join a well-established manufacturing company based in Haverhill, Suffolk. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual looking to secure a long-term role within a busy production environment. As a Quality Control Operative, you will play a vital role in ensuring products meet the highest quality standards throughout the manufacturing process. You will work closely with the production team to carry out inspections, identify defects, maintain accurate quality records and support continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities * Carry out quality inspections at various stages of the manufacturing process. * Identify defects and non-conforming products. * Record inspection findings and...

Do you have previous assembly or production experience? Job Title: Assembly Operative Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Salary: £14.24 (dayshift) £14.24 (evening shift) Hours: Monday-Friday 6:00am - 2:00pm / 2:00pm - 10:00pm rotating shift Contract Type: Full time - temporary, ongoing Sector: Manufacturing & Logistics Our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk is seeking several Assembly Operatives to join their team on a full time, temporary ongoing basis. As Assembly Operative your duties will include: * Assembling product to specification * Using various hand tools to complete tasks. An ideal candidate for the Assembly Operative will have: * Previous assembly/production experience * Ability to carry out dextrous work. Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take place in Haverhill, Suffolk following a registration process by PureKat Consultancy Ltd. If we have not responded to your application within 3-5 days, unfortunately you have not...

Digital Print Finisher Location: Bishop's Stortford Salary: £14 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30–15:00 Pin Point Recruitment is recruiting for a skilled Digital Print Finisher to join a well-established print production business in Bishop’s Stortford. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finisher to work within a fast-paced environment producing high-quality large-format and digital print products. Key Responsibilities * Operate Fotoba cutting equipment accurately and efficiently to customer specifications. * Carry out mounting and laminating of a wide range of printed products and substrates. * Finish posters, banners, signage, exhibition graphics and point-of-sale materials to a high standard. * Inspect completed work to ensure quality, accuracy and consistency prior to dispatch. * Interpret job tickets and production instructions, ensuring deadlines are met. * Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of finishing machinery. * Monitor...

Digital Print Operative Location: Bishop’s Stortford Pay: Up to £16.00 per hour DOE Pin Point Recruitment is pleased to be recruiting for a Digital Print Operative on behalf of a leading print manufacturer in Bishop’s Stortford. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and well-established production team. The Role * Process and prepare work received from the repro and print departments. * Ensure jobs are correctly sized and the appropriate correction curves are applied. * Carry out quality checks to ensure all work meets customer and job specifications. * Maintain workflow in line with the production schedule. * Report major production issues to the Supervisor or Manager. * Troubleshoot and resolve minor issues to minimise downtime. * Perform routine maintenance in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations. * Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment. * Select the correct media profiles and RIP jobs ready for printing...

Racking & Hanging Operative Shifts: Monday to Friday 1.00pm to 11.00 pm - Late shift | 40 hrs/week Contract: Stable Temp-to-Perm position We're recruiting a Paint Line Operative to join a busy powder coating department. This is a hands-on role supporting the paint line to hit production targets while maintaining excellent quality and safe working practices. What you'll be doing Preparing parts for coating (cleaning/degreasing, masking/plugging as required) Hanging/racking parts onto jigs and loading/unloading the conveyor line Supporting powder coating processes (booth housekeeping and powder handling once trained) Monitoring line flow and curing ovens, reporting any issues or defects Carrying out visual quality checks (coverage, finish, colour, contamination) and recording results Packing/labelling finished components to job card/customer requirements Keeping the work area clean and following all site H&S procedures What we're looking for Essential: Previous...

Punch Machine Operator Location: Buntingford Pay: £15.00 - £17.00 per hour depending on experience Overtime: £22.50 - £25.50 per hour Hours: 7:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, plus overtime available Contract: Temp to Perm About the Role We are recruiting for an experienced Punch Machine Operator to join a busy and established sheet metal manufacturing company in Buntingford. This is a temp to perm opportunity offering the chance to secure a permanent position following a successful temporary period. The role offers regular overtime, competitive rates of pay, and the opportunity to become part of a supportive and growing team. Applicants with experience as a CNC Operator, Sheet Metal Worker, Press Operator, Machine Operator, Production Operative, Fabrication Operative, Metalworker, Manufacturing Operative, or Engineering Operative may also have transferable skills suitable for this position. What You'll Do • Set up and operate punch machines safely and efficiently • Read and...

Job Title: Assembler Location: Braintree - Due to location, own transport is preferred Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday (45-minute unpaid lunch break) Salary: £12.71ph + Holiday, Pension and Adecco Benefits Contract: Temporary Ongoing (Temp to Perm Opportunity) About Us Our client is a well-established manufacturing business based in Braintree, supplying high-quality components and systems to a range of industries including engineering, medical and industrial sectors. Role Overview We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Assembler to join the Cable Shop team. This hands-on manufacturing role involves cable assembly, product testing, quality inspection and supporting production requirements. Full training will be provided. Key Responsibilities Assemble cables and components to specification. Measure, cut, strip, crimp, solder and wrap cables. Follow work orders, technical drawings, and assembly instructions. Carry out electrical continuity and insulation...

Factory Operative - Braintree, Essex £12.71ph | Monday to Friday | 8:00am - 5:00pm | Temp to Perm We are currently looking for a Factory Operative to join a well-established manufacturer based in Braintree, Essex. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity, offering full training and the chance to build a long-term career within a growing business. Please note: This role involves working with fine industrial materials in a dusty manufacturing environment. Dust extraction and PPE are provided, however you should expect to get covered in dust throughout your shift, so this role won't suit anyone looking for a clean factory environment. Duties will include: Assisting with the day-to-day running of the factory Operating machinery following full training Manual handling of materials and finished products Working with fine industrial materials throughout the production process General production and factory duties Keeping the work area clean, tidy and safeThe successful Factory...

Job Title: Production Operative Location: Braintree, Essex Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm, Excellent Long-Term Opportunity Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour + bonus scheme Days: Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week Are you an experienced Production Operative looking for your next big opportunity Join a highly respected Electronics manufacturer client based in Braintree, Essex. Exciting opportunity to join this well-established company: Benefits of working with Just Temps Holiday pay on each hour worked Access to employee discounts Mobile phone savings National gym memberships And much more! Key Duties: Follow Health and safety procedures – use of suits, gloves, respirators, safety shoes, local extraction where required Working in the Resin Shop Clean Room, observing high level of cleanliness Assembling moulds, mixing and pouring resins, demoulding, sanding & polishing, glue flanges to receptacles, package finished products Required to learn other aspects of the work in the...

Night Production Operatives – Join One of Britain's Most Loved Snack Manufacturers Location: CO6 (approximately 20 minutes from Colchester, Sudbury and Halstead) Pay: £15.88 per hour Hours: NIGHTS Contract: Ongoing Temporary Assignment with Immediate Starts Available Shift Options Choose the shift that suits your lifestyle: * 10:00pm - 06:00am Love working in a fast-paced environment? We're recruiting Production Operatives to join the team at one of the UK's most recognised premium snack manufacturers. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a business that takes pride in producing high-quality products enjoyed by customers across the country. If you're reliable, hard-working and enjoy being part of a team where quality matters, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing As a Production Operative, you'll play an important role in ensuring products are manufactured and packed to the highest standards by: * Operating and monitoring production...

Location: Sandy, Bedfordshire Hours: Full-time (Early Finish Every Friday) Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Salary: Competitive (DOE) Start Date: Immediate Start Available Our client is currently recruiting for a Polisher / Grinder to join their busy and established manufacturing team based in Sandy. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with polishing, grinding, fabrication, or metal finishing experience who is looking for a long-term position with the opportunity to secure a permanent role. Key Responsibilities Polishing and grinding metal components to a high standard. Using hand-held grinders, polishing machines, and other workshop tools. Deburring and finishing products in line with quality standards. Inspecting finished components to ensure they meet specifications. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Working as part of a busy team. Following health and safety procedures at all times. Requirements Previous polishing, grinding, fabrication, or...

Job Title: Production Technician Job Type: Temporary (until end of August, possibly longer) Location: Letchworth Working Hours: Mon-Thurs, 8.30am-4.30pm & Fri, 8.30am-2.30pm Hourly Rate: £13.50ph   Our well-known client based in Letchworth Garden City are looking for a Production Technician to join their team on a Temporary basis, to help out with a large project until the end of August. The successful candidate MUST have previous wiring & cabling experience and come from an electrical assembly background, and be available immediately.   Main duties as a Production Operative: - Wiring & cabling - Assembly PCB boards, going by drawings given - Soldering  - Mechanical assembly - Quality inspection upon finalised production - Product testing   What's needed as a Production Operative: - Previous experience within Electrical assembly - Previous wiring & cabling experience (essential) - A good understanding of quality inspection - Previous tool use...

Assemblers Required – Outskirts of Bury St Edmunds Stonetech Recruitment is seeking two local Assemblers for a manufacturing client based on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds. Own transport is essential due to the location. 📅 Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 🔧 The Role: * Assembling and testing mechanical and electrical products in a fast-paced production environment. * Interpreting technical drawings to complete assembly tasks. * Using a variety of hand tools to complete the production process. 🎯 The Ideal Candidate: * Experienced in assembly or production work. * Dexterous, hardworking, and reliable. * Available immediately for consideration. If you're ready to join a dedicated team, apply today

Workshop Operative Ely Monday to Friday | 7:30am – 4:00pm £12.86 – £14.00 per hour DOE Temp to Perm We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing manufacturer based in Ely. Due to continued growth, they are looking to expand their workshop team with a reliable and motivated individual who enjoys practical, hands-on work. This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for someone looking to secure a long-term position within a supportive and stable manufacturing environment. Duties Include: Assembling and manufacturing products to a high standard Using a variety of hand tools and workshop machinery safely and efficiently Measuring, preparing and fitting components with accuracy Carrying out quality inspections throughout the production process Handling raw materials and finished products within the workshop Following production instructions and meeting quality standards Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment Adhering to all health and...

Electrician required to work with a local North London based council. Rate - £25.10 per hour (via umbrella) Location - North London (must live within half hour of N9) Length - 3 month rolling contract (possibility of obtaining a permanent contract) The role: Carry out electrical repairs and maintenance in both occupied and empty properties to a high standard, working independently with minimal supervision. Complete basic repairs across other trades, including carpentry, plumbing, decorating, plastering, and wall/floor tiling. Resolve minor issues where possible and refer complex work to the relevant specialist. Carry out refurbishment, repair, and maintenance work either independently or as part of a multi-skilled team. Complete property inspections when required and assist with emergency call-outs (e.g. after bad weather, vandalism, or fire). Work across a variety of Council properties throughout the borough, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high...

Role: Carpenter Rate: £21.50 per hour Contract: Temp Location: North London Working Hours per Week: 40 hours Start Date: ASAP My client is one of the leading councils in London and are currently on the lookout for experienced carpenters to carry out reactive maintenance in the social housing sector. Some key responsibilities include:  Carry out responsive and planned carpentry repairs within social housing properties Repair, replace, and install: Internal and external doors, door frames and architraves Kitchens and worktops Windows and timber repairs Complete first and second fix carpentry work Undertake basic multi-trade tasks where required, including basic plumbing, tiling, decorating, or patch plastering Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard The ideal candidate will have the following: Full UK Driver’s License Social Housing Experience Carpentry qualification (preferred)  If you are interested in the role and meet...

Production Operatives Location: Severals, Colchester £12.71 per hour Contract: Temp We're hiring Production Operatives for a on going temp contract for manufacturing company in Colchester. Shift Pattern: * 6am - 2:30pm – Monday to Thursday and 6am – 2pm - Friday or * 2:30pm - 11pm – Monday to Friday and 2pm -10pm - Friday Production Operative Job Role: * Monitoring a production line and conducting basic testing and quality checks * Storing goods and raw materials in a factory or warehouse * Adhering to relevant health and safety regulations when operating machinery and handling products * Keeping work areas and the factory floor clean and free from hazardous material * Adhering to operational procedures and production timelines Production Operative Skills Required: * Previous manufacturing or industrial experience preferred * Excellent communication skills * A strong eye for details * Able to adhere to tight deadlines * Ability to work under pressure

Main duties include working on a fast-paced assembly line to manufacture high quality garage doors, feeding raw materials into the production machinery, operating different parts of the machinery and packaging the finished goods before they are distributed

Woodworker Opportunity in South Woodham Ferrers Woodworker required for a busy, well-established manufacturer in South Woodham Ferrers. Immediate start available. Pay rate: £12.98- £14.00 per hour DOE Overtime: paid over 42.5 hours worked x1.5 and x2 on Sunday Hours: Mon – Fri 08.00-17.00 Type: Temp to perm available for the right candidate Location: South Woodham Ferrers CM3 - Please note own transport will be required due to Location. (No public transport is close by)  Duties: (Not limited to) Operate various power tools including Sanders, Cordless drills, Nail guns. Assist in the production and assembly of wooden products – MDF. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Follow safety protocols and ensure quality standards are met. Skills/Experience required Proficiency in using power tools (sand, drill, nail) Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous experience minimum 18 months. To...

Tooling Design Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract (6 months), inside IR35, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday About the Role The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will be required to provide technical support to the team in the design, development and implementation of industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, performance requirements and ensure legislative compliance is adhered to. A thorough working knowledge of CAD...