plastics engineer jobs in United Kingdom

A leading manufacturer of plastic parts is seeking a Project/Process Engineer for their operations in Droitwich, United Kingdom. This role involves analyzing engineering and CAD drawings, managing tooling teams, and resolving manufacturing issues. Ideal candidates will have experience in a plastics thermoforming environment along with a strong proficiency in SolidWorks and data analysis. The...

A plastics manufacturing firm is seeking an NPI Project Engineer to oversee new product introductions from design to customer approval. This hands-on role involves managing tooling, process development, and providing technical support. Successful candidates should have experience in NPI, project engineering, and a solid background in plastics manufacturing. If you possess strong communication...

A leading manufacturer of plastic products seeks a Project/Process Engineer to oversee tooling management and process optimization in Droitwich Spa. The role involves analyzing CAD drawings, managing tooling teams, and ensuring quality adherence in production. Ideal candidates will have experience in the plastics manufacturing industry and knowledge of Solidworks. Strong communication and...

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer for a prominent plastics manufacturing company in Huddersfield. The role involves maintaining and improving automated electrical systems within a dynamic rotating shift environment. Ideal candidates will have qualifications in electrical engineering and experience with PLC systems, AC/DC drives, and industrial machinery....

You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter. Your CV Should Include Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment). Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.). Your Cover Letter Should Explain Your motivations for applying to the role.

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Automation Electrical Engineer to develop and maintain automation solutions for plastics processing machinery. The role involves troubleshooting, programming PLCs, and collaborating with engineering teams. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering and hands-on experience with robotics and automation technologies. Competitive...

A family-owned manufacturing company in Birmingham is looking for a Process Improvement Engineering Specialist to enhance manufacturing processes, reduce scrap, and support new product trials. Candidates should have experience in extrusion and a technical background in engineering. The role involves collaborating across teams, creating training programs, and monitoring equipment performance. This...

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join their team. This role involves ensuring the production facility operates smoothly and handling both planned and reactive maintenance tasks. The successful candidate will have fault finding abilities in electrical or mechanical systems, and relevant engineering qualifications. The company offers...

You will work in a 3-shift system with a competitive salary of £44,000. This role welcomes diverse candidates and offers flexible working options. Join us to support our commitment to an inclusive work environment.

A leading packaging manufacturer located in Droitwich Spa is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their team. The role focuses on ensuring the uptime of blow moulding and associated machinery, conducting repairs and preventative maintenance. Applicants must have a minimum NVQ Level 3 in Electrical qualifications, alongside multi-skilled manufacturing experience. A competitive salary between...

Job Title: Plastic Fabricator (UK & International Travel) Salary: Up to £44,000 + Overtime + Benefits + Expenses Hours: 37.5 Per Week Location: Coventry (Travel required up to 30% of the year) Job Type: Permanent The Opportunity We're on the hunt for a skilled and dedicated Plastic Fabricator to join a leading engineering company in Coventry. This is a chance to step into a key role where...

A leading manufacturing company in Manchester is looking for a skilled CNC Setter/Operator to work with CNC machinery and produce high-quality plastics. The ideal candidate will have a time-served apprenticeship in engineering or manufacturing, experience in machining precise parts, and a strong ability to read engineering drawings. This permanent role offers a salary between £35,000 and £40,000...

Plastic Fabricator Rate: £20/h Location: on site - southamptonJob Description: We are looking for a Plastic Fabricator to join a busy workshop. This is a hands-on role involving the fabrication, welding, and assembly of plastic pipework, tanks, and vessels using a range of thermoplastic welding and jointing techniques. Key Responsibilities:Work from engineering drawings to fabricate plastic...

Fabricator – Plastics (Permanent Role) Location: Slinfold Area Hours: 40 hours per week – Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:30 (30-minute break) We are recruiting an experienced Fabricator to join a well‐established manufacturing team. This role involves hands‐on fabrication, assembly and finishing of plastic components used across a range of engineered products. Ideal for someone who enjoys practical...

A leading plastics machining business is seeking a CNC Citizen Sliding Head Lathe Setter in Hertford. The role involves setting CNC machines, maintaining quality control, and collaborating with support teams. Candidates must have experience with Citizen machines and understand engineering drawings. This position offers multiple shifts, generous holidays, and additional benefits including free...

Junior Projects Technician ( Plastics / Manufacturing ) £30,000-£35,000 + Bonus + Health Insurance + Training + Excellent Benefits Stafford ( Ideally commutable from: Stone, Cannock. Stoke-on-Trent & surrounding areas ) Are you from a Plastics / Manufacturing background looking to take on a role within a leading and well-established engineering company which will see you working on a variety of...

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You will design and synthesise a library of renewable polymers and evaluate their degradation behaviour under realistic environmental conditions (e.g. water, light, or enzymatic exposure). Using robotic tools and programmable workflows, these experiments will be automated to generate data efficiently and reproducibly.

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You will be responsible for electrical systems, performing maintenance and repairs, and collaborating with engineering teams. The ideal candidate has an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, strong PLC fault-finding skills, and experience in plastics manufacturing. This position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum with long-term stability and career progression.