Astute's Power team is proud to be partnering with a leading Biomass company to hire an Outside Operator on a FTC for 8 months to join their Power Station in Thetford. The Production Operator role comes with a starting salary of c. 35,000 + overtime + private medical + other benefits. If you have experience on a heavy industrial site with hands on maintenance routines and checks, and ideally have mobile plant licenses, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Operator role Reporting to the Shift Team Leader you will: Perform routine operational checks and inspections. Operate plant systems and equipment following established operating procedures. Collaborate as a key member of the shift team to maintain safe and efficient plant operations. Conduct basic maintenance tasks in line with approved maintenance processes and standards. Diagnose plant issues and propose effective solutions. Carry out pre-start inspections, commissioning, and...

Production and Assembly Operative – FTC Evenings We have a great opportunity for someone with previous light production or hands-on assembly experience to join a manufacturing team, working on evening shifts within a busy production environment. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Factory Operative, Assembly Line Operative, Production Worker, Light Assembly Operative, Manufacturing Assistant, Workshop Operative   SALARY: £13.28 per hour + £750 per month shift allowance LOCATION: Heathrow, West London – Fully site-based JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract until 27th November 2026 WORKING HOURS: Evening Shift - 30 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 5pm to 11pm and Friday 1pm to 7pm   JOB OVERVIEW This is a great opportunity for an Assembly Operative to join the company’s production team and take on a...

Production Supervisor Lead a PVC recycling operation where safety, operational excellence and sustainability matter. This role suits a manufacturing, recycling or process-industry leader with strong people management, HSE knowledge and continuous improvement expertise. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Production Team Supervisor, Production Team Leader, Manufacturing Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Production Shift Leader, Manufacturing Team Leader, Production Shift Manager, Factory Supervisor, Operations Team Leader   SALARY: £19.14 per Hour plus £3.83 per Hour Leadership Allowance + Benefits LOCATION: Runcorn, Cheshire, North West England         JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 08:00 to 16:30 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 to 14:00 Friday (30-minute unpaid lunch), 37.5 hours per week   JOB OVERVIEW This is an excellent...

Location: Belfast, 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. Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar....

Location: Glasgow, 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. Manufacturing Technician - Cameras Location: Glasgow Role:  Full Time Hours: Friday - Sunday Weekend shift Due to demand we’re looking for a technician to join our team in Glasgow to Support us in the manufacturing process and test of multiple military based products. We are looking to expand the night shift. Key Responsibilities and Tasks: Optical alignment and construction of optical subassemblies Complex optical bonding using a mixture of optical adhesives Optical handing and cleaning...

Location: Glasgow, 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. Team Leader - Production & Repair – Weekend shift - Fri, Sat, Sun Lead, Support, and Inspire a High-Performing Team We're looking for a collaborative and proactive Team Leader to help guide our Production and Repair team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys combining hands-on technical expertise with people-focused leadership, helping others succeed while ensuring the delivery of high-quality products and services. In this role, you will work closely with the Activity Manager to coordinate...

Location: Glasgow, 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. Environmental Test Technician 🕒 Shift pattern support required - Weekend Work Fri Sat Sun 37 Hours Thales UK | Manufacturing & Engineering | Full-time Do you enjoy hands-on technical work and being part of a collaborative team? Are you looking to grow your career in a supportive environment where your contribution is valued every day? We’re looking for an Environmental Test Technician to join our friendly and skilled team. In this role, you’ll support our production teams —playing an essential part in the...

Skilled Production Operative - Skilled Timber Assembly Operative - Level 3 Back Shift Location: Cambuslang Pay: Early 14.45 per hour, rising to 15.05 after training Back 15.97 per hour, rising to 16.63 after training Hours: Monday to Friday - Early 06:00-14:00 Back 14:00-22:00 Are you an experienced production operative with strong practical skills and confidence using hand and power tools? We're looking for a Skilled Production Operative to join a busy manufacturing team in Cambuslang. What You'll Be Doing You'll be responsible for building timber wall panels from start to finish, taking ownership of the full production process Key responsibilities include: Building timber frames for wall panels Installing insulation and fireboard Using a range of hand and power tools Following production drawings and specifications Maintaining high standards of quality and output Supporting the Line Leader with performance and quality Assisting with the training and...

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....

Production Manager - Manufacturing Assembly Production Manager - Manufacturing assembly with electrification and injection moulding inputs Coventry Up to £ days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, bonus, 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 critical project is scaling from zero to over 200 production colleagues within just four months. We are seeking a driven, hands-on Production Manager to lead shop-floor operations, embed Unipart Way lean processes, and direct production teams to achieve world-class levels of safety, quality, and output. As part of your key responsibilities you'll focus...

Team Leader - Manufacturing Assembly Team Leader - Manufacturing assembly with electrification and injection moulding inputs Coventry £37,750 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, carrying potential to evolve into a standalone business. We are looking for driven, hands-on Assembly Team Leaders to provide direct supervision to shop-floor production teams. You will lead shift teams to achieve on-time output, deliver right-first-time quality, and embed...

Are you an experienced leader from the food industry who wants to take ownership of our production operations as our new Manufacturing Manager? You will be managing and leading a team of 3 direct and 30 indirect reports across a double day shift. We are a multi-site FMCG operation in Basingstoke. Please apply to learn more. BASIC SALARY: Up to £45,000 dependant on your relevant experience. BENEFITS: 22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays LOCATION: Basingstoke COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Hook, Fleet, Farnham, Aldershot, Farnborough, Frimley, Camberley, Alton, Andover, Thatcham, Newbury, Reading, Wokingham. Why you should join us: Brand new role - as our new Manufacturing Manager, you'll take on responsibility for the production operations. Own it and develop it with your knowledge and expertise in food manufacturing and food safety. We are growing quickly in headcount and turnover, so it is an exciting time to join us with strong development opportunities for you too...

Are you an experienced leader from the food industry who wants to take ownership of our production operations as our new Manufacturing Manager? You will be managing and leading a team of 3 direct and 30 indirect reports across a double day shift. We are a multi-site FMCG operation in Basingstoke. Please apply to learn more. BASIC SALARY: Up to £45,000 dependant on your relevant experience. BENEFITS: 22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays LOCATION: Basingstoke COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Hook, Fleet, Farnham, Aldershot, Farnborough, Frimley, Camberley, Alton, Andover, Thatcham, Newbury, Reading, Wokingham. Why you should join us: Brand new role - as our new Manufacturing Manager, you'll take on responsibility for the production operations. Own it and develop it with your knowledge and expertise in food manufacturing and food safety. We are growing quickly in headcount and turnover, so it is an exciting time to join us with strong development opportunities for you too...

Are you an experienced leader from the food industry who wants to take ownership of our production operations as our new Manufacturing Manager? You will be managing and leading a team of 3 direct and 30 indirect reports across a double day shift. We are a multi-site FMCG operation in Basingstoke. Please apply to learn more. BASIC SALARY: Up to £45,000 dependant on your relevant experience. BENEFITS: 22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays LOCATION: Basingstoke COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Hook, Fleet, Farnham, Aldershot, Farnborough, Frimley, Camberley, Alton, Andover, Thatcham, Newbury, Reading, Wokingham. Why you should join us: Brand new role - as our new Manufacturing Manager, you'll take on responsibility for the production operations. Own it and develop it with your knowledge and expertise in food manufacturing and food safety. We are growing quickly in headcount and turnover, so it is an exciting time to join us with strong development opportunities for you too...

Are you an experienced leader from the food industry who wants to take ownership of our production operations as our new Manufacturing Manager? You will be managing and leading a team of 3 direct and 30 indirect reports across a double day shift. We are a multi-site FMCG operation in Basingstoke. Please apply to learn more. BASIC SALARY: Up to £45,000 dependant on your relevant experience. BENEFITS: 22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays LOCATION: Basingstoke COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Hook, Fleet, Farnham, Aldershot, Farnborough, Frimley, Camberley, Alton, Andover, Thatcham, Newbury, Reading, Wokingham. Why you should join us: Brand new role - as our new Manufacturing Manager, you'll take on responsibility for the production operations. Own it and develop it with your knowledge and expertise in food manufacturing and food safety. We are growing quickly in headcount and turnover, so it is an exciting time to join us with strong development opportunities for you too...

Are you an experienced leader from the food industry who wants to take ownership of our production operations as our new Manufacturing Manager? You will be managing and leading a team of 3 direct and 30 indirect reports across a double day shift. We are a multi-site FMCG operation in Basingstoke. Please apply to learn more. BASIC SALARY: Up to £45,000 dependant on your relevant experience. BENEFITS: 22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays LOCATION: Basingstoke COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Hook, Fleet, Farnham, Aldershot, Farnborough, Frimley, Camberley, Alton, Andover, Thatcham, Newbury, Reading, Wokingham. Why you should join us: Brand new role - as our new Manufacturing Manager, you'll take on responsibility for the production operations. Own it and develop it with your knowledge and expertise in food manufacturing and food safety. We are growing quickly in headcount and turnover, so it is an exciting time to join us with strong development opportunities for you too...

Are you an experienced leader from the food industry who wants to take ownership of our production operations as our new Manufacturing Manager? You will be managing and leading a team of 3 direct and 30 indirect reports across a double day shift. We are a multi-site FMCG operation in Basingstoke. Please apply to learn more. BASIC SALARY: Up to £45,000 dependant on your relevant experience. BENEFITS: 22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays LOCATION: Basingstoke COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Hook, Fleet, Farnham, Aldershot, Farnborough, Frimley, Camberley, Alton, Andover, Thatcham, Newbury, Reading, Wokingham. Why you should join us: Brand new role - as our new Manufacturing Manager, you'll take on responsibility for the production operations. Own it and develop it with your knowledge and expertise in food manufacturing and food safety. We are growing quickly in headcount and turnover, so it is an exciting time to join us with strong development opportunities for you too...

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we're committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role Location: Corby, Northamptonshire Hours: 3 shift rotation We're looking for a Production Operative to join our busy production team. This is a hands-on role where you'll play an important part in keeping our operation safe, efficient and delivering great-quality products. Previous packaging manufacturing experience is desirable, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn are just as important. What You'll Be Doing: Work...

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role Location: Corby, Northamptonshire Hours: 3 shift rotation We're looking for a Production Operative to join our busy production team. This is a hands-on role where you'll play an important part in keeping our operation safe, efficient and delivering great-quality products. Previous packaging manufacturing experience is desirable, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn are just as important. What You ll Be Doing: Work...

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role Working Hours - 12hour shifts, continental pattern days and nights (results in working 155days per year) We are currently seeking a skilled and reliable Multi-Point Glue Operative to join our production team. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ideal for someone with experience in gluing operations, packaging machinery, or similar industrial processes. Key Responsibilities Set up and operate...