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Hythe, Kent - 25292.00 Annual GBP Permanent Posted by: New Appointments Group Posted: Tuesday, 27 January 2026
 
 
Do you have experience in carpentry, furniture making, or working within a factory or manufacturing environment? We are currently recruiting a Factory Operative to join our client's growing Production team in Hythe.

Job title: Factory Operative
Location: Hythe (must drive and have your own transport due to location)
Hours of work: Monday to Thursday 7am - 5pm (may be required to work Fridays during peak periods)
Salary: 12.80 per hour/25,292.80 per annum

Job overview:
You will play a key part in the manufacture of high-quality products, operating machinery and ensuring a safe working environment.

Benefits
  • Overtime paid at x1.5
  • 4 weeks annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays
  • Private health insurance and life insurance
  • Profit related bonus
Key responsibilities:
  • Operate production machinery and equipment to manufacture parts.
  • Utilise hand-held tools and power tools to manufacture.
  • Assist in handling of materials and finished products.
  • Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet required specifications.
  • Follow production schedules and work instructions accurately.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas.
  • Accurately assemble components.
  • Assist with the packing and labelling finished goods.
  • Complete basic production documentation.
Essential skills and experience:
  • Previous assembly or manufacturing experience
  • Strong attention to detail
  • A good work ethic
  • Ability to work in a busy environment
  • Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks
  • If you have any experience in carpentry or furniture making we strong urge you to apply!
Next steps:
If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

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Hythe, Kent, UK
Manufacturing
25292.00 Annual GBP
New Appointments Group
New Appointments Group
JS3059739558
27/01/2026 22:00:50
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