25 Manufacturing jobs in Darlington

Do you have an understanding of processes such as machining and the fabrication of metal components/parts? Do you have experience in planning manufacturing methods within a machining or fabrication environment and a 'how can we do things better' mindset? If so then please read on!

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Role: Manufacturing Engineer - machining and fabrication

Location: Consett

Salary: Up to 48,000 DOE

Hours - Monday to Thursday (8.00am to 5.00pm) and Friday (8.00am to 1.00pm)

Holidays - 34 per annum inc BH

Pension - 3% employer, 5% employee

Overview:

We now require an additional Manufacturing Engineer to join the team due to expansion. The company have sites across the UK and EU and manufacture components for some well-known names within industry. This role will require an understanding of to how components are made out of metal - techniques such as machining, fabrication, anodising and metal manipulation. You will create manufacturing route cards (SOP's and methods to manufacture) to ensure the best methods to manufacture whilst continually looking at improvements.

The ideal candidate/ Manufacturing Engineer may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

• Previous experience writing SOP's, methods of manufacture
• Knowledge of machining and fabrication of metal components
• Excellent inter-personal and presentation skills
• Ability to read manufacturing drawings and specifications and break out the details and processes required for each operation required for manufacture.
• Competence in Office particularly Excel, Word and Project.
• Previous experience working in a role where streamlining and improving processes is key aspect of the your role.

Commutable from Stanley, Consett, Durham, Newcastle, Sunderland and surrounding areas.

If you are interested in the Manufacturing Engineer role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this position.

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Our client, a leading name within their industry, have an immediate need for Manufacturing Specialists to join their team.

You will:

• You will be working as part of the Springtown Manufacturing team. You will be responsible for operating a variety of machines in a 24/7 production environment within our wafer fabrication facility, producing recording heads for data storage products.
• You will perform machine tending operations to ensure that the machines are utilised to their optimum level and that the production goals for the site are met.
• You will be working within a cell of 3-4 people on shift within a larger team of 30-40 people in total.
• You will perform maintenance tasks across a 12-hours shift pattern that will include days, nights, and weekends.
• You will follow all Health & Safety rules and regulations that the facility has in place.
• You must always wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment, (PPE).
• Perform to meet departmental goals and quality targets.
• Be motivated to work in a team and contribute to your team's success.
• Help identify and eliminate problems.
• Assist in simplification and/or improvements of procedures, techniques or processes.
• Adhere to all relevant documentation systems used in the production procedure.
• Observe Clean room and wafer handling etiquette.
• Utilising tools to their optimum level
• Undertake training as required.

About you:

• You will have exceptional attention.
• Be a team player.
• Have great communication skills.
• You are reliable and punctual.
• You have basic computer skills.
• You must be able to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends to our fixed rota.
• You're highly motivated and passionate about working in a team and contributing to your team's success.

Rewards and Benefits on Offer;

• Free onsite parking
• On-going work in a secure industry
• Good location, and opportunities to progress within the company

The Hours Youll Work;

• Monday - Thursday, 06:55am - 15:25pm
• Sunday Thursday, 23:00 pm 07:00 am

The Pay Youll Receive;

• £12.21 (06:55 am 15.25 pm)
• £16.24 (23:00 pm 07:00 am)

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Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location: North Yorkshire

Salary: 50,000- 58,000

Benefits:

• 24 days holiday, plus bank holidays (holiday entitlement increases with service)
• A holiday purchase/selling scheme
• Birthday off
• Pension scheme
• Profit share scheme
• Healthcare Cash Plan scheme
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Life insurance scheme
• Enhanced sick pay scheme

The Company:

As Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will be a key member of the Operations Management Team. Leading and developing a talented group of engineers and technicians, you will drive technical capability, process improvement, and innovation across both new product introduction and legacy product support.This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, forward-thinking leader with a passion for coaching and developing high-performing teams. We are a growing and ambitious organisation supplying cutting-edge technology to the defense sector. With an innovative product range and a strong focus on technical excellence, we are on an exciting growth journey. Backed by a visionary leadership team, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Our people are at the heart of what we do. We invest in training, development, and progression opportunities, empowering individuals to thrive in their careers while making a real impact in an industry that is constantly evolving. If you are a senior engineer who can demonstrate coaching/ mentoring, we also want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers and Technicians to deliver engineering excellence.

• Drive best practice in manufacturing engineering across legacy and new product introduction projects.

• Champion Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and ensure smooth NPI handovers.

• Provide technical expertise to resolve manufacturing challenges and support business development bids.

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, industry standards, and customer requirements.

• Manage departmental budgets, identify new technologies, and implement improvement initiatives.

• Develop and maintain KPIs to proactively drive performance and results.

Skills and Experience Required

• Able to demonstrate leadership and work with engineers and technicians.
• Experience within manufacturing, defense or aerospace is very desirable.
• Experience in New Product Introduction and APQP.

Why Apply?

• Join a forward-thinking, expanding organisation at an exciting time of growth.

• Lead and shape a talented team, making a direct impact on performance and innovation.

• Work in a supportive, collaborative culture that values people and ideas.

• Opportunities for personal and professional development as the company grows.

• Be part of a business supplying technology into critical and innovative markets.

Management Accountant (Manufacturing)

35,000 - 40,000 + Excellent Benefits + 37.5 Hours + 31 Holidays

Sedgefield

Are you a Management Accountant with experience in manufacturing or an SME environment? Do you want a role where you'll have ownership, variety and direct impact on business performance?

On offer is the opportunity to join one of the largest manufactures in the packaging sector, who are expanding following major contract wins. They are now seeking a hands-on Management Accountant to join their Sedgefield site, reporting directly to the Group Finance Director.

This role would suit a Management Accountant with a CIMA or AAT qualification, looking to join a company who are providing a Monday to Friday (9am- 5pm) stable role with the potential of progression.

The Role:

Full ownership of monthly management accounts (P&L & Balance Sheet)

Lead month-end stock counts & valuations

Reconcile stock movements, supplier accounts and balance sheet schedules

Provide cost and variance analysis to support decision-making

Manage journals, fixed assets, VAT returns and payroll reporting

The Person:

Qualified AAT or CIMA

Experience in manufacturing / SME finance desirable

Reference: BBBH21032

Keywords: Accountant, Management Accountant, CIMA, ACCA, Accounts, Tax, VAT, Hybrid, Sedgefield, Accounts Assistant, Middlesborough,Newcastle

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This organisation are working with cutting-edge technology in some of the most intense and challenging industries globally.

They're seeking an experienced Engineering Manager who has experience in manufacturing / production environments - ideally for complex electro-mechanical  products.

You'll be leading a small team of Manufacturing Engineers, to provide a high level of engineering support, at this world-class manufacturing facility near Middlesborough .

Overseeing activities such as production support, servicing, commissioning and FAT, new product introduction (NPI), introducing new equipment and technologies, achieving departmental KPI's, etc.

Championing a culture of continuous improvement and constantly reviewing ways to improve quality and efficiency for the operation. Also leading on safety and compliance.

Salary is up to £58,000 depending on your skills and experience, with an excellent range of company benefits including healthcare cover and enhanced sick pay.

You should be degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant Engineering subject e.g. Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic, Manufacturing, etc. and be trained in Lean / Six Sigma / Kaizen or similar.

Ideally you'll be from a similar industry e.g. Defence, Aerospace or other regulated sector. Interested? Then apply today!

Quality Manager (Manufacturing)

35,000 - 40,000 + 33 Days Holiday + Company Benefits + Salary Review

Sedgefield

Are you a Quality Manager or similar with a background in the manufacturing industry looking to take the next step in your career and manage your own team within a market-leading manufacturer, who will give you the opportunity to manage your own quality department.

The company is a well-established food manufacturing company who provide packaging to companies like ITSU, Alston Dairy, Llaeth Y Llan's. They have built a broad client base and are looking for someone in their Quality Department to help deal with their ever-increasing workload.

This varied role will see you heading up the quality department within the factory based near Sedgefield, you will be responsible adhering to the BRCGS program to ensure compliance. This role will also see you maintain the HARM/HACCP whilst also carrying out internal audits along with root cause analysis make sure all packaging is adhered to the correct legislation.

This role would suit a Quality Manager or similar looking to progress in the Food Packaging industry, becoming a leader within a company who will give you the ability to own the role and spearhead the department.

The Role:

Day-to-day management of the Quality department

Adhere to BRCGS programme

Liaise with Suppliers and Senior Management

Ensure Reporting and Resolution of Quality issues

33 Days Holiday

The Person:

Quality Manager or similar

Manufacturer background or similar (BRCGS)

Commutable to Sedgefield

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Keywords: Quality, Quality Manager, Quality Inspector, Quality Assurance, ISO9001, Food , Food Packaging , Newcastle , BRCGS , Sedgefield , Manufacturer

My client is a well-established engineering business with a long history and exciting plans for business growth. They are a well know international business who specialise in manufacture of bespoke systems for the O&G sectors.

They are looking to strengthen their team and appoint a Manufacturing / Production Engineer based at their site near Malton.

The successful candidate will be expected to work in collaboration with Operations and Engineering relating to all new and existing products. Providing process and manufacturing engineering expertise into new and existing customer parts and processing/manufacturing methods, ensuring smooth transition to full manufacture.

Candidates will have a demonstrable background in a similar role, involved in process improvement with a knowledge of various manufacturing processes such as Machining, Fabrication and assembly (mechanical and electrical).

Candidates will also ideally be minimum HND qualified in an Engineering capacity.

Hours - 8.30am to 4.30pm Mon-Thurs and 8.30am to 4pm Friday.

Role and Responsibilities

• The design of fixtures, sourcing tooling and producing stage drawings, SOP’s, training manuals and operation procedures.

li>Creation of engineering documentation and bills of materials using 3D Solidworks and 2D AutoCAD.
• Ensure all pre-production activities, including creation of stage drawings, bills and routes, writing of machine programs, identification of tooling requirements, and the design of fixtures, are completed effectively and in a timely manner to support production plans.

• Participate in feasibility reviews for new parts to evaluate and determine manufacturing methods required and ensure that any exceptions or design changes that will be required prior to quotation and sign off.

• Drive improvements in production processes using continuous improvement methodology whilst developing methods and processes.

• Deliver technical training to production operators to develop their skills and capabilities and increase product and process knowledge team working.

• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.

• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analysing and planning workflow, space requirements and equipment layout.

• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labour and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.

• Provide design input on all projects as required within the timescales set by the company.
• Ensure the suitability of the engineering aspects of company products for their function.
• Prompt replies to production, logistical and technical support questions.

Qualifications:

• Qualified in an engineering discipline – HND or Degree preferred.
< i>Strong background in a production engineering/ manufacturing engineering role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and best practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Management Accountant (Manufacturing)

35,000 - 40,000 + Excellent Benefits + 37.5 Hours + 31 Holidays

Sedgefield

Are you a Management Accountant with experience in manufacturing or an SME environment? Do you want a role where you'll have ownership, variety and direct impact on business performance?

On offer is the opportunity to join one of the largest manufactures in the packaging sector, who are expanding following major contract wins. They are now seeking a hands-on Management Accountant to join their Sedgefield site, reporting directly to the Group Finance Director.

This role would suit a Management Accountant with a CIMA or AAT qualification, looking to join a company who are providing a Monday to Friday (9am- 5pm) stable role with the potential of progression.

The Role:

Full ownership of monthly management accounts (P&L & Balance Sheet)

Lead month-end stock counts & valuations

Reconcile stock movements, supplier accounts and balance sheet schedules

Provide cost and variance analysis to support decision-making

Manage journals, fixed assets, VAT returns and payroll reporting

The Person:

Qualified AAT or CIMA

Experience in manufacturing / SME finance desirable

Reference: BBBH21032

Keywords: Accountant, Management Accountant, CIMA, ACCA, Accounts, Tax, VAT, Hybrid, Sedgefield, Accounts Assistant, Middlesborough,Newcastle

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Ernest Gordon 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&Cs Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.