45 Manufacturing jobs in Chatham

Premier Recruitment Group has the privilege to recruit on behalf of our very prestigious client based in Dartford, Kent.We are recruiting for experienced and forward thinking Manufacturing Technician . This is full time and permanent position and working for very well established company. Very interesting and varied role with a scope for progression.

Job scope:

Working 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 08:00-16:00.

Responsibilities:

• Manufacture of bulk liquid components for medical device manufacture
• Coating of solid phase for in vitro diagnostic products (ELISA/CLIA)
• Filling of manufactured components using industrial filling lines
• Operation of labelling equipment and printers
• Assist in the assembly and/or packing of finished products
• Preparation of equipment and utensils for sterilisation / heat treatment.
• Completion of documentation accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with local procedures.

Skills

• Science background or relevant experience (advantageous)
• Willing to learn new skills to support manufacturing needs
• Experience of working in a cGMP environment (preferable)
• Good numeracy skills
• Good IT literacy skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word).

If you are interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Premier Recruitment Group.

Manufacturing Operative
Rochester please note, I can only consider candidates who have their own transport due to location

£29,500 + overtime + benefits + progression

46 hour working week - Monday–Thursday 06:00 – 18:00 (4-day working week!)

Do you have experience working within Manufacturing?

Have you used hand tools within previous roles?

Do you enjoy working in a ‘hands on’ role?

We’re working with a well-established manufacturing company looking for a Factory Operative to join their team on a full-time permanent basis.

This is a hands-on, physical role in a fast-paced production environment. You'll be working with cast metal parts, using various tools and machinery to prepare products for the next stage of production.

Duties will include:

• Fettling and grinding of metal castings using power tools
li>Manual handling – moving boxes and materials < i>Shot blasting (machine operation)
• Etching parts using specialist hand tools
• Operating a band saw when required
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment and workspaces
• Recording production data on a touchscreen system
• Completing paperwork to track tasks completed

You will have:

• Experience working within a manufacturing environment 
li>A good level of physical fitness
• Experience using hand tools
• Access to your own transport due to location
• A solid CV demonstrating reliability

The best candidates will also have:

• Experience using a shot blaster or preparing metal to be painted

If you’re looking for a physical, hands-on role with a stable and growing business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration!

If you believe you meet the above criteria, please apply for immediate consideration!

This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director for at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment

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We have a rare opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Operative to join a large and established organisation in the Ashford area.

Working in a manufacturing environment you will be operating the machines that manufactures packaging solutions.

Previous experience working as a Machine Assistant would be an advantage, but experience working within a fast-paced factory environment would be considered.

Duties will include:

• Loading the machine
• Managing the machine
• Monitoring and making adjustments
• Collating output and preparing for the inspection department
• Maintain a safe and clean work station

This is a physical role that will require you to be on your feet all shift.

This is a temporary role, offering an immediate start paying 12.21 per hour. For the right person, this could develop into a long-term permanent opportunity offering growth and career progression along with an increased salary based on performance.

You will be required to work shifts between 6am to 10pm, Monday to Friday.

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.

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Manufacturing Planner (ERP/MRP)

Salary: 32k - 35k DOE

Location: Gillingham

Hours: Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 16:15. Alternate Fridays: 07:00 - 11:00.

Our well-established client in Gillingham are looking to add to their team with an opportunity for a Manufacturing Planner who has experience of using either ERP or MRP software. The role offers opportunities to progression opportunities and the chance to play a key role in a major firm.

You will be responsible for monitoring the progress of multiple projects - redistributing materials and personnel where necessary to minimise any potential delays affecting deadlines. It is critical that the person in this role has experience of using Excel and ERP or MRP software, and is comfortable with managing the expectations of project managers and key stakeholders. You will be responsible for

Although the position doesn't require you to purchase or order materials, you will need to check stock levels and forecast any potential issues that will affect the delivery of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creating and maintaining manufacturing plans and schedules.
• Monitoring and adjusting plans as projects progress to meet critical lead times.
• Proactively identifying and resolving planning or scheduling issues.
• Using ERP/MRP systems and Excel for tracking and reporting.
• Managing materials, schedules, and team expectations across multiple active projects.
• Liaising with engineers, team leaders, and supply chain staff to ensure seamless project flow.
• Providing clear communication and solutions to potential delays and other challenges.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Have a background in a manufacturing environment
• Have a meticulous eye for detail and be able to manage multiple tasks
• Be confident when dealing with key stakeholders and project managers
• Be highly proactive and have an organised approach to work

Benefits:

• Every other Friday off
• Life Insurance - 4 x salary
• Pension - 3% employer/5% employee
• EAP
• 22.5 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Manufacturing Estimator
Location: Sandwich
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Estimator to join a busy engineering/manufacturing team. In this role, you'll be responsible for producing accurate and competitive quotations by analysing drawings, specifications, and customer requirements. You'll calculate realistic material, labour, tooling, and production time costs, and enter Bill of Materials, routing information, and time estimates into the ERP system where required. Beyond estimating, you'll support production planning to ensure smooth workflow from quotation through to delivery, updating time estimates where necessary after production to improve accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed estimates and quotations by reviewing drawings, specifications, and job requirements.
• Calculate costs of materials, labour, tooling, overheads, and job duration.
• Enter Bill of Materials, routing information, and time estimates into ERP/MRP systems.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain up-to-date material and subcontractor pricing.
• Support production planning by helping schedule jobs, monitoring progress, and identifying potential bottlenecks.
• Align material availability with planned production schedules.
• Provide feedback to improve costing accuracy and contribute to process improvements that reduce waste and enhance efficiency.
• Maintain clear communication across estimating, sales, production, and planning teams.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Manufacturing Estimator, Cost Engineer, or similar role in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of materials, machining, fabrication, and production methods.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of production planning principles and workflow scheduling.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP/MRP systems desirable. CAD or engineering drawing software knowledge would be an advantage.
• Excellent numeracy, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with commercial awareness of margins, cost recovery, and profitability.
• Methodical, accurate, and organised approach, with a proactive and continuous improvement mindset.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a growing manufacturing business, where you'll work collaboratively across multiple teams and directly influence accurate job costing and smooth production flow. If you are detail-oriented, commercially aware, and motivated to deliver accurate estimates that support both customers and the wider business, we'd love to hear from you.

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.

Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format.

If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and

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. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

Talent STEM is supporting a well-established organisation in Kent to recruit a Manufacturing Technician. This is a permanent, full-time role offering the opportunity to work in a modern, regulated manufacturing environment, supporting the production of high-quality products across a technical sector.

Key Responsibilities

- Carry out daily manufacturing activities within a controlled production environment

- Operate, monitor, and maintain process equipment in line with SOPs

- Complete accurate production records, ensuring compliance with documentation standards

- Report and support resolution of process deviations and equipment issues

- Assist with planned maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement projects

- Work closely with quality teams to maintain operational standards

- Manage incoming materials and maintain stock levels

 Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant working environment

- Contribute to initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

Essential:

- Strong attention to detail with excellent record-keeping skills

- Ability to follow structured processes in a regulated environment

- Physically capable of lifting and handling materials

- Flexibility to work a shift rota (including weekends)

Desirable:

- Previous experience in manufacturing, production or technical operations

- Familiarity with quality or compliance standards (ISO, GMP, or similar)

Next Steps

If you are looking to develop your career in technical manufacturing and want to join a forward-looking organisation, Talent STEM would like to hear from you.

Manufacturing Planner (ERP/MRP)

Salary: 32k - 35k DOE

Location: Gillingham

Hours: Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 16:15. Alternate Fridays: 07:00 - 11:00.

Our well-established client in Gillingham are looking to add to their team with an opportunity for a Manufacturing Planner who has experience of using either ERP or MRP software. The role offers opportunities to progression opportunities and the chance to play a key role in a major firm.

You will be responsible for monitoring the progress of multiple projects - redistributing materials and personnel where necessary to minimise any potential delays affecting deadlines. It is critical that the person in this role has experience of using Excel and ERP or MRP software, and is comfortable with managing the expectations of project managers and key stakeholders. You will be responsible for

Although the position doesn't require you to purchase or order materials, you will need to check stock levels and forecast any potential issues that will affect the delivery of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creating and maintaining manufacturing plans and schedules.
• Monitoring and adjusting plans as projects progress to meet critical lead times.
• Proactively identifying and resolving planning or scheduling issues.
• Using ERP/MRP systems and Excel for tracking and reporting.
• Managing materials, schedules, and team expectations across multiple active projects.
• Liaising with engineers, team leaders, and supply chain staff to ensure seamless project flow.
• Providing clear communication and solutions to potential delays and other challenges.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Have a background in a manufacturing environment
• Have a meticulous eye for detail and be able to manage multiple tasks
• Be confident when dealing with key stakeholders and project managers
• Be highly proactive and have an organised approach to work

Benefits:

• Every other Friday off
• Life Insurance - 4 x salary
• Pension - 3% employer/5% employee
• EAP
• 22.5 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Premier Recruitment Group has the privilege to recruit on behalf of our very prestigious client based in Dartford, Kent.We are recruiting for experienced and forward thinking Manufacturing Technician . This is full time and permanent position and working for very well established company. Very interesting and varied role with a scope for progression.

Job scope:

Working 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 08:00-16:00.

Responsibilities:

• Manufacture of bulk liquid components for medical device manufacture
• Coating of solid phase for in vitro diagnostic products (ELISA/CLIA)
• Filling of manufactured components using industrial filling lines
• Operation of labelling equipment and printers
• Assist in the assembly and/or packing of finished products
• Preparation of equipment and utensils for sterilisation / heat treatment.
• Completion of documentation accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with local procedures.

Skills

• Science background or relevant experience (advantageous)
• Willing to learn new skills to support manufacturing needs
• Experience of working in a cGMP environment (preferable)
• Good numeracy skills
• Good IT literacy skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word).

If you are interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Premier Recruitment Group.

Our client is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their growing manufacturing team, The Manufacturing Engineer will have a background working within metals & mechanical engineering manufacturing previously.

Key Responsibilities for the Manufacturing Engineer

• Provide hands on, day to day, technical support within operational areas as required and support team members to help achieve targets and objectives
• Provide documentation and work instructions as necessary to support manufacturing activities
• Prepare and maintain manufacturing processes, qualification and documentation undertaking continuous improvement as appropriate
• Provide support to manufacturing management with operational activities
• Ensure all procedures and methods are updated with respect to the business and the customer requirements and standards
• Ensure that products, documentation and processes are designed with manufacturability in mind
• Be the interface between design and manufacture for product or process introduction
• Assist with non-conformance issue within manufacturing areas;
• Develop, embed and maintain performance metrics within operational areas;
• Liaise with both internal and external customers.

Key Experience and Background for the Manufacturing Engineer

• Degree/HNC or equivalent in Engineering/Science
• Previous experience of working within a highly regulated industry would be an advantage.
• Good understanding of the principles of the operation of applicable components, working knowledge of documentation control within a highly regulated industry and knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques including Root Cause analysis.
• Proven experience of working with engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, work instructions and first article inspection reports.

Please apply as directed!