199 manufacturing jobs found in Manchester

Job Title: Production Operative – Manufacturing / Machine Operation Location: Oldham Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour Contract Type: Temporary  Start Date: Immediate Working Hours: Monday to Friday (Rotating Shifts): 6:30am – 2:30pm 2:30pm – 10:30pm About the Role: We are recruiting Production Operatives for a well-established manufacturing business in Oldham. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in production, machine operation, and handling raw materials within a fast-paced industrial environment. You will play a key role in supporting the manufacturing process, ensuring efficient production flow, maintaining quality standards, and operating machinery safely and effectively. Key Responsibilities: Operating, monitoring, and feeding production machinery Handling, measuring, and preparing raw materials for production Working efficiently within a fast-paced manufacturing environment Carrying out quality checks to ensure products meet required standards Packing and...

Bid Manager Bolton 12 month contract £33.00 per hour - Umbrella ARM have an exciting opportunity for a Bid Manager to join a global defence company on a 12 month contract. The Role: Experience working on complex bids advantageous with a proven record of accomplishment in the generation of costed proposals/manufacturing bids. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference. Commercially astute as working with cost models to generate costings for direct/in directs, materials and other costs associated with manufacturing of products Strong presentation skills as the bid packs / cost brochures are generated using PowerPoint and presented to the Senior Management Team for approval Ability to articulate theory that has been applied to a costing approach and ensure evidence is collated for audit purposes Ensuring manufacturing is a key stakeholder in the generation of bid data throughout the Life Cycle of the Project/Product, and adequately prepared...

Manufacturing Bid Lead Sector: Aerospace & Defence | UK | Bolton 12-month contract - Pay rate up to £33/hour DoE A leading defence organisation is seeking a Manufacturing Bid Lead to support new business activity and deliver industrial transfer and offload programmes within a complex engineering environment. Key Responsibilities Produce competitive and compliant manufacturing bids for industrial transfer work packages. Deliver industrial transfer projects, ensuring performance to time, cost and quality, with clear progress reporting and issue resolution. Lead the manufacturing offload process, working with manufacturing and procurement teams to identify suppliers and develop business cases. Implement manufacturing strategy and industrial policy aligned to new business pipelines and technology roadmaps. Support new business capture activity and maintain strong internal and supplier stakeholder relationships. Contribute to continuous improvement of manufacturing processes...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Project Manager / Bid Lead subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will be a hybrid role of working from home and onsite (2 days per week). This role would suit a candidate who has bid manager / bid proposals experience along with a project manager experience.  A defence / aerospace / manufacturing background would be great.  Job Title: Manufacturing Project Manager / Bid Lead Rate: £33 per hour Location: Bolton   Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days per week onsite Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Manufacturing Project Manager / Bid Lead Job Description: Generation of Manufacturing Bids for Industrial Transfer packages of work, ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are...

Our client has an opportunity for a Manufacturing Bid Lead to join them on a contract basis for 12 months with possible extension. You will be responsible for the Generation of Manufacturing Bids for Industrial Transfer packages of work, ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are in line with all business and commercial criteria. Role: Manufacturing Bid Lead Location: Bolton, 2 days on site per week Hours: 37 per week Hourly Rate: £30-£33 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS required before starting. Full SC to follow What you'll be doing: Generation of Manufacturing Bids for Industrial Transfer packages of work, ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are in line with all business and commercial criteria. Deliver Industrial Transfer projects or sub-projects, ensuring they are delivered to agreed time, budget and quality. Regularly reviewing and reporting on progress and, where necessary, intervening to resolve issues so that the project is delivered...

Guidant Global is proud to partner with a leading UK Ministry of Defence organisation to recruit an experienced Production Test Engineer with a strong Electronic/Electrical engineering background. This role supports the testing and fault diagnosis of electrical and electronic sub‑systems and circuit cards throughout the production lifecycle. You will play a key role in supporting manufacturing test capability, ensuring delivery against programme time, cost and quality targets. An HNC in Engineering or equivalent is essential. Key Responsibilities: You will collaborate with a small team of dedicated engineers in a dynamic, yet friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment, where you will be responsible for the following tasks: * Provide technical support for manufacturing tests and diagnostics of weapon sub-systems at system and sub-system level. * Deliver Test Engineering support from concept through to Production Readiness and operational release. * Introduce and configure...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Controller subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.     This role requires someone with Stores experience within a manufacturing environment.    Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph.  Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% 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...

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 Bolton is currently looking to recruit 4x Manufacturing Engineers. Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Manufacturing Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process....

Manufacturing Engineer Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Manufacturing Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework activities. Management of Configuration Control by...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit 2x Manufacturing Controller subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.   This role requires someone with Stores experience within a manufacturing environment.    Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph.  Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% 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...

Manufacturing / Process Engineer 3 Month Contract / Temp to Perm £30.00 - £40.00per hour (Inside IR35) Brighouse, West Yorkshire Monday - Friday / 40 hours per week (08:00am - 16:30pm) Are you a Manufacturing / Process Engineer from a food manufacturing background looking for an immediately available, days based contract role for a market leading food manufacturing company? On offer is a chance for a Manufacturing / Process Engineer with experience in Implementing PPM schedules that is looking for an immediately available, days based contract with the view to turn into a permanent role for a market leading, food manufacturing company This role would suit a Manufacturing / Process Engineer that is looking for an immediately available, days based contract role which is likely to turn into a permanent role where you will play an instrumental role in helping my client gain a BRCGS (formerly BRC) accreditation. The Role: Helping the company gain BRCGS (formerly BRC)...

Facilities Engineer Reference: (phone number removed) Umbrella Rate: £27.45/hr (Inside IR35) Do you have experience as a Facilities Engineer, responsible for the coordination of building space allocation and layout, communication services and facilities expansion? With responsibilities that will challenge and inspire you, this role offers the chance to make a real impact in a highly collaborative and innovative environment. If you’re passionate about facilities engineering and want to work on meaningful projects, this could be the perfect role for you. What You Will Do: • Plan, design, and oversee the construction and maintenance of equipment, machinery, buildings, and other facilities. • Develop and manage budgets and schedules for facility modifications, including estimating costs for equipment, labour, and materials. • Coordinate building space allocation and layout to optimise efficiency and functionality. • Oversee communication services and support facilities expansion...

JOB TITLE: GME T&F Manufacturing Lead Engineer - (phone number removed) LOCATION: Liverpool WHAT TO EXPECT Trim and Final Facilities are responsible for the development and introduction of new and modified facilities associated with new model introductions and model year changes. Ensure facility installations are delivered through strict adherence to Product Creation and Delivery System (PCDS) and Launch Quality Operating System (LQOS) Gateways deliverables, Health & Safety and Manufacturing Engineering Facility procurement procedures. Key Responsibilities * Project manage the planning and implementation of facility installations for new model introductions. * Creation of detailed facility timing plans in line with manufacturing launch strategies. * Layout planning and creation of new and modified facilities to accommodate new models * Create Request for Quotation (RFQ) and technical specifications * Supplier selection and vendor management activities...

Job Title: Profile Extrusion Setter Location: M23 9DS Shift Pattern: Rotating weekly shifts: Week 1: Monday to Thursday, 06:00 - 18:00 Week 2: Monday to Thursday, 18:00 - 06:00 Reports to: Shift Supervisor / Production Manager Job Type: Temporary (with potential to become permanent) Pay Rate: £14.60 per hour About the Role We are looking for a skilled and proactive Profile Extrusion Setter to join our production team. In this role, you will ensure that all products are manufactured to the highest standards, following specified formulas and operating procedures. You'll play a key part in maintaining production efficiency, quality, and safety across our extrusion lines. Key Responsibilities Monitor production processes to ensure optimal running conditions Perform tooling changeovers and resolve machine-related issues Conduct start-up and shutdown of extrusion lines Clean barrels and screws as required Maintain quality standards through regular checks and documentation Assist...

Production Operative (Mattress Manufacturing) Location: [Insert Location] Shift: Monday to Thursday, 7am - 6pm (Day Shift) Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour Duration: 3 days initially (ongoing weekly review) About the Role We are looking for reliable and hardworking Production Operatives to join a busy Mattress Production Line. This is a hands‑on role within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, ideal for someone who enjoys teamwork and takes pride in maintaining high standards. Key Responsibilities Working as part of a team on the mattress production line, including assembling mattresses and moving pallets Carrying out additional duties as required to support smooth production flow Following all relevant health and safety procedures when operating machinery or handling products Adhering to operational processes and meeting production timelines Keeping work areas and the factory floor clean, tidy, and safe What We're Looking For Good teamwork and communication skills Ability...

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Decorator to join our client on a temporary ongoing assignment. This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week and will be based in and around Manchester. Overview: This role involves carrying out high quality painting and decorating works across both tenanted and void properties. You will be responsible for delivering a professional finish in line with contract requirements and service standards while ensuring a positive customer experience at all times. The position requires travel between sites, with mileage paid for journeys between locations. Main Duties: * Carry out painting and decorating works to a high standard across residential properties * Complete surface preparation including filling, sanding and wallpaper removal and application * Apply paint, finishes and coatings in line with specification and quality standards * Work within both occupied and void properties while maintaining a professional and...

Pay: £27,000.00 per year Job Description: Proactive Personnel are currently recruiting for a Laboratory Technician for a international manufacturing company at one of their sites in Trafford Park, Manchester. Our client is a specialist manufacturer of food flavourings and have an open vacancy for a Laboratory Technician to join the team, initially on an 8-month contract however could lead to a permanent position. (please note you will be employed through our client, not the agency) Purpose of the role: Assure the quality of raw materials; packaging and delivery vehicle and the suppliers of those are in accordance with established quality standards. Assures the quality of all finished products meets or exceeds our customer’s expectations. Working on the caramel plant to produce product as required. Main Responsibilities: · Uphold company Mission Statement, Quality Policy, Values and Beliefs · Assure the quality of products and raw materials used are acceptable. · To...

Job Title: Paint Sprayer. Our client, based in Trafford Park, is looking to recruit an experienced Paint Sprayer. We have worked with this client for several years; they offer a first class working environment and the opportunity to work in the Rail sector. Paint Sprayer: Main Duties: Prepare and paint train wheels and axles. Using 2 pack airless paint systems. They require a Paint Sprayer with a minimum 2 years’ experience. Paint Sprayer: Hours of work: 3 shift rotating pattern - Monday to Friday: 06.00 - 14.00 Monday to Thursday, Friday 06.00 - 12 noon. 14.00 - 22.00 Monday to Thursday, Friday 12.00 - 18.00. Nights: 22.00 - 06.00 Monday to Thursday & Friday: 18.00 - midnight. What they are looking for in candidates: Paint Sprayer: Qualifications / Skills/ Experience: Candidates must have experience painting in an engineering / industrial environment. Salary / Hourly Rates: 2 shift rate: £17.34 per hour. 3 shift rate: £18.95 per hour. Benefits Package: 25 days holiday plus...

Kinetic Skills & Trades are currently recruiting for qualified and experienced Mechanical Fitter/Engineers for positions based in North Manchester. The roles are on a contract basis for a minimum of 6-12 months+ initially, but likely to go on much longer. The roles are commutable from all areas of North Manchester and also Salford, Oldham, Trafford etc. Key functions of this position include, but are not restricted to, mechanical build, strip and assembly of capital machinery. Hourly rates will be from £16.78/hr PAYE & £25.17 for hours over 39 hours. *If you are currently working through an umbrella company, you would be able to continue using an umbrella paying a basic rate of £21.87/hr. **Overtime available at time and one half working 39 hours per week. *WEEKLY OVERTIME AVAILABLE* Core hours: 07:30 - 16:00, 15:00 on Friday. Half an hour for lunch. Qualification, Knowledge, Skill, Aptitude, Experience Required include: ESSENTIAL: * Time...