Total 149 Manufacturing / Production job vacancies in Dover, Kent, CT16 3PX

Job Title: CNC Machine Operator

Role Overview: Join our team as a CNC Machine Operator, responsible for setting and operating Mori Seiki, Tornado CNC machines, and Citizen L32 machines to meet job specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and machining centers using Fanuc and Mitsubishi systems.
• Perform machine changeovers and manage production runs to meet targets and tolerances.
• Modify and create new programs based on drawings and component needs.
• Ensure components meet dimensions and features as per production drawings.
• Use measurement tools (Vernier, micrometers, height gauges) and record quality and production data.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to 5S principles.
• Follow health, safety, and quality guidelines.
• Conduct daily machine checks, routine maintenance, and report issues.
• Support and train others in machine operation as needed.

Requirements:

• GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Relevant apprenticeship and 3 years of CNC operating/setting experience.
• Knowledge of 5S, manufacturing drawings, and CNC programming (Desirable).
• Experience with Fanuc, Mitsubishi systems, Mori Seiki, and Tornado machines (Desirable).
• Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently.

Benefits:

• Discretionary Bonus Scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 27 days after 5 years.
• Pension Scheme.
• Secure on-site parking.

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Surface Mount Assembly Technician/Operator

Location: Rochester

The role is to assist in the manufacture of a wide range of electronic assemblies within the production department to ensure goods are produced in a timely manner to meet customer deadlines.

The Job

• Assembly of small volume surface mount PCBs by hand including operation of our reflow oven
• Manufacture of cable assemblies
• Full operation of our pick and place machine including loading components
• Programming of the pick and place for new boards using a PC
• Helping with mechanical assembly of our products when required
• Liaising with the engineering team regarding production problems
• Ensuring the work environment is kept tidy and safe

The person

• Ability to hand solder. Knowledge of IPC-A-610 (best practice) and other standards in relation to the job. An IPC qualification is highly desirable, but not essential if you have appropriate experience. Please note that part of the selection process will include a practical test.
• Experience of the assembly of SMT PCBs to required standards
• Know about pick and place technology, PCB production and gerber files
• Understand manufacturing documents and follow specific instructions
• Experience of a professional manufacturing environment
• Seeking an educated individual comfortable with PC use and effective in staff communication.
• Ideal candidate should bring existing knowledge and skills to enhance our products.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. There is some flexibility to adjust the start and finish times each day within the current general opening hours of the business. These are currently 08.00 to 17.30.

Please note this position is only suitable for candidates who are already able to live and work in the UK without restriction.

CVs in Word Format to s.visser@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk
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Great opportunity to join an established manufacturing company working 4 nights a week, Monday to Thursday, as a Machine Assistant.

Working in a manufacturing environment you will be operating the machines that manufactures packaging solutions.

Previous experience working as a Machine Assistant would be an advantage, but experience working within a fast-paced factory environment would be considered.

Working hours are Monday 8.30pm - 6.15am, Tuesday to Thursday 9.00pm - 6.15am.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing company with excellent working conditions and supportive colleagues.

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Job Opportunity: Machine Operator

Shift Options: Days or Nights

Salary: Dependant on Experience

Working within a highly process driven manufacturing site - you will be managing the raw materials and automated processes on a busy, fast paced manufacturing line. The role of machine Operator is to be responsible for operating, configuring issues and maintaining the machines throughout production, along with quality checking to ensure accuracy and reduce delays.

Responsibilities include

• Carry out pre-checks and cleaning tasks of the production line.
• Set up the machines and prepare raw materials for production.
• Replenishing packaging and films to the production line.
• Set up batches of production
• Manual handling including the stacking of finished goods.
• Maintain the hygiene of equipment.
• Complete required documentation
• Record downtime and work with the team to help minimise this.
• Resolve machine stoppages.
• Contribute to and help implement continuous improvement, to enhance quality, efficiency, safety and waste reduction.
• Support and assist training of others staff.

Skills required

• Previous experience of working with machinery and preferably within food production
• Confident with manual handling tasks; physically fit
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Competent IT skills

Benefits

• 28 days holiday incl BH
• Company Pension
• Salary rises after 1 years' service
• Night shift allowance

Working 12 hours on a permanent rota - you will typically work 4 on 4 off each cycle.

CV's in Word Format to z.rawlinson@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk

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We have an excellent opportunity for an experience CNC Press Brake operator to work on a Temporary basis for an established Engineering company in the Medway Towns.

You will be required to carry out the following tasks;

• operate and programme the machine
• bend and shape sheet metal according to specifications
• set up the machine, selecting the correct tools and materials
• monitor the process to ensure that parts are fabricated to the required specifications

You must be able to read technical drawings and be skilled at measuring and using hand tools and have previous Press Brake experience.

The hours of work are 6.00am - 2.00pm and there is scope for overtime at an enhanced rate. This role pays £11.44 - £12.00 depending on experience.

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Production Facilitator required for a fantastic company in Borough Green. A company where once a week lunch is provided and has a great working environment.

Reporting into the Shift Supervisor, you be responsible for handling the production processes to ensure customers are supplied the highest quality product.

Duties will include:

• In-house production including moulding, powder coating, assembly and packaging
• Operating relevant machinery
• Working towards KPI's
• Ad hoc warehouse duties

Monday to Friday 7am - 4pm

45hours per week

£11.53ph / £27,000k per annum

Apply today for immediate consideration.

Due to the location you will need to have access to a vehicle.

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Production Operative required on nights for a fantastic company in Borough Green. A company where once a week lunch is provided and has a great working environment.

Reporting into the Night Shift Supervisor, you be responsible for handling the production processes to ensure customers are supplied the highest quality product.

Duties will include:

Production duties such as moulding, powder coating, assembling and packaging efficiently and to a high standard.

Achieving agreed KPI's

Following Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Maintaining a tidy and clean warehouse

Supporting other departments when required

We are looking for someone who has production experience, who is a team player and possesses high attention to detail. This role requires basic computer knowledge.

This is a temporary to permanent role which is physically demanding and in a fast paced environment. This role pays up to £31,600P/a, hours of work are Monday to Thursday 6pm - 6am.

Apply today for immediate consideration.

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Production Engineer- £30,000 - £32,000 per annum, Benefits include 33 days holiday, Pension, canteen and car parking - Permanent position - Mon to Fri, 7am to 4.30pm (early finish on Fri)

Our client is a leading manufacturer of stainless steel products for various industries and due to a healthy order book they are currently looking for a Production Engineer to join their team. Working as part of a team and reporting to the Operations Manager, this role would suit someone who has previous experience in a similar role within an engineering environment.

Key Duties:

• ·Set, adjust and maintain bespoke production machinery used for cutting, forming and assembling metal parts
• ·Carry out daily and weekly maintenance duties
• ·Work with production staff to resolve technical and setting issues within a manufacturing environment

Experience:

• ·Previous experience in engineering environment a similar role - or may have Toolmaking experience
• ·Good knowledge of Hydraulics and pneumatics
• ·PLC experience would be useful
• ·Working to ISO9001 standards.
• .ONC or HNC in Mechanical Engineer (not essential)

This is a very hands on role within a busy production environment, where you will be working to support customer demand. You will be working very closely with the Production Manager who will be able to offer additional support and training for the right candidate.

In return the successful Production Engineer / Technician will be joining a successful and market leading organisation as they go through a sustained period of growth and offer future development and progression.

To hear more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Bernie by hitting the apply button now!

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

HRGO are recruiting for a Production Operative on behalf of our client in Headcorn, on the outskirts of Ashford.

This is an ongoing temporary role with the possibility of becoming permanent. Experience working on a production line is desirable and an immediate start is available for the right candidate.

Duties include:

• Working on a Production line.
• Getting products ready for delivery
• Loading heavy materials into the machines
• Moving pallets around the factory.

The role is Monday to Friday and there are 2 shift patterns, and these will rotate weekly.

• AM- 7am-3pm
• PM -3pm-11pm

Please only apply if you can cover both shift patterns. Rate of pay is £11.44ph.

If you feel you have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date CV! If you have not been contacted within a week, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We are currently looking to recruit a Machine Assistant on the night shift.

Working in a manufacturing environment you will be operating the machines that manufactures packaging solutions.

Previous experience working as a Machine Assistant would be an advantage, but experience working within a fast-paced factory environment would be considered.

Working hours are Monday 8.30pm - 6.15am, Tuesday - Thursday 9.00pm - 6.15am.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing company with excellent working conditions and supportive colleagues.

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HRGO are currently recruiting for a Welder, Fabricator & Assembly Operative for our client based in Ashford.

This is a perm opportunity.

Our client is currently looking for someone who is an qualified and experienced operative who has the ability to Weld, Fabricate and Assemble their diverse product range to a given drawing and specification.

Hours:

Mon - Thurs, 0800 - 1700

Fri, 0800 - 1600

Pay:

£13.50ph + bonus incentive

£32,211 Annual (including bonus incentive)

Responsibilities:

• Undertaking the Welding, Fabrication and Assembly process for steel components
• Ensuring quality, consistency and integrity of the weld and fabrication process
• Able to self-inspect and complete work to the Quality Standards the Business Adheres to.
• Being Pro-active with your role, highlighting and recording any possible issues / problems / variances during the weld and fabrication process, as well as contributing any ideas and suggestions to the company
• To assist with general housekeeping and general production operations as required.

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous Welding & Fabricating Experience is essential

If this sounds like an ideal role for you, then please apply today!

HRGO Ashford Branch

Hays recruitment are recruiting for a Production Manager for our client based in Dartford. This is a full-time permanent position starting asap.

Monday to Friday
8am till 16:30pm

Salary
£28,000 - £32,000

Duties:
- Carry out machine programming.
- Develop machine operation procedures and work instructions.
- Ensure that new products are suitable for manufacturing.
- Reviewing daily reports generated from the SMD production line.
- Carry out machine processing.
- Provide productivity reports.

If you are interested in this role, please call James on 01622 235691 or email your CV

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Do currently work in Construction? Are you a 360 Operator within the civil engineering space and looking for a new opportunity? If the answers is yes, we have roles opening with a reputable civil engineering company in the Dover area.

• Role: 360 Operator

• Location: Dover
• Contract type: Temporary (Full time)
• Start date: ASAP
• Pay rate: £21-22 per hour.
• Fawkes & Reece contact: Shay Tobin (Brighton Office)

The company:

A well-established national civil engineering company that focuses on the highways, bridges, airports, sewage systems, pipelines, and railways.

The role:

As a Civil Engineering operative, you will be responsible for:

• Trench work
• Duct laying
• Backfill and reinstatement work.
• Utility main laying

About you:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience working within the civil engineering space.
• Be able to work in a team or alone.
• Conscious of health & safety

To be successful in your application for this role you will have and be able to demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

• You will need a current and valid CPCS card.
• Any of the following qualifications would be an additional benefit; street works; abrasive wheels and manual handling.
• Fit for work would be desirable.

What to do next:

If this role meets your expectations and aspirations, please click the apply now link. If this one is not for you, but you would like to discuss other options or for us to act as an agent to secure you a new contract please do not hesitate to call Shay on 07752467534 for a confidential consultation.

Production Operative

Mechanical / Electro Mechanical Assembler

Location: Sandwich

Job Purpose:

Assemble mechanical and electro-mechanical components based on engineering drawings and instructions, ensuring high-quality standards and safety compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Safely complete tasks following health and safety policies.
• Use hand/bench tools effectively.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and instructions.
• Maintain quality throughout all assembly tasks.
• Follow instructions from the Line Manager and team.
• Work independently or as part of a team.
• Conduct supplier/customer visits (requires a valid driver's license and passport).

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education in English, Maths, and a science subject.
• Experience in mechanical/electro-mechanical assembly.
• ESD experience preferred but not essential.
• Skilled in using hand tools, including torque drivers.

Skills:

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and maintain quality standards.

CVs in Word Format to s.visser@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk
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Job Title: Reeler B2 Fork lift operator

Location: Sheerness
Shift: Varies depending on vessel schedule (6 am - 6 pm / 6 pm - 6 am)
Pay Rate: From £12.25 per hour
Access to own vehicle preferred due to site location

Working Hours:

• 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM / 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM

Position Overview:

McGinley Supports Services is looking for experienced Reeler Forklift Truck Drivers / FLT Operatives to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks related to the safe and efficient movement of cargo.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating a Forklift to transport cargo
• Operating FLT with reeler attachment
• Loading and unloading trucks and containers safely and efficiently
• Stacking and organizing pallets and other items within the shed
• Conducting pre-operation inspections of the forklift to ensure it is in proper working condition

Qualifications:

• Recent experience driving a Forklift Truck (Reach or Counterbalance) is essential - NPORS, ITSAR or RTITB certificate
• COSHH
• Manual Handling

Immediate Start Available!

Please apply or call Alex at 07443248416.

As an equal opportunities employer McGinley Support Services (Infrastructure) Ltd is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective applicants. We actively seek applications from all sectors of the community and particularly encourage applications from women, those with a disability (that is permissible to a safety-critical environment) and ethnically diverse or ethnic minority candidates, as these groups are underrepresented throughout the construction industry.

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