Job Description

Production Operative (Experienced Assembly Focus)
Mid Kent Site (Reporting to East Kent Depot)
£17.00 £18.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Monday to Friday 39 hours per week
Temp to Perm Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Factory Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business. This role will be based at their Mid Kent site, while reporting into their East Kent depot. It is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and detail-driven individual with a proven background in assembly work, looking for long-term progression within a supportive and quality-focused environment.

The position will begin in an Assembly Operative capacity, where you will be responsible for learning the full build and inspection process of manufactured products. For the right candidate, there is a opportunities to progress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working within a busy manufacturing environment assembling and building products
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure all products meet strict standards
• Following detailed work instructions with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Supporting production processes from assembly through to final inspection
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment in line with health & safety standards
• (Progression) Supervising and supporting team members as a Production Leader

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Proven experience in a factory or manufacturing environment, ideally within assembly roles
• Strong attention to detail with a clear focus on quality
• A reliable, punctual and consistent work ethic
• Ability to use initiative and work independently when required
• Good understanding of health and safety practices
• Previous team leader or supervisory experience would be an advantage but is not essential

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business that values experience and offers genuine career progression for the right individual.

This role is being managed by Sammy Messenger or Emily Powell Manufacturing, Engineering and Technical Division at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.

To apply or find out more, please call (phone number removed).

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