We have a fantastic opportunity as a Maintenance Engineer, to work with our client based near the Rochester area. The role offers a competitive salary and great benefits that come with working with a well-established company. Key Requirements: * Proven experience with high-speed packing machinery * Background in food manufacturing environment * Strong problem-solving skills * Det il-oriented with a passion for precision Hours: 4 on 4 off, rotating day and night shift pattern. 41.75 hours per week. 1.5 hour break Duties & Responsibilities: * Oversee both reactive and proactive maintenance tasks, encompassing addressing breakdowns and scheduled maintenance for packaging machinery. * Respond swiftly to breakdowns to minimize machinery downtime. * Champion and prompt continuous improvements throughout the factory, enhancing quality, efficiency, performance, safety, and reducing waste. * Take charge of completing planned preventive maintenance (PPM) tasks and daily checks promptly. * Contribute to the training of colleagues and identify you

We have a fantastic opportunity as a Maintenance Engineer, to work with our client based near the Rochester area. The role offers a competitive salary and great benefits that come with working with a well-established company. Key Requirements: * Proven experience with high-speed packing machinery * Background in food manufacturing environment * Strong problem-solving skills * Det

Senior Product Inspection Engineer Working for a global manufacturing company at the Gillingham site, as Senior Product Inspection Engineer you will provide critical measurement expertise to support essential engineering activities, ranging from product performance validation to new product development. Working collaboratively with a dynamic team of Inspection Engineers and Technicians you'll b utilising advanced measurement technologies and facilities to contribute to the development of innovative technology aimed at achieving a carbon-free future. About you The ideal candidate will have previous experience in dimensional metrology or precision engineering, with a solid fundamental knowledge of measurement best practices. The role requires proficiency in using both manual and digital microscopes, as well as contact and optical 3D metrology equipment, such as Zygo and Taylor Hobson surface measurement instruments. Key responsibilities include interpreting complex engineering drawings and GD&T specifications, ensuring meticulous attention to detail, and applying strong proble

Senior Product Inspection Engineer Working for a global manufacturing company at the Gillingham site, as Senior Product Inspection Engineer you will provide critical measurement expertise to support essential engineering activities, ranging from product performance validation to new product development. Working collaboratively with a dynamic team of Inspection Engineers and Technicians you'll b

Your new company An internationally known manufacturer of safe, durable and unique furniture for multiple public sector organisations. The head office based in Kent has been in operation for over 40 years and has grown from a local company to operating across the globe delivering top quality furniture and customer services to their clients. Your new role With the projections of continue growth over the next few years, this company are looking for a Head of Sustaining Engineering to join their team. This is a newly created role and the ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining and supporting our existing products and services. They will work to ensure their products and services are best-in-class, that they continue to meet the needs of customers and that they are environmentally conscious. The job holder will also identify and contribute to the resolution of any issues raised with our products or services. Key Responsibilities & Duties * Lead, coach and motivate the Sustaining Engineering team * Identify and lead sustaining engineering activities f

Your new company An internationally known manufacturer of safe, durable and unique furniture for multiple public sector organisations. The head office based in Kent has been in operation for over 40 years and has grown from a local company to operating across the globe delivering top quality furniture and customer services to their clients. Your new role With the projections of continue

Component Application Leader Working for a global manufacturer at the Gillingham operations, as Component Application Leader, you will be leading technical projects and will be working cross-functionally with product and manufacturing engineering, project management and with Customer Managers to support specified customers. This will include the preparation and presenting of design reviews, mee ing regularly by Teams to ensure customer requests are met to a high standard. Following EOS framework and procedures, the ability to execute tasks to achieve project objective including cost, quality and timings, which will result in provision of report, presentations and technical documentation for both internal departments and external customers. As an analytical thinker, you will be able to apply engineering standards, procedures and methodologies to executive project activities, solving problems and analysing technical gaps in requirements to include specifications and BOMs, DFMEA, simulations and defining validation plans. You will lead design preparations and reviews and have a

Component Application Leader Working for a global manufacturer at the Gillingham operations, as Component Application Leader, you will be leading technical projects and will be working cross-functionally with product and manufacturing engineering, project management and with Customer Managers to support specified customers. This will include the preparation and presenting of design reviews, mee

Working with a global manufacturing company within their technical operations based in Gillingham, as Technical Centre manager, you will be a key member of the management team and Production Engineering. Working as a pivotal interface with other site functions, you will enable the development of products and systems to the required cost, performance and quality target to ensure a seamless launch o products and customer programmes. Additionally, you will focus on CI, efficiencies and capabilities of teams to define and achieve targets. You will be promoting an environmental culture, maintaining ISO14001 and IATF 16949 , developing the team to their highest potential with an eye on succession planning, with a clear plan on delivery of projects within budget . About you With a minimum of 5 years' experience from within an engineering or manufacturing environment, you will be a strategic thinker, able to manage a large number of projects simultaneously in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. As a development leader of people, your ability to manage multi-functional teams will be key t

Working with a global manufacturing company within their technical operations based in Gillingham, as Technical Centre manager, you will be a key member of the management team and Production Engineering. Working as a pivotal interface with other site functions, you will enable the development of products and systems to the required cost, performance and quality target to ensure a seamless launch o

CNC Operative / Programmer Aylesford upto £40,000pa + Benefits Monday to Friday (38hrs/wk) Our client based in Aylesford is a leading manufacturer who is looking for an experienced CNC Operative / Programmer to join their business. If you have experience with CNC operation/programming and are looking for a company that will value you, then this is the role for you! Duties include: - Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning, and grinding according to specifications. - Program CNC machines using CAM software based on engineering drawings, blueprints, or CAD models. - Using a range of hand/powered tools - Routine maintenance of machines and reporting any major faults - Carrying out inspections of finished products and reporting any defects Candidate Profile: - Min 2 years experience operating or programming CNC machines, ideally 3 or 5-axis machines - Previous experience using hand tools and saws - Ability to read technical drawings - Knowledge in CAD/CAM software They are looking to hire immediately, so apply today!

CNC Operative / Programmer Aylesford upto £40,000pa + Benefits Monday to Friday (38hrs/wk) Our client based in Aylesford is a leading manufacturer who is looking for an experienced CNC Operative / Programmer to join their business. If you have experience with CNC operation/programming and are looking for a company that will value you, then this is the role for you! Duties include: - Set

We are recruiting a Factory Operative to work within an Engineering Company on a permanent basis. Ideally you will have previous factory/ manufacturing experience, however full training will be provided. Your main duties will include: * Processing of parts in accordance with Works Instruction. * Filing of castings/moulded parts using compressed air driven hand grinding tools * Manual Handling * Moving boxes of castings around the factory and general housekeeping * Band saw operation * Shot blasting/etching of castings * Completing the relevant job cards You will be working 40 hours per week, Monday-Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm and Friday 07:30am - 1:30pm. The hourly pay rate is £11.59 per hour pus overtime at an enhanced rate. The company also offers overtime at an enhanced rate and there are opportunities for career advancement.

We are recruiting a Factory Operative to work within an Engineering Company on a permanent basis. Ideally you will have previous factory/ manufacturing experience, however full training will be provided. Your main duties will include: * Processing of parts in accordance with Works Instruction. * Filing of castings/moulded parts using compressed air driven hand grinding tools * Manual

A rare opportunity has arisen within a long established manufacturing company in the Medway Towns for a CNC Operative to work nights in their machine shop on a permanent basis. The position involves: * Processing mouldings within the machining department encompassing CNC turning, CNC milling, manual turning, manual milling and drilling. * Processing of parts in accordance with the releva t drawings, techniques and instructions. You may also be required to undertake the following tasks on occasion: * Inspection of machined parts. * First off checks of other operators work. * Duties may vary and can include other roles when required. Working Hours: This is a 46 hour per week role, Monday-Thursday 18.00-06.00, paying £14.34 per hour, however training will initially be on days Monday-Thursday 06.00-16.30, Friday 06.00-14.30, 48 hours per week paying £12.47 per hour. The ideal candidate will have previous manufacturing and CNC experience, must work well under pressure and to deadlines, have excellent time keeping skills, a positive can-do attitude and great

A rare opportunity has arisen within a long established manufacturing company in the Medway Towns for a CNC Operative to work nights in their machine shop on a permanent basis. The position involves: * Processing mouldings within the machining department encompassing CNC turning, CNC milling, manual turning, manual milling and drilling. * Processing of parts in accordance with the releva

A rare opportunity has arisen within a long established engineering company for a Health, Safety and Environmental Co-Ordinator to join their team. The role requires preparing and conducting regular training sessions with shop floor employees to ensure they are kept up to date on policy and best practice and to organise regulatory checks for specialist activities. Reporting to the General Ma ager your main duties will include to: * Promote a safety-first culture. * Promote the company's environmental objectives. * Liaise closely with the General Manager, Operations Manager, and functional team leaders to ensure risk assessments are up to date, understood and observed. * Ensure that the companies legal register is accurate and reflects its current activities. * Train employees in the requirements of legislation specific to their role. * Promote compliance of the company's requirements with contractors and visitors. * Constantly review and improve the company's approach to health, safety, and environmental legislation. * Investigate accidents, near misses and env

A rare opportunity has arisen within a long established engineering company for a Health, Safety and Environmental Co-Ordinator to join their team. The role requires preparing and conducting regular training sessions with shop floor employees to ensure they are kept up to date on policy and best practice and to organise regulatory checks for specialist activities. Reporting to the General Ma

We are recruiting on behalf of one of our long established client for a Machine Shop Operative to work in the workshop of an engineering company based in Medway Towns. Your role will involve assisting the workshop section leader in all aspects of carrying out daily production tasks in a timely and efficient way, ensuring that client's needs and expectations are met. You will have experience f working in a metal workshop environment. Experience of operating machine tools such as Press Brake, Guillotine, Rollers etc. would be advantageous however not essential as training will be provided. In addition to this you will be a team player, proactive and be well organised. Hours of work are Monday to Thursday, 08.00 to 16.30 and Friday 08.00 to 15.30. The position is initially on a temporary basis with an opportunity for permanent employment after a qualifying period, for the right candidate.

We are recruiting on behalf of one of our long established client for a Machine Shop Operative to work in the workshop of an engineering company based in Medway Towns. Your role will involve assisting the workshop section leader in all aspects of carrying out daily production tasks in a timely and efficient way, ensuring that client's needs and expectations are met. You will have experience

We are recruiting on behalf of one of our long established client for a Workshop Operative to work in the Fabrication department of an engineering company based in Medway Towns. Your role will involve assisting the workshop section leader in all aspects of carrying out daily production tasks in a timely and efficient way, ensuring that client's needs and expectations are met. You will have e perience of working in a metal workshop environment. Experience of operating machine tools such as Press Brake, Guillotine, Rollers etc. would be advantageous however not essential as training will be provided. In addition to this you will be a team player, proactive and be well organised. Hours of work are Monday to Thursday, 08.00 to 16.30 and Friday 08.00 to 15.30. The position is initially on a temporary basis with an opportunity for permanent employment after a qualifying period, for the right candidate.

We are recruiting on behalf of one of our long established client for a Workshop Operative to work in the Fabrication department of an engineering company based in Medway Towns. Your role will involve assisting the workshop section leader in all aspects of carrying out daily production tasks in a timely and efficient way, ensuring that client's needs and expectations are met. You will have e

Job Ref: 4554800 Job Title: Site Engineer Location: Maidstone Start: May / June 2024 Project: Large scale steel-framed commercial development in Maidstone We currently have a vacancy for a Site Engineer for a large scale steel-framed commercial development in Maidstone To apply for this role, please email your CV quoting job reference number 4554800 in the subject of the email. For more information on this vacancy, please contact Richard Pitcher on 07842780205 and quote job reference number 4554800 Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Job Ref: 4554800 Job Title: Site Engineer Location: Maidstone Start: May / June 2024 Project: Large scale steel-framed commercial development in Maidstone We currently have a vacancy for a Site Engineer for a large scale steel-framed commercial development in Maidstone To apply for this role, please email your CV quoting job reference number 4554800 in the subject of the email.

Mobile Phone repair Technician - MUST BE BASED IN KENT Full time/ Permanent Hours- 8:00am -17:00pm Mon- Fri (12:pm finish every fortnight) £24,000+ available overtime Our Client in Maidstone is looking for a mobile repair technician * you will be conducting repairs on our customer's devices. This will include things like replacing batteries, screens, internal flex replacements and eplacing cameras Skills Required: * Candidates must demonstrate an aptitude to working with:Small Screwdrivers and tweezers * Have good eyesight and an eye for detail as aesthetic finish is critical and parts are small * Must have the ability to work to deadlines and achieve high quality standards Apply now for immediate consideration! Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or ge

Mobile Phone repair Technician - MUST BE BASED IN KENT Full time/ Permanent Hours- 8:00am -17:00pm Mon- Fri (12:pm finish every fortnight) £24,000+ available overtime Our Client in Maidstone is looking for a mobile repair technician * you will be conducting repairs on our customer's devices. This will include things like replacing batteries, screens, internal flex replacements and