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Manufacturing Production Jobs in the United Kingdom

Explore opportunities in manufacturing production, a sector experiencing consistent demand for skilled professionals. Positions span various areas from hands‑on line work to supervisory and management roles. The industry offers career paths with potential for advancement.

Company: Safran
Location: Braintree, Essex
Salary: £20,000–£40,000 per year

Responsibilities:

• Manage the manufacturing team, ensuring safety, quality, cost and delivery objectives are met.
• Lead performance improvement and multidisciplinary team development.
• Maintain compliance with Part 145 regulations, HSE and other directives.
• Plan resources, balance workload and manage capacity.
• Oversee HR processes: hiring, onboarding, training, performance reviews.
• Report on performance indicators and implement corrective actions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or General) or equivalent.
• 5+ years manufacturing/repair experience; team management preferred.
• Strong knowledge of production management, quality control and HSE.
• Proficiency with MS Office and performance‑management tools.
• Leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills.

Company: Proman
Location: Higher Walton, PR5
Salary: £12.21 per hour + OT at 1.5×

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Operate industrial saws, drills and production machinery.
• Assemble components to order and handball finished goods onto pallets.
• Use measuring tools, follow production paperwork accurately.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience as a factory or warehouse operative (not essential).
• Physically fit, able to lift heavy objects.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Strong team player with good communication skills.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay, regular hours, OT at 1.5×.
• Pension scheme, permanent job opportunities.
• Full training – earn while you learn.

Company: Gafoor
Location: Preston, Lancashire (relocation assistance)
Salary: £35,000 pa (negotiable)

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily production of food items, ensuring quality and safety.
• Manage staff, monitor performance, enforce HSE standards.
• Coordinate with other departments to meet production targets.

Qualifications:

• Experience in meat or poultry processing preferred.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and HSE regulations.

Company: CO Manufacturing
Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Salary: Competitive

Responsibilities:

• Run production lines during assigned shifts, meeting quality, output and safety targets.
• Lead and motivate line operators and supervisors.
• Analyse key metrics, implement corrective actions, report to senior management.
• Maintain accurate production records and KPIs.

Qualifications:

• Experience in manufacturing, preferably with uPVC or similar products.
• Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma principles.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a team.

Company: Vanrath
Location: Dungannon, Northern Ireland
Salary: Negotiable

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with HSE and environmental standards.
• Lead lean manufacturing initiatives and process improvement.
• Control production costs and support budget planning.
• Maintain zero‑defect quality and customer‑ready products.
• Coach teams on lean tools and visual management.

Qualifications:

• Previous production supervision experience.
• Background in manufacturing engineering or systems.
• Practical knowledge of lean manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, communication and analytical skills.

Company: Thrive Trowbridge (temporary)

What You Will Do:

• Work on a food production line, packing, labeling and quality checking.
• Follow food hygiene and HSE procedures.
• Perform general factory duties.

Requirements:

• Shift availability (AM or Night), good attention to detail, punctuality.
• Teamwork and previous production experience preferred.

Company: Abbott
Location: Witney, Oxfordshire
Salary: £20,000–£40,000 per year

Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of new manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Propose and investigate innovative manufacturing solutions.
• Provide technical support and guidance to production teams.
• Collaborate with R&D and operations on infrastructure and resource planning.
• Manage strategic relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in production engineering and project leadership.
• Strong analytical, communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of biosensor manufacturing is an advantage.