PSM Recruitment is looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to join an established manufacturing business based in Hythe, Kent. Working closely with the Chief Inspector and Quality team,  to identify, prevent and resolve quality issues across both existing and new products. You will be involved from the early stages of new product introduction, helping to ensure that quality requirements are properly planned and delivered through to the finished product reaching the customer.

You'll ideally have previous experience within a Quality Engineering role in an engineering or manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of quality processes and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Chief Inspector and Quality team as required
• Create and execute CMM programmes
• Carry out equipment and gauge calibration and maintain the calibration database
• Provide a fast and proactive response to quality concerns across the business
• Raise and champion 8D investigations
• Action SNCRs and manage non-conformances
• Identify root causes of quality issues and implement improvements
• Raise concessions where required
• Interpret technical specifications and engineering drawings
• Carry out contract reviews and provide feedback to the Quality Manager
• Identify potential non-compliances and communicate these effectively
• Ensure drawings contain all information required to manufacture components correctly
• Prepare ISIRs and PPAPs
• Create and maintain Quality Schedules and SPMs (Special Packing Methods)
• Review manufacturing processes and Introduce appropriate quality schedules, care points and gauges where required
• Support the successful introduction of new products from order through to delivery
• Conduct internal audits

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience using a range of specialist measuring equipment
• Experience creating and maintaining Quality Schedules
• Knowledge of equipment and gauge calibration
• Experience with CMM programming
• Understanding of 8D investigations and root cause analysis
• Experience with PPAPs and ISIRs
• Knowledge of non-conformance processes
• Experience conducting internal audits
• Good numeracy, literacy skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A confident and proactive approach to problem solving
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Hours of Work: 39 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 17:00, Fridays 08:00 – 13:00)

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

PSM Recruitment is looking for a Quality Inspector.  The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that components produced are of the best quality and correct to customer specifications. You must be prepared to move around the company’s three quality areas to build up an all-round knowledge of QC procedures for this position.

The Quality Department is focused on ensuring that all work produced by the different sections in the company meets the agreed company quality standards and fully complies with the clients’ drawings and other special instructions provided with the order. The aim of the Quality Department is to ensure that all customers receive high-quality product and that we meet delivery performance targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• To ensure that components produced are of the best quality
• To ensure that components produced are correct to customer specifications
• To verify dimensions
• Check first offs that the setter or operator require second checking
• To carry out good’s inwards inspection of material and components received from suppliers
• Inspect components before they are sent out to customer
• Record non-conforming products
• Create plans to improve product quality
• Identify causes for non conformance and then work to improve the product quality and discuss recommended actions at any 8D investigation meetings
• Assist with the calibration of company equipment as required

• To ensure that you are working to the correct methods
• To be responsible for the control of Health & Safety and cleanliness in the area
• Attend daily tier meetings
• Assist with customers/visitors if required
• If required visit customers to assist with sorting non-conforming product

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• The ability to read Engineering Drawings.
• The ability to use a range of specialist measuring equipment i.e. – Vernier Caliper, Micrometer, Height Gauge, Slip Gauges, X-Ray, Clock & Stand, Depth Micrometer and RA Tester 
• Calibration of equipment and gauges
• A good understanding of maths
• Attention to detail
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Problem solving ability

Hours of Work: 39 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 17:00, Fridays 08:00 – 13:00)

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

PSM Recruitment is working with a well-established and respected international logistics business in Dover to recruit an experienced Customs Clearance Clerk. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, supportive team where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth movement of goods across international borders. This position operates on 12-hour day and night shifts, offering a varied and fast-paced working environment.

As a Customs Clearance Clerk, you'll be responsible for ensuring Customs declarations are completed accurately and efficiently, helping to keep freight moving while maintaining full compliance with Customs regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and processing Customs declarations and associated documentation
• Accurately entering information into Customs systems
• Liaising with customers, hauliers, internal departments and Customs authorities
• Resolving Customs queries quickly and professionally
• Monitoring shipments and proactively dealing with any issues
• Ensuring compliance with current Customs legislation and procedures
• Working closely with colleagues to provide an efficient end-to-end Customs clearance service

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• A minimum of 3 years' current Customs Clearance experience
• A strong understanding of UK Customs procedures and compliance
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Good IT skills and experience using Customs software

What's on Offer?

Alongside a competitive salary (depending on experience), our client offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Healthcare cashback scheme (including dental, optical, physiotherapy and more)
• Mental wellbeing support and 24/7 GP access
• Retail discounts with a wide range of high street and online retailers
• Excellent training and career development opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

PSM Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a successful manufacturing business in Hythe, Kent, for a Systems Administrator. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving processes, maintaining management systems and working across multiple departments to ensure compliance, quality and continuous improvement.

Working closely with the Commercial Director and senior management team, you'll play a key role in maintaining the company's Integrated Management System (IMS), supporting internal and external audits, monitoring compliance and helping drive business improvements.

What you'll be doing

• Maintaining and developing the Integrated Management System (IMS)
• Coordinating and supporting internal and external ISO audits
• Managing company documentation and document control
• Producing reports and management information
• Monitoring compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 standards
• Assisting with Health & Safety and Environmental Management activities
• Carrying out risk assessments, COSHH and DSE assessments
• Supporting supplier approval processes and customer audits
• Monitoring legislation and advising management of changes
• Investigating non-conformances and supporting corrective actions
• Developing training documentation and maintaining compliance records

We're looking for someone who has:

• Experience working with Integrated Management Systems (IMS)
• Knowledge of ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001
• Strong Microsoft Office and IT skills
• Experience coordinating audits and compliance activities
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• The ability to analyse information and produce accurate reports
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to work across all levels of the business

It would also be advantageous if you have:

• Internal or Supplier Audit experience
• NEBOSH or Health & Safety qualifications
• Knowledge of Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
• Experience within manufacturing or engineering

The successful candidate will be:

• Highly organised and methodical
• A confident communicator
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities
• A strong problem solver
• Positive, professional and approachable
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

What's in it for you?

• Join a well-established and respected manufacturer
• Varied and interesting role with genuine responsibility
• Opportunity to influence business improvements
• Supportive management team
• Long-term career opportunity

Hours : 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and Friday 08:00 to 13:00, 39hrs per week

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

Senior IFA Administrator (Mortgage Focused)

Hybrid working
Up to £35,000 DOE + Bonus
Full Time  - Permanent

Are you an experienced Senior IFA Administrator with strong mortgage knowledge looking for a varied role within a friendly, established financial services team?

PSM Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected Independent Financial Adviser in the search for a proactive and highly organised Senior IFA Administrator.

This is not a traditional paraplanning role, the successful candidate will primarily take ownership of an established mortgage book, while also providing high-quality back-office support across the wider financial planning business.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, takes ownership of their workload, and is looking for a hybrid position.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and developing an existing mortgage book.
• Preparing and processing mortgage applications.
• Income reconciliation.
• Updating client records and fact finds using Intelligent Office (IO).
• Preparing applications and basic SimplyBiz templated suitability reports.
• Completing annual suitability reviews.
• Cash calculations.
• Liaising with providers to resolve missing payments and delayed transfers.
• Providing comprehensive administrative support to the wider advisory team.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a Senior IFA Administrator.
• Strong working knowledge of Intelligent Office (IO) is essential.
• Mortgage administration or mortgage arranging experience is essential.
• Mortgage qualifications would be advantageous.
• Level 4 Diploma (or working towards it) is welcomed but not essential.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• A team player who enjoys working within a close-knit, supportive business.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience.
• Bonus scheme.
• Hybrid working
• Join a friendly, professional and well-established financial services practice.
• A varied role with genuine responsibility and autonomy.
• Long-term career opportunity within a supportive team.

If you're an experienced IFA Administrator with strong mortgage knowledge looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

PSM Recruitment are seeking a Client Services & Marketing Administrator to join a fast growing successful, data-driven, communications services company based in Orpington, you will play a key role in delivering excellent customer service while supporting a wide range of marketing activities. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who is proactive, highly organised, and eager to develop their skills within a growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing efficient administrative support to the Client Services team and acting as a primary point of contact for visitors and incoming enquiries

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date information within the CRM system

• Updating the company website and ensuring content is engaging and SEO-optimised

• Planning and executing email marketing campaigns and monitoring response rates

• Creating, generating, and scheduling content across social media and internal online channels

• Coordinating the quarterly newsletter, liaising with designers and contributors to ensure deadlines are met

• Assisting with the creation of company presentations and sales support materials

• Working collaboratively with marketing specialists to help deliver the overall marketing strategy

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• 1–2 years’ experience in an office-based marketing and/or client services role

• Excellent copywriting and written communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability

• Experience creating basic creative assets, including simple graphics and video content

• Experience coordinating marketing activities or projects

• The ability to commute to the Orpington office (within approximately one hour)

Hours are Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm based full - time in the office 

Salary £25,000 - £28,000 DOE 

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £14.50 per hour

Job Title: Automation Electrical Engineer
Location: Ramsgate 
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

PSM Recruitment are looking for an experienced Automation Electrical Engineer to join a successful company based in Ramsgate, specialising in plastics processing machinery and ancillary equipment. The role is responsible for development, testing and maintenance of automation for machinery and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for plastics processing machinery (e.g., injection moulding, extrusion, blow moulding) and ancillary equipment (e.g., material handling, dryers, temperature control units, robotics).

• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.

• Support installation, commissioning, and integration of new equipment and automation projects.

• Diagnose and repair electrical and automation issues to minimise downtime.

• To undertake and maintain '5S' activity within the Maintenance and Maintenance stores areas.

• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to deliver technical support and improvements.

• Ensure all electrical work complies with relevant safety regulations and industry standards, maintain good housekeeping.

• Drive continuous improvement and process optimisation through automation upgrades and innovation.

• To undertake monthly inspections and testing of emergency lighting.

Skills & Experience

• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field or 2 years experience.

• Proven experience in automation and electrical engineering within the plastics processing industry or similar manufacturing environment.

• Hands-on experience with robotics, motion control, and integration of ancillary equipment.

• Competence in electrical design, fault finding, and use of electrical test equipment.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Knowledge of relevant health, safety, and compliance standards.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).

• Exposure to cutting-edge automation technologies in plastics processing.

• Training and development to support career growth.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Job Title: Toolmaker – Injection Moulding Tools
Location: Ramsgate
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

PSM Recruitment are seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join a company in Ramsgate. The successful candidate will be responsible for the repair, maintenance, and servicing of injection moulding tools, ensuring production efficiency, reliability, and quality. This is a hands-on role that requires precision, attention to detail, and experience working with a variety of toolroom equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, servicing, modification and preventative maintenance on injection moulding tools.

• Use of manual milling machines. 
• Use of lathes, surface and cylinder grinders.

• Diagnose and resolve tool-related issues to minimise downtime.

• Strip, inspect, and rebuild tools to required specifications.

• Operate toolroom machinery such as mills, lathes, grinders, and EDM equipment.

• Maintain high standards of accuracy and quality in all toolmaking work.

• Work closely with production and engineering teams to support manufacturing requirements.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.

• Maintain accurate records of tool repairs and modifications.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Toolmaker, ideally within injection moulding.

• Strong knowledge of toolroom practices and machining processes.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

• Competence in using precision measuring equipment.

• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.

• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Toolmaking/Engineering is desirable or minimum 4 years experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

• Ongoing training and development.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Long-term career prospects within a growing company.

• Hours are 8am - 4pm Monday - Friday