104 manufacturing jobs found in Southend-on-Sea

Manufacturing Technician Location: West London (W4) Job Type: Temp Hours: Monday -Thursday 7:45am-4:15pm Friday 7:45am-1:15pm Rate: £12.82 per hour About the Role We are seeking a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Technician to join a growing product development and manufacturing team specialising in innovative electronic and electro-mechanical products used within the entertainment and technology sectors worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in electronics assembly, manufacturing, production, or testing who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in producing high-quality products. Full product-specific training will be provided. The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling, testing, inspecting, and preparing products for dispatch while maintaining exceptional quality standards throughout the manufacturing process. You will be joining a close-knit, collaborative team that values attention to detail, accountability, and...

Location: Melbourn, near Royston (SG8) Type of Work: Temporary Duration: ongoing, possible permanent transfers Hours: 8am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday (37.5 hour week) Moving to weekly shift rotations after training Early / Late shift (6.15am - 2:15pm and 2pm - 10pm on a weekly rotation) Salary: £17 per hour Job Reference: 36205 Polytec are looking for Manufacturing Technicians to complete assembly tasks for our client based in Melbourn, near Royston. Ideally you will have access to your own transport due to the shift pattern requirements. Responsibilities: * Assembling small plastic components Requirements: * Experience assembling small items * Attention to detail, good dexterity and an awareness of quality requirements * Cleanroom experience would be useful but full training will be given. You must be comfortable in lab PPE including hairnet, shoe covers, gloves and coat * Familiarity with a glovebox assembly would be beneficial Please contact us as soon as possible for more...

Pay rate: £16ph Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off, 6:30am-6:30pm (initially Mon-Fri to train) Contract Duration: 6 months Location: Feltham Workshop Team Leader / Workflow Specialist (Aircraft Wheels & Brakes) If you enjoy turning workshop pace into predictable, high-quality output-and leading a team in an aviation-standard environment-this role could be your next step. You'll oversee daily workshop operations, drive turnaround performance, and ensure strict regulatory compliance across the Aircraft Wheels and Brakes workshop. What you'll be doing: * Plan daily and weekly workshop tasks based on incoming asset backlogs and customer priority * Streamline workflow across cleaning, NDT, machining, inspection and final assembly * Drive KPIs to reduce turnaround time (TAT) and maximize output * Coordinate with stores to ensure parts, repair kits and consumables are available before production begins * Supervise technicians and support staff-assigning tasks, motivating the team...

Osborne Appointments are currently recruiting for a Night Manufacturing Operator to join our client based in Baldock on a temporary to permanent basis. This is a great chance for a long-term opportunity with a reputable company! Working Hours of a Night Manufacturing Operator: Monday to Thursday 8pm till 6am Pay rate - £14.68 p/h Manufacturing Operative Main Duties Follow work instructions and company procedures. Support the production team in achieving daily production targets. Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment at all times. Operate and work with metal manufacturing products and materials. Adhere to health and safety regulations and report any issues promptly. Assist with general production and machine operation tasks as required. Person Specification Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment. Experience working in a similar machine operative role is preferred. Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including manual...

Machine Operator - Shoeburyness, Southend Pay: £12.91 per hour, with an increase after permanent placement Hours: Monday to Friday, 14:15-22:15 Contract: Temporary to permanent after 12 weeks Location: Shoeburyness, SS3 Are you physically fit, reliable and keen to learn a new skill? Join a well-established company in Shoeburyness as a Machine Operator, with full training provided on an Eterna die-cut flatbed machine. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for stable, long-term employment and the chance to develop a career in machine operation. Key Responsibilities Operate an Eterna die-cut flatbed machine safely and efficiently. Complete regular quality checks to ensure products meet the required standards. Carry out manual handling and heavy lifting as part of the production process. Maintain a clean, safe and organised working area. Follow all health and safety procedures. Work with the wider team to achieve daily production targets. What We're Looking For...

Machine Operator - Shoeburyness, Southend Pay: £12.91 per hour, with an increase after permanent placement Hours: Monday to Friday, 14:15-22:15 Contract: Temporary to permanent after 12 weeks Location: Shoeburyness, SS3 Are you physically fit, reliable and keen to learn a new skill? Join a well-established company in Shoeburyness as a Machine Operator, with full training provided on an Eterna die-cut flatbed machine. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for stable, long-term employment and the chance to develop a career in machine operation. Key Responsibilities Operate an Eterna die-cut flatbed machine safely and efficiently. Complete regular quality checks to ensure products meet the required standards. Carry out manual handling and heavy lifting as part of the production process. Maintain a clean, safe and organised working area. Follow all health and safety procedures. Work with the wider team to achieve daily production targets. What We're Looking For...

Warehouse / Production Operative 📍 Southend-on-Sea 💷 £12.71 per hour ⏰ Various Shifts Available Our client in Southend is looking for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse / Production Operative to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous production experience who is keen to learn new skills and develop within a manufacturing environment. Duties Include: Working within a busy production environment. Assisting with the operation of production machinery. Packing, labelling and quality checking products. Maintaining a clean and safe working area. Supporting warehouse and production activities as required. Requirements: Previous production or manufacturing experience is essential. Eager to learn and develop machine operating skills. Flexible approach to work and shift patterns. Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions. Reliable with a strong work ethic. Safety boots are required. What's On Offer: £12.71 per hour....

Production Operative £12.71 per hour | Temp to Perm | Immediate Starts Available We are currently recruiting for Production Operatives to join a busy and growing manufacturing environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career with a company that values commitment, reliability and a willingness to learn. Previous production experience is preferred; however, our client is also willing to train the right person. If you are mechanically minded, eager to develop new skills and looking for a career rather than just another job, we'd love to hear from you. Duties will include: Operating and monitoring production machinery Assisting with machine set-up and adjustments Quality checking finished products Measuring materials accurately using a tape measure Packing and preparing products for dispatch Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Following health and safety procedures at all times The ideal candidate will: Have previous...

Job Title: Production Operative Location: Queenborough Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent Salary: £12.71 per hour Working Hours: 6am-2pm OR 2pm-10pm (you will only work on one shift) Benefits: Through Reed, you will receive free parking, weekly pay, holiday pay and access to online benefits platform! Key Responsibilities: Working in a large factory environment manufacturing glass. Working at various points on the production line, operating and setting machinery to complete different tasks such as cutting, heating, cleaning or attaching frames to glass. Completing quality checks. Manual handling glass.What We're Looking For: Factory, production or manufacturing experience is essential. Experience carrying out quality checks. Strong attention to detail. Manual handling experience - must be able to lift 25kg. Computer literate, including use of touchscreen consoles. Ability to read and interpret graphs.Interested in the role? Apply today! If not, please check out our...

Looking for your next Fork Lift role? Warehouse Operative / Forklift Truck Driver Valid RTITB Counterbalance License is essential Temporary to Permanent Opportunity Maldon - Own transport is essential for this position or located local to the area in Maldon Monday to Friday | 8:00am - 4:30pm £13- £14ph + Holiday, Pension and Adecco Benefits We are recruiting for a Warehouse Operative / Forklift Truck Driver to join a busy and growing warehouse team. This is a fantastic temporary-to-permanent opportunity for an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver who is looking for long-term stability, development opportunities, and a supportive working environment. If you're safety-focused, reliable, and enjoy a varied warehouse role, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Safely carry out daily warehouse operations in line with health and safety procedures Receive, store, pick, pack, and dispatch stock accurately Operate Counterbalance Forklift Trucks and warehouse equipment...

Factory Operative Location: Maldon, Essex Pay: £12.71 per hour Contract: Temporary Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm We are recruiting for a Factory Operative to join a well-established and growing manufacturing and production company based in Maldon, Essex. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and develop new skills in a temporary position with long-term permanent opportunities for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities of the Factory Operative: Carrying out basic assembly work Using hand tools safely and effectively Palletising finished products Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Following all health and safety procedures Supporting the wider production team as requiredRequirements: Previous factory or manufacturing experience The ability to work independently and as part of a team A good level of physical fitness, with the ability to bend, twist and carry out manual lifting A reliable, hardworking attitude with a willingness to learn The...

A very successful company based in the Rochester/Strood area are looking to recruit a Machine Operative on a temporary basis. There may be opportunities for permanent employment for the right candidates after a qualifying period. You will operate plant machinery, monitoring the production process and carrying out regular quality control checks. Full training will be provided. The shift is 18:00 - 06:00, Monday - Thursday. Overtime is applicable after 40 hours at the rate of time and a half, Sunday shift rate of double time only after the completion of a 40 hour week. The company offers excellent training and benefits for someone who is looking for a long term career. Apply now if this is the role for you

Maintenance Engineer – Electrical Bias Location: Isle of Grain, Kent Pay: £24.00 per hour Monday–Friday | £29.00 per hour Weekends Hours: Monday to Friday with weekend work available/required Accommodation Allowance: Available for candidates living more than 50 miles from site Employment: PAYE The Role Integrate Engineering Resources are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer to work on an industrial site based on the Isle of Grain, Kent. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across a range of industrial plant and equipment. This is a hands-on position requiring a strong electrical background combined with a good mechanical understanding of heavy industrial machinery and plant. We are particularly interested in engineers who have worked within power generation, heavy industry, manufacturing, process plants, energy, utilities or similar industrial environments. Key...

We are the internal recruitment partner for our client, an established and internationally focused science and manufacturing SME, who are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function and support the continued success of the business on an interim basis (12 months with potential to move to a permanent role subject to review) With an established international customer and supplier base, this is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in an SME environment where they can make a real difference. As a trusted finance partner to the Directors, you'll play a key role in supporting business performance, driving informed decision making and contributing to the company's long-term growth and success. You'll work closely with the Directors, operational teams, external accountants, HMRC, customers and suppliers to ensure the smooth and effective running of the business. About the role: Reporting to...

HOTMIX OPERATORS WANTED We are currently recruiting HotMix Operatives to join a busy food manufacturing environment in Sittingbourne! MUST BE ABLE TO DRIVE – DUE TO THE LOCATION Location: Sittingbourne Pay: £12.71 per hour Shifts: Monday–Friday Rotating shifts: 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm The Role You will be responsible for: Putting fruit into the machinery Mixing powders into the machine Weighing up ingredients Manual Handling Operating HotMix production machinery IMPORTANT FOOD PRODUCTION REQUIREMENTS Due to food production and hygiene requirements: ❌ No jewellery can be worn ❌ No false/acrylic/gel nails or nail extensions Previous manufacturing experience is an advantage, but full training will be provided. Looking for a temp-to-perm opportunity with Monday–Friday working? Apply today! Apply now: Please call us on (phone number removed) INDMAI

Streamline Recruitment are working with a fast-growing client in Thurrock who are expanding their team and operations If you enjoy hands-on work, using tools, and being active, with no two days the same, this could be the role for you! This is a long-term opportunity to join the operations team as a Pallet Repair Operative, covering a mix of departments. Key responsibilities include: * Unloading pallets from trailers ready for inspection. * Inspecting pallets to assess whether they meet standards or need light repairs. * Repairing pallets using saws, drills, and other tools to fix broken pallets. * Painting pallets to a satisfactory standard for redelivery. * Supporting all yard departments as required, demonstrating flexibility. * Keeping yard and work areas clean and organized. * Meeting daily KPIs and deadlines. Shift pattern: 4 on / 4 off (2 days 06:00–18:00 / 2 nights 18:00–06:00) Pay: £12.71 per hour + overtime If you’re ready for a hands-on role...

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Assembly Technician - Witham, Essex Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision? We are looking for an Assembly Technician to join a high-quality manufacturing environment in Witham. The Role: Working in a specialised factory setting, you will be responsible for assembling high-value components. This role requires someone who takes immense pride in their work and understands the importance of quality standards and production schedules. What You'll Be Doing: Precision Assembly: Building high-value modules to strict technical standards. Quality Control: Conducting thorough inspections of finished goods. Collaboration: Working closely with Team Leaders to meet production plans. Housekeeping: Maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient workstation.What We Need From You: Reliability: A punctual start is essential to keep production on track. Skillset: Experience in manufacturing tools, materials, and technical equipment. Attention to Detail:...

Job Title: Assembly Technician Location: Witham, Essex (CM8 3YQ) Company: autoscan Pay Rate: £16.50 (PAYE) Start Date: Immediate Start available About Us Autoscan UK Limited is a leading provider of quality assurance and inspection services to the automotive industry. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we partner with top automotive manufacturers to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety. The Role We’re looking for a reliable, practical Assembly Technician to join our busy production team. In this role, you’ll be on the tools every day, assembling high-quality products, reading production sheets, and using equipment like drills, torque wrenches, and measuring tools. We need someone who takes genuine pride in their work—someone with a keen eye for detail who can spot minor defects, solve everyday build issues, and keep things moving on schedule. You’ll have the independence to get on with your work, but you’ll also be part of a supportive team that...

Job Title: Leather Technician Location: Witham, Essex (CM8) Company: auto-scan Pay Rate: £16.50 PAYE or £21.45 Ltd Company Duration: 3-Months FTC Start Date: Immediate Start Available About Us Auto-scan is a leading provider of quality assurance and inspection services to the automotive industry. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we partner with top automotive manufacturers to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety. The Role Do you have a keen eye for detail and a genuine passion for fine craftsmanship? We’re seeking a talented LeatherTechnician to join an established team manufacturing luxury interiors for some of the world's most exclusive and ultra-premium car programmes. In this role, you’ll combine traditional leather-handling skills with modern manufacturing standards, taking pride in delivering flawless finishes that exceed customer expectations. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, adapt quickly to new challenges, and bring...

An established space and aerospace engineering organisation is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and development of complex, precision-engineered products. You’ll take mechanical designs from concept through to manufacturing, working across product development, test equipment, tooling and associated assemblies. This is a 6-12 month inside IR35 contract with strong likelihood of extension. Key Responsibilities for the Mechanical Engineer Develop mechanical designs and manufacturing drawings using Creo. Support SRR, PDR, CDR and other design reviews. Produce design reports, test plans and technical documentation. Work with manufacturing and process engineers to deliver practical solutions. Resolve complex design challenges and support FEA, thermal and stress analysis. Consider DFM, DFA, materials, cost and lead times throughout development. About You Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent. Experience in space, aerospace or similarly complex...