756 manufacturing jobs found in Bristol

Our client, a large Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for a Manufacturing Controller with a Forklift License to join them on a contract basis at their site in Bristol. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the British nationality and be willing to undergo security checks. 12 month initial contract. Fully onsite in Bristol. £23.91 - £25.26 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35.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 planned lead and cycle times, in order to comply with manufacturing programmes and delivery schedules. Packing including the use of hand tools. Receiving and issuing of tooling. Updating computer records. Kitting activity. Loading and unloading...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Controller subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The role does require the candidate to have Stores / Lineside / Production line experience.  This vacancy does also require the candidate to have or previously held an FLT License.      Job Title: Manufacturing Controller Rate: £25.26 per hour Location: Bristol Hybrid / Remote working: Onsite. Standard Days, not shift work Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week are paid at time and a quarter (25% increase) Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   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...

Aerospace R&T Manufacturing Engineer Certain Advantage is hiring for a Manufacturing Engineer based in the Filton area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-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 an Aerospace R&T Manufacturing Engineer—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 and delivery of an industrial plan for wing research. Working with the jigs and tooling team, and component suppliers. Generation and validation of manufacturing capability documentation. Working across the design and...

We are currently looking for Manufacturing Operatives to join one of our clients on a long term basis. The company is a world leader in the manufacture, modification and servicing of specialist products for the rail industry. Based in their purpose-built premises in Wiltshire the role will involve working on the assembly of braking systems for trains. The main duties will include the following: - •Working from assembly instruction, assembling components •Testing and fault finding on existing and new equipment •Replacement of faulty components •Repair of faulty equipment •Re-build of equipment •General mechanical and basic electrical fitting work. The successful candidates will have some previous experience of mechanical and/or electrical assembly or be used to using basic hand tools. They will ideally have experience of working on the repair and maintenance of smaller scale machinery. It is essential that applicants can read and understand assembly instructions This is an ongoing...

GMP Production Manufacturing Technician Opportunity – Swindon Opportunity: An exciting opportunity has been created due to company growth. My client a global pharmaceutical manufacturing company are looking to recruit a Production Manufacturing Technician based in Swindon where you will be working in a GMP clean room manufacturing environment making drug products / compounding as allocated on the production planning system to cGMP, current pharmaceutical regulations, whilst adhering to EH&S requirements. The hours of work are: 7:00 am to 7:00 pm / 7:00 pm to 7:00 am / 2 days / 2 nights then 4 days off. Day to day duties include: * Accurately complete documentation related to the Encapsulation process. * Operate and maintain up to two Encapsulation Machines (and covers up to as many as four during breaks). * Maintaining a clean work area. * Performing in-process checks and evaluating in detail, product quality. * Monitoring material and gel usage at the machine and...

Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Sliding Head) Tewkesbury (on site) Aerospace/Advanced Manufacturing Outside IR35 £50 - £55 per hour THE ROLE - Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Sliding Head) This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stand-out aerospace engineering business to support Sliding Head/Swiss Lathe Manufacturing. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll need to possess excellent experience in Sliding Head lathe practices and processes including programming and CAD/CAM knowledge. As an expert with Sliding Head machining, you should have knowledge of some of the following machines: Star ST38, Star SR10J, Star SW20, Citizen. DUTIES - Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Sliding Head) Authoring and approving manufacturing processes and process specifications Online and Offline programming for CNC Activities - Perform problem solving and root cause corrective actions (RCCA). Provide technical, machining task planning and authorisation. Advise and support daily shop-floor management...

Manufacturing Engineer 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract Southampton, Hampshire An established high-tech manufacturing business based in Southampton is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their Operations Engineering team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The company designs and manufactures advanced laser technology used across a wide range of industrial applications worldwide. With new products being introduced at pace, this role will play a key part in supporting manufacturing capability, improving processes and ensuring successful product introduction into production. This is a hands-on engineering role, working closely with production, engineering and NPI teams to optimise manufacturing processes, drive continuous improvement and support operational performance. The role is approximately 50% cleanroom based, so experience or comfort working within controlled environments would be beneficial. ________________________________________ The Role You will be responsible for...

Our World leading defence client has a requirement for a number of highly dextrous Assemblers. Successful candidates will need to have recent experience from a similar environment (lasers, fibreoptics or microelectronics would be particularly suitable). The Manufacturing Assemblers will be responsible for the assembly, inspection, and process control of electronic or semiconductor devices to ensure products meet quality, reliability, and performance requirements in a manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Assemble parts and subassemblies using hand tools, fixtures, and equipment Follow work instructions, drawings, and standard operating procedures Meet production targets while maintaining quality standards Inspect assembled products for defects and ensure conformance to specifications Report quality issues, equipment problems, or material shortages Maintain a clean and organised work area (5S) Follow all safety policies and procedures Complete required...

Manufacturing / Process Transfer Engineer Outside IR35 | Up to £50/hr | Contract to Dec 2026 Long-term Outside IR35 opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing / Process Transfer Engineer supporting a major equipment and process transfer within a high-tech manufacturing environment. Key highlights: * Maintain production output during site transfer * Lead equipment relocation, qualification & re-installation (IQ/OQ/PQ) * Support PFMEAs, work instructions & process documentation * Troubleshoot lasers, optics & precision assemblies * Work cross-functionally with R&D, Quality & Supply Chain Skills needed: * Manufacturing/Process Engineering background (laser, optics, photonics, precision assembly) * Strong hands-on problem solving (mechanical / optical / electro-mechanical) * Experience managing complex transfers under tight timelines Details: * Rate: Up to £50 per hour * IR35: Outside * Duration: Long-term (to end of 2026) 👉 Apply now for...

Manufacturing Technician Basingstoke Temp-perm My client, a leading engineering company based close to Basingstoke is looking to recruit a Manufacturing Technician on a temp-perm basis - typically you will work for 3 months and then join my client on a permanent basis. My client have recently moves premises and have a very impressive manufacturing facility. The role will work on a double dayshift, working 06.00 – 14.00 / 14.00 – 22.00 which will rotate weekly. Ideally, candidates will have a background within engineering / manufacturing and be familiar with general engineering practises, machinery and measuring equipment. Candidates must be able to start immediately or a maximum of a week after successful interview and offer to start - so please only apply if you are available immediately or maximum 1 week from an offer. We will hold a short interview on my clients site in Basingstoke. Duties to include: * Laying up & cutting of raw materials. * Operate process machines to...

Our client based in the Havant area is looking to recruit an experienced Assembly Operator to join their team. When you join them, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential. Hou Monday – Friday, 6am – 2pm and 2pm – 10pm alternating weekly. Key Responsibilities: As Assembly Operator you will be responsible for working on the assembly line within cleanrooms to combine parts and components. You will be required to inspect the product and identify and report any defects to ensure only products that meet the required specifications move on to the next manufacturing stage. You will build products on the assembly line according to customer specific technical drawings, instructions, or schematics. You will be competent in making all required assemblies in the range. You will be capable of working with a complex range of products. You...

Job Description: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Rugby, Warwickshire Contract: 1 year, (26th April 2026 – 25th April 2027) Overview: We drive improvements to manufacturing execution, efficiency, quality, and cost through effective process design, production readiness, factory layout planning, and continuous optimisation of manufacturing methods. A key part of the role is ensuring that all preparations are in place so new products, equipment, and projects can be introduced into production safely, efficiently, and with robust quality controls. Reporting to the Manufacturing Readiness & Technologies Leader, the Lead Manufacturing Readiness Engineer plays a key role in developing and improving manufacturing processes for a new product within a purpose-built facility. This role focuses on delivering robust planning to ensure process capability, safety, quality, delivery, cost, and plant layout effectiveness. The successful candidate will lead have a strong background in CNC...

New Model/NPI Manufacturing Engineer (INSIDE IR35) About this Position Our Manufacturing Engineering team is expanding to support future growth plans. With new models come greater opportunities to develop and standardise processes that ensure every vehicle is built to the highest quality. This role is central to the success of manufacturing operations, overseeing the processes and complexities of building new models – from initial concept designs through prototypes into full series production. The position offers significant variety, with exposure to multiple projects and collaboration across concept design, engineering, and operations, giving the opportunity to influence projects from start to finish. Job Responsibilities * Create and develop deliverables for each new model introduction, including: * Vehicle assembly concept * Transition from virtual environment to physical validation and delivery * Process sequencing,...

Manufacturing Operative | Bagged Salad Production Are you looking for a fast-paced role where your attention to detail ensures millions of people get fresh, healthy food on their plates? We are seeking motivated Manufacturing Operatives to join our team in the bagged salad industry. You will take "cell ownership," managing the throughput of product while ensuring every bag meets our high quality and safety standards. The Role This isn't just a production line job; you will be responsible for the efficiency of your specific area. Your day-to-day will include: Operating machinery and ensuring efficient cell operation. Supervising agency staff within your cell. Completing vital food safety, quality, and health and safety paperwork. Performing Critical Control Point (CCP) checks to guarantee product legality. Maintaining a clean, safe environment by following site safety procedures. Shift Patterns & Pay We operate on a rotating shift basis to keep our fresh produce...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Logistics Services Analyst subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.   The role will be 4 days per week onsite. Your office base can be either Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference).    Contract Duration: 12 months initially and then ongoing. Hourly Rate: £40 per hour (Umbrella).  Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’   Manufacturing Logistics Services Analyst Job Description: Join us at the forefront of Digital Transformation, where your expertise and support will define the foundation for UK Manufacturing Logistics Services. We are embarking on a bold, group-wide Digital Transformation programme (IMPACT) that will redefine how we work, connect and deliver value across the organisation. The programme focuses on upgrading the SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) capability from its’ current version - ECC6 to S/4HANA,...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage 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: £25.26 per hour.  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 planned lead and cycle times, in order to comply with manufacturing programmes and delivery schedules. Packing...

Manufacturing Process Engineer Location: Broughton (Onsite) Contract: 12 months (Inside IR35) Rate: Up to £40.13 per hour (Umbrella) / £30.00 PAYE Hours: 35 per week | Early Friday finish Make an impact in a world‑class manufacturing environment We're recruiting a Manufacturing Engineering Serial Process Engineer to join a leading aerospace production site in the UK. This role sits at the heart of serial production, working closely with Design, Manufacturing Engineering and Shop Floor teams to ensure products are built efficiently, safely and to the highest standards. The role You'll be responsible for translating engineering intent into clear, robust manufacturing processes. This includes creating and maintaining assembly work instructions, supporting live production issues, and managing work preparation activities within SAP. You'll also contribute to process improvements, deviation analysis, and the smooth introduction of new parts and design changes into production. What...

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Manufacturing Engineering Serial Process Engineer on an initial 12 -month contract. As the Manufacturing Engineering Serial Process Engineer, you will be a crucial link between the Design Office, Manufacturing Engineering Team and Production, by managing and maintaining work instructions derived from technical drawings, using the company's ERP system (SAP). Role: Manufacturing Engineering Serial Process Engineer Pay: £40.13 per hour Via Umbrella Location: Broughton Contract: Monday - Friday 37 hours per week, 12 months IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: BPSS Responsibilities Define and write assembly work processes, create specifications for assembly tools, and define methods for implementing modifications in production. You'll also create and ensure the consistency of manufacturing engineering dossiers with design dossiers. Launch parts and assembly items, provide on-site support, and prepare additional...

Manufacturing Engineer 12 month contract Based in Broughton Offering £40.13ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using SAP? Do you have experience working within the Aerospace/Avionics industry? 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 Manufacturing Engineer, 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: Define and write assembly work processes, create specifications for assembly tools, and define methods for implementing modifications in production Create and ensure the consistency of manufacturing engineering dossiers with design dossiers Launch parts and assembly items, provide on-site support, and prepare additional manufacturing...

Salary: £26,436.80 per year (£12.71 p/h) Night Shift Premium: £14.00 per night worked Hours: 40 hours/week, Mon-Fri + paid overtime Shifts: Training: 08:00-16:00 Rotation: 06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00 / 22:00-06:00 Role Overview We are looking for a hands-on, detail-focused Coatings Technician to support our client production team. You will carry out surface preparation, load setup, coating chamber preparation, equipment checks, and final packing/despatch. Full training provided. Key Responsibilities Prepare customer components (cleaning, blasting, masking) Set up production loads using jigs and fixtures Prepare and test coating chambers Review data and complete documentation Perform equipment checks and basic maintenance Maintain high 5S/housekeeping standards Support audits and continuous improvement activities Requirements Essential: High school education or equivalent Ability to work rotating shifts including nights Physically able to meet manual handling needs Full UK...