85 manufacturing jobs found in Portsmouth

Our client, a renowned player in the aerospace industry, is currently seeking skilled Manufacturing Engineer's to join their team on a contract basis. This role involves working in the Assembly and Test area, requiring a comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing processes and a good grasp of LAIRS (Layered Assembly Instructions and Requirements) and FAIRs (First Article Inspection Reports) processes. Contract Details: Contract length: until end Feb 2027 Multiple opportunities available Payment term: PAYE only Rates: DOE Accural or advanced holiday payment options Standard 37hrs per week Monday to Friday, with early finish Fridays Onsite full -time Key Responsibilities: Overseeing and coordinating manufacturing processes within the Assembly and Test areas Implementing and maintaining LAIRS and FAIRs processes Ensuring compliance with aerospace industry standards and regulations Identifying and resolving production-related issues Collaborating closely with...

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician II (Machine Operator / Setter) Location: Basingstoke (Houndmills Industrial Estate) Pay Rate: £13.46/hr + 20% Shift Allowance (Total Rate: £16.15/hr | £33,500/yr equivalent) Shift Pattern: Mon - Fri | Rotating Shifts: 06:00 - 14:00 & 14:00 - 22:00 (40 hrs/week) Contract Duration: 6-Month Contract (Overtime Available) About the Role We are recruiting a Manufacturing Technician II for a leading global business based in Basingstoke. In this hands-on role, you will be setting up, operating, and maintaining cutting, forming, and machining equipment to produce high-precision workpieces. Key Responsibilities Machine Setup & Operation: Set up, adjust, and operate cutting, forming, grinding, or CNC/manual machine tools. Tooling & Alignment: Select, install, and align drills, cutters, dies, and holding devices using hand tools and measuring instruments. Quality Inspection: Read technical blueprints/job orders and inspect workpieces...

Immediate Start - Manufacturing Operator | Basingstoke 🌟 Looking for a hands-on role with great pay, training, and career opportunities? Adecco is recruiting Manufacturing Operator professionals to join the team at Basingstoke. If you're reliable, motivated, and ready to be part of a company that produces products that make a real difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! 📍 Location: Basingstoke 📄 Contract: Temporary ⏰ Shift Patterns Available 💷 Competitive Pay Rates Why Join Us? ✅ Immediate opportunities available ✅ Friendly and supportive team environment ✅ Full training provided ✅ Gain valuable manufacturing experience ✅ Excellent workplace culture ✅ Opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career 🔧 What You'll Be Doing As a Manufacturing Operator, you'll play a vital role in keeping production running smoothly by: Operating manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Monitoring...

Packaging / Manufacturing Technician Worthing (Onsite) £15.49 per hour PAYE (Increasing to £17.21 per hour after 12 weeks) 12 Month Contract Rolling Shifts (2 x 12 hour days followed by 2 x 12 hour nights, then 4 day break) Our client is currently searching for a Packaging / Manufacturing Technician to join their team in Worthing! This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a high-performing team, ensuring products are packaged efficiently and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities Operate as a member of the packaging team in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Carry out packaging activities in compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards Ensure all products are produced to required specifications and within set timeframes Deliver planned output targets while maintaining quality and efficiency Follow all site health and safety requirements at all times Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required...

Are you looking for a great temp-to-perm opportunity with excellent prospects? We are seeking a Production Operative to join our busy and dynamic Hand Assembly team. This role is ideal for someone with a sharp eye for detail, experience working with small components, and a commitment to maintaining exceptional quality standards. The Role As a Production Operative, you will play a key role in assembling and inspecting precision components, ensuring that all products meet the highest quality standards. This position involves repetitive, detail-focused tasks and requires both teamwork and the ability to work independently. Key Responsibilities: Hand assembling of connectors Quality check patrolling First-off and last-off product inspection Ensuring all work meets required specifications Working to EN9100 standards Assisting with additional tasks such as packing, when required About You We are looking for someone who: Has high attention to detail and is committed to quality Has...

Are you looking for a great temp-to-perm opportunity with excellent prospects? We are seeking a Production Operative to join our busy and dynamic Hand Assembly team. This role is ideal for someone with a sharp eye for detail, experience working with small components, and a commitment to maintaining exceptional quality standards. The Role As a Production Operative, you will play a key role in assembling and inspecting precision components, ensuring that all products meet the highest quality standards. This position involves repetitive, detail-focused tasks and requires both teamwork and the ability to work independently. Key Responsibilities: Hand assembling of connectors Quality check patrolling First-off and last-off product inspection Ensuring all work meets required specifications Working to EN9100 standards Assisting with additional tasks such as packing, when required About You We are looking for someone who: Has high attention to detail and is committed to quality Has...

HR Administrator | Portsmouth | £28,000–£30,000 | Full-Time | 6–8 Month Contract Are you an organised HR Administrator with excellent attention to detail and experience supporting a busy HR team Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, organisation, and communication are key Workshop Recruitment is supporting a leading manufacturing business in the search for an experienced HR Administrator to join their HR team on a 6–8 month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting a busy manufacturing site, providing efficient HR administration across the full employee lifecycle. The successful HR Administrator will be responsible for maintaining HR systems, supporting payroll administration, coordinating new starters, and providing first-line HR support while ensuring all employee records remain accurate and up to date. Key Responsibilities Manage the Time & Attendance system and maintain accurate employee records Administer the...

Are you an experienced Assembler with electronics assembly skills and exceptional attention to detail Workshop Recruitment is recruiting for an Assembler / Electronics Assembly Operative to join a growing electronics manufacturing business in the Portsmouth area. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assembler who enjoys precision work and wants to become part of a supportive team producing high-quality electronic products. Key Responsibilities Assemble electronic components and products to a high standard. Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions and technical specifications. Carry out PCB and electronic assembly tasks accurately. Perform visual quality inspections to ensure products meet required standards. Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area. Follow company procedures and quality processes at all times. Support continuous improvement within the assembly process. Skills & Knowledge Required Previous experience as an Assembler within...

Software Developer Certain Advantage is hiring for a Software Developer based in the Portsmouth area. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and a separate Space and Defence division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Software Developer —someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Development of code within an agile environment (scrum). Working with the team to design, implement and test features for new product development. Task estimation in accordance with sprint planningThe Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Java Core (version 8+) Spring...

We are looking for reliable, hardworking people to work in fast paced assembly roles, ASAP on a day shift position. This is a temporary, on-going position for the right candidate. You do not need experience, but you must be able to learn quickly, follow instruction and have good dexterity skills. The working hours are: Monday to Thursday 8am to 4.45pm, Friday 8am to 12.00pm £12.91 per hour raising to £13.16 after 12 weeks onsite. You may be using tweezers, small machines, electronic screwdrivers or just using your hands so you must have good dexterity skills & hand eye co-ordination. You should be comfortable working to hourly targets. Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, safety glasses & masks etc are required and provided. This is a standing role. Any job offer is subject to a pass on the Drug Screening test. TJSTR

Continuous Improvement Analyst - Aerospace Manufacturing 📍 Titchfield, Hampshire | PAYE Contract to February 2027 Our aerospace manufacturing client based in Titchfield is seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Analyst to join their team on a PAYE contract basis through to February 2027. This role will play a key part in supporting the site's transition to Daedalus, the organisation's new Centre of Excellence, while driving continuous improvement activities and preparing the business for a successful site move. Working alongside the Continuous Improvement team, you will support the implementation and enhancement of CI processes, analyse business performance data, identify improvement opportunities, and lead structured improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Key requirements: Degree qualified in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline. Experience within manufacturing, engineering, aerospace, or other industrial environments. Knowledge...

Assembler - £14.24ph - Havant, Hampshire We're recruiting for an Assembler to join a growing aerospace manufacturing team in Havant, Hampshire. This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced electronic & electromechanical assemblies in a clean, modern production environment, where no two days are the same. What's in it for you? £14.24 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) Monday to Friday working Flexible start times Temp opportunity with an established manufacturer Free on-site parking Your responsibilities will include: Assembling conventional PCBs using both Through-Hole & SMT techniques Carrying out high-quality hand soldering to IPC standards Building cable assemblies, wiring looms & harnesses Completing electromechanical assemblies Inspecting completed work to ensure exceptional quality standards Carrying out PCB rework, repairs & engineering modifications Reading engineering drawings, schematics & wiring diagrams Occasionally travelling to a...

Position: Composite Technician Location: Lee on Solent Rate/Salary: £24p/hour Type: Contract HSB Technical Ltd is a leading specialist recruiter across Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy, and Aerospace sectors. We connect skilled professionals with reputable clients in the UK and internationally. Visit our website or LinkedIn to learn more. Typically this person will be a composite Technician in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your skills and passion for composites can thrive.- Collaborate with a talented team of professionals to push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of advanced materials.- Embrace the chance to work on diverse projects that span various industries, from marine to aerospace and beyond Key Responsibilities of: * Proficiency in pre-preg and composite manufacturing techniques, with a strong understanding of marine, infusion, and aerospace applications. * Experience working in an R&D department, where you've...

PCB Assembler - Waterlooville - £14.24ph Monday to Friday - 8am-4pm We're recruiting for a PCB Assembler to join a quality-focused manufacturing team where you'll be working on high-reliability electronic assemblies in a clean, modern production environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your assembly skills whilst developing your career within the electronics industry. What's in it for you? £14.24 per hour No weekend working Free Parking & Easy transport links Temp to Perm opportunity Supportive & experienced team Clean, modern manufacturing environment Ongoing training & development The Role As a PCB Assembler, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality electronic assemblies to customer specifications, ensuring excellent workmanship & attention to detail throughout the manufacturing process. You'll be responsible for: Assembling PCB & cable assemblies to engineering drawings & work instructions Carrying out visual inspections of...

PCB Assembly Operator Location: Waterlooville Temp to Perm contract Hours of work: 7:30-4:00 Mon-Thur, 7:30-13:00 Fri We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled PCB Assembly Technician to join our electronics manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assembling, soldering, testing, and inspecting printed circuit boards (PCBs) to ensure they meet quality standards and product specifications. Key Responsibilities Assemble electronic components on PCBs using hand tools, soldering irons, and automated equipment (SMT and through-hole) Interpret assembly drawings, schematics, and bills of materials Perform hand soldering of fine-pitch components, including surface-mount and through-hole parts Operate SMT pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, wave soldering equipment, and inspection tools Conduct visual inspections and functional tests to identify defects or quality issues Troubleshoot and rework PCBs as necessary Collaborate with engineers and supervisors...

Production Supervisor Arreton, Isle of Wight £14.90 per hour | Full Time | Temp to Perm Pertemps Isle of Wight are recruiting for a hands-on Production Supervisor to join a busy food manufacturing business in Arreton. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being involved on the production floor, leading by example and working as part of a small, close-knit team. If you have experience in food manufacturing, production or both, we'd love to hear from you. The Role This isn't a desk-based supervisory position. You'll be working alongside the team every day, helping to produce high-quality food products while ensuring production runs smoothly, safely and efficiently. You'll be responsible for: Supervising and supporting a small production team. Working hands-on within the production process. Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Ensuring all Critical Control Points (CCPs) and food safety procedures are followed. Maintaining high standards of...

Technical Writer – Compounding Petersfield 6 Month Fixed term Contract 8.15am – 16.30pm Monday - Friday Overview: The Technical Writer in compounding is responsible for producing clear, accurate, and compliant technical documentation to support safe, efficient, and compliant compounding operations at my clients laboratories. This role provides dedicated ownership of compounding-related documentation, including investigation write-ups, SOPs, and Work Instructions (WKIs), ensuring alignment with GMP, GDP, and site quality standards. The role acts as a critical interface between Compounding, Quality and Technical Support, translating complex manufacturing processes and investigations into robust, inspection-ready documentation. Key Responsibilities: Investigation & Deviation Documentation • Author and structure deviation investigations, root cause analyses, and CAPA write-ups related to compounding activities, working closely with Compounding, QA, and TSO. • Ensure...

Weekend Production Operator - Petersfield Part-Time Weekend Work , Days and Night Shift | Immediate Starts Available Looking to earn extra income around your current job, studies, childcare commitments, or retirement? We're recruiting Weekend Production Operators to join a leading global manufacturer in Petersfield. This is an excellent opportunity to secure flexible weekend work with competitive rates of pay, full training, and immediate starts available. Whether you have experience in warehouse, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, food production, or customer service, or you're completely new to production work, we'd love to hear from you. Weekend Shift Patterns Day Shifts Saturday: 11:00am - 11:00pm Sunday: 11:00am - 11:00pmNight Shifts Friday: 11:00pm - 11:00am Saturday: 11:00pm - 11:00amWork just 1-2 shifts per week around your existing commitments. Excellent Pay Rates Weekend Days: £15.79 per hour (£13.02 basic rate + £2.77 shift allowance) Weekend Nights: £17.21...

Senior Operator / Production Team Leader/ Supervisor - Nights Petersfield | Temporary to Permanent | Great Progression & Benefits Ready to step into a leadership role where your experience genuinely matters? Our fast‑growing, modern manufacturing site in Petersfield is expanding again - and we're looking for strong team leaders who love being hands‑on and motivating people on shift. If you've led teams in manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, food production, or any fast‑paced environment, this could be the step up you've been looking for. Pay + Shift Choose the shift that suits your life - no rotating patterns: Nights (11pm-7am): £16.48/hr- Sunday to Thursday Full‑time, 5 days per week, temp‑to‑perm opportunity. Easy, Affordable Travel Company bus service for just £3 per day - ideal if you're commuting from Portsmouth, Havant, Waterlooville or nearby. Modern, Well‑Run Manufacturing Site A clean, organised, progressive environment with strong safety and lean...

Senior Operator / Production Supervisor - DAYS Petersfield | Temporary to Permanent | Great Progression & Benefits Ready to step into a leadership role where your experience genuinely matters? Our fast‑growing, modern manufacturing site in Petersfield is expanding again - and we're looking for strong team leaders who love being hands‑on and motivating people on shift. If you've led teams in manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, food production, or any fast‑paced environment, this could be the step up you've been looking for. Pay + Shift Choice Choose the shift that suits your life - no rotating patterns: DAYS - Monday to Friday - 7am-3pmFull‑time, 5 days per week, temp‑to‑perm opportunity. Easy, Affordable Travel Company bus service for just £3 per day - ideal if you're commuting from Portsmouth, Havant, Waterlooville or nearby. Modern, Well‑Run Manufacturing Site A clean, organised, progressive environment with strong safety and lean systems Genuine Perks That...