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Recruiting Today: Your Manufacturing Staffing Partner

Founded with a singular mission — to bridge the gap between ambitious manufacturers and the skilled workforce they need — Recruiting Today has grown into one of the UK's most trusted names in industrial and manufacturing recruitment. Our consultants do not just fill vacancies; they understand production schedules, shift patterns, machinery requirements and the unique culture of factory environments.

We work with clients ranging from small engineering workshops to large-scale production facilities across London and beyond. Our reach extends to jobs in Leicester, jobs in Nottingham, Aberdeen, Southampton, and dozens of other UK locations — meaning wherever your facility is based, Recruiting Today has the local knowledge and candidate network to support you.

Brief Us

Tell us your exact requirements — role, location, hours, start date. We tailor the search from the outset.

We Source

Our consultants draw on an active talent database plus targeted job board advertising to identify the strongest candidates fast.

We Screen

Every candidate undergoes right-to-work checks, reference verification, skills assessment and H&S compliance review before presentation.

You Hire

Workers arrive ready to contribute. We handle onboarding paperwork, payroll and ongoing worker management throughout the placement.

Engineering & Precision

CNC operators, toolmakers, fabricators, welders and quality engineers for advanced manufacturing environments.

Construction & Trades

Bricklayer jobs North East, scaffolding teams, painters, electricians and site labourers across the UK.

Warehousing & Logistics

Forklift drivers, pickers, packers, warehouse supervisors and supply chain coordinators for distribution networks.

Food & Hospitality

Head chefs in Brighton, hotel receptionists in Glasgow and kitchen staff for food production sites nationwide.

Technology & Digital

Temp web developers in Aberdeen, software developers in Hull and IT support professionals.

Administration & Office

Admin jobs Southampton, helpdesk assistants in Slough and office support across all manufacturing businesses.

Challenge: A Nottingham-based automotive parts manufacturer needed to double its assembly line workforce within three weeks to fulfil a new OEM contract. Internal HR had unsuccessfully sourced candidates for six weeks and the contract was at risk.

Solution: Recruiting Today deployed a dedicated manufacturing recruitment team, drawing on our Nottingham jobs talent pool alongside targeted outreach to production operatives and quality controllers within a 40-mile radius.

Result: 47 fully vetted assembly workers placed within 14 days — 6 days ahead of schedule. The OEM contract was fulfilled on time, generating an additional £1.2M in revenue for the client. Staff retention at 12 months: 91%.

Challenge: A Westminster-based construction contractor required a certified scaffolding crew for a fast-track refurbishment project. CISRS-card shortages in London meant local recruitment had stalled for three weeks.

Solution: Our specialist trades division sourced CISRS-qualified scaffolders through our scaffolders recruitment agency in Westminster, supplementing the team with skilled site labourers in London for groundwork support.

Result: Full 12-person crew mobilised in 72 hours. Project completed 8 days ahead of schedule, saving the client an estimated £85,000 in delayed completion penalties. Zero H&S incidents recorded throughout the contract.

Recruiting Today filled three difficult CNC machinist vacancies in under a week. Other agencies had been trying for months. Their understanding of what we actually needed on the shop floor made all the difference.

We rely on Recruiting Today for all our seasonal warehouse staffing. They always deliver the right numbers at the right time — even during the September hiring boom when competition for workers is fierce.

Finding certified scaffolders in London had become nearly impossible. Recruiting Today had a full crew ready within three days. They clearly know the trades market inside out.

The account management is exceptional. One call, one point of contact, workers arriving on site correctly inducted. That simplicity is worth its weight in gold for a busy production environment.

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How quickly can Recruiting Today provide manufacturing workers?

For temporary and contract roles, we can typically supply pre-vetted workers within 24–48 hours of receiving a confirmed brief. For specialist roles or larger team deployments — such as filling scaffolding jobs requiring CISRS certification — timescales may extend to 72–96 hours. Permanent placements typically take 2–4 weeks from job brief to start date.

Do you cover temporary jobs in Aberdeen and other Scottish cities?

Yes. Recruiting Today operates across the whole of the UK, including Scotland. Our active vacancies include temporary jobs in Aberdeen covering data entry, web development, industrial and administrative roles. We also work with employers in Glasgow, Edinburgh and other major Scottish cities to source both temporary and permanent staff.

What is the difference between bricklayer jobs in the North East vs London?

Hourly rates for bricklayer jobs in the North East typically range from £18–£24/hr, while London and South East rates often reach £24–£32/hr due to higher living costs and increased demand. Both regions offer strong project pipelines. We match candidates to the most suitable location based on their CSCS card level, experience and personal preference.

Are all jobs advertised above the UK National Living Wage?

Absolutely. Every role advertised by Recruiting Today — from admin jobs in Southampton to skilled industrial placements — is paid at or above the current UK National Living Wage. Many specialist and trades roles pay considerably more, with scaffolding jobs in London typically attracting rates of £24–£30/hr.

How do I register as a candidate seeking manufacturing work?

Candidates can register directly on our website by browsing current job listings and applying to relevant roles. You can also submit a general expression of interest to be considered for upcoming opportunities. We actively support candidates seeking jobs in Nottingham, jobs in Leicester and across all UK regions. Our consultants are responsive and aim to get back to all candidates within one working day.

Ready to Build Your Manufacturing Workforce?

Whether you need one worker tomorrow or a full production crew next month, Recruiting Today is ready. Tell us your requirements and we will get to work immediately.

The Recruiting Today editorial team comprises senior recruitment consultants and workforce specialists with decades of combined experience placing workers across manufacturing, construction, logistics, technology and professional services sectors throughout the UK. Our content is reviewed for accuracy, compliance and current best practice before publication.