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An established manufacturing organisation, steeped in history, have a vacancy for a Production Manager.  

This is a clean and tide environment, that needs someone to manage and instigate improvements within a manufacturing facility.  This is a busy, organisation, and the potential for this to develop into a bigger role, with more responsibilities is huge, your destiny really is in your own hands

It’s a lively working environment, and you will be managing an already pretty motivated team.  There is a choice of either a day or afternoon position.

Commutable from:- Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, West Bromwich, Oldbury, Smethwick, Moseley, Halesowen, Dudley, Wolverhampton, Solihull, Walsall, Aldridge, Brownhills, Lichfield, Rowley Regis and Tyseley

Benefits

• £41,000 - £45,000
• Either Day role OR Permanent afternoon shift 
• X3 Life cover
• 25 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays on top
• Very well-established business
• Friendly and supportive team
• Consistent and stable organisation
• Company Pension 8%

Production Manager Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage a team of approximately fifteen staff
• Drive continuous improvements
• Oversee production schedules and ensure timely delivery of projects. 
• Mentor and train team members on best practices and safety protocols. 
• Maintain machine efficiency and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Collaborate with other supervisors to optimize production processes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Reduction of cycle times and increase productivity
• New product introduction, increasing product range
• Reduction of tooling costs
• Maintaining a high level of housekeeping

Production Manager Requirements:

• Strong Leadership and communication skills
• To have previously driven continuous improvements
• This would suit someone who is truly motivated to make an impact
• Previous experience of supervising Operators and Setters
• This would suit an experienced Man-Manager, or someone who is looking to step up
• To be able to work efficiently within a fast-paced environment
• Choice of either Day OR afternoon shift
• Flexible to cover shifts if needed

This is a super opportunity for someone to really take the reins, so much potential available for the right person.

Send your CV ASAP

Quality Engineer/Manager at Precision Engineering Company

Are you passionate about precision engineering and committed to ensuring top-notch quality standards? Join our dynamic team as a Quality Engineer/Manager and play a pivotal role in maintaining our high-quality standards!

We are a leading precision engineering firm dedicated to innovation and excellence. Our commitment to delivering top-tier products has earned us a reputation for precision and reliability in the industry.  Supplying into a multitude of different industry sectors, such as aerospace, medical, petrochemical and telecommunications to name but a few.

This would suit either a Quality Manager, with existing experience, or a Quality Engineer, who is at that stage in your career, where you are looking to step up to Quality Manager.

Commutable from:-  Birmingham, Hall Green, Moseley, Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield, Walsall, Halesowen, Stourbridge, Redditch and Solihull

Benefits for Quality Engineer / Manager

• £40,000 - £45,000
• Great location with plenty of parking
• Opportunity to step up to Quality Manager
• Outside the Clean Air Zone
• Long established organization
• Very stable, with a large and varied customer base
• Salary reviewed after probation period

Quality Engineer / Manager Duties:

You will be at the forefront of our quality assurance processes. 

• Developing and implementing quality control systems and procedures to maintain product quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Conducting inspections and audits to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and address quality issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyzing data to drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance overall quality performance.
• Leading and mentoring a team of quality professionals to uphold our stringent quality standards.

Quality Engineer / Manager Requirements:

• A good standard of education, and or Apprentice trained
• Proven experience in quality engineering/management within precision engineering or manufacturing.
• In-depth knowledge of quality control methodologies, tools, and regulations.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

WHY JOIN US?

• Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge precision engineering environment.
• Fantastic opportunity if you a Quality Engineer looking to step up
• Or, You may already be a Quality Manager, looking to extend your experience
• Collaborative and innovative company culture that values your contributions.
• Competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Join us in our mission to deliver excellence through precision engineering! If you're ready to make a significant impact and ensure the highest quality in every product, apply now and be a part of our talented team.

A fantastic opportunity for a Tooling Engineer to join a worldwide manufacturer at one of their sites in Shropshire. My client distributes their products to various industry sectors including food, automotive, logistics and the building industry.

My client is looking for a Tooling Engineer who will report to the Tooling Leader to join their Monday-Friday day shifts. 

Tooling Engineer Benefits:

• £32,000 to £36,000 
• Monday – Friday (Days)
• 24 days Annual Leave + Bank Holiday 
• Company Pension
• Overtime Opportunities
• Discount Scheme 

Tooling Engineer Responsibilities:

• Service and maintain injection moulding tools and ensure smooth running of production plans.
• Attend tool breakdowns and diagnose/ resolve tooling issues.
• Regular checks of power tools and equipment used.
• Liaise closely with the Tooling Leader on tooling issues regarding production downtime, low stock levels, planned preventative maintenance, and reactive repairs.
• Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental standards.

Tooling Engineer Requirements:

• Mechanical/fitting training
• Knowledge of Sequential gate hot runner systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulic/ pneumatic cylinders in relation to hot runner systems and tooling cores.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work alone or with a team dependent on jobs.
• Experience of using lathes, milling machines and surface grinder tables.
• Basic understanding of electrics associated with tool heating and controls.

If you are interested in this Tooling Engineer role, please apply today for more information and be sure to leave your contact details.

Commutable from: Telford, Shrewsbury, Market Drayton, Bridgenorth and Wolverhampton.

We are looking for a TOOLMAKER FOR A PERMANENT DOUBLE DAYS POSITION

Are you an experienced Toolmaker, who likes to be kept busy?  This is a friendly, supportive working environment, with plenty of progression prospects available.  There is also support for further training and development.

37.5 working hour week, with Paid Overtime available. Always an early finish on Fridays to give you a good work / life balance  

Well established company, with new projects arriving, creating the need for an experienced Toolmaker. Long-term prospects look fantastic and you will be joining a friendly team

The role is commutable from Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Tyseley, Solihull, Aldridge, Moseley, Halesowen, Cannock, Coventry, Redditch, Tamworth, Kings Heath and Minworth

BENEFITS FOR YOU

• £33,000 - £39,500
• 37.5 hour working week
• Overtime paid
• Early finish Friday 
• Friendly team
• New projects arrived
• Further training and development offered
• On site parking
• Discounted Gym membership
• Well established manufacturing business

DUTIES of TOOLMAKER:

• Corrective, breakdown, and preventative maintenance on the Tooling
• Respond swiftly to breakdowns
• Die repairs
• Repairs on welded jigs and fixtures
• Tooling modifications and refurbishments
• Ensure repairs are carried out to agreed timescales

REQUIREMENTS OF TOOLMAKER

• Ideally, you will be Apprentice trained
• To have worked in a busy Toolroom
• Ideally, transfer and progression tooling knowledge
• Both preventative and repair to existing tooling
• Happy to work Double Days – Mon - Friday

We are looking for a TOOLMAKER FOR A PERMANENT NIGHTS POSITION

Are you an experienced Toolmaker, who likes to be kept busy?  This is a friendly, supportive working environment, with plenty of progression prospects available.  There is also support for further training and development.

37.5 working hour week, with Paid Overtime available. Always an early finish on Fridays to give you a good work / life balance  

Well established company, with new projects arriving, creating the need for an experienced Toolmaker. Long-term prospects look fantastic and you will be joining a friendly team

The role is commutable from Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Tyseley, Solihull, Aldridge, Moseley, Halesowen, Cannock, Coventry, Redditch, Tamworth, Kings Heath and Minworth

BENEFITS FOR YOU

• £35,000 - £41,000
• 37.5 hour working week
• Overtime paid
• Early finish Friday 
• Friendly team
• New projects arrived
• Further training and development offered
• On site parking
• Discounted Gym membership
• Well established manufacturing business

DUTIES of TOOLMAKER:

• Corrective, breakdown, and preventative maintenance on the Tooling
• Respond swiftly to breakdowns
• Die repairs
• Repairs on welded jigs and fixtures
• Tooling modifications and refurbishments
• Ensure repairs are carried out to agreed timescales

REQUIREMENTS OF TOOLMAKER

• Ideally, you will be Apprentice trained
• To have worked in a busy Toolroom
• Ideally, transfer and progression tooling knowledge
• Both preventative and repair to existing tooling
• Happy to work Nights – Mon - Friday

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a PRESS BRAKE SETTER OPERATOR in a unique and fascinating role within our organization. The working environment is characterized by its cleanliness, modernity, and pleasant atmosphere. Our inclusive and friendly culture sets us apart, providing you with total support whenever needed.  We are a well - known-branded organisation

As a Press Brake Setter Operator, you will play a crucial role in producing precision components from start to finish in a high-precision engineering environment. 

Working individually, and as part of a team, you will be operating a range of machinery in order to produce a variety of metal materials with manual and automated equipment, to high quality standards

Our location is conveniently commutable from Lytham, Morecambe, Blackpool, Fleetwood, Blackburn, Preston, Garstang, Southport

Key Benefits:

• Salary: £13 - £15 per hour
• Choice of Shifts
• Shift allowance on top
• Nights would be x4 nights
• Overtime Paid and Available
• Well known brand
• Good stability and long-term prospects
• 25 Days holidays with Stats on top

Press Brake Setter Operator Responsibilities:

• Set and Operator Press Brake Machines
• CNC Press Brakes
• Conduct regular Quality checks
• Maintaining a clean and tidy work area
• Following internal processes
• Working from Engineering drawings
• Use of measuring equipment

Press Brake Setter Operator Requirements:

• Experience with Setting and Operating CNC Press Brake machines
• To have the ability to read engineering drawings 
• Previous knowledge of Trumpf machines would be highly beneficial, though not essential
• Good manual dexterity
• Experience of use of measuring equipment
• A good practical awareness of lean manufacturing and understanding 5S activities

This role will suit someone who thrives in a proactive and initiative-driven team. If you're seeking a long and rewarding career within a remarkable working environment, we welcome your application.