Proactive are looking for a practical and detail-focused Glass Gluing & Finishing Assistant to join a busy manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will support the final stages of production, preparing glass and metal components for assembly and ensuring finished products meet the required standards of quality and presentation. Responsibilities Prepare glass and associated components for use during final assembly. Carry out visual inspections to identify scratches, defects, damage or other imperfections. Clean and prepare surfaces to ensure they are suitable for bonding and finishing. Apply adhesives, sealants and bonding materials accurately and consistently. Secure glass components into metal frames, bezels and other manufactured parts. Carry out trimming and finishing work to achieve a clean and professional appearance. Remove protective coverings and excess material from completed components. Follow established production methods, safety...

Machine Minder - Park Royal Salary: 33,000- 34,000 Shift: 4 on, 4 off nights Location: Park Royal We're recruiting a Machine Minder to join a busy manufacturing site in Park Royal. You'll be responsible for keeping production machinery running smoothly, carrying out machine set-ups and tool changes, and acting as the first response to breakdowns. More complex faults will be escalated to the maintenance engineering team. Key responsibilities Operate and monitor production machinery Complete machine set-ups and tool changes Carry out first-line fault finding and breakdown response Maintain safe, clean working standards Escalate faults that require engineering support What we're looking for Manufacturing, production, machine operating, or engineering experience Comfortable working night shifts on a 4-on, 4-off pattern Practical and mechanically minded Reliable, proactive, and keen to learn This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to develop...

Production Planner - Precision Engineering Location: Southwark, London Salary: 40,000- 50,000 + Equity + Company Bonus + Benefits Working Hours: Days-Based Additional Benefits: Career Progression, Training and Development About the Company An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Planner to join a rapidly growing precision engineering business with an established international presence and expanding UK operations. The company specialises in the manufacture of high-precision components for a range of technically advanced industries, including aerospace, defence and robotics. With multiple manufacturing facilities and significant investment in its UK operations, the business is entering an exciting phase of growth and is looking to expand its team with talented individuals who want to make a meaningful contribution to its continued success. The Role As a Production Planner, you will play a key role in coordinating and optimising manufacturing schedules to...

Job title: Machine Operator - High Precision Components Job Type: Permanent Start date: ASAP Salary: 40-45,000 per annum Location: Teddington Working Arrangements: Site-based Hours: Full-time The Role We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator/Machinist to join a specialist engineering business in Teddington, manufacturing low-volume, high-precision components. You will be responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing process, from setting and operating milling and grinding machinery through to inspection, quality control and final delivery. Key Responsibilities Set and operate milling and grinding machinery. Manufacture low-volume, high-precision components to tight tolerances. Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Select tooling and machining processes. Carry out dimensional inspection using precision measuring equipment. Identify and resolve machining and quality issues. Take ownership of components from setup through...

Job title: Machine Operator - High Precision Components Job Type: Permanent Start date: ASAP Salary: 40-45,000 per annum Location: Teddington Working Arrangements: Site-based Hours: Full-time The Role We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator/Machinist to join a specialist engineering business in Teddington, manufacturing low-volume, high-precision components. You will be responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing process, from setting and operating milling and grinding machinery through to inspection, quality control and final delivery. Key Responsibilities Set and operate milling and grinding machinery. Manufacture low-volume, high-precision components to tight tolerances. Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Select tooling and machining processes. Carry out dimensional inspection using precision measuring equipment. Identify and resolve machining and quality issues. Take ownership of components from setup through...

Electromechanical Assembly Technician / Build Engineer Contract Type: 4-Week Short-Term Contract Location: West London Workshop (Near Notting Hill) Positions Available: 3-4 Engineers Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Pay Rate: Competitive (Hourly / Day Rate, dependent on experience) About the Role We are a high-tech robotics company manufacturing Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) in-house at our West London workshop near Notting Hill. To meet an upcoming delivery milestone for our latest robot model, we are hiring 3-4 temporary Electromechanical Assembly Engineers for a 4-week contract . Prior experience in robotics is not required. We are looking for hands-on, detail-oriented engineers with solid experience in assembling complex electromechanical hardware-such as automation equipment, electric vehicles (EVs), industrial machinery, or similar technology. Key Responsibilities Build and assemble Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) directly from mechanical...

QC Operative Kent Day Shift 07 00 £30,000 £40,000 DOE Precision engineering environment Quality inspection, CNC machining, engineering drawings & measuring equipment experience required. Excellent benefits and long-term career prospects. QC Operative Kent £30,000 £40,000 DOE Permanent Our client, a well-established and growing engineering manufacturer in Kent, is looking to recruit an experienced Workshop QC Operative to join their quality team. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused professional with experience in a CNC machining or precision engineering environment to play a key role in ensuring high standards are maintained throughout the manufacturing process. The Role You will be responsible for inspecting components and materials throughout production, ensuring all products meet required specifications, quality standards and customer expectations. Key Responsibilities Complete QC inspection...

Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Integrated Test Technician 📍 Crawley, West Sussex | Thales UK Ready to put your electronics expertise to work on technology that matters? At Thales, we design and deliver innovative technologies that help make the world safer, more secure, and more connected. We're looking for a skilled and motivated Integrated Test Technician to join our Manufacturing team, where you'll play a vital role in testing, fault-finding, and repairing advanced electro-mechanical products. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with...

Rework Technician Uxbridge Proactive are urgently recruiting for a Rework Technician to join our client in Uxbridge, UB8. Role: Rework Technician Location: Uxbridge (UB8) Pay Rate: 14- 15 per hour PAYE or Holiday paid 15.69- 16.81 Umbrella rates 18- 19 per hour PURPOSE OF JOB Modification, rework and upgrade of PCB assemblies to IPC 610 Class 3 standard. TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS At least 3 years' experience in PCB production Hand soldering IPC 610 Class 3 trained Use of fine tools and microscopes Computer literate PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Removal and replacement of a wide variety of SMT components down to 0201 and 01005 dimensions. Removal and replacement of a wide variety of SMT and thru-hole IC packages and connectors including DIL, uBGA, BGAs PGAs, QFPs Build product according to customer specifications and requirements Ensure all work is completed to specified levels of acceptable workmanship. Follow company...

Quality Inspector Competitive Hourly Rate Readily Available Overtime at 1.5x 33 Days Annual Leave An established precision engineering business is currently seeking a Quality Inspector to join its Quality team in Hertfordshire. Manufacturing complex CNC-machined components for sectors including Aerospace, Defence, Motorsport and Robotics, the business offers a modern working environment with advanced machining and inspection equipment. The successful individual will carry out CMM, manual and visual inspection, ensuring components meet engineering drawings, customer specifications and traceability requirements. Quality Inspector duties include - Inspect precision-machined components using CMM equipment NS manual measuring tools. Operate CMM equipment, interpret inspection results and verify measurements. Read engineering drawings and technical specifications, applying GD&T requirements to inspection activities. Complete First Article Inspection reports, compile...

Quality Inspector Competitive Hourly Rate Readily Available Overtime at 1.5x 33 Days Annual Leave An established precision engineering business is currently seeking a Quality Inspector to join its Quality team in Hertfordshire. Manufacturing complex CNC-machined components for sectors including Aerospace, Defence, Motorsport and Robotics, the business offers a modern working environment with advanced machining and inspection equipment. The successful individual will carry out CMM, manual and visual inspection, ensuring components meet engineering drawings, customer specifications and traceability requirements. Quality Inspector duties include - Inspect precision-machined components using CMM equipment NS manual measuring tools. Operate CMM equipment, interpret inspection results and verify measurements. Read engineering drawings and technical specifications, applying GD&T requirements to inspection activities. Complete First Article Inspection reports, compile...

Position: Assembly Operative Location: St Albans Salary: 13.00ph - 14.56ph Hours : Full Time - 37.5 hours per week - 08:00am - 16:00pm, Monday to Friday Proactive are currently in search of multiple experienced mechanical assemblers to start work immediately for a client of ours in St Albans. The successful candidate will be working as part of a team within the production area, and should have previous assembly experience working within a faced paced manufacturing environment. Duties will include but not be limited to: Mechanical Assembly Fitting of parts and components Use of hand tools, with some use of electrical hand tools Ability to understand assembly diagrams Cooperate and work with all other production staff Ensure all operations are complete and done correctly How to Apply: For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jemal Tawfieg on (phone number removed) or (url...

CNC Turner Hemel Hempstead area Days 8am-4pm Monday to Friday ( 20 - 22 per hour) OR Nights 5pm-5am Monday to Thursday ( 22- 24 per hour) We're recruiting an experienced CNC Turner for a precision manufacturing business that provides precision engineered parts into the F1, aerospace and defence sectors. This position combines offline programming with hands-on setting and operating. You'll take jobs through setup and prove-out, then oversee production to ensure components meet the required dimensions and finish. The role would suit a machinist who enjoys technical work, takes pride in accuracy and is comfortable managing a job through its different stages. CNC Turner Responsibilities Create and adjust offline programmes for CNC turning work. Prepare tooling and set CNC lathes ready for machining. Run initial components and make adjustments before continuing production. Check finished parts against engineering drawings. Monitor tool wear and adjust...

Product Technician Woking, GU21 28,000 - 30,000 per annum We are hiring for Product Technician to join a engineering team based in Woking. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with mechanical assembly, pipework, manufacturing, workshop, or engineering experience who enjoys hands-on work and is keen to develop new skills. The role involves working on specialist gas pressure equipment used within the aviation sector, including gas cylinders, pressure vessels, valves, regulators, and associated pipework assemblies. Key Responsibilities Assembly, servicing and refurbishment of specialist engineering equipment. Working with pipework, valves, pressure vessels, regulators and gas cylinder systems. Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults. Carrying out testing, calibration and inspection activities. Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation. Maintaining accurate service and maintenance records. Supporting...

Position: Quality Technician Location: Woking Salary: 18- 20 per hour Umbrella Are you a meticulous professional with a keen eye for detail? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? If so, this role could be the perfect fit for you. Our client is seeking five Quality Technicians to join their dynamic and growing team. This is an excellent chance for experienced quality professionals to make an immediate impact and contribute to a supportive and established manufacturing operation. Key Duties and Responsibilities: - Carry out inspections in line with defined Inspection Plans. - Identify, document, and report defects or non-conformities. - Work closely with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues. - Support and verify corrective actions to ensure effective implementation. - Manage and segregate non-conforming materials through to final disposition. - Use precision measuring equipment to check dimensions, tolerances, and product...

Position: Manufacturing Supervisor Location: Woking Salary: 16.00 per hour Are you an experienced leader in the automotive or high-volume engineering/manufacturing sector? This dynamic Supervisor role offers a unique blend of hands-on responsibilities and leadership duties, perfect for someone looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. This role is based on-site at a prestigious location in Woking, where you will lead a team of Quality Inspectors and drive quality, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key duties and responsibilities: - Writing and maintaining Work Instructions, SOPs, and Test Plans. - Leading and supporting a team of 5-10 Quality Inspectors. - Conducting Level Zero investigations and root cause analysis. - Planning and coordinating inspection activities. - Carrying out layered audits and process conformance checks. - Driving corrective actions and continuous improvement activities. - Ensuring teams have the correct...

CNC Turner Hemel Hempstead area Days 8am-4pm Monday to Friday (£20 - £22 per hour) OR Nights 5pm-5am Monday to Thursday (£22-£24 per hour) We're recruiting an experienced CNC Turner for a precision manufacturing business that provides precision engineered parts into the F1, aerospace and defence sectors. This position combines offline programming with hands-on setting and operating. You'll take jobs through setup and prove-out, then oversee production to ensure components meet the required dimensions and finish. The role would suit a machinist who enjoys technical work, takes pride in accuracy and is comfortable managing a job through its different stages. CNC Turner Responsibilities Create and adjust offline programmes for CNC turning work. Prepare tooling and set CNC lathes ready for machining. Run initial components and make adjustments before continuing production. Check finished parts against engineering drawings. Monitor tool...

CNC Programmer / Setter Siemens ShopMill Up to £25 per hour 40-hour working week Free parking Our client is looking for a CNC Programmer / Setter to join their busy engineering team, working with CNC milling machines to produce high-quality components to engineering drawings. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC professional, or someone looking to develop their skills further, to join an established team where technical ability, attention to detail and a hands-on approach are valued. Our client is particularly interested in candidates with Siemens ShopMill experience, but is also open to considering individuals with a strong CNC machining background and transferable programming skills. The Role Programming and setting CNC milling machines to produce components in line with engineering drawings. Writing and modifying CNC programs to ensure components are produced accurately and efficiently. Interpreting technical drawings and checking completed...

Production Operative High Wycombe/Amersham 14.24 per hour Proactive Global is actively looking out for an Assembly Operative to begin work for a leading manufacturing and production business in Amersham/High Wycombe. The idle candidate will be helping in assembly, general assembly. Key Responsibility: General assembly work Able to assemble components with the help of training Able to adapt and learn quickly Good communication skills Leads by example in attitude and work proficiency Able to handle pressure and meet tight deadlines, managing different customer needs Knowledge of quality control measures and procedures. Training will be provided. Experience is preferred, not needed. If you are interested in this position, please apply with a copy of your CV. How to Apply: For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jaya Tiwari on (phone number removed) or (url removed)...

Head of Manufacturing Lead. Improve. Inspire. Deliver. We're looking for an ambitious, people-focused Head of Manufacturing to take ownership of our manufacturing operation and lead a team of around 100 people in a fast-paced, made-to-order environment. This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who thrives on the shop floor, enjoys solving problems and knows how to turn operational challenges into measurable improvements. Reporting to the Operations Director, you'll lead our production teams and work closely with Shift Managers, Team Leaders and wider business functions to deliver safety, quality, productivity and performance. What you'll be responsible for Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations to deliver customer demand safely, efficiently and on time. Drive output, productivity and labour efficiency, with a strong focus on achieving daily and hourly targets. Reduce overtime, waste and scrap through better processes, planning and workforce utilisation....