C.£30-32k (possible negotiation for exceptional candidates!) Gillingham Mon-Fri 40 hours a week, early finish on Friday, and flexibility between a 7am or 7.30am start! PLEASE NOTE, I CANNOT CONSIDER CANDIDATES WHO DO NOT HAVE PERMANENT RTW IN THE UK FOR THIS ROLE – APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED This is an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering professional to join a leading manufacturing company with a great reputation! Based in a workshop environment, you will be maintaining and operating a range of machinery, with duties to include: Using production machines to manufacture quality parts Precision machining/engineering Fault-finding using root cause analysis Working collaboratively with maintenance, factory management and other production staff Resolving technical problems and issues Working safely in adherence with policies and procedures Any other duties as required You will have: Solid experience in relevant machine setting and operation roles within manufacturing environments A strong underpinning knowledge of mechanical engineering Experience fault-finding and basic maintenance of production machines A good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems Excellent communication skills The best candidates will also have: A qualification in mechanical engineering or similar Why would you want to work here?! Stable, long-term employment Reputable, long-standing organisation with global reach Opportunities to progress Autonomy to solve problems Fantastic team, working with likeminded people Great working hours with an early finish EVERY Friday Competitive salary based on experience Overtime available This is a great role working in a busy workshop environment amongst likeminded Machinists. You will be offered a competitive salary, great working hours and the opportunity to earn more through overtime, as well as up-skill through further training. Please apply online by sending an up-to-date CV! This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Manufacturing, Engineering & Technical Specialist 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