19 manufacturing jobs found in Plymouth

Production & Manufacturing Operatives Plymouth | £12.90 - £17.20 per hour (depending on shift) | Full-Time Hours | Various Shift Patterns | Long-Term Opportunities Introduction Acorn by Synergie is proud to be recruiting on behalf of Rittal CSM, a market-leading manufacturer based at Broadley Park Industrial Park, Roborough, Plymouth. If you're looking for a stable role with ongoing training and genuine opportunities to develop your career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Key Duties: Assemble and pack products ready for dispatch. Use hand and power tools safely and effectively. Move materials around the factory. Load sheets of metal onto a paint line up to 20kg. Follow production schedules and meet targets. Work in line with health and safety procedures. Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Requirements: Strong eye for detail. Manual or manufacturing work experience. Good practical skills. Ability to follow instructions and processes...

Are you a skilled Controls & Automation or Electrical Engineer looking for a high-impact contract where you can truly own the lifecycle of major capital projects? We are partnering with a large global manufacturer at their Plymouth site to find a dynamic Controls Project Engineer. This isn't a role where you'll just be maintaining the status quo. Instead, you will be driving massive site upgrades, including a major overhaul replacing machines, integrating cutting-edge technology into existing systems, and upgrading legacy assets to modern standards. If you are looking for a highly visible contract within a fast-paced, world-class manufacturing environment, your next challenge starts here. Location: Plymouth (On-site) Duration: 12 Months Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Full-Time) Pay Rate: £23.36 - £47.30 per hour (depending on experience)As a Controls Project Engineer, you will manage a mix of project stages, focusing predominantly on Low Voltage (LV)...

My name is Paddy and I'm reaching out to Chefs in the Plymouth area as we are looking for new Chefs looking for Temporary & Permanent Roles. I'm a chef by trade with nearly 20 years of experience in kitchens. I have spent over 5 years working as a Blue Arrow Chef so I have a great understanding of a Chef's wants and needs and how Blue Arrow can help facilitate a more flexible way of working. Temporary cheffing comes with the added benefit of choosing when you work, putting you back in control and helping you achieve that work life balance all while earning a similar wage to a salaried position, if not better! We have ongoing temp work available in Schools, Care Homes, Nurseries, Manufacturing sites, Pubs and Restaurants etc. No worries if you don't have a DBS as we can obtain this for you for free which will enable you to work in high compliance sites. If you are looking for permanent opportunities I can also assist with this. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability...

About the Role DK Recruitment are seeking a skilled and proactive EC&I Technician to join our clients' engineering team. This is a key role responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving electrical, control, and instrumentation systems across site to ensure maximum reliability and performance. You’ll play a crucial part in supporting operational efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced industrial environment. Key Responsibilities * Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on electrical, control, and instrumentation systems * Diagnose faults and perform effective repairs to minimise downtime * Maintain and calibrate instrumentation equipment * Support PLC fault finding and basic modifications * Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment and upgrades * Ensure all work is completed in line with health, safety, and compliance standards * Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability...

We’re partnering with a world renowned manufacturer, the UK’s largest provider of engineering solutions and a global leader in production, service and maintenance. With over 70,000 employees across 60 countries, this is your chance to join a high-performing team delivering cutting-edge technology that powers systems worldwide. Roles Available Electronics Assembler * Hand assembly of PCBs and electronic components * Coil winding and loom preparation – wiring, crimping, wire-stripping * Rack and cubicle assembly and wiring * Soldering (Surface Mount & Through-hole) and conformal coating * Following technical drawings, schematics, and production instructions * Using both manual and automated test equipment (Fluke meters, multimeters) Test Operative * Assembly and testing of electrical/electronic components * Visual inspections of electronic and light mechanical systems * Use of semi-automatic test...

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Assistant Financial Accountant to join a manufacturing finance team on a 12 month, fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and month-end reports. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in finance and accounting software to contribute to the organisation’s financial health and growth. The position involves working closely with various departments to support accurate financial reporting and analysis, utilising industry-standard tools such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, PeopleSoft, and other accounting software. Responsibilities * Supporting the full month-end close, including journals and reporting * Producing accounts, variance analysis, and performance packs * Delivering timely financial insights and KPI reporting * Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and scenario...

Job Title: Automation Project Engineer Location: Devon Contract Length: 12 Months Start Date: ASAP We're recruiting an Automation Project Engineer to support delivery of Controls & Automation projects within a fast paced manufacturing environment. You'll provide project support, ensuring all activities align with site safety and quality standards, while contributing to the full project lifecycle from design through to commissioning. The role will involve working closely with internal teams and external contractors, supporting design reviews, FAT/SAT activities, and ensuring projects are delivered to scope, timeline, and budget. Requirements: Proven experience delivering automation or controls projects in manufacturing Strong PLC/SCADA/HMI knowledge (e.g. Allen Bradley or Siemens) Experience supporting FAT/SAT and commissioning activities Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Resident Engineer Customer Support Agreement (CSA) Role Location: South West England, Devon Job Type: Contract, Full-Time Industry: Engineering Salary: £53.00 - £65.00 per hour Job Description The Resident Engineer in a Customer Support Agreement (CSA) role is responsible for providing on-site technical support and engineering expertise to ensure the reliable operation and maintenance of equipment and systems. This position requires close collaboration with clients to deliver prompt and effective solutions, manage maintenance activities, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The role is based in Devon and requires a professional who can operate independently while adhering to health and safety standards and contractual obligations. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Provide on-site technical support and engineering advice to clients under the Customer Support Agreement. Monitor and maintain equipment performance to ensure compliance with operational and safety...

Overall Department Direction In order to deliver the MoD’s submarine and warship programmes, a significant programme of infrastructure investment is required on the Devonport site. The ‘Major Infrastructure Projects’ (MIP) Business Unit has been established to support this. One of the key scope elements within MIP is establishing a defuel capability for out of service submarines, which is delivered under the programme banner of 14 Dock Readiness. This work comprises of a number of interrelated projects to develop various multi-disciplinary infrastructure systems, with an overall value in excess of £100m. The Dock Readiness project is delivering the infrastructure upgrades for the existing dry dock that will be used for the submarine defuels. The dry dock is within a nuclear licensed site. Multiple work packages form the Dock Readiness project. This role is part of that Engineering Team that is delivering the designs for each of those work packages. Main Purpose of...

I’ve just had a client get in touch who are looking to appoint an Interim Repairs Supervisor on an initial 3–6-month contract to support repairs, planned works, contractor management, and property maintenance services across their housing portfolio. Key responsibilities include: • Overseeing responsive repairs, planned works, and aids & adaptations projects. • Supervising contractors to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard. • Carrying out inspections, surveys, and technical assessments. • Managing customer communication, complaints, and service delivery. • Supporting compliance across H&S, CDM, HHSRS, damp & mould, and building safety requirements. • Monitoring contractor performance, KPIs, budgets, and operational delivery. The client is looking for someone with experience in building surveying, repairs & maintenance, contractor management, and social housing property services. Location: Southwest Rate: £(Apply online only)...

Great opportunity to work as a Despatch Operative for our client's pork factory. Staffline is recruiting Despatch Operatives in Bugle. The rate of pay is: - AM Shift £13 per hour - PM Shift £14 per hour Overtime is available and is paid at: - AM Shift £19.50 per hour - PM Shift £21.00 per hour This is a full-time role working fixed shifts, Monday to Friday, and the hours of work are: - AM, 6:25am to 3:25pm - PM, 3:15pm to 11:50pm Applicants must have their own transport to travel to the site. Your Time at Work As our Despatch Operative, you'll be helping make sure everything runs safely, efficiently, and on time. You'll keep things moving, support your team and ensure every order leaves exactly as it should. Key duties include: - Operational Prowess: Help the team to complete all daily outloads and unloads according to schedule. This includes loading stock onto trailers, wrapping pallets and assisting the despatch team in whatever way you can. -...

Great opportunity to work as a Thermal Process Operative within a well-established pork processing factory, working with high-quality pork products for human consumption in Bugle. Be part of a dedicated AM or Night shift team to ensure our high-value products move seamlessly through our factory. The rate of pay is: - Days £14.04 per hour - Nights £17.50 per hour Overtime is available and is paid at: - Days £21.06 per hour - Nights £26.25 per hour This is a full-time role working a fixed rolling roater on a 4-on 4-off basis. The hours of work are: - Days 06:30am to 18:30pm - Nights 18:30pm to 06:30am Having your own transport is mandatory to travel to the site. Your Time at Work As our Thermal Process operative, you'll be helping to make sure everything runs safely, efficiently, and on time. You'll keep things moving, support fellow team members and ensure every customer requirement is completed correctly. Key Duties include: - Operational Prowess: Help...

Our well-established manufacturing client is seeking production operatives to join their team on the workshop floor. Job Title: Production Operative Pay: £13.50 per hour (£2 per hour premium for night shift) Job Type: Full Time; Temporary Ongoing Hours: Monday - Thursday Shifts: Day Shift: 7am - 5:30pm; Night shift: 4:30pm - 3am Location: Holsworthy Responsibilities of the Production Operative: Operate punch press machines to cut, shape, and form metal Load materials into the machine and adjust to ensure accurate cutting and forming Monitor the machine during operation to detect malfunctions and make necessary adjustments Lift, move and carry safely large and heavy pieces of metal Adhere to manual handling and health and safety regulations Requirements of the Production Operative: Experience in a factory environment (metal works experience is advantageous Performing quality checks on finished products Maintaining a clean and safe work environment Flexibility...

Interim Project Accountant Location: Tiverton (Hybrid working - 4 days on-site per week) Rate: Up to £300 per day Duration: 6 months Start: July 2026 Overview A well-established manufacturing business based in Tiverton is seeking an experienced Interim Project Accountant to support key finance initiatives over a 6-month period.This role will play a critical part in supporting financial projects, improving processes, and delivering robust financial reporting within a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Support key finance projects and transformation initiatives Assist with month-end, reporting and financial analysis Review and improve financial processes and controls Provide project costing, analysis and insight to senior stakeholders Partner with operational teams to drive efficiencies and performance improvements Support ad-hoc finance activities as required Candidate Profile Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Proven experience as a...

Sawmill Operative Location: Barnstaple Job Type: Full-time Pay: £13.00 per hour Hours: Monday-Thursday: 06:30-16:30 Friday: 06:30-12:30 We are currently recruiting for a Sawmill Operative to join a busy and well-established business in Barnstaple. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work and is looking to build a long-term career within a production environment. The Role You will initially be working within the sawmill, supporting day-to-day mill operations and learning the processes involved. For the right person, there is the opportunity to progress into framing work as your skills develop. Key Responsibilities * Operating machinery within the sawmill * Handling and processing timber * Supporting general production duties * Maintaining a clean and safe working environment * Working as part of a team to meet production targets Requirements * Previous experience in a sawmill, manufacturing, or similar environment would be beneficial *...

Frame Maker Pay: £13.00 per hour Hours: Monday-Thursday 06:30-16:30, Friday 06:30-12:30 Overtime available We are recruiting for a Frame Maker to join a friendly and supportive manufacturing team. This is a temporary-to-permanent role offering long-term stability and full training, making it ideal for candidates looking to learn a new hands-on skill. Role Overview You will assemble and finish high‑quality frames in a workshop environment. No experience is required, as full training is provided. Key Duties * Measuring, cutting and assembling frame components * Using basic hand tools (training provided) * Following production instructions and quality checks * Keeping a clean and organised workspace * Working effectively as part of a small team About You We're looking for someone who: * Is reliable and punctual * Has a positive, can‑do attitude * Enjoys hands-on, practical work * Works well within a team * Has good attention to detail What's Available *...

My name is Paddy and I'm reaching out to Chefs in the North Devon area as we are looking for new Chefs looking for Temporary & Permanent Roles. I'm a chef by trade with nearly 20 years of experience in kitchens. I have spent over 5 years working as a Blue Arrow Chef so I have a great understanding of a Chef's wants and needs and how Blue Arrow can help facilitate a more flexible way of working. Temporary cheffing comes with the added benefit of choosing when you work, putting you back in control and helping you achieve that work life balance all while earning a similar wage to a salaried position, if not better! We have ongoing temp work available in Schools, Care Homes, Nurseries, Manufacturing sites, Pubs and Restaurants etc. No worries if you don't have a DBS as we can obtain this for you for free which will enable you to work in high compliance sites. If you are looking for permanent opportunities I can also assist with this. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability...

Industrial Chemist Redruth | Competitive Hourly Rate | 8 am - 4:30 pm | Monday to Friday | Temporary to Permanent Introduction Acorn by Synergie is proud to be working in partnership with Pall Redruth, a world-leading manufacturer in the aerospace and industrial engineering sectors. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Industrial Chemist to maintain compliance of treatments (anodisation and crack detection) to NADCAP standards within a forward-thinking organisation renowned for precision engineering, technical innovation, and manufacturing excellence. Key Duties Work within production schedules and product process requirements to identify appropriate manufacturing methods. Liaise with Engineering on prototype and development activities. Ensure Health and Safety requirements are considered and incorporated into process design. Assume responsibility for the safe implementation of changed processes, including written and verbal operating procedures. Identify and...

Quality Engineer - Aerospace Manufacturing Redruth | Temporary Ongoing | Monday to Friday, 8am - 4:30pm | Salary DOE Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of Pall Redruth Aerospace for a Quality Engineer to join their team in Redruth. Reporting to the Principal Quality Engineer, you will act as the first-line representative for key strategic customers while driving quality improvements across the product family. This is an excellent opportunity to join a world-class aerospace manufacturer committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Key Duties Take ownership of First Pass Yield (FPY) and Customer Complaint metrics within your product family and drive improvements. Act as the primary contact for the quality teams of strategic customers. Implement and maintain the Certified Operator Programme for the product family. Lead Quality Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure effective training and execution of DBS and QMS activities to...