Production Operative – Manufacturing
Location: Paddock Wood, Kent
Salary: £30k - £32k (DOE) + excellent benefits + training and progression
Full-time, Permanent, Monday to Friday
Contact: Emily Powell | Sammy Messenger, Pearson Whiffin Recruitment – Manufacturing, Engineering & Technical
PLEASE NOTE: OUR CLIENT IS UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE.
Pearson Whiffin Recruitment is supporting a well-established, global manufacturing organisation. They operate in a technically driven environment where precision, quality, and process compliance are essential. This is an exciting opportunity to join a production team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and career development.
The Role
- Operate and maintain production machinery and equipment across multiple manufacturing processes
- Ensure products are manufactured to the correct specifications, maintaining high-quality standards at all times
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and actively contribute to the 5S programme
- Use initiative and problem-solving skills to improve processes and maintain production efficiency
- Work closely with the production team to meet daily targets while maintaining a safe and compliant working environment
About You
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment, ideally in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or general production
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards
- Strong understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace
- Excellent team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to multi-task, work under pressure, and solve problems effectively
- Passionate about quality, continuous improvement, and developing your production skills
Why Join?
- Established, global organisation with a strong reputation for quality and innovation
- Competitive salary with loyalty payment scheme
- 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
- Employer pension contribution
- Private medical insurance and wellness benefits
- Life assurance
- Range of subsidised rewards including cinema, restaurant, and gym memberships
- Free on-site parking
- Structured training, upskilling, and long-term career progression opportunities