Role Overview

Reporting to the Materials Manager, the Engineering Change Coordinator will be responsible for the implementation of Engineering Change Orders (ECO’s). Driving implementation through co-ordination and collaboration with Engineering, Supply chain, Manufacturing, Quality Departments and suppliers.

Engineering Change Coordinator Salary, Hours and Benefits

• Salary, £25,000 - £27,000 dependant on experience
• 7:30am – 4:00pm, 1:00pm finish on Friday’s (37.5 hours per week)
• The opportunity to work within a globally recognised business
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Managed Occupational Health service, Retail shopping discount programme, Discounted gym membership, Bike to Work scheme

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

Engineering Change Coordinator Person Specification

• The Engineering Change Coordinator will have some previous experience in a supply chain or engineering function within an Engineering or Manufacturing Environment.
• Good communicator with the ability to drive and deliver change through collaboration across multiple business functions.
• A Basic knowledge of general engineering principles and experience of creating/amending Bills of Materials would be advantageous.
• Previous experience in the use of Oracle ERP software and Pulse PLM suite or similar systems desirable but not essential.
• Attention to detail & ability to work methodically and systematically to meet business deadlines.
• Ability to interpret/manipulate data and perform root cause analysis.
• Confident in the use of Microsoft applications, including word & excel.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

The Engineering Change Coordinator will have full accountability & responsibility for co-ordinating engineering design changes through relevant business functions in a timely and professional manner. Along with;

• Arrange & facilitate regular ECR / ECO meetings with key stakeholders.
• Provide KPI’s that measure Engineering Change Orders status from inception to closure.
• Implement & accurately maintain all item master details as required including item creation, lead times & component codes.
• Clear communication of change implementation to both internal & external stakeholders.
• Creation & or revision of manufacturing bills of material. Maintain auditable records of all ECO’s, ensuring full compliance with the ECO process.
• Support supply chain projects, and supply chain reporting & compliance tasks
• Perform root cause analysis on cycle count/inventory discrepancies and implement appropriate fixes.

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

The Quality Engineer will have responsibility for improving customer satisfaction across the product range. You will have responsibility for assuring products meet quality criteria while liaising with production to continuously improve quality standards within the factory.

The role will involve some travel as & when required.

Salary, Hours and Benefits

• Salary, £32,000 - £35,000 dependant on experience
• 7:30am – 4:00pm, 1:00pm finish on Friday’s (37.5 hours per week)
• The opportunity to work within a globally recognised business
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Managed Occupational Health service, Retail shopping discount programme, Discounted gym membership, Bike to Work scheme

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

Quality Engineer Person Specification

One of the following qualifications / experiences is essential:

• Experienced Quality Inspector with experience of supplier quality management (min. 5+ years’ experience), Quality Engineer with minimum 2+ years’ experience or Educated to minimum HNC/HND level in a Quality, Engineering or Manufacturing discipline.
• The Quality Engineer will have experience using standard measuring equipment is essential and reading / interpreting engineering drawings.
• Electrical & Hydraulic experience would be an advantage.
• You should have good computer skills with experience of MS Office applications specifically Word, Excel and some familiarisation with Access (experience with ERP/MRP business systems would be an advantage).
• Ability to work under pressure; Have self-motivation and good interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational & planning skills and demonstrate commercial acumen.
• The individual should demonstrate fault finding & problem-solving abilities and be able to work with production and technical personnel in resolving issues. A good working knowledge of production methods (fabrication, machining, etc.) would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• The Quality Engineer will approve finished products by conducting Pre-Despatch Inspections.
• Have the ability to use statistical methods to fault find & support solutions to technical issues and to be responsible for assuring bought in products meet quality standards (both internal and external suppliers).
• Where non–conformance exists, use initiative to introduce suitable manufacturing containment actions while working with the supply base (internal or external) & technical personnel to achieve long-term solutions using root-cause analysis techniques.
• Support day to day operations to ensure there in minimum impact to production as a result of quality related issues and generate quality trends and proposed actions to support internal reviews in line with TQM (Total Quality Management) requirements.
• Provide quality inspection support when required. Auditing (& development) of suppliers as and when required and support sample inspection (whether on-site / at external supplier).
• Support NPPD / Development Projects within the factory from design review through to build. Be actively involved to help guarantee its success.
• Assisting in the development and auditing of quality procedures / documentation including development of the quality management system and TQM reporting

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

The Materials Manager will be responsible for the materials management function relating to the planning, procurement, storage, control, and distribution of materials to meet company objectives and customer requirements.

Salary, Hours and Benefits

• Salary, £45,000 - £50,000 dependant on experience
• 7:30am – 4:00pm, 1:00pm finish on Friday’s (37.5 hours per week)
• The opportunity to work within a globally recognised business
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Managed Occupational Health service, Retail shopping discount programme, Discounted gym membership, Bike to Work scheme

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

Materials Manager Person Specification

• A minimum of 3 years experience at 1st Line Management level, in a similar role within an Engineering environment, with GCSE Maths and English, Grade C or above (or equivalent).
• Fully conversant with all aspects of the Supply Function, and proven experience within this area.
• Ability to utilise Microsoft Office and its packages to the best of its capability, and demonstrate the programs used within a Materials Manager role.
• Able to use own initiative, to drive and develop a team, and resolves conflicts both within the team, and within the working environment.
• Ability to efficiently influence, at all levels, and develop effective working relationships with the necessary parties.
• Proven people manager with experience of developing a team got work to the best of their ability.
• Ability to make Cost Savings to a business through Continuous Improvement.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• The Materials Manager will have full accountability and responsibility for all materials on site, to include; Collate and report on KPI’s required by the business, Provide suppliers with relevant information, Forecasting etc, Aim to continually improve the function by regularly reviewing and monitoring processes, and implementing necessary improvements to give a more value added, and efficient service.
• Liaise with shipping agencies to ensure prompt delivery of goods, In conjunction with key stakeholders, ensure new product introduction and engineering changes are implemented smoothly and effectively. ie. Right part 1st time and to produce Long Term Forecasts.

Responsibilities also include:

• Raise Purchase Orders where necessary. Maintain and update the relevant material planning data.
• Manage material and labour issues in order to prevent production downtime and optimise availability of finished parts to our customers.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with customers (both internal and external), Suppliers and other relevant business units.
• Manage the development of supplier performance to meet business needs, Drive best practice in relation to Health and Safety within the department, ensuring all team members are able to complete their role in a safe manner.
• The Materials Manager will have full responsibility for management and control of the stores department, Responsibility for motivation of the Team, to ensure high performance working.
• Meet with suppliers to organise and agree costings, material supply etc, Load the Production Plan onto MRP.
• Identify Cost reduction opportunities and work to implement these into the business. Work with and support Group Suppliers in order to identify new sourcing opportunities.

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

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

I am recruiting an exceptional opportunity for a Maintenance Fitter to join a unique solutions manufacturer.

As Maintenance Fitter will be responsible for all plant maintenance and repairs along with the completion of all relevant paperwork. You will ensure all necessary equipment and parts are ordered and are available when required. The role requires you to work a Monday – Friday hours 7.30am 6pm with a benefits package of:

• 20 + 8 days Holiday
• Company Pension
• Healthcare
• Competitive salary of £40,000-£42,000 D.O.E 

Requirements/ Duties for the Maintenance Fitter:

• Prepare and assist with the loading and unloading of plant and equipment
• Ensure plant maintenance and repairs are completed in line with the defect tracker sheet
• Servicing of machines when their set operating hours have been met
• Assist with any maintenance and repair requirements that occur on site Perform machine safety checks to ensure full working order
• Submit sign off sheet to the Yard Manager upon completion of any repairs

Desired skills for the Maintenance Fitter include CSCS Plant Operator, Crane Supervisor, Passport to Safety, Slinger Signaller, Banksman and MEWP

We would be keen to talk to Plant Fitters or Mechanical Engineers that have the above experience.

This Maintenance Fitter role is commutable from: Atherstone, Tamworth, Coventry, and Hinckley.

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

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for supporting manufacturing operations by resolving build quality problems, improving tools and processes and ensuring the smooth introduction of project related product changes and new features. To investigate, plan and implement new engineering processes/methods/tooling facilities in conjunction with Manufacturing departments

Salary, Hours and Benefits

• Salary, £34,000 - £36,000 dependant on experience
• 8am – 4:30pm, 1:30pm finish on Friday’s
• The opportunity to work within a globally recognised business
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Managed Occupational Health service
• Retail shopping discount programme
• Discounted gym membership
• Bike to Work scheme

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

Key Responsibilities 

Being actively involved in the continuous process improvement within assembly/manufacturing, the Manufacturing Engineer will be a key figure in your ability to:

• Identify and action waste elimination through response to Takt time variation
• Define and implement build processes with consideration to appropriate Health & Safety and Quality standards
• Ensure the support process documentation with particular attention to visual management techniques
• Using a “hands on” approach you will proactively utilise both lean principles and problem-solving tools and techniques within the workplace to respond to “Takt time variation”, build quality issues
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing related problems, Cost of Quality concerns and issues raised by teams on Problem and Countermeasure boards, leading problem-solving teams where appropriate

Be Responsible for Signing Product Change Notifications Ensuring That:

• A thorough feasibility analysis has been conducted
• Understand any implications regarding process/man assignment changes
• Highlighting tooling requirements
• The Manufacturing Engineer will fully understand all Health and Safety implications for any proposed change
• Fully understand any production related cost

And Including:

• Management of BOMs and material movement through plan for every part
• Develop ergonomic processes designed around Lean Manufacturing principles including Yamazumi and 5S
• The Manufacturing Engineer will work with colleagues in all cross-functional projects to ensure smooth transition across the manufacturing facility

Person Specification

• HND or equivalent is essential
• CAD experience would be highly advantageous
• Manufacturing Engineering degree or equivalent is desirable

Essential Experience 

• Knowledge and use of quality analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Proven experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Understanding of Jig & Tool design

Desirable Experience

• Industrial engineering techniques
• Project management skills

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

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced for a Service Engineer.

This role will involve answering customer queries by phone/email, supplying requested documentation, visiting customer sites around the world to demonstrate equipment purchased, configuring equipment according to customer requirements.

Are you qualified to HND or HNC level? With a mechanical/electrical engineering discipline and from a strong technical background. 

In your role as a Service & Sales Engineer you will report to the Research, Development & Quality Systems Manager.

Service Engineer Benefits:

• £25,000 - £28,000 – Depending on experience 
• Travelling to different parts of the country
• 33 days holiday Including bank holiday
• Free Parking 

Service Engineer Duties:

• Respond to and record all technical pre-sale product (PharmaCare and Tooling) enquiries within 24hrs
• Assist in the development and presentation of training programs for equipment and tooling
• Provide Marketing Department with technical bulletins and case studies for advertising and promotional activity
• Attend exhibitions and accompany Account Managers/Agents on visits to customers in role of technical advisor
• As a Service & Sales Engineer you will provide detailed written reports of contacts and visits to customers.

Service Engineer Requirements:

• Recognised engineering qualification e.g., City & Guilds, HND, HNC
• Experience of working in a customer focussed role
• Planning & organising – formulates plans following analytical decision making, prioritises workload and sets realistic timeframes against which measures own progress
• Experience of dealing with technical specifications and data ideally in an engineering environment
• Achieving Results – able to meet deadlines/output requirements whilst maintaining high quality of work through attention to detail

If you are looking to advance your career as a Service Engineer in the manufacturing industry, with over 60 years of experience then this is the perfect company for you. 

This role is commutable from: Nottingham, Derby, Loughborough, Burton Upon Trent, Leicester 

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

A busy long-established organisation now has a requirement for a Quality Manager.
  
They are a multi site FMCG organisation, with facilities in the UK and Europe offering a fast paced and dynamic working environment. This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced Quality Manager to make a fast impact and As the Quality Manager, you will be tasked with being responsible for all aspects of the quality function, to ensure compliance.

Quality Manager Benefits:

• £38,000 - £39,000
• Be part of a long and successful business
• Fast paced, dynamic working environment
• New technology constantly introduced
• Free Parking
• 25 days holidays

This role is commutable from Loughborough, Leicester, Peterborough, Leicester, Oakham, St Neots’, Northampton, Oakham, Corby, Burley, Braunston, Melton Mowbray

Duties of the Quality Manager

• Develop and maintain quality systems
• Ensure compliance
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage the quality resources
• Investigate customer complaints
• Root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
• Provide assistance with vendor development and selection
• Site lead for customer and certification (ISO9001, BRC) audits
• Conduct internal audits
• Customer visits 

Requirement of the Quality Manager

• Proven experience of implementation and management of quality systems
• You will have gained your experience from within manufacturing
• You will have experience of working within a continuous improvement culture
• Ideally, you will have gained your experience within a fast- paced manufacturing environment
• A “hands-on” pragmatic approach, will work best 
• As would be the ability to work in a pressure, dynamic working environment

In return, you will be offered the chance to be part of a growing, busy, stable manufacturing organisation, where you will enjoy a long and enjoyable career.

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

I am looking to recruit a Maintenance Electrician role for a leading global organisation within the Manufacturing sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a team to provide breakdown cover and maintain machinery and Automation equipment.

The shifts for the Maintenance Electrician role are Monday – Friday 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm / 10pm-6am.

• Salary up to £36,100
• 33 Days Holiday
• Company Pension 
• Sick pay based on length of service, up to 24 weeks

Along with an NVQ Level 3/ ONC/ HNC/ HND/ City & Guilds in Electrical Engineering and 18th Edition trained. The ideal Maintenance Electrician must come from a manufacturing or packaging environment. Injection Mould experience would also be beneficial. 

The Maintenance Electrician role will include and require you to have the following experience:

• To provide shift breakdown cover on all machines, automation equipment and any ancillary equipment.
• To provide PPM on machines, automation equipment and any ancillary equipment.
• To work in an efficient and safe manner on breakdown repairs on all equipment
• To support and implement progressive improvements of our existing manufacturing automation processes working with both internal and external resources.

We are keen to talk to Maintenance Engineers and Multi Skilled Engineers with an Electrical bias who can commute to Leicester, Corby, Peterborough, and Grantham.

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

This business is a market leader in their field, across markets in the UK, Ireland and Continental Europe providing materials to leading companies. 

They have seen huge growth in recent years, with further growth going on right now.

Estimator Pay and Hours

• £28,000 - £32,000, negotiable dependant on experience
• 8:30am – 5pm, Monday to Friday (possibly flexible)
• 31 days holiday, including statutory, increasing with service

Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Loughborough, Tamworth, Lichfield, Nuneaton

The Role

• Client is looking for an Estimator who will be responsible for designing, specifying and pricing adequate products in response to client enquiries.
• The Estimator will also be required to meet client expectations by ensuring prompt replies to queries, utilising all the information provided, implementing information gathered from design/site meetings and meeting site delivery dates.   
• You will need to communicate effectively during a handover meeting with your appointed project team to ensure correct drawings are produced on time and in accordance with your design.

Personal Specification

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a construction Estimator role or similar
• Proven ability reading construction drawings and extract relevant information efficiently
• Solid knowledge & understanding of the construction process
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with excellent communication and customer service skills
• Good organisational skills
• Commercially aware, target driven and ambitious
• Experience of using Bluebeam and AutoCAD desirable 

Estimator Key Responsibilities

• To prepare an accurate, competitive and detailed technical schedules for client products with the assistance of a dedicated internal structural engineering team. 
• Follow up schedules with customers via phone calls and emails to build relationships with key contacts.
• Provide basic calculations to the current standard for all products specified by you.   
• Detailed handovers to the project team when orders are received.
• Provide excellent customer service; attend occasional office and site visits to develop customer relationships, solve technical issues and develop product design.   
• Carry out product presentations as a training aid to staff and customers.
• Conduct site installation training sessions for customers when required.

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

For over 60 years, this business has been constantly evolving their product portfolio to meet the demands and ever-changing needs for some of the world’s largest industries. From the design of their first ever product, the business has sustained manufacturing excellence, setting the industry standard.

Today they operate from a purpose built, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Northampton, where they routinely design and develop system solutions for bespoke applications.

Development Engineer Package, Benefits and Hours

• Salary £37,500 - £42,500, negotiable dependant on experience
• Contributory pension scheme
• Death in service
• Icome protection
• Health insurance
• Non-contractual annual profit share bonus
• Support to apply for and/ or maintain your IMechE membership is available.
• 33 days holiday 
• 37 hours per week; Monday to Thursday 08:30am – 17:15pm, Fridays 08:30am – 12:30pm

Commutable From: Northampton, Leicester, Coventry, Milton Keynes, Rugby, Leamington Spa, Banbury

Development Engineer Candidate Essential Requirements

• Proven Development Engineer, with Applications Engineering experience.
• A 2.1 degree in Mechanical engineering with Aerospace/Automotive/Energy/Oil & Gas background together with 3 to 5 years of demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• Working knowledge and experience of CAD & PDM (preferably SolidWorks) and FEA tools (preferably ANSYS Workbench and/or SolidWorks Simulation).
• Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings with GD&T. Ability to perform hand calculations for preliminary design, sizing, and stress assessment of static and rotating components.
• Material selection ability and knowledge of conventional manufacturing processes.
• Good understanding of Applied Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Metal Fatigue, Rotordynamics, and Vibrations along with a basic understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.
• Quick learner with the ability to work independently and multitask, and the ability to write excel/VBA macros to create new or modify existing design tools.

Client is looking for an individual that is by nature innovative, proactive, and self-motivated. You will need a good interpersonal manner together with strong written and oral communication skills to deal with customers, suppliers, and internal departments. You will be commercially aware and have excellent time management abilities.

Development Engineer Key Responsibilities

• The Development Engineer will support the Chief Applications Engineer in providing timely response to new application and product enquiries for driveline components, and turnkey test rigs for testing high-speed rotating machines such as e-motors, generators, aero engines, gearboxes, turbines, compressors, pumps, turbochargers etc.
• Produce innovative designs/ideas and create workable and cost-effective solutions.
• Assist in product costing and preparation of technical and commercial proposals and assist in new product development and product improvement activities including brainstorming, design, analysis, supplier selection and testing.
• Create 3D CAD conceptual designs and 2D drawings.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, assembly and testing to build in-house R&D test rigs for new product development.
• The ability to conduct test schedules, document the results and present these findings clearly.
• Work on short and long-term projects both in managing, documenting, and performing the project activities.
• The selection and specification of suitable equipment suppliers and processes.

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