Manufacturing Contract Jobs in London
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Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer NPI
Posted 2 days ago by Insignis Talent
The RoleDrive NPI and manufacturing readiness for new products and processes.Lead the development and optimisation of ma...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Greenwich, England, United Kingdom
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Maintenance Engineer (Manufacturing/FMCG)
Posted 3 days ago by Ernest Gordon Recruitment
The RoleCarrying out planned preventative maintenance across production machineryDiagnosing and repairing mechanical and...
- Rate £55,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Cranbrook, England, United Kingdom
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Programme Director - Manufacturing Integration & Operations
Posted 3 days ago by Page Executive
About Our ClientOur client is a well-established FMCG manufacturer with multiple production sites and an ambitious growt...
- Rate £150,000 per year
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Not specified
- Location Greater Lincoln Area, United Kingdom
Manufacturing Project Engineer
Posted 3 days ago by M-Tec Engineering Solutions Limited
A leading automotive supplier is looking to strengthen their advanced manufacturing engineering team with the successful...
- Rate £45 per hour
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Coleshill, Birmingham (B46)
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Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Industrial Manufacturing)
Posted 4 days ago by Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Industrial Manufacturing) £Excellent Salary + Relocation Package + Enhanced Pension + I...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Quality Engineer (Manufacturing/Electronics)
Posted 5 days ago by Ernest Gordon Recruitment
The RoleLeading quality assurance and product conformity throughout productionManaging quality audits and maintaining IS...
- Rate £43,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Port Talbot, Wales, United Kingdom
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About Our Manufacturing Contract Roles in London
What does a manufacturing contractor do?
Manufacturing is a significant and diverse contracting sector in the UK, encompassing automotive, aerospace, defence, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, electronics, industrial equipment, and the broader advanced manufacturing ecosystem. Contractors working in manufacturing are engaged across engineering design, process engineering, production management, quality assurance, supply chain and procurement, maintenance, health and safety, continuous improvement, and project and programme management. The sector's project-intensive capital investment programmes, coupled with the ongoing need to improve operational efficiency and adapt to technological change, create consistent demand for specialist contract expertise across multiple disciplines simultaneously.
The skills most valued in manufacturing contracting reflect the sector's engineering and operational character. Process and manufacturing engineers with hands-on experience improving production processes, implementing lean and six sigma methodologies, and managing capital improvement projects are in consistent demand. Quality engineers with knowledge of AS9100, IATF 16949, or relevant sector-specific quality standards are sought across aerospace, automotive, and regulated manufacturing. Supply chain specialists with experience in just-in-time environments, supplier development, and production scheduling are valued across the automotive and electronics supply chains. The digitisation of manufacturing under Industry 4.0 is creating new demand for contractors who can bridge traditional manufacturing expertise with data analytics, automation, and connected factory technology.
What is the market like for manufacturing contractors?
Manufacturing contracting in the UK is supported by a substantial domestic manufacturing base across aerospace, defence, automotive, food, and pharmaceutical sectors, alongside significant inward investment in advanced manufacturing facilities. The reshoring trend, driven by supply chain resilience concerns, is creating new manufacturing investment and associated contractor demand. The automotive sector's transition to electric vehicle production is generating significant engineering project and manufacturing process contract work. Pharmaceutical manufacturing, driven by continued investment following the pandemic, remains an active and well-paying source of engineering and quality contractor demand. Rates in manufacturing contracting reflect the technical specialism and operational experience required.
What is the contracting market like in London?
London dominates the UK contractor market by volume, depth, and rate levels. The capital concentrates the headquarters and major offices of most FTSE 100 companies, the largest global banks, the Big Four professional services firms, and the central government departments that collectively generate the majority of UK contract demand. Every contracting discipline covered on this site has active demand in London, from niche specialisms like threat intelligence and LLM engineering through to high-volume disciplines like project management and business analysis. The sheer density of employers means contractors in London typically have more choice of engagement at any given time than anywhere else in the UK. Day rates carry a premium of 15 to 25 per cent over the national average across most disciplines, reflecting both the concentration of complex, high-value programmes and the cost of operating in the capital.
How much do manufacturing contractors usually earn in London?
Contract rates for manufacturing roles in London typically range from £385 to £715 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many manufacturing vacancies in London are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 340 manufacturing contract roles across the site, with London accounting for roughly one in three of those. Data reviewed up to July 2026.