Manufacturing
HR and health & safety expertise built for UK manufacturers. From factory floor safety to shift pattern management, we help you run a compliant, productive, and safe operation.
The HR Challenges Facing Manufacturing
We understand the specific workforce issues your industry faces — and we have proven solutions for each one.
Factory Floor Safety
Managing health & safety obligations in environments with heavy machinery, hazardous substances, and manual handling.
Shift Pattern Complexity
Managing rotating shifts, night work, working time regulations, and ensuring fair scheduling across production lines.
Skills Shortages
Recruiting and retaining skilled operatives and engineers in a competitive labour market with an ageing workforce.
TUPE & Restructuring
Managing workforce changes during acquisitions, contract transfers, and operational restructuring common in manufacturing.
How We Support Manufacturing Businesses
Tailored HR solutions designed specifically for the manufacturing sector.
Factory Safety Compliance
Comprehensive health & safety programmes including risk assessments, COSHH management, machinery safety, and accident prevention strategies.
Shift Worker Contracts
Compliant employment contracts covering rotating shifts, night work premiums, overtime, and working time regulation requirements.
Workforce Planning
Strategic workforce planning, succession management, and recruitment strategies to address skills shortages and an ageing workforce.
TUPE Management
Expert support through TUPE transfers, redundancy programmes, and restructuring processes common in the manufacturing sector.
Health & Safety Training
Mandatory safety training, toolbox talks, COSHH awareness, and management development programmes for manufacturing teams.
Compliance Audits
Regular HR and health & safety audits to maintain compliance with employment law, HSE requirements, and industry standards.
Why Manufacturing Businesses Choose Us
We're not a generic HR provider. Our sector-specialist approach means you get consultants who truly understand your industry.
Manufacturing Specialists
Our team understands factory operations, shift patterns, union relations, and the specific safety challenges of manufacturing environments.
Safety-First Approach
We prioritise health & safety compliance, helping you create a culture of safety that protects your people and your business.
Rapid Response
Manufacturing can't afford delays. We resolve urgent HR and safety issues within 48 hours and provide 24/7 emergency support.
Fixed Monthly Fee
Transparent pricing that works with manufacturing budgets. No hidden costs, no matter how complex the issue.
“Infinity HR's understanding of manufacturing HR is outstanding. They helped us navigate a complex TUPE transfer of 150 employees without a single claim, and our factory safety record has never been better.”
Manufacturing HR Questions
Common questions from manufacturing businesses about our HR support.
Do you understand manufacturing health & safety?
Yes. We have specialist knowledge of factory safety requirements including PUWER (machinery safety), COSHH (hazardous substances), manual handling regulations, noise at work, and DSEAR (dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres).
Can you help manage complex shift patterns?
Absolutely. We design compliant shift pattern frameworks covering rotating shifts, continental patterns, 12-hour shifts, and night work. We ensure all arrangements comply with working time regulations and include proper rest break provisions.
Do you have experience with TUPE transfers?
Yes. TUPE is common in manufacturing, and we've managed hundreds of transfers. We handle the full process including consultation, due diligence, harmonisation, and ongoing integration of transferred employees.
Can you help with union relations?
Yes. We support businesses with recognised unions, helping manage collective agreements, consultation processes, and building constructive working relationships with trade union representatives.
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Expert HR for Manufacturing Businesses
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