87 Manufacturing jobs in Wales

Manufacturing Engineer - A350 Production Line

Broughton - Onsite working

12 month Contract

(Inside IR35)

36 p/h via an umbrella company

Double Day Shift Pattern (20% uplift on rate)

Alternating weeks of morning and afternoon Monday to Friday

Mornings - 6:00am - 1:10pm

Afternoons - 1:30pm - 8:40pm

An exciting opportunity to join a dynamic Manufacturing Engineering team supporting a fast-paced aerospace production environment. This role focuses on lineside support, driving continuous improvement, resolving technical issues, and enhancing production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide on-shift support for technical issues including missing parts, non-conformities, and tooling concerns.
• Lead and support improvement initiatives to optimize cycle time and operational efficiency.
• Manage out-of-cycle work orders and escalate unresolved issues to relevant support functions.
• Collaborate closely with production teams to ensure smooth operations and adherence to industrial excellence standards.
• Support capacity planning and skill development in response to production changes.

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 4 / HNC or equivalent (preferred)
• Background in Manufacturing Engineering
• Experience with CATIA and SAP is advantageous
• Basic understanding of aircraft build processes

Please apply now and a recruiter will contact you within 48 hours.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

Manufacturing Engineer

Carbon60 is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their clients dedicated team and contribute to the success of their aircraft assembly operations. Our client is a large aircraft manufacturer based in Broughton.

This role plays a crucial role in liaising with engineering and design teams to identify and resolve production-related issues. Your responsibilities will include controlling and maintaining consumable materials and tooling, collaborating with facilities and services to ensure adherence to service level agreements, and supporting safety compliance initiatives.

The ideal Enablement Support Team Member will possess a general knowledge of aircraft assembly tools and techniques, as well as experience in tooling and procedural documentation. You should also demonstrate practical competence in PC-based software and a solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles.

Key attributes for this role include:
- Innovation and problem-solving skills
- Strong direction and purpose
- Drive and commitment
- Effective communication abilities
- Customer-focused approach
- Excellent teamworking skills

• 12 month contract
• Umbrella rates of 30.88 per hour (PAYE rates also available)
• Overtime paid at premium rate
• Onsite at Broughton facility

If you are interested in this position, please apply with your updated CV and one of our consultants will review your application and be in touch.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Location: Broughton (Onsite Requirement)
Contract Duration: Until 01/10/2026 (with potential for extension) Inside IR35
Work Pattern: Double Day Shift (20% uplift on rate)

Week 1: 6:00am - 1:10pm
Week 2: 1:30pm - 8:40pm

Pay Rate before uplift
26.92/hour PAYE
36.00/hour Umbrella

Join the dynamic A350 Manufacturing Engineering team, supporting a fast-paced production line. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll be part of the lineside support team, driving continuous improvement, solving technical challenges, and enhancing cycle time and efficiency.

• Provide daily on-shift support for technical issues including missing parts, non-conformities, concessions, and tooling.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage out-of-cycle work orders and escalate unresolved issues.
• Collaborate with Work Prep, Maintenance, MAP, and Outstanding Work teams.
• Anticipate capacity fluctuations and support competence growth.
• Ensure adherence to operational processes and drive industrial excellence.

• Proven experience in manufacturing engineering (aviation preferred; global manufacturing acceptable).
• NVQ Level 4 / HNC or equivalent desirable.
• Familiarity with CATIA and SAP is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of aircraft build philosophy.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• Paid overtime available (25% Mon-Fri, 50% Sat-Sun for P Grade & below).

If you're ready to take on a hands-on engineering role in a world-class aerospace environment, apply now.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Role: Manufacturing Engineer
Salary: £38,000
Location: Wrexham 
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8am to 4:30pm | Fri 8am to 2:30pm

Overview: 

Our Client are looking for a maintenance engineer to join their maintenance team, providing professional and timely support for a range of mechanical equipment and control system maintenance tasks across the Wrexham site.

The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with production to ensure minimum disruption to production in the event of any down time of machinery by quick responses to equipment failures and regular PPM’s as a proactive measure.

This is a great opportunity for someone to join a successful, global business and become a key player in delivering against our ambitious growth plans.

Duties: 
• Adhere to all Health and Safety rules and practices when performing tasks, operating equipment and moving around the site, seeking guidance where needed.

• Follow established maintenance systems and procedures.

• Recommend, establish and implement effective preventative maintenance procedures for capital equipment where there do not currently exist.

• Support ongoing continuous improvement activities and business initiatives on site as part of the wider goal to move the business to a world class manufacturing / best practice environment. As an example, this will include using and participating in Lean techniques (5S, Kaizen) and internal initiatives of ThinkSAFE and Find it Fix it.

• To plan, schedule and undertake routine maintenance work as required and instructed.

• To support the Production team by responding quickly to reports of equipment breakdowns or failures and ensuring all repairs are undertaken effectively, with minimal disruption to normal production.

• To gain a comprehensive understanding of the PLC controlled, and other specialist equipment to provide full fault diagnosis, support and repair.

• To undertake critical spares analysis for key items of production equipment and to ensure that adequate stocks of spare components are maintained.

• Work as a member of the Maintenance team, providing out of normal production hours as and when necessary, to minimise disruption to production.

• Accurately record all assigned work orders.

• Perform any other duties necessary, as instructed by the Maintenance Manager or member of the site management team to carry out the job function and achieve department and Company objectives.

Requirements: 

• Possess GCSE grade 5 / C standard or above (or equivalent) in Math’s and English.

• Possess a formal qualification in an Engineering discipline (BTEC or equivalent) preferable or demonstrate significant work experience.

• Demonstrate prior completion of Health & Safety in the Workplace courses advantageous.

• Previous experience of mechanical repair of production equipment. Demonstrate a track record (5 years +) working within a manufacturing environment.

• Basic welding knowledge and working experience are advantageous.

• Experience of maintenance and repair of PLC control systems is advantageous.

• Experience of working within a team environment.

• Good computer skills. Able to use in-house maintenance systems to update / confirm tasks.

• Fluent Business English.

• Able to understand instructions, seek guidance and contribute to discussions

What a good candidate possesses: 
• Physically able to work with machinery and equipment safely.

• Attention to detail. Able to follow instructions and adhere to health, safety and environment rules and procedures.

• Able to manage own time and be proactive to resolve problems and produce high quality work within defined deadlines.

• Organised and able to prioritise. Able to plan, organise and prioritise tasks to complete within a defined time. Can create focus and remove roadblocks.

• Analytical in approach to problem solving.

• Good communicator. Able to listen to instructions, share and explain information and work with others.

• Good interpersonal skills. Demonstrate ability to build relationships with others across functions. Gains trust and respect of others.

• Team player. Able to collaborate with others and work together to deliver.

• Willing and able to develop knowledge and skills to support role responsibilities.

• Focused on meeting on customer needs and always working to continuously improve the status quo and contribute to moving the business forward.

• Able to work flexibly and use skills to adapt to different tasks and activities.

• Positive attitude, with “can-do” approach. Is action orientated and has energy to complete

Benefits: 

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

• Eligibility to participate in UK Goal Share Plan

• Company pension plan

• Life insurance

• Company sick pay

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Cash healthcare plan

• LinkedIn Learning licence

• Free parking available on site

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Manufacturing Manager
Bridgend, South Wales
Salary up to £75,000 plus benefits

Are you a proven Manufacturing Manager with a passion for driving operational excellence?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturer in the packaging sector and play a pivotal role as part of the Senior Leadership Team.

The Role
As Manufacturing Manager, you’ll take ownership of production, engineering, and factory operations.
Reporting directly to the MD, you’ll lead from the front to deliver against key KPIs and help shape the future direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead production, engineering and factory teams to deliver outstanding performance
• Drive efficiencies across the site, reducing downtime, waste and costs
• Implement lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and automation initiatives
• Manage CAPEX programmes and preventative maintenance strategies
• Set and monitor production KPIs, ensuring OTIF delivery
• Develop and inspire teams through training, coaching and succession planning
• Work closely with commercial, supply chain and quality functions to ensure smooth operations
• Champion health & safety and compliance across the site

What we’re looking for:

• Experienced Manufacturing/Production Manager within packaging or wider FMCG
• Proven track record of leadership at senior level, ideally with engineering exposure
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, CI, TPM or similar methodologies
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery
• Excellent people leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

The Package:
Salary up to £75,000 plus benefits including 25 days holidays plus Bank Holidays, generous pension scheme, private healthcare scheme.

If you’re a results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Apply now to find out more.

Our client has an opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join them on a contract basis until October 2026. You will be part of a fast-moving team who deliver high quality Design Support to meet the needs of the Plant.

Role: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Broughton, Flintshire
Hours: 35 per week
Clearance: BPSS to start
Hourly Rate: 36 per hour per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35

What you'll be doing:

• Daily / on shift line side support to manage technical issues & continuous improvement: missing parts, non-conformities, concessions if applicable, outstanding work, maintenance, jigs & tools.
• Perform work order management for out of cycle work.
• Escalate recurrent issues & request support to the Work Prep, Maintenance, MAP & Outstanding Work support functions roles, if not manageable at level1.
• Support capacity management: anticipate capacity fluctuation to cover changes in the PLC (product life cycle situation) and grow competence.
  

Requirements:

• Desirable NVQ L4 / HNC or equivalent
• Background in Manufacturing Engineering
• Previous experience in a technical role using CATIA & SAP would be an advantage
• Basic level of understanding the Aircraft build philosophy

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply!

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Manufacturing Engineer - A350 Production Line

Broughton - Onsite working

12 month Contract

(Inside IR35)

36 p/h via an umbrella company

Double Day Shift Pattern (20% uplift on rate)

Alternating weeks of morning and afternoon Monday to Friday

Mornings - 6:00am - 1:10pm

Afternoons - 1:30pm - 8:40pm

An exciting opportunity to join a dynamic Manufacturing Engineering team supporting a fast-paced aerospace production environment. This role focuses on lineside support, driving continuous improvement, resolving technical issues, and enhancing production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide on-shift support for technical issues including missing parts, non-conformities, and tooling concerns.
• Lead and support improvement initiatives to optimize cycle time and operational efficiency.
• Manage out-of-cycle work orders and escalate unresolved issues to relevant support functions.
• Collaborate closely with production teams to ensure smooth operations and adherence to industrial excellence standards.
• Support capacity planning and skill development in response to production changes.

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 4 / HNC or equivalent (preferred)
• Background in Manufacturing Engineering
• Experience with CATIA and SAP is advantageous
• Basic understanding of aircraft build processes

Please apply now and a recruiter will contact you within 48 hours.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

Location: Broughton (Onsite Requirement)
Contract Duration: Until 01/10/2026 (with potential for extension) Inside IR35
Work Pattern: Double Day Shift (20% uplift on rate)

Week 1: 6:00am - 1:10pm
Week 2: 1:30pm - 8:40pm

Pay Rate before uplift
26.92/hour PAYE
36.00/hour Umbrella

Join the dynamic A350 Manufacturing Engineering team, supporting a fast-paced production line. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll be part of the lineside support team, driving continuous improvement, solving technical challenges, and enhancing cycle time and efficiency.

• Provide daily on-shift support for technical issues including missing parts, non-conformities, concessions, and tooling.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage out-of-cycle work orders and escalate unresolved issues.
• Collaborate with Work Prep, Maintenance, MAP, and Outstanding Work teams.
• Anticipate capacity fluctuations and support competence growth.
• Ensure adherence to operational processes and drive industrial excellence.

• Proven experience in manufacturing engineering (aviation preferred; global manufacturing acceptable).
• NVQ Level 4 / HNC or equivalent desirable.
• Familiarity with CATIA and SAP is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of aircraft build philosophy.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• Paid overtime available (25% Mon-Fri, 50% Sat-Sun for P Grade & below).

If you're ready to take on a hands-on engineering role in a world-class aerospace environment, apply now.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Manufacturing Manager
Bridgend, South Wales
Salary up to £75,000 plus benefits

Are you a proven Manufacturing Manager with a passion for driving operational excellence?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturer in the packaging sector and play a pivotal role as part of the Senior Leadership Team.

The Role
As Manufacturing Manager, you’ll take ownership of production, engineering, and factory operations.
Reporting directly to the MD, you’ll lead from the front to deliver against key KPIs and help shape the future direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead production, engineering and factory teams to deliver outstanding performance
• Drive efficiencies across the site, reducing downtime, waste and costs
• Implement lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and automation initiatives
• Manage CAPEX programmes and preventative maintenance strategies
• Set and monitor production KPIs, ensuring OTIF delivery
• Develop and inspire teams through training, coaching and succession planning
• Work closely with commercial, supply chain and quality functions to ensure smooth operations
• Champion health & safety and compliance across the site

What we’re looking for:

• Experienced Manufacturing/Production Manager within packaging or wider FMCG
• Proven track record of leadership at senior level, ideally with engineering exposure
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, CI, TPM or similar methodologies
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery
• Excellent people leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

The Package:
Salary up to £75,000 plus benefits including 25 days holidays plus Bank Holidays, generous pension scheme, private healthcare scheme.

If you’re a results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Apply now to find out more.