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

CONTRACT MANAGER / PROJECT MANAGER - STEEL

A Contract / Project Manager with steel experience, is required to join a continually growing, reputable structural company. With an ability to see a project through from start to finish, the suitable candidate will be responsible for managing a wide range of contracts for which they are responsible; negotiating subcontract orders, monitoring subcontracted work, as well as, start to finish project planning, costing and performing site visits and surveys.

Your place of work will be split between the head office client sites, along with regular client visits.

Package

• Salary £40,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience
• Company car

Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Burton upon Trent, Tamworth, Lichfield

Essential Skills of the Contract / Project Manager

• Project / Contract managing experience, 5+ years
• Proven steel industry experience. Any rail-based experience would be highly advantageous
• Demonstrable Contract / Project Manager ability 
• CSCS Card
• IT literate
• Well-organised, structured, capable of meeting deadlines and overcoming challenges

Key Responsibilities

• The Contract / Project Manager will also get involved in negotiating subcontract orders and monitoring subcontractors, planning critical dates, or organising labour. 
• You will also be responsible for agreeing extra work to be done on a contract, helping to resolve any disputes that come up, and identifying areas for improvements in the contracting processes.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Projects Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

QUALITY ENGINEER

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

This is a fascinating manufacturing facility, very much at the forefront of new technology, evolving constantly to keep pace with new innovation. They have multiple facilities worldwide, and this site here in the UK, is an impressive award-winning facility, which has retained a family spirit.

As the Quality Engineer, you will be reporting into the Quality Manager, and you will be a key member of the team.

Commutable from Birmingham, Cannock, Walsall, Lichfield, Barton Under Needwood, Burton Upon Trent, Derby, Shepshed and Loughborough

BENEFITS OF A QUALITY ENGINEER

• £35,000
• Work - Place Pension
• Early finish Friday
• You will be joining a highly prestigious award-winning organisation 
• Very busy, friendly organisation
• Superb genuine progression available 
• Other benefits available

DUTIES OF QUALITY ENGINEER

• Day to day control of all Quality Assurance activities
• Containment issues
• 8D
• Internal supplier liaison to improve Quality
• Mange customer related incidents
• Full use of Quality tools such as 8D, SPC and Control Plans
• Support APQP

REQUIREMENTS OF QUALITY ENGINEER

• It is essential that you have Quality Engineering experience
• Ideally, you will have gained your knowledge from within a manufacturing environment
• Previous success in Quality
• Good knowledge of Quality tools, such as SPC and Control Plans
• Experience of containment and 8D
• This is a dynamic working environment and would suit and ambitious, passionate Quality Engineer

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

MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

I am recruiting on a very exciting opportunity for a Technical Maintenance Engineer to be the point of contact (POC) for technical communication with equipment support teams when troubleshooting or developing improvements (MCT, Quadra, etc.).

You will be assisting the maintenance team with various tasks including design, construction, equipment installation, system configuration, maintenance, developing preventative maintenance plans, and providing (internal) customer support.

• Monday to Friday role 6am start
• £40,000
• 25 + 8 days holiday.

A Level 3 installing electro technical systems and equipment, 2349/2395 Level 3 Award in the Periodic Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations (2395-01) and minimum 17th edition BS 7671:2008 (2015) either of these would be desirable. 

The Technical Maintenance Engineer roles duties include:

• Supporting the maintenance team during planning, design, development, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting processes.
• Analysing existing systems and operations and developing documented preventative maintenance strategies.
• Identifying potential technical/mechanical problems and notifying the relevant personnel in a timely manner.
• Leading or contributing to process improvement strategies. 

We would be very keen to talk to Maintenance Engineers and Maintenance Electricians also that are based around Derby, Burton upon Trent and Tamworth.

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

TEKLA DRAUGHSPERSON

This is the opportunity for a Tekla Draughtsperson to join a UK leading business, who are long-standing, well respected and continuing to lead the way in their industry.

From their Midlands HQ, they support clients across a multitude of industries, including Engineering, Rail, Construction, Energy and Material Handling.

Role Overview

The Tekla Draughtsperson will be part of a team using Tekla to model structures from engineer’s designs and general arrangement drawings to translate design requirement into fabrication drawings, 3D modeling and information packs, to enable the successful manufacture and installation of Architectural and structural steel projects.

Tekla Draughtsperson Salary and Hours 

• £32,000 - £35,000
• Monday – Thursday, 7:45am to 4:45pm, 2:15pm finish on Fridays
• Sick Pay
• Life Insurance
• Free Parking

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

Tekla Draughtsperson Candidate Specification

• Experience within Architectural or structural Steelwork industries preferable.
• Detailed knowledge of interpreting Engineer and Architectural designs.
• Appreciation of fabrication methods and technologies.
• Good understanding of the codes and standards used in Steel engineering.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Competent user of Tekla Modelling software package.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Using Tekla to model structures from engineer’s designs and general arrangement drawings.
• Adding connections as detailed in the Engineers calculations.
• Generating drawings and exporting to other formats.
• Creating CNC data for production.
• Collaboration with third parties (Clients, Architects, Engineers).
• Detailing both fabrication and prep drawings for a variety of both structural & architectural contracts.

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

PRODUCTION PLANNER

This is the opportunity for an experienced Production Planner to join a UK leading business, who are long-standing, well respected and continuing to lead the way in their industry.

From their Midlands HQ, they support clients across a multitude of industries, including Engineering, Rail, Construction, Energy and Material Handling.

Production Planner Salary, Hours & Benefits:

• £32,000 - £34,000
• Monday – Thursday, 7:45am to 4:45pm, 2:15pm finish on Fridays
• Sick Pay
• Life Insurance
• Free parking

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

Production Planner Candidate Specification

• Experience of production planning processes, ideally gained in a steel fabrication setting or working within a manufacturing environment.
• The ability to accurately update and maintain management information systems, ideally experience of using StruMIS preferred (but is not essential).
• Confident in using Excel spreadsheets with the ability to learn and use new IT systems.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritise and schedule workloads.
• Read and understand Engineer’s Technical drawings.
• The Production Planner will have an understanding of supply chains and associated lead times.

Key Responsibilities

• The Production Planner will control the workflow through the shopfloor, by co-ordinating the material to support production.  
• Responsible for managing all material planning through client’s system, issuing, and releasing jobs for both machining prep and manufacturing.  
• Lead initiatives to create and effectively utilise planning strategies to drive the production scheduling requirements.  
• Other responsibilities will include coordinating weekly production schedule meeting with Divisional Heads, Project Managers and purchasing to discuss production requirements and prep capacity.  
• Prepare, maintain, monitor and measuring production and prep capacity against KPIs to ensure timely feedback on any issues to make sure production output goals and customer deadlines are met.

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

SALES MANAGER

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sales Manager who has strong experience in Engineering, Manufacturing or IT Sales/Solutions industry. Your role as Sales Manager will be to handle existing dealers and promote company products & services through its channel partners. 

• Starting Salary - £45,000 + DOE
• Hybrid Working
• Very high Commission Scheme  
• Private Medical Insurance 
• Company Car + Onsite Parking 

If you have experience as a Sales Manager in either the Manufacturing, Engineering or IT Sales/Solutions/Software industry, then this position could be for you. 

Sales Manager Duties:

• Identify, develop, implement & manage revenue growth campaigns, promoting sales of equipment, service & consumable products across all dealers
• To communicate to distributors on all product and service updates and information relating to targeted commercial initiatives, special offers or promotions
• To present new business start-up package templates for prospective new dealers
• To support trade, business conferences and trade associations as required
• To create training plans and conduct training for dealers or end users as required

Sales Manager Requirements:

• Experience in a similar role, proven track record of sales growth and a track record in relationship building with strong account or dealer management
• Preferred experience in a Retail B2B environment with a track record in software solutions related sales 
• Experience of an established Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and its application and importance in day-to-day duties
• MS Office proficiency with a good understanding of IT, software & IT solutions
• Full driving license

This is an exciting role and suitable for someone who has previously worked as an Account Manager, Sales Manager, Account Director, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager or Sales Manager

This Sales Manager role is commutable from: Coventry, Smethwick, Birmingham, Tamworth, Worcester, Derby, Burton on Trent, Sutton Coldfield, Solihull, Cannock, Walsall, Telford or Rugby

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

WORKS SUPERVISOR

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.

Works Supervisor Role Overview

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Workshop Supervisor will oversee approximately 50 staff, on a double day shift, consisting of Team Leader, Operators, Laborers and Apprentices.

Salary: £40,000 per annum
Shifts: Double Days

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

Candidate Requirements

• The Works Supervisor will have proven experience of supervising or managing in an engineering / manufacturing environment.
• Machining exposure, particularly grinding would be highly advantageous.
• Willing and able to work double days shifts.
• A good communicator, who is able to mentor and get the best out people. 

Works Supervisor Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Maximise ‘lights out’ machining to increase Productivity and record this in TEAMS.
• Ensure prior to the end of shift, all applicable machines are set up to run lights out, ensuring the Production Priority database is updated with the latest plans and actions which can be shared by all colleagues.
• Explore ways of increasing Productivity with further possible unmanned or multi manning and conduct trials to reduce stock allowance for grinding which will reduce machining times. Conduct machining trials using tooling representatives and experts in the field. 
• Monitor and review operator production efficiencies against targets and carry out any actions where targets are not met with the assistance of the Production team. Monitor and review machine utilisation against targets and carry out any actions where targets are not met with the assistance of the Production team.
• Use ANDON boards to assist in the monitoring of Productivity and educate operators in the importance of booking accuracy.
• Expect multi manning wherever possible. Always question areas that are not and consider options of how to improve this.
• The Works Supervisor will implement LEAN techniques including 6S throughout the works. Aim for continuous improvement in order to save time and money.
• Ensure all completed work is moved onto the next operation by operators and not left in racks for others to move.
• Regularly review and update the skills' matrix plan to Identify areas of weakness within work cells and operators to ensure we have a fully skilled and flexible workforce.
• Attend daily factory tour and include team leaders for their input.
• Update machine capabilities to assist in planning the production requirements.
• Communicate plans and instructions to colleagues during shift change handover and supply daily email for reference and for others to continue with the required actions.
• Use initiative to make decisions, challenge set plans and try out new ideas.

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

ACCOUNT MANAGER

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Account Manager who has strong experience in the Manufacturing or IT Sales/Solutions industry. As the Account Manager it will be your role to grow sales with the existing accounts and new accounts. 

• Starting Salary - £45,000 + DOE
• Very high Commission Scheme  
• Hybrid Working
• Private Medical Insurance 
• Company Car + Onsite Parking 

If you have experience as an Account Manager from either the Manufacturing or IT Sales/Solutions/Software background, then this could be the ideal position for you. 

Account Manager Duties:

• Deliver commercial presentations, proposals & negotiate on behalf of the company
• Attend customer meetings and provide monthly and quarterly sales forecasts
• Identify, implement & manage revenue growth campaigns
• Promote the cross-selling of equipment, service & consumable products
• Respond to RFP (Request for Proposal), RFQ (Request for Quotes) & commercial tenders on behalf of the company

Account Manager Requirements:

• Experience in a similar role, proven track record of sales success.
• Preferred experience in a Retail B2B environment IT solutions related sales experience.
• Experience of an established Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and its application and importance in day-to-day duties
• MS Office proficiency with a good understanding of IT, software & IT solutions
• Full driving license

This is an exciting role and suitable for someone who has previously worked as an Account Manager, Sales Manager, Account Director, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager or Sales Manager

This role is commutable from: Birmingham, Tamworth, Worcester, Derby, Burton on Trent, Coventry, Sutton Coldfield, Solihull, Cannock, Walsall, Telford or Rugby

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

HSEQ MANAGER

Due to an upcoming retirement, a long-standing partner is recruiting a replacement HSEQ Manager.

This role is available on a full time or part-time basis (2 – 3 days per week).

The Company has over 30 years of experience, they are accredited and tested to some of the highest and most stringent standards, offering an all-in-one solution, including design, consultation, manufacture, installation and maintenance of projects.

Their goal is to be the number one supplier in their industry.

HSEQ Manager Salary: £25,000 - £35,000, dependant on experience (full-time or part-time hours available)
Hours: 8am – 4:30pm

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

HSEQ Manager Candidate Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate.
• IOSH Minimum membership – TechIOSH
• Working towards C&G Level 5 qualification in Occupation Health and Safety Practice
• IEMA Approved Associate Certificate
• IEMA Membership minimum IEMA Associate
• Quality qualification minimum Lead Auditor

HSEQ Manager Key Responsibilities

• The HSEQ Manager will lead, develop & manage the behavioural SHEQ programme to include all current systems.
• Monitor & maintain systems certification to CE Marking EN1090-1, ISO9001, ISO14001, OHSAS 18001 & RISQS Rail audits.
• Determine & schedule audits to maintain systems accreditation and undertake internal audits.
• Deliver toolbox talks & assist in the identification of training needs for employees amongst other responsibilities.
• Provide expert support & advice for the site's behavioural HSEQ programme & to lead site-wide initiatives aimed at improving fair culture on site(s).
• Act as the human factors specialist for the site, providing expert advice to the team on human performance into various HSEQ systems.
• Give specialist human factors support to the branch & provide expert input into incident investigations, human failure analysis & change management.

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

PROCESS ENGINEER

Are you a Process Engineer who would like to be part of a busy, fast-paced manufacturing organisation, who are super busy & would embrace your ambition and experience?

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

If you are an energetic, experienced Process Engineer, this could just be the job for you

BENEFITS

• £40,000 - £47,000 - Dependent 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
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• A friendly disposition

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

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager who has strong experience in the Engineering industry.

• Starting Salary - £40,000 + DOE
• Excellent Commission Scheme  
• Hybrid Working
• Private Medical Insurance 
• Car Allowance + Onsite Parking 

The successful candidate MUST have previous experience as a Business Development Manager or have worked in another Sales position. Do you have experience in the Foundry Industry or Engineering industry? Do you have a track record of growing a division?  

Business Development Manager Duties:

• As Business Development Manager you will be expected to expand and discover new clients
• Identifying and supporting new business opportunities
• Participate in Trade shows and Exhibitions
• Preparing and presenting business proposals
• Understand and have a strong Technical knowledge of the products what 

Business Development Manager Requirements:

• Continual liaison primarily with the MD and Operations manager
• Good commercial awareness, competitive analysis and negotiation skills
• Must have experience of working in the Engineering industry 
• Would be an advantage having some background in the Foundry industry
• Have a history of driving sales and winning new business 

This is an exciting role and suitable for someone who has previously worked as an Account Manager, Sales Engineer, Technical Sales Engineer, Business Development Manager or Sales Manager in the Engineering/Foundry industry.

This Business Development Manager role is commutable from: Birmingham, Tamworth, Lichfield, Derby, Burton on Trent, Coventry, Sutton Coldfield, Solihull, Cannock, Walsall

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994