Equipment operators Work, Jobs in Benfleet, Ess (with Salaries)

Production Manager
Laser 24 —Southend-on-Sea
- £50,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Dark Kitchen Operator
B Bagel Bakery —London
- £13.00 - £15.15 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Administrative experience
- Store discount
- Employee discount
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Machine Operators
PrepWorld —Northfleet
- £13.53 - £16.65 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- Free parking
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14d
Machine Operator
Honeywell —Southend-on-Sea
- Full-time
- Quality control
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
Gym and Spa Club Manager
Educated Body —London
- £35,000 - £37,500 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hospitality
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Employee assistance programme
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11d
Excavation & Reinstatement Operatives
Equans —Sittingbourne
- Nights as needed
- Construction
- Employee discount
Production Operator - Pharmaceutical
Qmed Pharmaceuticals —London
- £26,436.80 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Free parking
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4d
Warehouse Operative
Scientific Lab Supplies —Wickford
- £1,500 - £1,600 a month
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Analysis skills
- Warehouse experience
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Install Sales Representative
Johnson Controls —Basildon
- Full-time
- Sales
- Salesforce
- Engineering
12d
Pre Delivery Inspection Operator
Flawless Enterprises Ltd —Sheerness
- £12.96 an hour
- Temporary
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Annual leave
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5d
Bulks Operative
Forth Ports Group —Tilbury
- £33,605 - £36,574 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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3d
CNC Operator & Programmer
FAST CNC LIMITED —London
- £13.37 - £21.40 an hour
- Part-time
- AutoCAD
- In-person
- Hand tools
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Warehouse Operative
D W Clark & Sons Ltd —Maldon
- £27,040 - £29,120 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Forklift
- Organisational skills
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6h
Utility Arboriculture (UA5) Surveyor
NRE Services Ltd —Maidstone
- £39,000 - £50,000 a year
- Overtime
- Driving
- Organisational skills
- IT
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3h
Bar Team Member
Park Holidays UK —Leysdown-on-Sea
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Sales
- Customer service
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Post Knocker Operator/ Lead Fencer
Farm and Country Fencing —Maldon
- £30,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
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7d
Plant Operator - Calcination
Knauf UK & Ireland —Sittingbourne
- £37,749.95 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Microsoft Word
- IT
- Employee assistance programme
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Machine Operator
ASR Group —London
- Continuous improvement
- IT
- Communication skills
Field Technician
ASR Group —London
- Communication skills
Specialist, Service Provider
Pearson —Wainscott
- School

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Production Manager

Laser 24
Southend-on-Sea

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Job details

Full-time
£50,000 - £55,000 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Canteen
Company events
Employee discount
Bereavement leave
On-site parking

Qualifications

Fabrication
MRP
Continuous improvement
Production planning
Sheet metal
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

About Us

Laser 24 Limited is a fast-growing, forward-thinking manufacturing business specialising in precision sheet metal and fabrication solutions. We pride ourselves on quality, efficiency, and delivering for our customers on time, every time.

As we continue to grow and invest in our operations, we are looking for an experienced and driven Production Manager to lead our production function and help shape the next phase of our development.

The Role

As Production Manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling all production activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing output.

You will play a key role in ensuring delivery performance, optimising resources, and driving continuous improvement across the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Control

· Plan and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules

Ensure production targets are achieved in line with capacity and resources
Coordinate closely with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Logistics
Monitor work-in-progress and adjust plans to minimise delays

Operations Management

· Oversee day-to-day production operations

Ensure efficient workflow and optimal resource utilisation
Resolve production challenges (machine issues, material shortages, staffing)
Maintain accurate production reporting and tracking

Team Leadership & Development

· Lead and develop supervisors, team leaders, and operators

Set performance standards and conduct regular reviews
Identify training needs and support workforce development
Foster a strong culture of accountability and safety

Quality & Continuous Improvement

· Ensure all products meet quality standards and customer specifications

Drive a “right first time” culture to reduce rework and waste
Lead or support lean and process improvement initiatives
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce cost

Health, Safety & Compliance

· Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation

Promote safe systems of work and carry out risk assessments
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised production environment

Performance & Reporting

· Monitor KPIs including output, efficiency, scrap, and on-time delivery

Provide regular performance updates to senior management
Utilise ERP/MRP systems for planning and tracking

About You

Essential

· Proven experience in a Production Manager or senior manufacturing role

Strong understanding of production planning and manufacturing processes
Experience managing and developing teams
Good knowledge of health & safety requirements
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Confident using ERP/MRP systems and Excel

Desirable

· Experience within fabrication, engineering, or sheet metal

Knowledge of lean manufacturing / continuous improvement
Experience with CNC or automated production environments

Personal Attributes

· Strong leadership and communication skills

Hands-on, proactive, and solution-focused
Able to manage pressure and shifting priorities
Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
Commercially aware with a focus on productivity

What We Offer

· £50,000 – £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Opportunity to shape and influence a growing business
Supportive leadership team with a strong operational focus
Investment in systems, equipment, and continuous improvement
Long-term career progression opportunities

Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave
Canteen
Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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equipment operators jobs in benfleet, ess

Production Manager

Dark Kitchen Operator

Machine Operators

Machine Operator

Gym and Spa Club Manager

Excavation & Reinstatement Operatives

Production Operator - Pharmaceutical

Warehouse Operative

Install Sales Representative

Pre Delivery Inspection Operator

Bulks Operative

CNC Operator & Programmer

Warehouse Operative

Utility Arboriculture (UA5) Surveyor

Bar Team Member

Post Knocker Operator/ Lead Fencer

Plant Operator - Calcination

Machine Operator

Field Technician

Specialist, Service Provider

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