147 manufacturing jobs found in Solihull

Are you an Automotive Manufacturing Engineer with a background within Assembly Process, seeking a new challenge? Expleo are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer, to support one of our leading automotive clients, based in Birmingham on a contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity supporting designing, developing, and implementing new or revised processes for assembling component parts and sub-assemblies required for a finished product Key Responsibilities of the Manufacturing Engineer: * Application of Lean Manufacturing and Design principles. * Feasibility of all designs to suit manufacturing build requirements - Design for Assembly (DFA). * Build process strategy for manufacturing. * Planning, developing and implementation of all written Processes for manufacturing. * Planning, developing and implementation of all tooling, jigs and fixtures for manufacturing. * Process Capability of all processes and equipment, including Dimensional Management applications. * Quality Planning...

Industrial Engineer 11-month contract Based in West Midlands £27.21 per hour (Inside IR35) *Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK* About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in West Midlands, who are looking for an Industrial Engineer to join their team. Job Description As Industrial Engineer, your main responsibilities will include: Determine the most effective way of optimising people and facilities. Ensure achievement of programme manpower targets. Hours-per-car reporting, with manning implications. Best practice productivity ideas incorporated into programme. Assignment allocation, in conjunction with production plant. Experience Required: Experience of assembly operations, within manufacturing. Understanding of lean manufacturing and Design, for Assembly principles. Industrial Engineering experience, with associated tools and techniques. Previous...

Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Sliding Head) Tewkesbury (on site) Aerospace/Advanced Manufacturing Inside 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 Operative - Cheltenham Salary: Competitive Hours: Full-Time Monday to Friday 08:00-16:00 Type: Temp to Perm Why Join Us? This is an exceptionally exciting time to join a company that is growing extremely rapidly and operating at the forefront of a unique and impressive business model. You'll be joining right at the start of this growth journey, with real opportunities to progress as the company expands. The team is close-knit, supportive, and family-oriented, where everyone's contribution genuinely matters. If you're looking for more than just a job - a role where you can build a long-term career, develop new skills, and be part of something special - this is the opportunity for you. About the Role An excellent opportunity exists to join a fast-growing manufacturing team as a Manufacturing Operative based in Cheltenham. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, working from plans, and playing a key part in producing high-quality...

Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Operative in Wellingborough! We're on the lookout for enthusiastic Manufacturing Machine Operatives to join our vibrant team in Wellingborough! If you have a passion for hands-on work, and a desire to contribute to an innovative production environment, with great attention to details and pride in what you do, we want to hear from you! This role is temporary to permanent after 12 weeks of service offering a pay rate of £16.03 per hour on a rotating shift pattern of 6am until 2pm and 2pm until 10pm. What You'll Do: As a Manufacturing Operative, you'll play a vital role in our production process. Your responsibilities will include: Operating machinery and equipment with precision and care Assisting in assembly line processes to ensure efficient production Quality checking products to maintain our high standards Collaborating with team members to meet production targets Following health and safety protocols to create a safe work environment Why...

We are presently looking to recruit an Account Manager for a Midlands based Automotive Supplier. The Account Manager will be responsible for all commercial activities across key automotive OEM’s, and will also have responsibility for generating quotations as well as engineering changes through the development phase through to launch. The successful Account Manager will be acting as the primary interface with the customer and therefore automotive experience is essential. Main responsibilities will include the following: *Maintain existing business and win new business within a specified Customer area. *Maximize profitability through negotiation with Customers, Purchasing and Engineering Departments. *Support Program Management with professional commercial liaison with Customer contacts to ensure all commercial issues are resolved prior to launch *Grow and maintain successful relationships with customers, decision makers and influencers Ideally, candidates will have previous...

Maintenance Technician Location: Solihull Shifts: 3-shift rotation or double days (37 hrs/week + overtime) Rates: £37.52 - £39.32 per hour (Umbrella), depending on shifts A world-leading automotive manufacturer in Solihull is seeking experienced Maintenance Technicians to support the production of prestige motor vehicles. The role begins on a contract basis, with the potential to progress to a permanent position after a minimum of 6 months. The Role As a Maintenance Technician, you will provide essential engineering maintenance support to maximise uptime and efficiency across advanced manufacturing systems, including robotics, welding, conveyors, and tooling. Key duties include: Preventive and corrective maintenance on plant and equipment Rapid fault diagnosis and root cause analysis Supporting continuous improvement, Kaizen, 5S and lean activities Maintaining compliance with PUWER and safety standards Delivering technical expertise to problem-solving initiatives What We’re...

Janauary 2026 Starts Maintenance Engineer - Electrical / Mechanical / Multi Skilled Location: West Midlands Shifts available: - Days - Double Days - 3 Shift Rotation - 4 Shift Rotation Contract: 6 Months Temp-to-Perm ------These roles are inside IR35------ The Role: We are looking to recruit several Multi-Skilled / Electrical or Mechanical Maintenance Engineers from a conveyor, automated, or fast-paced environment and you will be responsible for ensuring that all production and ancillary machinery, equipment, and power systems operate at maximum efficiency. You must have good electrical or mechanical skills and have prior experience working within a production maintenance capacity. Key Performance Indicators - Equipment reliability and performance - Plant Maintenance (TPM & PPM) Qualifications and Experience - Ideally you will have xxperience with automotive machinery maintenance and fault diagnoses - Mechanical / Electrical / Pneumatics experience - Indentured...

Job title: MIG welder Location: Peterlee, County Durham (travel & accommodation expenses) Job type: Contract 6 months Salary: £19.55 - £39.10 per hour Are you a skilled Welder based outside of Peterlee, County Durham? At Caterpillar, we believe the best talent shouldn't be limited by a commute. That's why we've launched a comprehensive travel and accommodation support package to help you join our award-winning site in Peterlee, wherever you are based. If you live further afield, you can access: Mileage support (40+ Miles): If your commute is over 40 miles, we will pay your mileage for every mile outside of that 40-mile radius (paid at the HMRC rate of £0.45 per mile). Accommodation allowance: If you live over 60 miles away and a daily commute isn't reasonable, we offer an Accommodation Grant of £50 per night to help cover your stay. Long-distance mileage: For those traveling over 60 miles, we still provide the mileage support for everything outside of your first 40...

Electrical Design Engineer (Contract) Location: Hybrid, with occasional on‑site attendance Contract: 6-12 months IR35: Inside IR35 (Umbrella or PAYE) Expenses: Business travel expenses covered Role OverviewWe are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer with proven experience in Primary substation design to support ongoing transmission and distribution projects. The role involves delivering high‑quality technical designs, ensuring compliance with UK standards, and contributing to project milestones within a fast‑paced engineering environment. Key Responsibilities * Produce detailed designs for primary substation systems * Develop equipment specifications, cable calculations, earthing designs, and interface documentation * Ensure designs comply with DNO/TSO standards, BS/IEC regulations, and project‑specific requirements * Support design reviews, technical assurance processes, and multidisciplinary coordination * Provide technical input across project stages from concept...

Pertemps are currently recruiting for an experienced Production Manager to lead and manage all aspects of a busy manufacturing operation. You will be responsible for safety, quality, production output, cost control, delivery performance, and team development. You will take ownership of operational priorities, drive continuous improvement, and ensure production targets are met efficiently. Key Responsibilities: Lead Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance, including Zero Harm initiatives Drive quality standards through Zero Defects programs and process controls Plan and manage production throughput to meet schedules and customer requirements Oversee staffing levels, training, performance management, and absence Manage departmental budgets, labour costs, and daily production plans Implement Lean / Six Sigma tools to improve productivity and reduce waste Motivate and develop Team Leaders and Operators Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, HR, and Planning teams to meet...

Location: Minworth, West Midlands Contract: Temporary Shift Pattern: Afternoon Shift – Monday to Friday, 2:00pm – 10:00pm Pay: £12.71/hr | Overtime: £16.32/hr (after 37.5 hours) About the Role: We are recruiting Production Operatives to join a high-performing team at our Minworth site. Working across a variety of manual and automated production lines, you will help meet production volume and quality targets while following strict Health & Safety and Quality standards. Key Responsibilities: * Follow all company Health, Safety, and Quality regulations, including Safe Systems of Work and Standard Operating Procedures * Understand and follow customer packaging specifications * Support production efficiency to meet hourly and daily targets * Follow guidance from your Line Leader for production processes * Ensure compliance with internal and external hygiene audits * Adhere to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and clean-as-you-go standards * Assist in the...

The Role Translate projected forecasts, incoming volume, and work scopes into a production plan with a time-phased schedule. Manage the logistics of materials and inventory for production cell. Assemble schedule reporting regarding the shipment plan, the inventory plan, and the production plan. Identify current planned level of demand and create tactical production plans to meet the identified customer demand. Manage load levelling and bottleneck scheduling and utilize theory of constraints (TOC) for more accurate scheduling. Analyse production floor status through input/output control reporting. Schedule supply based on the product mix and provide accurate commitment dates to customer service team across multiple product lines. Calculates and maintains PTP levels, lead-time, and replenishment strategies.  Responsibilities  The creation of production plans for Flexo and Extrusion Machines and Assembly Department Works order release and placing orders with external suppliers...

Production Operative/Counterbalnce Driver – Coventry Interaction is offering the opportunity to join an established, small and successful team in Coventry. They have been running for over 35 years and are the UK’s leaders in their field.  Summary Production Operative/Counterbalance Driver Coventry £14 to £16 p/hour – depending on experience Permanent, following a successful trial period Monday to Friday, 07:30 to 16:30 with 1 hour lunch (40 hours per week). Duties This will be a ‘hands on’ role within the production department. As such, you must be physically fit to undertake these duties. You will be covering various sections, depending on the needs of the business, working within a team to meet daily targets. It is also essential that you hold an accredited counterbalance forklift licence. Requirements Accredited Counterbalance licence A reasonable level of fitness The ability to work independently and within a team Who we are Interaction Recruitment have specialist...

Facilities Maintenance Engineer Day Shift - 40 hours per work Monday to Friday Equivalent Salary rate of £53.5k per annum 6 Month Contract Role Overview: We are seeking a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor to join our client in Coventry. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and ensuring the safe operation of electrical systems, and ancillary equipment across the facility. This role is critical to supporting production and site operations by minimizing downtime and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Key Responsibilities: * Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on electrical systems, plumbing networks, and ancillary equipment. * Diagnose and repair faults on electrical circuits, control panels, pumps, valves, and other facility infrastructure. * Maintain plumbing systems including water supply, drainage, and heating systems. * Support HVAC, compressed air, and other site utilities as required....

Role: Production Operative with Counterbalance FLT Licence Location: Coventry Salary: £18.27 per hour / £38,004.00 per annum when permanent Contract Type: Temp to Perm Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm Empowered Personnel is currently recruiting a skilled Production Operative with a Counterbalance Forklift Licence to join a busy manufacturing business in Coventry. This is a physically active and varied position, playing a key role in the daily production and finishing of bespoke products. As a Production Operative with an FLT Counterbalance Licence, you will work closely with the production team to support smooth operations across multiple stages of the manufacturing process. The ideal candidate will be dependable, safety focused, and comfortable working in a busy, fast paced environment where attention to detail and teamwork are essential. Production Operative with a Counterbalance Forklift Licence Key Responsibilities: • Operating a Counterbalance Forklift...

Layout Engineer Near Coventry Contract Role | On-site - 5 days per week We are currently seeking an experienced Layout Engineer to support site-based automation and continuous improvement activities at our facility. This is a hands-on, on-site contract role, ideal for someone who enjoys being close to the shop floor and proactively resolving layout and deployment challenges. The contract rate is open, and we are evaluating candidates based on experience and rate expectations. Contract duration: 3-6 months Role Overview The successful candidate will play a key role in facility layout development, with a strong focus on AGV route control and updates. This position requires someone practical and adaptable, capable of manually taking measurements on site and acting as a general all-rounder to support deployment and layout-related needs. Key Responsibilities Create, update, and manage 2D CAD facility layouts to support automation initiatives and continuous improvement projects...

About the Role Seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to lead and deliver a portfolio of CAPEX projects at a major Upper Tier COMAH chemical manufacturing facility in the West Midlands. This role is critical in ensuring that site improvements, expansions, and asset upgrades are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with stringent regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the chemical, process, or high‑hazard manufacturing industries, with demonstrable experience managing complex engineering projects from concept through to commissioning. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery & Execution Lead the full lifecycle of CAPEX projects, including feasibility assessment, scoping, front‑end engineering design, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover to operations. Oversee multiple concurrent projects, ranging from small asset upgrades to major plant modifications (£1M+). Compliance...

Major Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operative to join a well-established and busy manufacturing site based in Oldbury You must have steel industry experience to be considered This is a great opportunity for individuals seeking a stable, full-time role with the potential to secure a permanent contract. Job Details Location: Dudley Pay Rate: £13.35ph Contract: Temp to Perm Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts (Monday to Friday): 6:00am - 2:00pm 2:00pm - 10:00pm 10:00pm - 6:00am ⚠️ Candidates must be able to work all three rotating shift patterns. Key Responsibilities Safely handling and moving steel tube bundles within the warehouse Operating overhead cranes and lifting equipment Loading and unloading deliveries and outgoing orders Picking, preparing, and dispatching customer orders Carrying out quality checks on products before storage and dispatch Labelling and tracking stock accurately Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working...

Temporary HR Administrator, Oldbury £14-15 per hour Ongoing ( 3 - 6 months) Our manufacturing client based in Oldbury is seeking an HR Administrator to join their team immediately, providing confidential support within a small HR function. In this role, you will handle sensitive information with discretion, manage filing systems, carry out computer based tasks, and support the team with a range of ad hoc administrative duties. If you are available to start right away, have good administration experience and can commit to an ongoing temporary assignment, we would be delighted to hear from you