Engineering & Technical

Engineering Test Manager South Wales Contract - 6 months Yolk Recruitment is partnered with a well-established engineering business looking for a Contract Engineering Test Manager for a 6 month contract leading an Engineering test lab and team. You'll play a role in overseeing oversee test and development projects and ensure the smooth running of a busy engineering test laboratory environment, supporting the development of new products with test and validation activities. This is what you'll be doing Planning and overseeing test and development work in an R&D Test Lab, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to the right standard Leading and managing a small team of technicians Planning and coordinating test activities for prototypes, validation and customer programmes. Producing verification plans, test plans, procedures, and schedules The experience you'll bring to the team Background in an engineering laboratory or test environment. Experience of hydraulics and/or electro-hydraulics Knowledge of data acquisition systems and test processes. Practical mindset, confident in planning work, solving problems, and making improvements. Apply now to find out more.

Production Supervisor - Food £42,000 - £46,000 North Yorkshire Yolk Recruitment is exclusively partnered with this award-winning food manufacturer in their search for a Production Supervisor to take ownership of a busy, short term operation through the company's peak period. This is an ideal role for a Production Team Leader, Production Supervisor or Production Manager to join a high growth organisation with multiple sites in a commutable distance, this Fixed Term Contract will give exposure to a world class operation and access to other opportunities in the group. This is a hands on leadership role, working a day shift Monday-Friday you'll lead a small production team of 10-15 to deliver consistent output safety and qualify performance in a fast moving environment. You'll coordinate people, materials and process to ensure production runs to plan. What you'll be doing Lead daily production activities, ensuring schedules and targets are met Supervise, coach and motivate a team of around a dozen operators Monitor performance and respond quickly to downtime or bottlenecks Ensure compliance with H&S, food safety and quality standards Manage labour allocation and coordinate with planning and warehouse teams Maintain accurate production records and support continuous improvement activity What you'll bring Experience leading teams in food manufacturing or FMCG Able to analyse and present Key Performance Indicators Familiarity with WMS and inventory control Experience of coldstore environment advantageous What you'll get in return Salary between £42,000 - £46,000 Flexible benefits package Supportive, well organised manufacturing envirnm4nt with clear expectations Further career opportunities Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Senior EHS Coordinator £50,000 + DOE. Yolk Recruitment is supporting an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior EHS Coordinator to join a well-established and innovative manufacturing site based in Exeter. This is a full-time, permanent role where you'll take the lead on EHS compliance, deliver critical training and development, and play a key part in shaping a strong safety culture. If you're passionate about health, safety, sustainability, and making a real impact, this could be your next move. As the Senior EHS Coordinator, you'll lead on all aspects of environmental, health, and safety at a high-performing manufacturing plant. From overseeing compliance and risk assessments to driving behavioural safety and managing occupational health programmes, you'll play a hands-on role in ensuring a safe, sustainable and legally compliant workplace. Key responsibilities: Ensure full compliance with UK EHS legislation and internal company standards. Provide technical support and advice on all Environmental, Health and Safety matters. Design and deliver EHS training: risk assessments, toolbox talks, permits to work, and emergency procedures. Maintain accurate training records, compliance matrices, and surveillance schedules. Lead internal audits and support external regulatory audits. Manage occupational health programs and liaise with service providers. Maintain and develop COSHH management systems and procedures. Support and develop a network of shopfloor EHS Coordinators across the site. Report, investigate, and act on incidents, near misses, and safety concerns. Lead and participate in the site emergency response team. Maintain legal compliance documentation including H&S Legal Register and risk assessments. Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Engineering, HR, Operations, and more. Engage with external stakeholders such as contractors, regulators, councils, and insurance bodies. And this is what you'll need: Experience in EHS roles within engineering or manufacturing sectors. NEBOSH Certificate. Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. And this is what you'll get: WPA Health Cash Back Plan AXA private healthcare. Life Assurance (up to 6x annual salary) Pension salary sacrifice scheme (up to 10% through salary sacrifice) If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to succeed as Senior EHS Coordinator, apply now. Please note: Whilst we do our best to contact all applicants, due to the high volume of applications, we cannot guarantee contact for every role. If you have not heard from us within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Mechanical Development Engineer South Wales £40,000 - £50,000 + benefits Yolk Recruitment is exclusively partnered with an established and growing engineering business, part of a global group investing heavily in its UK design and development operations, to recruit a Development Engineer for a collaborative and forward-thinking R&D function. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer to play a key role in testing, validating, and improving complex mechanical and mechatronic systems used in demanding, high-performance applications. You'll work at the intersection of design, analysis and production - helping to turn innovative concepts into reliable, proven products. This is what you'll be doing Planning and carrying out development and validation testing on new and existing products Gathering, analysing and interpreting performance data to support engineering decisions Producing clear technical documentation and detailed test reports for internal and external use Supporting New Product Development (NPD) activity from concept through to production release Contributing to DFMEA, DFM and DFA reviews and helping to resolve technical challenges Working collaboratively with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to optimise performance and reliability Occasionally visiting group or customer sites to support testing and development programmes The experience you'll bring to the team HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience) Experience within a product development, validation, or test environment Confidence interpreting drawings, schematics and technical documentation Ability to analyse data, perform engineering calculations, and communicate findings clearly Practical mindset, comfortable in both lab and workshop environments Self-motivated, methodical, and comfortable working as part of a cross-functional team And this is what you'll get in return Salary in the region of £40,000 - £50,000, depending on experience Excellent benefits package including pension, holidays and wider perks. Real technical variety, working on products from concept to production Long-term development and progression within a global engineering group Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now! *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities

NPI Project Engineer - Electrical/Electronics South Wales £32,000 - £36,000 + substantial pension, bonus, benefits package Yolk Engineering is exclusively managing a new opportunity with a growing advanced manufacturing business known for its next generation products, innovation in manufacturing and the employer of choice for any passionate Engineer. This is a high potential career opportunity working with cutting edge technologies in a future proof field. An exciting new role in a growing team that combines NPI, project management, design-level product knowledge and hands-on bench skills, and will give you an end to end view of the product lifecycle and the opportunity to develop your expertise and career in a supportive and collaborative environment. You'll need electrical/electronic knowledge and will have an understanding of how a product is manufactured. A familiarity with software is advantageous, as is exposure to project management, either through leading projects yourself or exposure to PM tools and processes. You'll need to be comfortable on the bench, analytically, and working with others. What you'll be doing You'll work in a collaborative team responsibel for quickly understading new products, supporting their introduction, from development stage feedback to technical support in full manufacturing flow. Every day's different, but activities include: Leading and coordinating new product introductions - chairing meetings, planning timelines, managing actions and acting as the technical lead from concept to manufacture. Taking ownership of product-related issues - fault-finding down to component level, carrying out root cause analysis, and implementing robust countermeasures. Working closely with design authorities to support product improvements and guide design-for-manufacture decisions. Providing day-to-day technical support, becoming the go-to expert for your allocated product or technology. Getting involved in everything from installing new equipment and mentoring apprentices, to educating others in your specialist area and identifying ways to improve process and quality. Depending on business needs and your own abilities the split of work can vary, at times more focused on NPI, at others on technical support and problem-solving. There's structure in working to strong process frameworks but once fully embedded in your role you'll be in control of your day, trusted to direct your own activities to support your department and company's objectives. What we're looking for A background in electrical or electronic engineering - either through education or strong hands-on experience. Practical bench skills, including diagnostic and fault-finding experience. An understanding of project management principles - including planning, coordination, and communicating across departments. Someone who works well with others but also thrives with independence and freedom to make decisions. Comfortable dealing with people at all levels and confident presenting Knowledge of Six Sigma / Lean methodologies is advantageous Familiarity with structured problem-solving techniques (e.g. 8D, DMAIC, KT) is advantageous. An interest in next-gen electronics, embedded tech or AI - a natural curiosity and passion for learning. And this is what you'll get in return Salary depending on experience Substantial company pension Private healthcare Annual company bonus 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays Significant training resources and time given for development Proven progression opportunities Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this Project Engineer role apply now. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Technical Sales Manager Up to £120,000 + bonus + car allowance Yolk Recruitment is supporting a world-class engineering business in their search for a Technical Sales Manager. This organisation delivers specialist processes and advanced engineering solutions to industries including aerospace, defence, automotive, energy, and medical technologies. With a strong reputation for technical innovation and engineering excellence, they provide critical solutions that improve performance, reliability, and safety across complex industrial applications. This is an exciting opportunity to lead regional sales growth, manage a high-performing team, and shape commercial strategy while working closely with technical experts and global customers. We are particularly interested in speaking to commercially driven leaders who bring a strategic mindset and technical depth whether you are an experienced Technical Sales Manager or currently operating at Director level. This position will suit someone who thrives on building trusted customer partnerships in complex engineering markets, and who can drive long-term growth as well as lead teams with vision and credibility. Key responsibilities: Develop and execute regional sales strategies to achieve sustainable growth and exceed targets across engineering and advanced manufacturing markets. Design and implement pricing strategies that maximise competitiveness and profitability in technically demanding industries such as aerospace, defence, automotive, energy and medical. Identify and convert new business opportunities within complex engineering markets, ensuring strong pipeline management. Strengthen technical relationships with customers through site visits, presentations, product knowledge, and demonstrations of engineering solutions. Work cross-functionally with operations, quality, customer service, and technical experts to deliver robust, high-value solutions to customers. Monitor market trends, customer requirements and competitor activity within specialist engineering and manufacturing sectors to identify opportunities and risks. Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and networking forums, showcasing technical capability and expertise. Play a key role in budgeting and long-term strategic planning, informed by market insight and customer needs in advanced engineering industries. This is what you'll need: Proven experience in technical sales management or commercial leadership. Strong background in engineering, materials science, advanced manufacturing or industrial solutions. Ability to engage with technical decision-makers and understand complex customer requirements. Experience in pricing, contracts, and managing high-value agreements. Strong leadership and team development skills. Willingness to travel nationally and internationally. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Car allowance. Private medical insurance. Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Technical Sales Manager Up to £120,000 + bonus + car allowance Yolk Recruitment is supporting a world-class engineering business in their search for a Technical Sales Manager. This organisation delivers specialist processes and advanced engineering solutions to industries including aerospace, defence, automotive, energy, and medical technologies. With a strong reputation for technical innovation and engineering excellence, they provide critical solutions that improve performance, reliability, and safety across complex industrial applications. This is an exciting opportunity to lead regional sales growth, manage a high-performing team, and shape commercial strategy while working closely with technical experts and global customers. We are particularly interested in speaking to commercially driven leaders who bring a strategic mindset and technical depth whether you are an experienced Technical Sales Manager or currently operating at Director level. This position will suit someone who thrives on building trusted customer partnerships in complex engineering markets, and who can drive long-term growth as well as lead teams with vision and credibility. Key responsibilities: Develop and execute regional sales strategies to achieve sustainable growth and exceed targets across engineering and advanced manufacturing markets. Design and implement pricing strategies that maximise competitiveness and profitability in technically demanding industries such as aerospace, defence, automotive, energy and medical. Identify and convert new business opportunities within complex engineering markets, ensuring strong pipeline management. Strengthen technical relationships with customers through site visits, presentations, product knowledge, and demonstrations of engineering solutions. Work cross-functionally with operations, quality, customer service, and technical experts to deliver robust, high-value solutions to customers. Monitor market trends, customer requirements and competitor activity within specialist engineering and manufacturing sectors to identify opportunities and risks. Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and networking forums, showcasing technical capability and expertise. Play a key role in budgeting and long-term strategic planning, informed by market insight and customer needs in advanced engineering industries. This is what you'll need: Proven experience in technical sales management or commercial leadership. Strong background in engineering, materials science, advanced manufacturing or industrial solutions. Ability to engage with technical decision-makers and understand complex customer requirements. Experience in pricing, contracts, and managing high-value agreements. Strong leadership and team development skills. Willingness to travel nationally and internationally. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Bonus Car allowance. Private medical insurance. Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Quality Inspection Technician Llantrisant £30,300 Yolk Recruitment are managing an exciting new opportunity for someone with a background in Quality Control for a new opportunity with one of South Wales' leading manufacturing businesses. This is an excellent opportunity for you whether you're at the beginning of your career in this field or have more experience behind you as the team has capacity to train, develop and support, or provide more autonomy if you have the experience to take on more. This is a two shift role, working mornings and afternoons. This is what you'll be doing Carrying out visual inspection of finished product in line with customer specification Use of laboratory equipment such as viscometer, pH and density meters Documenting test results and maintaining traceability paperwork Updating the QMS and ERP systems Investigating nonconformances Communicating control results and decisions Problem solving to enhance product quality This is what you'll need Experience in Quality in food, medical or similar manufacturing environment, or a degree in related field Excellent communication skills and attention to detail Proven ability to learn internal quality standards Problem solving skills And this is what you'll get in return £30,300 inc shift allowance Company pension Onsite subsidised canteen 25 days holidays + bank holidays Occupation Health, Mental Health, Physical First Aid Proven professional and career development opportunities Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Role: Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Engineers Shift: Monday-Friday Days (07:00-15:00) with 1 in 5 weeks on PM shift Pay: Up to £45,000 Location: Plymouth Join a Global Leader in engineering. Are you an apprentice-trained or time-served Maintenance Engineer looking for your next long-term career move? Whether your strength is electrical fault-finding or mechanical rebuilds, this is a rare opportunity to join a world-class engineering manufacturer that has been pushing the boundaries of innovation for over 70 years. With a global turnover in the billions and supplying critical industries, this company continues to grow year on year, investing heavily in its people, facilities and advanced technology. Based in Plymouth, you'll be part of a strong and collaborative maintenance team, working in an environment where quality, safety and precision matter. This is what you'll be doing As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll play a vital role in keeping the site's specialist production equipment running at peak performance. Responsibilities include: Carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance across CNC machinery, furnaces, grinding machines and other high-spec manufacturing equipment. Troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems (control panels, PLCs, inverters, drives, sensors, safety systems) or mechanical systems (gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, pumps, compressors). Supporting new installations, upgrades, and modifications to improve reliability and efficiency. Working with colleagues across electrical and mechanical disciplines to resolve breakdowns and minimise downtime. Maintaining accurate technical records, drawings, and documentation. Contributing to continuous improvement projects and upholding high standards of H&S and compliance. What we're looking for Completed an engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification. Proven background in either mechanical or electrical maintenance within a manufacturing/industrial environment. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with PLCs and automated systems an advantage. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics. Flexible, team-focused approach with a drive for improvement. And this is what you'll get in return A competitive total salary of up to £45,000 Life assurance policy & Employee Assistance Programme. Retail discounts platform with access to 100+ high-street names. 25 days holiday + bank holidays. Enhanced overtime rates available. Subsidised canteen, free tea & coffee. Free on-site parking. A permanent role in a secure, well-invested global business with genuine long-term career prospects. Ready to take the next step? This is a fantastic opportunity for both Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Engineers to join a thriving, world-leading manufacturer in Plymouth. Are you what we're looking for? Get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter Liam Reid at Yolk Recruitment. 📩 Apply now with your CV - and don't forget, we also offer a referral scheme if you know someone who'd be a great fit.

Quality Engineer Up to £37,000 Are you a detail-oriented problem solver with a passion for quality and continuous improvement? Yolk Recruitment is supporting an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join a forward-thinking, high-performing team that drives excellence across manufacturing operations. In this role, you'll play a critical part in ensuring products meet the highest standards, improving processes, and delivering solutions that make a real impact on production efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction. You'll have the chance to collaborate with expert engineers, contribute to New Product Introductions, apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality methodologies to processes and product performance. If you're looking for a role where your insights are valued, your technical skills are developed, and your work directly supports operational success, this position could be for you! Key responsibilities: Take ownership of product and process quality across assemblies and manufacturing operations. Lead investigations into product or process issues and provide clear, actionable recommendations. Support New Product Introduction projects with effective quality planning. Develop and maintain in-process quality testing procedures to ensure consistency and reliability. Present quality metrics and progress updates to senior leadership. Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality methodologies to improve efficiency and yield. Collaborate with global teams, including visits to sister factories, to share knowledge and enhance quality performance. Work with engineers to implement practical solutions and process improvements. And this is what you'll need: Experience working in a similar or quality related role. Knowledge of quality tools. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Substantial company pension. Private medical insurance. A broad range of attractive perks. If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Key Information: Location: Port Talbot Salary: £49,000 Shifts: Continental Sector: High-Volume Manufacturing Join a Leading Manufacturer at the Forefront of High-Speed Production This is your opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer based in Port Talbot, this site is a hub of innovation, precision, and performance. The company is investing heavily in its people, processes, and technology, and is fast-paced, rewarding environment for skilled engineers. The culture here is built on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a shared commitment to excellence. Whether you're solving complex mechanical issues or contributing to long-term reliability strategies, your ideas and initiative will be valued and supported. This is what you'll be doing as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you'll be a key player in ensuring the smooth operation of high-speed, automated production lines: Conducting planned and reactive mechanical maintenance on a wide range of modern manufacturing equipment. Maintaining and fault finding on production machinery to minimise downtime and maintain production targets. Supporting continuous improvement initiatives by identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions. Upholding the highest standards of health, safety, and compliance in all maintenance activities. This is what you'll bring to the team experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or FMCG environment. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills under pressure. Familiarity with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems. A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement. communication and teamwork skills. This is what you'll get in return Competitive salary: £49,000 Panama shift pattern Access to state-of-the-art machinery and tools Ongoing training and development opportunities Ready to take your engineering career to the next level? If you're a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for a fresh challenge in a high-performance environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're the perfect fit for this role.

Health, Safety, Environmental and Facilities Manager Up to £50,000 Yolk Recruitment is proud to be exclusively supporting a leading manufacturing business in the recruitment of a Health, Safety, Environmental and Facilities Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced H&S professional to play a key role in driving health, safety, environmental compliance and facilities coordination at a busy production site. If you're passionate about safety culture, environmental standards, and keeping operations running smoothly, this could be the role for you. You'll oversee all HS&E compliance on site while also coordinating essential facilities management activities. You'll be the go-to person for H&S advice, policies, and audits, while also ensuring the smooth running of maintenance schedules, statutory inspections, and site services. Key responsibilities: Develop, implement, and maintain HS&E policies, procedures, and practices. Ensure compliance with all relevant H&S legislation and regulatory requirements. Provide professional H&S advice, guidance, and coaching to all levels of the business. Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, maintaining ISO45001 and ISO14001 certifications. Deliver H&S training and communications across the workforce. Analyse HS&E data, create reports, and ensure accurate record keeping. Promote a positive safety culture and continuous improvement ethos through the Health & Safety committee. Coordinate facilities and equipment maintenance across the site. Oversee internal maintenance schedules in collaboration with Production Planning. Liaise with equipment providers for servicing and breakdowns. Represent maintenance within production meetings. Manage statutory inspections (fire, electrical, etc.) and ensure site services and building fabric are maintained. This is what you'll need: NEBOSH qualified. Experience working within a manufacturing environment. Experience in facilities or maintenance coordination would be advantageous. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Early finish on Friday's. Death in service. Company bonus.

Role: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Shift: Monday to Friday - Days, 9-day fortnight Pay: £40,000 per annum Location: Weston-super-Mare Have you recently completed an apprenticeship or are you a time-served Mechanical Engineer with experience in hydraulics and rotating equipment? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Tier 1 supplier to household name brands, currently investing in its maintenance team. You'll be joining at an exciting time where you can make a real difference, with the autonomy to take ownership of your work and the support of a dedicated Maintenance Manager. This is what you'll be doing: The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the facility. Your main responsibility will be to carry out preventive and reactive maintenance on a range of equipment and machinery, minimising downtime and improving reliability. Responsibilities: Carry out planned preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and maintain production schedules. Respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns, stripping machinery to component level and replacing parts. Overhaul and replace bearings, seals, gearboxes, pumps, sprockets, and other rotating parts. Maintain and repair hydraulic systems including valves, actuators, and hoses. Support machinery moves, installations, and improvement projects. Work independently and collaboratively to troubleshoot faults and implement lasting fixes. Contribute to continuous improvement, reliability, and Health & Safety initiatives. Keep accurate records of maintenance activities and ensure compliance with company policies. Support the development of a proactive and efficient maintenance function. Qualifications: Apprentice-trained or time-served Mechanical Engineer (or equivalent experience). Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment. Strong background in hydraulics and rotating equipment. Skilled in strip-down, inspection, and rebuild of machinery to component level. Excellent problem-solving ability with a logical and hands-on approach. Organised, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. And this is what you'll get in return: A starting salary of circa £40,000 Monday to Friday days, with a 9-day fortnight (every other Friday off) Supportive leadership with real autonomy in your role Opportunity to be part of a growing maintenance function with scope to shape its future Long-term job security with a stable and respected Tier 1 supplier You'll be joining a business with an excellent reputation for quality and service, supplying to some of the UK's best-known brands, and can look forward to future progression opportunities as the team continues to grow. Are you up to the challenge? Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Liam Reid. Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme, so if you know someone who would be great for this role, please get in touch. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard from us within 7 days of applying, then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Maintenance Engineer Up to £52,000 per Annum Continental Shift Pattern (34 hrs per week) Bristol Overview This is an amazing opportunity to join a widely successful and growing business with multiple UK and overseas sites, where they focus on the manufacturing of high-quality products used by some of the worlds largest brands. The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role plays a vital part in the day-to-day operations of the business across the board, therefore this company focusses maintaining an excellent environment for their dynamic engineering team. As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, what you'll be doing: Identifying failure modes of plant equipment and returning the equipment to operation safely and in a reasonable timescale. Diagnosing and repairing equipment breakdowns. To liaise with engineering day teams to identify and resolve long-term engineering issues. Locating spare parts using the maintenance management system. Collecting and returning spares to stores. Identifying failure modes of electrical equipment and making recommendations to prevent further failures. Obtaining maintenance schedules from the maintenance management system and feeding back work carried out. Work arising to be recorded using notifications What we'll need from you: Experience working as a Mechanical or Electrically biased Maintenance Engineer within manufacturing Constant drive, enthusiasm, and self-motivation with ability to motivate others. Ability to work under pressure. Accurate and timely reporting skills. 3-4 years' experience of working within a similar environment. Working knowledge of good engineering practices NVQ level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent City & Guilds or HNC) or equivalent. What you'll get in return: A salary of up to £52,000 Generous time off, working just 130 shifts per year Generous pension & sickness cover Excellent training and development opportunities

Maintenance Engineer Days - Monday to Friday (3:30pm finish + early Friday finish) £40,000 basic + bonus + additional payments Bristol Fed up with shifts? Want your evenings and weekends back? This is the role for you. We're looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer (electrical bias) to join a well-established manufacturer in Bristol. You'll be part of a small, close-knit team where production and maintenance work together, not against each other. Retention here is excellent, and the hours are some of the best you'll find in engineering What you'll be doing Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across presses, vacuums, ovens, and control systems Electrical and mechanical fault finding on production machinery Supporting project and installation work where needed What we're looking for Experience in a manufacturing maintenance role Ideally electrically biased with strong fault-finding skills Confident across both electrical and mechanical kit Recognised engineering qualifications (Level 3 minimum, 18th Edition desirable) Solid health & safety knowledge A proactive team player with good communication skills What's on offer £40,000 basic salary 5% annual bonus 1-in-4 weekly callout rota (£100 standby + minimum 3 hours pay if called) 29 days holiday (increasing with service) Company pension Life assurance Sick pay scheme after 1 year This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term, days-only role with a stable, growing business that values its people. Interested? Apply today with your CV, or contact Liam Reid for more details. We also run a referral scheme - if you know someone who might be interested, let us know and we'll reward you if they're successful. Please note: this employer does not offer visa sponsorship.

Production Manager £30,000 - £35,000 (FTC 12 Months) South Wales No manufacturing experience needed Yolk Recruitment is proud to be exclusively partnered with an award-winning manufacturing business that develops advanced technologies for global markets from its state-of-the-art facility in South Wales. We're looking for a Production Manager on a fixed term contract for 12 months to take responsibility for the full production process within manufacturing operations. You don't need to come from a manufacturing background to be considered. What we're really looking for are the right attributes: leadership potential, the ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment, and the confidence to bring people together and motivate a team. This is more than just a production role it's an opportunity to build strong relationships across the business and externally, drive best practices, and contribute to the future of a forward-thinking and future-proof organisation. With industry-leading benefits, including an unbeatable pension plan, a supportive team culture, and a wide range of attractive perks, this fixed-term opportunity offers a rewarding and engaging environment. This is what you'll be doing Responsibilities include: Lead, motivate and develop a production team, ensuring daily goals are met. Support shift operations and adapt to rapidly changing priorities. Build strong relationships across departments such as Supply Chain and Engineering. Report on performance metrics and look for opportunities to improve. Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and compliance. Promote a positive, motivated, and engaged team culture. Communicate effectively with staff at all levels, managing challenges calmly and professionally. Organise and lead daily team briefings to align everyone on priorities. Support the onboarding and training of new starters, helping them integrate quickly into the team. Encourage collaboration and problem-solving across the team to overcome challenges. We're not asking for years of manufacturing experience. Instead, we want someone who has the right mindset and transferable leadership skills. For example, you might have gained leadership through: University projects, societies, or placements. Sports such as rugby, football, netball, or other team environments. Leading teams or projects in a different industry. And this is what you'll get in return A starting salary between £30,000-£35,000 Substantial company pension 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits A broad range of attractive perks Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Production Shift Manager Up to £55,000 Yolk Recruitment are proud to be supporting this exciting recruitment campaign for a Production Shift Manager to join a leading specialist manufacturing organisation in Bridgwater. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced manufacturing leader to play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, people development, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced 24/7 environment. As a Production Shift Manager, you'll join a team of four managers on site, working on a continental shift pattern and reporting directly to the Operations Director. This is a hands-on role where you'll guide and support team leaders and operators to consistently deliver production targets. You'll take ownership of Safety, Quality, People, and Cost (SQPC) during your shift, ensuring production assets run efficiently, downtime is minimised, and output is maximised. By collaborating closely with colleagues in HSE, Planning, Engineering, and Quality, you'll play a vital role in driving operational excellence, supporting commercial growth, and meeting budgetary objectives. Key responsibilities Inspire, coach, and mentor team leaders and operators to build a positive, high-performing culture. Champion GMP and HSE standards to maintain a safe workplace while delivering high-quality products. Drive the production plan by allocating resources effectively and making quick decisions to overcome challenges and achieve targets. Manage labour and material costs in line with financial expectations, applying lean principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency. Promote a culture of continuous improvement by using data-driven decisions, visual management tools, and KPIs to measure and enhance performance. Maintain accurate records, ensure clear shift handovers, and lead performance reviews with SMART action plans. This is what you'll need: Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing environment. Strong people management skills with a passion for developing and motivating teams. A hands-on, shopfloor-focused approach with the ability to drive KPIs and deliver against targets. Knowledge and application of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools. Experience managing safety, quality, cost, and delivery performance. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Access to wellbeing benefits. Progression opportunities.

Engineering Test Lab Manager South Wales £50,000 - £60,000 + benefits Yolk Recruitment is exclusively partnered with a global manufacturer to recruit an Engineering Test Lab Manager for their R&D facility in South East Wales. This is a key leadership role, managing a small test and development team and ensuring the laboratory delivers safe, accurate and timely results to support new product development, prototyping, validation and customer projects. This is what you'll be doing As Engineering Test Lab Manager you'll be responsible for the planning, operation and development of the laboratory. Your work will include: Planning and coordinating testing activities for prototypes, validation and customer programmes. Leading and managing a team, allocating work and developing capability. Designing or adapting test equipment and fixtures, specifying datalogging systems and ensuring all equipment is maintained, calibrated and compliant. Running and overseeing test activities - force, pressure, environmental etc and producing documentation including test plans, procedures, reports, production test specs and maintenance schedules. Supporting production, sales, quality and customer teams with data and expertise. identifying future equipment needs and improvements to lab capability Promoting a safety-first culture and driving continuous improvement in the lab. Collaborating with wider R&D departments, DFMEA, DVP and varied problem solving The experience you'll bring to the team Mechanical Engineering education Relevant experience within Development / Test Familiarity with data acquisition systems Desirable - knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, basic PLC programming. Training can be provided. Safety-conscious, organised, and confident in structured problem-solving. And this is what you'll get in return Salary in the region of £50,000 - £60,000. Excellent benefits package including pension, holidays and wider perks. A role with scope to shape the future capability of Test activities onsite Development opportunities within a secure, international manufacturer. Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now! *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities

Laboratory Manager Near Cheltenham £36,600 Yolk Engineering is partnered with this successful business that stands as a prominent and well-established player in their respective industry. They have an exciting opportunity to join the business as a Laboratory Manager. The business is widely recognised for delivering high quality products throughout the United Kingdom. With a storied history spanning more than eight decades, they've earned a reputation for excellence and a steadfast dedication to providing premium, locally sourced products. We're looking for someone who is dynamic and knowledgeable with experience as a Laboratory Manager. The company is looking for someone to lead the overall laboratory function, develop team members and work closely with the Technical team to uphold the high quality and standards. You'll ensure strict compliance while driving continuous improvement across testing, audit readiness, and documentation. This is an exciting opportunity with a real future to develop in line with your growing knowledge, experience and capabilities. This is what you'll be doing Manage and develop the Laboratory Technicians and Team Leader within a collaborative and high-performance culture with clear communication on safety and quality issues. Plan and oversee testing schedules, ensuring the correct methods are followed and results are recorded and monitored. Prepare for and participate in site accreditation audits providing support to the Technical Manager. Ensure all equipment is maintained and serviced to schedule and manage new installs and verifications. Manage and lead external analysis and provide feedback to customers and manage non-conformance investigations with Technical and Production. Lead product safety, quality and compliance across all testing activities. Maintain and lead important Safety Management Systems and laboratory procedures alongside overseeing the Laboratory testing regimes in line with legislation. KPI reporting, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement of testing procedures and documentation. Lead training in order to maintain hygiene and safety standards. What you'll need Confidence in leading people with excellent communication, problem-solving and coaching skills. Experienced coordinating small teams in a lab environment. Experience in a laboratory function, detailed reporting and SOP writing. Competent with Microsoft Office and comfortable with data trending/analysis. Preferably HNC/Degree in a science related subject with a knowledge of Microbiology and Chemistry. Experience of BRCGS, HACCP, CCP validation, microbiological safety and QMS platforms. And this is what you'll get in return 22 days holidays per annum plus bank holidays (rising after 3 years service) Enhanced Pension scheme Life assurance Health care and well being support Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work Scheme Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities

Maintenance Planner £46-£48,000 + Excellent Benefits Bridgend Yolk Recruitment is representing a leading South Wales manufacturer in their search for a proactive Maintenance Planner. This business is committed to excellence in operational reliability, offering a stable and innovative environment where planning and communication are critical to site performance. As they expand their maintenance team, they are keen to attract a Maintenance Planner who thrives on cross-functional collaboration and meticulous organisation. Position Overview: The Maintenance Planner will act as the vital link between Engineering and Production teams, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, and execution of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and site shutdowns. This key role supports smooth production by optimising resources, s downtime, and facilitating the scheduling of maintenance works. The successful candidate will take ownership of maintenance schedules using Microsoft Projects and collaborate closely with all stakeholders to drive maintenance efficiency. This is what you'll be doing: Liaising between Engineering and Production departments to prioritise, coordinate and communicate maintenance activities. Developing detailed maintenance schedules and plans for PPM activities and plant shutdowns, using Microsoft Projects. Creating, issuing, and tracking work orders, ensuring parts, permits, and documentation are prepared in advance. Monitoring and updating the CMMS, maintaining accurate records of maintenance history and asset data. Participating in production and engineering meetings to agree on scheduling and manage competing priorities. Optimising labour, tools, and materials to ensure efficient execution of maintenance tasks. Analysing equipment performance and feedback to refine maintenance strategies and schedules. Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and contributing to plant reliability goals. The experience you'll bring to the team: Previous experience in maintenance or engineering planning within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Proven track record of planning/scheduling preventive maintenance and shutdowns. Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Projects (MS Projects) for maintenance scheduling. Familiarity with CMMS/asset management systems and maintenance best practices. Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills; able to manage multiple priorities. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. And this is what you'll get in return: Competitive salary with ample benefits package. Opportunity to play a pivotal role in maintenance reliability and production efficiency. Professional development and team-based culture. Are you up to the challenge? Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Andy Jones Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme so if you know of someone who would be great for the role please get in touch. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.