MANUFACTURING RECRUITMENT
Manufacturing Recruitment for the People Who Keep Production Moving
Marshall Harmony helps manufacturers across the West Midlands and UK find skilled professionals who understand production, quality, process and performance.
From CNC and shop-floor technical roles through to operations and manufacturing leadership, we recruit around what the business actually needs.
WHY MARSHALL HARMONY
Recruitment Built Around How Manufacturing Businesses Actually Work
Manufacturing roles rarely sit in isolation.
Production, engineering, quality, supply chain and operations are closely connected, so we take the time to understand where the vacancy sits, why it exists and what the right person needs to improve once they join.
That helps us build a more focused manufacturing talent search and speak to candidates with a clearer understanding of the environment they would be joining.
Around 60% of the candidates we speak to are not on the open market, so our search goes beyond job boards and incoming applications.
“They have been our sole recruiter for a number of years and really supported our company growth during some pretty tough staff shortages.”
Michael Sheen, client, on Google
TYPICAL APPOINTMENTS
What Manufacturing Roles Does Marshall Harmony Recruit For?
Our specialist engineering recruitment covers roles including:
Production & Operations Recruitment
Production and operations professionals responsible for people, output, efficiency and day-to-day manufacturing performance.
CNC & Machining Recruitment
CNC machinists, programmers and technical specialists working across precision engineering and manufacturing environments.
Quality & Technical Recruitment
Quality and technical professionals responsible for standards, compliance, customer requirements and product performance.
Continuous Improvement Recruitment
Professionals focused on Lean, process improvement, productivity and operational performance.
Health & Safety Recruitment
Health and safety professionals helping manufacturing businesses operate safely and compliantly.
Manufacturing Management Recruitment
Production Managers, Operations Managers and senior manufacturing leaders responsible for teams, performance and delivery.
INDUSTRIES
Manufacturing Recruitment Across Specialist Industries
We recruit manufacturing professionals across environments including:
Precision engineering
Metals and aluminium
Aerospace
Automotive
Defence
Nuclear
Industrial manufacturing
High-integrity engineering
Industrial distribution and associated supply chains
Our strongest networks are across Shropshire and the West Midlands, with manufacturing recruitment support available throughout the UK.
YOUR RECRUITER
Meet Faith O’Reilly
Recruitment Partner
Faith recruits across specialist engineering and manufacturing roles, working closely with businesses that need people who understand technical environments and production pressures.
Her previous experience as a Project Manager gives her first-hand insight into engineering-led businesses and helps her get beneath job titles to understand what the role actually involves.
That makes it easier to represent manufacturing opportunities properly and have more credible conversations with the people she approaches.
How we work
How Does Marshall Harmony Recruit Manufacturing Talent?
Understand the Requirement
We start with the business, the team and the reason behind the vacancy.
Search Beyond Applications
We combine established networks, direct search, proactive outreach and relevant applicants.
Assess the Fit
We speak with candidates about their technical experience, working environment, motivations and expectations before introducing them.
Support the Process
We coordinate interviews, provide feedback and stay involved through offers, notice periods, onboarding and beyond.
How we work
How Does Marshall Harmony Recruit Manufacturing Talent?
Understand the Requirement
We start with the business, the team and the reason behind the vacancy.
Search Beyond Applications
We combine established networks, direct search, proactive outreach and relevant applicants.
Assess the Fit
We speak with candidates about their technical experience, working environment, motivations and expectations before introducing them.
Support the Process
We coordinate interviews, provide feedback and stay involved through offers, notice periods, onboarding and beyond.
RESULTS
Manufacturing Recruitment Focused on Long-Term Results
92%
of vacancies filled
82%
of placed candidates still in role after 12 months
60%
of the candidates we speak to are not on the open market
250+
candidates placed in the past three years
Manufacturing Recruitment FAQs
Manufacturing Recruitment FAQs
What manufacturing roles does Marshall Harmony recruit for?
We recruit across production, operations, CNC and machining, quality, technical, continuous improvement, health and safety and manufacturing management appointments.
Where does Marshall Harmony recruit manufacturing professionals?
Our strongest manufacturing recruitment networks are across Shropshire and the wider West Midlands, while we support specialist searches throughout the UK.
Can Marshall Harmony help with CNC recruitment?
Yes. We recruit CNC machinists, programmers and other machining specialists across precision engineering and manufacturing businesses.
Can you find manufacturing candidates who are not actively applying?
Yes. Around 60% of the candidates we speak to are not on the open market, so direct search and proactive outreach form an important part of our manufacturing recruitment approach.
Do you recruit manufacturing managers and directors?
EXPLORE EXECUTIVE SEARCHYes. We recruit manufacturing and operations managers, while senior director and business-critical leadership appointments can also be supported through Marshall Harmony Executive.
How do I find current manufacturing jobs?
SEARCH MANUFACTURING JOBSSearch current manufacturing vacancies on the Marshall Harmony website or submit your CV to hear about relevant future opportunities.
OTHER SPECIALISMS
Other Recruitment Specialisms
Spotlight
Executive Search
Confidential, targeted appointments at director and leadership level.
Spotlight
Logistics & Supply Chain
Planning, procurement, warehousing and distribution, beyond the factory gates.
MANUFACTURING RECRUITMENT
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