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Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Tool Room Engineer to join a busy fast paced manufacturing environment that supply to a range of industry sectors such as garden, home, catering, aerospace and automotive. You will be ensuring optimum performance and safe operation of all Mould tools to assist in the efficient running of the plant whilst maintaining good housekeeping. 

The package details for the role of Tool Room Engineer include the below and further at interview:

• Salary £35,000 rising to £38,000 after probation 
• Monday – Friday 8am – 4.30pm 
• Company pension matched up to 8%
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays 
• Health care plan 
• Excellent discount on company products 

You must hold a time served apprenticeship in toolmaking, machining or engineering. Knowledge of injection moulding process is beneficial and being able to read technical drawings. 

Other key duties and experience for the Tool Room Engineer role involve:  

• Carries out breakdown maintenance on all mould tools, jigs, fixtures etc.
• Carries out preventative maintenance on all mould tools, jigs, fixtures etc.
• Carries out projects associated with tools, tooling and/or manufacturing equipment as requested by the Tool Room Manager.
• Provides shift cover in the Tool Room when required.
• Attends college/training courses where applicable.
• Ensures conformance to the Company Quality System procedures as documented.

The Tool Room Engineer role is commutable from Oxford, Banbury, Daventry, Southam and Buckingham 

Electro Plating Technician Required

Are you an Electro Plating Technician who is looking to step up their career to Technician level, this could be just the job for you! This is a unique working environment, with lots of new investment going into this facility.

Producing components for a variety of different industry sectors, this lends a huge amount of stability to this business.

Working Days, with always a lunchtime finish on Fridays, this is a great opportunity for an experienced Electro Plater, to join a friendly, supportive team.  You may either experienced with Electroplating, or Nitriding will also be considered.

You will be reporting to the Production Manager and you will be given responsibility for the operation of the Tin Plating Line process. Ensuring full compliance with Health and Safety, with strong attention to detail, this is a super opportunity.

Our location is conveniently commutable from Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Oldbury, Walsall, Solihull, Aston, Solihull, Chelmsley Woods, Coventry, Atherstone, Lichfield, Minworth, Castle Vale and Yardley.

Key Benefits for Electro Plating Technician

• Salary: £29,500
• Days
• Early Friday finish
• Lunchtime finish on Fridays
• Superb on-site canteen facilities and Family Days
• Life assurance
• 25 days of holiday
• Healthcare coverage
• Pristine and modern working environment
• Market leader with more continued growth predicted

Responsibilities of Electro Plating Technician

• Responsibility for operating of the Tin Plating Line process
• Ensure the process produces the highest quality product
• Trouble shoot new plating techniques and drive process performance improvements
• Analyse of production data and engineering runs
• Optimise the plating process
• Quality checks by use of Xray machines, Pero washing
• Operating and programming furnaces
• 5S
• Loading and unloading furnaces
• Establish process controls
• Cost and scrap reduction

Requirements for Electro Plating Technician

• Experience of electroplating in a production environment
• Nitriding experience readily consdidered
• Previous experience of setting  up and sustaining electrochemistry equipment
• Experience  of trouble shoot new plating techniques and driving process performance improvements
• Handson knowledge of chemical development and electrochemical processes
• FLT licence – Counter Balance would be beneficial
• Previous experience of measuring equipment and chemicals
• IT Literate
• This would suit someone who enjoys being part of a team, with strong communication skills

New exciting opportunity to join a global Manufacturing organisation based in Greater Manchester Area.  This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join an already established maintenance team. 

The Maintenance Engineers position is commutable from the following locations: Warrington / Skelmersdale / Bolton / Wigan 

Shift the maintenance engineer will be required to work Shift Pattern 4 on 4 off - 2 x 12 hr days & 2 x 12hr nights, 5 * 18-day breaks fixed

Benefits the Maintenance Engineer will receive: 

• Salary: £51.000- £54,000 DOE 
• Great training and progression opportunities 
• Company Pension Contribution 7%
• Life Assurance 
• Healthcare 
• Secured onsite Parking 
• Plenty of overtime 

The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible and hold the following experience:  

• Maintain and install all mechanical plant & machinery in line with company requirements.
• React quickly, diagnose & repair any mechanical related problems on the plant or equipment.
• Carry out our planned preventative maintenance schedule on the full range of equipment within the site .
• Ensure that all plant and machinery is kept in a good, safe working & clean condition.
• Complete all relevant paperwork associated with the task being performed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Carry out daily inspections as requested related to safety, air, steam and water leaks and complete repairs as necessary.
• Report any problems regarding equipment and machinery immediately to the Engineering Team Leader.
• Ensure that you are aware of the Company Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures and that you always adhere to them.
• Complete Maintenance work orders, use of a CMMS system, Agility or similar
• Experience with pneumatic & hydraulic equipment & systems
• Knowledge of high-pressure steam boilers and systems
• Welding skills such as MMA, TIG, MIG
• General workshop skills, tools, lathe, milling etc.
• Able to read schematic drawings
• Some multi skilling would be advantageous
• Ideally you will be Apprentice trained holding a HNC / City & guilds Level 3 in Mechanical engineering. 

This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified Maintenance Electrician to join a leading organisation based in the Manchester joining an already established maintenance team on Plant 

This is an opportunity to join a leading manufacturing organisation a company who continue to invest and develop, you will be joining an established organisation who have sites throughout the UK + Overseas. This is an opportunity for a driven Engineer who is keen on development and progression, 

The Maintenance Electrician role is commutable from the following locations: Manchester / Stockport / Stretford / Stalybridge / Denton 

Benefits the Maintenance Electrician will receive:

• Salary: £50.200 – Paid Weekly   
• Benefits: Sick-Pay, Pension, Childcare vouchers, Generous holiday, Gift Vouchers, plenty of overtime, + More
• Shift the Maintenance Electrician will be required to work: Working a ON-OFF systems. 5on – 1off -5on -1off - 5on -4 off /// Shift pattern runs from Sunday to Saturday. 

The ideal Maintenance Electrician will have: 

• Previous experience within a Heavy Manufacturing Environment 
• Proven experience within a Similar Maintenance electrician role 
• Strong fault-finding abilities on PLC’s – ideally Siemens. 
• Additional requirements: Conveyor Systems, Lifting equipment, Motors and Drives, Control systems. Single and 3 Phase systems, Inverters, SCADA Systems. 
• Holding High standards of fault-finding abilities 
• Carry out essential maintenance on all aspects of the production lines
• Work through a programme of PPM and helping develop the agility maintenance system
• Improve factory OEE through development and innovation of the production facility

Qualification the Maintenance Electrician will hold: 

• Electrical Apprenticeship
• BTEC ONC & BTEC HNC Electrical Engineering.

Are you a highly skilled Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician with a passion for cutting edge technology and a deep understanding of multi axis CNC applications? 

Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your electrical and mechanical expertise will shine and you take pride in providing top notch support? 

Do you want to use these skills within an organisation that doesn’t work shifts? 

If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

About Us:

We are a globally recognised manufacturer known for our innovative and high quality products, tailored to meet the demands of our bespoke industry sector. With a strong commitment to excellence, we have built a reputation for delivering exceptional solutions. Our dedication to our employees is reflected in our low staff turnover and the outstanding benefits we offer.

Benefits: 

In return for your Maintenance Technician skills and experience we offer:-

• Competitive Salary of c£45,000
• Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
• Generous Holiday Allowance, which Increases with Service
• Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
• Company-funded Healthcare Benefits
• Day Working with an Early Friday Finish

Duties of an CNC Maintenance Technician

As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and optimising our multi-axis CNC technology. Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing preventative and reactive maintenance on our CNC systems.
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues to minimise downtime.
• Conducting repairs and ensuring equipment operates efficiently.
• Collaborating with the production team to ensure smooth operations.
• Assisting in the continuous improvement of maintenance procedures.

Requirements of a CNC Maintenance Technician

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Apprenticeship-trained ideally with both electrical and mechanical qualifications.
• Proven experience in maintaining multi axis CNC technology.
• Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and mechanical components.
• Exceptional teamwork and communication abilities.

The CNC Maintenance Technician role is commutable from Atherstone, Burntwood, Coleshill, Curdworth, Lichfield & Sutton Coldfield 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a European leading business, where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, a business that has doubled in size these last few years.

They are proud of their fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment, where customer satisfaction and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything that they do.

Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £27,000 - £33,000 dependant on experience
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm (with some flexibility)
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life insurance cover
• Employee Assistance Programme

The IT Frontline Service Technician role is commutable from the following areas: Derby, Nottingham, Sutton in Ashfield, Mansfield, Chesterfield.

IT Frontline Service Technician Role Overview

This is an exciting time for the business as the continue with their business expansion and the successful candidate will have access to some of the latest technology and will be a key member of the team to help shape the direction of IT within the business.

They are looking for an IT Frontline Service Technician that has been doing a 1st/2nd line support role, and that has also had a bit of experience at 3rd line if possible. You will need to be able to triage incoming tickets/requests, diagnose and resolve the tickets as best you can, and escalate up to 3rd line where you are unable to resolve the issue directly, but you will also be taken through the 3rd line resolution with the infrastructure team in order to better develop overall knowledge.

The role currently reports to the Head of IT, you will work closely with the Infrastructure Team on a daily basis but will also be involved with the rest of the IT team on other projects.

Time will be given to the successful candidate to attend any required training courses, and they also have access to Udemy training, so you can attend any of the training courses available if you wish in order to extend your list of skills and experiences.

The business has 6 sites, but the role is based in Derbyshire, with the occasional travel to the other sites as and when required.

IT Frontline Service Technician Candidate Requirements (but not limited to)

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic networking experience: 
  • Understanding of common network devices: Firewalls, routers, switches, and access points
  • Cabling: Patching to switches and making cables
• Methodical approach to investigating issues using tools such as Google, ChatGPT etc
• Great people skills with people from diverse backgrounds and IT skills levels
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Reliable and punctual
• You will have a driving license and access to your own car
• Candidates must have permanent UK Right to Work

IT Frontline Service Technician Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Basic end user training
• Creation and upkeep of documentation in Confluence
• User onboarding and offboard: 
  • Creating new users
  • Assigning rights to relevant software and files
  • Resetting passwords
• Installation and configuring new and existing desktops, laptops, mobiles phones and tablets
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting software and hardware issues
• Repairing and replacing damaged/failed computer and network components
• Supporting people whenever they encounter challenges with computers and network devices
• To undertake project work as assigned by the IT Management Team
• Liaise with 3rd party support
• Stock management of IT equipment