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  1. Food manufacturing inspector

    Food manufacturing inspectors make sure that processing plants follow hygiene and safety standards, and that products are safe to eat.

    Salary: £27,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Manufacturing, Hospitality and food, Government services


  2. Food scientist

    Food scientists and food technologists develop food and drink products, making sure they are safe to consume.

    Salary: £24,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Hospitality and food, Manufacturing, Science and research


  3. Footwear designer-maker

    Footwear designer-makers produce, design and manufacture men's, women's and children's footwear.

    Salary: £24,000 to £40,000

    Found in: Creative and media, Manufacturing


  4. Foundry moulder

    Foundry moulders create moulds and castings to make parts and components for use in industry and manufacturing.

    Salary: £23,000 to £30,000

    Found in: Engineering and maintenance, Manufacturing


  5. Garment technologist

    Garment technologists check the quality of designs, fabrics and products that are sent to manufacturers for production.

    Salary: £23,000 to £35,000

    Found in: Manufacturing, Science and research


  6. Glassmaker

    Craft glassmakers design and create glass objects from windows, mirrors and tableware to one-off display pieces.

    Salary: Variable

    Found in: Creative and media, Manufacturing


  7. Leather craftworker

    Leather craftworkers make clothes, shoes and accessories from leather, using traditional methods.

    Salary: £21,000 to £30,000

    Found in: Manufacturing, Creative and media


  8. Maintenance fitter

    Maintenance fitters install, service and repair industrial machinery and equipment.

    Salary: £24,000 to £38,000

    Found in: Engineering and maintenance, Manufacturing


  9. Manufacturing systems engineer

    Manufacturing systems engineers design and install manufacturing machinery and production lines.

    Salary: £26,000 to £50,000

    Found in: Engineering and maintenance, Manufacturing


  10. Marine engineer

    Marine engineers build and repair boats, ships, submarines, offshore platforms and drilling equipment.

    Salary: £27,000 to £55,000

    Found in: Engineering and maintenance, Environment and land, Manufacturing, Science and research


  11. Materials engineer

    Materials engineers study how materials behave under different conditions and discover ways to improve their performance or put them to new uses.

    Salary: £27,000 to £52,000

    Found in: Engineering and maintenance, Manufacturing, Science and research


  12. Materials technician

    Materials technicians test how materials behave under different conditions to help develop new products and improve existing ones.

    Salary: £20,000 to £30,000

    Found in: Science and research, Manufacturing, Engineering and maintenance


  13. Mechanical engineering technician

    Mechanical engineering technicians design, install and repair industrial machinery and parts.

    Salary: £27,000 to £47,000

    Found in: Construction and trades, Engineering and maintenance, Manufacturing


  14. Metrologist

    Metrologists use very precise measurements in science and industry to make sure that processes and products meet high standards.

    Salary: £26,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Science and research, Manufacturing, Engineering and maintenance


  15. Motor mechanic

    Motor mechanics repair and service cars and vans.

    Salary: £22,000 to £42,000

    Found in: Manufacturing, Engineering and maintenance


  16. Motorsport engineer

    Motorsport engineers design, test and build racing cars, rally cars and motorcycles.

    Salary: £27,000 to £60,000

    Found in: Engineering and maintenance, Manufacturing, Sports and leisure


  17. Musical instrument maker and repairer

    Musical instrument makers and repairers construct new musical instruments and fix ones that have been damaged.

    Salary: Variable

    Found in: Creative and media, Manufacturing


  18. Non-destructive testing technician

    Non-destructive testing (NDT) technicians test the safety of materials and components used in structures, machinery and manufactured goods.

    Salary: £28,000 to £50,000

    Found in: Engineering and maintenance, Manufacturing


  19. Packaging technologist

    Packaging technologists design and develop packaging for different products.

    Salary: £23,000 to £40,000

    Found in: Manufacturing


  20. Packer

    Packers work in factories and warehouses, putting products into containers like boxes, cans and bottles to be sent out for delivery.

    Salary: £23,000 to £28,000

    Found in: Manufacturing, Delivery and storage



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