Location: Templecombe, 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. Hybrid working arrangement: 3 days per week on site (based on full time hours) Working hours: Full time 37 per week (8 hours Mon-Thurs and 5 hours on Fri) Are you an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer with a passion for turning complex designs into production-ready solutions? As a Lead Manufacturing Engineer you'll work across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and project teams to define and deliver industrial strategies that drive innovation, efficiency and business success. Acting as the link...

BOM and Change Controller - Manufacturing assembly BOM and Change Controller - Manufacturing assembly with electrification and injection moulding inputs Coventry £35,000 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 BOM and Change Controller to establish, maintain, and govern complex Bill of Materials (BOM) structures and engineering change processes across our electro-mechanical manufacturing programs. Joining at the ground...

Operations Manager (Construction Engineering Manufacturing) 45,000 + Bonuses Monday to Friday Permanent Hadleigh We are absolutely thrilled to be working alongside our Award-Winning Construction Manufacturing client as we look to recruit an Operations Manager to support and lead the Production and Warehousing side of their business. Your New Role as Operations Manager Direct reports: Production Manager, Warehouse Supervisor, Production Operatives As our new Operations Manager you will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance and strategic development of Operations across our specialist products range. The role provides direction and governance to manufacturing, warehousing, planning and quality improvement activities, ensuring the business has the capability, capacity, systems and people required to support current and future growth. The Operations Manager will establish and deploy the operational strategy, driving operational excellence through lean...

Help keep a major manufacturing site running safely and reliably Wolviston Management Services is proud to be working in partnership with Tioxide to recruit an Electrical & Instrument Technician for their Greatham site. This is a hands-on maintenance role where you will support the safe, reliable operation of plant electrical and instrumentation equipment. You will complete planned and emergent work, support fault diagnosis, carry out testing and commissioning, and help identify improvements that enhance plant stability, uptime and quality. You will work closely with the E&I Lead, E&I Supervisor and wider manufacturing teams in a complex process manufacturing environment. What you ll be doing You will: Complete planned and emergent electrical and instrumentation work to site standards. Report any non-conformances that could affect safety, quality or equipment reliability. Coordinate maintenance activity in line with safe systems of work, risk...

Position: Assembly Operative Salary: 12.71 per hour (Permanent Contract) Location: Luton Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a Assembly Operatives to begin work for a leading manufacturing and production business based in Luton. Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional Assembly Operatives to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the site's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work. Assembly Operators Required to work for manufacturing company based in Luton, immediate starts available for the right candidates. Key Responsibilities: Assembling mechanical parts / components with high accuracy Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet specifications. Collaborate with team members to meet production targets. Maintain a clean and organised work area. Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols. Qualifications and Experience:...

Job Purpose As a 3-Axis CNC Programmer, Setter & Operator within the Fabrication Team, you will be responsible for the manufacture of precision infrared and visible optical components to exacting customer specifications. You will program, set and operate CNC milling machinery to mill, shape and bevel optical components, working to micron level tolerances and maintaining the highest standards of quality, cleanliness and workmanship. The role will involve machining delicate optical materials, verifying component dimensions using CMM and other inspection equipment, and carrying out cleaning and surface inspection to applicable standards. You will be expected to take ownership of your work from process preparation and machine setup through to final inspection, ensuring components meet drawing, process and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities Programme, set and operate 3-axis CNC milling machinery to manufacture precision optical components. Interpret...

Position: Panel Wirer Salary: 28,000 - 32,000 Location: Milton Keynes Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a Panel Wirer to begin work for a leading manufacturing and production business in Milton Keynes. Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional Panel Wirer to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the Site's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work. You will be responsible for: Assemble and wire mechanical switchgears Carry out repairs on electrical switchgears and panels Looming wiring control panels Work from wiring schematics to assemble products Wiring, Soldering, Crimping, Terminating and Looming cables Experience: Have experience in creating quality in-build hand looming Be able to carry out mechanical assemblies Be skilled in in-build hand looming and in producing neat and accurate wiring Be able to read and...

Position: Electro Mechanical Assembler Location: Kempston Proactive are currently working with a client who are a market leader in their field based in Kempston. The client are currently in need of a Electro Mechanical Assembler. The need is due to rapid company growth, the successful candidate will be joining a thriving business and be helping maintain the site's function through this exciting influx of work. Your daily duties will include: Read and interpret technical drawings, wiring schematics and follow PIO instructions to ensure correct assembly and wiring. Operate electrical test equipment to ensure systems function correctly and safely. Work with systems in hybrid and electric units, ensuring safe handling and integration. Ensure all work meets quality standards and is completed within production schedules. Report all issues and non-conformance to Team Leader / Supervisor. Operate overhead cranes and other lifting equipment as required. React to...

Position: Gluer Machine Operator Salary: 16.00 - 20.00 per hour (Permanent Contract) Location: St Neots Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a Gluer Machine Operator to begin work for a leading manufacturing and production business based in St. Neots. Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional Machine Operator to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the site's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work. Responsibilities Setting up and operating relevant machinery. Safe operation of process machinery, including safety features, emergency stops, lock-out systems and safe systems of work. Proactively identify and report any potential machine or process issues to the Production Manager. Maintain a thorough understanding of corrugated material types and specifications to identify and address material-related issues. Take responsibility for...

Position: CNC Machinist (Turning) Salary: 18.00 - 20.00 per hour (Permanent Contract) Location: Milton Keynes Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a CNC Machinist to begin work for a leading manufacturing and production business based in Milton Keynes. Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional CNC Machinist to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the site's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work. Responsibilities Set up and operate CNC lathe machines to perform various machining operations Read and interpret engineering drawings to determine machining requirements Monitor machine operations to ensure proper functioning Inspect finished components for accuracy and quality Make adjustments to machine settings as needed Maintain a clean and organised work area Requirements Proficiency in operating CNC lathe machines Setting...

Manufacturing Engineer An excellent opportunity for a practical, hands-on engineering professional to support process improvement, Lean Manufacturing and operational efficiency across a busy manufacturing environment. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Production Engineer, Process Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Lean Manufacturing Engineer, NPI Engineer, Manufacturing Process Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Project Engineer, Quality Engineer, Engineering Technician   SALARY: Competitive + Benefits LOCATION: Plymouth, Devon, South West England - inter-site travel will be required across five Plymouth sites JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent   JOB OVERVIEW This is an excellent opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to play a key role in improving productivity, reducing waste and supporting quality across manufacturing operations. As the Manufacturing Engineer,...