160 manufacturing jobs found in Buntingford

My client a leading manufacturing plant based in Stevenage are looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join their existing team as a permanent member of staff. immediate starts are available They take massive pride in their brands and all that they do, including having one of the best safety performance records in the industry. We know that the success of their business depends on them having the right people on the team, so if you’re looking to join a business that values its people, encourages everyone to get involved and be the best they can be, we’d love to hear from you. Overview of role Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire The role of a Manufacturing Technician is to Safely and efficiently operate and optimise plant and equipment. Working as part of a team, achieve high levels of targeted performance, customer satisfaction and quality standards; this will be founded on a culture of continuous improvement, development and learning. It is expected that the jobholder will...

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...

Working for a global leader in Luton, this contract role requires a competent Manufacturing Test Engineer for an immediate start. As a knowledgeable Manufacturing Test Engineer in the electronics field you will undertake the following duties for this contract: Develop and maintain test systems using National Instruments (NI) hardware and LabVIEW software / Test Stand in a production environment. Design, implement and liaise with equipment suppliers for automated test equipment (ATE) and test fixtures to support the manufacturing process of both low and high volume. A very strong understanding of analogue and digital electronic circuits. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, production engineers, and quality assurance personnel, to identify test requirements and develop appropriate test strategies. Analyse test data to identify trends and areas for improvement in the manufacturing process and provide recommendations to optimise product quality and...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract, inside IR35 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday Are you a Manufacturing Engineer with experience of CNC machining and the Hyper-Mill Cam system and or Robotic programming to support the LMUK Additive manufacturing development team (WAAM) . Are you passionate about driving innovation and excellence in manufacturing? If the answer to this is 'Yes', we want to hear from you! This role will focus on involvement through the full product lifecycle, with the aim to reduce manufacturing costs and improve yield at all stages, which will directly impact our customers, whilst supporting the Programme in delivery of the milestones. As part of the Operations Engineering Team at Lockheed Martin, the Manufacturing Engineer is the recognised point of contact for all matters related to their area of expertise, providing engineering advice, problem solving and co-ordination of activities in support of current and future...

We are currently recruiting for a Production Operative to join a busy manufacturing team working within a fast-paced production environment. This role is ideal for someone with previous experience in food manufacturing or a similar setting. Key Responsibilities: Mixing products according to set recipes Accurately weighing out ingredients Ensuring all products meet quality and safety standards Running of Machines Maintaining a clean and safe working area Following strict food hygiene and safety procedures Supporting the production team with general duties as required What We're Looking For: Experience in a food manufacturing or production environment (desirable) Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions Reliability and a strong work ethic Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Comfortable working with ingredients and machinery (full training provided) What We Offer: Friendly, supportive team environment Potential for Full Time contract...

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,...

Powder Coating Technician Shifts: Monday to Friday 1.00pm to 10.00 pm - Late shift | 40 hrs/week Contract: Stable Temp-to-Perm position We are seeking an experienced Powder Coater (Powder Coating Operative) to join a busy production team. This is a temp-to-perm position working a 40-hour week with set hours of 1.00pm to 10.00 pm, Monday to Friday Key responsibilities: Prepare components for finishing: cleaning, degreasing, masking and hanging parts. Operate powder spray booth and curing ovens safely and efficiently. Apply powder coatings to meet specified finish, colour and thickness standards. Carry out routine quality checks and final inspections; correct defects or report issues. Maintain a clean, organised work area and perform basic routine maintenance of equipment. Follow health & safety procedures, COSHH and environmental controls for coating operations. Record production data and complete required paperwork. Skills and experience required: Proven experience as a...

Punch Press Operator Temp to perm opportunity Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 16:00 Flexibility required: opportunity to move to a late shift (13:00-22:00), with a shift premium paid after 18:00 hours. We are recruiting for an experienced Punch Press Setter/Operator. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term prospects for the right candidate to work for a leading provider of global data centre solutions, specialising in design, construction, installation and critical infrastructure services for major clients worldwide. Key Responsibilities: Set and operate punch press machinery Tooling changes, first-off checks and maintaining tolerances Reading and working from engineering drawings Measuring/inspecting components using basic measuring equipment Basic machine care, housekeeping and completing job paperwork Working safely at all times and following site H&S procedures Skills & Experience Required: Proven experience as a Punch Press...

Paint Line Operative Shifts: Monday to Friday 1.00pm to 11.00 pm - Late shift | 40 hrs/week Contract: Stable Temp-to-Perm position We're recruiting a Paint Line Operative to join a busy powder coating department. This is a hands-on role supporting the paint line to hit production targets while maintaining excellent quality and safe working practices. What you'll be doing Preparing parts for coating (cleaning/degreasing, masking/plugging as required) Hanging/racking parts onto jigs and loading/unloading the conveyor line Supporting powder coating processes (booth housekeeping and powder handling once trained) Monitoring line flow and curing ovens, reporting any issues or defects Carrying out visual quality checks (coverage, finish, colour, contamination) and recording results Packing/labelling finished components to job card/customer requirements Keeping the work area clean and following all site H&S procedures What we're looking for Essential: Previous experience in a...

Powder Coat Supervisor - Temp to perm opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Powder Coating Supervisor to lead the late shift within a busy, quality-driven production environment. You'll oversee day-to-day operations of the powder coating area, ensuring output targets are met, finishes are consistent, and standards are maintained across health & safety, quality and process control. Shift: Monday to Friday, 1.00pm - 10.00pm (Late Shift) | 40 hours per week Key responsibilities: Shift leadership & production control Supervise and support a team of powder coating operatives, allocating labour and jobs to meet the shift plan. Run daily start-up/shift briefings and end-of-shift handovers; escalate constraints (labour, materials, quality, breakdowns). Monitor throughput, coordinate with adjacent departments (e.g., fabrication/assembly/dispatch/QA) to keep work flowing.Technical & process ownership (hands-on) Be hands-on when required: preparation...

Morson are working with a leading aerospace manufacturer who are looking for a Supply Chain Quality Manager role based in Stevenage. Responsibilities Ensure on Quality, on Time deliveries to protect business operations: Manage milestones, product life cycle reviews Coordinate deliveries with internal and external stakeholders. Manage the equipment supplier(s) and ensure contract execution. Ensure On Time On Quality and On Cost (OQOTOC) performance. In a recurring phase, the SCQM will lead the progress meetings, gate reviews (KO, MRR, TRR, TRB/DRB), changes, deviations and waivers processes, non-conformities, etc In a development phase, the SCQM will be a key support to the Development Responsible to bring key knowledge of industrial manufacturing needs, constraints and supplier maturity. Perform an effective control of supplier activities, securing a close understanding of supplier overall situation and scope. Manage relevant stakeholders in respect to their supplier, both...

Supplier Quality Engineer 6 month contract Based in Stevenage - hybrid Offering £45ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with AS9100 standards? Do you have quality experience in Manufacturing and Supply Chain environments? 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 Supplier Quality 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: Complete scheduled Quality Assurance audits at suppliers using standardised tools Conduct thorough verification/inspection of products to ensure they meet the required quality standards Identify and document any non-conformities in the manufacturing process and deviations from the product specifications...

On behalf of our Global Space and Defence client, we are seeing to recruit a Operations Quality Assurance Engineer on a 6 month contract, with potential for extension. Role: Operations Quality Assurance Engineer Pay : £32/hour, via Umbrella Contract : Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week, 6 month contract - potential extension Location : Stevenage IR35 Status : Inside Role Overview Our Quality Assurance department ensures with confidence that our customers' requirements are being met during the manufacturing, assembly, integration and test phases of the Spacecraft build cycle. Vigilance and dedication in our efforts allows us to develop customised solutions, proactively eliminate problems, improve operational performance, maintain low costs, keeping our people safe and our customer satisfied in our unique and highly specialised operations and product manufacture. Responsibilities The QA is fully empowered to manage all aspects of quality within the Spacecraft Production...

MERITUS are recruiting for a Operations Quality Assurance Engineer to join our Defence and Space client at their Stevenage site. OPERATIONS QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER - INSIDE IR35 - £32 PER HOUR - 6 MONTHS - LIKELY EXTENDED - 1 STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS An opportunity has arisen for an Operational Quality Assurance Engineer to join a highly specialised defence and space manufacturing environment in the UK. The Quality function plays a critical role in ensuring that customer and regulatory requirements are met across the full spacecraft production lifecycle, including manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test. This position sits directly within the production environment and is responsible for driving quality standards, preventing defects, and ensuring compliance in complex, high-value hardware programmes. Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of quality assurance activities within a designated production area Conduct critical inspections and witness key manufacturing...

Morson are working with a leading Aerospace Manufacturer who are looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join the quality team the Stevenage site.  Responsibilities The QA is fully empowered to manage all aspects of quality within the Spacecraft Production work area. Performing critical inspection activities and witnessing critical operations. Lead and influence the prevention of non-conformances and enforcing the quality mind set in the local work areas. Drive the efficient management of non-conformance and Cost of Non quality reduction. Collate build reconciliations and open points (e.g. open work orders). Perform Quality surveillance in the local work areas to ensure product quality meets the stated requirements. Ensure open actions from critical inspections are managed and tracked during all production phases. Attend and support PPS (root cause analysis) / IRB (internal review board) meetings where required Review and supply feedback of quality procedures, processes,...

Role Title: Production Technician Duration: 6 months contract with potential for Perm Location: Stevenage Rate: £16.00 for 12 weeks then raising to £16.41 PAYE inside IR35 Role purpose / summary The working days and hours are from Monday to Friday and 7.30/8.00 to 4.30/5.00 depending on the needs of the business. Overtime is paid. Your Responsibilities: Undertake the routine manufacturing activities to produce membrane products. Perform daily lab activities including calibrations and checks using appropriate records and logs. Provide support for NPI introduction including method transfer and validation activities. Assist in compliance inspections and EHS program implementation to maintain high level of EHS compliance. Aware of and comply with the GEHC Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, and applicable laws and regulations as they apply to this job type/position. Undertake training in all Q/C processes required for all membrane...

Multi Trades Recruitment is looking for a Skilled Sheet Metal Worker to begin work for a well-established company in the Stevenage area. About the role: * Working Hours – Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week * Pay Rate – £15 - £20 per hour (depending on skill level) * Manufacturing and fabricating sheet metal components in line with technical drawings * Operating CNC press brakes and carrying out folding, forming, drilling, and general fabrication * Working with stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminium * Ensuring high standards of accuracy, quality, and tolerance * Using measuring equipment for inspection and quality control * Assisting with CNC punch machine operations (where trained) * Long-term work for the right candidate * Start: ASAP About You: * High work ethic & team player * Punctual & reliable * You must be a time served/qualified Sheet Metal Worker * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings * Experience...

Business Support Administrator Stevenage - Hybrid Working  2-4 months   Working with a Defence Manufacturing company, they are actively seeking a Business Support Administrator who can exhibit a high level of resilience, communication, organisation skills and attention to detail, which is key to success in this role. This is for an initial 2 months but likely to last until end of 2026.   The Role: Will be based in our Stevenage office, however, flexibility to travel to other sites may occasionally be required Provide pro-active, accurate and comprehensive administrative support to various Senior Managers within our Sales and Business Development area Assisting new starters within the SBD team Support shared email generic inboxes GIFTS & Hospitality support (utilisation of the tool) Donations & Sponsorship support Comms & engagement activities (WeLink communities, Intranet updates, communications flow down) A high level of stakeholder engagement, various coordination...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Development and Production Test Engineer – Electronic / Electrical subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.     Experience specifically required: Must have significant experience with measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. Electronic Component level fault finding CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. Environmental testing would also be an advantage. High Voltage training/awareness. SAP Beneficial The department are keen to hear from candidates from a background with either RF / Microwave skills or candidates that have strong Test, Diagnostics, Repair Engineering skills. Hourly Rate: £36.00ph (Umbrella).  Time and a quarter Overtime rate for hours worked over 37 hours Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Development...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Goods Inwards Inspector subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.   Experience specifically required: Must have goods in inspection experience. Apprenticeship required.  Contract Duration: 12 Months initially and then ongoing. Hourly Rate: £28.71.  Overtime Rate of ‘time and a quarters’ of hours over 37 hours per week. Goods Inwards Inspector Job Description: The role of the Goods Inwards Inspector is to ensure that goods received from suppliers meet the criteria of the purchase order and are compliant in all respects. Verify and accept procured product in line with contractual conditions. Practiced in reading and understanding assembly drawings with due regards to dimensional tolerances and machined. Examining the finish of all parts to detect faulty finishing or painting, deterioration of surfaces etc. Undertaking first off inspections. Produce relevant...