Bench Operative

Bench Operative Location: Sittingbourne, Kent Contract: Permanent Hours: Monday–Thursday, 6:00am – 2:15pm Pay: £12.71 – £14.00 per hour (DOE) plus overtime paid at 1.5x About the Role Our Client is a growing UK manufacturing business seeking a reliable and motivated Bench Operative to join their production team in Sittingbourne. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in quality, and likes being part of a team-focused manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for carrying out finishing, assembly, and workshop operations on sheet metal components, ensuring products meet customer specifications while maintaining a safe and organised workspace. Key Responsibilities • Carry out deburring, dressing, drilling, tapping, countersinking, reaming, tube bending, and sawing. • Assemble sheet metal components using hand and power tools. • Read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions. • Inspect completed work to ensure it meets required quality standards. • Report quality concerns or equipment issues to the Team Leader. • Complete work to agreed production schedules and targets. • Follow all Health & Safety procedures and PPE requirements. • Maintain a clean and organised workspace. • Support other areas of production when required. • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. About You Essential: • Good practical skills and strong attention to detail. • Ability to use hand and power tools safely. • Basic understanding of engineering drawings. • Good communication and teamwork skills. • Reliable, organised, and able to work to deadlines. Desirable: • Previous experience within a manufacturing or sheet metal environment. • Experience operating workshop machinery. Benefits • 4% matching pension after 3 months • Training and development opportunities • Career progression opportunities • Bi-annual profit share scheme • Private healthcare after 6 months • Subsidised gym membership • Two paid physiotherapy sessions annually • Additional holiday entitlement with length of service • Free tea and coffee • 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking manufacturer that values quality, teamwork, and employee development. About Morgan Jones Morgan Jones Limited acts as an employment agency. By applying, you accept the Terms & Conditions as well as the Privacy, Cookie and Data Retention Policy which can be found on our website. Due to the high volume of applicants we receive, if you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. To view other great opportunities, visit our website or follow Morgan Jones on your favourite social networks – Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or LinkedIn.