70 Manufacturing jobs in Strood

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

Not quite the right role but still looking?

Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent’s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients.

Find us on Facebook @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment and Instagram @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment. 

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.

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 (url removed) 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.

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.

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 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

Not quite the right role but still looking?

Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent’s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients.

Find us on Facebook @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment and Instagram @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment. 

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.

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 (url removed) 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.

Medway | £35,000 - £0,000 DOE | Mon–Fri, Early Finish Fridays

Are you a skilled Mechanical Engineer with a knack for problem-solving and leading a team?
Do you thrive in a hands-on manufacturing environment where no two days are the same?

We’re looking for a Mechanical Engineering Supervisor to take ownership of a busy production department within a well-established manufacturing business. This is a key role for someone who enjoys being on the shop floor, solving technical challenges, and developing people.

• p>Leading and organising the day-to-day operations of a busy department

• Fault finding on bespoke machinery, diagnosing issues and getting equipment back up and running

• Undertaking tool changes and ensuring machines are set correctly

• Training and mentoring operatives to build team flexibility and capability

• Liaising with production teams, toolroom and maintenance to meet targets and optimise performance

• Supporting continuous improvement activities including Gemba walks

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• Solid hands-on experience in a production/manufacturing environment

• Proven knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems

• Experience fault finding and maintaining bespoke machinery

• Confidence supervising, mentoring and organising people

• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong communication skills

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• Pension scheme & 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

• Free on-site parking

• Supportive, family-feel environment with long-term stability

This is a fantastic opportunity for a mechanically minded individual to step into a supervisory role – or for an experienced Supervisor to bring their expertise into a respected, people-focused organisation.

Apply now with your CV or get in touch to discuss further.

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

Manufacturing Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)

43,000 - 45,000 + Training + Overtime + Excellent Company Benefits

Whitstable (Commutable from: Canterbury, Herne Bay, Sittingbourne, Sturry, Faversham, Ramsgate, Sandwich or Surrounding Areas)

Do you have manufacturing maintenance experience and want to enhance your skillset with industry leading training, maximise your earnings through overtime as well as maintain a great work-life balance?

On offer is the chance to join a well-established company who provide long term job security, plenty of overtime and an excellent work life balance.

This industry leading electrical components manufacturer provide a wide range of products to a variety of niche industries. They offer vast training opportunities enabling you to constantly expand your skills, which opens doors to promotions and new roles within the business.

Within this role, you will be responsible for PPM, fault finding and general maintenance of various mechanical and electrical systems in a manufacturing environment.

This position would suit someone with electrical maintenance experience looking for on the job training whilst maximising their earnings through overtime.

The Role -

• PPM / General Maintenance
• Excellent Training / Progression Opportunities
• Monday - Friday days on a rotating shift pattern

The Candidate -

• Electrical OR Mechanical Experience
• Worked In a Manufacturing Environment
• Looking for plenty of overtime

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Jamie Saint at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.