Head of Production - Manufacturing
Anglian Home Improvements
£70,000 to £80,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Head of Production - Manufacturing The Opportunity This is a business-critical Production Management role running the day-to-day production within a growing, manufacturing operation, offering full ownership of end-to-end production As Head of Production, you will lead the performance and efficiency of manufacturing across all manufacturing processes in a vertically integrated organisation While This role is primarily day-to-day production management, you will also play a key role in driving operational excellence, scaling capacity, and supporting the company’s growth ambitions. You will be a senior member of the Operations team, with significant influence over performance, culture, and continuous improvement across the operation. Scope & Scale • Manufacturing responsibility • Leadership of Production Managers, Supervisors, and large shift-based teams • Ownership of production budgets including labour, materials, and efficiency • End-to-end production accountability Key Responsibilities • Operational & Strategic Leadership • Lead all manufacturing operations to achieve output, cost, quality, and service targets • Drive capacity optimisation, labour planning, and operational efficiency across sites • Ensure manufacturing processes are robust, scalable, and fit for growth Health, Safety & Quality • Build and maintain a high-performing safety-first culture • Ensure full compliance with HSE legislation, internal policies, and industry standards • Drive improvements in right-first-time, defect reduction, and customer quality outcomes Continuous Improvement & Transformation • Be part of the Lean manufacturing and CI team to improve operational efficiencies. • Improve key metrics such as OEE, yield, and right-first-time performance Leadership & Culture • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing production leadership team • Build capability, accountability, and engagement across the workforce • Foster a strong, inclusive, performance-driven culture aligned to business values • Work effectively within a unionised environment Cross-Functional Leadership • Partner closely with Supply Chain, Planning, Engineering, Maintenance, and Logistics to ensure end-to-end operational delivery Performance & Governance • Own and report on key KPIs including output, efficiency, cost, scrap, safety, and labour performance • Ensure strong governance, reporting accuracy, and operational discipline What We’re Looking For We’re seeking a proven senior manufacturing leader who can combine hands-on operational expertise with strategic thinking. Experience • Significant leadership experience within manufacturing or production environments • Track record of managing large, shift-based operations • Demonstrated success in driving operational improvement and cultural change • Experience within unionised environments is highly desirable Technical Capability • Strong understanding of production planning, capacity management, and labour optimisation • Experience using KPIs, ERP/MRP systems, and performance reporting tools • Background in building products, windows/doors, or similar manufacturing advantageous Leadership Profile • Visible, credible leader with the ability to operate mainly at day to day at operational levels and supporting strategic developments as required. • Results-driven, with a focus on performance, accountability, and continuous improvement Why This Role? • Full operational ownership across a complex manufacturing environment • High-impact role with strong visibility and influence within the business • Clear pathway for progression into broader operational leadership roles • Package • Competitive base salary • Performance-related bonus • Car allowance • Additional benefits package Location & Flexibility • Site-based role • Flexibility required to support operational demands and shift-based environments Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its Policies with up-to-date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Company’s value of “Succeed Together†we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the ‘best person for the job’ regardless of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 creating an inclusive working environment and culture for our employees.
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Food Manufacturing Operative
The Best Connection Group Limited - South East London, London
£12.71 to £13.71 an hour
PermanentFull time
The Best Connection are currently working in partnership with our client in Bermondsey, Southeast London to recruit a Food Manufacturing Operative We are seeking a Food Manufacturing Operative to join our clients established team on an ongoing basis. Responsibilities of the Food Manufacturing Operative will include but not be limited to · Chopping large quantities of fruits, vegetables · Taking in and sorting incoming deliveries · Wrapping, packing and labelling finished products · General cleaning of the work area and wiping down of the work surfaces both at the beginning and end of your shift and throughout your working day Requirements of the Food Manufacturing Operative · To demonstrate a strong awareness of hygiene · Willingness to learn and work as part of a team environment · Ability to travel to Bermondsey Southeast London independently Hours of work · Will typically be 10:00-17:30 with a half hour unpaid break Rates of pay · Will be £12.71 per hour worked Additional Benefits · Online payslips · Weekly pay · Pension provision Holiday pay (28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Composite Manufacture Engineer
Workforce Recruitment and Training
£45,000 to £55,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Composite Manufacturing Engineer Location: Swindon or Gloucester Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOE Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm | Friday 8:00am-2:30pm The Role An exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing business specialising in innovative composite manufacturing for the aerospace, automotive, defence and space sectors. We are looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support the development, industrialisation and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes within the Swindon facility. You will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Tooling, Procurement and Business Development to ensure products are effectively transferred into production and manufacturing processes meet customer and quality requirements. Key Responsibilities Support Business Development with quotations, manufacturing methodology and costings. Support Design for Manufacture activities. Create routings, BoMs, Methods of Manufacture and process sheets. Produce clear step-by-step manufacturing instructions covering tooling, equipment, materials, cure cycles and H&S requirements. Ensure customer specifications, quality approvals and compliance requirements are addressed. Develop quality control procedures and inspection plans. Work with Tooling Design to develop tooling concepts and requirements. Develop PFMEAs and support risk reduction and gauge R&R activities. Review production data and identify improvements to quality, efficiency and manufacturing processes. Provide technical support to Procurement and suppliers. Support NPI and production readiness activities as required. About You Practical experience in composite manufacturing and processing is essential. Strong understanding of composite materials and their behaviour. Experience within an aerospace or advanced manufacturing environment. Understanding of AS9100 and quality control requirements. Experience with manufacturing documentation, routings, BoMs and Methods of Manufacture. CAD experience, ideally SolidWorks and Composer, plus good Microsoft Word and Excel skills. AFP experience is desirable but not essential. Knowledge of PFMEA, root cause analysis, Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally. Degree in Composite Materials, Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline is desirable. Six Sigma Green/Black Belt is advantageous but not essential. Benefits 25 days' holiday + bank holidays Pension Private healthcare Car allowance via salary sacrifice Profit share scheme What's next? Do you have the experience? The company welcome a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment and the people you will work with! If you would like to speak to someone regarding being booked on a site visit then please contact Tom Edney on 07823 402 034 for more information or send an email to tedney@wftech.co.uk Immediate starts are available! WF Tech are responsible for placing skilled and in demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Precision & Advanced Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Machining Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions. Our Specialist Consultants will have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer best advice on your next step!! We are always searching for the best talent, so if you know anyone, why not recommend someone to one of our professional team who will be more than happy to help. METE
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Manufacturing Engineer - Manufacturing assembly with electrification and injection moulding inputs
Unipart Group - Coventry
£52,000 plus 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, bonus, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme
PermanentFull time
Job Advert Manufacturing Engineer - Manufacturing assembly with electrification and injection moulding inputs Coventry £52,000 plus 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme About the Role Unipart Manufacturing is launching a flagship, fast-paced manufacturing project in Coventry, combining high-volume electrification assembly with complex injection moulding inputs. Fully aligned with Unipart’s Sector and Growth Strategy and The Unipart Way Forward Plan, this exciting venture will scale rapidly from zero to over 200 team members within a four-month period. We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer (Assembly and Battery) to lead the setup, industrialisation, and optimisation of assembly lines for advanced electrified systems and battery module integration. Joining at the ground level, you will bridge the gap between design and volume production - defining process workflows, line layouts, tooling specifications, and high-voltage safety standards in a dynamic, high-impact evolving environment. As part of your key responsibilities you’ll focus on: * Assembly and Line Setup - Design, industrialise, and commission assembly lines, work cells, and automated/semi-automated equipment for high-voltage electrification systems and mechanical sub-assemblies * Process and DFM Optimisation - Lead Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews, establishing robust process flows, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and line balancing to maximise throughput * Quality and APQP Integration - Develop and implement process controls including PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Process Capability (Cpk) studies, utilizing 8D methodologies for rapid problem-solving during initial ramp-up * High-Voltage and Safety Compliance - Implement and maintain rigorous High-Voltage (HV) safety protocols, thermal containment guidelines, and tooling specifications for safe battery module handling * Tooling, Fixturing and Commissioning - Specify, procure, and sign off assembly tooling, jigs, fixtures, and end-of-line testing equipment in collaboration with external equipment suppliers About You We’d love you to have the following skills and experience, but please apply if you think you’d be able to perform well in this role! * Manufacturing Engineering Track Record - Proven experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or Process Engineer in automotive, defence, aerospace, or electro-mechanical assembly sectors * Electrification and Battery Expertise - Direct hands-on experience in high-voltage battery module/pack assembly, wiring harness integration, or electrified powertrain manufacturing * NPI and Core Tools Mastery - Expert in New Product Introduction (NPI) frameworks, including PFMEA, DFM/DFA, line balancing, takt-time analysis, and lean manufacturing tools * Qualifications and Engineering Mindset - Degree or HND educated in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering (or equivalent industrial experience) with strong problem-solving capabilities About Unipart We are a supply chain performance improvement partner. We Design, Make, Move, and Improve components in our customers’ supply chains, keeping their operations and assets moving and working better, for longer. Through our commitment to continuously driving operational efficiencies, we improve performance - saving time, cost, and carbon. Our ambition is to be the driving force behind efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We believe that a great workplace is one where you can bring your whole self to work. Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and based entirely on merit. We define merit through a combination of technical skills and the core behaviours that help our people thrive at Unipart. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or circumstances. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity that exceeds our statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent legislation. Whether it’s your age, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, family status, or any other characteristic that makes you ‘you’ - it is your talent and potential that we value most. Adjustments for you: We want you to perform at your best. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are here to support you.
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Night Manager (Food manufacturing)
KPI RECRUITING LTD
£62,000 to £62,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Nights Manager- Nights (food manufacturing) Location: Stoke-On-Trent Salary: Up to £62,000 per annum Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 9:30pm - 6:30am The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Nights Manager to join a fast-paced food manufacturing business based in Stoke-On-Trent. Reporting directly to the Factory Manager, you will be responsible for leading the night shift operation, ensuring production targets are achieved safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities Production & Operations Lead the night shift operation to deliver the daily production plan Ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on time Manage labour resources to maximise productivity and efficiency Monitor production performance, yields and KPIs, identifying opportunities for improvement Minimise waste across raw materials, packaging and consumables Lead daily operational meetings and communicate production performance across departments Team Management Lead, motivate and develop production teams and Senior Line Leaders Conduct inductions, training, appraisals and ongoing performance reviews Manage attendance, absence, return-to-work interviews and holiday planning Handle employee relations matters, including disciplinary and performance management processes Promote a positive culture of accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement Quality & Food Safety Ensure full compliance with food safety, GMP and HACCP standards. Carry out internal audits and implement corrective actions where required. Maintain high standards of product quality and customer compliance. Ensure stock is stored, rotated and identified correctly. Health & Safety Promote a strong health and safety culture throughout the site Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety legislation, COSHH and company procedures Investigate incidents and near misses, implementing preventative actions where required Ensure all risk assessments and safe working practices are followed Continuous Improvement Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including Kaizen and continuous improvement projects Identify root causes of operational issues and implement long-term solutions Analyse production data to improve efficiency, productivity and overall site performance Support business improvement projects and mentor colleagues across the operation Essential Skills & Experience Previous management experience within FMCG or food manufacturing Strong leadership and people management skills Experience managing KPIs, productivity and production performance Knowledge of food safety, GMP and HACCP Excellent communication and organisational skills Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability Good IT skills with experience using production or ERP systems Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Flexible and proactive approach Qualifications Level 3 Food Safety (essential) Level 3 Health & Safety (IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent) HACCP knowledge Food Safety Level 4 (desirable) Business Management or Food-related Degree (desirable) Career development and progression opportunities Supportive leadership team and modern manufacturing environment If you're looking for your next administration opportunity and enjoy working within a manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you! If you are interested in this position please apply directly or email your CV over to MariaP@kpir.co.uk INDCOM
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Machine Operator - Chemical Manufacturing
Tony Pugal Recruitment Limited - DN14 0GH
£13.50 to £17.78 an hour
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Title: Machine Operator / Chemical Process Worker Location: Whitley Bridge, DN14 0GH Grade: Level 1 Technician About the Role: Join a leading worldwide manufacturing plant with an expanding team during this exceptionally busy period. Duties Include: Monitoring machines that mix specific chemicals and liquids according to the formula Weighing chemicals/raw materials on a scale into a mixing tank Observing the readings on the mixing tank and adjusting the temperature and flow meter controls
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Manufacture and installation of window blinds
Linda Arthur - Port Glasgow, Renfrewshire
Bonuses are offerered for the right person
On-sitePermanentPart time
Part time person required to be involved in the manufacture and fitting of window blinds. It could progress to full time for the right candidate
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Teacher – Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
Teaching Vacancies - Exeter, Devon
PermanentFull time
What skills and experience we're looking for We’re looking for an experienced Engineering teacher who is… • positive, supportive and passionate, with a can-do attitude • a team player, with experience of working within the sector • eager to offer our students the best support and guidance to help them achieve their goals • keen to engage in personal development What the college offers its staff Why join us? • highly motivated, dedicated and supportive team • our resources are the envy of other providers. Our workshops are equipped with lathes, mills, CNC machines, EDM, QMM and a fully equipped 3D printing lab. We also have a large number of Industrial robotic cells, Augmented Reality Welding workshops, and furnaces to perform foundry work. We recently enhanced our offer with a dedicated composites facility and additional HAAS CNC machinery. • paid industry upskilling days, with great professional development opportunities • Sunday Times Best Company • great benefits, including discounted shopping, bikes, electric cars and watersports • the best reward of all… seeing your students flourish and gain in confidence This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nationally recognised team who are passionate about ensuring our students get the skills and knowledge to be able to compete with the best in the country. Benefits We’ll give you incredibly generous holidays and a superb pension scheme. You’ll also get a package of amazing benefits, including free counselling and discounted supermarket shopping, spa treatments, electric cars and paddleboarding. Read more on ourcareers page. Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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Manufacturing, Machine & General Operatives
Bamford Contract Services Ltd
£12.71 to £12.71 an hour
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Manufacturing, Machine & General Operatives *IMMEDIATE STARTS AVAILABLE* Location: Littleborough (Rochdale) Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour Hours: Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm | Friday: 8:00am – 2:00pm Contract: Temporary to Permanent Opportunity On behalf of our client based in Littleborough, we are recruiting a number of Manufacturing, Machine and General Operatives to join their busy production team with immediate starts available. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing company that values its employees, provides full training, and offers genuine opportunities to secure a permanent position. The Role Successful candidates will work as part of a fast-paced manufacturing team, carrying out a variety of production and machine operating duties to support the manufacturing process. Key Responsibilities : • Operating production machinery safely and efficiently (full training provided) • Loading and unloading machinery • Assembly of products using hand and power tools • Sanding, finishing and quality checking products • Packing and preparing finished goods for dispatch • Following production schedules and work instructions • Carrying out manual handling and general operative duties • Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and health & safety • Supporting colleagues across different production departments when required About You We're looking for reliable, hardworking individuals with a positive attitude who enjoy hands-on work. Previous experience in any of the following would be advantageous, although not essential: • Manufacturing • Production • Machine Operating • Assembly • Warehouse • General Operative work • Factory or Industrial environments We also welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in labouring, construction, mechanics, joinery, engineering or other practical, hands-on roles. You should: • Be reliable and punctual • Have a good work ethic • Be comfortable carrying out manual and physical tasks • Be willing to learn new skills • Be able to work both independently and as part of a team • Have a strong awareness of health and safety What's on Offer : • £12.71 per hour • Monday to Friday working hours • Early finish every Friday • Full training provided • Friendly and supportive working environment • Ongoing training and development • Genuine temp-to-perm opportunity • Career progression within a growing manufacturing business If you're looking for a long-term opportunity within manufacturing and want to join a company that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you. How to Apply Apply online or send your CV to: jobs@bamfordcs.co.uk Please note: If you have not heard from us within 7 working days, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. We wish you every success with your ongoing job search. To view more jobs from Bamford Contract Services, Find us on Facebook bamfordcs or follow us on Twitter bamfordcs.
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Operations Manager (Food Manufacturing)
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Bristol, Bristol
£50,000 to £60,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Your new company A leader in the healthfood and nutrients sector, with a growing stable of well-loved products sold through D2C and Retail channels. This brand is well established and going through an exciting period of sustained growth. Your new role As Operations Manager you will lead a team of approx 20 across Production and Warehouse functions. This is a hands-on role in a fast-moving environment, leading and supporting the teams, solving problems, and driving performance improvements. You will ensure all activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with customer requirements, with a clear focus on Quality. What you'll need to succeed You will have experience in a similar role, ideally in a Food / FMCG manufacturing business with solid foundations around Health & Safety and Food Safety standards. Your CV will demonstrate the ability to identify and deliver process improvements that help to improve measurable performance, capacity, and efficiency. You will be comfortable developing and using KPIs to understand performance, and any experience of improving data capture and use of dashboards is an advantage. Project work supporting capacity and efficiency gains is also useful; so experience of assessing layout and flow, assessing and adding automation, system upgrades etc is an advantage and should be detailed within your CV. Experience of liaising with Finance and Commercial Teams regarding Forecasting and Planning is an advantage, as is working in businesses where in-house capacity is supplemented by co-packers / co-manufacturing. This is a very people-focussed position, you will know how to lead with positivity and ambition, and enjoy developing a working culture that motivates and encourages people to succeed. It is also useful to have experience of BRC audits, Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement, HACCP level 3, Food Safety level 3, although training and support can be given. What you'll get in return This is an opportunity to take a key leadership position within an established but growing business, where there are genuine opportunities for ongoing career development. We are looking for someone who will enjoy setting the standards and supporting your teams in delivery of those standards. This is a B-Corp business with a purpose. The role is on-site Monday-Friday. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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