59 manufacturing jobs found in Gateshead

Are you committed to learning new skills? Do you want to be part of a fantastic team at the world's most advanced and sustainable paint plant? AkzoNobel, headquartered in Amsterdam, operates in over 150 countries and employs around 35,000 people worldwide. We specialise in decorative paints and performance coatings, with iconic brands like , Sikkens, and International. Committed to sustainability and innovation through our Planet Possible strategy, we're shaping a greener future while protecting and beautifying surfaces across the globe. Job Title: Manufacturing Support Operator (MSO) Location: Ashington, Northumberland Shift Pattern: Annualised 12-hour shifts (including bank holidays and weekends) Pay: £13.43 per hour + £169.42 weekly shift allowance About the Role As a Manufacturing Support Operator, you'll play a vital role in supporting our site team to ensure manufacturing has all the materials needed to achieve production performance targets. You'll follow agreed...

Location: Gateshead Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm Shifts: 3 Shift Pattern (Days, Backs and Nights) Are you looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are working with a leading organisation in the metal production industry to recruit Production Operatives to join their growing operations team. About the Role As a Production Operative, you’ll play a key part in the day-to-day running of the plant, ensuring productivity and quality standards are met. This is a varied role where no two days are the same, and you’ll be involved in operating machinery, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining high standards of health and safety. Key Responsibilities * Operate plant machinery and equipment safely and efficiently. * Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in line with 5S principles. * Support new team members and contribute to on-the-job training. * Comply with PPE and health & safety policies at all times....

Rewards and Benefits on Offer; * Onsite parking * On-going work in a secure industry * 28 days holiday per year * Permanent day shift role * Excellent transportation links * No weekends working The Hours You’ll Work; * Monday – Thursday, 06:00 am – 18:00 pm and Monday - Thursday 18:00 - 06:00 am * Must be comfortable to work both shift rotations and depending workload you could be required to work either shifts to fit manufacturing schedules. The Payroll You’ll Receive; * £12.71 per hour * £13.56 per hour MTrec’s New Opportunity; * MTrec have a new opportunity for a expanding company in the Gateshead area The Jobs You’ll Do * Manually loading and unloading machinery * Involved in general process work including transporting materials from machinery to production area * Completing lots of paperwork to ensure specification of the products are to the highest standard * Manually handling of products to ensure items are within the correct...

Production Operative * Dunston, Gateshead * £12.71 per hour Pin Point Recruitment is looking for experienced Production Operatives for an expanding manufacturing company in Dunston. Shift Pattern Day Shift * Monday – Thursday: 07:00 – 15:00 / Friday: 07:00 – 14:30 Key Duties & 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 and cleaning of paint line equipment and work area. * Follow health and safety procedures, including the use of PPE and safe handling of chemicals. * Complete production and quality...

THIS IS A 8 WEEK CONTRACT WITH POSSIBLE EXTENSIONS. THE ROLE COULD BECOME PERMANENT FOR THE RIGHT PERSON. 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,...

I am currently recruiting for a caretaker role within Accommodation Services, working across student accommodation sites. Hours: 37 hours per week (Mon-Thu 8am-4:00pm, Fri 8am-3.30pm Key Responsibilities: - Investigate and repair maintenance defects - Carry out planned maintenance (fire alarms, PAT testing, inspections) - Conduct residence inspections and report damage - Respond to maintenance emergencies - Deliver general cleaning and maintenance duties - Assist with deliveries and moving furniture/appliances - Support open days and visitor tours Essential Skills: - Customer-focused approach - Strong communication skills - Ability to work independently and in a team - Flexible and adaptable - Organised and able to prioritise workload - Basic maintenance experience - Reliable and proactive attitude If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website

Kinetic Recruitment are currently recruiting for a CNC Machine Operator for a 3-6 month temporary contract based in Newcastle Upon Tyne. As CNC Machine Operator you will operate a range of CNC machines, ensuring that precise specifications are input to complete the process to a high level of accuracy. Job Role: Sets up and operates C.N.C. and conventional machines to produce components in accordance with specifications. Makes necessary edits to NC part programmes to optimise the machining of components and feeds this information back to programmers. (This may need metric/imperial conversion.) Select and where necessary pre-set tooling in accordance with 'Tool Sheets'. Check finished work in accordance with 'Quality Acceptance Standard", using relevant measurement equipment (e.g. Micrometer, Vernier, C.M.M.). Maintains tooling, components, machine and working environment in a clean and orderly state. Carries out basic lubrication and maintenance of machines in line with...

Electrical Technicians Newcastle Upon Tyne Long-Term Temporary Contracts £20.00 per hour Dayshift (initially) potential move to Day/Night rotation as project demand increases with shift allowance This is a fantastic opportunity for skilled panel builders looking for a secure, long-term temporary contract. You will play a key role in assembling, wiring, and testing specialised control panels engineered for high-spec energy and industrial applications. Key Responsibilities: Wiring, assembly, and integration of control panels to exact client specs and safety standards. Interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and layout diagrams accurately. Fit relays, PLCs, terminal blocks, circuit breakers, and associated hardware. Carry out initial electrical inspections, continuity checks, and fault-finding prior to testing. Ensure all work adheres strictly to Oil & Gas industry compliance, safety regulations, and quality controls. Skill and Experience: Proven experience as an...

Construction 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 (𝗡𝗼.𝟭) | 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 | 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲 | 𝟮𝟬 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 | Start: 1st September A typical morning for a construction Site Manager... 7:30 – "Morning... the delivery's been delayed." 8:00 – "The electrician can't start because he's waiting for the dryliner." 8:02 – "The dryliner can't start because he's waiting for the electrician." 8:15 – "Have you got five minutes?" If that sounds painfully familiar - keep reading. We're looking for a genuine No.1 Site Manager to take full responsibility for delivering a £3m project within a live manufacturing facility in Newcastle. Not someone to simply keep an eye on things. Someone who enjoys making decisions, solving problems before they become everyone else's problems, and somehow keeping the programme alive despite everyone trying their best to kill it. The project includes: Concrete mezzanine Mini piling Internal fit-out Working within a live manufacturing facility (don't worry... you're not pouring concrete around...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN Position: Vehicle Technician Location: Newcastle Rate: £25.00 Hours: Monday-Friday 08:30-17:30 CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – THE ROLE: We are currently looking for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians to work at our client’s workshop on an ongoing contractual basis. You will be responsible for carrying out service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of motor vehicles. The contract is outside IR35 and the rate on offer is £25.00 per hour. CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – SKILLS REQUIRED: * Qualified to Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds or similar in the relevant disciplines. * Experience carrying out repair and service work to a variety of vehicles. * Ability to diagnose and rectify a wide range of mechanical & electrical vehicle faults. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * UK Driving License and possess your own tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work as part...

MTrec are currently recruiting for a renowned and respected manufacturing company based in the Newcastle area. MTrec are currently looking for proactive individuals who are looking for an ongoing position. The Role: * Attending morning briefings with team leader / supervisors for daily production targets * Carrying out visual quality checks of products, reporting defects to team leaders / supervisor * Working in a fast paced distribution centre * Strict adherence to health and safety regulations * Using measuring tools to ensure products are correct * Visual quality inspection of own work upon completion * General housekeeping duties and additional duties as and when required The Person: * Someone with a can-do attitude * Must be flexible to work overtime The Benefits: * Ongoing vacancy in a busy industry * Onsite parking * Overtime available The Hours: * 08:00 – 17:00 The Pay: * £12.71 per hour

MTrec are currently recruiting for a renowned and respected manufacturing company based in the Newcastle area. MTrec are currently looking for proactive individuals who are looking for an ongoing position. The Role: * Attending morning briefings with team leader / supervisors for daily production targets * Carrying out visual quality checks of products, reporting defects to team leaders / supervisor * Working in a fast paced distribution centre * Strict adherence to health and safety regulations * Using measuring tools to ensure products are correct * Visual quality inspection of own work upon completion * General housekeeping duties and additional duties as and when required The Person: * Someone with a can-do attitude * Must be flexible to work overtime The Benefits: * Ongoing vacancy in a busy industry * Onsite parking * Overtime available The Hours: * 08:00 – 17:00 The Pay: * £12.71 per hour

Join an exciting period of growth and investment at the Energy Academy. With a new-build facility and significant recent investment in industry-standard equipment and learning environments, this is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future workforce of the energy and engineering sector. We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Electrical Engineering professional to support the delivery of high-quality education and training programmes across our engineering curriculum. The successful candidate will bring current industry experience together with the passion to develop the next generation of engineers. * Essential Skills & Experience HNC/HND Level 4/5 qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline Relevant industrial experience within electrical engineering, manufacturing, energy, maintenance, or related sectors * Strong understanding of electrical systems, installation, maintenance and fault finding * Knowledge of health & safety...

Rewards and Benefits on Offer; * Onsite parking * On-going work in a secure industry * Good location, and opportunities to progress within the company * Opportunities for a permanent role after a 12 week probation period * Clean and friendly working environment The Hours You’ll Work; Week 1 * Monday – Thursday, 07:00 am – 16:00 pm * Friday, 07:00 am - 13:00 pm Week 2 * Sunday - Wednesday, 21:45 am - 06:15 am * Thursday, 21:45 am - 04:30 am * This is a rotational shift pattern, you must be able to go both shift rotations, if you are unable to do this please do not apply The Payroll You’ll Receive; * £12.71 (Day Shift) * £16.90 (Night Shift) MTrec’s New Opportunity; * MTrec have a new opportunity for a prestigious firm based in Birtley area. The Jobs You’ll Do * Assembly of products with a variety of hand tools * Manually transporting materials around the manufacturing site * Hanging products in specific areas for collection *...

FLT Drivers wanted for long term temporary contracts in Wallsend. Must hold a valid FLT licence (c/b and/or reach) and be able to provide certification. We have roles available on a 2 shift and nightshift pattern. £14.97 per hour (2 shift) £17.17 per hour (nightshift) 38 hours per week Responsibilities will be: Ensuring products are loaded onto or unloaded from machines, trucks, or containers accurately and efficiently. Operating and monitoring forklifts to move goods. Handling and moving goods, ensuring they are properly secured during transport. Maintaining a clean and organised work area around machines and loading areas. Adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines. Assisting with inventory counts and ensuring accurate stock levels. Working with team members to complete tasks efficiently. Skills and Experience: Previous experience working within a manufacturing environment. Valid Forklift Truck Licence (C/B and/or Reach) Experience using an...

Tool Room Operator Long-Term Temp to Perm Based in Wallsend 2 shift 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm Hourly Rate £14.97 Our client is a well-established manufacturer within Wallsend. Driven by continuous improvement and technical excellence, they are currently seeking an organised, detail-oriented Tool Room Operator to join their team. This role is initially offered on a long-term temporary basis, with a distinct view to transition into a permanent contract for the right candidate. The Role: To manage and control all tooling required for production, ensuring correct storage, traceability, and availability. This role sits under the Technical department and supports process improvement by providing accurate tooling data, reducing delays, and extending tool life. Key Responsibilities: Receive, log, and issue all new and existing tooling. Maintain an accurate digital and physical inventory system, ensuring everything is stored securely in a labelled, controlled environment. Help implement...

As a Production Operative within our clients manufacturing facility in Washington, you will play a key role in producing the specialist packaging used for their bespoke product. This role focuses on the creation and assembly of the packaging itself—including the forming, printing, sealing, and quality preparation of the packaging components—ensuring products leave the site meeting strict quality, safety and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities Packaging Production & Machine Operation * Operate, monitor, and maintain packaging machinery used to manufacture blister cards, labels, and other components. * Set up machines according to production specifications (e.g., die-cutting settings, sealing temperatures, print alignment). * Perform routine machine adjustments to maintain packaging quality and efficiency. * Load raw materials (card, film, labels, adhesives) into machines following correct procedures. Quality Control * Carry out detailed visual...

The Best Connection are currently working with our client based in Washington. They now require a Factory Operative to join their busy team. Duties will include: · Manufacturing a range of furniture for use in high security, custodial establishments therefore a Basic DBS is required to be undertaken prior to starting. The role: · Measure, cut, shape and assemble wood and other materials · Using machines and hand tools. · Installation work in local sites. As they carry out installation at various locations in the UK there may be a requirement to work away from home as well as in the North East · May involve heavy lifting · Travel to site is paid · Hotel accommodation provided · £25 sustenance allowance as well as any other out of pocket expenses reimbursed Experience: · CSCS card · Driving licence is essential · Joinery (NVQ or 1 years experience) · CSCS card Hours of work: · Monday - Thursday 7.30am - 4.00pm · Friday 6.30am - 3.00pm Rate of Pay: · Basic £14.00 -...

Rewards and Benefits on Offer * All positions lead to a permanent contract after a successful probation period. * Excellent company to work for massive opportunities for progression * Exceptionally clean working environment * Good transportation links * Opportunities of a pay increase after completing your 12 week probation period The Hours You’ll Work * Monday - Thursday 06:00 am – 14:00 pm / Friday 06:00 am – 12:00pm * Monday - Thursday, 14:00 pm – 22:00 pm / Friday 12:00 pm – 18:00 pm The Pay You’ll Receive * £13.50 Per Hour MTrec’s New Opportunity * MTrec Recruitment are currently recruiting for a prestigious company in the Washington area. The Job You’ll Do; * Following standard operation procedure paper work and following to exact specifications * Hand assembly of a variety of components * Working with a variety of small plastic components within a very sterile working environment * Machine operation on a variety of injection...

Production Operative Washington £14.19 per hour Overtime up to £26.78 per hour Role Summary Join leading automotive client based in Washington to perform the duties listed below. Key Responsibilities * Responsibilities include machine operation, assembly, trimming, material handling and inspection. * Perform semi-skilled production work to assemble or fabricate a product or sub-assembly in accordance with team production goals. * May perform work manually and/or by machine operation which requires in-depth knowledge of process and constant monitoring. * Ensure product and process quality and efficiency through appropriate inspection and continuous improvement problem solving activities. * Make machine adjustments and typically manages several variables within the process. * Maintain procedures and standards to provide compliance with quality standards for assigned area. Key Qualifications/Requirements * Proven experience as Production Operative or...