ACT are looking for skilled enthusiastic sheet metal/pressbrake operators. Working from our premises in Aylesford you will be responsible for setting and running Amada pressbrakes and general sheet metal applications. Ability to read and decipher drawings is a must. Working on own initiative and in a team are essential. Attention to detail and a good work ethic are prerequisites. Please send CV in first instance, detailing all experience and any qualifications. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

ACT are looking for skilled enthusiastic sheet metal/pressbrake operators. Working from our premises in Aylesford you will be responsible for setting and running Amada pressbrakes and general sheet metal applications. Ability to read and decipher drawings is a must. Working on own initiative and in a team are essential. Attention to detail and a good work ethic are prerequisites. Please send

Maintenance Technician Maidstone ≤ £35k 6am-6pm – 4 on, 4 off pattern We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Technician to join our client’s dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a passion for technical problem-solving and a desire to contribute to the success of our company. Duties include: • Perform routine maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimise downtime. • Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, using technical knowledge and appropriate tools. • Conduct preventive maintenance activities, including lubrication, inspection, and calibration, to prevent equipment failure and prolong the lifespan of machinery. • Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns or malfunctions, identify the root cause, and implement effective repairs. • Collaborate with the production team to schedule maintenance activities and minimise disruptions to operations. • Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, including work orders, equi

Maintenance Technician Maidstone ≤ £35k 6am-6pm – 4 on, 4 off pattern We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Technician to join our client’s dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a passion for technical problem-solving and a desire to contribute to the success of our company. Duties include: • Perform routine maintenance tasks on

Technical Estimator Full Time Outskirts of Maidstone – Must drive due to location £23k - £26k DOE This is a great opportunity for a Technical Estimator to work for a market leading Engineering company with multiple sites, with brand new facilities! This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your expertise in estimating and technical solutions while working with one of the industry's mos respected companies. Duties include: • Collaborate with the sales and engineering teams to analyse project requirements and specifications. • Evaluate customer needs and provide accurate cost estimates, taking into account materials, labour, equipment, and any necessary subcontractor services. • Prepare comprehensive and competitive quotations for projects, ensuring alignment with company pricing strategies and profitability goals. • Conduct technical assessments and calculations to determine the appropriate solutions for each project, considering factors such as air performance, acoustics, thermal efficiency, and aesthetics. • Collaborate closely with suppliers and intern

Technical Estimator Full Time Outskirts of Maidstone – Must drive due to location £23k - £26k DOE This is a great opportunity for a Technical Estimator to work for a market leading Engineering company with multiple sites, with brand new facilities! This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your expertise in estimating and technical solutions while working with one of the industry's mos

TEMP WORK MID KENT £9.50-£12ph DOE CALLILNG ALL TEMPS! Due to a high demand for warehouse and production operatives on a temporary basis, we are currently looking to add some new reliable temps to our books. We are looking for flexible and confident individuals who have a strong background of temporary/ permanent work within manufacturing and distribution. These roles will be located within Mid Kent, due to location (and weather!), we can only consider candidates who drive and have their own transport. Duties for all roles will include: * Working in a busy warehouse environment: stock takings, picking and packing orders * Maintaining a tidy and safe work environment * Using and setting machinery * Using hand tools * Driving company vehicles safely * Maintaining top-level attention to detail when products are being prepared to be dispatched * Packing orders safely to ensure safe transit * Maintaining excellent customer service to reduce errors from occurring * Any other reasonable duties or tasks required The

TEMP WORK MID KENT £9.50-£12ph DOE CALLILNG ALL TEMPS! Due to a high demand for warehouse and production operatives on a temporary basis, we are currently looking to add some new reliable temps to our books. We are looking for flexible and confident individuals who have a strong background of temporary/ permanent work within manufacturing and distribution.

Specification Technologist Maidstone Monday to Friday (8.30-5) Salary Negotiable A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Specification Technologist to join my inclusive client based in Maidstone, on a full time and permanent basis. The ideal candidate will come from a FMCG background and will have a great understanding of food ingredients and Quality requirements includi g ISO, HACCP, BRC, GFSI etc. Duties include: * Working closely with Reception; actively logging customer questionnaires and portal requests * Managing multiple priorities; communicating with customers regarding the process of their questionnaires and queries * Completing customer questionnaires within agreed lead time * Responding to customer enquiries relating to regulatory, food safety and quality * Actively supporting continuous improvement program initiatives * Working really closely with the technical departments with all activities and projects * Supporting compliance projects such as infant qualification, GB compliance and other regulatory requirements which or

Specification Technologist Maidstone Monday to Friday (8.30-5) Salary Negotiable A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Specification Technologist to join my inclusive client based in Maidstone, on a full time and permanent basis. The ideal candidate will come from a FMCG background and will have a great understanding of food ingredients and Quality requirements includi

Warehouse Operative £24,500 + overtime available Maidstone 7.30am – 4.30pm Due to expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen with our client’s family run business. If you’re a hardworking, reliable, and committed warehouse operative, then this could be the position for you! Duties include: • Full responsibility for all the picking, packing, and palletising of orders, and as isting with worldwide orders as necessary. • Providing weights and dimensions as needed. • Helping load and unload goods onto carriers and containers. • Quality control of export goods and reporting any issues. • Helping maintain accurate stock levels, counting stock as required, providing estimated timescales, and meeting set deadlines. • Working as part of a team, communicating, and assisting as required. • Following health and safety procedures at all times. The successful candidate will have/be: • Previous experience in a similar role. • The ability to lift heavy goods, and a practical, hands-on approach. • Forklift license is desirable, but not essential.

Warehouse Operative £24,500 + overtime available Maidstone 7.30am – 4.30pm Due to expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen with our client’s family run business. If you’re a hardworking, reliable, and committed warehouse operative, then this could be the position for you! Duties include: • Full responsibility for all the picking, packing, and palletising of orders, and as

Finishing Machine Minder Maidstone c. £27,500 Do you have experience operating finishing machines and ensuring high-quality output? Look no further! Our industry leading client is seeking a skilled and dedicated Finishing Machine Minder to join their team and play a crucial role in the production process, ensuring the flawless execution of print finishing operations. Duties include: • perate and maintain finishing machines such as folding machines, cutting machines, laminators, gluing machines, and other related equipment. • Set up machines according to job specifications, ensuring proper alignment, feed, and output settings. • Monitor machine performance, making necessary adjustments to maintain optimal productivity and quality standards. • Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting to minimise downtime and equipment malfunctions. • Perform quality checks on finished products to ensure they meet the required specifications and make adjustments as needed. • Collaborate with the production team to prioritise jobs, manage work schedules, and meet deadlin

Finishing Machine Minder Maidstone c. £27,500 Do you have experience operating finishing machines and ensuring high-quality output? Look no further! Our industry leading client is seeking a skilled and dedicated Finishing Machine Minder to join their team and play a crucial role in the production process, ensuring the flawless execution of print finishing operations. Duties include: •

Gluing Machine Minder Maidstone c. £27,500 Our client is seeking a skilled Gluing Machine Minder to join their team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced individual with a passion for precision and an eye for detail. Duties include: • Operate and maintain gluing machines in accordance with production schedules and quality standards. • Set up and adjust the machine parame ers to achieve the desired gluing specifications. • Monitor the machine during operation to ensure proper gluing, folding, and sealing of printed materials. • Conduct regular quality checks to verify product adherence to specifications. • Troubleshoot and resolve minor machine issues and perform basic maintenance tasks. • Collaborate with the production team to optimise workflow and meet production targets. • Adhere to safety guidelines and maintain a clean and organised work area. • Any other duties required. The successful candidate will have / be: • Previous experience operating gluing machines. • Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to set up and adjust

Gluing Machine Minder Maidstone c. £27,500 Our client is seeking a skilled Gluing Machine Minder to join their team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced individual with a passion for precision and an eye for detail. Duties include: • Operate and maintain gluing machines in accordance with production schedules and quality standards. • Set up and adjust the machine parame

Finishing Assistant Maidstone £20,000 - £23,500 DOE Do you possess a keen eye for detail? Do you take pride in delivering high-quality products? Our client is currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Finishing Assistant to join their team. Duties include: • Assist in the completion of various finishing tasks. • Operate and maintain finishing equipment, such as cutters, folders, gluers, and binders. • Ensure accuracy and precision in finishing operations, including cutting, folding, gluing, and binding. • Perform quality checks on finished products to meet client specifications and maintain the highest standards of quality control. • Collaborate with the production team to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of projects. • Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean and organised work environment. • Monitor inventory levels of finishing supplies and assist in procurement as needed. • Provide support and assistance to other team members as required. • Any other duties required. The successful candidate will have / be: • Familiari

Finishing Assistant Maidstone £20,000 - £23,500 DOE Do you possess a keen eye for detail? Do you take pride in delivering high-quality products? Our client is currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Finishing Assistant to join their team. Duties include: • Assist in the completion of various finishing tasks. • Operate and maintain finishing equipment, such as cutters, folders,

Cut and Crease Operator Maidstone £26,500 - £31,500 DOE Do you possess the skills and expertise to operate cut and crease machinery with precision and efficiency? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our client’s team as a Cut and Crease Minder. As a Cut and Crease Operator, you will play a crucial role in the production process, ensuring that all cut and crease operat ons are performed accurately and efficiently. Your primary responsibility will be to set up, operate, and maintain cutting and creasing machinery, adhering to strict quality standards. Duties include: • Set up and calibrate cut and crease machinery according to job specifications. • Operate and monitor the machinery during production runs, making adjustments as needed. • Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues to minimise downtime. • Ensure all finished products adhere to quality standards, including dimensions, alignment, and finishing details. • Collaborate with the production team to optimise workflow and meet production targets. • Perform regul

Cut and Crease Operator Maidstone £26,500 - £31,500 DOE Do you possess the skills and expertise to operate cut and crease machinery with precision and efficiency? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our client’s team as a Cut and Crease Minder. As a Cut and Crease Operator, you will play a crucial role in the production process, ensuring that all cut and crease operat

Trainee Cut and Crease Minder Maidstone £20,500 - £22,500 DOE Our client is currently seeking a highly motivated individual to join their team as a Trainee Cut and Crease Minder. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and grow within a well-established company that values innovation, quality, and professional development. Duties include: • Assist in the setup and operation of cut a d crease machinery for production. • Learn to interpret job orders, specifications, and other instructions to effectively execute cutting and creasing tasks. • Collaborate with the production team to ensure smooth workflow and efficient production processes. • Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on machinery to ensure optimal performance. • Adhere to safety guidelines and maintain a clean and organised work area. • Any other duties required. The successful candidate will have / be: • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions. • Willingness to learn and develop new skills in a fast-paced production environment. • Excellent prob

Trainee Cut and Crease Minder Maidstone £20,500 - £22,500 DOE Our client is currently seeking a highly motivated individual to join their team as a Trainee Cut and Crease Minder. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and grow within a well-established company that values innovation, quality, and professional development. Duties include: • Assist in the setup and operation of cut a

Assembly Fitter £13.20ph - £14.44ph Outskirts of Maidstone Monday to Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm (Fridays Half Day) KHR is working with a leading manufacturer in the outskirts of Maidstone who are looking for an Assembly Fitter to join their team! If you are someone who loves technical and physically demanding roles then this is the role for you! Duties include: - To fit and assemble fabric ted parts or subassemblies - To be able to set up hydraulic & electrical systems including pressure testing - To install hydraulic & pneumatic pipes and lines - To install valves, pumps, and motors - To complete electrical tasks such as laying, connecting, and securing wiring looms - To complete fault diagnosis and ensure basic checks are complete on all electronic installs - To be able to dismantle faulty assemblies and repair or replace defective parts - To be able to use and adapt to air tools or socket sets - To be able to lift and set large and awkward components - To provide support with design/development tasks through the use of Engineer change notes/BOM variance Candidat

Assembly Fitter £13.20ph - £14.44ph Outskirts of Maidstone Monday to Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm (Fridays Half Day) KHR is working with a leading manufacturer in the outskirts of Maidstone who are looking for an Assembly Fitter to join their team! If you are someone who loves technical and physically demanding roles then this is the role for you! Duties include: - To fit and assemble fabric

Paint Preparation Operative £12.17ph - £13.83ph Outskirts of Maidstone Monday to Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm (Fridays Half Day) KHR is working with a leading manufacturer in the outskirts of Maidstone who are looking for a Paint Preparation Operative to join their team! If you are an experienced Paint Prepper, with excellent attention to detail, then this is the role for you. Duties include: - To prepare fabricated parts for wet painting including drilling, fettling, filling, sanding shot blasting, sealing, washing, cleaning degreasing, and masking of components. - Using power tools for drilling, grinding, and sanding component surfaces in line with the company's processes - Masking of threads and bores to protect from shot blast damage and paint ingress - Handling these components through the blast equipment and washing equipment to achieve a good surface finish and high cleanliness level ready to accept the paint. - Hanging components in an efficient manner for priming, painting, and baking - Unloading components and packing for delivery to production areas and stores

Paint Preparation Operative £12.17ph - £13.83ph Outskirts of Maidstone Monday to Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm (Fridays Half Day) KHR is working with a leading manufacturer in the outskirts of Maidstone who are looking for a Paint Preparation Operative to join their team! If you are an experienced Paint Prepper, with excellent attention to detail, then this is the role for you. Duties include:

Trainee Production Operative Sevenoaks and Marden £Good + Bens Are you interested in joining a newly created 2-year training program where you will learn a trade? Are you looking for a full-time role that gives you a work-life balance? Are you looking for a varied hands-on role? We are working with a leading company that manufactures its own brand products and installs them across th UK and Europe. They are looking for an organised Trainee Production Operative who is a practical person with a positive team attitude to be based in their team in Sevenoaks and Marden. The Trainee Production Operative role is varied and would suit someone who is flexible in their approach to tasks and willing to learn. Experience in practical roles or a practical mindset is key to the role. The Trainee Production Operative position encompasses a varied range of responsibilities in both Sevenoaks and Marden. The right candidate will take pride in their work, are practical, and enjoy being part of a wider team with a common goal. Key duties and responsibilities: - Being part of t

Trainee Production Operative Sevenoaks and Marden £Good + Bens Are you interested in joining a newly created 2-year training program where you will learn a trade? Are you looking for a full-time role that gives you a work-life balance? Are you looking for a varied hands-on role? We are working with a leading company that manufactures its own brand products and installs them across th

Customer Service and Quality Administrator Maidstone Monday to Friday (8.30-5) Salary Negotiable A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Customer Service and Quality Administrator to join my inclusive client based in Maidstone, on a full time and permanent basis. The ideal candidate will come from a FMCG background and will have a great understanding of food ingredients and Quality requirements including ISO, HACCP, BRC, GFSI etc. Duties include: * Working closely with Reception; actively logging customer questionnaires and portal requests * Managing multiple priorities; communicating with customers regarding the process of their questionnaires and queries * Completing customer questionnaires within agreed lead time * Responding to customer enquiries relating to regulatory, food safety and quality * Actively supporting continuous improvement program initiatives * Working really closely with the technical departments with all activities and projects * Supporting compliance projects such as infant qualification, GB compliance and other

Customer Service and Quality Administrator Maidstone Monday to Friday (8.30-5) Salary Negotiable A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Customer Service and Quality Administrator to join my inclusive client based in Maidstone, on a full time and permanent basis. The ideal candidate will come from a FMCG background and will have a great understanding of food ingredients

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within a long established company located in Medway Towns for a Brake Press Operator to join their friendly team on a permanent basis. The hours of work are 7:00am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. The main purpose of the role is to operate the brake press machines to bend and form sheet metal as specified by work order, drawing, templates, or l yout. Your main duties will include: * Pressing using the CNC Brake Presses (Amada) to produce customer's orders on time and to the correct quality standard * Setting the machine - reading drawings, programming machine, tooling changes etc. * Housekeeping - ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of the press area is always maintained to a high standard * To ensure that all paperwork is completed in line with quality and customer specification The successful candidate will have passion, be conscientious, organised, accurate and be able to work to deadlines independently. Experience/Qualifications * Previous CNC Press Brake experience would be advantageous * Ability to

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within a long established company located in Medway Towns for a Brake Press Operator to join their friendly team on a permanent basis. The hours of work are 7:00am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. The main purpose of the role is to operate the brake press machines to bend and form sheet metal as specified by work order, drawing, templates, or l

Job Title: Product Development Assistant Salary: up to £25,000 DOE Location: Maidstone, with hybrid working arrangements Great opening for a Product Development Assistant to join the busy Purchasing team within an international company with a well-established market presence, based in Maidstone and offering the opportunity for internal travel! Duties include: * Establishing and ma ntaining strong supplier relationships with new and existing accounts. * Liaising with internal and external contacts internationally to understand business needs and explore new opportunities. * Collating accurate and up to date data to support with analysing margins and supply performance against planned strategies and expectations. * Regularly reviewing new and existing supplier pricing and performance to ensure market parity and meeting of expected targets. * Developing and maintaining market and competitor knowledge in order to contribute to the development of product and purchasing strategies. * Developing and maintaining knowledge of the company's products and ranges, involv

Job Title: Product Development Assistant Salary: up to £25,000 DOE Location: Maidstone, with hybrid working arrangements Great opening for a Product Development Assistant to join the busy Purchasing team within an international company with a well-established market presence, based in Maidstone and offering the opportunity for internal travel! Duties include: * Establishing and ma

A long established engineering company based in Medway Towns is looking for Assembly Operatives to start immediately on a permanent basis. You will ideally have some previous assembly/manufacturing experience and good dexterity as the role involves some hand soldering. The shifts can be flexible and you can work either of the following: * 06:00 - 14:00, Monday to Friday or * 08:15 - 17 30, Monday - Thursday and 08:15 - 13:30, Friday. Apply now if this is the role for you.

A long established engineering company based in Medway Towns is looking for Assembly Operatives to start immediately on a permanent basis. You will ideally have some previous assembly/manufacturing experience and good dexterity as the role involves some hand soldering. The shifts can be flexible and you can work either of the following: * 06:00 - 14:00, Monday to Friday or * 08:15 - 17

Draughtsman / £c.40-45k / Mid Kent Our Mid Kent based client is looking to recruit a Draughtsman to work on a full time permanent basis with a view to a long term career. You will be responsible for production of CAD Drawings for a manufacturing company, designing products within a heavy industrial environment * Interpret clients' requirements/drawings * Identify engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented * Evaluate, organise and prioritise workload within a tight schedule * Evaluate the job looking for added value or cost control * Work with manufacturing plant and contractors for cost estimates and solutions * Participate in the preparation of accurate detailed estimates * Generate inclusions/exclusions with the detailed estimates * Prepare manufacturing drawings for orders placed * Communicate scope and details of plans with internal sales and manufacturing team * Read/review/understand customer drawings and or interpretations * Ability to communicate verbally and written and work well as a team * Be able to handle large files with

Draughtsman / £c.40-45k / Mid Kent Our Mid Kent based client is looking to recruit a Draughtsman to work on a full time permanent basis with a view to a long term career. You will be responsible for production of CAD Drawings for a manufacturing company, designing products within a heavy industrial environment * Interpret clients' requirements/drawings * Identify engineering problems

Technical Business Development Manager Maidstone £30,000 - £40,000 DOE + commission Hybrid working A fantastic opportunity for a Business Development Manager has opened for a driven individual looking to join a thriving business who have doubled in size year on year! Due to this continued growth in enquiries and sales the company is ready to recruit a Technical Business Development Manager to work alongside the existing team. Full training on the product range will be given and is supported by in-house technical/design expertise. Duties include: * Managing the sales process from start to completion * Identifying new business opportunities across markets, clients, products, and services. * Developing innovative ways to reach new contacts and potential clients. * Bringing the business to new clients, building new relationships, and meeting their needs with carefully pitched proposals. * Developing existing clients and ensuring strong relationships with lots of brand loyalty. * Keeping up with the market, emerging trends, and the

Technical Business Development Manager Maidstone £30,000 - £40,000 DOE + commission Hybrid working A fantastic opportunity for a Business Development Manager has opened for a driven individual looking to join a thriving business who have doubled in size year on year! Due to this continued growth in enquiries and sales the company is ready to recruit a Technical Business