Powder Coating Operative

New Appointments Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave plus bank hols

Holiday purchase scheme

Staff discount on products

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Company pension scheme

Job summary

New Appointments Group is seeking an Assembly & Warehouse Operative in Ashford to join a busy production and yard environment. The role is temp to perm, with hours Monday to Friday 8:00am–5:30pm and some Saturdays 7:00am–11:00am, requiring practical hands-on work and reliability.

The successful candidate will lift, clean, grind and file galvanised steel components to a high standard and contribute to efficient powder coating prep. Own transport is essential due to location.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Able to perform manual handling and heavy lifting.
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Carry out lifting, cleaning, grinding and filing of galvanised steel products prior to powder coating.

Skills

Manual handling

Heavy lifting

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Reliability

Job description

Assembly & Warehouse Operative - Temp to Perm Opportunity

Location: Ashford

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm, plus alternate Saturdays, 7:00am - 11:00am

We are currently recruiting for a Powder Coating Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business in Ashford. This is an excellent temporary-to-permanent opportunity for a hardworking and reliable individual who enjoys a hands‑on role within a busy production and yard environment.

The job entails lifting, cleaning, grinding and filing of galvanised steel products to a high standard prior to the powder coating process.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment
• Ability to carry out manual handling and heavy lifting duties
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work on own initiative

Benefits Upon Permanent Employment

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Staff discount on products
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Company pension scheme

Due to the location, own transport is essential

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.