Engineering Operative
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Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: Up to £35,000 DOE + Overtime
Hours: Monday to Friday | Flexible Working Hours | Early Finish Friday
About the Role
We are seeking a hands-on Engineering Operative to join our growing manufacturing team based in Maidstone.
This is a varied position combining manual machining, manufacturing, assembly and production support activities within a busy workshop environment. Approximately 50% of the role will involve operating manual lathes and milling machines, with the remainder focused on manufacturing, assembly and general production duties.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an engineering or manufacturing background who enjoys working with machinery and is looking to develop their skills within a stable and growing business.
Key Responsibilities
Operate manual lathes and milling machines
Manufacture and assemble specialist products
Work from engineering drawings and specifications
Operate workshop machinery and hand tools
Carry out cross-cut saw operations
Perform quality checks on finished products
Support dispatch and production activities as required
Maintain a safe, clean and organised work area
Assist with continuous improvement and general workshop activities
About You
Essential Requirements
Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or workshop environment
Previous hands-on experience operating manual lathes
Previous hands-on experience operating manual milling machines
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Good understanding of workshop safety practices
Strong attention to detail and quality
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Ability to work effectively as part of a small team
Desirable Experience
Welding or fabrication experience
General machining experience
Experience using precision measuring equipment
Mechanical or engineering qualificationsPlease note: Extensive machining experience is not required. However, applicants must have previous hands-on experience using manual lathes and milling machines and be able to demonstrate a basic working knowledge during the interview process.
What's On Offer?
Up to £35,000 DOE + Overtime
Flexible working hours
Early finish on Fridays
Full training and development
Genuine long-term career progression
Opportunity to develop into more senior positions as the business continues to grow
Stable and growing manufacturing business
Supportive and experienced team environment
Why Apply? xgikmsk
This role would suit somebody who enjoys practical engineering, has experience using manual lathes and milling machines, and is looking for a long-term career within manufacturing.
If you're mechanically minded, enjoy working with machinery and are looking for a varied, hands-on position where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.
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