An organisation with a truly global recognised brand for quality and innovation with a reputation for producing world leading products, are currently seeking a Project Manager to oversee the Real Estate Management of their Midlands facilities. The organisation has a strong dedicated workforce already in place that provides all the necessary specialist and departmental support a global corporate company needs to function in these modern times. 

As a busy manufacturing organisation with a large existing portfolio of property they need to ensure their buildings and infrastructure are fully optimised and remain sustainable for the continued running and growth of the company.  A Project Manager is now required to support the daily function of working with internal stakeholders and external partners to guarantee and maintain the use and the delivery of property that meets their growing demands.

Benefits for the Project Manager 

• Starting salary £50,000 - £52,000,
• Tax Efficient Car Options, 
• Annual Bonus,
• Bupa, 
• Exceptional Company Pension, 
• Above Average Holiday Entitlement 

Duties of a Project Manager 

• As the Senior Project Manager, you will ensure optimised & sustainable use of the company’s Real Estate through management of strategic building & infrastructure projects on behalf of internal stakeholders with delivery on time, to agreed quality and at agreed cost. 
• You will independently lead multiple projects based on Real Estate Process to provide functional & efficient work environments for the various internal business partners within given targets for cost, quality, time and life-cycle cost. 
• You will ensure project delivery is achieved at the highest levels of quality using approved systems, processes, tools and methods during the planning, realisation and handover phases, in addition to preparing facilities for optimised operational use of all service processes throughout the life cycle of the facility. 
• You will be a key player in resolving conflicts with either internal stakeholders or external consultants & construction companies in order for project to meet cost, time and quality targets. 

Requirements 

• A Formal Qualification (Degree / HND) in Civil, Construction, Building Services or Engineering 
• Excellent skills in project management and the execution of multiple large projects.
• Demonstrated ability of high-level stakeholder management exposure.
• Knowledge of future building standards.
• Demonstrated ability to translate between business need and technical requirements.
• Strong competence in alternative contractual models for project realisation. 
• Willingness to travel on a regular basis.

This is a great opportunity to join a global brand and be part of a passionate group of people where individual employee’s welfare and personal and career development matter and are taken seriously.

This Project Manager's role is commutable from: Warwick, Oxford, Worcester, Cheltenham, Coventry, Banbury, London

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Technical Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

A long-established engineering firm are currently looking to hire a Technical Sales Manager to spearhead their UK sales operation. The company have been trading for a number of years and have clients ranging from local SME’s right through to multinationals. 

The Technical Sales Manager will have responsibility for all sales in the UK and will be one of the key drivers of growth for the business. They are keen to reward those who help them achieve their long-term goals.

The company specialise in niche, low volume engineering projects and they manufacture bespoke steel-related products which are sold across the globe. They have ambitious growth plans and are keen to find a motivated technical salesperson to take on the Technical Sales Manager role. Based in the heart of The Midlands, the company are well placed to serve their client base across the UK and beyond.

This role would suit a technical salesperson with a background in engineering or steel, who is capable of having technical discussions and reading drawings, whilst also possessing business development and commercial skills.

The Technical Sales Manager will be primarily home based but must be able to travel to the Birmingham area once or twice per week. The rest of the time you will be carrying out sales activities including customer meetings. 

BENEFITS:

• A competitive salary of up to £45,000
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Training 
• Healthcare cash plan
• Remote working

DUTIES:

The Technical Sales Manager will be responsible for:

• Identifying new opportunities for the business, mainly in the UK but worldwide at times, in line with their capabilities 
• Maintaining the enquiry pipeline
• Converting and closing enquires
• Technical meetings/presentations with customers
• Meeting business objectives and revenue targets
• Growing the customer base

REQUIREMENTS:

If you have the following experience and skills, we would love to hear from you:

• A background in engineering, ideally the related to steel
• Several years’ sales experience, both new business and account management, within the engineering sector
• Experience of low volume manufacturing
• Ability to read technical drawings and hold technical conversations 
• Strong commercial acumen

This role is home based and would suit someone based in Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Shrewsbury, Leicester, Worcester, Coventry, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Stoke-on-Trent, Derby or the surrounding areas.
 

An immediate START is available for a Setter on Plastic Injection Mould Machine within a busy manufacturing organisation.

DUTIES

• Provide tool change and run Injection mould machines
• Optimising set conditions
• Ensure all tool changes are completed on schedule
• Comply with spares tracking process
• Involvement of continuous improvement projects
• Working 3 shifts Monday to Friday

REQUIREMENTS

• Ideally, you will be Apprentice trained though not essential
• To have relevant Setting experience of Plastic Injection Moulding machines
• It would be beneficial to have knowledge of conventional and non-conventional moulding processes (gas injection, LPIC, Dynamic Feed, Twin shot 2k shot)
• Knowledge of SMED
• Happy to work 3 shifts

BENEFITS

• £32,000 - £38,000 (including shift allowance) 
• 3 shifts – Monday to Friday
• Long term contract with immediate start opportunity
• Busy manufacturing organisation

The role is commutable from Coventry, Redditch, Worcester, Birmingham, Evesham

Probe Technical Recruitment, a Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Specialists since 1994
 

A producer of electromechanical products in the West Midlands, are now seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to support their Customer Application Team, with the investigation, report writing and inspection of returned and on-site customers products with faults and issues. 

The company has a long-standing history of developing and producing innovative products for the process and manufacturing industry sectors and are focused on delivering a range of products that are market leading and offer their customers the latest in electronic and mechatronic applications.

Benefits:

• £28,000 - £32,000
• Pension – Contributions
• 33 Days Holidays 
• Bonus
• Career Development  

The Quality Assurance Engineer will be part of a four-person team, dealing with customers across the globe. It will liaise with other internal departments, such as R&D and Operations to ensure faults, inspection reports, findings and legacy issues are quickly dealt with and recommendations implemented. 

Quality Assurance Engineer's Duties will include:

• Inspection and Analysis of faulty products 
• Technology upgrade investigation 
• Fault Finding
• Report Writing
• Customer Liaison 
• Developing and enhancing internal Quality procedures 

The right candidate for the role of Quality Assurance Engineer will have:

• A formal qualification in engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing or Electronics)
• Have 3 years plus industry experience within a Quality / Quality Assurance remit. 
• Be familiar with 8D’s and conducting root cause analysis for internal and customer non-conformances.
• Be familiar of working with internal QMS procedures.
• Have a Mechanical or Electromechanical product or device inspection background.
• Strong communications skills
• Willing to travel internationally (2 – 3 times a year)
• Excellent report writing skills.

This is a great opportunity for an engineer to join a global facing Quality and Solutions Team, that will offer a successful applicant excellent career prospects within a fast-growing organisation.

This Quality Assurance Engineerr's role is commutable from: Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Worcester, Kidderminster, Coventry, Redditch.

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

A producer of modular products, in polymer and composite fabrications are now seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join their existing R&D team. The company are currently involved in a wide range of projects and have new customers requesting orders for 2021 and the long-term future.

Based at their South Staffordshire facility the role will get involved in the 3D Design of projects using Solidworks in conjunction with the in-house Production Team and the end customer. These projects will often vary in size, cost and purpose and will offer a successful applicant a good variety of work.

Design Engineer Benefits:

• £30,000 - £34,000
• Pension – Contributions
• 31 Days Holidays 
• Career Development  

The Design Engineer will be daily involved in creating concept and design for manufacture designs, with build, cost and weight considerations, structural integrity and fit for purpose research. Activities will also include the liaison with partner suppliers to create workable design solutions, liaison with internal Managers to ensure projects are adhering to cost and time restraints and developing innovative solutions that will exceed customers’ expectations. 

The right candidate for the role of Design Engineer will have:

• A formal qualification in Engineering (Mechanical, Product Design)
• Have 3 years plus industry experience within a Design Engineering 3D remit. 
• Some good exposure to fabrications, sheet steel, GRP or Composite Structure Design
• A strong and confident user of Solidworks or a similar CAD package.
• Have a good proven background in Design for Manufacture. 
• Strong communications skills
• Excellent Project Engineering skills

This will be a great opportunity for an engineer who is seeking a full product life cycle based position, where each project is different. 

The Design Engineer's role is commutable from: Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Derby, Lichfield, Burton upon Trent, Coventry

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

This is a fantastic opportunity, for a hands-on Quality Technician, to join a well-established, reputable, and respected family run business, operating for over 40 years.

The company is committed to British craftmanship, combining the beauty of natural products and other high-performance materials.

The Quality Technician is responsible for assisting in implementation and maintenance of all Quality documentation, procedures, testing and control of the manufacturing process. You must be able to demonstrate that you are able to work and communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation, up to and including Directors. Reporting directly to the Quality Manager, the Quality Technician will assist with the generation of documentation to ensure Continuous improvement and Customer Satisfaction. 

The ideal candidate should ideally be looking to progress into a Quality Engineer in the near future.

This Quality Technicain's role is Commutable From: Birmingham, Leicester, Northampton, Banbury, Coventry, Hinckley, Leamington Spa

Hours

7:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week

Quality Technician Person Specification

• Minimum 5 years’ experience within a manufacturing environment and minimum 2 years’ experience as a Quality Technician
• Working Knowledge of 5 core tools, APQP, SPC, Control Plans, FMEA, MSA
• Engineering Background, with Audit experience
• Experience of a high volume, fast paced environment
• Ability to lead and make decisions, and the ability to meet targets and achieve results
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills

Quality Technician Key Responsibilities

• Handling Issues as they arise, including supplier issues
• Reviewing operating procedures for effectiveness
• Product Audits and Process Audits
• Calibration
• Training and assessment of operators
• Reporting on Quality Indices
• Provide accurate data, introducing and maintaining Quality Documentation

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

A phenomenal opportunity has arisen for a Technical Director to work in a busy manufacturing company with a wide range of customers and products are in the enviable position of being exceptionally busy. 

Established for over 25 years, they are the worlds most advanced supplier of their products. They have the edge over their competitors as they can develop bespoke solutions that can enhance their production, making them more efficient and flexible.

This is a very much a people focused role, managing, and gaining the most from your staff is of premium importance so if you are a natural Leader and motivator of your team then as their Technical Director, you will be given a superb opportunity to manage and inspire.
 
Technical Director Benefits:

• £70,000 
• Company Car
• Health Insurance
• Pension
• A busy, well known, friend Enviroment
• An opportunity to showcase your skills & continue to develop your career

Technical Director Duties:

• Contribute as a board director to the development and implementation of the company’s corporate strategy
• Work alongside CTO to maintain and develop relationships with suppliers 
• Direct all Technical, Engineering and Service staff
• Manage and lead staff
• Oversee working practices and ensure suitable staff are recruited
• Allocate responsibilities
• Attend and present at Board meetings
• Liaising with CTO keep all products and processes under review and suggest the introduction of new technology as appropriate to ensure continuous improvement and to identify potential new products and processed for customers.
• Develop and control budgets and carry out all necessary financial analysis to ensure that costs are controlled, and services maintained to the required standards

Technical Director Requirements:

• A recognised formal engineering qualification or demonstrable significant experience in relevant fields.
• Significant managerial experience of engineering and technical teams gained from within manufacturing, preferably plastics
• Experience of technical innovation 
• Understanding of production processes would be an advantage
• Budget and time management skills
• Outstanding interpersonal and negotiation skills

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced Technical Director to be part of a growing, friendly organisation.

The role is commutable from Walsall, Derby, Sutton Coldfield, Solihull, Coventry, Birmingham

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

We are seeking an experienced Plant Quality Manager to join a global organisation in the Lichfield area. 

The organisation has a long and established history of supporting some of the biggest car makers in the world and has an excellent reputation for suppling high-quality products and components to its global wide customer base. 

Plant Quality Manager Package & Benefits

• Salary is £50,000 - £55,000.
• Bonus - up to 12% of Basic Salary 
• Pension
• Private Medical
• Company Car

The Plant Quality Manager will represent the customers voice within the production plant and ensure the expected level of standards and procedures are adhered to. 

The main purposes of the role are:

• To be the management representative according to ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 and ensure that all standards and procedures are compiled to. (Customer standards o S/R Standards & Orgainations Excellence System procedures)
• Represent the customer within the plant and acts accordingly.
• Participate to the definition of the plant quality objectives, monitor progress and implement corrective action in case of deviation.
• Be responsible for the complaint management for both customers and suppliers ensuring that complaints are managed in due time by using adequate Problem-Solving techniques (ex. QRCI) and that 8D reports are robust and regularly updated in QSS.
• Manage the quality department (budget, recruitment, allocation of resources, personnel development)
• Have the authority and the responsibility to stop any process or product delivery in case of serious non-conformance (customer expectations, safety and regulations issues, or similar)

Qualifications and Experience 

• The ideal candidate for the Plant Quality Manager will have:
• Minimum education level: Engineer Bachelor/Master or equivalent.

Experience:

• A number of years related experience in a manufacturing environment (automotive industry preferred)
• High technical expertise and understanding.
• Great skills in the application of MICROSOFT standard software (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to work in a matrix- organization.
• Able to work under pressure, tight timelines and still deliver good results.
• Good in verbal and written communication. 
• Able to collect and analyse data. Familiar with SPC.
• Knowledge of various Quality system methodologies: 8D- 5 Why´s, LEAN manufacturing, Pareto data analysis, FMEA, PPAP, etc.
• Deep knowledge of Customer standards and ISO 9001/ IATF 16949 requirements 

This Plant Quality Manager's role is Commutable Form: Birmingham, Coventry, Derby, Stafford, Wolverhampton, Burton

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

Our client is looking for a Production Operative whose primary responsibility will be Stores.  The Production Operative will be required to learn all aspects of this busy area and provide a service within all departments and externally to their customers.

Working within manufacturing this role requires the adherence to work to production schedules, ensuring customer orders are met in full whilst adhering to laid down quality and safety requirements.

Hours and Pay

• £13.00ph
• 7:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Thursday
• 7:30am – 12:15pm, Friday

Commutable From: Coventry, Rugby, Banbury, Stratford Upon Avon

Candidate Requirements

• The Production Operative will be self-motivated, possess good numeracy and communication skills, both written and verbal and good interpersonal skills along with the ability to deal with people at all levels. 
• Forklift Trucks and computers are fundamental tools of the job therefore experience in both would be advantageous, however, full training will be given. 
• Ideally you should hold a full clean driving licence as you will be required to drive the company van on occasions.
• Good communication will be required regarding all matters relating to stock, ie; delivery, storage of stock and discrepancies. 

Key Responsibilities

• You will be required to unload/load vehicles as and when necessary and highlight to Supervision any issues that do not allow customer requirements to be met in full. 
• To positively participate in continuous improvement initiatives, be forward thinking and be totally flexible to ensure that daily targets are met.
• The position requires the accurate checking of goods against delivery notes; understanding computerised stock control; preparation and collation of documentation for Despatch and Purchase departments; operation of the jig. 
• Establish customer requirements with Sales Administration and prepare orders for despatch, this will involve documentation such as delivery notes, labels, manifests, etc; understanding both internal and external transport arrangements through liaison with your immediate supervision. 

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

This is a fabulous opportunity!!  This Customer Service Advisor role offers a great salary and benefits: Half days on Fridays!  Excellent holidays!  Pension!  Extensive Training!  Definite potential for Career Development!  Stable career opportunity with a great team!

Are you looking for a Customer Focused Role role where you can develop your skills and grow with an amazing organisation who truly value your hard work?  This could be the role for you!

As the Customer Service Advisor, you will be working for a leading Manufacturer with Global recognition!  They have been established for several decades and are going from strength to strength! They are recognised throughout their field for their outstanding quality product.  They have thrived throughout the pandemic; you would be joining an incredibly stable organisation.

Benefits for the Sales Co-ordinator:

• 30 days holiday
• Half day on Fridays!
• Standard Pension
• Extensive Training!
• Definitely an Opportunity to Development your career
• Free Parking

The Customer Service Advisor role is a really varied, exciting position, it’s a mix of Sales, Purchasing and much more!

Your key duties would be:

• Handling of incoming Sales calls / customer enquiries regarding products, raise and progress orders, right through to their delivery.
• To liaise with other departments to ensure timely and correct dispatch and deliveries.
• Stock control, resolving any discrepancies
• Manage sales process with customer accounts - quotations, orders, credits etc.
• Dealing with all aspects of collections and returns
• To keep customers updated on delivery dates and changes where required.
• By use of effective load planning ensure the most cost-effective transport costs are incurred 
• All general administration ; Analysis and manipulation of data derived from the ERP system 
• Monitoring trends and changes in requirement of parts amend forecasting accordingly.
• Support Colleagues when required.
• Attend and support exhibitions and shows when required.

If the following describes YOU then I want you to hear from you ASAP!

• Do you have experience as a Customer Service Advisor or Similar?
• Are you used to taking orders from customers and following through to delivery?
• Are you looking for a Challenge?
• Do you want to learn new skills and be guided by an amazing team?
• Are you Computer Literate?
• Do you have experience with order taking and Processing?
• Are you confident and love having that customer focus and delivering an excellent service?
• Are you a good communicator?  Happy to liaise with customers regarding sales queries/orders?
• Do you have great Administration skills and excellent attention to detail?

IF the answer is yes to the above - then this role could have your name on it!!  

The role is commutable from: Coventry, Rugby, Leamington Spa, Warwick, Stratford Upon Avon, Daventry, Northampton and Banbury

This is a fabulous opportunity!!  The Sales Co-ordinator role offers a great salary and benefits: Half days on Fridays!  30 days holiday!  Pension!  Loads of training!  Definite potential for Career Development!  Stable career opportunity with a great team!

Are you looking for a role where you can develop your skills and grow with an amazing organisation who truly value your hard work?  This could be the role for you!

As the Sales Co-ordinator, you will be working for a leading Manufacturer with Global recognition!  They have been established for several decades and are going from strength to strength! They are recognised throughout their field for their outstanding quality product.  They have thrived throughout the pandemic; you would be joining an incredibly stable organisation.

Benefits for the Sales Co-ordinator:

• 30 days holiday
• Half day on Fridays!
• Standard Pension
• Loads of Training!
• Definitely an Opportunity to Development your career
• Free Parking

The Sales Co-ordinator role is a really varied, exciting position, it’s a mix of Sales, Purchasing, Material Management and potentially Production Planning!

Your key duties would be:

• Handling of incoming Sales calls / customer enquiries regarding products, raise and progress orders, right through to their delivery.
• To liaise with other departments to ensure timely and correct dispatch and deliveries.
• stock control, resolving any discrepancies
• Manage sales process with customer accounts - quotations, orders, credits etc.
• Dealing with all aspects of collections and returns
• To keep customers updated on delivery dates and changes where required.
• By use of effective load planning ensure the most cost-effective transport costs are incurred 
• All general administration ; Analysis and manipulation of data derived from the ERP system 
• Monitoring trends and changes in requirement of parts amend forecasting accordingly.
• Support Colleagues when required.
• Attend and support exhibitions and shows when required.

I would be very interested in speaking with you if you are / have:

• Previous experience as a Sales Co-ordinator or a background in Sales, Purchasing, Material Management and / or Production Planning
• You must be confident and a good communicator!  Happy to liaise with customers regarding sales queries/orders.
• High level of sales administration and order processing experience is essential
• Excellent Communication, sales and call handling skills/experience
• Good organisational skills is essential
• To be able to Communicate effectively with people at all levels in a calm, confident and mature manner 
• To be able to work under the pressure of a fast pace sales/service desk
• The ability to problem solve and implement solutions
• Have Strong IT skills, competent in Word and Excel and  have worked with or have an understanding of SAP or have worked with an ERP system previously
• Previous experience of using an MRP system to manage inventory levels and product demands whilst controlling the master data to achieve optimum results
• Experience in purchasing and preferably procurement environment and/or experience in production planning would be very advantageous 
• Proven high level of accuracy is essential
• A good standard of Maths and English is required.

The role is commutable from: Coventry, Rugby, Leamington Spa, Warwick, Stratford Upon Avon, Daventry, Northampton and Banbury

This is a fantastic opportunity, for a proven Health & Safety Manager to join a well-established, reputable, and respected family run business, operating for over 40 years.

The company is committed to British craftmanship, combining the beauty of natural products and other high-performance materials.

Reporting to the Operations Director, you will be required to take a lead role on all HSE duties across the business, working closely with departments and assisting line managers to understand their goals and accountabilities in relation to HSE. 

Commutable From: Birmingham, Leicester, Northampton, Banbury, Coventry, Hinckley, Leamington Spa

Role Purpose

The Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for driving Health, Safety and Environment awareness across the business. The successful candidate will need to provide professional health, safety and environmental advice to both client sites, ensuring that risks are effectively identified, managed and monitored. This role is designed to add value, by coaching managers and employees to engage in sound HSE working practices and identifying areas of improvement within the Company.

Person Specification

• Previous hands on HSE experience as a Health & Safety Advisor/Health & Safety Manager within a manufacturing environment. Engineering environment exposure would be highly advantageous
• Understanding of chemical use & COSHH. NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety
• Membership of IOSH (minimum Chartered), and to be fully conversant with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 
• Strong practical understanding of relevant UK Health, Safety & Environmental legislation
• Ability to lead and make decisions, with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to persuade and influence at all levels and the ability to analyse and report data effectively
• Excellent planning and organisation skills, able to adapt and respond to change, and to demonstrate ability to achieve objectives and exceed expectations
• Applicants must have a full UK driving licence

Key Responsibilities

• The Health & Safety Manager will encourage innovative ways of working and challenging existing operational practices to continually enhance and drive HSE excellence. Supporting the creation and delivery of strategic HSE activities and supporting the delivery and revision of key site documentation 
• Responsible for frontline HSE advice across the site, owning and driving a culture of safety onsite and motivating, coaching and encouraging all personnel in HSE matters
• To assist in ensuring that the business operates within its environmental permits and other permissions and that significant breaches and risks are brought to the company’s attention. Monitor and update the key schedules where specified
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual company HSE reports for Directors/Senior Management. Manage critical suppliers’ audits and internal processes to minimise HSE risk
• Defining and delivering appropriate HSE training interventions within the business to ensure employees are competent to deliver their accountabilities
• Conducting risk reviews and gap assessments to identify non-conformance and address areas of concern

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