Manufacturing & Production

Our Manufacturing Division consists of experienced consultants who have over ten years experience in recruiting Technical staff within the Manufacturing and Production sectors.

Manufacturing is the transformation of raw materials into finished goods, or intermediate processes involving the production or finishing of semi-manufactures, with such a large process involved, we are specialised to recruit for the whole spectrum. Therefore candidates such as Operatives, Toolmakers, Weld Engineers, Production Engineers, Commodity and Raw Materials Purchasing, Team Leaders, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Directors are finding employment through Probe on a daily basis.

  • Continuous Improvements
  • Six Sigma
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • JIT
  • CNC
  • Health & Safety
  • Cost Reduction
  • Waste Management
  • Toolmaking
  • Production Control

If you would like a confidential discussion surrounding strategic hiring for your organisation or your own career path we would be delighted to hear from you to determine how our services can assist you in finding the right solution so please call us on  0121 321 4311

 

Role Overview

An Estimator with steel experience, is required to join a continually growing, reputable structural company. 

This person must be familiar with and fully comply with the requirements of the company’s Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality management systems. You will be required to perform all the necessary functions required to fulfil the duties of an Estimator including but not limited to the below:

Package

  • Salary £35,000 - £40,000 dependant on experience

Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Burton upon Trent, Tamworth, Lichfield

Essential Skills of the Estimator

  • Proven estimating experience within steelwork / metalwork / fabrication.
  • Technical knowledge of structural designs and materials for relevant industries
  • Good level of numeracy and grammar
  • Detailed knowledge of all relevant Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements
  • Time management skills enabling multiple tender enquiry management
  • Commercial awareness of the goals of the company
  • Ability to seek out additional project work
  • Excellent phone manner both internal and external
  • Computer literacy including Microsoft Office particularly Excel
  • Competent user of Exchequer system 
  • Good communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
  • Disciplined approach to administration of documentation

Key Responsibilities

  • Review technical drawings and initial scope of works for all enquiries.
  • Ensure all relevant industry standards and procedures are available for enquiries.
  • Develop a bill of quantity for all steelwork and associated products within a given tender.
  • Forecast fabrication, metal finish and installation requirements of projects.
  • Ensure any formal programs for the project received from customers are filed with tenders, to allow successful project management.
  • Consider all Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality management systems requirements for tenders.
  • Produce final tender documents including full cost base and scope of works.
  • Update the Enquiry Management Access database with all relevant information.
  • Make projects live on Exchequer when orders are confirmed.
  • Store tender related documents on the T: drive within the customer related directories.
  • Liaising with clients to confirm works and attending sites to complete surveys when necessary.
  • Agreeing specifications of work with clients and making adequate notes to enable the manufacture and installation of projects.
  • Periodically contacting customers to chase up tender acceptance.
 

A Derbyshire based leading manufacturer and innovator in automated food processing equipment, has a great opportunity for a CNC Turner Setter Operator to join their friendly, experience and hardworking team.

Established for more than 20 years, this award-winning organisation, proudly supports customers globally and boasts being the leading, trusted name in the food processing industry. 

CNC Turner Setter Operator Benefits:

  • £16.00 per Hour (depending on experience).
  • Full Time, Monday to Thursday, 07.00–16.30 – Friday, 07.00–11.00
  • Overtime available, daily.
  • Annual Holiday Allowance, 24 Days Annual Leave + Bank holidays 
  • Company Pension

As a CNC Turner Setter Operator you must have previous experience within a similar role and will be fully competent and able to work on their own with minimal supervision.

CNC Turner Setter Operator, Key Roles, Responsibilities & Experiences include: 

  • Set and operate CNC lathe machinery.
  • Programming capabilities, desirable. 
  • Star Sliding Head Lathes, Haas, Fanuc Controls.
  • Read, understand, and interpret engineered drawings.
  • Adjust / replace tooling and associated machine offsets as required.
  • Machine monitoring and maintenance.
  • Performing quality checks.
  • Engineering shop floor inspection equipment.

If you would like to find out more about this CNC Turner – Setter / Operator position, please apply and make sure to include your contact details.  

Commutable from: Derby, Nottingham,, Draycott, Ambaston, Borrowash, Risley, Barton and surrounding areas.

 

PRESS SETTER - PERMANENT NIGHTS

We are a highly successful manufacturing facility located in the vibrant Birmingham area, and we're on the hunt for skilled Press Setters to join our dynamic team. Experienced and Team leader level experience ideal

Why Choose Us? 

Exceptional Long-Term Prospects: When you join us, you're not just joining a company – you're becoming a part of our family. We value our employees and provide outstanding growth opportunities for those who are dedicated and passionate about their work.

Nights – from Monday to Friday. Plus, you'll enjoy an early finish on Fridays, giving you more time to kick-start your weekend!

Commutable from Birmingham, Tamworth, Cannock, Sutton Coldfield, Solihull, Moseley, Kings Heath, Halesowen, Water Orton, Walsall, Aldridge Lichfield, Coventry and Aston

BENEFITS FOR PRESS SETTER                                                                     

  • £36,500 (Includes shift premium)
  • Super Paid Overtime rates
  • Work - Place Pension
  • The chance to be experience being part of a stable, consistent, growing organisation
  • Family fun days
  • 25 annual days leave
  • Access to employee health and well-being.
  • Renowned within the industry
  • Outstanding growth opportunities

DUTIES OF PRESS SETTER

  • Setting large Transfer and progression presses
  • Training and mentoring others
  • Safety checks on equipment
  • Quality checks
  • Driving SMED activity
  • Running / loading material and tools
  • Escalation of issues
  • Involvement in tooling trials
  • Completing complex tool changes
  • Deputising for Team Leader

REQUIREMENTS OF PRESS SETTER

  • It is essential that you have relevant Press Setting experience. 
  • For Senior level / Team Leader, - Supervisory experience 
  • To have worked in a continuous improvement environment
  • This would suit an energetic, ambitious and motivated individual.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Don't miss this chance to join a leading manufacturing facility with a reputation for excellence. Apply now and become a part of our exciting journey towards success.