Manufacturing Recruitment

Rhino Recruitment is a Cardiff-based manufacturing recruitment agency placing skilled workers and production staff across South Wales, the rest of the UK.

We recruit for industrial plants, precision production, heavy manufacturing, and everything in between. Employers get a single point of contact and a fast, reliable supply of the right people.

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Manufacturing recruitment across the UK and beyond

Rhino is a trusted manufacturing recruitment partner for businesses that need reliable people, fast. Our in-house compliance team handles all vetting before candidates set foot on site, and our recruiters stay close after every placement to make sure things run smoothly.

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We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract manufacturing roles. All compliance is handled in-house so candidates arrive ready to start.

Your route into manufacturing recruitment

For candidates

From production operatives to engineering managers, we place manufacturing professionals in roles that match their skills and experience. Our recruiters know the sector and guide you through every step of the process.

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For employers

Whether you need to fill urgent production gaps, build out a maintenance team, or recruit for a new facility, we connect you with vetted manufacturing professionals ready to deliver from day one.

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Manufacturing professionals we place

We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract positions across industrial plants, precision production, and heavy manufacturing facilities throughout Wales, the UK, and internationally.

Roles We Recruit For ＋

Production Operatives and Line Workers
Maintenance Engineers and Technicians
Mechanical Engineers
Welders and Fabricators (MIG, TIG, FCAW)
Fitters and Mechanical Technicians
Process Operators and Plant Operators
Quality Assurance Inspectors and Technicians
Shift Supervisors and Team Leaders
Production Managers and Operations Managers
Health and Safety Officers
Project Engineers and Design Engineers (CAD)
Boiler Technicians and Control Engineers
And more...

Core Functions ＋

Production and Assembly
Mechanical Maintenance
Quality and Inspection
Engineering and Design
Operations and Shift Management
Health, Safety and Environment
Warehousing and Logistics Support
And More...

Specialist Appointments ＋

Engineering Managers and Heads of Department
Plant and Facilities Managers
Senior Quality Engineers and QA Managers
Continuous Improvement Specialists (Lean / Six Sigma)
Project Leaders and Programme Managers
Precision Manufacturing Specialists
Heavy Manufacturing Team Leads
And More...

Manufacturing sectors we support

Our manufacturing recruitment covers a wide range of production environments. Whether you operate a single site or run multi-site facilities across the UK, Rhino connects you with the right people at the right time.

Industrial Plants

Production operatives, process operators, plant technicians, and maintenance engineers for large-scale industrial facilities.

Precision Manufacturing

Skilled technicians, quality inspectors, and engineers for high-tolerance precision production environments.

Heavy Manufacturing

Welders, fabricators, platers, fitters, and mechanical engineers for heavy-duty manufacturing operations.

Food & Drink Production

Production line staff, supervisors, and quality technicians for food and beverage manufacturing facilities.

Maintenance & Engineering

Mechanical and electrical maintenance engineers, technicians, and specialist contractors keeping production running.

Quality & Compliance

QA inspectors, quality engineers, compliance officers, and technical leads across manufacturing disciplines.

Compliance handled before work begins

All vetting and compliance checks are carried out by our in-house team before any candidate starts. You do not have to chase paperwork or manage third parties.

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Right to Work verification

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DBS checks where required

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Health and Safety induction

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Reference and employment checks

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PAYE and payroll managed in-house

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How our manufacturing recruitment process works

Tell us your requirements

Shortlisting the right candidates

Compliance and vetting

Placement and aftercare

From first call to placement, the process is straightforward. Our team handles the complexity so you can focus on running your operation.

What employers and candidates say about Rhino Recruitment

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Rhino filled three maintenance engineer roles within a week. The candidates were vetted, ready to start, and have been solid contributors since day one.

David H., Operations Director

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I was looking for a production supervisor role and Rhino placed me within two weeks. The recruiter kept me informed throughout and was easy to get hold of.

Claire W.

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We needed to scale up production staff at short notice. Rhino understood our requirements and delivered a reliable team quickly. The compliance was all handled before anyone started.

Tom B., Plant Manager

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is manufacturing recruitment?

We source, screen, and place workers in production, engineering, and maintenance roles, managing everything from shortlisting to compliance and onboarding.

What roles do manufacturing recruitment agencies fill?

We place operatives, engineers, welders, fabricators, quality inspectors, supervisors, and managers, plus senior roles like plant and engineering directors.

How quickly can Rhino fill manufacturing vacancies?

Temporary and volume roles can often be filled within 24-48 hours. Permanent and specialist roles take longer, but we keep you updated throughout.

Do you handle compliance for manufacturing workers?

Yes. Right-to-work checks, DBS checks, references, and safety inductions are all handled in-house, along with payroll.

Do you recruit for temporary as well as permanent manufacturing roles?

Yes. We cover permanent, temporary, and contract manufacturing roles, tailored to your requirements.

Can you supply manufacturing workers internationally?

Yes. Our multilingual team sources candidates globally and handles right-to-work checks, visas, and relocation support.

What types of manufacturing businesses do you work with?

Industrial plants, precision and heavy manufacturing, food and drink production, and engineering-led facilities of all sizes.

Where are you based?

Our head office is on East Tyndall Street, Cardiff. We recruit across South Wales, the UK, and internationally. Call 0333 577 4466.

Why use a specialist manufacturing recruitment agency?

We know the skills and certifications the sector needs, with 50,000+ pre-screened candidates and 60+ years' combined experience.

Connecting Manufacturing Talent with Employers

From Cardiff to across the UK and beyond, Rhino Recruitment is your partner for manufacturing recruitment. Whether you are building a production team or looking for your next role in the sector, we are here to make it happen.

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