KHR - Recruitment Specialists

Production Operative Tunbridge Wells (High Brooms) Immediate start (temp-to-Perm) KHR are currently supporting a well-established electrical manufacturer based in Tunbridge Wells (North Farm) who are looking for a Production Operative to join their team on a temporary basis with the potential of becoming permanent. As a Production Operative, you'll be involved in the assembly and productio of electrical components and systems, working from detailed drawings and written instructions. The role involves both manual and semi-automated processes, requiring good attention to detail, accuracy, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards throughout inspection and testing stages. Full training will be provided to meet the company's and industry's quality standards. £12.71ph Hours: Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week Choose from 8:00 am-4:00 pm or 9:00 am-5:00 pm, with an early finish on Fridays. Location & Travel: Free on-site parking is available for drivers. For those travelling by train, the site is approximately a 25-minute walk from High Brooms Train

Production Operative Tunbridge Wells (High Brooms) Immediate start (temp-to-Perm) KHR are currently supporting a well-established electrical manufacturer based in Tunbridge Wells (North Farm) who are looking for a Production Operative to join their team on a temporary basis with the potential of becoming permanent. As a Production Operative, you'll be involved in the assembly and productio

Role: Production Operative (Temp to Perm) Hours: 6:00am-3:00pm or 6:00am-4:00pm (Mon-Thurs & Tues-Fri) Salary: £26,382/£13.01ph + Lunch provided (Will significantly increase after probation) Location: Tonbridge, Kent Our client, a well-established manufacturing organisation based in Tonbridge, is currently seeking Production Operatives to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis at their si e. The Production Operative will work within a busy production environment, supporting the safe and efficient operation of machinery and manufacturing processes, ensuring consistent quality output while adhering to strict health and safety standards. Responsibilities - Operate machinery within a manufacturing environment - Handle raw materials and finished products safely - Carry out basic quality checks during production - Follow all site health, safety, and environmental procedures - Support general production duties as required - Work collaboratively with the wider production team to meet output targets - Report any faults, defects, or safety concerns promptly Job Requirem

Role: Production Operative (Temp to Perm) Hours: 6:00am-3:00pm or 6:00am-4:00pm (Mon-Thurs & Tues-Fri) Salary: £26,382/£13.01ph + Lunch provided (Will significantly increase after probation) Location: Tonbridge, Kent Our client, a well-established manufacturing organisation based in Tonbridge, is currently seeking Production Operatives to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis at their si

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Commodity Buyer to join our procurement team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for managing assigned commodity categories, ensuring continuity of supply, driving cost savings, and building strong supplier relationships to support business and production objectives. Key Responsibilities: Procurem nt & Sourcing - Manage the end-to-end procurement process for assigned commodities and components. - Source and evaluate new suppliers, materials, and alternative solutions to improve cost efficiency and supply resilience. - Conduct market analysis to monitor pricing trends, supplier risks, and commodity movements. - Lead RFQ activities, negotiate pricing and commercial terms, and secure best-value agreements. Supplier Management - Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, delivery, and performance expectations are met. - Monitor supplier KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives. - Conduct supplier reviews, audits, and performance evaluations.

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Commodity Buyer to join our procurement team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for managing assigned commodity categories, ensuring continuity of supply, driving cost savings, and building strong supplier relationships to support business and production objectives. Key Responsibilities: Procurem

Administrator - Paddock Wood Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Industry: Heavy Industry Are you a hands-on Administrator who enjoys variety in your day and thrives in a busy, down-to-earth environment? Our client, a well-established business in the heavy industry sector, is looking for an all-round Administrator to join their friendly team based in Paddock Wood. What You'll Be Do ng - Processing orders, taking payments, and maintaining accurate records and documentation - Recording all visitors and customers coming in and out of the site - Supporting various departments with general administrative duties - Keeping things running smoothly in a fast-paced, hands-on environment - Liaising with people from all walks of life - from customers to drivers to production teams - Providing excellent customer service to clients and suppliers, both over the phone and face-to-face - Answering incoming calls and responding to customer enquiries promptly and professionally What We're Looking For - Previous experience in an administrative role - A confident communicator w

Administrator - Paddock Wood Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Industry: Heavy Industry Are you a hands-on Administrator who enjoys variety in your day and thrives in a busy, down-to-earth environment? Our client, a well-established business in the heavy industry sector, is looking for an all-round Administrator to join their friendly team based in Paddock Wood. What You'll Be Do

Quality Inspector Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a detail-driven and proactive Quality nspector to support this pivotal stage of expansion. The Role As a Quality Inspector, you will be responsible for inspecting precision components and sub-assemblies, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and strict quality standards. You will play a key role in supplier quality management, non-conformance investigation, and driving a "right first time" culture across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities - Inspect components and sub-assemblies against engineering drawings and specifications - Use a range of metrology equipment including CMM and Faro Arm systems - Raise and manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and ensure timely resolution - Conduct

Quality Inspector Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a detail-driven and proactive Quality

Manual Machinist (Turner) Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are supporting an internationally recognised precision engineering business that is continuing to invest and expand its manufacturing capability. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a skilled and detail-focused Manual Machinist (Turner) to support t is pivotal stage of expansion. The Role As a Manual Machinist, you will be responsible for the manufacture of high-precision metal components using manual lathes and milling machines, ensuring all parts are produced to tight tolerances, engineering drawings, and strict quality standards. Key Responsibilities - Operate manual lathes and milling machines to produce precision components - Machine small metal parts to exact engineering specifications - Work to tight tolerances and high-quality finish standards - Read and interpret engineering drawings accurately - Carry out basic inspection of completed components - Use measuring equipment including verniers, micrometers, and bo

Manual Machinist (Turner) Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are supporting an internationally recognised precision engineering business that is continuing to invest and expand its manufacturing capability. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a skilled and detail-focused Manual Machinist (Turner) to support t

Graduate Production Engineer Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an ambitious Graduate Production E gineer to support NPI, manufacturing optimisation, CAD activities, process improvement, and projects. The Role As a Graduate Production Engineer, you will support the New Product Introduction (NPI) process and help define and improve manufacturing methods, ensuring designs are optimised for quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness. This is a hands-on role offering exposure across engineering, production, and continuous improvement within a highly technical manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities - Support the NPI process and assist in defining manufacturing routes and processes - Assist with optimisation of designs for manufacture, quality, and efficiency - Mainta

Graduate Production Engineer Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an ambitious Graduate Production E

Mechanical Assembly Technician (Cleanroom) Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a detail-focu ed Mechanical Assembly Technician to join the team at this exciting stage of expansion. The Role As a Mechanical Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for the assembly of high-precision mechanical and electrical sub-assemblies within a controlled cleanroom environment. You will support the build, test, and validation of complex engineered systems, ensuring all components meet strict quality and performance standards. Key Responsibilities - Assemble mechanical and electrical components to engineering drawings and specifications - Carry out specialist wiring and electrical testing of precision sub-assemblies - Maintain cleanroom assembly standards and procedures - Sup

Mechanical Assembly Technician (Cleanroom) Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a detail-focu

Quality Engineer Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a detail-focused Quality Engineer to su port this pivotal stage of expansion. The Role As a Quality Engineer, you will take ownership of quality assurance and continuous improvement activities across manufacturing operations, ensuring products consistently meet customer expectations and industry standards. You will lead root cause analysis, manage non-conformances, and drive corrective and preventive actions across both internal processes and supplier/customer issues. Key Responsibilities - Lead and coordinate internal and external continuous improvement activities - Manage non-conformances, customer complaints, and returns (RMA process ownership) - Carry out root cause analysis using tools such as 8D and 5 Whys

Quality Engineer Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a detail-focused Quality Engineer to su

Production Engineer Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a talented and driven Production Eng neer to support this pivotal stage of expansion. The Role As a Production Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing excellence, assisting with New Product Introduction (NPI), and ensuring production processes run efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. You will be involved in troubleshooting production issues, driving continuous improvement, and supporting root cause analysis activities across the business. Key Responsibilities - Support and contribute to the NPI process and oversee manufacturing activities - Lead and maintain 8D/RMA processes within Engineering - Carry out root cause analysis and drive corrective actions - Develop w

Production Engineer Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a talented and driven Production Eng

Production Scheduler Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an organised Production Scheduler to manag forward-looking production schedules, coordinate manufacturing workflows, and support on-time delivery. The Role As a Production Scheduler, you will be responsible for maintaining forward-looking production schedules across multiple manufacturing cells, ensuring smooth workflow, strong cross-functional communication, and consistently high on-time delivery performance. You will act as a key link between Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure all orders are planned, visible, and delivered on time. Key Responsibilities - Maintain and manage forward-looking production schedules across all products - Liaise with Sales to agree on delivery dates prior to ord

Production Scheduler Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an organised Production Scheduler to manag

Manufacturing Prepper & Cleaner Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a detail-focused Manufac uring Prepper & Cleaner to support this pivotal stage of expansion. The Role As a Manufacturing Prepper & Cleaner, you will be responsible for the cleaning, inspection, preparation, and packaging of precision components and assemblies, ensuring all parts meet strict cleanliness, quality, and specification standards required for high-performance engineering applications. Key Responsibilities Clean, visually inspect, package, and label components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies to strict standards Ensure all parts meet defined cleanliness and quality requirements prior to release Carry out leak checks on chambers and assemblies Perform bead blasting to remove surface con

Manufacturing Prepper & Cleaner Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a detail-focused Manufac

TIG Welder Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued expansion, they are seeking an experienced TIG Welder to support fabrication and weld ng activities across precision-engineered chambers, components, and assemblies. The Role As a TIG Welder, you will be responsible for the fabrication and welding of high-precision components, chambers, and sub-assemblies, ensuring all work is completed to strict quality standards, specifications, and production timelines. You will also support leak testing activities using helium mass spectrometry equipment as part of quality validation and inspection processes. Key Responsibilities - TIG weld and fabricate chambers, components, and sub-assemblies - Ensure all work meets engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards - Plan and align welding workload with machine s

TIG Welder Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued expansion, they are seeking an experienced TIG Welder to support fabrication and weld

Communications Marketing Executive Maidstone, Kent | Hybrid Working £35,000pa Monday to Friday 8am - 4.30pm Are you bursting with creative ideas, obsessed with marketing trends, and ready to make a real impact? We're partnering with a leading bespoke manufacturer servicing the healthcare sector who are looking for an ambitious Communications Executive to join their energetic team. Th s is the perfect opportunity for someone early in their marketing career who wants hands-on experience across digital marketing, content creation, branding, social media, events, email campaigns, and more. Job Role * Creating engaging email marketing campaigns * Producing eye-catching social media content * Designing brochures, flyers, presentations, and marketing materials * Writing compelling copy for digital and offline channels * Supporting website updates, SEO, and campaign reporting * Assisting with photography and video content creation * Working alongside suppliers, agencies, and the wider sales team Candidate Profile * A creative and proactive marketer with fresh i

Communications Marketing Executive Maidstone, Kent | Hybrid Working £35,000pa Monday to Friday 8am - 4.30pm Are you bursting with creative ideas, obsessed with marketing trends, and ready to make a real impact? We're partnering with a leading bespoke manufacturer servicing the healthcare sector who are looking for an ambitious Communications Executive to join their energetic team. Th

CNC Machinist (Miller) Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a handful of talented and precisi n-focused CNC Machinists as part of this pivotal stage of expansion. The Role As a CNC Machinist, you will be responsible for setting, operating, and running CNC milling machines to produce high-precision components to engineering drawings and exacting quality standards. You will work on both proven and unproven programmes, taking ownership of machining processes from setup through to first-off inspection and full production runs. Key Responsibilities - Set and operate CNC milling machines (Mazak and Doosan) - Run proven and unproven programmes, making adjustments to work and tool coordinates as required - Set tools and produce accurate first-off components to drawing and q

CNC Machinist (Miller) Hailsham, East Sussex Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits Full-time, Permanent 37hpw KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a handful of talented and precisi

​Stock Controller Borough Green £27K-£29K + 8% Bonus 40 hours per week Lead by example. Take ownership. Keep the operations moving. If you thrive on organisation, love getting the details right, and want a role where your work genuinely keeps the business running smoothly, this could be your next move. We're looking for a hands-on Stock Controller to take charge of inventory operations, ensuring stock is accurate, organised, and always where it needs to be. From managing stock movements and maintaining ERP accuracy to owning the shop floor and supporting all the teams, this is a role where your impact will be seen every single day. What you'll be doing: ​- Owning stock control processes from goods-in to goods-out ​- Managing storage, stock movements, and system accuracy in real time ​- Leading mezzanine organisation, labelling, grading, storage, and housekeeping ​- Supporting logistics and technical teams to meet service targets ​- Conducting stock counts and solving discrepancies before they become problems ​- Identifying

​Stock Controller Borough Green £27K-£29K + 8% Bonus 40 hours per week Lead by example. Take ownership. Keep the operations moving. If you thrive on organisation, love getting the details right, and want a role where your work genuinely keeps the business running smoothly, this could be your next move. We're looking for a hands-on Stock Controller to take charge of inventory

Delivery & Collections Professional Location: Tunbridge Wells & Surrounding Areas Salary: £33,046 per annum + Overtime at £16.50/hr Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: Monday to Friday, 3 rotating shifts/routes Are you a driving professional who takes pride in providing a premium service rather than just hitting "drops per hour" targets? We are representing a high-end logistics firm n Tunbridge Wells that is looking for a reliable, service-oriented Delivery & Collections Professional driver to join their close-knit team. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to become a stakeholder. Our client has recently transitioned to an Employee-Owned Trust model. This means you aren't just an employee, you are a partner in the business, eligible for tax-free profit sharing and a genuine say in the company's future. The Role & Fleet You will be replacing a valued team member of five years who is only departing due to relocation. This is a high-quality service role focusing on specific client relationships rather than high-volume delivery and collections. - Premium

Delivery & Collections Professional Location: Tunbridge Wells & Surrounding Areas Salary: £33,046 per annum + Overtime at £16.50/hr Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: Monday to Friday, 3 rotating shifts/routes Are you a driving professional who takes pride in providing a premium service rather than just hitting "drops per hour" targets? We are representing a high-end logistics firm

Role: Office Manager (Part-Time) Location: Isle of Sheppey Hours: 20 hours per week (flexible days/hours) Pay: Circa £13.50/15.00ph Contract: Permanent, Part-time Our client is seeking an experienced Office Manager to help manage daily business operations, office systems, purchasing, HR processes, payroll, and compliance tasks. This is a varied role working closely with senior management a d different departments within a busy organisation. Responsabilities - Maintain and update HR, compliance, and operational records across multiple systems to ensure accuracy and audit readiness - Support HR and payroll administration, including recruitment, onboarding, staff records, training logs, expenses, and payroll processing - Assist leadership with documentation, purchasing, and wider team/volunteer administrative support - Process invoices, support bookkeeping, and assist with purchasing, budgeting, supplier management, and research - Maintain compliance and health & safety records, including training, audits, fire safety, and equipment checks - Support daily office operatio

Role: Office Manager (Part-Time) Location: Isle of Sheppey Hours: 20 hours per week (flexible days/hours) Pay: Circa £13.50/15.00ph Contract: Permanent, Part-time Our client is seeking an experienced Office Manager to help manage daily business operations, office systems, purchasing, HR processes, payroll, and compliance tasks. This is a varied role working closely with senior management a

Production Operative Tunbridge Wells (High Brooms) Immediate start (temp-to-Perm) KHR are currently supporting a well-established electrical manufacturer based in Tunbridge Wells (North Farm) who are looking for a Production Operative to join their team on a temporary basis with the potential of becoming permanent. As a Production Operative, you'll be involved in the assembly and productio of electrical components and systems, working from detailed drawings and written instructions. The role involves both manual and semi-automated processes, requiring good attention to detail, accuracy, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards throughout inspection and testing stages. Full training will be provided to meet the company's and industry's quality standards. £12.71ph Hours: Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week Choose from 8:00 am-4:00 pm or 9:00 am-5:00 pm, with an early finish on Fridays. Location & Travel: Free on-site parking is available for drivers. For those travelling by train, the site is approximately a 25-minute walk from High Brooms Train

Production Operative Tunbridge Wells (High Brooms) Immediate start (temp-to-Perm) KHR are currently supporting a well-established electrical manufacturer based in Tunbridge Wells (North Farm) who are looking for a Production Operative to join their team on a temporary basis with the potential of becoming permanent. As a Production Operative, you'll be involved in the assembly and productio

Production Supervisor £32 to 35k Progression and career development Good Benefits Ready to lead from the front in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment? We're looking for a hands-on Production Supervisor to take ownership of daily operations, drive team performance, and keep everything running like clockwork. If you've got a strong technical mindset and know how to get the best out of pe ple, this could be your next move. What you'll be doing: - Leading, motivating, and developing a production team - Planning workloads and ensuring targets are met efficiently - Keeping operations commercially focused - balancing quality, cost, and output - Using Excel, ERP systems and data to track performance and improve processes - Troubleshooting and supporting technical issues where needed What we're looking for: - Proven team leadership experience - you know how to manage and inspire - Strong planning and organisational skills - Commercial awareness - you understand SLA V's the bigger picture - Confident with Excel and IT systems - A technical mindset - Fast learner

Production Supervisor £32 to 35k Progression and career development Good Benefits Ready to lead from the front in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment? We're looking for a hands-on Production Supervisor to take ownership of daily operations, drive team performance, and keep everything running like clockwork. If you've got a strong technical mindset and know how to get the best out of pe