818 manufacturing jobs found in Milton Keynes

Role Title: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Stevenage (onsite) Duration: 12 Months Hours per Week: 37.5 Rate: £22.50p/h PAYE or £31p/h via Umbrella The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting day-to-day operations including production associates, equipment, and processes to ensure we provide the highest quality products to our customers. The Manufacturing Engineer also provides technical and project leadership to develop and deploy equipment and process upgrades for new product development, cost reduction and quality improvement. This position reports to the Tech Transfer Team Leader and is part of the Operations & Supply Chain team located in Stevenage and will be an on-site role. What you will do: Identify, participate in and lead projects that deliver improvements in safety, quality, delivery and cost Problem solve process issues and/or product non-conformances using empirical evidence and quantitative analysis Participate in New Product Development...

Manufacturing Engineer Assembly and Integration JOB LOCATION: STEVENAGE SECURITY: SC (But Can Start on BPSS) DURATION: 12+ Months (Possibility for Extensions) TYPE: Contract WORK PATTERN: FULLTIME ONSITE - 5 Days a Week. PAY RATE: £ 32 - £ 35 / PER HOUR (Umbrella Inside IR35) Essential QUALIFICATIONS/Experience • Electrical or Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Apprenticeship (Advanced Level or L3 Standard) AND • Electrical or Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Level 4 academic qualification (HNC, diploma, etc.) AND • Electrical or Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Level 3 vocational qualification (NVQ) *Not required if a L3 apprenticeship standard has been achieved OR Degree in a relevant subject. TARGET INDUSTRIES AND COMPANIES. Is Defence a must? -Defence/Aerospace is preferred although not essential, will consider other industries within the wider Manufacturing sectors ALTERNATIVE JOB TITLES IN OTHER COMPANIES OR INDUSTRIES Manufacturing Engineer...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Engineer. The department are looking for candidates with skills in the following: Verification & validation, design modifications, commissioning, FMEAs, configuration control, sub-assembly manufacturing.   Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Stevenage 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,...

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Manufacturing Assembly & Integration Engineer Lead on an initial 12-month contract basis. As the Manufacturing Assembly & Integration Engineer 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. Role: Manufacturing Assembly & Integration Engineer Pay: £32 - £35 per hour Umbrella rate Location: Stevenage - fully onsite Contract: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, 12 months IR35 Status: Inside SC Clearance: SC however can start on BPSS Responsibilities: Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process using FMEA's, FAI's etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework...

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 ENGINEER FTC – LAYOUT PLANNER Over the past few years, we have invested significantly in improving our operational performance, with a strong focus on enhancing our manufacturing capabilities. As part of this journey, we have embarked on a major factory upgrade programme, optimising layouts, improving workflows, and creating the infrastructure needed to support our long-term growth strategy. To help drive this exciting initiative forward, we are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join us on a 12–18 month fixed-term contract. This is a high-profile role with responsibility for leading the final stages of a significant capital investment project. Working closely with managers across the business, you will assess the future requirements of each value stream and develop plans to ensure these needs are met. You will be responsible for designing and optimising factory layouts, identifying equipment and resource requirements, developing project costings, and...

Manufacturing Engineer (Contract) - Peterborough Location: Peterborough, UK (On-site) Contract Length: 9 Months Rate: £38.17 per hour (£282.46 per day) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start Date: ASAP An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join a world-class engineering and manufacturing environment in Peterborough. Working within a high-performing manufacturing engineering team, you will play a key role in supporting production growth, New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, process improvements, and capital investment projects across advanced engine manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on role offering exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, continuous improvement initiatives, and high-profile engineering projects within a globally recognised organisation. Key Responsibilities Support manufacturing engineering activities across assembly and final assembly operations. Deliver process improvement, industrialisation, and...

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about driving reliability and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Maintenance Planner to join our maintenance team at a large, advanced OEM manufacturing facility. Working alongside another Planner, two Managers, and two Supervisors, you will play a key role in ensuring planned and reactive maintenance activities are executed safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively across a diverse range of manufacturing assets and facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys balancing technical planning, stakeholder coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives. About the Role As a Maintenance Planner, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating maintenance activities to support plant reliability, operational performance, and safety compliance. You will work closely with maintenance technicians, production teams, contractors,...

Manufacturing Operative Location: Loughborough Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour Contract: Temporary (until early September, with the possibility of an extension) The Recruitment Group is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Temporary All-Round Manufacturing Operative to join a well-established, family-run manufacturing business based in Loughborough. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a friendly team in a busy and growing company that has been successfully operating for over 25 years. Key Responsibilities . Cutting and punching copper components. . Mechanical assembly of LV switchgear. . Using circular saws and hand tools safely and effectively. . Measuring and cutting materials accurately. . Supporting with additional manufacturing duties as required. . Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times. What We're Looking For The successful candidate will have: . An interest in mechanical assembly and manufacturing. . Confidence using a circular...

Manufacturing Operator 📍 Location: Basingstoke 📅 Contract: Temporary Looking for your next step in manufacturing? Join a global organisation where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes an impact. We're currently hiring Manufacturing Operator professionals to join our team in Basingstoke. If you're hands-on, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this could be the opportunity for you! 🚀 Why Join Us? ✨ Be Part of Something Bigger Contribute to high-quality manufacturing processes in a respected global organisation. 📈 Grow Your Skills Gain valuable experience and develop your technical expertise in a supportive environment. 🤝 Team-Focused Culture Work alongside a collaborative team that values your input and ideas. 🦺 Safety Comes First Join a workplace that prioritises health, safety, and wellbeing. 💼 Your Role As a Manufacturing Operator, you'll play a vital role in ensuring smooth and efficient production. Your...

We are currently Manufacturing Operatives for the Roller Department to join a leading manufacturer. You will be in a busy workshop environment and responsible for the manufacture of components in accordance with drawings and customer specifications. Hours: Monday to Thursday 7am-4pm Friday 7am-1pm Rate: £12.71 Type: Temp ongoing Location: Lye, DY9 Key Responsibilities: * Grooving, Tapering, Lagging and Assembly of Roller components in accordance with the drawings and customer specifications * Reporting any defective tooling, jigs, machines and fixtures or manufacturing problems that prevent production targets being achieved. * Meet or exceed piecework quotas by completing a specific number of units or tasks within a set time frame. * Responsibilities are listed in the Quality Control Manual and procedures to BS EN ISO 9001:2015 requirements, which are the inspection, identification, and packaging of company products * Responsibilities as listed in the Health and...

Job Title: Manufacturing Methods - Production - Process Engineer Location: Derby Hours: Monday to Friday days 37hrs per week on site Duration: 12 month plus contract Rate: up to £50k equiv. Benefits: 33 days paid holiday (inc 8 B/ Hols), pension options, 2 week notice period, free parking, great on site facilities Purpose of the job Defines the manufacturing process and associated equipment for a new product, taking into account the industrial policy, existing standards and constraints of the project. responsibilities During specification and preliminary design phases: Gather Industrial requirements Engineering has to comply with, during product specification and design. Explain them to Engineering. Participate actively to the product design in co-engineering mode, using appropriate methodologies. Design the macro-process, based on standard SMP. Prepare introduction of new technologies if need be, with associated process validation plan. Identify needs of specific...

Job Title: Contract Lean Manufacturing Engineer Manufacturing Engineer, Continuous Improvement, Industrial Engineer 6 months rolling Immediate start available, site based Real opportunity for a Lean Manufacturing Engineer / Industrial Engineer with a passion for lean / Continuous Improvement to support a key project. This will be a hands-on Industrial Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer to undertake a key role in reducing build times on key products. The focus of this position is Industrial Engineering / lean/continuous improvements to achieve increased production output, reduce build time, streamline and increase quality. There is considerable opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer with a background in Industrial Engineering / lean / six sigma / continuous improvements to make a real tangible difference. This is a role making positive, hands-on incremental changes through shop floor presence rather than at a strategic, hands-off level. Key accountabilities will...

Manufacturing Engineer (Fixed Term Contract) When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. As our Manufacturing Operative, you will be responsible for repairing, testing, and configuring equipment in readiness for delivery and operations at customer sites. Within your role you will ensure that all tasks such as product builds meet high quality standards and are delivered within the set timescale. Following this you will maintain accurate electronic records of these jobs which abide by internal systems. Additionally, you will be working alongside other members of the Manufacturing, Service Centre, QA & Supply Chain department in certain jobs to maximise efficiency. If this sounds like you and you’re wanting to expand your career horizons in a role with variety and one which performs to high quality standards then don’t hesitate to apply! Please...

Manufacturing Operative Location: Near Colchester (rural location - own transport required) Pay: £13.00 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00 - 15:00 (subject to change) Type: Ongoing, with potential for permanent opportunities We are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Operative to join a well-established and reputable company within a busy production environment. This is a hands-on role involving physical work and teamwork to meet production targets. Based new Manningtree, Essex applicants need their own reliable transport to be considered Key Duties of the Manufacturing Operative: Preparing and setting moulds for production processes Operating machinery safely and efficiently Carrying out finishing work to a high standard General yard and production labouring duties Manual handling of materials and finished products Loading, unloading, and safely stacking products in the yard Working closely within a small, collaborative teamRequirements: Previous experience...

Our manufacturing client is seeking x3 Manufacturing Operatives to join their busy team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business on a temp to perm contract. The ideal candidates will have previous manufacturing or hands on experience but this is not essential. The job role will require the following: * Hand assembly (you will be using basic tools) * Constructing plastic pipe assemblies * Mark out sheets and pipes using measuring and marking tools. * Assembly of plastic components by using various welding and jointing techniques (all training will be given) If you live in the Romsey area and are looking for an opportunity to get started in a manufacturing environment this could be the ideal position for you. Salary: £13.50p/h (Annual Salary of £30,870) Hours: 07.00 - 17.00 (Mon - Thurs) 07.00am - 13.00 (Fri)

Machine Manufacturing Operative – Norwich £13.00 per hour | Monday–Friday | Early Finish on Fridays Select Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client in Norwich for a Machine Manufacturing Operative to join their growing manufacturing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with assembly or manufacturing experience who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in producing high-quality products. You'll be responsible for assembling, testing, and inspecting mechanical and electro-mechanical equipment while working to production schedules and quality standards. Key Responsibilities Assemble and test mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical products. Follow engineering drawings, build instructions, and production procedures accurately. Complete sub-assembly and spares work orders within agreed timescales. Work to daily production targets while maintaining high quality standards. Complete production and quality documentation accurately. Work closely with...

Vibe Recruit are hiring Production Operators on behalf of a cutting-edge manufacturer based in Crumlin. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company at the forefront of scientific innovation - one that truly values its people, invests in development, and offers real long-term career prospects. All roles start on a 12-week probationary basis with Vibe Recruit, with a view to moving into permanent employment upon successful completion. Shifts & Pay: Pay: £13.20 per hour Shift Pattern: Continental - working 7 out of 14 days (including weekends and occasional bank holidays) Days: 7am - 7pm Nights: 7pm - 7am Flexibility across all shifts is essential Due to location and hours, own transport is strongly recommended Key Responsibilities: Accurately packing products to specification Conducting visual quality checks and inspections Operating, monitoring, and maintaining production machinery Labelling, documenting, and recording data correctly Completing production...

Interim Engineering Manager-Food Manufacturing Somerset £55-65K plus benefits Mon-Fri with occasional flexibility required 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Are you an experienced Engineering Manager looking for an exciting, prestigious and challenging opportunity with a large Food Manufacturer. The company are a large international FMCG manufacturer with multiple sites in the UK. The role will manage a small team mainly focused on the maintenance and health and safety on the site. The role Full time, permanent role mainly Mon-Fri but with some flexibility required (the team work across 3 shifts) Line Management of a team Delivery of continuous improvement to the production capability Focus on the H & S onsite The Person Academic and working background in manufacturing engineering Experienced Engineering Manager Appropriate health and safety qualification Kaizen/ Six Sigma / Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement knowledge Willing to undertake a 12 month fixed...

Head of Manufacturing (Contract) Location: Manchester Contract: Outside IR35 Head of Manufacturing – Outside IR35 Contract Opportunity We’re seeking an experienced Head of Manufacturing to join a leading engineering organisation on an Outside IR35 contract based in the Manchester region. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior manufacturing professional to lead and drive operational performance across a complex manufacturing environment. The successful Head of Manufacturing will play a key role in shaping manufacturing strategy, improving operational efficiency and ensuring the successful delivery of business objectives. We’re looking for an accomplished manufacturing leader with experience operating at a senior level within a high-value manufacturing environment. The Role As Head of Manufacturing, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across manufacturing activities, ensuring production performance, quality, safety and delivery targets are consistently...