24 Manufacturing jobs in Yate

GMP Recruitment are proud to be partnered with a Tewkesbury based manufacturing company. We are recruiting an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to work on projects related to the improving productivity of machines and processes, onsite.

This is a full time, permanent role that requires an experienced engineer with a methodical and practical approach to problem solving, with experience of undertaking projects which improve the efficiency of a process.

You will receive a salary of 40-50K, pending relevant experience plus excellent company benefits.

Manufacturing Engineer main duties:

• Drive process efficiency by reducing waste, minimising cycle times, and cutting machine downtime.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers to ensure a seamless transition from design concept to prototype production and into full-scale manufacturing.
• Work alongside the design team to enhance the manufacturability of existing products.
• Support the product development phase by ensuring Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles are applied effectively.
• Prepare and maintain accurate machine routing documentation and process records.
• Train, mentor, and monitor machine shop operators to ensure best practices are followed.
• Develop, optimise, and continuously improve production processes for both new and existing products

Required skills and experience:

• Proven experience in delivering projects aimed at improving process efficiency.
• Skilled in setting and programming a variety of CNC machines.
• Strong technical and practical problem-solving abilities.
• Relevant industry experience is essential.
• Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles, including Kaizen, continuous improvement, and Design for Manufacture (DFM), ideally gained within a medium-volume, high-quality manufacturing environment.
• Broad background in electro-mechanical product development, manufacturing, and testing.
• Ability to confidently read and interpret complex electro-mechanical technical drawings.
• Experience in training, mentoring, and supporting machine operators.

An immediate start can be available for the successful candidate.

If the above position sounds perfect for you or you require more information, click apply or contact GMP Recruitment directly for more information.

GMP Recruitment are recruiting for this role on behalf of their client and are acting as an Employment Agency.

Manufacturing Manager, Salary: Up to £47,500 + excellent package, Based; Avonmouth, Bristol

We have an exciting opportunity for Manufacturing Manager to join a leading organisation.

Candidates will need to have proven experience in a Manufacturing Manager / Production Manager / Operations Manager / Workshop Manager, or similar role with a track record of delivering on targets, quality, process (lean.

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Quality Control Inspector - FTC (6 months) 

Business Need / Purpose of Role:

Responsible for performing various inspection tasks within the Company under the instruction of the Inspection Team Leader whilst working with your colleagues in the inspection team to ensure conformance to Company standards, specifications, and drawings.

Responsibilities and Specific Accountabilities

But not limited to:

    Primary Tasks

• The ability to cover the inspection of products and processes relating to all aspects of quality control with the Company.
• To ensure the conformance of products and processes to relevant specifications and standards and complete and maintain accurate documentation in a timely manner according to the Company requirements.
• Timely Inspections
• Dimensional Reports (where applicable)
• To raise non-conformance reports where any items or processes do not conform to standards or specifications/drawings.
• Using recognised quality control measuring techniques / equipment where manufacturing processes are tightly controlled to ensure the products meet agreed standards.
• Responsible for ensuring that good housekeeping is maintained within all areas.
• To support the promotion of continuous improvement processes within the inspection team for the benefit of the Company (under the supervision of the Inspection Team Leader and / or UK QHSE Lead).
• Ensure all quality control measuring equipment is in calibration when used.
• Provide status updates if / when required efficiently, effectively and in a timely manner.
• Perform any other duty as reasonably requested by the Inspection Lead and / or UK QHSE Lead to ensure the objectives of Inspection Team and the expectations of the customer are met.

• NDE Reports
• Manufacturing Route Cards
• Goods Receiving Notes
• Non-conformance reports
• Work instructions / procedures
• Raw materials certification
• Calibration of inspection equipment
• Factory Acceptance Test Certificates
• Hydrostatic Test inspection

Education and/or Experience:

• Time Server Apprentice
• Engineering qualification is essential, preferably ONC, HNC or equivalent.
• Qualified in DPI, MPI, UT is desirable.
• Experience in PMI, Ferrite & Hardness Testing is desirable.
• Work to high standards of quality, within a strong safety culture and a good working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 is desirable.

• Fully experienced with all inspection / measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers, thread gauges and hardness checking equipment.
• Fully experienced in reading and understanding Engineering drawings (component and assembly).
• Experience of using a Co-ordinate Measuring Machine (manual & CNC) and / or Inspection Arm is desirable.
• Conversant with materials certification.

My client based in Stonehouse, Gloucester is currently in need of a QC Inspector due to ongoing project expansions.

Job Summary: 

Are you an experienced QC Inspector looking for a full-time, permanent opportunity with a reputable and growing manufacturer? Do you thrive in a quality-focused environment, with strong attention to detail and excellent knowledge of inspection processes and engineering standards?

My client are world leaders in design and manufacturing for the oil and gas, renewables, chemicals, and energy/power generation industries. They are a successful engineering business who is looking to add a skilled Quality Control Inspector to their team to support ongoing production and quality assurance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and quality assurance activities across Goods Inwards, Despatch, and Work-In-Process areas.
li>Ensure materials received and despatched meet required standards and specifications.
• Use contract-specific Inspection and Test Plans (I&TPs) to inspect components, assemblies, and packages.
• Complete inspections using Faro 3D CMM and standard mechanical measurement tools.
• Perform quality assessments of painted and welded components.
• Identify and document deficiencies and non-conformances.
• Manage the instrument calibration system and maintain accurate records.
• Liaise with internal teams to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

• General education to GCSE/A-Level standard 
li>HNC/D in Mechanical Engineering, City & Guilds or equivalent  li>Quality-related qualifications (e.g., CSWIP 3.0, PCN) 

Experience & Knowledge

li>Previous experience in a QC Inspection role within a Manufacturing or Engineering environment  li>Familiarity with Metrology, Calibration, and use of Faro Arm CMM  li>Understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, and relevant standards (API, ISO, PED) 

Skills & Attributes

li>Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy  li>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal  li>Good computer literacy and numeracy  li>Problem-solving mindset and ability to evaluate technical issues  li>Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage workload  li>Resilient, self-motivated, and adaptable to change  li>Ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Benefits: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), Bonus Scheme, Government Pension Scheme, Healthcare Scheme, Life Assurance, Income Protection, flexible holiday trading, free onsite parking.

Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 5:00pm, Friday 8:30am – 1:00pm

Location: Stonehouse (moving to Gloucester area in 2025)
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Please respond with an up to date CV to be considered.
 

• Work closely with design, R&D, and production teams to ensure Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles are applied from prototype through to production.
• Create and maintain work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and production documentation.
• Conduct root cause analysis and drives corrective actions for manufacturing issues.
• Lead tooling, jigs, and fixture design to support efficient and repeatable assembly operations.
• Develop and implement robust manufacturing processes for low-volume, high-performance EV components and assemblies.

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering within automotive, motorsport, aerospace, or other high-performance engineering environments.
• Experience overseeing and documenting the build of a new product.
• High value, high complexity & low volume electromechanical assembly experience.
• Strong understanding of assembly processes, quality control, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with CAD and manufacturing process simulation tools.

Job Title: Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Location: Bath/Bristol

Role: Permanent Full time

Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum

Reporting to the Head of Quality, this role exists to improve the end-to-end supply chain quality performance of specific assigned suppliers and internal products or services. This includes: the management of supplier concerns; participation in and the leading of APQP activities both internally and external with customers and suppliers; leading problem resolution and other continuous improvement initiatives and activities.

Key Responsibilities – Manufacturing Quality Engineer

• Devise and own specific elements of the quality improvement road map. Support the implementation and subsequently maintain systems and procedures to ensure continued compliance withAS9100/ISO9001 Quality system and any project specific Quality requirements.

• Lead the implementation of specific, focussed ‘Quality Improvement Programmes’ to deliver year-on-year QCD improvements, utilising KPI analysis, Pareto, FMEA and other relevant tools and techniques.

• Record and generate supplier quality performance figures for the review of the Senior Management Team.

• Supporting the successful implementation and delivery of specific Advanced Production Quality Plans for New Product Introduction.

• Reviews and Map processes; support introduction of robust processes by utilising techniques such as PFMEA’s and subsequently control the processes using Control Plans etc

• Preparation and submission of specific Quality Approval documentation (FAI and/or PPAP submission) to customers.

• Working closely with Supply Chain Management, Engineering. Manufacturing and Programme Management on supplier selection for new products and services.

• Approving new products and services in line with Company procedures.

• Lead all activities associated with specific non confirming product containment incidents, finding root causes and ensuring robust and rigorous problem resolution.

• Ensuring the supply chain fully confirms and is compliant with the QMS.

• Take part in supplier visits and audits as required.
• Utilise R & R studies and SPC as the basis for driving on-going process improvements.

• Support design reviews and cost estimation activities as necessary.

• Where necessary support off site (UK and overseas) visits and manufacturing activities.

• Supervise and co-ordinate subcontract Manufacturing Engineering activities.

• Supervise and co-ordinate Central Inspection priorities and activities.

• Management of gauge calibration.

Qualifications & Requirements – Manufacturing Quality Engineer

• Minimum HNC/Degree in Engineering or Business-related discipline (or equivalent)
• Experience gained in a manufacturing quality or supply chain quality environment, preferable in high volume manufacturing business to set the right standard.
• Experience of Quality Improvement programmes, Pareto, PFMEA or similar continuous improvement initiatives to drive quality improvements.
• Experience of utilising APQP tools and techniques.
• Experienced in the use and construction of PFMEA’s, Control Plans and FAI Reports.
• Extensive experience of statistical analysis, process capability and problem resolution tools (8D, 5 Why, 6 Sigma etc) and techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001 to comply with company processes.
• A team player with the ability to work on own initiative, and able to influence others by demonstrating a positive “can do” attitude.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work at pace in a multi-project environment.
• Ability to obtain SC clearance.

The post holder will desirably have, or will be able to develop:

• Knowledge and understanding of the challenges of technology development, new product development and new product introduction projects.
• Familiarity with multinational projects subject to US ITAR and UK export legislation.
• Experience in the use of industrial MRP, MRP –II or ERP tools, ideally Syteline.
• Knowledge of TS 16949 and ISO14001 standards optional.

What we can offer – Manufacturing Quality Engineer

• Up to £43,000 per annum basic salary
• Pension – 5% matched contribution (up to 8% matched)
• Life Cover
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Simply Health cover
• Company bonus scheme
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

For more information on this role, please contact Paul Furlong on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

Candidates who are currently a Quality Engineer, Quality Technician, Quality Inspector or Manufacturing Engineer may be suitable for this position

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Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Pucklechurch

50,000 - 60,000

Due to exciting expansion, a rapidly growing, high-tech company, is looking for aSenior Manufacturing Engineer to join their thriving engineering business in Bristol.

Your role will involve:

• Managing roadmap projects to improve capacity and capability.
• Communicating, documenting and reporting on work to the wider company.
• Facilitating good design for manufacturability by collaborating with the product design team.
• Design of fixtures and tools for medium-volume manufacturing.
• Developing predictable manufacturing processes using preventative, predictive, active, and informative controls.
• Running a tender process for new machines.
• Working with suppliers and integrators to develop robust manufacturing processes.
• Defining requirements for factory and site acceptance tests for new machines and managing/taking ownership until completion.
• CNC programming for medium volume manufacturing.
• Cutting tool selection and running machining trials.

Essential Requirements:

• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent practical experience.
• At least one year's worth of experience in manufacturing in at least one of our core processes: 3D metal printing, turning, milling, grinding, honing or assembly and test.
• Ability to work with digital tools, including high computer literacy and familiarity with Office and databases.
• Good understanding of manufacturing capability by process.
• Solid foundation in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Organized and detail oriented with strong and structured problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in setting up new processes.
• Proficient in using a CAD package.

The salary on offer is between 50,000 - 60,000

Please apply for more details.

Contracts Engineer (Manufacturing)
Competitive Salary + Hybrid + 25 Days Holiday + Company Bonus
Coleford

Are you a Contracts or Project Engineer from an Engineering background looking for a varied, office-based role for a market-leading manufacturer, who will invest into your career through ongoing training and clear development paths?

Are you looking to join a company who will value your efforts, where you will be given responsibility, recognition, and flexibility in working?

In this role you will be handling service and repair jobs for clients across the UK, developing reports and quotations, and ensuring cost requirements are met. You will be focusing heavily on industrial equipment supplying into the Oil & Gas and Energy sectors.

This manufacturing company are leaders in their specialist sector, with hundreds of employees worldwide and a turnover of 80 million. They pride themselves on their extremely low turnover of staff due to internal promotions, making this a great opportunity to propel your long-term career.

This role would suit a Contracts or Project Engineer from an Engineering background who wants their career to be developed in a large, market-leading company who invest into their staff.

The Role:

• Handling repair and servicing jobs from enquiry until completion
• Managing reports, quotations, and ensuring the cost requirements are met
• Liaising with internal departments and using SAP
• Monday to Friday, 8/9am - 4/5pm, finish early on Friday
• Office based, 1 day a week working from home

The Person:

• Contracts / Project Engineer or similar
• Engineering background

Reference: BBBH20751

Engineering, Engineer, Manufacturing, Industrial, Contract, Contracts, Project, PM, Projects, Cost, Costs, Coleford, Chepstow, Gloucester

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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