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

 

Are you a dedicated Health & Safety and HR professional with a passion for process improvement? We are seeking an individual who can drive positive change in our organisation.

As part of our team, you will be responsible for enhancing and optimizing all Health & Safety and HR processes.

We are a unique manufacturing organisation, offering products both off the shelf and as one-off’s.  We are proud of our highly supportive and collaborative work environment

You may be a Health and Safety professional, who is looking for a niche role, that can offer more involvement with HR, this could be just the job for you. 

Commutable from Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall,  Rugeley, Tamworth, Lichfield, Pelsall, Wolverhampton, Smethwick, Brownhills, Bloxwich, Dudley, Cannock, Shifnal and Roughley

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Head of Manufacturing and Operations Director to align strategies and goals.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain effective Health & Safety policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across Health & Safety and HR functions.
  • Foster a culture of safety and well-being within the organization.
  • Oversee employee training programs related to safety and HR practices.
  • Oversee accident reporting
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and streamline workflows.
  • Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR matters.
  • Maintain Staff records including sickness and holidays
  • Oversee Accident Reporting, RIDDOR requirements and documentation

Qualifications:

  • Professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, CIPD) preferred but not essential
  • Proven experience in Health & Safety and / or HR roles, preferably within a SME industrial environment
  • Detailed knowledge  of Health and Safety Legislation and Employment Law, DSEAR and COSHH
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Passion for driving positive change and fostering a safe work environment.
  • Strong and positive

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and contribute to our organization’s success, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping a safer and more efficient workplace!

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.

 

Join Our Team and Excel in Engineering Estimation!

We are where precision meets innovation. As a leading player in the manufacturing sector, we're expanding our team and seeking an adept Engineering Estimator. With a salary range of £35,000 - £40,000, along with a plethora of benefits including comprehensive training, career progression opportunities, and more, this role offers a rewarding career path.

This Estimator role is commutable from: Wednesbury, Walsall, Dudley, Wolverhampton

Benefits and Perks

  • £35,000 - £40,000
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Service-related holiday bonus scheme.
  • Company pension (matched 6%).
  • Monthly bonus scheme.
  • Overtime opportunities.
  • Onsite parking and cycle to work scheme.
  • Staff outings and Christmas parties.
  • History of annual pay increases and potential Christmas bonus.

About Us

With a stable and successful trajectory, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and continuous expansion. Joining our team as a Engineering Estimator means becoming part of a dynamic environment where growth and progression are not just encouraged but actively supported. As part of a collaborative team, you'll have ample opportunities to hone your skills and advance in your career.

Engineering Estimator Duties:

  • Correct person must have Presswork Experience along with Estimating.
  • Formulate quotations and estimate costs based on CAD or engineering drawings.
  • Identify cost-effective manufacturing processes for components.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to obtain subcontract costs.
  • Prepare cost sheets and assist in production component preparation.
  • Work closely with the estimating department and wider business to deliver competitive solutions.

Skills & Experience required for a Engineering Estimator:

  • Engineering apprenticeship or relevant qualification preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft NAV Dynamics is advantageous.
  • Strong mechanical engineering knowledge.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Effective time management and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings.

If you're passionate about engineering estimation and ready to take the next step in your career, apply now and become part of our success story!
 

 

Company

With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global company that continues to grow, having doubled in size over the last five years. 

They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry.  The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted.

The business are big advocates of personal development, growth and progression, with many success stories of this across the company. 

Salary, Hours and Benefits

  • £40,000
  • 7:30am – 4:00pm Monday to Thursday, 1:00pm finish on Friday’s
  • The chance to join a very successful and growing business
  • Up to 10.5% company pension
  • Company bonus
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Cash health plan

Commutable From: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Kidderminster  

Role Purpose

  • As part of providing life protecting products, testing and traceability of the products in-process and prior to shipment to customer is hugely important. 
  • Evolving test hardware and software to support production operations in an effective and efficient manner whilst growing our output is a key.
  • The Manufacturing Test Engineer (MTE) will define, develop, implement and improve product test processes and hardware / software in the production environment.
  • Forming part of global operations and reporting into the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Test Engineer will work cross-functionally with Product Design and Testing, Production and Manufacturing functions and be instrumental in the design and development of product testing processes and equipment from conception through to production support and continuous improvement. 

Key Qualifications and Experience Required

  • The Manufacturing Test Engineer will be time served experience in an electro-mechanical manufacturing and production environment, educated to degree level (ideally) in mechanical engineering, electronics, controls or closely related subject matter.
  • Experience in electronics and software / hardware design and manufacturing systems design.
  • Strong track record in continuous improvement, project management, fault rectification and production support roles
  • Be able to evidence an aptitude for detail, process control and documentation.
  • Experience interacting with and leading cross functional improvement groups on the shop floor.
  • Demonstrate a flexible, inclusive and pro-active approach to identifying and resolving problems.

About You

  • The Manufacturing Test Engineer will be a process led, proactive problem solver, data led and analytical in nature.
  • Having good background skills in project, task and prioritisation management and communication you will be able to demonstrate experience in electronics and testing at a practical level, preferably in a similar environment or industry. An ability to work and resolve issues within a high-pressure production environment, quickly and accurately is a must. 

Key Areas of Responsibility of The Role Include

  • Test Definition - Using product and process knowledge to define & develop testing solutions, including hardware / software and process application.
  • Reporting and Data – Defining and analysing data capture and information, interpreting results and driving improvement.
  • Process Support – Developing and documenting test processes and providing support to operations teams. Manage test process adherence and training.
  • Hardware / Software Support – Maintenance management, fault resolution, Test system safety and calibration
  • Product Testing – Supporting production test processes to understand and resolve test failures.
  • New Capability – Support Product development with testing capability and continuous improvements initiatives with global standardisation in mind
 

This is a great opportunity for a Telesales Team Leader to join a family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence.

With over 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, with this role being part of that growth.

Telesales Team Leader Salary and Benefits

  • £25,000 - £28,000
  • Commission
  • 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday
  • 23 days holiday, increasing with service, plus statutoryLife Assurance
  • Profit related pay

Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Mansfield, Chesterfield, Heanor

Telesales Team Leader Candidate Requirements

  • Three plus years experience in a similar role
  • Familiarity with MRP systems
  • Technically minded
  • Competent in the use of MS Office Suite
  • An active interest in the automotive arena
  • A good motivator with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Accurate with good attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Good time management skills

Telesales Team Leader Manager Key Responsibilities

  • Support to the Head of Business Development and the field team
  • Lead the internal teams to meet and exceed targets, setting clear targets and performance expectations
  • Support and assist the inbound central enquiry, live chat and online product demonstration teams
  • Support recruitment, training and development of the team
  • Conduct the full performance management cycle
  • Set and track sales targets in conjunction with the business objectives
  • Monitor sales procedures and ensure records are comprehensively administered
  • Pro-actively communicate sales enquiry opportunities to the Head of Business Development
 

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a SALES AND TRAINING EXECUTIVE

This is an exciting Organisation to be part of, you would be joining a prestigious, state of the Art bespoke manufacturing organisation. Specialising in either high quality off the shelf modules, to individual new developments.  We are very much at the forefront of brand new technology.

We have been providing pioneering technologies and products to our customers worldwide for a number of years now, out teams are accomplished teams of experts, highly specialised in the development, industrialisation and production.

You will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of Sales and marketing plans within your assigned territory.

Your role will be split between demonstrating and selling time and delivering training courses.  Training courses usually delivered on customer premises

Commutable from  Darlington, Durhan, Carlilse, Newcastle upon Tyne, Gretna Green, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee

Sales and Training Executive Benefits:

  • Salary: £38,000
  • Bonus
  • Company car
  • Company contributory pension
  • Highly prestigious brand, products and customers
  • Pristine and modern working environment
  • Market leader with more continued growth predicted
  • Unlimited Career progression

Sales and Training Executive Responsibilities:

  • Time split between demonstrating / selling time and delivering training courses
  • Training courses will be delivered at customer sites
  • Develop  territory business plans to grow the business in your area
  • Deliver training courses
  • Develop and maintain strong customer relationships
  • Generate quotes
  • Communicate new product developments to prospective and existing customers
  • Analysis of market trends
  • Participate in trade events, exhibitions and promotional events

Sales and Training Executive Requirements:

  • Strong sales and customer service experience
  • To have previously delivered training 
  • Good  knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
  • Previous experience of working within a product and services driven industry
  • Adaptable, to have skills and experience to be  comfortable switching between training and sales
  • Professional and helpful with customers
 

CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator (Milling or Turning)

Due to an expansion, we are now recruiting for several roles! We offer a good variety of job roles, A good level of experience would be ideal but not overly required as some training can be provided. Roles include both manual work and machining (see below)

Salary/Benefits and Night Shifts for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

  • Starting salary at £28,000 up to £35,000 (DOE)  
  • Company pension with a total weekly contribution of 8%.
  • Health and Safety bonus system every 6 months for qualified individuals.
  • Overtime paid at time 1/3 + Sundays paid at time 1/2.
  • Monday to Thursday 8am – 4:30pm – Friday: 8am – 1am

Roles available for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

  • Manual Vertical Borers Setter/Operators (Turning)
  • Manual Horizontal Borers Setter/Operators (Milling)
  • CNC Horizontal Borer Setter/Operator/Programmer
  • CNC Elgamill Setter/Operator/Programmer

Requirements for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

Manual:

  • Have experience of setting and operating manual boring machines or have a similar background (in either milling or turning)
  • Work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy work pieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect parts.

CNC Borers:

  • Roles available for experience in Heidenhain control systems and Fanuc (Fanuc also uses Cimcon CADCam for programming)
  • Work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy work pieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect parts.

CNC Vertical Borer Setter/Operator/Programmer:

  • Have some CNC Setter/Operator/Programmer experience using Fanuc control systems (also uses Cimco CADCam for programming)
  • Be able to work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy workpieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect the parts.

Join our team of CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator (Milling or Turning)

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become part of our talented team of professionals. With competitive pay, generous benefits, and ample opportunities for growth, this is your chance to shine. Join us as we embark on an exciting journey towards success.

This job is commutable from: Oldham, Manchester, Stockport and surrounding areas.