187 manufacturing jobs found in Northampton

Location: Desford (Fully Site-Based) Pay Rate: £25.20 - £35.20 per hour (Dependent on Experience) Salary Equivalent Comparator: £41,593 per annum Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Standard Hours) Key Benefit: 35 Days Holiday Entitlement About the Role Are you a proactive, delivery-focused Manufacturing Engineer who thrives on being on the shop floor rather than stuck behind a desk? We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Project Engineer to support and lead a portfolio of containerisation improvement initiatives at our world-class manufacturing facility in Desford. This role perfectly combines practical engineering execution with project management responsibility. You will focus on implementing robust processes to support increasing operational output, eliminate process variability, and improve efficiency across the containerisation footprint. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery: Lead and deliver containerisation-related projects from their current status through to...

Manufacturing Project Engineer Desford (Site based) Initial 6 month contract (likely to be extended) 37.5 Hours a week Mon-Fri Are you a hands on Manufacturing Engineer with strong project delivery capability to support and lead a portfolio of containerisation improvement initiatives? Are you comfortable working on the shopfloor and engaging directly with operations? Do you take ownership of problems and drive projects through to resolution? If so, this could be a great opportunity for you… Manufacturing Project Engineer Responsibilities * Project delivery - Lead and deliver containerisation-related projects from current status through to implementation * Hands-On Manufacturing Engineering - Actively support and implement process improvements on the shopfloor, support installation, commissioning, and optimisation of new equipment and tooling, and review current processes and identify opportunities * Process Development & Stability - Establish robust, repeatable...

OA are recruiting for a Manufacturing Team Leader for a well established company in Hitchin This is a hands-on leadership role where you will lead by example, support your team, and help drive continuous improvement across the value stream. Location: Hitchin Hours: Monday to Thursday 6am-3pm. Friday 6am-11am Starting Salary: £19ph Key Responsibilities: Lead and motivate a team to achieve daily production targets. Ensure work is carried out safely and in line with company procedures and 5S standards Plan and release work orders to meet demand. Monitor performance against the production plan and escalate issues where necessary Investigate problems, carry out root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions Support daily SQDCG updates and track key performance indicators. Maintain accurate stock levels and support inventory control through audits and PI systems. Schedule raw materials using Kanban systems Work with Supply Chain to prevent shortages and delivery delays...

Join Our Client as a Manufacturing Technician ! Location: Loughborough | Contract Type: Temporary Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of manufacturing? We're seeking Manufacturing Technicians to join our clients dynamic team in Loughborough! If you have a passion for hands-on work and are eager to learn, we want to hear from you! What You'll Do: As a Manufacturing Technician I, you will play a vital role in our production process. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: Operating and maintaining manufacturing equipment Assisting with assembly and production tasks Conducting quality checks to ensure products meet standards Collaborating with team members to achieve production goals Documenting processes and reporting any issues to supervisors What We're Looking For: We're on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are ready to contribute to our team! Here's what you'll need to bring: A positive attitude and willingness to learn Basic knowledge of...

Manufacturing Technician Location: Loughborough Shifts: Various day shifts available Pay Rate: £13.20 Packing all types of chemicals into multiple styles of containers and outer packaging, following procedures and understanding safety instructions. You will be expected to complete all the relevant training to the required standard within 12 months, to effectively move to the Manufacturing Technician II role. Role and work-time flexibility are important factors. Time is of the essence. Crucial Duties & Responsibilities (not necessarily in order of importance): * Follow the details given in schedules (works orders) and understand the packaging requirements. * Operate processing and packaging equipment. Equipment includes filling machines, labellers, and packing equipment. Both Manual and Automatic * Fill all packaging Materials and styles and sizes of container, on different Equipment * Use a wide range of measuring and weighing equipment. * Weigh, measure and check...

Location: Melbourn, near Royston (SG8) Type of Work: Temporary Duration: 3 months initially, transfer to permanent staff for the right candidates Hours: 8am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday (37.5 hour week) Moving to weekly shift rotations 13th July 2026 early / late shift (6am - 2:30pm and 1:30pm - 10pm on a weekly rotation) Salary: £17 per hour Job Reference: 36205 Polytec are looking for Manufacturing Technicians to complete assembly tasks for our client based in Melbourn, near Royston. Ideally you will have access to your own transport due to the shift pattern requirements. Responsibilities: * Assembling small plastic components Requirements: * Experience assembling small items * Attention to detail, good dexterity and an awareness of quality requirements * Cleanroom experience would be useful but full training will be given. You must be comfortable in lab PPE including hairnet, shoe covers, gloves and coat * Familiarity with a glovebox assembly would be beneficial Please contact...

Manufacturing Operative • Location: Redditch • Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour • Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent We are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Operative to join a busy and growing manufacturing company based in Redditch. This is a hands-on role working with metal products in a production environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating machinery, using power tools, and assisting with the manufacture and finishing of high-quality metal components. Key Responsibilities: • Operating a variety of manufacturing machinery • Cutting and processing metal products using saws and angle grinders • Measuring, marking, and preparing materials for production • Performing quality checks to ensure products meet required standards • Following health and safety procedures at all times • Maintaining a clean and organised work area • Assisting with general production duties as required Requirements: • Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred •...

Machine Operator with FLT Clamp Northampton, NN3 Rotating shift x3 (AM,PM & Nights) £14.50PH Interaction is recruiting for an experienced Machine Operator that holds a FLT Counterbalance licence - Even better if you have Clamp attachment experience. Working in Northampton, NN3 for a paper and packaging company. Previous experience within a manufacturing process operation is required, but full training will be provided. It is expected that you will be able to train in multiple areas providing a multi skilled and flexible team. Duties: . Operating machines within production . General manual handling . Basic computer tasks . Understanding as well as appreciation of both Health & Safety and Quality The ideal candidate: . Able to prioritise workload to achieve deadlines . A good team player able to work as part of a crew and on their own . Self-motivated . Have good attention to detail . Good communication skills both written and verbal If you have an in date FLT...

Experienced and professional Multi-Trade Operative required to work with a leading and highly reputable Local Authority. My client required and experienced Carpenter to join their award-winning maintenance division on an on going temporary contract. Are you looking to work with a prestigious and well-known employer? Please see below details. Location: North-Nortamptonshire Pay: £22.48 per hour (Paid weekly via umbrella) Hours: 37 Hours Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Multiskilled Operative - Requirement Summary We require an experienced Multiskilled Operative (minimum 3 years' trade background) to deliver a high-pressure reactive service within occupied social housing. Only qualified, proven trades professionals - no DIY-level candidates. Key Requirements & Experience Strong multiskilled capability across a range of trade tasks: Carpentry, Plumbing, Tiling, Plastering, Bricklaying, Fencing, Flooring, Groundworks. Essential experience working in occupied social...

About this Position: A Mechanical Design Engineer is required to join a collaborative engineering team on a 3 month contract. The role involves producing 3D CAD designs and detailed technical drawings for fabricated structures, assemblies, and vehicle system integrations. You will support projects from concept through to manufacture, with opportunities to contribute to challenging engineering solutions in the military and heavy equipment sectors. Job Responsibilities: * Produce 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings to BS8888 standards using Autodesk Inventor. * Design structural and fabricated components with consideration for Design for Manufacture. * Prepare engineering calculations and support analysis activities. * Manage project workloads and deliver work to agreed deadlines. * Present design solutions and participate in design reviews with stakeholders. * Support manufacturing, assembly and testing activities. * Maintain CAD data, drawings and bills of...

Are you a Registered Nurse with ICU / Critical Care experience working with ventilated patients? Or an ODP, ANP, or Outreach Nurse?. Are you an Applications Specialist or Clinical Nurse Adviser backgrounds searching for a fresh challenge? This is a field-based role, delivering clinical customer and device support. This is initially an 18-month work contract, offering the chance to work with the very best products & customer training programme in the world. BASIC SALARY: £43,000 - £46,000 BENEFITS: · Performance Bonus of £6,500 (paid annually in January) · Pension (up to 8% and matched by company) · Company Car · Group Income Protection · Private Healthcare including dental and optical · Life Assurance Cover · Mobile Phone and Laptop LOCATION: Field-based, covering Northamptonshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Coventry, Lincolnshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Kettering, Milton Keynes, Stevenage, Bedford, Luton, Cambridge,...

Job Description: As a CNC Setter Operator at Cosworth, you will be responsible for manufacturing Crankshafts and Camshafts as well as a variety of other engine components for super/hyper car manufacturers. In this role, you'll be responsible for setting up and operating multiple CNC machines, as well as reading and editing programs to ensure smooth operations. You will also be responsible for conducting quality control checks using various measurement tools, and inspecting/maintaining machinery, tooling, and equipment. Your goal will be to ensure that all parts meet specifications and to minimise production downtime. The Role:  To manufacture camshafts and crankshafts for Automotive and Aerospace customers. To set and operate machines in a safe manner with regard to themselves and others, complying with the Health and Safety at Work Act. To produce components to the company standard in the most efficient / cost effective manner. To be familiar with all systems and procedures...

Customs & International Trade Regulations Analyst – Homebased Opportunity: This is a great opportunity for a Customs & Trade Regulations Analyst to develop your career for a global pharmaceutical manufacturing company. Do you have experience of import/export operations for a multinational company? Do you have experience with UK and Ireland customs related activities, incl. the management of specific authorizations (ex. EIDR, SDP) and local platforms (CHIEF, TSS and ROS)? Looking for a contract role with an exciting global pharmaceutical company? If yes then this is the role for you. Your role as a Customs & International Trade Regulations Analyst will involve supporting the business across its EMEA sites for all Trade Compliance Processes and operations. You will be responsible for all import/export compliance with international trade, customs and other government agency laws and regulations to minimize the risk of penalty and fines due to non-compliance. Essential...

Production Operative / Recycling Operatives 4 on / 4 off Shift Pattern (Days & Nights Rotation) Shift Times: 5:45am - 6:00pm / 5:45pm - 6:00am rotating shift pattern Pay Rate: £14.89 per hour FLT /Forklift Counterbalance is required. Our client, a UK leader in recycling end‑of‑life materials, is looking for Production Operatives with in date Counterbalance Licence to support safe, efficient and reliable production operations. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, the company has recently undergone major positive transformation and is now proudly accredited as a Great Place to Work. If you are hands on and passionate about doing things right the first time, this is an opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people. The Role We are looking for a proactive and reliable Production Operative to support our Recycling Operations team. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, where safety, teamwork, and...

We are currently seeking enthusiastic individuals to join a busy and growing manufacturing/ production team in Wellingborough. This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a long-term career in manufacturing, with full training provided and excellent progression potential. The role is hands-on and physical, ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, is reliable, and keen to learn. You will be involved in the manufacture of high-quality products, using power tools and machinery, meeting production needs, and maintaining quality standards. You'll be expected to follow safety regulations and company policies, accurately follow data and instructions, and carry out manual handling tasks. We're looking for individuals with a can-do attitude, good communication and numerical skills. Experience with tools or manual work is desirable but not essential, and you must be physically fit and comfortable with lifting and physical tasks. Full practical and office-based training will be...

Are you organised, have a high level of attention to detail? We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team and help us deliver high-quality products to our customers every day. Staffline is recruiting System Administrators in Wellingborough. The rate of pay is £16.40 per hour. Overtime is available after working 37.5 hours and is paid at £24.60 per hour. This is a full-time role working rotating shifts, 5 days out of 7. The hours of work are: - 6am to 2pm - 2pm to 10pm Your Time at Work As a Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for: - Supporting daily office operations - Clerical tasks - Maintaining organised processes Please note there will be some lifting up to 20KG. Our Perfect Worker Our perfect worker will have the following skills: - Knowledge of DLX - High level of general IT knowledge, including radio data terminals, printers, PC's, etc - Numerate and computer literate with knowledge of the MS package - High level...

Rocket Staffing are currently recruiting for a Factory Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Crick. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a friendly, hard-working team within a company that truly values its employees and offers a positive working environment. Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 Location: Crick Key Responsibilities * Assisting with general factory operations, including loading and unloading vehicles * Packing glass, frames and sub-components accurately for dispatch * Carrying out a variety of production tasks using machinery and tools * Packing, preparing and dispatching customer orders accurately * Supporting powder coating operations and raised bed production * Following all health & safety procedures and company policies About You * A strong team player with good communication skills * Comfortable carrying out manual handling duties * Reliable,...

LONG TERM WORK ALL YEAR ROUND FULL TIME REGULAR ONGOING SHUNTING WORK AVAILABLE 4 on 4 off. IMMEDIATE STARTS AVAILABLE Staffline is recruiting for 4 x HGV Day and Night Class 1 Tug Shunters with immediate starts for our client based at DIRFT, Crick. PAYE rates (Holiday pay accrued in addition) for the role of HGV 1 Shunter driver are as follows: Days - £17.71 per hour (Guaranteed 12 hours paid per shift) Nights - £19.15 per hour (Guaranteed 12 hours paid per shift) Shifts are available on days start (Apply online only) and (Apply online only) Your Time at Work As an HGV Class 1 Tug Shunter driver, the work will involve tailer moves on a set 4 on 4 off Rota, 12 hours paid per shift (breaks paid) This site operates all year round and will provide each driver with a long term ongoing assignment. In return for your commitment we can offer regular shifts and start times that suit you. We have other sites locally that work will be available at if for any reasons...

Great opportunity to work as a Warehouse Operative for our clients' global third-party logistics provider to key names in the industry. Staffline is recruiting for Experienced Warehouse Operatives in Crick, (DIRFT - Daventry getaway) The rate of pay is £13.51 to £19.43 per hour This is a full-time role working rotational shifts or a fixed night shift, Monday to Friday. The hours of work are: - 6am to 2pm - 2pm to 10pm - 10pm to 6am Your Time at Work As a Warehouse Operative, your duties will include: Primarily you would be assigned to Inbound department: - Receiving stock (Using internal SOP systems) - Unloading stock and moving to pallets - Operating MHE (Combi, PPT) - Support with any other warehousing tasks as per client's requirements Lifting will be a key area from containers - so able to lift to a max of 30KG. Our Perfect Worker Our perfect Warehouse Operative will be reliable and committed to supporting customers and be flexible to move and...

Staffline is currently seeking 5 x experienced HGV Class 1 AM/PM drivers for our client's prestigious site in Crick. Ongoing Work - Long hours - Good work Join our team and enjoy competitive PAYE rates for the role: - Days £18.62 Per Hour - Nights £23.27 Per Hour - Weekends £24.76 Per Hour - Bank Holidays Days £27.93 Per Hour - Bank Holidays Nights £32.58 Per Hour - Days Overtime £27.93 Per Hour - Nights Overtime £34.07 Per Hour - Weekends Overtime £34.07 Per Hour Start time window available 08:00 - 15:00 Thursday to Monday work with the possibility of other days throughout the week To gain more insight into this role, click or paste the link below to watch a comprehensive video about working for Staffline at this site: (url removed) Your Time at Work As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for the distribution of products to various store locations across the central northern area of the UK, representing a well-known supermarket chain. We are...