56 manufacturing jobs found in Gateshead

Manufacturing Engineer - 12 month FTC About the Role We are working on behalf of a leading, UK-based engineering organisation operating within a highly regulated and complex manufacturing environment. This confidential opportunity is for a Manufacturing Engineer to join on 12-month fixed term contract, supporting the delivery of technically advanced products from concept into production. This role offers the chance to work at the interface of design, production, and continuous improvement, ensuring efficient, high-quality manufacturing processes within a fast-paced project environment. Key Responsibilities * Develop, implement, and optimise manufacturing processes, tooling, and production methods * Support New Product Introduction (NPI) from design through to production readiness * Create and maintain: * Work instructions * Manufacturing documentation * Process flow diagrams * Translate engineering designs into practical, manufacturable solutions *...

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer for a 12 month contract based in Washington. Job description - the role What you'll do: Product Safety - Ensure that manufacturing processes are capable of achieving and sustaining the design intent, and that processes are followed so that our products and those of our...

Rewards and Benefits on Offer; * Onsite parking * On-going work in a secure industry * 28 days holiday per year * Opportunities for a permanent contract. The Hours You’ll Work; * Monday – Friday, 08:00 am – 16:30 pm The Pay You’ll Receive; * £13.42 MTrec’s New Opportunity; * MTrec have a new opportunity for a prestigious firm based in Gateshead area. The Jobs You’ll Do * Following basic drawing and prototypes * Dry powder coating of metal products * Quality inspection of completed products, checking items pass visual inspections * Manually transporting materials within the paint section About You; * A positive attitude and are willing to learn more skills on the job * Confidence on the job and are happy to take on more responsibility if necessary * Ideally has experience working within a powder coating department. The Benefits * Excellent company reputation who has a history of progressing candidates from temporary to permanent...

About the Role We are currently seeking a dedicated Production Operative to join a growing manufacturing team based in Gateshead. This role plays a key part in assembling high-quality products to customer specifications and supporting engineering during build and testing activities. Reporting to the Manufacturing Team Leader, you will be responsible for meeting production targets while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. Key Responsibilities As a Production Operative, you will: * Independently carry out assembly work to meet daily production targets * Interpret and follow engineering drawings and standard operating procedures * Complete basic documentation using PC systems and internal databases * Conduct complex quality checks to ensure products meet required standards * Prepare work areas for the next shift, including housekeeping, materials, and build information * Liaise with engineering teams to resolve build and test issues...

Grounds Maintenance Operative Gateshead £12.71 per hour 37.5 hours per week Mon-Fri, 7am - 3pm UK Driving Licence (Essential) Opportunity for permanent employment Overview We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Grounds Maintenance Worker to join our clients team. This role is essential for maintaining the aesthetic and functional quality of outdoor spaces. You will be responsible for ensuring that all areas are well-kept, safe, and visually appealing. Duties * Perform routine groundskeeping tasks, including mowing, trimming, and edging lawns. * Maintain landscape aesthetics through planting, weeding, and mulching. * Operate and maintain various power tools and hand tools safely and efficiently. * Conduct minor repairs and maintenance on equipment and machinery used in grounds maintenance. * Collaborate with team members to complete projects and uphold safety standards. If you have a passion for the outdoors and possess the necessary skills to maintain...

Grounds Maintenance Operative Gateshead £12.71 per hour 37.5 hours per week Mon-Fri, 7am - 3pm UK Driving Licence (Essential) Opportunity for permanent employment Overview We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Grounds Maintenance Worker to join our clients team. This role is essential for maintaining the aesthetic and functional quality of outdoor spaces. You will be responsible for ensuring that all areas are well-kept, safe, and visually appealing. Duties * Perform routine groundskeeping tasks, including mowing, trimming, and edging lawns. * Maintain landscape aesthetics through planting, weeding, and mulching. * Operate and maintain various power tools and hand tools safely and efficiently. * Conduct minor repairs and maintenance on equipment and machinery used in grounds maintenance. * Collaborate with team members to complete projects and uphold safety standards. If you have a passion for the outdoors and possess the necessary skills to maintain...

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Production Support Operator! Location: Felling, Gateshead Contract Type: Temporary Working Pattern: Full Time (38 hours per week) Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Support Operator to join our skilled and flexible team at a leading international manufacturing plant in Felling! If you're looking for a role that challenges you while providing a supportive work environment, this is the job for you! Shifts Available: Days:- Monday-Thursday: 6am-2pm or 2pm-10pm - Friday: 6am-12pm or 2pm-6pm Nights:- Sunday: 12 midnight-6am - Monday-Friday: 10pm-6am (Friday finish) Pay Rate: Day Rate: £12.71 per hour + £98.85 weekly shift allowance Night Rate: £12.71 per hour + £197.72 weekly shift allowanceKey Responsibilities: As a Production Support Operator, your role will be crucial in ensuring that our manufacturing team has everything they need to hit their production targets. You will: Take...

Rewards and Benefits on Offer; * Free onsite parking * On-going work in a secure industry * Good location, and opportunities to progress within the company The Hours You’ll Work; * Monday - Thursday, 07:30 - 16:30 pm * Friday 07:30 am - 12:30 pm The Pay You’ll Receive; * £13.49 MTrec’s new opportunity; * MTrec are currently recruiting for a renowned and respected engineering company based in the Team Valley area and are currently looking for people to start almost immediately The Jobs you’ll do; * Operation of a counter-balance for transporting products within the yard area * Updating computer systems with stock inventory * Transporting products within the designated area with a counter-balance forklift truck * Loading and unloading wagons of a counter-balance forklift truck * Manually lifting products and placing materials within the warehouse * Scanning items in and out of the warehouse with stock control systems * Driving between...

Metal Worker Location: Gateshead Salary: £13.25 - £14.50 per hour (Depending on Experience) Overtime available x 1.5 Hours: Monday 07.30 – 16.00, Tuesday to Thursday 07.45 – 16.00 and Friday 07.45 – 15.00. Permanent staff position About the Role: We are seeking a skilled Metal Worker to join a reputable manufacturing company in Gateshead. The successful candidate will be responsible for fabricating, welding, and assembling metal components to precise specifications. Key Responsibilities: * Operate a range of metalworking machinery, including press brakes, guillotines, and rollers. * Carry out some spot welding as required. * Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints. * Measure, cut, and prepare materials accurately. * Assemble metal parts and structures to exact tolerances. * Ensure all work complies with company safety and quality standards. Requirements: * Proven experience as a Metal Worker or Fabricator. * Hands-on experience operating...

Production Operative £12.71 per hour Gateshead NE11 Monday – Thursday 07:00am – 15:00pm, Friday 07:00am – 14:30pm We're hiring Production Operatives for our manufacturing client. You'll be operating and maintaining the paint line equipment, ensuring components are prepared, coated, and finished to the required quality standards. The role involves working efficiently as part of a team to meet production targets while maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and product quality. Key Responsibilities · Operate paint line equipment, including pre-treatment, dry off oven, spray booth, and curing oven · Load and unload parts from the conveyor line safely and efficiently. · Check coating thickness, finish quality, and colour consistency against specifications. · Ensure all products are handled with care to avoid damage before and after coating. · Monitor line operation and report any defects, faults, or quality issues to the Supervisor / Team Leader · Carry out basic maintenance...

Job Type: Assistant Environmental Services Technician  Location: Washington Tyne and Wear Contract Type: Temporary Position Available: 1 Hours: 37 per week Working Hours: Usually 7:30am - 3:30pm (flexibility required) Pay Rate: £13.45 per hour Contract Dates: 8 June 2026 - 30 September 2026   We are seeking an Assistant Environmental Services Technician to support cleansing and grounds maintenance operations within Sunderland City Centre. This is an urgent temporary opportunity for a reliable and hardworking individual.   Key Duties Carry out cleansing and environmental maintenance duties. Assist with grounds maintenance activities. Work safely and effectively as part of a team. Be available to work occasional weekends when required. Requirements Previous experience in environmental services, grounds maintenance, or a similar role is desirable. Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures. Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Reliable,...

A contract position Outside IR35 Hybrid working - 3 days p/w on site typically A Senior Mechanical Design Engineer specialising in New Product Introduction (NPI) on a contract basis. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in mechanical design engineering to shape the next generation of advanced automotive components. Key Responsibilities: Clean-sheet mechanical design and development of rotating electrical machines, transmissions and drivetrains. Design work may also include pumps, fans, power electronics and batteries as required. Exploration, design development, prototyping and testing of concepts. Mechanical analysis of conceptual designs (including CAE), demonstrating a strong understanding of likely component failure modes and material strengths. Build and test of prototype hardware and test rigs as necessary. Build and strengthen the company's position within key markets by bringing industry-leading products from prototype through to production. Individually...

EHS Specialist (Contract) Newcastle Upon Tyne 3-Month Contract Up to £33.00 per hour Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation for an experienced EHS Specialist to support their site in Newcastle on an initial 3-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a Health, Safety & Environmental professional to join a busy operational environment and play a key role in driving safety standards, ensuring compliance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site. Key Responsibilities Promote and maintain a strong Environmental, Health & Safety culture. Conduct workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments. Assist with the development and implementation of safe systems of work and EHS procedures. Deliver EHS guidance and training to employees and management teams. Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, implementing corrective actions where required. Ensure compliance with current...

CDM Site Manager - Newcastle (Contract) Join Our Client's Team for an Exciting Short-Term Project! Our client, a leader in the FMCG sector, is seeking an experienced and proactive CDM Site Manager to join their team for a critical 3-week shutdown project at a FMCG manufacturing facility in Newcastle. If you're passionate about site management and thrive under high-pressure environments, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Key Responsibilities: Contractor Management: Oversee contractors and ensure smooth operations onsite during the shutdown. Permit Issuing: Handle all permit-to-work processes to maintain compliance and safety standards. Desired Skills & Experience: SMSTS Certification: Comprehensive understanding of site safety protocols. First Aid Training: Ability to handle emergencies effectively onsite. Experience in Food Manufacturing: Hands-on experience managing projects within food production environments is highly desirable. NEBOSH Qualification: While...

CDM Site Manager (Night Shift) - Newcastle About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced CDM Site Manager to join their dedicated team for a 3-week night shift shutdown at a manufacturing site in Newcastle. This is a contract role with 12-hour shifts rewarding £420-£450 per night DOE. If you are ready to bring your expertise in contractor management, permit issuing, and safety compliance to a dynamic environment, this is the opportunity for you! What You'll Bring SMSTS Certification: Your strong foundation in site management and safety will be instrumental in ensuring smooth operations during the shutdown. First Aid Knowledge: Being equipped to respond quickly and effectively to on-site incidents is essential. Contractor Management: Expertise in coordinating diverse teams of contractors to achieve seamless project execution. Permit Issuing: Hands-on experience with issuing and managing work permits to ensure compliance and safety across tasks. Night Shift Work:...

Production Support Operator Newcastle upon Tyne Ongoing temporary contract Pay rate £16.14 per hour (PAYE) 37 hours per week Kinetic Recruitment are proud to be supporting a leading engineering and service organisation in their search for a Production Support Operator to join their Service Centre team based in Newcastle upon Tyne. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse, logistics or stores professional with forklift, overhead crane and vehicle marshalling certifications to join a well-established business operating within a fast-paced technical environment. The Role As a Production Support Operator, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the Service Centre, ensuring materials, components and products are received, stored, controlled and dispatched accurately and efficiently. Working closely with operational and technical teams, you will help maintain inventory accuracy, support logistics activities and contribute to a safe...

FLT Driver - Continental Shifts We are looking to recruit a FLT driver to work within a manufacturing facility in Birtley. The role involves loading and unloading trailers with stock using Counter balance FLT. It will also involve manually lifting materials so applicants must be physically fit. You will also be required to work to daily targets. The role is temporary with a view to go permanent for the right person. The shift pattern is 4 on 4 off which means working 2 x 12 hour days 6.00am-6.00pm, 2 x 12 hour nights 6.00pm-6.00am and then 4 shifts off. Experience in a production or factory environment, Driving License is desirable but not essential. If you have previously had FLT experience but your licence has expired please feel free to apply as there could be a possibility of an in-house refresher. Due to the high volume of candidates responding to our adverts unfortunately we are not always able to provide individual feedback. If you don't hear from us within the next...

Job Title: Administrator (x2) Location: Wallsend Salary: £27,000 per annum Contract: Temporary (Minimum 6 months) Hours: 37 hours per week (8:00am - 4:30pm) About the Role: Kinetic Recruitment are currently looking for two Administrators to join a busy manufacturing company based in Wallsend. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with strong organisational skills and attention to detail to support a fast-paced operational team. Key Responsibilities: Carrying out general administrative duties to support daily operations Accurate data entry and record management Converting and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Liaising with team leaders to clarify and verify information Maintaining documentation and ensuring records are up to date Supporting the wider team with ad hoc administrative tasks Requirements: Previous administrative experience preferred Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel Strong data entry skills with high accuracy Good communication skills,...

We are currently recruiting for Production Operatives on behalf of a well-established and respected manufacturing business based in Washington. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team in a fast-paced production environment, where quality and efficiency are key. Key Responsibilities: * Operate machinery and equipment safely and efficiently * Assemble components according to specifications * Conduct quality checks to ensure high standards are maintained * Maintain a clean and organised work area * Follow health and safety procedures at all times * Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors What We’re Looking For: * Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment (preferred but not essential) * Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality * Ability to work effectively in a team * Willingness to work rotating shifts * Reliable, punctual, and hardworking

Baltic Recruitment are currently looking for warehouse operatives and production operatives for respected companies in and around the Washington area. Pay: £12.71 - £24.22 Duties: Operating manufacturing machines Load and unloading finished products onto the production line Labelling finished products Plastic injection moulding Quality checking Housekeeping Working to production targets General warehouse dutiesShifts: Days Backs NightsOvertime throughout the week available Candidates Good attention to detail Ability to carry out tasks and functions as requested by Team Leaders/Supervisors Flexible and adaptable approach to work Be professional and possess a polite and positive attitudeIf you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Baltic Recruitment TODAY on (phone number removed). Alternatively, please send a copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us to see how else we can help. We also...