What Manufacturing Jobs are in Devon?

We are proud to be working with a welcoming, friendly local business who are recruiting for an Production/Assembly Operative. Our client is a leading company in the electronic manufacturing industry, seeking a motivated individual to contribute to their success. If you have a great attitude, good work ethic and want to work for a supportive company who will train and support you we want to hear from you. No experience necessary just a can do mentality and willingness to learn!

Job Title: Production/Assembly Operative (Electronics Industry)

Location: Exeter outskirts - a car/driving licence is required

Salary: 26,000 with a payrise after successful completion of probation

Hours: 39 hours per week but with a flexible working pattern available. Start time of either 6.00am/6.30am/8.00am. Your hours can be worked across 4 or 5 days!

Benefits: 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and 2 additional company days, discretionary quarterly bonus, flexible working week, free onsite parking, friendly, sociable team.

The Company: An award winning, technology manufacturer established 50 years ago based near Exeter, with a product range of over 1000 designs. From concept designs through to manufacturing, the innovative engineering team develop products and technologies using the latest components for many industries.

The Role: This is a great opportunity for a Production/Assembly Operative to join this friendly and supportive team and become an essential part of the department. With your great attention to detail and motivation to learn, you will get full training to use the innovative and modern machinery to assist in the assembly of electronic components. This busy role will see you learn new skills in a variety of areas, moving between equipment and mastering different techniques to assist in the production of high quality products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the production of electronic devices, including assembly, testing, and quality control
• Follow standard operating procedures to ensure products are manufactured to the highest standards
• Collaborate with the production team to meet production targets and deadlines
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that may arise during production
• Maintain a clean and organised work area and ensure compliance with safety regulations

Desired Skills:

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work with precision
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot
• Effective communication skills, the confidence to ask for help when needed
• Ability to work well within a team
• Motivated with a good work ethic
• A desire to learn and grow in the industry

To Apply: If this role is of interest to you then please either apply online, send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to find out more!

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Cullompton, Devon, EX15 | 12.21 per hour | Full time | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday | Temporary-to-Permanent | Onsite

Acorn by Synergie are recruiting Production Operatives to work in a fast-paced food production facility in Cullompton. This is an immediate start role with full training provided and no previous experience required.

• Work on a fast-paced production line.

• Handle and package chicken products safely and hygienically.

• Follow health and safety procedures.

• Maintain high quality and cleanliness standards.

• Own transport due to site location and shift times.

• Reliable and punctual.

• Good attention to detail.

• Team player with a positive attitude.

• No previous experience required - full training provided.

• 12.21 per hour.

• Monday and Tuesday 6am - 3pm, Wednesday day off, Thursday and Friday 6am - 3pm.

• Total 35 hours per week.

• Friendly and supportive team environment.

• Regular shifts with a guaranteed midweek day off.

Apply now or contact Judyta at the Tiverton branch for more information.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Join Our Team as a Production Operative

Are you looking for a rewarding job in the heart of the picturesque countryside near Buckfastleigh and Totnes? Look no further! MEGO Employment Ltd, your trusted recruitment partner, is thrilled to offer you the chance to become a Production Operative at Riverford Organic Farmers.

Temporary to Permanent Opportunity

Are you dreaming of a secure, long-term career? Riverford offers you the chance to start on a temporary basis with the exciting potential to transition into a permanent role within our thriving, employee-owned business.

No Experience Needed

Don't worry if you don't have prior experience - we provide comprehensive training to equip you with all the skills you need to excel in various roles.

Benefits Galore

• Free Parking: Forget the daily parking hassle; we've got plenty of free parking spaces.
• Canteen: Enjoy delicious, subsidised meals in our canteen.
• Subsidised Food: Get hearty and fresh organic breakfasts and lunches at a fraction of the cost.
• Free Organic Produce: Take home free organic fruits and veggies daily.

Job Details:

• Location: Buckfastleigh
• Working Days: Sunday - Thursday
• Salary: 13.45 - 20.18 per hour (depending upon shift & Department)
• Hours of Work:
• PM Shift: 14:30 to 22:30
  AM Shift: 630am to 14:30

Your Responsibilities:

• Pack fruit and vegetables into home delivery boxes.
• Wrap fruit and vegetables with biodegradable packaging.
• Ensure the quality of fruit and vegetables.
• Contribute to our sustainability efforts by recycling veg boxes and packaging.

Perks of the Job:

• Enjoy free tea, coffee, and organic fruit in our welcoming canteen.
• Relish affordable and fresh organic meals at our subsidised canteen.
• Take home a selection of free organic fruit and veg daily.

Live the Veg Life

At Riverford, we're passionate about organic vegetables. Our mission is to grow, pack, and deliver them to approximately 70,000 homes across the UK each week. By joining our team, you'll become a vital part of this mission and contribute to our commitment to sustainability.

Your Future with Riverford

MEGO Employment Ltd has been the trusted recruitment partner for Riverford's Production Operatives for many years. Starting your journey with us may just be the first step toward securing a rewarding and permanent role with Riverford Organic Farmers.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be a part of an award-winning, employee-owned business. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling career with Riverford Organic Farmers.

Willand | 12.71 per hour | Full time | Temporary / Temp to Perm | Onsite

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a General Production Operative to join a manufacturing team in Willand. This role involves supporting the day-to-day production process and ensuring products are packed, processed, and handled to a high standard.

• Assist in the production and packing of products.
• Operate machinery in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Follow operational procedures and meet production deadlines.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety on the factory floor.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of materials.

• Experience in a production, packing, or warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn on the job.
• Good level of spoken and written English.

• 12.71 per hour starting pay, with potential increases based on experience.
• Early finish Fridays.
• Temporary to permanent opportunity.
• Supportive team environment with on-the-job training.
• Stable, full-time hours with no weekend work.

Apply now or contact Judyta at the Tiverton branch for more details.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

We are proud to be working with a welcoming, friendly local business who are recruiting for a Trainee Electronics Production Assistant . Our client is a leading company in the electronic manufacturing industry, seeking a motivated individual to contribute to their success. If you have a great attitude, good work ethic and want to work for a supportive company who will train and support you we want to hear from you. No experience necessary just a can do mentality and willingness to learn!

Job Title: Trainee Electronics Production Assistant

Location: Exeter outskirts - a car/driving licence is required

Salary: 26,364 with a salary increase after probation

Hours: 39 hours per week - Monday - Thursday 8.00 to 4.30, Friday 8.00 to 3.30

After probation there will then be the option to work compressed hours e.g 6.30 to 4.30 Monday to Thursday

Benefits: 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and 2 additional company days, discretionary quarterly bonus, flexible working week, free onsite parking, friendly, sociable team.

The Company: An award winning, technology manufacturer established 50 years ago based near Exeter, with a product range of over 1000 designs. From concept designs through to manufacturing, the innovative engineering team develop products and technologies using the latest components for many industries.

The Role: This is a great opportunity for an Trainee Electronics Production Assistant to join this friendly and supportive team and become an essential part of the department. With your great attention to detail and motivation to learn, you will get full training to use the innovative and modern machinery to assist in the assembly of electronic components. This busy role will see you learn new skills in a variety of areas, moving between equipment and mastering different techniques to assist in the production of high quality products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the production of electronic devices, including assembly, testing, and quality control
• Follow standard operating procedures to ensure products are manufactured to the highest standards
• Collaborate with the production team to meet production targets and deadlines
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that may arise during production
• Maintain a clean and organised work area and ensure compliance with safety regulations

Desired Skills:

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work with precision
• Confident with IT, a fast learner of systems
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot
• Effective communication skills, the confidence to ask for help when needed
• Ability to work well within a team
• Motivated with a good work ethic
• Production/assembly line experience would be desirable
• A desire to learn and grow in the industry

To Apply: If this role is of interest to you then please either apply online, send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to find out more!

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

I am searching for an experienced Production Engineer for an internationally respected and very successful manufacturing business based near to Exeter.

Reporting to the Lean Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for supporting production throughout the in-house metal shop and assembly areas alongside the external supply chain.

The role is focussing on the support of existing product ranges and the introduction of new products. You will help to development supporting systems to improve quality and sustainability of our client's product range. The role will include the definition and delivery of strategic targets across the business.

Working within the Production Engineering and Lean Team, you will ensure successful identification and implementation of best manufacturing practise. You will help review the suitability for manufacture of new products and maintain quality that exceeds customer expectation.

Duties include:

• Identify and present ideas for improving production in order to improve profitability, quality, throughput and H&S.
• Conduct feasibility studies on continuous improvement ideas generated from within Production, gained sign off and implement those projects.
• Work closely with the Lean team to develop and implement best practices, routines and solutions to improve production rates, quality and output.
• Support the Production Team in evaluating the strategic development of on-site manufacturing to achieve business goals.
• Assist in the production of operating instructions.
• Assist in the coordination and management of new products internally and externally to support the manufacturing team where required.
• Produce written reports where required.
• You will undertake continuous training and development.
• Ensure adherence in accordance with any health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of staff and visitors.
• Participate in new product reviews to ensure that only the most production efficient designs are released into production.
• Participate in Change Request reviews to ensure that the best and most cost-efficient solutions are adopted without having a negative impact on safety or quality standards.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
• Work as part of the production engineering team to share ideas and improve operation, recommending, supporting, and implementing continuous improvement activities and process and procedure improvements to optimise results and improve quality of delivery, in line with quality standards requirements.
• Stay current and up to date on any technology changes that may affect manufacturing and advise of any impact.
• Liaise and communicate with other departments, suppliers, and other service providers as and when required.

Required skills and attributes:

• Excellent people skills.
• Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
• Competent in problem solving, planning and decision making.
• Commercially and financially aware.

Qualifications and experience:

• HNC or HND or equivalent in an engineering discipline, as a minimum.
• Experience of implementing manufacturing improvements and continuous improvement projects within batch manufacturing businesses.
• Experience of working with sheet metal fabrication with an understanding of related manufacturing processes and limitations.
• Experience of quality management including proven use of DFMEA & PFMEA.
• Project management experience and a track record of identifying and successfully implementing change.
• Previous involvement in new product introductions would be beneficial.
• Experience of Value Analysis and Value Engineering techniques, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping and 8D would be beneficial but is NOT a prerequisite.

The role comes with an excellent benefits package and once probation has been successfully completed some home-based working is available with prior consent with management, however, this is NOT a remote position.

The benefits include, 32 days holiday (including bank holidays), flexitime, competitive salary, pension, loyalty bonus, life assurance, free eye tests, training, rewards hub, hybrid-working and much more!

To be considered for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term without company sponsorship.

You will also need to be based near to Exeter / East Devon , or you will be able to relocate to the area. Our client will 100% consider candidates who wish to relocate from within the UK to take up the position.

KEYWORDS
Production Engineer, Lean, New Products, H&S, Continuous Improvement, Production, Manufacturing, Engineering, DFMEA, PFMEA, HNC, HND, Batch Manufacturing, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Value Analysis, Value Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, 8D

Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Production Engineer

Office Based, Exeter - commutable from Sidmouth, Exmouth, Torquay, Tiverton and surrounding areas.

35,000-45,000 + Office Based, Monday to Friday + Early Finish on Fridays (7:30am-2pm) + Flexitime Scheme + Free Parking + Pension + Company Benefits

Excellent opportunity for someone looking for the next challenge in their career, with a progressive company and where you can make a real difference longer term.

On offer is the chance to work in a varied and technically interesting role where you be directly involved in new product introduction and improvements.

This company specialise in the design and manufacture of domestic products which are supplied internationally. Industry leaders in their field, they pride themselves in supplying high quality products and giving the best service to their customers.

The day to day responsibility for this role will be to continuously improve all manufacturing processes across the site with an overall goal to maximise efficiency, reduce wastage and increase quality throughout. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a team that plays a key role in assuring the new product introduction projects are completed at the highest level.

The ideal candidate will an understanding of mechanical principles and have experience on NPI projects and working in manufacturing.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be a key part in a growing business. with a well-respected company in the area and progress your career longer term.

The Role:
*Manufacturing Engineer/ Production Engineer
*Working with a team to resolve process issues and identify areas for improvement
*Implementing changes to improve productivity, quality and cost
*Ensuring regulatory requirements and standards are met

The Person:
*Background as a Manufacturing Engineer/ Process Engineer / Production Engineer/ NPI Engineer or similar are considered
*Experience working in a Manufacturing environment
*Extensive knowledge of mechanical principals (qualifications ideally)
*Ideally, working with metals/ steel/ sheet metal or similar materials
*Experience working with NPI/ NPD projects

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Nick Phillips at Rise Technical.

This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Willand | 14.07 per hour | Saturday & Holiday cover | Temporary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting Factory Cleaners to join a busy site in Willand. This is an immediate start opportunity for reliable individuals who take pride in maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

• General factory cleaning including floors, toilets, bins, and waste removal.
• Sweeping, dusting and damp mopping.
• Cleaning machinery.
• Maintaining clean and safe communal areas.

• Reliable and punctual.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.
• Physically able to perform cleaning tasks.

• Hours:
  • Every Saturday: 7am - 4pm.
  • Holiday cover: 7/04 - 25/04/2026, Monday to Thursday and Saturday, 4pm - 3.30/4am.
• Immediate start available.

Apply now!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Best Apprenticeships offers an exciting opportunity to join Arla Foods as a Dairy Manufacturing Apprentice – Technical Operator, part of a £179m expansion in Devon. This role provides a pathway to a long-term career in manufacturing, with training in liquid processing, logistics, or mozzarella production.

Working on-site requires operating machinery, supporting product changeovers, and adhering to health and safety protocols. Shifts include nights and weekends, with potential study tours in Denmark and Italy.