Factory Operative

Pearson Whiffin; Chatham; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in Rochester is seeking full-time Factory Operatives. This hands-on, physical role involves working with cast metal parts in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should be physically fit and comfortable using various tools and machinery. The role offers £29,565.12 with a 4-day working week from Monday to Thursday, 06:00 – 18:00. Immediate consideration available through application.

Qualifications

• Access to own transport due to location and start time.
• Physically fit for heavy lifting and manual tasks.
• Comfortable in warm and dusty environments.
• Experience in factory, engineering, or manufacturing settings.

Responsibilities

• Fettling and grinding of metal castings.
• Shot blasting and etching parts.
• Operating and maintaining machinery.
• Recording production data and completing paperwork.

Skills

Manual handling

Using hand tools

Machine operation

Safety-conscious

Tools

Power tools

Band saw

Job description

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Rochester (Must drive due to location and early start time)
£29,565.12
Monday–Thursday 06:00 – 18:00 (4-day working week!)

We’re working with a well-established manufacturing company looking for Factory Operatives to join their team on a full-time basis. This is a hands-on, physical role in a fast-paced production environment. You'll be working with cast metal parts, using various tools and machinery to prepare products for the next stage of production.

Duties will include:

• Fettling and grinding of metal castings using power tools
• Manual handling – moving boxes and materials
• Shot blasting (machine operation)
• Etching parts using specialist hand tools
• Operating a band saw when required
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment and workspaces
• Recording production data on a touchscreen system
• Completing paperwork to track tasks completed

The ideal candidate will:

• Have access to their own transport due to the location and start time
• Be physically fit – heavy lifting and manual handling are part of the role
• Be comfortable working in a warm and sometimes dusty environment
• Have previous experience in a factory, engineering, or manufacturing setting
• Be confident using hand tools and machinery (training can be provided)
• Be safety-conscious and understand the importance of PPE and workplace cleanliness

If you’re looking for a physical, hands-on role with a stable and growing business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration!

If you believe you meet the above criteria, please apply for immediate consideration!

This role is being handled by Sammy Messenger, Manufacturing, Engineering & Technical Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment