Hutchinson Engineering

Hutchinson Engineering Supplier of components & sub-assemblies for transport, EVs, agricultural & construction machinery

Hutchinson Engineering is a strategic supplier of components and complex sub-assemblies to global brands in the crushing and screening, agricultural and transport sectors such as Wrightbus, Terex, Sandvik, Caterpillar and Metso: Outotec. Global brands require world-class suppliers, so in 2021 the company set out to build Europe’s most technologically advanced laser cutting and automated storage sy

stem to date. The £4million investment is playing a major role in the company strategy to increase fabrication capacity by 50% in 2023. Clients are benefitting through better quality, lead times and service. Hutchinson Engineering has a strong focus on ESG and is working proactively to help clients to reduce their Scope 3 carbon emissions. The company aims to be carbon neutral by the end of 2023 and is working towards several UN Sustainable Development Goals. The company is committed to continuous improvement and is working on R&D projects with clients, universities and colleges around robotics, automation, and electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles. Hutchinson Engineering is accredited to ISO 9001, ISO 14,001 and ISO 45,001, and is an Investors in People Gold employer.

🍉 Starting September Feeling RefreshedThis week at Hutchinson, we kicked off our September Reset with a Healthy Breakfas...
02/09/2026

🍉 Starting September Feeling Refreshed

This week at Hutchinson, we kicked off our September Reset with a Healthy Breakfast Morning across our canteens.

Colleagues were able to enjoy a selection of delicious, healthy breakfast options – a simple way to start the day well, catch up with colleagues and refocus after the summer.

Our September Reset is all about encouraging small, positive changes to our everyday routines that can support our health and wellbeing. Starting the day with a balanced breakfast is just one of those small habits that can make a difference to our energy, concentration and how we feel throughout the day.

A great start to September and a positive way to get back into our routines for the months ahead. 💚

Rise. Refuel. Reset.

Small habits. Big impact.

We once invested in an expensive new machine.Then watched it sit unused for weeks.The technology wasn’t the problem.The ...
02/09/2026

We once invested in an expensive new machine.

Then watched it sit unused for weeks.

The technology wasn’t the problem.

The problem was that our team didn’t fully understand what it could do or how it could make their work better.

Once we started having those conversations, something changed.

People became curious.

They wanted to understand the machine, explore its capabilities, and see how they could use it in their roles.

It was a simple reminder for us:

Buying new technology is only the first step.

If you want innovation to deliver results, you need to bring your people with you.

Explain why it matters. Show them what’s possible. Give them the opportunity to ask questions and get involved.

Because the best technology in the world means very little if your people aren't empowered to use it.

01/09/2026

Innovation isn’t about chasing the latest technology.

It’s about building a culture where people are encouraged to ask questions, challenge how things are done and find a better way.

That’s what has helped Hutchinson keep evolving for more than 50 years.

AI, automation and digitalisation are changing the way we work, but the goal is still the same:

Help good people do better work.

That’s the kind of innovation that actually matters.

📢 We’re Hiring – Skilled FabricatorsWe’re currently looking for skilled and experienced Fabricators to join the team at ...
26/08/2026

📢 We’re Hiring – Skilled Fabricators

We’re currently looking for skilled and experienced Fabricators to join the team at Hutchinson.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established company, become part of a skilled team and play an important role in delivering quality fabrication work across a variety of projects.

We’re looking for skilled Fabricators who bring experience, a strong work ethic and a commitment to maintaining high standards in everything they do.

If you’re ready for a new challenge and would like to take the next step in your career with Hutchinson, we’d love to hear from you.

🔗 Ready to join Hutchinson? Apply today by clicking the link below.
https://bit.ly/4xgxCNu

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When you're focused on the next milestone, it's easy to forget how far you've already come.So we took a moment to look b...
26/08/2026

When you're focused on the next milestone, it's easy to forget how far you've already come.

So we took a moment to look back at the last 18 months.

And the numbers tell a story.

- 4,000+ tonnes of steel processed
- 40,000+ production orders completed
- 7,600+ hours spent designing and problem-solving
- 11,000 hours invested in training our people
- 8 new careers started through apprenticeships and graduate placements
- 12 community organisations supported

And that's just part of it.

Behind every number is a customer, a challenge, and someone at Hutchinson making it happen.

These results don't happen because of one machine, one department, or one decision.

They happen because our people consistently show up, solve problems, support each other and deliver.

We’re proud of what the team has achieved over the past 18 months.

And even more excited about what comes next.

25/08/2026

“Half a day on a Hutchinson Lean Tour could save your business £20,000.”

That’s exactly what Ryan Tierney took away from his visit to Hutchinson.

After touring factories across Japan, China, America and beyond, Ryan described Hutchinson as being up there with some of the best he’s seen.

But the real value came from spotting one practical idea he can take back into his own business.

That’s what our Lean Tours are designed to do.

Give you practical ideas, fresh thinking and real examples you can use.

Our next tour is on 15th September.

If you’re looking to start your Lean journey or take it further, we’d love to welcome you.

📢 We’re Recruiting – Maintenance Apprentice! 🔧⚙️We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice to join our Maintenance team an...
24/08/2026

📢 We’re Recruiting – Maintenance Apprentice! 🔧⚙️

We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice to join our Maintenance team and start building a career in engineering and maintenance.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a variety of maintenance and repair tasks, working alongside our experienced team and contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of our facilities.

You’ll have the chance to develop practical skills, build your engineering knowledge and gain valuable experience in a real working environment.

📩 Interested? Get in touch and apply now! contact [email protected] to learn more

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🍀 Good luck to everyone receiving their results! 🍀Today is a big day for so many young people, and everyone at Hutchinso...
20/08/2026

🍀 Good luck to everyone receiving their results! 🍀

Today is a big day for so many young people, and everyone at Hutchinson would like to wish you the very best as you receive your results.

Whatever the outcome, today is just one step in your journey and the beginning of many exciting opportunities ahead.

We're particularly looking forward to welcoming our new apprentices to Hutchinson as they take their first steps into their careers and begin an exciting new chapter with us.

Through the Creighton Hutchinson Academy, we're proud to be growing future talent by investing in young people and giving them the opportunity to learn, develop and build their careers through a combination of training, mentoring and valuable hands-on experience.

We believe in creating opportunities for the next generation, helping our apprentices develop their skills and confidence while learning from experienced people across the business.

🌱 Today it's results. Next, it's the start of your career.

Good luck to everyone receiving results – believe in yourself, be proud of how far you've come and look forward to what comes next.

And to our new apprentices… we can't wait to welcome you to Hutchinson! 👏

Creighton Hutchinson Academy | Growing Future Talent

As we continue to grow, one thing remains the same.Our people come first.That's why we're delighted to launch the Employ...
19/08/2026

As we continue to grow, one thing remains the same.

Our people come first.

That's why we're delighted to launch the Employment Hero People Platform across Hutchinson.

This is another step in creating an even better experience for our team, giving everyone one place to access the information, resources, and support they need throughout their journey with us.

For us, investing in technology isn't just about improving processes.

It's about making life easier for our people, strengthening our culture, and ensuring every team member feels supported.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped bring this project to life.

When we invest in our people, we invest in the future of Hutchinson.

We're excited to see the positive impact this will have across the business.

18/08/2026

A great place to work doesn’t happen by accident.

It comes from the standards you set, the environment you create and the way people look after it every day.

At Hutchinson, we’ve worked hard to challenge the old idea that manufacturing has to be dirty, dated or somewhere people simply put up with.

We want people to come into a workplace they’re proud of.

Because when you create the right environment, people take more pride in the work too.

And right now, we’re growing the team.

We’re recruiting for:

– Coating Technician
– Fabricator

If you’re looking for a role in a modern manufacturing environment where high standards really matter, we’d love to hear from you.

Address

58A Drumagarner Road, Kilrea
Coleraine
BT515TE

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 2pm

Telephone

+442829540302

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