This is an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join a well-established company, with nearly 60 years of experience.

The business is a growing company, who design and manufacture specialist equipment, across many different sectors. 

Quality Engineer Package and Benefits

• Salary £25,000 - £30,000, dependant on experience 
• Hours 8:30am – 5:00pm, 4pm finish on Friday’s (flexi-hours are available)
• 30 days holiday, increasing to 33 days with service
• 4x salary – Death in service

Commutable From: Boston, Peterborough, Stamford, Bourne, Wisbech, Grantham, Melton Mowbray

Person Specification

• The Quality Engineer will have a bias in mechanical engineering and the ability to read and interpret drawings
• Experience of lean manufacturing tools and techniques, including root cause analysis, 5s, 8d, Kaizen
• Knowledge of ATEX regulations would be preferred, but is not essential
• Have knowledge of current ISO quality standards
• Will be a competent IT user

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• The Quality Engineer will conduct root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions for process related concerns
• Responsible for continual improvement activities to enhance the current systems
• Conduct audits, including closing out audit findings, creating audits finding reports and determine proper corrective and preventative actions
• Analyse internal quality failures, corrective and preventive action to determine trends and target improvement activities accordingly using tools such as Pareto analysis
• The Quality Engineer will create and maintain company quality documentation, such as Standard Operating Procedures, Quality plans and check lists and preparation of QA reports
• Responsible for maintaining the ongoing calibration of monitoring and measuring equipment used throughout the business. When required, develop and deliver training material to customers and end users of client products at the customer or end user's premise
• Interface with our Engineering and Sales departments to ensure transfer to Production of new products are in accordance with approved data through involvement in DFMEAs. Maintain and police the non-conformance database.

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

Are you a Process Engineer looking for your next challenge?  Would you like to be part of a busy, fast paced manufacturing organisation, who are super busy, who would embrace your ambition and experience?

No 2 days are ever the same here!  This is a very friendly, dynamic facility, and as their Process Engineer, you will be tasked with ensuring process capability and process improvement to existing and new programs.

BENEFITS

• £38,000 - £45,000 - Dependant on experience
• Working directly with the Senior Management team
• Excellent Pension and holidays
• Busy, very friendly manufacturing organisation
• A genuine chance to make an impact

DUTIES OF THE PROCESS ENGINEER

• Ensure process capability and provide support and process improvement to existing and new programs
• Own and evaluate processes
• Track project timing and escalate delays
• Confirm feasibility and costs for engineering changes
• Ergonomic assessments
• Evaluate layout proposals
• Identify obsolescence
• Carry out / support trials on site
• Ensure processes are correct
• Raise internal deviations
• Support new product introductions

REQUIREMENT OF THE PROCESS ENGINEER

• Ideally Degree educated, however equivalent experience is readily considered
• You will have experience gained form within a manufacturing environment
• Equipment specification and process optimisation knowledge
• Assembly, vacuum / thermo forming, general industrial machinery / tooling, setting experience and FMEA
• Microsoft office
• A friendly disposition

This is a fast -paced manufacturing environment and would suit an energetic, dynamic individual

The role is commutable from Walsall, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield, Barton Under Needwood, Tamworth, Burton Upon Trent and Measham

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

Due to continued growth, this long-standing business is looking to recruit an experienced SHEQ Manager, on a part-time basis, covering two local sites.

Reporting to the senior management team, they can offer a varied and structured career for the right candidate.

24 hours per week will be required, they can offer flexibility on days worked.

Salary: £38,000 - £40,000, dependant on experience (pro-rata)

Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Lichfield, Cannock, Tamworth

SHEQ Manager Candidate Requirements

• Experience working within Quality, Environmental and H&S Management systems
• Completing internal and external audits
• Implementation of documentation and procedures
• Experience managing ISO standards
• The SHEQ Manager will have experience of delivering health & safety training
• NEBOSH Health & Safety

SHEQ Manager Key Responsibilities

• Carry out site inspections to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented/followed
• Keep records of inspection findings and produce reports suggesting improvements
• Periodically monitor and update the company training matrix and organise training as required
• Support the investigation of accidents and near misses and produce relevant statistics
• Keep up to date all company ISO annual accreditations
• Periodically review risk assessments for work activities and ensure these conform to the relevant guidance
• Set up/attend H&S representative meetings. Each month you will report findings of internal audits and any significant H&S issues to the monthly senior management meeting
• The SHEQ Manager may be required to deliver toolbox talks to the staff should we have a significant H&S incident

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

We are a well-respected employer within the manufacturing sector and are seeking to recruit proven Electrical Site Services Engineer, to join our onsite team. 

Benefits: 

• Negotiable starting salary in the region of £40,000
• Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
• Above Average Holiday Entitlement
• Healthcare
• Company Pension
• Early Friday Finish.

Duties of an Electrical Site Services Engineer

• As a proven Electrical Site Services Engineer you will be required to undertaken both planned and reactive maintenance to the sites electrical infrastructure and building services associated to the facility. 

Requirements of an Electrical Site Services Engineer

• Have a proven background in undertaking Electrical Installation work (single & three phase) 
• Have Experience of undertaking general DIY tasks 
• Have Experience of undertaking statutory maintenance checks on Compressed Air Infrastructure, Fire Suppression Systems and Sub Stations 

The Site Services Engineer role is commutable from Alcester, Bromsgrove & Redditch

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Maintenance, Reliability & Service Recruitment Support since 1994

This is an excellent opportunity, for an experienced Assistant Training Manager, to work with an established leader in their market, who are part of an international manufacturer, operating from a new, start of the art facility.

They have a great work environment and a real family feel on-site, which you would be welcomed into.

The businesses growth continues, with revenues doubling this past two years, with further revenue increase expected going forward, including a recent acquisition of another company, further extending its product offering and expanding the geographical sales of the business.

With UK based assembly, the operations focus is on providing high quality products, customised to each customers unique requirements in short lead times, whilst maintaining a cost base competitive with imported products.

Hours and Benefits

• 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
• 10 – 15% company performance bonus
• A family feel working environment
• New, state of the art facility
• Huge company growth is continuing
• 33 days holiday

Commutable From: Northampton, Wellingborough, Rugby, Kettering, Bedford, Milton Keynes

Role Function

Reporting to the Training Manager, the Assistant Training Manager will help manage a new training facility, taking day to day control of the design and delivery of theory and practical training packages for clients comprehensive product range and technology training modules.

Assistant Training Manager Candidate Specification

• The Assistant Training Manager will have experience in delivering both theoretical and practical training
• Qualified to City & Guilds 3667-2 or -3
• BT Openreach approved trainer (preferable)
• Minimum of five years’ experience installing outside plant fiber networks underground and over head
• Comprehensive knowledge of fiber cable preparation, splicing, connectorisation, cleaning, inspection, use of optical test equipment
• Comprehensive knowledge of underground and overhead deployment including cabinets, poles, closures, MDU’s and customer connections

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Copper LAN, Fiber LAN, Fiber to multiple connections
• Design and delivery of technology training modules
• Develop and deliver customer tailored, nationally recognized training programs both theory and practical
• Liaising with product Management and R&D teams to ensure comprehensive training packages are developed for the latest products in a timely fashion
• Be able to work with both internal and external stakeholders
• Develop training plans and programs for client’s product portfolio
• Administer and manage student registration and certification 
• Deliver and assess training programs
• Cultivate a continuous professional development culture within the Fiber to the Home community

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

I am recruiting an exceptional opportunity for a proven Maintenance Electrician to join a plant maintenance and reliability team.

As a Maintenance Electrician you will be required to undertake planned and reactive maintenance tasks throughout the factory.

The hours for the role are Nights 7pm- 7am, 4-night week and the company are flexible on the days worked.

The company also offer:

• Hourly rate of £19.70 p/h (£40,000)
• 28 days holiday
• NEST Pension
• Death in Service x2
• Employee reward scheme 

You must be an Electrically qualified Maintenance Engineer and hold Electrical abilities and some exposure to supporting PLC controls, having gained your experience of supporting plant and equipment within either a Manufacturing, Production or Process environment. We would be keen to talk to Maintenance Engineers that hold an Electrical bias along with experienced Maintenance Electricians. 

If you have hesitated about moving over the past few months, this is a great opportunity to join an organisation that won’t be affected by any potential fallout from the current economic climate.

This Maintenance Electrician role is commutable from: Nottingham, Newark in Trent, Sleaford, Melton Mowbray and Grantham

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Maintenance, Reliability & Service Recruitment Support since 1994

This business is a world leader in the design, manufacture and supply of their specialist machinery. Starting out over 40 years ago, they now have sites across the globe, working on many prestigious projects.

They have great staff retention with the average years’ service being over 12 years, which is a testament to the type of company that they are.

Reporting to the Operations Director, they are looking to recruit an experienced Project Planner, to join their established projects team. 

Project Planner Hours and Benefits

• Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm, with a 1-hour lunch
• £30,000 - £40,000, negotiable dependant on experience
• Company bonus (non-contractual, up to 25% of salary) 
• 10% employer contributed pension, with 0% required from employee
• Private medical cover (currently with Bupa) on completion of the probationary period
• 33 days holiday
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• The possibility of joining a global company with a great staff retention record - average years’ service being 12 years

Commutable From: Derby, Sheffield, Chesterfield, Nottingham, Mansfield, Worksop

Person Specification

• The ideal candidate will have exceptional scheduling skills previously utilised in a heavy engineering / major construction environment. It is expected that the successful candidate would be capable of managing the general requirements of the task themselves. Supervision and guidance would be given initially from others.
• The Project Planner will be involved in projects that are usually mechanically biased and can consist of the following phases: concept design, design analysis, detail design, procurement, manufacture, freight, installation, and commissioning. Along with resource allocation and cost monitoring. Projects can be at either enquiry/estimating stage or order stage.
• Project value can be up to the region of US$20m. Final installation site could be in any worldwide location and would usually contain elements being sourced from different global locations, be this varied company facilities or sub-suppliers worldwide. It is essential that a workable strategy is implemented that enables regular, simple, and concise updates to be obtained from all parties involved that contribute to the execution of a successful overall project.
• The Project Planner will have expert skill levels in both Microsoft Office suite, and Microsoft Project are mandatory. Superb communication abilities are also essential, relevant to telephone, email, and face to face. 
• PMP certification or an interest in pursuing this would be advantageous although not essential.

Key Responsibilities (not limited to)

• The Project Planner will create, manage, and monitor multiple project schedules and executive summaries simultaneously. Enabling reports to be distributed to clients and stakeholders in accordance with pre-agreements and/or contractual document submittal details. Any issues should be identified as they occur and communicated to the predefined project specific stakeholders.
• A willingness to learn the business and its extensive product range is expected which may involve time spent on the shop floor. Similarly, an understanding of the relevant internal workflows and procedures would be expected in time.

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

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Field Based Technical Sales Executive to join the UK arm of a global manufacturer who serve the logistics, warehousing and industrial sectors. 

The company have been trading for 50+ years and count household names amongst their bustling client roster. They are looking for a dynamic, technically minded individual to follow up leads and close deals which their strategic partners will deliver for the customer.

The Technical Sales Executive position will suit a technically minded person, with a background in electrical or mechanical engineering, who is looking to move into sales. The Technical Sales Executive role will also suit an experienced salesperson who has electrical/mechanical solutions.

The Technical Sales Executive will receive the following benefits:

• Salary of £26,000
• Uncapped Commission (Y1 OTE £35K+)
• Company Car
• Pension
• Healthcare (after qualifying period)
• Extensive training
• Progression opportunities 

The Technical Sales Executive will be responsible for the following: 

• Following up leads for new sales opportunities
• Demonstrating the benefits of the products and solutions
• Closing opportunities 
• Meeting and exceeding targets
• Travelling to customer sites across the UK

Candidates for the Techncial Sales Executive position will have the following experience and attributes:

• Background in electrical or mechanical engineering 
• And/Or several years sales experience in an industrial setting
• Self-starter and motivated

This is a field based sales role. Candidates will also travel to the company’s HQ in Europe for full training.

Commutable from Birmingham, Nottingham, Northampton, Milton Keynes, Worcester, Cheltenham, Stoke-on-Trent, Derby, Leicester, Telford, Kettering, Peterborough

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

We are a well-respected employer within the engineering sector and are seeking to recruit proven Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our established maintenance team. 

Benefits: 

• £40,000
• Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
• Company Pension
• Stable Working Environment. 

Duties of a Electrical Maintenance Engineer 

• As a proven Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer you will be required to undertake both planned and reactive maintenance across our plant, which will require you to have experience of supporting plant and equipment within either a fast-paced manufacturing, process or production environment.

Requirements of a Electrical Maintenance Engineer  

• Ideally you will be apprentice trained but must be qualified Electrically and have some understanding of Plc Controls and Robot applications. However you must be multi skilled in your abilities. Having gained your Maintenance experience from supporting plant and equipment within a fast paced manufacturing, process or production environment. 

This Maintenance Engineer role is commutable from Allesley, Bedworth, Coventry, Nuneaton, Rugby & Solihull

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Maintenance, Reliability & Service Recruitment Support since 1994

An exceptional opportunity has arisen within a busy, incredibly stable company for a Technical Applications Engineer.  A role of Technical Applications Engineer has become available to support further growth.

They enjoy a vast product range, and due to the uniqueness of their products, are an extremely busy, stable organisation to be part of.  And their staff retention is phenomenal, ensuing you, as the Technical Applications Engineer a long, and enjoyable career. They supply into UK and Europe and are looking to continue to expand their customer base.

This role is commutable from Birmingham, Halesowen, Wolverhampton, Aldridge, Walsall, Tyseley, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Tamworth, Worcester, and Dudley

Benefits of a Technical Applications Engineer

• £35,000
• Company Car
• Company Phone
• Excellent Pension scheme
• You will be joining a very friendly and super stable organisation
• Out of this world staff retention

Duties of a Technical Applications Engineer

• Supporting Manufacturing and Sales / Marketing Teams
• Support the expansion of the Business
• Office based
• Building strong customer relationships
• Advising customers of machine capabilities, cycle times and application of the machines in the best environment
• Supporting new business development activities
• Providing expert advice

Requirement of a Technical Applications Engineer

• You will be able to demonstrate a high technical expertise with CNC Machines
• This could be milling or / and turning
• To have gained your experience within a manufacturing environment
• A good commercial awareness
• Ideally you will have customer facing experience
• Strong interpersonal skills
• A strong self- starter and an excellent team player
• Flexibility for the occasional overnight stay

This would suit an experienced CNC Engineer, who enjoys customer exposure and who is looking to enjoy a long and fruitful career.

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

An outstanding opportunity has a risen for an Office Coordinator.

Do you have previous experience as an Office Coordinator in the recycling/waste industry? 

This role is perfect for someone who has good administration skills and is experienced in dealing with contractors’, suppliers and other departments.  

The successful Office Coordinator will enjoy the following benefits:

• Starting Salary - £25,000 DOE (£11.40 / hour during the temp phase)
• Free on-site parking 
• Private Medical Insurance 
• 23 Days Annual holiday plus Bank Holidays 

Office Coordinator Duties:

• Working with the operational managers to develop and deliver general administration 
• Ensure all invoices are dealt with correctly and accurately in line with company procedures and policies
• Raise purchase orders as and when required, maintaining spend data against budgets
• Record and communicate minutes and actions as and when required 
• Liaise with internal operations such as accounts team & other departments

Office Coordinator Requirements::

• Must have solid administration experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• A need to have outstanding attention to accuracy and detail
• Be able to communicate effectively with various staff, managers and clients
• Comfortable with working to deadlines and able to prioritise workloads 
• The ability to work safely and effectively in a large industrial environment

This is a dynamic role and suitable ideally for someone with experience in the Recycling/Waste industry. If you are looking to advance your career as an Office Coordinator, then this opportunity is for you.

This role is commutable from: Birkenhead, Liverpool, Wallasey, Ellesmere Port, St Helens, Warrington, Widnes

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Back Office Recruitment Support since 1994

This is your chance to join an internationally recognised business / brand, who are in a substantial period of growth.

They are recruiting for a guitar playing Junior Project Coordinator, or a graduate who is keen to move into a Project Coordination / Management role commercially. 

This role isn’t for the feint hearted! It is an incredibly varied role and would suit someone who is driven by achieving targets, a strong team player, someone who is focussed on ‘the bigger company picture’ and passionate about helping the company grow.

Their project management team is the beating heart of the company, and although the role sits in their R&D team, they work closely across all company departments, regularly solving problems both inhouse and overseas - they go the extra mile to keep the projects on time and on cost whilst keeping a high standard of quality. Communication is key in this role, the Junior Project Coordinator cannot be afraid to ask the ‘why’ question and be confident in challenging others and process. 

Company Benefits

• £25,000 - £28,000
• Company performance and individual bonuses
• 33 days holiday
• Sick pay
• Death in service cover
• Unique, relaxed environment
• Casual dress code

Commutable From: Northampton, Wellingborough, Rugby, Kettering, Bedford, Milton Keynes

Junior Project Coordinator Person Specification

• Qualified to degree/ HND level or above in Electronics, Acoustics or Music Technology-based subjects.
• Experience in a project management role or similar, with experience working in a target driven environment and working to deadlines.
• The Junior Project Co-ordinator will be a guitar player, and confident with the setting up of amplifiers etc.
• Ideally you will have experience of Microsoft Office, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident working with numerical data and financial information.
• Incredibly organised, independent and self-reliant, being able to work without close supervision, a very methodical and a diligent record keeper. A positive ‘can-do/ go getter’ attitude with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience working in a purchasing role, although not essential.

Junior Project Coordinator Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

Project Management

• The writing, maintenance and reporting of Microsoft project plans (including Gantt charts).
• Working with the R&D Project Manager on prioritisation and follow-up of day-to-day project tasks.
• Maintenance of project-related budgets and spends.
• The formulation and maintenance of the project risk register.
• Administrating the testing and documentation for new products (non-technical).
• Tracking and maintaining costs on the projects, helping to achieve our goals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships both internally and externally to achieve project objectives.
• Coordinate resources in line with project plan to meet project requirements

Project Coordination

• The coordination and chasing of project information between the UK-based company departments (R&D, Marketing, Sales etc).
• The daily coordination of information and activities between the UK team and overseas engineering teams.

Technical Support

• Setting up and performing product sound tests.
• Sourcing local components for UK prototype production and testing.

Documentation

• Regular reports on all aspects of projects including timescales, budgets and costs.
• The organisation and filing of project-related documentation from internal and external sources
• Ensure that the QMS (Quality Management System) is followed and all project documentation if followed.

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