32 Manufacturing jobs in South Shields
Manufacturing Engineer
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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!
The basics:
Role: Manufacturing Engineer - machining and fabrication
Location: Stanley
Salary: Up to 5000 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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Manufacturing Operative
Posted 10 days ago
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We are looking to recruit a Manufacturing Operative to work within an established business in Birtley.
The role involves:
- Preparing the materials required for production
- Following SOPs, ensuring the correct quantities of product are used for the production of each product
- Machine operating
- Quality control and attention to detail
- Working to daily targets
This does require manually lifting the materials so applicants must be physically fit.
The role will involve working on a three shift pattern 6.00am-2.00pm, Monday to Friday 2.00pm-10.00pm Monday to Friday and 10.00pm-6.00am Sunday to Thursday. You will also be required to work Saturday when you are on the 6.00am-2.00pm shift. (One in every 3 weeks)
Essential Experience:
- Working in a manufacturing facility
- Working to targets
Desired Experience:
- Previous use of a Fork Lift truck is highly advantageous
This role is to start immediately, please apply as soon as possible to be considered for this position.
This is a permanent position working for a company offering a number of benefits.
Due to the high volume of candidates responding to our adverts unfortunately we are not always able to provide individual feedback. If you don't hear from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will however keep your details on file and you may be contacted about other opportunities in the future.
Manufacturing Operatives
Posted 10 days ago
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Baltic Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with Danesmoor Group a company based in Newton Aycliffe. We are supporting them in their recruitment for multiple Manufacturing Operatives (Paint Finishing) to join their busy team.
About the Business:
Danesmoor Group is a market leading distributor of kitchen and bedroom components - proudly supplying the UK KBB industry for over 110 years. At PWS Paint Finishing, we're committed to continually improving our proposition. Our mix of fully automated and hand-sprayed paint-to-order (PTO) service offers an extensive colour palette and a superior quality and finish for all paint-to-order products across our comprehensive kitchen component portfolio.
Overview
The successful candidate will work within our fast-paced paint finishing production facility, processing bespoke variations of products & colours required for customer orders.
Manufacturing Operatives (Paint Finishing) Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Understand the product specification in order to identify defects or issues within production items.
- Be proactive, correcting any minor defects where possible. If unable to do so, flag any issues immediately with Lead Hand, Team Leader or supplier for corrective action.
- Be able to prioritise your workload where necessary.
- Continuously complete products to the required high standard.
- Maintain a clean and tidy workplace.
- Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed.
- Be able to work in an effective and timely manner.
- Be flexible and adaptable to the working requirements.
- Regularly inspects required equipment for mechanical and safety issues whilst carrying out daily PPM checks and reports failings to leadership team.
- To take pride and ownership in every job completed, as well as your working environment.
- Communicate with other internal departments and accurately document daily production KPI's.
Manufacturing Operatives (Paint Finishing) Applicants:
Essential Requirements
- Ability to read and interpret documents and production drawings.
- A positive attitude, a good team player, able to quickly adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lift/manoeuvre large items (with assistance if required).
- Close inspection work and the ability to differentiate accurately between materials & colours.
- The ability to follow the requirements of Standard Operating Procedures and work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to solve problems and make improvements to processes.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Basic PC skills.
- Well organised with the ability to plan and prioritise workload effectively.
- Resilient with the ability to work in a challenging environment.
- Knowledge of health & safety regulations.
- Good mathematical understanding.
- Undertakes tasks with the ability to prioritise to ensure OTIF delivery.
- Works in a collaborative manner with internal customer / suppliers.
- Ability to work unsupervised once trained.
- Embraces change.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience in a paint production facility is desirable but not essential.
Working a 2-shift pattern of: 6am to 2pm Monday to Friday, 2pm to 10.30pm Monday to Thursday and 2pm to 8pm on a Friday.
A 15% shift allowance is payable for this 2-shift rotating pattern.
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Manufacturing Operative
Posted 14 days ago
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We are looking to recruit a Manufacturing Operative to work within an established business in Birtley.
The role involves:
- Preparing the materials required for production
- Following SOPs, ensuring the correct quantities of product are used for the production of each product
- Machine operating
- Quality control and attention to detail
- Working to daily targets
This does require manually lifting the materials so applicants must be physically fit.
The role will involve working on a three shift pattern 6.00am-2.00pm, Monday to Friday 2.00pm-10.00pm Monday to Friday and 10.00pm-6.00am Sunday to Thursday. You will also be required to work Saturday when you are on the 6.00am-2.00pm shift. (One in every 3 weeks)
Essential Experience:
- Working in a manufacturing facility
- Working to targets
Desired Experience:
- Previous use of a Fork Lift truck is highly advantageous
This role is to start immediately, please apply as soon as possible to be considered for this position.
This is a permanent position working for a company offering a number of benefits.
Due to the high volume of candidates responding to our adverts unfortunately we are not always able to provide individual feedback. If you don't hear from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will however keep your details on file and you may be contacted about other opportunities in the future.
Manufacturing Engineer

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Manufacturing
**Job Description:**
**Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.**
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
**Job Title:** Manufacturing Engineer x 2
**Contract Type:** Permanent
**Location:** Peterlee, County Durham
**Salary:** £47,615 - £59,518 depending on experience
**Hours:** Full Time, Permanent, 36.5 hours per week
**Relocation:** Not supported with this role
**Closing Date:** 31st July 2025
**Benefits**
+ 25 days annual leave,
+ Up to 10% Bonus
+ Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%
+ Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.
+ Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase
+ 36.5hrs dayshift standard week.
+ Relocation/ sponsorship not supported with this role
**Caterpillar Peterlee**
Caterpillar Peterlee is the worldwide source of Cat® Articulated Trucks, currently producing a 7-model range used in many industries including mining, construction and aggregates.
The facility's manufacturing activities use the latest computer analysis techniques, robotic technology and a state-of-the-art paint plant. Machines from the site are shipped to customers around the world.
**Job Summary**
As a Manufacturing Engineer within the Team, you will have the opportunity to provide the technical expertise necessary to design, develop, and implement manufacturing systems, complex manufacturing operations and sophisticated tooling and machinery. You will contribute to the planning and delivery of projects, continually learn and stay abreast of innovative technology, mentor and coach team members, whilst broadening your professional network.
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**Additional Information**
+ Please note this role is based 100% on site.
+ Please note this role is Full Time, 36.5 hours per week, day shift.
+ Relocation/ sponsorship not supported with this role
**What You Will Do:**
+ Assignments include leading development of modern automated tool design, assembly, manufacturing processing, cost estimating, systems planning, layout, standards, releasing, etc. and requires the coordination of many disciplines.
+ Leads New Product/Process Introduction Programs (following Advanced Product Quality Planning), championing design for manufacture and utilising Virtual Product & Process Design, Development & Validation Processes and latest immersive CAVE Technology & Plant Simulation Tools.
+ Support the provision of new (or upgrade of) tooling, machines and equipment.
+ Coordinate acquisition and installation of new machines and equipment and process changes to provide most efficient and economical manufacture or assembly of quality parts.
+ Leading, developing and supporting Operation Excellence Lean Manufacturing ensuring optimum utilisation of equipment and space by coordinating the layout of areas such as production flow lines, product movement, material storage, assembly and test equipment to accommodate the changing production requirements.
+ Coordinates release dates and availability of new machines and equipment and material to maintain schedules and satisfy demand.
**What You Have**
+ Technical or university degree in an appropriate manufacturing engineering related field (or equivalent)
+ Thorough knowledge of manufacturing concepts.
+ Knowledge and experience of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
+ Analytical ability as well as excellent communication (Written, verbal and presentation) skills essential
+ Excellent team working and building skills and ability to build strong working relationships with personnel at all levels
**Top Candidates will also have:**
+ Familiar with company policies and procedures with a strong department background.
+ Thorough knowledge and/ or experience of fabrication and welding processes.
+ Previous experience in the implementation of New Product Introduction and Advance Product Quality Planning
+ Previous lean experience (factory & office based)
+ Able to build strong relationships with various stakeholders.
+ CE / PUWER Qualifications
+ Safety / Ergonomic Qualifications
+ Leadership Qualifications
+ APQP Qualifications
+ Previous 6 Sigma experience
+ ERP/SAP experience
**About Caterpillar**
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
**NB.** The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. #LI
**Posting Dates:**
July 16, 2025 - July 30, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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Manufacturing Operative
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Rewards and Benefits on Offer;
- Onsite parking
- On-going work in a secure industry
- Good location, and opportunities to progress within the company
- Opportunities for a permanent role after a 12 week probation period
- 28 days holiday per year
- Permanent Friday
The Hours Youll Work;
- Sunday to Thursday , 22:00pm to 06:00am
The Pay Youll Receive;
- £13.57 can increase
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Manufacturing Operative
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The Company:
- MTrec are currently recruiting for a renowned and respected manufacturing company based in the Hetton area. MTrec are currently looking for proactive individuals who are looking for an ongoing position which will become permanent after a successful probation period.
The Role:
- Daily meetings with the Team Leader or Supervisor to discuss workload.
- To help prioritise workloads within the De.
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Manufacturing Operative
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Rewards and Benefits on Offer
- All positions lead to a permanent contract after a successful probation period.
- Excellent company to work for massive opportunities for progression
- Exceptionally clean working environment
- Good transportation links
- Opportunities of a pay increase after completing your 12 week probation period
The Hours Youll Work
- Monday Thursday 06:00 am 14:00 pm / Friday 06:00 am 12:00p.
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Manufacturing Technician
Posted 5 days ago
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Rewards and Benefits on Offer;
- Opportunity for permanent contracts for the right person.
- Free onsite parking.
- 28-days holiday per year.
- Monday - Friday
The Hours Youll Work;
2 Shift
- Monday Friday 6am-2pm
- Monday Thursday 2pm-12am
3 Shift
- Monday Friday 6am-2pm
- Monday Friday 2pm-10pm
- Sunday - Friday - 10pm - 6am
The Pay Youll Receive;
- £14.04 per hour -(day shift)
- £4.04 per hour -(back shift)
- 5.87 per hour.
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Manufacturing Engineer
Posted 10 days ago
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We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources.
Rolls-Royce is a respected engineering organisation operating in many sectors including energy, aerospace, marine and defence. Our client pi.
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