lead machine operator jobs in Darwen

Job Description CNC Programmer/Operator - Day Shift Location:Blackburn (BB1 2JU)Shift:Days-Mon-Thu 07:30-16:30, Fri 07:30-12:30 (39 hours)Pay:Up to£20.00/hour DOEHolidays:25 days per yearOvertime:x1.3 Mon-Fri,x1.5 Sat,x2 SunPension:5% employee / 3% employerHeadcount:Hiring2-3on days Company snapshot Established subcontract engineering group with a wide mix of work. You'll see batches and...

You will be joining a highly successful business, with a great culture and working with a capable and highly motivated team in their state of the art facility. Ideally they would like to recruit in the next 4-8 weeks so please apply as soon as possible.

You will need to stay alert and focused at all times — there’s no room for complacency. The role involves working at height, so confidence in this area is essential, along with good eyesight. A sound knowledge of English and maths is also required. A willingness to learn and develop new skills is vital.

Zünd Machine Operator – Technical CuttingBlackburn | Full-time, Permanent * £12.75 per hour + Bonus Scheme * Monday to Thursday 09:00 – 17:00, Friday 09:00 – 16:00 (36.5 hours per week) * No weekend working, supportive team environment, great benefitsWe are exclusively recruiting on behalf of a growing manufacturing company that specialises in working with advanced and technical materials.They...

Summary of RoleThe Ply Profiler / Kitting Technician will be responsible for cutting, preparing, and kitting aerospace components from a wide range of composite and textile materials, ensuring full compliance with customer specifications and internal quality standards.The post-holder will operate a variety of ply profiling and cutting equipment, maintain accurate identification and documentation...

CNC Programmer/Operator - Day Shift Location:Blackburn (BB1 2JU)Shift:Days-Mon-Thu 07:30-16:30, Fri 07:30-12:30 (39 hours)Pay:Up to£20.00/hour DOEHolidays:25 days per yearOvertime:x1.3 Mon-Fri,x1.5 Sat,x2 SunPension:5% employee / 3% employerHeadcount:Hiring2-3on days Company snapshot Established subcontract engineering group with a wide mix of work. You'll see batches and one-offs across...

Date posted: 9 January 2026Pay: £13.50 per hourJob Description:Job Title Wood Machinist / Furniture Production Operative Location Darwen Pay Rate £13.50 per hour Working Hours * Monday – Thursday: 7:50am – 4:50pm * Friday: 7:50am – 1:50pm * No weekend workJob Overview A well-established manufacturing business is currently seeking an experienced Wood Machinist to join their production team. The...

You will ensure compliance with all statutory and legislative standards while managing to a budget and maintaining high standards of leadership and management. Working closely with your management colleagues, you will strive to provide the highest quality care for children and achieve excellent care outcomes.

You will ideally have:

Airworthiness Lead Engineer Location: Preston, Hull, Bristol or Prestwick – Hybrid (typically 2–3 days on-site) Salary: £56,000 – £62,000 depending on experience ***Please note this role requires British Citizenship*** A major defence and aerospace partner is looking for an Airworthiness Lead Engineer to join their Airworthiness & Product Integrity function. This is a senior technical role...

Location: Darwen, Lancashire Hours of Work: Monday – Thursday 7PM - 7AM Established for 45 years and now one of the North West’s leading & multi award winning Engineering companies, WEC is looking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Press Brake Operator to join our busy and expanding Laser Engineering team based in Darwen, Lancs. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and...

Are you an experienced Continuous Improvement manager within FMCG? Do you have experience of successfully managing the process improvement of fast paced manufacturing sites? Are you an influential leader within fast paced, continuous manufacturing? MacGregor Black are partnering with a leading FMCG brand on the search for a Operational Excellence Manager. This is a perm role based in...

Job Title: CNC Turner Programmer/ Setter/ Operator Location: Blackburn, Lancashire Hours of Work: 39 hours per week Night Shift: 20.45pm - 6am Monday to Thursday (35 hours) Salary: £25ph DOE Overtime available Day Shift options Potentially Available Company Overview Our Client, established for over 40 years, is one of the North West's leading and multi-award-winning engineering,...

You will be working on a range of modern CNC milling machines, including:

You will also possess excellent communication skills, demonstrate assertiveness and decision-making skills and have a positive attitude to your work. - Drive Root Cause Analysis and strive to prevent re-occurrence with counter measures - CMMS experience and knowledge - Ability to deploy and execute the preventative maintenance strategy for the site.

Job Description A role sitting within a group structure, this business operate across several sectors, with this position a role within the leisure sector. One of the UK’s most vibrant and dynamic group with head office in the North-West, they have seen a period of growth to become one of the largest in the UK. With a focus on delivering high quality products and experiences to clients they are...

CNC Programmer/Operator - Night Shift Location:Blackburn (BB1 2JU)Shift:Nights - Mon-Thu20:45-06:00(35 hours)Pay:Up to£20.00/hour DOE+ x1.25 night shift allowance(Total effective rate can be up to ~£28/houron nights)Holidays:25 days per yearOvertime:x1.3 Mon-Fri,x1.5 Sat,x2 SunPension:5% employee / 3% employerHeadcount:Hiring2-3on nights Company snapshot Large, long-established subcontract...

Job Description CNC Programmer/Operator - Night Shift Location:Blackburn (BB1 2JU)Shift:Nights - Mon-Thu20:45-06:00(35 hours)Pay:Up to£20.00/hour DOE+ x1.25 night shift allowance(Total effective rate can be up to ~£28/houron nights)Holidays:25 days per yearOvertime:x1.3 Mon-Fri,x1.5 Sat,x2 SunPension:5% employee / 3% employerHeadcount:Hiring2-3on nights Company snapshot Large,...

Job Title: CNC Miller Programmer/ Setter/ Operator Location: Blackburn, Lancashire Hours of Work: 39 hours per week Shift Pattern: . Day shift: 7:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Thursday . 7:30am - 12:30pm, Friday Overtime available Salary: £20ph DOE Company Overview Our Client, established for over 40 years, is one of the North West's leading and multi-award-winning engineering, fabrication, and...

The Engineering Manager will have overall responsibility for ensuring efficient operation of the engineering function, including day to day breakdown maintenance, planning preventative maintenance and organising the Engineering team to achieve tasks within defined timescales and targets, in a way that minimises costs and maximises efficiencies whilst at no time jeopardising Product Safety or the...

You will receive a competitive salary and holiday entitlement and gain the opportunity for growth and progression in your role as the business continues to expand. Working from state of the art facilities, with on-site perks there is a clear progression path, supported by a strong leadership team who are focused on developing staff and talent in the business.