252 Manufacturing jobs in Leamington Spa
Quality Control Manager - Automotive Manufacturing
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Key responsibilities include developing and implementing comprehensive quality control plans, procedures, and standards in line with ISO/TS 16949 (or IATF 16949) and other relevant automotive industry requirements. You will oversee all aspects of incoming, in-process, and final product inspection, ensuring adherence to specifications. The Quality Control Manager will be responsible for managing non-conformance reporting, root cause analysis, and the implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). You will work closely with engineering and production teams to address quality issues proactively and drive process improvements. Key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality will be monitored and reported on regularly to senior management.
The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Quality related) or a closely related field, coupled with a minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in quality control or quality assurance within the automotive manufacturing sector. A deep understanding of quality management systems (QMS), statistical process control (SPC), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and other quality tools is essential. Experience with PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) is highly desirable. Excellent leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required to effectively manage the team and collaborate cross-functionally. This role requires a hands-on approach and a strong commitment to driving quality excellence on the shop floor in Coventry .
Senior Quality Control Engineer - Automotive Manufacturing
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Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing comprehensive quality control plans and procedures in line with IATF 16949 standards.
- Conducting regular inspections and testing of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Investigating quality issues and customer complaints, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Leading internal quality audits and supporting external customer and regulatory audits.
- Developing and maintaining quality documentation, including quality control records, inspection reports, and process control charts.
- Collaborating with production and engineering teams to identify and address quality risks and opportunities for improvement.
- Training and mentoring junior quality control personnel.
- Managing the calibration and maintenance of quality control equipment and measurement tools.
- Analyzing production data to identify trends and areas for process optimization.
- Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations within the quality control department.
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of quality management systems.
The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field. A minimum of 6 years of experience in quality control or quality assurance within the automotive manufacturing sector is essential. Strong knowledge of quality management systems, particularly IATF 16949 and relevant ISO standards, is required. Proficiency in quality tools such as SPC, FMEA, APQP, and PPAP is necessary. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are crucial. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are needed to effectively liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and customers. This hybrid role requires adaptability and a willingness to work collaboratively across different environments.
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Manufacturing Technician – De-Burr / Bench Hand
Full Time-2 shifts- 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10am
Solihull, Birmingham, UK.
What you will be doing:
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a for a Manufacturing Technician to join us within the Rolls-Royce Control Systems facility in Solihull, Birmingham.
You will work as part of our Hydromechanical Valves production team and play a critical role in the production of high-precision components for our Civil and Defence Aerospace businesses, ensuring components are of the highest standard, ensuring safety, customer quality and on time delivery following established working processes and quality procedures.
You will report directly to the Production Leaders within the business.
Responsibilities:
You will operate, maintain, and optimise advanced machining equipment to ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
Manufacturing Operations
- Manual De Burring of parts (using hand tools & air tools), Use of pressure test Rigs, Inspection of finished components.
- Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and working instructions to produce components to exact tolerances.
- Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment (micrometres, callipers, CMM's) to ensure compliance with Rolls-Royce quality standards.
Process Optimisation
- Identify and help implement improvements to manufacturing processes whilst collaborating with our Manufacturing Engineers to enhance productivity, reduce waste and improve component quality.
- Collaborate with engineering, maintenance teams and team leaders to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during production.
Equipment Maintenance
- Conduct proactive and preventative maintenance activities to optimise performance of machining equipment.
- Be vigilant and highlight any concerns with product, material and measurement equipment which may affect customer quality or safety standards.
Quality Assurance
- Adhere to Rolls-Royce quality standards and aerospace industry regulations.
- Document production data, inspection results and non-conformances accurately, prioritising product safety.
Health, Safety and Compliance
- Follow all health, safety, and environmental policies to maintain a safe working environment.
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, production staff, team leaders and production managers to achieve production targets and solve problems.
Why Rolls-Royce?
Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.
We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting, and connecting people everywhere.
We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future, and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.
We'll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.
Who we are looking for:
Being a part of Rolls-Royce, you will know we embrace agility, are bold, pursue collaboration and seek simplicity in everything we do. These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
- Experience in manufacturing operations & production environment.
- Able to work to technical instructions and adhere to fixed process and quality standards.
- Confident in interpreting engineering drawings.
- Knowledge & experience of a wide range of inspection techniques.
At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives which are crucial to innovation and problem solving. We believe the more diverse perspectives we have, the more successful we'll be. By building a culture of caring and belonging, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.
We welcome applications from people with a refugee background.
You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-Royce
Closing Date: 30/09/2025
Job CategoryFactory Staff
Posting Date16 Sept 2025; 00:09
Posting End Date29 Sept 2025
Manufacturing Operator
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We are looking for talented Manufacturing Operators to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Assembly in Daventry, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom .
Working 37.5 hours per week on a weekly rotating shift pattern of:
- Mornings: Monday to Friday 6.45am – 2.45pm
- Afternoons: Monday to Thursday 3.00pm – 11.00pm, Friday 3.00pm – 10.30pm.
This role is a temporary contract for up to 24-months with the potential to become permanent dependent on performance and business needs.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways :
- Assembling high horsepower natural gas and diesel engines.
- Working to the given takt time.
- Adapting to various tasks as needed will support overall production goals.
- Maintaining both quality and safety standards.
- Communicating effectively with your team and support staff will enhance teamwork and productivity.
- Following quality procedures and performing inspections will ensure high standards and reduce costs.
- By adhering to HSE standards and promptly reporting hazards, you'll help maintain a safe working environment.
- Keeping your work area clean and performing routine maintenance will ensure smooth operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Accountability: Hold yourself and others accountable to meet commitments and ensure tasks are completed effectively.
- Health and Safety Awareness: Proactively identify, report, and participate in actions to improve health and safety, fostering a culture of safety and contributing to an injury-free workplace.
- Manufacturing Expertise: Demonstrate a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and applications, and implement changes to meet functional needs and drive continuous improvement.
- Effective Communication: Clearly communicate with your team and support staff to ensure smooth operations and collaborative problem-solving.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/ Experience:
- High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
- This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
- Requires some work experience or intermediate level knowledge obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.
The compensation for this role is aligned with a local bargained or unionized agreement.
Job Manufacturing
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site
Job Type Shop
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Relocation Package No
Manufacturing Engineer
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adi Automotive Lean Manufacturing and Design – Manufacturing Engineer
Location – Tyburn, Erdington
About the Role
In this role, you will design, implement, and optimise manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety. You will collaborate with project managers and report directly to the operations director.
Specifically, your key responsibilities will include:
- Manage manufacturing projects, ensuring quality and deadline adherence.
- Attend weekly production meetings and collaborate with the project team.
- Align production programs with contract timelines.
- Request orders for materials and confirm labour requirements.
- Monitor costs bi-weekly and report on job status.
- Optimise procurement options and ensure multiple quotes for high-value items.
- Review tender documents, specifications, and contract terms.
- Conduct site visits for client meetings and information gathering.
- Perform material take-offs and issue inquiries for quotes.
- Prepare quotation submissions with necessary clarifications.
- Arrange site needs and develop RAMS with training certifications.
- Prepare and issue handover documentation by contract deadlines.
About you
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- Proven experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, industrial engineering principles, and quality control standards.
- Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing simulation tools.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
The Benefits
- The adi Pit Stop – savings and discounts portal with Reward Gateway
- Healthcare cash plan
- 24/7 GP helpline including private electronic prescription service
- Enhanced Employee assistance programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee referral bonus of £500 for every successful new employee
- Generous holiday allowance
- Celebration days
- Company-wide Christmas party for employees and partners
- Annual employee awards
- Long service awards
- Free workwear
The company
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Other organisations may call this role a Process Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Production Engineer, Manufacturing Systems Engineer, or Quality Engineer.
adi Group is fully committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and seeks to ensure that the careers of all employees are determined solely on merit and opportunity and that judgement of employees are free from the effects of bias and prejudice.
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Manufacturing Production Assistant
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PWR Performance Products, a true success story that began with a father and son's vision. With relentless passion and dedication, we have become the leading manufacturer of cutting-edge automotive cooling products in Australia. We are a renowned name in top-tier global motorsports, and we've grown into a powerhouse with over 550 talented staff across Australia, America, and the UK, now listed on the ASX stock exchange. Join our vibrant team in our state-of-the-art facility, featuring advanced technologies including a controlled atmosphere brazing furnace, CNC machine shop, and an in-house wind tunnel. Be part of our rapid growth, shaping the future of our traditional markets and venturing into thrilling industries such as electric, aerospace, and defence.
Job Description:
Are you ready to be a part of an exciting and dynamic Production Team? At PWR, we specialize in manufacturing and assembling high-end cooling components such as radiators, intercoolers, oil coolers and other parts using a variety of hand and power tools and machinery. We are seeking motivated mechanically individuals with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a desire to build or advance their career in an advanced manufacturing environment.
We are looking for 2x new staff to support our manufacturing team based in Rugby.
Day Shift work Monday to Friday 7:00AM-3:30pm
Qualifications:
- Commitment to safety, quality, and excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret documentation and basic detailed drawings.
- Use of basic hand tools.
- Relevant experience is highly regarded, but not essential.
- Must be able to work unsupervised at times and effectively in a team environment.
- Must have the ability to sustain concentration during repetitive processes.
- More importantly, your positive attitude, strong work ethic, willingness to learn and flexibility is what makes you stand out.
What We Offer:
- A career not just a job. We're serious about supporting our people build fantastic careers. Multiple members of our executive team started in our entry level positions.
- Free uniforms that not only ensure a professional appearance but also eliminate the hassle and expense of maintaining a work wardrobe.
- All employees receive discounts off all PWR products. We also have great discounts across other automotive suppliers and financial wellbeing programs.
- Work with the latest and greatest technology.
- Experience PWR's thriving and inclusive company culture, where our long-standing staff members reflect our commitment to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment.
- We value and recognize outstanding achievements through our recognition program, which includes monetary rewards for Employee of the Year, Apprentice of the Year, Employee of the Month, and Apprentice of the Quarter.
How to Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your mechanical experience and why you're interested in joining the PWR. We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Canteen
- Company events
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- What is your hourly rate expectations?
Work Location: In person
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Microbiologist- Food Manufacturing
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Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire
Consulting Technology
Supporting food manufacturers and retailers with product innovation including: rheology, new product development, value optimisation, instructional development, pilot plant, quality and food safety manufacturing, thermal processing, new technologies, and regulatory affairs.
Global Food Safety & Quality TeamJoin our expert team at Campden BRI, delivering high-impact consultancy services to clients across the food industry. This role blends technical excellence with client-facing delivery, offering a dynamic mix of research, training, and strategic support.
We're looking for a Food Microbiologist with hands-on experience in food manufacturing, ideally within a Quality Assurance or Hygiene function. This is a dynamic opportunity for someone passionate about food safety and eager to expand their expertise across multiple disciplines.
In this role, you'll embark on a structured learning and development pathway designed to evolve your capabilities into a Safety, Quality, and Hygiene Specialist. You'll play a vital role in supporting our team to deliver and enhance factory hygiene services through both consultancy, technical support and the delivery of training and workshops.
Position- Conducting assessments and providing guidance on Cleaning Systems
- Evaluating and improving personnel hygiene practices
- Advising on hygienic design of equipment and facilities
- Reviewing and optimizing building and air handling systems for contamination control
- Designing environmental sampling programs
- Validating cleaning and disinfection protocols to ensure regulatory compliance and conformity to commercial standards
- Delivering training sessions to upskill factory teams on hygiene best practices
- Troubleshooting hygiene-related issues and offering actionable solutions
- A collaborative environment where your scientific insight drives real-world impact
- Access to cutting-edge knowledge across a number of disciplines
- Opportunities to work across diverse product categories and manufacturing setups
- Mentorship from industry-leading experts in food safety and hygiene
- Career progression into consultancy, auditing, or technical leadership roles
Hybrid working
Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
- 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Buy and sell holiday scheme
- A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
- Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
- Subsidised onsite restaurant
Manufacturing Technician II

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Standard (Mon-Fri)
**Environmental Conditions**
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
**Job Description**
**Job Description**
Business Job Title: Manufacturing Technician II
Job Profile Title: Manufacturing Technician II
Direct Report To: Team Leader, Manufacturing
Group/ Division: Protein Diagnostics (PDX) / Specialty Diagnostics Group (SDG)
Career Band: 2
Career Track: Associate
Position Location: UK - Birmingham
Number of Direct Reports: N/A
When you're part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do challenging work, and be part of a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of $20 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.
**Position Summary** :
This role is based at our Protein Diagnostics Division in Birmingham, UK. As a Manufacturing Technician II within Operations, you will join a passionate Manufacturing team dedicated to ensuring the performance of world leading diagnostic products drive global progress. Your contributions will be instrumental in upholding our reputation for impeccable performance and groundbreaking ideas.
**Responsibilities:**
**A day in the Life:**
+ Independently manage own workload against a published plan.
+ Manage Inventory to ensure materials are available and transacted to complete assigned work
+ Own and perform scheduled activities for designated equipment, area, or function.
+ Carry out data and process-checking activities
**Keys to Success:**
+ Take responsibility for your own work to ensure it is completed 'right first time'
+ Use knowledge and skills to carry out troubleshooting and suggest mitigation measures.
+ Set and meet effective goals and create and keep deadlines
**·Proactive in identifying and implementing improvement initiatives in all aspects of work.**
**Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:**
**Education**
**·Educated to GCSE level or equivalent with a minimum 1 years relevant experience or a relevant degree.**
**Experience**
**·Essential: Previous experience in a laboratory environment.**
**·Preferred: Experience in workload management and planning is desirable**
**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**
**·Proven documentation/communication/digital literacy**
**·Able to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).**
**·Computer knowledge and use of applications such as MS Excel.**
**·Practical knowledge of units of measurement and basic mathematical skills.**
**Physical Requirements / Work Environment**
+ Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and understand chemical hygiene.
+ Able to handle solutions and chemicals.
+ Essentials functions may require lifting objects up to 20 Kilograms.
+ Willing to work overtime in the short-term notice, including weekends to support department as needed.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Manufacturing Readiness Engineer

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GE's Power Conversion business, part of GE Vernova, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world's major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.
At Rotating Machines Rugby (RMR), we design and build some of the most technically advanced electrical rotating machinery in the world. We specialise in manufacturing large electrical rotating machinery: Motors and Generators, across a wide variety of industrial applications. Our motors are powering some of the most advance warships in the world, whilst our generators are decarbonising industry for a more sustainable future. The Manufacturing Readiness & Technologies Team is a part of the RMR Engineering Department and consists of a team of Manufacturing Engineers, responsible for development and implementation of new innovative manufacturing technologies.
We drive improvements to execution, efficiency, and cost reduction through the continual implementation of Lean Manufacturing techniques and innovative ideas- a key part of the scope of work. We also ensure all the prior preparations are in place so that new projects can be manufactured as efficiently as possible.
Reporting to the Manufacturing Readiness & Technologies Leader, the Manufacturing Readiness Engineer is a key part of leading preparations for manufacturing to ensure a safe, right first-time execution that is both able to start and finish on time. Working cross functionally to ensure everything is in place and ready prior to manufacture, providing technical leadership and active support of the project builds during execution.
**Job Description**
**What you will be doing as part of our team.**
+ Design of new project specific tooling. Developing, documenting, and implementing new manufacturing processes.
+ Researching and scoping proposals for investment of new innovative manufacturing technologies.
+ Organisation and optimisation of tooling and manufacturing processes
+ Planning coordination, installation/commissioning of new kit, equipment, or contractor supervision.
+ Development/validation of new tooling suppliers
+ Analysing and planning workflow, space requirements and equipment placement to maximise manufacturing efficiency.
Working cross functionally as part of a global GE team to ensure our customers (both external and internal) are satisfied with their experience of dealing with us.
**Who we are looking for.**
+ Sole UK national in order to comply with Government security restrictions associated with the project.
+ A keen and innovative Engineer who has strong leadership abilities to lead change within our manufacturing organisation.
+ An engineer with strong CAD Design skills (Preferably in Creo or Solidworks), who can model tooling concepts and see them through to a detailed design.
+ Ability to conduct mechanical calculations or FEA simulations is desirable.
+ Capability to set and meet aggressive goals. Motivated and driven to continually improve. Driven self-starter who reacts positively to challenges.
+ Excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and decision-making skills. Methodical worker with focus on attention to detail. Structured in approach and well organised.
+ Outstanding computer literacy and knowledge of design. Computer literate in Word processing, Excel and Power point applications.
+ The aptitude to work as part of a diverse and multi-disciplined project team, whilst working on multiple projects and delivering to EHS, Quality, Delivery and Cost metrics.
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills including negotiation, and presentation.
+ A broad knowledge of manufacturing processes, their engineering challenges and best practices.
+ Motivating and influencing change agent.
+ Flexible approach, willing to work extended hours and travel when required.
+ Demonstrated experience leading engineering design and design reviews.
+ Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and documentation.
+ Proficiency with design tools such as Creo, AutoCAD etc.
+ Proven ability to work in a dynamic team environment.
+ Demonstrated ability to train shopfloor operators and explain complex engineering processes. Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately across the business up to Senior management level.
**You can expect from us**
+ Challenging and exciting projects
+ A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
+ Attractive compensation.
+ Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution); Income protection; Private Health Insurance; Life Assurance
+ 26 days vacation + bank holidays
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.