OUR SECTORS

Manufacturing
Recruitment Specialists

OUR SECTORS

Manufacturing Specialists

Witan Search is a specialist manufacturing recruitment agency connecting skilled technical, operational, and commercial professionals with innovative manufacturers across the UK and Europe.
From precision engineering and industrial machinery to advanced automation and process manufacturing, we help businesses secure the talent that drives productivity, quality, and innovation.

Your Partner for Manufacturing Talent

Extensive Industry Knowledge

Our recruitment team brings deep expertise in the manufacturing industry, its sectors, roles, and evolving skill demands. We stay current with industry trends to ensure we connect the right talent with the right opportunities.

Vast Network of Professionals

Over the years, we’ve built a robust network of manufacturing professionals, giving us access to top-tier talent, even those not actively seeking new roles. By leveraging these connections, we help you secure the best candidates, even in a highly competitive market.

Customised Recruitment Solutions

We know that every organisation’s recruitment needs are unique. That’s why we provide tailored solutions, whether you’re hiring for one critical role or building an entire team. Our strategies align with your goals, timelines, and budget.

Recruiting the People
Who Power Manufacturing

From factory floors to smart factories, we connect manufacturers with people who keep production moving. Whether it’s a Maintenance Engineer, Process Manager, or Robotics Specialist, our targeted recruitment and headhunting solutions help you hire with confidence, locally and across Europe.

 

Industrial Manufacturing
& Machinery

Automation
& Industry 4.0

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Advanced & Additive Manufacturing

Automation, Systems
& Robotics

Metalworking
& Fabrication

Packaging & Materials Manufacturing

Automotive & Transport Manufacturing

Electronics & Precision Engineering

Our Manufacturing Recruitment Expertise

We support companies of all sizes, from SMEs to global manufacturing groups with headhunting and recruitment solutions tailored to their specific needs. Our consultants combine deep sector knowledge with a strong European network to identify and attract candidates who add long-term value.
We recruit across a wide range of manufacturing disciplines, including:

R&D Technology​

Driving progress by developing new materials, production methods, and technologies to meet evolving market needs and improve competitiveness.

blank

Engineering / Management​

Designing, implementing, and optimising manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems to enhance productivity, quality, and safety.

blank

Maintenance and Operations​

Keeping manufacturing lines running efficiently and safely through preventative maintenance, rapid troubleshooting, and continuous operational improvement.

blank

Procurement and Supply Chain

Overseeing the sourcing, purchasing, and movement of raw materials and finished goods to maintain a reliable, cost-effective supply network.

blank

Commercial​

Supporting growth through sales, marketing, and business development efforts that promote manufacturing capabilities and products to customers and partners.

blank

Customer Service and Technical Support

Delivering practical solutions and responsive support to ensure customer satisfaction and the successful application of products or systems.

blank

Human Resources

Attracting and retaining top talent, ensuring compliance with labour and safety regulations, and fostering a high-performance workforce culture.

blank

Quality Control and Assurance

Implementing robust quality systems to ensure products consistently meet specifications, regulatory standards, and customer expectations.

FAQ

Witan Search brings extensive sector-specific expertise in manufacturing, including precision engineering, automation and supply-chain roles. Our consultants possess deep knowledge of the manufacturing landscape across the UK and Europe, which enables us to match the right technical and commercial talent with companies striving for innovation and operational excellence.

We recruit for a broad range of roles across manufacturing: R&D engineers, process engineers, maintenance and operations managers, procurement and supply-chain professionals, technical sales engineers, plant managers and manufacturing directors. Whether you’re scaling up production, investing in automation or optimising existing operations.

Leveraging a robust network of manufacturing professionals, including passive candidates, we apply proactive sourcing, market-mapping and headhunting approaches. This means we don’t rely solely on job-boards; we target individuals with the specialist skills needed for your business and reach them before they’re visible in the broader market.

While every assignment is unique, our specialist manufacturing recruitment process is designed to move quickly and effectively. With streamlined short-listing, targeted candidate engagement and close client communication, we aim to reduce time-to-hire compared to generalist agencies. We’ll provide a tailored timeline at the outset of each project based on role complexity and market conditions.

With pan-European reach, we support manufacturing clients operating across the UK and Europe. Our consultants understand regional labour markets, cultural considerations and mobility issues which ensures we can deliver talent for domestic and international operations. We provide bespoke solutions to reflect multi-site, multilingual and cross-border needs.

Beyond filling roles, we offer services such as market insight and salary benchmarking, employer-branding guidance for manufacturing operations, talent-pipeline development and onboarding support. We work with you as a strategic partner to help build high-performance teams capable of driving innovation, productivity and growth.

Absolutely. From our UK base, Witan Search partners with manufacturers across Europe — covering Germany, the Benelux region, Eastern Europe, and the Nordics. With a strong international network and multilingual consultants, we connect companies with skilled technical and commercial professionals wherever they operate.

We work with forward-thinking manufacturers embracing digitalisation, robotics, and smart production systems. By combining our understanding of Industry 4.0 technologies with proven headhunting methods, we identify professionals skilled in automation, data-driven manufacturing, and continuous improvement, helping our clients stay competitive in the next era of industrial innovation.

join the success

Don’t just take our word for it

“When it comes to working with external partners I’m always concerned about key factors like quality of collaboration, promptness of support, flexibility, and reliability. With Witan Search, I have no more to be worried about those fundamental aspects as I consider the team as an extension of mine, always able to find tailored solutions and ensure the same high level of service. Today, after more than 2 years of constant collaboration, we can strongly affirm we have created a solid relationship of trust which will last over the years.”
Head of Talent AcquisitionAutomotive Lubricants
"We have used Witan Search for our key overseas placements during the past two years. We have found them to be professional, provide quality candidates, and demonstrate good follow-through during the process. Most importantly, they quickly filled our positions. We continue to use them because they deliver. I would recommend them to other companies that have needs in Europe."
Head of SalesChemical Manufacturing

Contact Us

Have questions or need tailored recruitment support? Fill out the form or book a meeting at your convenience.

Schedule a 15‑minute discovery call