Total 147 Manufacturing / Production job vacancies in Ashford, Kent, TN24 8DH

We are currently looking to recruit a Machine Assistant on a long term basis for our client based in Ashford

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 on a rotating shift Monday to Thursday 6am - 2.00pm and 2pm - 10.00pm and Fridays 6.00am - 11.30am and 11.30am -5.00pm.

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

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Food Production Operatives - Night Shift

Location :　Margate, CT9

Pay Rate:　£11.44 p/hr (£8 uplift for each completed night shift)

Shift: Night Shift - Sunday - Wednesday ~ 7pm - 5am

HR GO have this excellent opportunity for you to work with our client, a food manufacturing company. Based in Thanet. Our client is looking to employ Bakery Operatives to work on a temporary to permanent contact.

The ideal candidates MUST have a food production background.

Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities:

- weigh out quantities of ingredients.

- dividing portions

- mix ingredients by hand or with catering machinery.

- prepare dough

- bake products in batches in industrial ovens.

- make quality checks.

If you feel that you have what it takes to be a baker operative, we would love to hear from you, apply today.

We endeavour to respond to all applications; however, due to the large volume this isn't always possible. If you haven't heard from us within seven days, please assume you have not been successful for this role. Thank you for your interest and please continue to look at our website for future opportunities.

50 T EXCAVATOR PLANT OPERATOR

PAY RATE: £275 PER SHIFT ( NIGHTS)

DOVER, KENT CT17

START 27.09.24

DURATION 1 WEEK

We require an experienced 50T Excavator Plant Operator for night shifts on a civils project in Dover, Kent.

You will need:

• CPCS Machine Operator W/ Lifting Ops ticket
• Full PPE 5 Point
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of Health & Safety
• Be able to provide references for previous work

Please apply for the role or for more information please contact Joe at Search on 07826 531757.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Production Technician - £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 CNC Operator / Production Technician 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 CNC Operator / Production 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!

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Production Assembly Operative / Electro - Mechanical Assembler

• Rate: £12.30 p/hr, OT £18.45 p/hr - Overtime Rate at time and a half
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8.00am - 4.45pm - 40 hours. (45-minute Lunch)
• Location: Dartford area, with free on-site car parking

Temporary On-going Assignment - Immediate start available

Production Assembly Operative / Electro - Mechanical Assembler is required by established industry leader who manufactures of various electrical power and lighting products.

The work will involve some basic electrical wiring and light assembly of lighting products, using basic hand tools.

Duties includes:

• Assembling temporary lighting products that are used on construction sites.

• Picking cabling, cutting cables to length, terminating and wiring sockets or connectors on.
• Assemble kits according to defined specifications.
• Mechanical and Electrical Assembly (Training given)

Skills Required:

• Some assembly experience is beneficial.
• Able to use hand tools.

It would be beneficial if candidates:

• Have some electrical wiring, electrical assembly or soldering experience.
• Making Cable Harnesses or Looms

Training is provided

Possible Temp to Perm Position

Location: Dartford area - Free on-site car parking

HRGO Recruitment offers permanent and temporary jobs across the UK.

We aim to respond to all applications. HRGO Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.

Are you an experienced Machine Operative?

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 nights 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 exciting temporary to permanent role based in Tonbridge for a production operative to join a well-established team. Our client manufacturer's products for the pharmaceutical industry. The role also includes packing operations.

You will be:

• orking with raw materials following instructions to produce products in bulk
• Filling bulk products into containers
• Quality checking products
• Picking stock for production and filling
• Printing labels
• Labelling filled products
• Assembling priducts
• Assisting with despatch of products
• Assisting with stock checking
• Competing documentation as required

To be considered for this role you will require basic arithmetic understanding.

This role is Monday to Friday 07:30 - 16:30 and pays £11.53ph

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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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CNC Setter Operator

We are seeking a Machine Shop CNC Setter Operator to join a leading manufacturing business with impressive growth plans. If you're looking for an opportunity to contribute to this success, read on!

Job Description:

As a CNC Setter Operator, you will set and operate CNC multi-tasking lathes to manufacture components from raw materials for internal assembly flow lines. You will ensure products are of the highest quality and produced on time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set and operate CNC lathes for small to medium-sized batches.
• Inspect products using engineered drawings and measuring equipment, identifying and reporting any quality defects.
• Perform timely and regular checks on machines to maintain optimal working order and meet 5S standards.
• Optimize efficiencies, cycle times, and tool life monitoring.
• Final inspection duties, including deburring, cleaning, and performing any remedial tasks.
• Complete necessary paperwork for compliance and traceability.

Shift Pattern:

• Week 1: Monday to Friday, 6am-2pm
• Week 2: Monday to Thursday, 2pm-10:30pm, and Friday, 2pm-7:30pm

Benefits:

• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company Sick Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Subsidised restaurant facility
• Free onsite parking
• A great environment to continue your career!

CVs in Word Format to s.visser@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Committed to diversity, equality and opportunity for all. Twitter: @nagforjobs

CNC Operator

Location: Ashford

Overview of Role

We are looking for skilled CNC Operator with a keen eye for detail and a passion for maintaining high-quality standards. You will be responsible for ensuring daily line performance, upholding product specifications, and meeting stringent quality standards. This role requires adherence to all site safety procedures and a proactive, flexible approach to work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and optimise daily line performance.
• Ensure product specifications and quality standards are consistently met.
• Adhere to all site safety procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with team members.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.

What we're looking for:

• Previous CNC programming experience is essential.
• A sound understanding of Health and Safety practices.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A good team player with a "can-do" attitude.
• Computer literacy and capability to operate machinery using touch screen panels.
• Exceptional eye for detail.
• Doosan or Fanuc experience ideally

Benefits:

• 21 + 8 Bank Holidays rising to 26 + 8 Bank Holidays over time
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Life insurance + Medicash
• On-site parking

CVs in Word Format to s.visser@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk

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Production Engineer:

Working for a manufacturing business in the Sandwich area, you will be responsible for co-ordinating production engineering processes from the final design phase to full production release. Working closely with the engineering and project team along with production and supply chain, the role will be to ensure successful transition for new and existing product design and achieving project timelines within budget and to the highest quality.

Duties:

• Responsible for managing the standards, methods and procedures for design, modification and maintenance of manufacturing equipment
• Develop & deliver production plans, build documentation and route cards for a variety of engineering projects
• Contribute to the development of strategy
• Resolve manufacturing issues and work cross-functionally
• Develop best practice to improve production capacity, quality and reliability
• Contribute and support CI initiatives
• Support NPI
• Production engineering tasks with ToT
• Undertake customer and suppliers visits

You will ideally be educated in an engineering related discipline or with a recognised engineering Apprenticeship within an electro-optical manufacturing environment. You should be able to demonstrate a good understanding and application of process engineering principles, concepts, practices and standards and have the ability to implement effective and timely production solutions

Benefits:

• Holiday is 25 Days + Bank Holidays
• 9-day fortnight (every other Friday is a non-working day)
• Competitive salary, company profit sharing scheme, stakeholder pension and death in service scheme
• Rewards and recognition scheme and employee engagement initiatives

CVs in Word Format to s.visser@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk
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Temporary Helpdesk Operator

Job Title Helpdesk Operator

4 months assignment with a possible extension

£11.50 per hour (paid weekly)

Facilities Managements purpose is to manage the day to day issues that arise around station assets. FM source, maintain and upgrade station assets as and when necessary. Forecasting asset life spans and working to obtain value for money and using up and coming technology to do so.

Brief Description

Provide an efficient and effective general administrative support service to internal and external customers. The administrative support you bring will make all areas of work progress smoothly from receiving and recording faults from various contact sources, to processing, progressing and issuing permits.

About the role (Internal)

As a Helpdesk Operator, you will act as the first point of contact for all fault related issues ensuring strong and accurate customer focused skills are utilised at all times. You will own through to resolution all incidents and queries that come through to you, making sure the customer is fully updated at each step of the process. Working smartly, you will utilise all departments available to you in order to mitigate any potential or future business impact on the customer.
Key Accountabilities
1. Provide effective first level support for all business related issues and Second line support to customers logging "How do I…?" calls relating to certain standard applications
2. On behalf of customers, own and manage incidents and issues through to completion
3. Accurately log, assign and update call records with all of the relevant information and track through to closure.
4. Adhere to processes relevant to each issue to meet the business need and to minimise business impact.
5. Notify, through escalation, all protracted issues or process failures to the line manager.
6. Responsible for raising user awareness of basic software skills and best practice methods in the use of standard Network Rail software and hardware tools, to improve overall productivity and reduce the number of issues raised.

Do you have…?
* Ability to understand customer requirements and determine support requirements?
* Excellent customer service skills?

* Do you have attention to detail, are you methodical and organised?
* Able to work well within a highly disciplined team under pressure?
* The ability to prioritise competing issues?

Are you…?
* Proficient in the use of Windows 10, MS Outlook, Word and Excel? Desirable: used Concept Evolution

Please Note: This role consists of a 35 hour working week, spread over varied shift pattern and own transport is desirable as public transport is limited.
This is not an IT Helpdesk position.

Machine Operatives required for an immediate start!

Previous manufacturing experience is essential.

You will be required to work in a manufacturing environment assembling parts and products, machine minding and general production duties.

This role starts on a temporary basis initially offering 37.5 hours a week but could progress to a permanent position for the right person.

You will be required to work a weekly rotating rota covering Earlies, 6am-2pm and Lates, 2pm-10pm, Monday to Friday.

Benefits of joining our Temps team:

• Weekly pay on a Friday - smooth payment process
• Permanent opportunities available depending on the business needs
• Access to pension scheme after 12-weeks
• Working with committed and highly experienced recruitment consultants

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