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Monday to Friday 3 shift £58,000, Ashford, Kent. Engineers – Not everyone can pull the sword from the stone. In the old stories, only the true King could pull Excalibur free. In modern factories, it’s the same idea… not everyone can step onto a production floor, face a breakdown, and bring a site back to life. At ARDO, when lines stop, alarms flash, and production pressure is on, we don’t look for shortcuts. We look for a Multi Skilled Engineer who’s earned the right to carry the tools. Your battlefield is the factory floor. From packing hall production lines and cold stores to refrigeration systems, cooling towers and wastewater plants, you’ll be responsible for keeping the kingdom running safely and efficiently. Some shifts you’ll be the only engineer on duty, standing shoulder to shoulder with the Production Shift Supervisor, owning the engineering performance of the site. You won’t just swing one sword either. You’ll carry both electrical and mechanical weapons, with a 60:40 skill balance. Fault finding on PLCs and SCADA systems. Power and control circuits. Pneumatics. Conveyor systems. Mechanical drives. Health and Safety is the law of the land here. You’ll lead by example, follow procedures, complete compliance checks, and make sure every job is done properly, not just quickly. You’ll also be a leader on the floor: Working closely with production teams and operators. Driving continuous improvement. Reducing waste and energy use. Increasing uptime. Improving line performance. Supporting the delivery of factory KPIs. So who earns the sword? An engineer with: A completed UK engineering apprenticeship. 17th or 18th Edition wiring regulations. At least 5 years’ multi-skilled experience. Strong fault-finding ability across electrical and mechanical systems. MEWP/IPAF licence. Computer literacy. Food manufacturing experience (highly desirable). This is more than just another maintenance role. It’s a chance to step into a business with real heritage, real standards, and real responsibility — where good engineers are trusted, respected, and given ownership. So… can you pull the sword from the stone? Apply now and prove you belong on this factory floor.

Our client are a leading engineering and manufacturing business providing specialist solutions across the aerospace, power generation, rail and oil & gas sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join the team on an initial 8-month contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly technical electro-mechanical manufacturing environment, supporting both existing production and new product introduction activities while driving Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives across the business. Responsibilities • Support production and manufacturing cells with day-to-day engineering activities, • Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives, • Create and maintain SOPs, routings, and manufacturing documentation, • Implement Standard Work and Lean tools including 5S, Visual Management, and one-piece flow, • Improve manufacturing layouts and production flow, • Support production data analysis and problem-solving activities, • Lead improvement projects and CAPEX activities, • Support NPI activities from release through to production, • Participate in FRACAS, MRB, concessions, and change note activities, • Develop PFMEAs, control plans, and process maps, • Mentor production teams on manufacturing best practices Requirements • 5+ years’ Manufacturing Engineering experience, • Strong electro-mechanical manufacturing background, • Experience within aerospace or other regulated industries preferred, • Previous NPI experience, • Strong Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience, • Experience producing SOPs, PFMEAs, process maps, and control plans, • Experience with MRP systems and manufacturing routings, • Knowledge of 5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa, and 8D problem-solving techniques, • Strong technical problem-solving capability If this position could be of interest, please apply or contact Freddie Southall at Mane Contract Services for more information. 📧 F.Southall@Mane.co.uk 📞 01923 470 714

We have an opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer to a well-established and highly respected multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in Ashford, who have a strong reputation for delivering innovative, practical design solutions across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take on a more autonomous, client-facing role within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. This position offers the chance to work within a close-knit, technically strong structural team delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors including residential, commercial, and education. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery from concept through to completion, liaising directly with clients, architects, and contractors. You’ll have the opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the continued growth of the Ashford office while gaining exposure to a wide variety of challenging and rewarding schemes. Our client is looking for a confident and capable engineer who can operate independently while also contributing positively to a team environment. You’ll be comfortable managing your own workload, engaging with clients, and providing practical design solutions. Chartered status is desirable but not essential; what matters most is your experience, technical ability, and proactive approach. What’s On Offer Opportunity to take ownership of projects and client relationships. Clear pathway for career progression and support toward Chartership if required. Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Exposure to a diverse and interesting project portfolio. Supportive, collaborative team culture with direct access to senior leadership. What You Need To Succeed Proven experience in structural design across a range of materials (steel, concrete, timber, masonry). Ability to manage projects independently from concept to completion. Strong client-facing skills with the confidence to attend meetings and represent the business. Experience using industry-standard design software (e.g. Tekla, Tedds, Robot, or similar). Good understanding of UK design standards and regulations. Ability to mentor or support junior engineers. Strong communication and organisational skills. Chartered Engineer status with the IStructE/ICE (or actively working towards) is highly desirable. A strong academic background with a BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering

CAD Manager (Manufacturing) £45,000 - £50,000 + Training + Bonus + Progression + 33 Days Holiday + 7% Pension + Mon-Fri Ashford Are you a CAD Manager with a manufacturing background looking to join a rapidly expanding business, where you will lead a small team and play a key role in delivering large-scale projects for a range of high-profile clients, while benefiting from clear progression opportunities into senior management positions? In this role, you will oversee a close-knit CAD team, managing workloads and coordinating bespoke fabrication projects from concept through to completion. You will be responsible for reviewing and approving technical drawings, maintaining the drawing register, contributing to R&D initiatives and developing new product designs, while also providing ongoing technical guidance and support to the wider team. With over 40 years of industry experience, this company is a well-established and highly regarded manufacturer of bespoke equipment within the building services sector. Known for their commitment to quality and innovation, they have grown into a market leader and continue to expand their operations and capabilities. This opportunity would suit a CAD Manager with AutoCAD experience who is looking to progress within a growing business that offers long-term development into more senior leadership positions. The Role Lead and support a small CAD team in the successful delivery of bespoke manufacturing projects Review, check and approve technical drawings and designs Contribute to research and development projects, including the creation of new designs Work closely with production teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Monday to Thursday, 8:00am - 5:00pm and Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm (39 hours per week) The Person CAD Manager or similar Experience with AutoCAD Manufacturing background Reference number BBBH 25405a AutoCAD, CAD, Design, Team Leader, Supervisor, Manager, Projects, Drawing, Review, Fabrication, Production, Manufacturing, Engineering, Engineer, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Folkestone, Dover If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website. TPBN1_UKTJ

Engineering Technician Join a world leader in the fragrance and flavour industry as a Engineering Technician This position would suit an experienced engineer as well as someone on a junior level eager to develop a career within a forward thinking company. Core Responsibilities Perform preventative maintenance and advanced troubleshooting and/or repairs of production and facility equipment, proactively identifying and resolving recurring maintenance issues in the assigned area of activity. Conduct electrical or mechanical installation, repair, and troubleshooting of motors, instrumentation and/or controls. Identify deviations and document/communicate them in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures. Monitor contractors on small maintenance projects. Work in accordance with all relevant requirements including, but not limited to ATEX, GMP, AIB, OSHA, HACCP, FDA, USDA and internal safety guidelines. Participate in lean activities. Maintains level of housekeeping/sanitation/food safety and safety which meets Company's standards and guidelines. Perform administrative duties including but not limited to creating and closing work requests using Maintenance management system (SAP). May assist the Maintenance Lead and/or Supervisor in delivering technical trainings for the staff and following up on work orders. May perform other tasks as assigned. Academic Background Vocational diploma in Technical engineering or related discipline (pre-university level). Certification required in forklift operation as well as in at least one of the following: pipefitting, welding, or pump, PLC, electrical, robotics or equipment repair. Professional Experience Overall work experience of 5 to 6 years in manufacturing or plant operations (experience in matrixed organization preferred). Up to 1 year of experience in people management desirable. Technical Skills Good knowledge of EHS rules and guidelines. Basic knowledge of SAP and Excel tools. Ability to safely use hand tools and equipment for installation, disassembly and testing of electronic, pneumatic and electrical devices. Good mechanical and/or electrical abilities within e.g. welding, plumbing, pipefitting or electrical areas. Ability to draw/sketch/redline standard machine and process drawings, write and provide simple and accurate instructions. This is a 6 months contract starting immediately ! Call to Action If you are passionate about engineering and eager to develop your career within a forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you! Apply today to become a vital part of our dynamic team and contribute to innovative projects that make a difference. Click the 'Apply Now' button and take the next step in your professional journey with us. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website. TPBN1_UKTJ

CAD Manager (Manufacturing) £45,000 - £50,000 + Training + Bonus + Progression + 33 Days Holiday + 7% Pension + Mon-Fri Ashford Are you a CAD Manager with a manufacturing background looking to join a rapidly expanding business, where you will lead a small team and play a key role in delivering large-scale projects for a range of high-profile clients, while benefiting from clear progression opportunities into senior management positions? In this role, you will oversee a close-knit CAD team, managing workloads and coordinating bespoke fabrication projects from concept through to completion. You will be responsible for reviewing and approving technical drawings, maintaining the drawing register, contributing to R&D initiatives and developing new product designs, while also providing ongoing technical guidance and support to the wider team. With over 40 years of industry experience, this company is a well-established and highly regarded manufacturer of bespoke equipment within the building services sector. Known for their commitment to quality and innovation, they have grown into a market leader and continue to expand their operations and capabilities. This opportunity would suit a CAD Manager with AutoCAD experience who is looking to progress within a growing business that offers long-term development into more senior leadership positions. The Role Lead and support a small CAD team in the successful delivery of bespoke manufacturing projects Review, check and approve technical drawings and designs Contribute to research and development projects, including the creation of new designs Work closely with production teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Monday to Thursday, 8:00am - 5:00pm and Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm (39 hours per week)The Person CAD Manager or similar Experience with AutoCAD Manufacturing backgroundReference number BBBH 25405a AutoCAD, CAD, Design, Team Leader, Supervisor, Manager, Projects, Drawing, Review, Fabrication, Production, Manufacturing, Engineering, Engineer, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Folkestone, Dover If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website

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