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We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Manufacturing Technician to join our client's pharmaceutical production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting manufacturing and quality control processes within a regulated laboratory environment. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to expand experience within highly advanced pharmaceutical operation and is prepared to work in a cleanroom environment and ensure compliance with cGMP regulations at all times.

The ideal candidate will therefore have a pharmaceutical background and have ideally gained experience within a cGMP, FDA and MHRA regulated environment.

The shift pattern is weekly rotating day shift and afternoon shift, Monday to Friday. You will be expected to work 37.5 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture of high end consumable products for commercial and clinical trial applications. Ensuring all activities are undertaken in accordance with cGMP, Health and Safety standards, and current SOPs
• Recording data appropriately in batch records and supporting documentation
• Maintaining hygiene standards in all production areas
• Supporting production activities through each stage of the manufacturing process (cleaning, mix preparation, capsule filling and sorting, blister and bottle packing)
• Set-up, operation and strip down of modern high speed production equipment
• Working flexibly within a team to ensure adherence to the production schedule
• Maintaining personal training records

Qualifications

• Previous experience of pharmaceutical manufacturing or working in a cleanroom environment
• Be conscientious and have a good eye for detail - to conduct quality checks and ensure data is accurately recorded
• Be flexibile - to ensure production output and client demands
• Have a high degree of integrity - to maintain compliance with GMP regulations
• Be reliable, and able to make a positive contribution to the production team
• Previous cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) experience
• Good practical skills
• Demonstrates good literacy and numeracy skills

Required:

• Able to communicate well via written media with specific emphasis on report writing
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• High attention to detail
• Must have a keen interest in Life Sciences/Pharma industries

Computer skills:

Must be competent in the use of MS Office, particularly Excel and Word.

Literacy and Numeracy:

Must have excellent communication skills particularly, written English and interpretation and Maths.

Please note: Only candidates with permanent Right to Work in the UK will be considered.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan with Bupa
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Generous leave entitlement of 33 days per annum
• A friendly and focused working environment
• Career development opportunities
• Potential job share
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

This role provides an engaging environment for individuals committed to scientific excellence and quality assurance. Candidates should demonstrate a strong work ethic, analytical mindset, and the ability to follow detailed procedures meticulously.

Please email your CV or apply through this website.

Raytheon in Livingston, United Kingdom, is seeking an Equipment Engineer to join a growing manufacturing team. You will repair, maintain and calibrate equipment in the production areas and take a lead role in troubleshooting to maximise availability and performance.

We expect a HND in engineering with 5+ years’ experience, strong communication, and the ability to work flexibly across shifts. The role offers site-based work with a supportive, safety-focused culture.

Production Operator
Location: Starlaw Business Park, Livingston
Salary: 25,500 per annum
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Full-Time, 4-Day Rotational Shift Pattern (Enjoy a long weekend every second week)

Blue Arrow is currently recruiting for an Production Operator on behalf of a Blue Arrow manufacturing client based in Livingston.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy manufacturing environment with the potential to secure a permanent position. Working as part of the operations team, you will support manufacturing, goods-in and dispatch activities while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and productivity.

• Operating and monitoring manufacturing and warehouse equipment
• Following standard operating procedures and quality standards
• Completing processing and production documentation
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised work environment
• Driving forklifts where qualified and required
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and overall team performance

• Previous manufacturing, warehouse or logistics experience is advantageous but not essential
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Rotating weekly:

• Monday - Thursday, 7:00am - 5:00pm
• Tuesday - Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm

Enjoy a long weekend every second week.

If you're looking for a new opportunity within a manufacturing environment and want to develop your skills with the potential for a permanent role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this fantastic opportunity with this Blue Arrow client.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Operations Director - Manufacturing

£85,000pa

Blackburn

Permanent

Are you a hands-on operational leader with a track record of driving high-performing teams and delivering results in fast-paced manufacturing environments? We're looking for a dynamic Operations Director to lead and elevate our clients Production and Supply Chain. This is working for a fast growing business on a growth trajectory, so it is a really exciting time to join the business and really make an impact.

• Lead and inspire all operations, including Production, Mixing, Planning, Purchasing, Goods In, and Stock Control.
• Drive efficiency, performance, and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
• Ensure production meets output, quality, and safety standards every day.
• Maintain accurate inventory control and manage ageing or obsolete stock proactively.
• Monitor and report on operational KPIs, ensuring continuous performance improvements.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) results and operational excellence.
• Plan and manage resources effectively to meet business demand and support growth.
• Oversee procurement and supply of materials, packaging, and operational consumables.
• Champion compliance with Health & Safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing operational teams, shaping the culture of excellence.

• Proven senior leadership experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or production environments.
• Strong experience managing large, fast-paced operational teams.
• Expertise across manufacturing operations, planning, inventory management, and purchasing.
• Commercially aware with the ability to analyse performance and implement improvements.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Hands‑on, proactive, and solutions‑focused mindset.
• Ability to thrive and make an impact in a rapidly evolving business environment.

In return, you will receive a competitive package and the chance to join an exciting, fast‑paced business who are looking to continue the growth they have enjoyed in recent years. There is really opportunity to influence and help shape the Operations within the business to contribute towards achieving business objectives.

Interested in this role? Please click apply now!

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Production Operatives - Livingston (Deans Industrial Estate)

We are currently recruiting for Production Operatives to join our client in Livingston.

Shift Pattern:

• Rotating 3-shift system
• Days: 6am - 2pm
• Backs: 2pm - 10pm
• Nights: 10pm - 6am

Candidates must be able to work all three shifts on a rotational basis.

Pay Rate:

• 13.65 per hour for day and back shifts
• Night shift premium of 3.76 per hour, taking the night shift rate to 17.41 per hour

This is an excellent opportunity with a well-established manufacturing business. Ideally, candidates will have previous production or manufacturing experience and be available to start as soon as possible.

Salary: Circa 40,000 - 41,000, rising to 46,000 - 48,000 after 3 months
Working Hours: 3 Shift Pattern (Days/Backs/Nights), moving to a 4 on, 4 off Continental Shift Pattern after training.
Commutable from: Edinburgh, Livingston, Dunfermline and surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent position with a world-class engineering business offering long-term stability, genuine career progression and excellent earning potential.

Following an initial three-month training period on a rotating days/backs/nights shift pattern, you'll move onto a 4 on, 4 off continental shift pattern, increasing your salary to circa 46,000 - 48,000 per annum.

Working within a busy manufacturing environment, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality welded components to exact engineering standards using a range of welding processes.

• Carry out MIG, TIG and ARC welding on a variety of metal components and fabrications.
• Assemble and weld components in line with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Set up and operate welding equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet quality and customer standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.
• Follow all health, safety and quality procedures.

• Previous experience as a Welder within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Experience with MIG, TIG and ARC welding.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Welding qualifications or a relevant apprenticeship are essential
• Flexible approach to shift working.

• Permanent role with a globally recognised manufacturer.
• Excellent career progression and ongoing training.
• Modern manufacturing facility.
• Long-term job security within the defense manufacturing sector.

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role due to the nature of the work within the industry

Interviews will be held mid-August.

Raytheon UK is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer based in Livingston to support Raytheon sites, functions and customers. You will develop innovative manufacturing solutions and drive efficiency from early customer engagement through to volume production.

Applicants should have a degree in engineering, strong AutoCAD/simulation skills, and experience with Lean/Six Sigma. The role offers a competitive package and flexible working arrangements across site, hybrid or remote options.

Connect Appointments is recruiting a Welder/Fabricator to join a globally recognised manufacturing business based in Livingston.

Our client is a well-established international manufacturer with a modern, well-organised workshop and a strong team culture.

What's on offer?

• Full-time permanent position
• Monday to Thursday, 6am to 4pm
• 16 per hour + 1,000 sign-on bonus
• Salary sacrifice pension matched up to 8%
• Bonus scheme and company sick pay
• Group life insurance and retail discount scheme

As a Welder/Fabricator, your duties will include:

• TIG and MIG welding across a variety of fabrication projects
• Reading and working from detailed engineering drawings
• Working on general sheet metal and light fabrication work
• Using hand and power tools to trim, cut and fit components
• Adhering to all health and safety procedures at all times

To be considered as a Welder/Fabricator, you will need:

• A minimum of 2 years experience as a Welder/Fabricator in a manufacturing environment
• Proven TIG and MIG welding skills
• The ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
• A valid driving licence is preferred but not essential

Interested in this Welder/Fabricator role? Apply now or call us on (phone number removed).

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