MANUFACTURING PROCESS ENGINEER

This business has a long and proven history, going back over 100 years. They have progressed to become a market leader in high precision engineering, working with some of the world's leading companies.

They are part of a group of companies with a core interest in the manufacture of components for a variety of industries. Their advanced technology and commitment to quality and service has set them apart from others in their field.

Role Overview

Our client is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Process Engineer. Below is an overview of their ‘ideal’ candidate, but they are flexible and are open to considering candidates that do not necessarily have all the qualifications but have sufficient experience with a positive attitude and approach.

Salary: £36,000 - £38,000 per annum, dependant on experience
Hours: 38 per week, Monday to Thursday, 7:15 – 4pm, 12:15pm finish on Friday’s 

Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Loughborough, Burton upon Trent, 

Candidate Requirements

• The Manufacturing Process Engineer will be minimum HND Qualified with a desired 2+ years of significant engineering and/or operational experience.
• Strong knowledge and skills in the use of process development tools is preferred. Experience with Six Sigma/Process Excellence Tools/Lean Manufacturing and Methodologies.
• Good interpersonal, communication, planning and organizational skills, with ability to make and implement decisions.
• Knowledge of CNC controlled equipment and machine code/programming whilst not essential would be an advantage along with strong equipment fault-finding, troubleshooting capability.
• Managing implementation of projects, technology transfer and manufacturing support systems. A hands-on approach is essential, with ownership of products and processes.
• Must be a team player with good communication skills, written and verbal. Self-motivated striving to find lean solutions to improvements and issues.
• Has experience of conduct validation and process transfers for equipment, from conception through to Implementation.
• Has developed and submitted justification for capital equipment projects, with a proven track-record of supporting other plant personnel in process improvement & project management.

Manufacturing Process Engineer Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• The Manufacturing Process Engineer develops, maintains, and ensures compliance with process control plans, quality assurance plans, and procedures.
• Assist in resolution of manufacturing issues and gives feedback for improvements in manufacturability. Plans and conducts activities related to the development of new processes including researching current and emerging technologies, evaluating process cost, quality, and capability alternatives, and performing process characterization and optimization using problem-solving and decision-making tools.
• Facilitates technology transfer from process development to manufacturing processes for new product introductions, lead and coordinate all activities for modifications of existing processes, prepare process development protocols and coordinate all activities related to their execution, whilst practicing good project management & cost control.
• Facilitates communication and relevant training activities and act as liaison between colleagues and other leaders at the site, ensuring that the performance and quality of products conform to established standards, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Provide day to day Manufacturing Engineering support for the workshop, identifying and initiating process improvements in conjunction with the Production Management team.
• Work with production, to build and ensure product quality and process capability is delivered, with the ability to conduct operational (Time & Motion) studies to maximize workflow and spatial utilisation.
• Must be able to read/interpret and develop engineering drawings, develop guidelines and best practices and apply lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices to maximise efficiencies throughout the company.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994

PROCESS ENGINEER

An exceptional opportunity has been created due to continuing expansion for a PROCESS ENGINEER.  This is a fascinating manufacturing facility, very much at the forefront of new technology.

This is a multi-site international manufacturing business, and as the PROCESS ENGINEER, you will be ensuring process capability and provide support and process improvement to new and existing programs.

Commutable from Cannock, Sutton Coldfield, Rugeley, Tamworth, Lichfield, Burton Upon Trent, Derby, Alfreton, Walsall, Great Barr, Minworth and Stafford

BENEFITS OF A PROCESS ENGINEER

• £45,000 -£50,000
• Work - Place Pension
• Early finish Friday
• Healthcare
• You will be joining a highly prestigious international manufacturing business 
• Very busy, friendly organisation
• Superb genuine progression available 

DUTIES OF PROCESS ENGINEER

• Evaluate existing processes
• Change management
• Track project timing confirm costs of engineering change
• Present layout proposals
• Ergonomic assessments
• Carryout / support on site trials
• Identification of obsolescence
• Ensure process adherence
• Ensure processes are correct, cycle time, manning, process flow, and manning
• Support new product introductions
• Evaluate PFMEA
• BOM’s

REQUIREMENTS OF PROCESS ENGINEER

• Degree or equivalent
• Relevant Process Engineer experience
• Gained from preferably a high-volume dynamic working environment
• A Mechanical aptitude
• To have the ability to interpret and generate process documentation
• A “can do” approach
• Experience of engineering change
• Layout and process flow knowledge

There is plenty of scope within this role if you are an ambitious Engineer.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

An urgent requirement for a MANUFACTURING ENGINEER on a fixed term 6-month contract has become available.  

This would be a wonderful opportunity to be part of a large International Manufacturing organisation, who are experiencing a steep upturn in their business, which is great news!

There is huge investment going into this site and a role of a MANUFACTURING ENGINEER has become available for an immediate start.

The main purpose of the role of MANUFACTURING ENGINEER, would be to provide support to Production and verifying methods.

This Manufacturing Engineer role is commutable from: Manchester, Stockport, Oldham, Bolton, Leigh, and Denton

BENEFITS OF A MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

• £36,000
• Early finish Friday
• You will be joining a highly prestigious precision engineering 
• Very busy, friendly organisation
• Superb genuine progression available 
• Chance to make a great impact with relocation project

DUTIES OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

• Provide support for Commercial, Technical and Production functions
• Produce shop floor documentation for new or modified jobs
• CNC Programming 
• Prove out CNC programs
• Design and produce part and tooling models using Delcam Powershape CAD package
• Provide assistance with CNC Programs
• Identification for areas of improvements to cycle times and cost reductions

REQUIREMENTS OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

• It would be highly beneficial for you to have experience of Powermill and Powershape 
• All CNC experience is considered
• All controls experience will be considered, though it would be advantageous for you to have knowledge of FANUC / MAZATOL
• To have completed an Apprenticeship
• 3,4 & 5 axis milling machines
• CMM Knowledge would be helpful though not essential
• PC-DIMIS programming experience would be the cherry on the cake, but again, not essential
• To be able to work from engineering drawings

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994

PROCESS ENGINEER

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a PROCESS ENGINEER & this would be a spectacular career move and your prospects would be genuinely outstanding.

As a PROCESS ENGINEER, you will be working in a superb state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, and you would be at the forefront of new technology.

If you are a PROCESS ENGINEER, who is ambitious, motivated, and passionate about engineering, and want to enjoy a long - term career where you will be richly rewarded, look no further.

Commutable from Birmingham, Walsall, Tamworth, Solihull, Coventry, Redditch, Leamington Spa, Hollywood, Sutton Coldfield, Cannock,

BENEFITS OF A PROCESS ENGINEER

• £42,000
• Excellent Pension with high contributions
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Second to none career progression
• Car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• BONUS
• Canteen
• Extensive free parking
• Life assurance
• Prestigious working environment

DUTIES OF PROCESS ENGINEER

• Optimisation of existing processes and technologies
• Identifying and driving process improvements
• Utilising data mining for problem resolution
• Root cause analysis
• Provide support to new projects
• Ensure handover of changes to the planning department to ensure smooth integration of new process and technology
• Ensure adherence to Quality standards

REQUIREMENTS OF PROCESS ENGINEER

• HNC minimum or equivalent in an engineering discipline
• Experience of Process Engineering
• Proven ability in machining, assembly, and test processes
• High volume manufacturing would be beneficial however other areas of manufacturing are being considered
• Outstanding analytical and reporting skills
• Passion for engineering
• Ambition to grow and motivated by results

Opportunities don’t arrive like this very often; this is a truly exceptional chance to be part of a fantastic global manufacturing organisation.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994

PRODUCTION MANAGER

An exceptional opportunity has been created due to continuing expansion for a PRODUCTION MANAGER in a fascinating manufacturing facility, supplying into a wide range of different industry sectors, such as renewables, automotive, building and construction, marine and many more.

As the PRODUCTION MANAGER, you will provide leadership and hold overall responsibility for all production activities, 4 production teams, Quality, and continuous improvements.

Commutable from Sheffield, Alfreton, Nottingham, Derby, Kegworth, Tuxford, Uttoxeter and Rocester

BENEFITS OF A PRODUCTION MANAGER

• £39,000 - £42,000
• DAYS
• Work - Place Pension
• Early finish Friday
• You will be joining a highly prestigious, busy, large, reputable & friendly manufacturing organisation
• Superb genuine progression available 

DUTIES OF PRODUCTION MANAGER

• Overall production responsibilities
• 4 Teams reporting into you directly
• Ensure that the equipment is performing at optimum efficiency
• Provide analysis of processes and procedures and implement improvements
• Working closely with the Maintenance Manager to develop and improve planned maintenance stops
• Manage the overall design of plant layouts, material handling systems, manpower and procurement
• Develop and manage metallurgical operations
• Manage metallurgical and chemical engineering activities
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping
• Risk assessments
• Staff management

REQUIREMENTS OF PRODUCTION MANAGER

• You will have relevant Production Management experience
• Gained from within a metal / metallurgical environment
• Knowledge of continuous improvements
• To have previously managed a good-sized team
• To have led multi-disciplined teams
• Excellent work ethic, a natural leader

There is plenty of scope within this role if you are an ambitious Production Manager.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

An exceptional opportunity has been created due to continuing expansion for a MANUFACTURING ENGINEER.

This is a fascinating manufacturing facility, supplying into a wide range of different industry sectors, but predominantly, into precision engineering.

As the Manufacturing Engineer, you will be reporting into the Technical Manager, and you will be a key member of the team, focusing on major OEM customer requirements

This Manufacturing Engineer role is commutable from Preston, Skelmersdale, Leigh, Warrington, Wigan, Liverpool, St Helen’s, Blackburn, and Bolton

BENEFITS OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

• £36,000
• Work - Place Pension
• Early finish Friday
• You will be joining a highly prestigious precision engineering 
• Very busy, friendly organisation
• Superb genuine progression available 

DUTIES OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

• Conduct capability studies and provide analysis of results
• Carry out audits to automotive standards
• Root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
• Problem-solving in Quality
• PPAP’s
• Support and coordinate the management of quality problems
• Prepare documentation
• Champion continuous improvements
• Use of CMM

REQUIREMENTS OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

• You may be a Quality Engineer, looking to expand your role to include Manufacturing Engineering or you may be a Manufacturing Engineer, looking for more involvement in Quality
• This is a high precision engineering organisation, and your experience should be relevant to manufacturing
• To have the ability to close complex or minor quality issues
• Data driven 
• This would suit a customer facing sort of personality
• Any CMM experience would be beneficial though not essential

There is plenty of scope within this role if you are an ambitious Engineer.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994

FIELD ENGINEER

This business is one of the largest companies in the world, in their specific field, supporting the world’s most prominent brands. With over 13,000 dedicated employees, they operate in 26 countries today. 

They have a history that goes back over 100 years, and yet they continue to be at the forefront of what they do.

Field Engineer Package and Benefits

• £30,000 - £35,000
• 37.5 hours per week (considering the nature of the role, flexibility will be required)
• An opportunity to travel nationally and internationally

Commutable From: Cardiff, Newport, Barry, Bridgend, Bristol, 

Trainee Application Engineer Role Overview

On behalf of our client, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual to train towards and develop in the role of Field Engineer.  In this exciting and varied role, you will learn to provide hands-on support and assistance to their customers, ensuring their product meets performance and application expectations.

• As the majority of your time will be on-site at customer’s manufacturing facilities you must be willing to undertake extensive national and international travel (up to 60% of your time), often at short notice.  

Field Engineer Candidate Requirements

• To succeed in this role, you will be educated to a minimum of HNC level, or equivalent, in a mechanical/electrical engineering discipline. (they will however consider candidates who show a willingness to achieve this HNC academic level).
• It would be advantageous to have knowledge of 2D AutoCAD. You will possess excellent computer skills (i.e. MS Office) and will have a strong health & safety ideology.
• Flexibility is a key aspect of the Field Engineer, and on occasions the time aspect of your role may change at short notice.
• Your training will develop the successful candidate to convey complex, technical information in an easy-to-understand way as to be able to persuade others to your way of thinking.
• You will become adept at dealing/ communicating with all levels within a customers' organisation, from production line employees/ operators right up to Director level.
• You will also be comfortable with report writing, being able to concisely and accurately make your point in a logical and understandable way, both internally to various departments and also back to the customer.
• This is a varied, rewarding opportunity for an aspiring Engineer whether time served or recently graduated from an Engineering discipline.

Field Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Whilst conducting your training period you will be supported by the technical team in order to obtain all the relevant skills to the point of eventually taking sole responsibility for tasks and projects associated with the Field Engineering function.
• Visiting the customers manufacturing facilities to provide onsite support is a major function of the role. Evaluating and understanding the customers process and equipment and compiling line audit reports and communication documents is common practice.
• You will eventually develop your knowledge to become a vital Technical Team member, providing troubleshooting support, line efficiency recommendations, fault-finding expertise and operator training.
• You will be involved with technically skilled colleagues, making recommendations for new projects, developing fit for purpose Technical Drawings based up on your knowledge of the product, material and application line capabilities.
• In short, you will become one of the company’s representatives, promoting services through the effective and efficient application of your skill and expertise.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Design, R&D & Projects Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

I have a fantastic opportunity for a fulltime permanent TOOLMAKER

Working Double Days – Monday to Friday – IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE

Well established company, with new projects arriving, creating the need for an experienced Toolmaker. Long-term prospects look fantastic.

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 a Double Day shift, Monday to Friday
• To be immediately available to start quickly

BENEFITS FOR YOU

• £16.17 - £16.65 Per Hour
• Shift allowance on top
• Double Day shifts
• Overtime paid
• Early finish Friday afternoons
• Friendly team
• New projects arrived
• Well established manufacturing business

The role is commutable from Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Coventry, Redditch, Tamworth, Dudley

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994

WELD TECHNICIAN

A busy high-volume manufacturing organisation in the Birmingham area, have a requirement for a WELD TECHNICIAN.  They can offer an IMMEDIATE START

This is a busy, growing manufacturing organisation, and you would be joining a friendly supportive team.

Commutable from: Birmingham, Hollywood, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Tyseley, Tamworth, Walsall, and Redditch

BENEFITS FOR YOU

• £15.55 - £16.32 per hour
• DOUBLE DAY SHIFT
• SHIFT ALLOWANCE ON TOP
• Extensive Overtime available if required
• Early finish Friday 
• 37.5 HOUR WEEK
• Friendly team
• New projects arrived
• Well established manufacturing business

DUTIES OF WELD TECHNICIAN

• Re-point / adjust robots 
• Attend all equipment breakdowns
• Develop and maintain breakdown records
• Maintain and develop equipment TPM
• Ensure Poke Yoke systems are working
• Modify program when necessary
• Assist with commissioning
• Assist with pre-production trials

REQUIREMENTS OF WELD TECHNICIAN

• It would be essential that you have Welding Technician experience
• Ideally, your experience will have been gained in a high-volume continuous improvement environment
• Happy working Double Day shifts

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994

TOOLMAKER - NIGHT SHIFT

A fantastic opportunity for a fulltime permanent TOOLMAKER is here!

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

BENEFITS FOR YOU

• £35,500
• Permanent Nights
• Extensive Paid Overtime
• Early finish Friday
• Friendly team
• New projects arrived
• 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 Permanent Nights

The role is commutable from Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Coventry, Redditch, Tamworth, Dudley

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Are you a Production Manager looking to expand your career horizons, in a progressive, expanding progressive organisation, where your career ambitions will be realised?

This is a dynamic, growing high volume manufacturing organisation, where a role for a Production Manager has arisen.  This is a new role where you will be able to make this role truly your own.

The role is commutable from Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Aldridge, Lichfield, Tamworth, Derby, Atherstone, Cannock, Rugeley, Barton Under Needwood, Measham, Hinckley, Ashby- De- La- Zouch and Burntwood

BENEFITS of A PRODUCTION MANAGER

• £40,000 - £45,000 (Dependant on Experience, there may be some flex)
• Predominantly Days, but flexibility will be required
• Free Parking
• Outstanding Prospects
• Super working conditions, very friendly
• Dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Attendance Bonus
• Family days
• Use of Holiday home
• Bonus
• Healthcare
• Excellent Holidays and Pension contributions

DUTIES OF PRODUCTION MANAGER

• Oversee production process
• Coordinate all production activities and operations
• Supervise and motivate
• Drive a positive and energetic working environment
• Review worker performance
• Manage resources to ensure production plan is met
• Work with maintenance and other departments to minimise downtime
• Lead people in activity and process improvements
• Identify areas for improvement

REQUIREMENTS OF PRODUCTION MANAGER

• It is essential that you have strong Production Manager experience from within manufacturing
• This is a new role, and would suit an energetic, ambitious, focused and highly motivated Production Manager
• An emphasis on continuous improvements
• Beneficial if you have worked in a multi-line factory
• To have the ability to work at an operational and strategic level
• A firm grasp of Production Control
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing processes
• A natural leader, who understands how to motivate and inspire
• Lead by example
• A “can do” attitude

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994

PROCESS ENGINEER

Are you a Process Engineer, with strong experience, who wants to be part of a large, established, supportive and friendly team as I am recruiting for a dynamic, International, multi-site, growing high volume manufacturing organisation, where a role for a Process Engineer has arisen.

The role is commutable from Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Aldridge, Lichfield, Tamworth, Derby, Atherstone, Cannock, Rugeley

BENEFITS of a PROCESS ENGINEER

• £40,000 (Dependent on Experience, there may be some flex)
• Days’ role – Early start, early finish available
• Free Parking
• Outstanding Prospects
• Super working conditions, very friendly
• Dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment

DUTIES OF PROCESS ENGINEER

• Process improvement to existing and new programs
• Follow engineering change management
• Track project timing and costs
• Present layout proposals
• Ergonomic assessments
• Carry out / support trials onsite / offsite
• Raise and book PO’s on SAP
• Identify obsolescence
• Ensure processes are correct, cycle time, manning, reject rate and process flow
• Promote good 5S
• Support new product introduction
• Identification for areas of improvements
• BOM ownership

REQUIREMENTS OF PROCESS ENGINEER

• It is essential that you have strong, relevant Process Engineering experience
• Supporting Qualifications in Engineering would be advantageous
• Ideally, you will have worked in a high - volume manufacturing environment, but other areas of manufacturing can be considered
• Evidence of working in a continuous improvement environment

So many prospects available, make this role suitable if you are an ambitious Process Engineer, looking for a long-term career option

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994