Manufacturing Engineer Location: Folkestone Pay: competitive Shift Pattern: 8.00-4.30 Monday - Thursday and 8.00-3.30 on Friday Temporary ongoing We are recruiting for a Process Engineer to join a growing manufacturing and product development environment, supporting the scale-up and continuous improvement of innovative consumer and healthcare products. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with experience in manufacturing, process improvement, or production engineering who enjoys working across R&D, operations, quality, and production teams. The successful candidate will play a key role in taking products from pilot stage through to full-scale manufacturing, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and capable of delivering high-quality products consistently. Key Responsibilities Support the development and scale-up of new products from pilot to industrial production Plan and support manufacturing trials within production environments Improve...

CAPA Lead (Fixed Term Contract) Are you a problem solver who thrives on challenges? Do you have a passion for quality assurance and a knack for leading cross-functional teams? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as our CAPA Lead! Position Details Role : CAPA Lead Contract : Fixed Term for 6 months Location : Folkestone, Kent (Hybrid working available) Salary : Competitive Hours : 37 hours per week (Monday - Thursday 9 am - 5 pm, Friday 9 am - 4:30 pm) Holiday : 24 days + Bank Holidays (with the option to buy/sell up to 3 days per year) Pension : 9% matched contribution scheme Additional Benefits : Medical/Health cashback scheme, annual performance-related bonus, life assurance cover Key Responsibilities Lead investigations into complex quality issues and deviations. Coordinate and manage CAPA processes to ensure timely closure and effectiveness. Conduct risk assessments and recommend strategic solutions. Analyse data, trends,...

Laboratory Technician Location: Folkestone, Kent Start Date: 10th August 2026 Hours: 6:00am - 6:00pm - 4 on 4 off Pay Rate: Competative Duration: Temp to Perm Join Our Clients Team! Are you passionate about quality control? We are seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician to join our dynamic Quality department! If you thrive in a fast-paced laboratory environment and possess a keen eye for detail, this is the opportunity for you! What You'll Do: As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of our products. Your responsibilities will include: Testing raw materials, semi-finished goods, and finished products to meet stringent quality standards. Conducting tests on medical devices to ensure compliance with regulations. Supporting a culture of quality by adhering to GMP and other regulatory requirements. Maintaining detailed and accurate records in line with company policies. Working independently on tasks...

Join Our Clients Team as a Machinist in Ashford! Are you a skilled Machinist looking for a new opportunity? If you have experience working with workshop machines and are ready to take on a dynamic role, we want to hear from you! About the Role: We are seeking two Machinists to join our team on a permanent basis. If you're looking for a temp-to-perm position, we're open to that as well! This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to exciting projects in a supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: - Operate and maintain various workshop machines, including: - Saws - Drills - Punches - Guillotines - Rollers - Benders Ensure high-quality standards in all machining tasks. Collaborate with team members to improve processes and productivity. Keep the workshop clean and organised, while managing the oily nature of the job. What We Offer: Competitive hourly rate of 13.33 . Potential for temp-to-perm placement, with the option...

Our client, a leading global manufacturer is seeking a Junior Packaging Technologist to join their team at their site in Folkestone, Kent. This is a full-time, on-site position and is temporary ongoing. If you're looking to develop your career within a fast-paced FMCG environment, this is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting the development and delivery of innovative packaging solutions. The Role As a Junior Packaging Technologist, you will support the development, testing, and implementation of packaging solutions across a range of consumer products, ensuring packaging meets quality, safety, sustainability, and cost objectives. Key responsibilities include: Conduct laboratory and packaging tests, experiments, and trial activities in line with established procedures. Assist with the development, evaluation, and validation of packaging concepts and materials. Collect, analyse, and interpret test data, preparing accurate technical reports and...

Employment Specialist - Folkestone/Hythe /Dover Location: Folkestone Salary: Up to £28,000 depending on experience Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Looking for a role where you can genuinely change lives? At The Forward Trust, we re looking for compassionate, motivated Employment Specialists to join our Connect to Work team across Folkestone / Hythe and Dover. This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week, although part-time or reduced hours will also be considered depending on business needs and service requirements. If you enjoy helping people build confidence, overcome barriers and move towards a better future, this could be the perfect opportunity to make a real difference every day. You ll support people facing barriers to employment, including mental health challenges, long-term health conditions, disabilities and other life circumstances, helping them find meaningful work, sustain employment and progress towards greater independence. What you ll be...

We are recruiting for a Labourer to join our well established client based on the outskirts of Ashford. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career with a truly supportive manager. Location: Outskirts of Ashford (must drive due to location) Contract: Temporary to permanent Salary: 13.33 + over time available paid at higher rates Hours: Monday to Thursday 8am-5:45pm, finishing at 4:15pm on Fridays Benefits: Weekly pay, up to 28 days annual leave, access to free eyecare voucher, temp of the month awards, dedicated consultant to support your job search, first opportunity to see permanent positions, perks a work, discounts schemes and access to well-being platforms. Duties: As a Labourer/Wood Cutter, you will be responsible for using saws and machinery to cut reject pieces of wood, to be reused in the assembly process. Due to the size of the business, you will have the opportunity to be trained in other areas, such as...

Plant Quality Manager Folkestone, Kent On-site, 5 days per week 37 hours per week Are you an experienced Quality professional looking for the opportunity to lead quality operations within a regulated manufacturing environment? We are proud to be partnering with a fantastic International manufacturing business who are seeking a Plant Quality Manager to take ownership of all Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities at their Folkestone manufacturing site. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining the highest standards across both cosmetic and medical device manufacturing operations. The Opportunity As Plant Quality Manager, you will lead the site's quality function, working closely with Operations, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain and R&D teams to ensure products are manufactured and released in line with GMP, ISO and regulatory requirements. You will play a pivotal role in...