160 manufacturing jobs found in Bolton

Our client, a trusted partner of the UK's Ministry of Defence, is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with expertise in Assembly and Integration, particularly in circuit card assemblies. Based within the unit and missile assembly manufacturing facility, you will play a key role in ensuring products are built efficiently, on time, and within budget. As a vital member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will provide support across multiple projects, contributing to the successful delivery of high-quality manufacturing solutions. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and maintain detailed Manufacturing Instructions to ensure accuracy and clarity. Design, commission, and validate the necessary tooling for production processes. Support industrial validation activities, including FMEA and First Article Inspection (FAI). Diagnose and resolve technical issues encountered during manufacturing. Update route cards to reflect changes resulting from rework activities. Manage...

Manufacturing Engineer Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Manufacturing Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework activities. Management of Configuration Control by...

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...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x Manufacturing Engineers. Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Manufacturing Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process....

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

Manufacturing Engineer (Assembly and Integration) Bolton £35 per hour initially 12 months 1-stage interview Mon-Fri Certain Advantage is working in partnership with a large engineering company that operates within the aerospace industry and is currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer. As a key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing.   What will you be doing? Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEAs, FAIs etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework activities. Management of Configuration Control by the embodiment of Design Modifications into the Manufacturing Instructions. Support the Non-Conformance Process using SAP.  A couple of things you should know: Formal...

Production & Manufacturing Operative – Immediate Starts Location: Rochdale Pay Rate: £12.24 per hour  Hours: Monday – Friday (Rotating Shifts) 6:00am – 2:00pm 2:00pm – 10:00pm Occasional 8:00am – 5:00pm shifts available  Contract: Temporary to Permanent About the Role We’re currently recruiting Production & Manufacturing Operatives to join a busy manufacturing team in Rochdale. This is a hands-on role where you’ll support the production process, helping to assemble, prepare, and finish products to high quality standards. This opportunity offers immediate starts, a clean working environment, and the chance to secure a permanent role. Key Responsibilities Assemble and bond components as part of the manufacturing process Prepare materials including sanding, finishing, and quality checking Support production lines and build teams to meet daily output targets Carry out general factory and manufacturing duties Follow health & safety and quality procedures at all...

Production & Manufacturing Operative – Immediate Starts Location: Rochdale Pay Rate: £12.24 per hour  Hours: Monday – Friday (Rotating Shifts) 6:00am – 2:00pm 2:00pm – 10:00pm Occasional 8:00am – 5:00pm shifts available  Contract: Temporary to Permanent About the Role We’re currently recruiting Production & Manufacturing Operatives to join a busy manufacturing team in Rochdale. This is a hands-on role where you’ll support the production process, helping to assemble, prepare, and finish products to high quality standards. This opportunity offers immediate starts, a clean working environment, and the chance to secure a permanent role. Key Responsibilities Assemble and bond components as part of the manufacturing process Prepare materials including sanding, finishing, and quality checking Support production lines and build teams to meet daily output targets Carry out general factory and manufacturing duties Follow health & safety and quality procedures at all...

Manufacturing Administrator / Personnel Assistant £28,000 salary Excellent Benefits Warrington Temporary Initially - leading to permanent We are thrilled to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Manufacturing Administrator to support across the business including the HR Team. Ideal experience you will have to be successful in your new role: * Excellent Excel skills * Meeting and greeting with members of the production, warehouse and logistics teams to aid with day to day needs * PPE allocations, stock control and ordering new PPE * Allocating lockers for security to new and existing team members * Helping in HR with filing, diary management and adding new starters to the system (GDPR compliancy is essential) We are looking for someone with previous experience who can ideally hit the ground running and start in their new role ASAP. Manufacturing experience is essential. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8am start with a 1pm finish on a Friday....

Manufacturing Technician Location: Leeds LS13 Contract: 12 Week Temporary to be with a view to being offered as a Permanent role Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (40 hours per Week) Pay: £13.35 p/h (£27,775 annual salary if offered permanent opportunity) Stafflex are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Leeds, supplying high-quality technical products to their worldwide client base. We are looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to join their production tea,. This role would suit someone with previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment who enjoys working with precision components, assemblies and testing processes. Key Responsibilities: Assembly, building and testing of small components and finished products Working to engineering drawings, instructions and quality standards Carrying out inspections and highlighting any quality issues Completing job cards and updating systems accurately...

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Manufacturing Support Engineer on an initial 8-month contract. In this role, you will support the production team at shopfloor level, driving continuous improvement and Operational Excellence. You will help resolve recurring technical issues, optimize production processes, and ensure efficient use of resources to enable smooth and effective operations. Role: Manufacturing Support Engineer Pay: £36 per hour Via Umbrella + Shift allowance Location: Broughton Contract: Monday - Friday, Double day shifts Week of mornings - 6:00am - 1:10pm, Week of afternoons - 1:30pm - 8:40pm, 8-month contract IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: BPSS Responsibilities Daily / on shift line side support to manage technical issues & continuous improvement: missing parts, non-conformities, concessions if applicable / DQN, Outstanding Work, maintenance, jigs & tools. Perform Work Order Management for out of cycle work. Escalate...

Manufacturing Programmer Location: Broughton Shift Pattern: Nightshift - 12‑hour shifts, 7pm-7am (3 on / 4 off) Contract: Long‑term (extension highly likely) (Inside IR35) Clearance: BPSS (carried out as part of onboarding) Rate: £27.75 p/h PAYE | £36.70 p/h Umbrella + 38% shift uplift Join a High‑Performance Engineering Team Are you an experienced NC Programmer looking to step into a fast‑paced, technically engaging environment? This is an opportunity to work at the heart of a major aerospace production facility, supporting cutting‑edge manufacturing lines on one of the industry's largest commercial aircraft programmes. You'll play a hands‑on role in ensuring production flow, solving problems lineside, and developing highly technical NC programs that directly support live build activity. No two nights are the same - if you enjoy troubleshooting, improving processes, and seeing your work make immediate impact, you will thrive here. What You'll Be Doing Providing expert...

Interim Manufacturing Manager required for an immediate start for a leading multinational engineering firm has just hit a 50% growth surge in 18 months. The Interim Manufacturing Manager will come straight into a performing machine shop and lead the direction and throughput of there high valued product. This is a critical 3-6 month interim role for an Operations / Manufacturing Manager from a CNC High Precision Machine Shop. As the Manufacturing Manager you are the link between strategy and shop-floor reality. Precision CNC:Directing teams through complex, tight-tolerance machining cycles Heat Treatment Oversight: Taking full ownership of the Heat Treatment department, ensuring stringent regulatory compliance and metallurgical integrity. People Management : Leading their production teams. , unblock bottlenecks, and keep morale high during a period of massive scaling. The Experience: senior leadership in high-precision manufacturing. The Technical Edge: You understand the...

Job Title: Aluminium TIG Welder / Fabricator Location: Westhoughton, Bolton Job Overview We are looking for a skilled and reliable Aluminium TIG Welder / Fabricator to join our growing manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for welding and fabricating components used in roofing and cladding systems, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard of quality and accuracy. This role requires experience working with aluminium and mild steel, along with the ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings to produce parts and assemblies to specification. Working Hours Monday to Friday: 6:00am – 2:30pm Overtime regularly available Overtime Rates Time and one third after 40 hours Double time on Sundays (hours depending) Key Responsibilities Perform TIG welding on aluminium components to a high standard Fabricate parts and assemblies based on engineering / fabrication drawings Work with aluminium and mild steel materials Cut, shape, and assemble metal...

We are looking for a Temp Quality Inspector to join a team in the industrial sector in Bolton. The role requires a detail-oriented professional to ensure all equipment meets quality and compliance standards. Client Details The hiring company is a respected player within the industrial / manufacturing sector. It is a medium-sized organisation that values precision and excellence in its engineering and manufacturing processes. Description The temporary Quality Inspector will be responsible for: Goods inwards inspection against visual and dimensional requirements. Service equipment inspection for customer parts Valve build inspection Assess/approve first article inspection reports from vendors. Conduct patrol inspection in warehouse areas. Ensure calibration regimes are followed. Use of SAP system to conduct acceptance/rejection and raise concession of parts. Carry out initial problem resolution activities. Support Quality Engineers/engineering in problem resolution Material...

My client based in BOLTON is seeking HGV TECHNICIAN. Your job will be to maintain our fleet - a task that will see you working with diverse vehicle technology and sophisticated ancillary equipment. Day to day you will: * Carry out service, maintenance and repair of all types of vehicles and equipment * Diagnose and rectify all types of faults * Prepare and carry out MOT * Ensure Health & Safety regulations and safe working practices are adhered to Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential * Demonstrate proven experience and knowledge of repairing and maintaining vehicles * DBS check to be completed before start date (we will do this in-house) * HGV licence class 1 or class 2 an advantage but not necessary and opportunities for HGV licences possible * Inspection training/IRTEC accreditation an advantage but can be provided. * Hydraulics and pneumatics are an advantage but training can be provided if required * You...

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 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....

General Operator (CCA) 12 month contract Based in Bolton Offering £24.78ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with Circuit Card Assembly (CCA)? Do you have experience working within a manufacturing environment? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the General Operator (CCA), you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: 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 manufacturing area Adhere in all activities to agreed standards and behaviours Comply with...

Our client, a trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, is looking for a detail-focused General Operator to join their cutting-edge manufacturing team. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in microelectronics assembly, particularly those confident working under a microscope with extremely small components. You'll be part of a high-performing team supporting the production of advanced missile systems, with a focus on precision soldering and assembly of circuit card components. If you have a steady hand, a sharp eye, and thrive in a cleanroom-style environment-this is for you. Key Responsibilities: Assembling and soldering microelectronic components under a microscope Following detailed manufacturing instructions and quality standards Supporting sub-assembly and certification processes Working across departments including PEC/CCA, looming, plastics, and stores Ensuring compliance with health & safety and ESD protocols Tentatively work across several...