Our manufacturing Client on the outskirts of Dartford is seeking an experienced Manufacturing and Maintenance Engineer – the role is to assist in day-to-day plant operations, programming machines, validating programs and ensuring production is fully supported. The successful candidate will continually improve manufacturing efficiencies by utilizing continuous improvement techniques whilst maintaining a high level of quality.
Job role: Permanent, full time
Salary: Competitive – discussed on first phone call
Location: Near Dartford, Kent
Hours: 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday – 37.5 hours per week
Holiday: 25 days + 8 BH
The key skills and qualities of a Manufacturing and Maintenance Engineer are:
- Understanding DFM processes.
- Understanding lean manufacturing techniques.
- Understanding of computerised manufacturing systems (ERP, MRP)
- Keep equipment operational – first line maintenance and repairs
- Create programs for automatic programmable equipment
- Diagnose machine faults and production equipment failures, identifying root causes
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Able to communicate, both within the working group and the organisation.
- Understanding project management and prioritize multiple projects
- Ideally degree educated – electro mechanical
- Able to write programs for a variety of machines
- Hands on maintenance and problem-solving experience
- Computer literate
- Experience within manufacturing essential (desirable – electronic assembly)
Manufacturing Engineer in Dartford employer: React Recruitment Limited
Our client offers a dynamic work environment for Mechanical Assemblers, where teamwork and quality craftsmanship are at the forefront of production. Located near Maidstone, Kent, employees benefit from a standard 40-hour work week with competitive pay, fostering a culture of commitment and excellence. With opportunities for skill development and a focus on safety and quality, this role is perfect for those seeking meaningful employment in a supportive setting.
