9 manufacturing jobs found in Ashford

Are you a flexible and motivated individual with assembly experience or a background working with small, intricate components? We have an excellent opportunity for reliable and hardworking individuals with fine motor skills and strong attention to detail who are looking to work within a hands-on assembly environment as Assembly Operatives. The role would be ideal for a candidate who enjoys working with very small components and has experience within a fine precision production environment such as embroidery, microscope-based manufacturing, SMT or miniature model assembly. What’s on Offer? * Job Type: Full-time, ongoing temporary work * Working Hours: Day shifts * Salary: £12.80 per hour * Location: Hastings Key Responsibilities * Assemble fine components and parts accurately to meet production targets * Carry out detailed, hands-on assembly work * Ensure finished products meet quality standards * Maintain a clean and organised workstation * Support wider...

Production Operatives Required We are currently recruiting Production Operatives to join a busy and fast-paced manufacturing company. The successful candidates will have excellent attention to detail, strong hand-eye coordination, and the ability to accurately follow technical drawings and work instructions. This role involves standing for extended periods throughout the day, so a good level of physical fitness is essential. Previous experience within an engineering, electrical, manufacturing, or SMT (Surface Mount Technology) environment would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided, and experience is not essential. Key Requirements: * Excellent attention to detail * Good hand-eye coordination * Ability to follow precise drawings and instructions * Reliable and hardworking attitude * Good level of physical fitness * Previous engineering, electrical, manufacturing, or SMT experience (desirable but not essential) We offer a variety of shift...

PLC Controls Engineer – Contract | Dagenham We are currently recruiting 2 experienced PLC Controls Engineers for a major industrial automation and automotive manufacturing project in Dagenham. This is a hands-on commissioning role suited to engineers who are confident working independently in a live manufacturing environment, diagnosing faults, modifying PLC software and bringing automated production equipment online. Role Details Position: PLC Controls Engineer – Contractor Location: Dagenham Rate: £40-£50ph (Outside IR35) Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:00 Contract: Contractor position Vacancies: 2 The Role You will be supporting a major automotive automation project, working directly on production-line equipment and automated stations. The role will involve a combination of PLC programming, software modification, fault-finding and live factory commissioning. Candidates should be comfortable working under pressure and able to quickly diagnose issues between PLC logic...

Commissioning Engineer – Schneider PLC | Dagenham | Contract Location: Dagenham, Essex Contract Type: Contractor Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:00 Rate: £40 - £50 (Outside IR35) Weekend Support: Approximately two weekends per month The Role We are looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support an automated manufacturing project in Dagenham. This is a hands-on role combining basic PLC software development, commissioning, fault finding and production-line support. The successful contractor will work with Schneider Electric PLC systems, making software modifications and supporting the implementation and testing of changes on an operational production line. Key Skills Required Strong experience with Schneider Electric PLCs Proven experience with PL7 Experience with Unity Pro / EcoStruxure Control Expert Ability to make basic PLC software modifications and developments Strong commissioning and fault-finding experience Comfortable working directly on...

Robotics Software Engineer – Contract Location: London – Hybrid / Remote Duration: 3 months Rate: Flexible Sector: Robotics & Automation Opportunity Overview An innovative robotics and automation business is looking for a Robotics Software Engineer to join its engineering team on an initial 3-month contract. You’ll work across a modern ROS 2 Jazzy robotics software stack, developing and deploying software that controls industrial robotic systems used in real-world manufacturing environments. This is an opportunity for a strong software engineer with practical robotics exposure to work alongside robotics developers, controls engineers and product engineers, with your work being deployed directly onto physical robotic systems. The ideal candidate will be available immediately and able to hit the ground running within an existing codebase. On-site working in East London is preferred, although hybrid and remote applications will also be considered. Key Responsibilities...

We are currently supporting a leading engineering business within the water treatment sector in their search for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team.  This is a long term contract, outside ir35 with remote working considered (must be based in the UK).  The Role You will act as the sole Mechanical Engineer across several concurrent projects, taking ownership of mechanical design input, specification, and procurement activities. Key responsibilities include: Specifying and procuring pumps, blowers, and steelwork fabrications Supporting delivery of multiple medium-scale water treatment projects Working closely with suppliers and fabrication partners across the UK Attending factory acceptance tests (FATs) at various UK sites Ensuring engineering solutions are delivered to quality, cost, and schedule requirements About You We are looking for a self-sufficient and fast-learning engineer who is comfortable taking ownership of their work. Ideally you will have:...

Quantity Surveyor - offering career progression, a challenging environment and excellent benefits. Salary: Negotiable Location: London - Heathrow Contract Type: Contract Working Format: HybridOur client specialises in the automation and material handling industry, designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing automated material handling systems across key markets including airports, warehousing and parcel solutions. They have an excellent reputation for reliable project delivery, innovation and customer focus. They have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join their project execution team. This position is well-suited to a strong, self-driven and highly organised quantity surveying professional who enjoys working in complex, technical environments and is motivated by seeing projects through to successful completion. This position sits within the Project Execution team and reports to the Commercial Group Leader. You will provide professional quantity...

Cost Manager - offering career progression, a challenging environment and excellent benefits. Salary: Negotiable Location: London - Heathrow Contract Type: Contract Working Format: HybridOur client specialises in the automation and material handling industry, designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing automated material handling systems across key markets including airports, warehousing and parcel solutions. They have an excellent reputation for reliable project delivery, innovation and customer focus. They have an exciting opportunity for a Cost Manager to join their project execution team. This position is well-suited to a strong, self-driven and highly organised cost management professional who enjoys working in complex, technical environments and is motivated by seeing projects through to successful completion. This position sits within the Project Execution team and reports to the Commercial Group Leader. You will provide professional cost management, contract...

Commercial Manager - offering career progression, a challenging environment and excellent benefits. Salary: Negotiable Location: London - Heathrow Contract Type: Contract Working Format: HybridOur client specialises in the automation and material handling industry, designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing automated material handling systems across key markets including airports, warehousing and parcel solutions. They have an excellent reputation for reliable project delivery, innovation and customer focus. They have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join their project execution team. This position is well-suited to a strong, self-driven and highly organised commercial professional who enjoys working in complex, technical environments and is motivated by seeing projects through to successful completion. This position sits within the Project Execution team and reports to the Commercial Group Leader. You will provide professional contract management,...