351 production technician jobs found

Rate: £13.17 per hour Shifts: Days I 6.00am - 6.10pm I 3 on, 3 off (11.6 hours per shift) (Weekends will be included depending how the pattern falls) Breaks – 2x 15 mins paid break, 35 minute unpaid lunch Training: For 4 weeks will be on the rotational shift of: Monday to Friday, 6am to 2.10pm then 2pm to 10.10pm We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Production Operative / Ply Cutter to join a busy manufacturing site in Chadderton. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term position within a growing business that offers great stability, training, and permanent employment prospects. Key Responsibilities: * Operate various production machines safely and efficiently, including cutting, heat seaming, perforating, slitting, and stitching equipment. * Set up and run the Ply Cutter, ensuring correct start points, materials, and quantities are used. * Pick and collect materials from the warehouse and prepare them for cutting. * Lay up materials accurately,...

ASL Technical are recruiting on behalf of a manufacturing and engineering client for an experienced Production Operator to support ongoing workload on a 3-month ongoing contract very likely to be throughout 2026. The Role You will produce high-quality cable assemblies, meeting or exceeding IPC-620 Class 2 standards and customer requirements, following detailed work instructions. Key Responsibilities * Build cable assemblies to IPC-620 Class 2 standards * Cable cutting and wire preparation * Hand and automated crimping * Hand soldering and tinning bath soldering * Connector assembly, labelling, heat shrink, lacing/binding, and potting * Self-inspection prior to QA * Maintain a clean and safe work environment * Support continuous improvement * Report process, quality, or material issues Skills & Experience * We are looking for people with soldering, crimping and cable assembly or repair experience. * The role could suit someone with PCB soldering repair...

Production / MRO Technician (Repairs) – Aerospace Location: Bedhampton Long Term contract The Opportunity We are recruiting for a Production / Repairs Technician to join a leading aerospace manufacturing environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-performance hydraulic systems that support both civil and military aircraft, within a well-established and innovative organisation. Carry out repair and overhaul activities to a high standard Use a wide range of tools and specialised test equipment Interpret engineering drawings, manuals, and schematics Support continuous improvement and process enhancement initiatives Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment Requirements Experience in manufacturing / mechanical assembly (minimum 2 years) Desirable Aerospace or MRO experience Apprenticeship within a Part 145 or similar environment Experience with hydraulic systems or electromechanical products

Location: Royston (SG8) Job Type: Temporary Duration: 12 months initially but could be extended Hours: 8am until 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: up to £22.00 per hour dependent on experience Job Reference:36153 Polytec are looking for a skilled and motivated Production Build Technician to join our client in Royston. In this hands-on role, you will help build high-value systems, ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency and performance are consistently achieved. As part of the production team, you will be involved in the assembly, wiring and testing of products, while also working closely with internal departments to support continuous improvements in design, processes and manufacturing efficiency. Responsibilities: • Carry out hands-on mechanical assembly of products as part of the production team • Complete wiring and product testing where required • Follow established production processes accurately and consistently • Work alongside Production Engineering and other...

GMP Production Manufacturing Technician Opportunity – Swindon Opportunity: An exciting opportunity has been created due to company growth. My client a global pharmaceutical manufacturing company are looking to recruit a Production Manufacturing Technician based in Swindon where you will be working in a GMP clean room manufacturing environment making drug products / compounding as allocated on the production planning system to cGMP, current pharmaceutical regulations, whilst adhering to EH&S requirements. The hours of work are: 7:00 am to 7:00 pm / 7:00 pm to 7:00 am / 2 days / 2 nights then 4 days off. Day to day duties include: * Accurately complete documentation related to the Encapsulation process. * Operate and maintain up to two Encapsulation Machines (and covers up to as many as four during breaks). * Maintaining a clean work area. * Performing in-process checks and evaluating in detail, product quality. * Monitoring material and gel usage at the machine and...

Job Title: PCB Assembler Location: Gosport Contract: PAYE Contract Rate: £14.50-£16 per hour PAYE + holiday pay (£20-21/hour umbrella) About the Company Our client is a leading Defence & Security manufacturer specialising in high‑quality electronic assemblies for mission‑critical systems. They operate in a low‑to‑medium volume environment where precision, compliance and right‑first‑time performance are essential. What You'll Be Doing As a Production Technician - PCB, you'll assemble PCBs, wiring and harnesses to rigorous industry standards, supporting high‑reliability defence electronics. Working from detailed drawings and instructions, you'll deliver consistent, accurate builds in a clean, process‑driven environment. Key Responsibilities Assemble PCBs, cables, wiring and harnesses to defined quality standards Interpret technical drawings, build documentation and work instructions Follow routing, inspection and quality control procedures Maintain compliance with Health...

Process Technician – Electronics / PCB / IPC / Soldering We are recruiting for a hands-on Process Technician / Electronics Technician to join a growing electronics manufacturing environment. This role focuses on PCB assembly, rework, soldering, and testing in line with IPC standards (IPC-A-610 / IPC-7711/7721). This is an excellent opportunity for a Production Technician / Test Technician / Assembly Technician with strong experience in electronics manufacturing, SMT, and PCB repair. Key Responsibilities: * Carry out PCB rework, soldering, and component-level repair * Perform assembly and build of electronic sub-assemblies and final assemblies * Conduct testing, diagnostics, and inspection at sub-assembly and GA level * Complete test reports and production documentation * Work in line with IPC standards and quality procedures Requirements: * Experience as a Process Technician / Electronics Technician / Production Technician * Strong soldering, rework, and...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a General Operative (Microelectronics) on an initial 12 month contract.  This position will specifically require experience with strong soldering experience.  Any prior microelectronics experience would be great, i.e. soldering under a microscope.  You will also need experience working 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% Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Job Spec: The General Operator will be responsible for the carrying out of manufacturing and self-certification tasks within the deployed business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives. Carry out detailed standard assembly / manufacturing activities,...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x General Operative’s with very strong Soldering experience an initial 12 month contract.  This position will specifically require experience with strong soldering or Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) or PCB Assembly experience.  Any prior microelectronics experience would be great, i.e. soldering under a microscope.  You will also need experience working 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% Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Job Spec: The General Operator will be responsible for the carrying out of manufacturing and self-certification tasks within the deployed business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives....

Crane Operator (Fixed Term Contract) Salary: £38,522 per annum Job Type: Fixed Term Contract for 12 months Hours: Full time start at 06.30 Location: Wallsend We are looking for a reliable and proactive Crane Operator to join our Production team on a fixed term contract basis. This is a hands-on role supporting lifting operations, equipment handling and daily production activities within a busy workshop environment. The successful candidate will play an important part in maintaining a safe, organised and efficient working environment while assisting production technicians with day-to-day duties. Key Responsibilities * Operating cranes safely within production areas * Carrying out rigging, slinging and lifting duties * Supporting production technicians with daily operational duties * Carrying out general workshop housekeeping, including sweeping, floor cleaning and waste disposal * Completing local driving duties for deliveries and collections * Following all...

I'm recruiting for an established and successful engineering business in Gloucester who are looking to grow their team. They need a Senior Electronics Technician who's able to fault find, prototype, troubleshoot, assemble, rework and ideally mentor/supervise in a production environment. ROLE: Senior Electronic Technician LOCATION: Gloucester SALARY: up to £55ph (Outside IR35) Skills required for the Senior Electronic Technician are: * Through-hole/surface mount assembly * Electronic fault-finding and troubleshooting * Soldering and rework of PCB's * Wiring harnesses * Report-writing * Supervision / leadership experience The company manufacture products for use in extreme / harsh environments. So any experience in Aerospace, defence, avionics or O&G is particularly helpful. Really successful company with big plans - very exciting time to join! Apply below or get in touch with me for any questions. Cheers, Nathan

Job Title: Workshop Technician Location: Milton Keynes Start: ASAP Type: Contract - 6 Months Potential to go permanent Hours: 37 hours (options for overtime) Rate: £15 per hour Position Summary: To assemble, test and despatch products against customer orders for a supplier of Entry systems for the Rail Industry. Duties include: Checking products at pre-installation stage Refurbishing mechanical products and entry systems Testing products and systems To assemble and test products to workshop instructions. (Mechanical) Completing and filing works orders and test sheets Checking in of deliveries and signing off packing lists Packing, labelling and despatching of products/orders using core IT systems Assisting with the sorting and recycling of metal waste. Adhering to and assisting with the maintenance of ISO 9001 quality management system. Assist with stocktaking. To assist Engineering project team as and when required. Experience / Qualifications: Experience in a workshop /...

Are you experienced in operating complex manufacturing processes and passionate about maintaining high standards of safety and quality? Do you thrive in a role where precision, problem-solving, and proactive maintenance are key to success? Can you ensure production targets are met while maintaining compliance and driving continuous improvement?   The Opportunity Join a leading engineering organisation at their Warrington site, where you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of specialised production processes. This is your chance to make a real impact in a dynamic, safety-focused environment.   We would also welcome applications from candidates in chemical processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, food production, industrial engineering, or materials science.   This role would suit candidates working as Process Technician, Production Operator, Manufacturing Technician, Plant Operator, Chemical Process Operator, Maintenance Technician, Quality Technician, Process...

Job title: Rolling Stock Overhaul Technician Job Type: Contract Location: Edinburgh, EH8 7SY (must live within reasonable distance) Duration: 12 month contract | Potential for extension Pay rate: Competitive IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Hours of work: Full Time Shift pattern: Days & Nights on rotating shifts The Opportunity Rullion are recruiting experienced Overhaul Technicians to support the corrective and preventative maintenance, servicing and repair of modern rolling stock assets within a busy rail depot environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on technically advanced fleets as part of a highly skilled maintenance and modifications team, supporting fleet reliability, availability and safety through planned overhaul, repair and continuous improvement activities. The Role You will undertake scheduled mechanical overhaul, modification and repair activities in line with the vehicle maintenance plan and agreed delivery schedules. Working closely with Team Leaders...

Assembly Technician Malmesbury £13.50 - £14.50 per hour Our client, based in Malmesbury, is currently seeking an experienced Assembly Technician to join their expanding production team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on individual with strong mechanical assembly skills and a keen eye for detail to work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Assembly Technician Roles and Responsibilities: * Carry out mechanical assembly and fitting of a variety of components, including bearings, sprockets, gearboxes, and associated equipment * Interpret and work from engineering drawings and technical specifications * Safely operate a range of hand and power tools * Assemble products to required tolerances and within set production deadlines * Conduct quality inspections and identify any assembly or component issues * Adhere to health and safety procedures at all times within the workshop * Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support team...

Body Shop Technician | East Kilbride |£18ph Contract - Temporary initially with strong potential to become permanent Escape Recruitment are supporting a growing manufacturing business in East Kilbride who are looking to add experienced Body Shop Technicians to their production team due to increased workload and continued growth. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced build and production environment and would suit candidates from automotive, commercial vehicle, coachbuilding, fibreglass, paint preparation or vehicle repair backgrounds. The company are looking for practical individuals who can contribute quickly and work with minimal supervision. Duties will include: Vehicle panel and component preparation Sanding, filling and finishing work Paint preparation activities Basic body repair work Supporting GRP/fibreglass moulding activities Maintaining quality standards throughout the build process Supporting wider production activity where requiredSuitable backgrounds may...

Quality Technician – Aerospace Manufacturing We are recruiting for a Quality Technician to join a leading aerospace manufacturing environment supporting production quality, non-conformance management and operational quality activities. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in aerospace, precision engineering or regulated manufacturing environments who have worked within production quality, inspection or manufacturing support roles. Key Responsibilities: • Process non-conforming material and support containment activities • Manage NCRs, concessions and quality investigations • Maintain SAP quality records, trackers and KPI metrics • Support Quality Engineers with root cause investigations and drawing changes • Work closely with production, engineering and operations teams • Drive continuous improvement and support zero defect initiatives Requirements: • Experience within aerospace, manufacturing or engineering environments • Background in quality...

Role: Assembly Operative Location: Edgware Pay: £14.00 - £14.50 per hour Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30am - 17:30 Job Summary: We are seeking motivated and reliable Assembly Operatives to join a busy production team in Edgware. The role involves assembling products, maintaining a clean work environment, and supporting the production team to meet daily targets. Key Responsibilities: Assemble products accurately according to manufacturing instructions and specifications. Use hand tools and equipment safely and effectively. Perform basic wiring or component assembly tasks if required. Maintain general cleanliness and tidiness of the production area. Report component shortages, equipment issues, or any safety concerns to the supervisor. Undertake training as required to develop skills and efficiency. Complete any other reasonable tasks assigned by management.Skills and Experience: Previous experience in assembly, manufacturing, or production is desirable but not...

Job Title: High Level Technician (Rolling Stock) Job Location: Southwest London Hourly Pay Rate: £31.48 PAYE / £ 41.11 Umbrella Shifts: Minimum of 50 hours a week Shift Pattern: Panama . Days and nights Duration: On-going contract Start Date: ASAP Industries considered: Rail, Rolling Stock, RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock, Commercial/Industrial Electrics, Defence, Plant Engineering, SPM, HVAC, and Process Engineering Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Electrical Engineer / Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, Avionic Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Client Summary: A world-renowned Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance company and is the number one provider of rail solutions in the world. This prestigious company is also the largest rolling stock manufacturer and provider in the UK and...

Assembly Technician required for one of our customers based in Leatherhead. Pay rate: £13.50 to £14.50 per hour ( flexibility on the rate based on experience). Postcode: KT22 A fast‑growing British engineering business is transforming transport refrigeration by replacing legacy diesel technology with zero‑emission electric systems. In just a few years, the company has gone from startup to global manufacturing, supplying major food and logistics brands across the UK and internationally. With strong investment backing, award‑winning culture, and in‑house manufacturing, the business is now scaling production and expanding into new markets. WHAT TO EXPECT Build units in a structured production environment using detailed digital work instructions Carry out hands‑on mechanical and electrical assembly to a consistent, high standard Use manual tools correctly, including torque‑controlled fastening Identify and clearly communicate build or fitment issues to engineers and team leaders...