170 manufacturing jobs found in Abingdon

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...

Due to a full order book and increased growth, my client, a leading engineering company based close to Basingstoke are looking to recruit a Manufacturing Finisher / De-burrer on an ongoing temporary basis. This may become a permanent role after a period of time, typically 4-6 months. The ideal candidate will have a general knowledge of engineering or manufacturing and have good hand work and attention to detail. The work is generally light in nature. Duties * Use hand tools to smooth, polish, and finish manufactured parts. * Operate rumble machines. * Support the CNC operations – De-burring / Honing / Shot blasting. * Inspect components for defects or imperfections and perform necessary corrections. * Maintain cleanliness of work areas and ensure tools are properly stored after use. * Collaborate with team members to meet production deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards. Experience * Previous experience in a manufacturing / assembly / engineering is...

Are you looking to kickstart a career with a global leader dedicated to making the world a healthier, cleaner, and safer place?. We are partnering with a large global manufacturer to find motivated individuals for their fast-paced microbiology production team. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your work directly impacts global health, this is the role for you! As a Manufacturing Operator, you will be at the heart of the production process, working within a highly dynamic team responsible for manufacturing and packaging Dehydrated Culture Media products.. Location: Basingstoke Pay Rate: £13.46 per hour + 20% shift allowance. (£16.15p/h) Contract Duration: 6 months (Full-time). Start Date: ASAP. Shift Pattern & Hours This role follows a rotating shift pattern to keep our operations running smoothly Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Week 1: 06:00 - 14:00 Week 2: 14:00 - 22:00 Key Responsibilities You will be an essential part of the manufacturing...

Manufacturing Assembly Operator Blackbushe, UK Fixed Term to Permanent Contract We are currently recruiting for an experienced Manufacturing Assembly Operator to join a growing manufacturing and production business based in Blackbushe. Due to increased customer demand and continued expansion, the company is looking to strengthen its production team with someone who has a strong eye for detail and previous assembly experience within a technical manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business specialising in the manufacture of advanced technical products used across a variety of industries. The company operates within a structured and quality-driven environment, offering long-term stability and the opportunity for the role to become permanent following the initial fixed-term period. The Role: This position would suit somebody with previous experience in electronics or mechanical assembly who is confident working from engineering...

Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Engineer Chippenham £43,000 – £46,000 (DOE) 6 Months contract Monday – Friday (flexible hours, early finish Friday possible) The role would suit experienced MES / Manufacturing Execution System Engineers who have genuine hands-on experience implementing or supporting an MES platform (Aegis FactoryLogix, Siemens Opcenter, or Critical Manufacturing) within an electronics manufacturing environment. It is essential that you have worked extensively with PCB/PCBA production data including Gerber, ODB++, BOM structures and ECAD-to-MES integration. Candidates with rail, aerospace or high-reliability sector experience will have a significant advantage. You will be responsible for the configuration, maintenance and continuous improvement of the site MES, ensuring seamless flow of accurate manufacturing data from design release through to the SMT and assembly lines in a safety-critical production facility. The Role: * Configure and maintain the MES...

Overview An opportunity has arisen for Manufacturing Engineers to support aerospace Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) operations within a highly regulated defence aviation environment based in Middle Wallop. Working within a production and support engineering team, the successful candidates will help improve operational efficiency, optimise workflows, support production planning activities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across Apache fleet maintenance operations. This role would suit candidates with experience in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, production support, or operational improvement within aerospace, defence, or other complex technical industries. Key Responsibilities Analyse production and operational processes to identify improvements in efficiency, flow, cost, and quality Support development and optimisation of manufacturing and support processes, work methods, and resource utilisation Assist with production planning,...

Manufacturing Engineer Location: Luton Contract: 12 Month Contract Rate: £40 per hour (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required Working Pattern: 4-5 Days On Site THE ROLE We are recruiting on behalf of a leading defence engineering organisation looking to appoint an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support their Manufacturing Engineering Team within Manufacturing Operations. This role will focus on supporting the transition of new products from design into manufacture, ensuring efficient, cost-effective and high-quality production readiness across complex engineering programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly advanced defence environment supporting NPI, process improvement and shopfloor manufacturing engineering activities on technically complex products. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Develop and improve manufacturing processes by analysing product requirements and defining manufacturing methods - Provide Design for...

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...

Job Title: Location: Gloucester Pay Rate: Negotiable Contract length: 12 Months Role Summary/Purpose: To gain a deep understanding of existing aerospace component manufacturing processes and equipment, quantify how they perform, and use this insight to inform the design, implementation and optimisation of new production lines and facilities. This role will analyse current operations (time, utilisation, efficiency, waste), create accurate value stream maps, and support line and facility design so that the future production system is efficient at launch and capable of scaling to volume. Key Responsibilities Understand and quantify the existing process Study the current aerospace component manufacturing processes and machines in detail to understand how work actually flows on the shop floor. Conduct time studies on all major steps and support activities (set-up, changeover, inspection, rework, material handling, etc.), maintaining an accurate and current picture of process...

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire Salary: £40-50 per hour Contract: 7 Months Role Overview – Manufacturing Engineer Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with strong CNC machining and CAM programming expertise? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading engineering organisation as they continue to develop and refine their precision machining capability. As a CNC‑focused Manufacturing Engineer, you will take ownership of developing and optimising machining processes across complex components, working with advanced CNC equipment and industry‑leading CAM software. You’ll act as the technical specialist for CNC methods, tooling, fixturing, programming and machining standards, ensuring consistent quality, efficiency and right‑first‑time performance. This is an on‑site role based in Ampthill, Bedfordshire, working within a state‑of‑the‑art advanced manufacturing environment with the benefit of a 4‑day working week (Mon–Thu). Key...

Stock Control / Logistics Administrator required for our manufacturing client based in central Gloucester paying c£13 ph. Free parking on site. Hours of work Monday to Thursday 7.15- 15.45 Friday 7.00 - 15.30 Initially this is a temporary ongoing role with the possibility of a permanent opportunity. This role will involve you working in the heart of the company ensuring that all incoming stock is checked and logged accordingly and helping with logistics arrangements for outgoing goods. The role will be varied and busy and you will need to be comfortable going out on the shop floor so previous experience within a manufacturing / engineering environment will be a distinct advantage. You need to be computer literate as the stock is all logged on the computer. Immediate start available. Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Thanks for your application. Due to the high level of responses we are currently receiving,...

Seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. to develop and deliver manufacturing processes for precision machined components across a range of materials. You will play a key part in New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, advising on Design for Manufacture (DfM), PPAP, GD&T, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement lean manufacturing processes focused on quality, cost, and delivery. Create machining processes for complex components with tight tolerances using CAD/CAM tools (Siemens NX or Partmaker preferred). Select cutting tools, design fixtures, and produce shop documentation. Support APQP activities including DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and MSA studies. Lead and support process improvement projects, ensuring minimal downtime in the machine shop. Review engineering drawings for manufacturability and recommend design changes to enhance productivity and standardisation. Provide technical support to...

Flexible Production Operative | Premium Food Manufacturing Location: Eastleigh Salary: £12.71 to £13.98 per hour (Shift Dependent) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent & Flexible Ad-Hoc Opportunities Available Are you tired of dark, greasy warehouse environments? Swap the industrial grime for a modern, highly structured, and pristine food production facility. We are Kingdom People, and we are recruiting for proactive Production Operatives to join a world-class team producing premium, high-quality ingredients used in kitchens nationwide. Because this is a specialist spice processing facility, you can expect a highly fragrant environment filled with rich, premium aromas, a sharp contrast to a standard dusty warehouse. Whether you are looking for permanent full-time hours or total flexibility, we have a role to suit you. This position is perfect for ad-hoc shifts: you simply let us know when you are available, and we will work around your schedule. Why Join This Team? Total...

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...

Composite Laminator Location: Oxfordshire, UK Salary: £20ph – £25ph DOE Type: Full-Time | Temporary Contract (1 Month) Hours: 35 hours per week Syntech Recruitment are working with a specialist client in Oxfordshire to recruit a temporary Composite Technician / Laminator for an immediate assignment. This role will support composite production activities within a process-driven manufacturing environment, focusing heavily on carbon fibre lay-up, laminating and composite tooling work. Composite Technician (Laminator) Duties * Carry out carbon fibre laminating and lay-up activities * Manufacture composite components using pre-preg materials * Work with honeycomb panels and composite assemblies * Prepare tooling and support mould making activities * Follow technical drawings and manufacturing documentation * Complete work in line with quality and process standards * Inspect components for defects and quality issues * Maintain accurate production...

Electrical Technician – Abingdon - £30-45phr An Electrical Technician is required ASAP on a long-term contract basis (inside IR35) for a growing and interesting company in the Abingdon area. The Electrical Technician will be responsible for * Electrical installation * Commissioning * Panel wiring * Rack building and wiring * Electrical machine installation The ideal Electrical Technician will have: * Electrical qualification * LV electrical experience * Industrial biased experience – manufacturing, special purpose machinery process, energy etc. * PLC Controls and Instrumentation knowledge desirable In return the Electrical Technician will get the opportunity to join a well-established company offering very interesting work, and long term contract opportunities. If you’re an Electrical Technician with previous installation and commissioning experience, apply now to find out more

Berry Recruitment are NOW hiring for committed and detail-oriented Temporary Production Operatives to work for a large organisation based in Milton Park, Oxfordshire. Role: Temporary Production Operative Location: Milton Park, Oxfordshire Job Type: Temporary (2-3 months) Shifts Available: Various day and night shifts available Pay Rate: Rates dependant on shift pattern FULL TRAINING PROVIDED Berry Recruitment are looking for multiple temporary staff to join a busy and growing production team. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking for short-term work with immediate starts available. Key Responsibilities: Assembling, testing, quality checking and packaging products Basic soldering duties Ensuring quality and performance targets are met Maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail Working effectively as part of a teamAbout You: Strong attention to detail Reliable and hardworking with a positive attitude Able to work independently and within a...

HGV Technician Oxford Days – up to 60 hour week - Monday to Friday or 4 on 4 off - days Ongoing The Automotive Maintenance division of Questech currently have an exciting new position, located near Didcot. This is an opportunity to work on a mixed fleet of NHS and local authority vehicles. This is an ongoing temporary contract with the option of a permanent contract for the right individuals. This is a days role and can be PAYE or Umbrella We are looking for Technicians/mechanics from a Commercial, HGV, PSV or LGV background. You will be an apprentice trained, fully qualified Technician that has experience working with a variety of LGV or HGV vehicles while also holding a C1 or Grandfathers rights license. ROLE * Electrical, mechanical and hydraulic fault diagnosis, repair and installation * Setting and operating of machine tools and equipment * Department of Transport (MOT) testing duties (if approved tester) * Support workshops team members including...

Good Morning! We are currently recruiting for an Mechanical Technician in Culham, Didcot for a great project, a contract inside IR 35, for 12+ months that is ran by a Public Sector Authority. About the role: As a mechanical technician you would be expected to supervise mechanical fitters and other junior craft effort. Mechanical systems to include vacuum, cooling, pressurised and electro-magnetic. This shall include construction of new systems and maintenance of existing systems including fault finding, and repair. Essential Experience Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Equivalent qualifications to those stated will be considered). Worked in an industrial setting, specifically mechanical assembly and maintenance Experience of vacuum systems and understanding of electrical work, would be desirable. Knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques. Experience of working under a Written Safe System of Work/Method Statements/Risk Assessments.Interviews will start as...