We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sales Engineer. Do you have a background working in industrial sales? This role is suited for someone with ideally with engineering qualifications and a background in an internal sales environment. Having the ability to think outside the box, build relationships with customers and a drive to succeed is essential.

As a Sales Engineer you will ideally have a background in selling into the Medical, Petrochemical or the industrial sector.

• Starting Salary - £30,000 - £32,000 DOE
• Company subsidised pension scheme
• Private Medical Insurance 
• 23 Days Annual holiday plus Bank Holidays 

Sales Engineer Duties:

• Identifying suitable solutions to flow control problems in a wide range of applications
• Technical support to customers, installers and design engineers by telephone and email
• Follow-up quotations and account management
• Support other team members with enquiries and projects

Sales Engineer Requirements:

• Engineering qualifications and a background in an internal Sales Engineer environment
• Help grow the company’s brand over the next few years 
• Previous experience working in Industrial Sales
• Develop business with new and existing customers
• Experience with social media networking, video marketing and blogging (desirable but not essential)

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sales Engineer who is looking to be part of a growing company.

This Sales Engineer role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Wellingborough, High Wycombe, Luton, Dunstable, St Neots, Letchworth Garden City

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering 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

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

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

An immediate start has a risen for a HR Specialist in the IT industry.

Are you a HR Specialist who has experience of the IT industry? In this role you will act as the first point of contact for all internal staff as well as potential candidates, while working closely with the MD, Finance/Operations and Internal Systems Managers. 

This is company who have over 1000 members of staff all over the world and are looking for an ambitious candidate who wants to join the company’s journey, whilst looking to advance their career as a HR Specialist

HR Specialist Duties:

• HR attendance audit and payroll data collation
• Hiring process, interview arrangement, and taking interview notes
• Performance appraisal, disciplinary process and other HR general duties
• Assisting other departments in preparing for events or business trips
• Health and Safety and Data Protection compliance

HR Specialist Requirements:

• Over a years’ experience working in a similar role 
• Able to do overnight stays when required 
• Clean UK driving licence
• Great communication skills along with being results driven
• The ability to ensure the optimal efficiency and productivity in the office 

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to advance their career as a HR Specialist.

This role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Wellingborough, High Wycombe, Luton, Dunstable

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

Client is a Made in Britain company, with many, many years of history behind them. They continue to lead and innovate in their industry, due to being part of the corporation who are the leading global provider in their industry. 

Role Function

• Reporting to the Site Lean Manufacturing Manager, the Quality Auditor will work independently within the Manufacturing Team, supporting the Assembly Tracks. 
• This role focuses on ensuring that products that leave the assembly lines are QC compliant, by working with and improving the skills of the operators and end of line inspectors. 
• The Quality Auditor will look to develop the Quality standards across the site, as well as developing clients own internal systems that lay the foundation for 100% Right First-Time pass rate.

Quality Auditor Salary: £35,000

Commutable From: Coventry, Solihull, Redditch, Rugby, Banbury, Daventry

Quality Auditor Key Responsibilities

• Create PFMEA’s for existing product on the assembly lines.
• Oversee product inspection / finalising. Carry out line checks to ensure product quality is maintained and procedures are adhered to.
• Follow the structured checklist for every product inspection. Develop the structured checklist to improve the inspection process.
• Record issues found, work with Manufacturing Engineers to identify root cause and apply permanent corrective action.
• Develop existing / create new KPI’s to report on Quality/Issues found and resolved.
• Strip and Audit Packaged products to ensure that they adhere to the QC standards & BOM’s.
• Mentor and Coach, the team to develop skills and ensure cross training in the process areas to build flexibility.
• Ensure a Quality first approach within the team. Raise CRNs to introduce improvements or address non-conformance.

Candidate Requirements

The Quality Auditor will have previous experience in automotive or aerospace Quality Auditing and Quality Engineering.

• Training / mentoring operators in order to improve their inspection skills.
• Excellent communication skills across all processes.
• Leadership experience with the ability to challenge behaviour that is of detriment to the team.
• Decision making and problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Total Quality Management Mindset.
• Ability to challenge process managers with data.
• Trained in PFMEA.

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

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Assistant or HR Coordinator to step up into a more autonomous HR role.  Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will assume full responsibility for the HR function within this established and growing global Tech company, and this will undoubtedly give the successful candidate the experience needed to develop into a HR Manager.

The successful candidate will support the growth plans of this company, and it is expected that as the organisation grows, then this role will also develop into a bigger HR position, making this a fantastic career opportunity for the successful candidate.

Initially you will be very involved in the recruitment and onboarding of new staff, and experience in this would be a distinct advantage, but you will also be involved in the full range of HR functions, including employee relations and absence management.

The successful HR Assistant / HR Coordinator will enjoy the following benefits:

• Starting Salary - £24,000 DOE
• Business Travel Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• 20 Days Annual holiday plus Bank Holidays

HR Assistant Duties:

• HR attendance audit and payroll data collation
• Hiring process, interview arrangements, and taking interview notes
• Performance appraisal, disciplinary process and other HR general duties
• Assisting other departments in preparing for events or business trips
• Health and Safety and Data Protection complianc

HR Assistant Requirements:

• At least 1 -2 years’ experience as a HR Coordinator or HR Assistant
• Experienced in a stand-alone role, or ready to make the step up
• UK driving licence
• Great communication skills along with being results driven
• The ability to ensure the optimal efficiency and productivity in the office

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Coordinator / HR Assistant to step up into a stand alone role and support the growth plans of a growing company.

This role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Wellingborough, High Wycombe, Luton, Dunstable

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Technical Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

An outstanding opportunity has a risen for a Senior Technical Sales position.

Are you an experienced Senior Technical Sales professional with a strong IT background? You will work in an international environment with over 1,000 staff members across the globe.

You will be working daily with the Business Development Department to serve customers in the UK, Ireland, and Nordic countries.

Benefits:

• £45,000 - £50,000 – Depending on experience 
• The chance to remote work at times 
• Discretionary bonus paid annually 
• 20 Days annual leave plus UK Bank Holidays

Technical Sales Duties:

• Understanding the existing ecosystem of established platforms 
• Participating and contribute in assigned individual and group projects with internal teams
• Assisting commercial team projects that involves complex and specific requirements
• Applying company solutions in real-world scenarios and ensure seamless integration with the rest of the physical IT environment, cloud and any heterogeneous systems
• Gather intelligence from executives, channel and key customer segments about market demand and future growth opportunities

Technical Sales Requirements:

• A knowledge of any of the following systems: Attached Storage, AWS, Linux, Virtualisation, Storage Arrays or CCTV
• Technical Knowledge of Private Cloud storage 
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Computer science would be preferable but not essential 
• 5 years or more experience in Engineering, IP Technology, Data Centre, or Cloud & Storage solutions

This role is suitable for someone who is looking to advance their career in the Technical Sales - Solutions world at a Data driven company looking to make a difference. 

This Technical Sales role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Wellingborough, High Wycombe, Coventry, Luton, Dunstable

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

An outstanding opportunity has a risen for a Senior Technical Sales position.

Do you have a Solutions background in Technical Sales with a strong IT background? In this role you will be closely in touch with the application of technology and the business insights you generate will play an important role in the company‘s expansion strategy.

In the role of senior technical sales, you will be working daily with the resellers and engage with them in areas that the company are looking to improve sales. Your role will also include gathering intelligence from executives, channel and key customer segments about the market demand and future growth opportunities.

Benefits:

• Private Medical Insurance
• £45,000 - £50,000 – Depending on experience 
• The chance to remote work at times 
• Discretionary bonus paid annually 

Technical Sales Duties:

• Gathering intelligence from executives, channel and key customer segments about market
• Participating and contribute in assigned individual and group projects with internal teams
• Updating the newest technology, its implications in the industry and the company’s solutions portfolio and product line-up
• Understanding the existing ecosystem of established platforms and drive solution adoption in assigned product segments
• Assisting commercial team projects that involves complex and specific requirements

Technical Sales Requirements:

• Data driven, enthusiastic in field application of technology, data analytics, and advising on business insights
• Network attached storage, AWS, Linux, Virtualisation, Storage Arrays, CCTV
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer science or Engineering would be preferable but not essential 
• 5 years or more experience in Engineering, IP Technology, Data Centre, or Cloud & Storage systems
• A clean driving licence

This is a dynamic role and suitable ideally for someone who is looking to advance their career in the IT world at a fast-paced growing company.

This Technical Sales role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Wellingborough, High Wycombe, Coventry, Luton, Dunstable

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering 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

A brand-new opportunity has a risen for a Technical Support Analyst in the IT industry. 

This role is for a company who are looking for someone to act as the front-line solution provider for channel partners and to end customers.

This company have over 1000 members of staff all over the world and are looking for an ambitious candidate who wants to join the Company’s journey whilst looking to advance their career in the IT industry.

Benefits of Role:

• £21,000 - £23,000 – Dependant on experience 
• Pension
• 20 Days Annual Leave
• Private Medical Insurance 

Technical Support Analyst Duties:

• Escalating and/or redirecting cases whilst liaising with 3rd level support and developers
• Participating and contribute in assigned individual and group projects with internal teams
• Effective management of all incoming customer calls, e-mails and live online chats whilst adhering to internal SLAs, KPIs and procedure
• A strong knowledge in networking, storage, virtualisation, surveillance and/or Linux

Technical Support Analyst Requirtements:

• A drive to be successful in the Technology field  
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
• Either a bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering, or equivalent industry experience
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely and efficient manner.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to advance their career as a Technical Support Analyst.

This role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Wellingborough, High Wycombe, Coventry, Luton, Dunstable

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994