Manufacturing Operative

Sterling Cross; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Kent is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Operative for a full-time role. You will set up equipment, perform quality testing, and ensure production standards in a dynamic team environment. Candidates should have manufacturing experience and a forklift licence, with a salary of £28,100 p.a. plus benefits, including private healthcare and training opportunities.

Benefits

Private healthcare (after 3 months)

25 days annual leave

Enhanced overtime rates

Funded training

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in operating heavy machinery and computer-controlled equipment.
• Flexible and proactive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commitment to maintaining production standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment, perform quality checks, and document data.
• Support junior staff and contribute to waste reduction initiatives.
• Perform quality testing on manufactured compounds and communicate results.

Skills

Production or manufacturing experience

Forklift licence or proven experience

Health and safety awareness

Communication and teamwork skills

Physical fitness for manual handling

Excel proficiency

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Overview

A leading manufacturing company in East Kent is seeking a skilled and adaptable Manufacturing Operative to join their dynamic team. This is a multi-skilled role suited to individuals with hands-on experience in operating heavy machinery and computer-controlled equipment, who are committed to maintaining high production standards in a safe, efficient environment.

Location: Sandwich, Kent. Type: Permanent - Full time, 4 on/4 off shifts (06:00 – 18:00 and 18:00 – 06:00). Salary: A£28,100 p.a. + overtime enhancements and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment, assist with maintenance, carry out visual quality checks, and document machine data.
• Operate forklift, support junior staff, and contribute to continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives.
• Perform quality testing on manufactured compounds and communicate results to relevant teams.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in production or manufacturing
• Forklift licence or proven forklift experience
• Strong awareness of health and safety
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
• Flexible, proactive, and confident using Excel

Benefits

• Private healthcare (after 3 months)
• 25 days annual leave
• Christmas shut down
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Funded training for professional development

If you're ready to bring your skills to a fast-paced, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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