SENIOR HR LINE SPECIALIST (HYBRID ROLE)

Role Overview

• Our world-leading client is looking for a proven Senior Line HR Generalist.
• Initial assignment duration: 12 months.
• This is a hybrid role: on average candidates will be expected to be onsite three days per week.
• Pay: £27.00 - £29.00 per hour (this role is inside IR35)

Commutable From: Peterborough, Leicester, Corby, Kettering, Melton Mowbray

Three Must Haves for The Role

• Union experience and dealing with negotiations
• Strong generalist HR skills
• Previous experience in a HR business partner or senior line HR generalist role

Ideally candidates would come from a manufacturing background (preferred, not mandatory)

Senior Line HR Generalist Job Description

• Leads human resources business processes for a moderately complex organization or multiple functions.
• Responsible for the improvement, deployment and effectiveness of a broad range of
• Human Resources processes across the business or functional organization.
• Ensures compliance with legislative requirements and adherence with human resources policies and processes.
• Partners with managers and employees to resolve issues and concerns.

Senior Line HR Generalist Site Specific Responsibilities

• Business partner to the Plant Manager and their first line
• Represent HR as part of the Plant leadership team
• Lead the deployment of the Advancing Workforce Strategy Roadmap 
• Build and maintain a constructive relationship with Unite and local site union reps
• Represent the business at a national level with wider business stakeholders
• Management of the Occupational Health contract

Senior Line HR Generalist Key Responsibilities

• Provides staffing and recruiting support, evaluates structure, job design and headcount forecasting, and other people data analysis; implements tactics to select and maintain a diverse workforce.
• Resolve conflicts and provides coaching and counselling on human resources matters for individuals or groups within a defined organization or function.
• Leads performance management activities, including employee development planning.
• Ensures the accuracy and completeness of workforce information in human resources information systems.
• Facilitates compensation process and benefits administration by partnering with shared services and corporate human resources; develops and implements workforce compensation recommendations.
• Conducts and documents investigations for business areas or corporate functional areas.
• Manages administration of and adherence to human resources policies and procedures; advises organizational and functional leadership on compliance with key legislative requirements.
• Leads training needs assessments and participates in training activities and special projects.
• Participates in initiatives to improve the overall effectiveness of human resources processes; leads specific improvement initiatives.
• Creates employment contracts as required by local law or practice.
• Coaches and mentors less experienced human resources generalists.

MATERIAL HANDLER

This is an excellent opportunity for a Material Handler, to work with a leading manufacturer of advanced process technology company, who have a rich, well-established background. They have sites here in the UK and overseas

The company's strength lies in its process expertise, engineering excellence and the ability to fully support customers worldwide. The service is complete - from design through installation and commissioning to lifetime support.

Job Purpose

The role holder will move work within the work area and across the factory / site, maintaining a clean safe working environment.

Material Handler Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £24,000
• Monday to Thursday 7:30 – 4:00pm, 12:30pm finish on Friday’s
• 30 days holiday (inc statutory) plus an additional three days at Christmas
• Life Assurance
• Healthy Pension
• Private Healthcare Scheme

Commutable From: Corby, Wisbech, Spalding, Stamford, Peterborough

Material Handler Candidate Requirements

• Qualified to drive a forklift truck and operate cranes/slings is essential. You will ideally already be qualified or must be willing and able to undertake the necessary training.
• Able to deal with the daily rigors of manual handling.
• Able to carry out routine tasks with limited supervision.
• High level of respect for all Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Willing to work as part of the wider Manufacturing team.
• Flexible in approach to tasks.

Material Handler Key Responsibilities

• Transport jobs between work centres and departments.
• Review material lists and report back any issues.
• Prepare material racks ready for production.
• Provide feedback on missing jobs.
• Update visual management boards.
• Issue stock materials.
• Ensure paperwork is kept with jobs during transportation.
• Ensure safe transport and storage of components.
• Complete daily safety compliance checks.
• Maintain the workplace in a neat, clean and orderly condition (“good housekeeping”).
• Comply with Health & Safety policies and procedures, paying particular attention to forklift truck, crane/slinging, manual handling and COSHH procedures.
• Provide cover (e.g. during holiday/sickness absence) in other Manufacturing areas as required.
• Carry out additional tasks as required, given the time, means and training.
• To be aware of and follow all company Health & Safety policies and procedures, in respect of self and others.
• Carry out 6S tasks.
• Be aware of and demonstrate the company values and behaviours.

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

MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

I am recruiting a very exciting opportunity for a client based in Grantham. As a Maintenance Engineer your role will be to carry out planned maintenance across the Factory and Wastewater Treatment Plant. You will complete PPMs and PTIs onsite whilst always ensuring that there is a proactive approach to planned maintenance.

The shift pattern for this role is an 8-week rotation and includes 12-hour shifts covering days, nights & weekends 4 on 4 off. 

The benefits package for the Maintenance Engineer role include:

• Salary including shift allowance £40,000+
• An excellent pension where they will pay double what you do up to a maximum of 12%
• Flexible Holidays – You can also buy and sell up to 5 days per year
• Optional health cash plan 
• Bonus scheme paid in December 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Volunteering days paid        

                . 
We are looking for a dynamic person who has a good Engineering background along with a good understanding of H&S compliance and currently in a Maintenance Engineer role. A time served apprenticeship with associated Level 3 Qualifications minimum in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. 

We would be very keen to talk to Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineers and Maintenance Electricians also that are based around Grantham, Sleaford, Bourne and Peterborough.

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

MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN

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 4 on 4 off days and nights 6-6.

• Salary £39,268 
• 23 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

CELL LEADER

A role has become available for a Cell Leader within a well-known, large fast-paced manufacturing organisation. Their product range is vast and diverse and the very nature of what they produce, offers superb stability and consistency.

This is a permanent weekday night shift.

Commutable from Leicester, Peterborough, Oakham, Spalding and Kettering

BENEFITS OF A CELL LEADER

• £26,000 - £32,000 (Including Shift Premium)
• Hours of work are 10pm – 6am, Monday to Friday
• Annual Bonus paid at Christmas
• All PPE provided including safety
• Overtime Paid
• Superb long-term progression
• Steady busy manufacturing organisation

DUTIES OF CELL LEADER

• Maximise output within Cell
• Job changes including colour, material and label changes
• Waste reduction 
• Responsibility for setting and running the moulding machines
• Fault-finding and process improvements
• Quality checks
• Tool changes 
• Training and developing Cell Assistants

REQUIREMENTS OF CELL LEADER

• Experience of setting and operating moulding machines
• Good knowledge of process improvements
• Happy to work in a fast-paced dynamic working environment
• To work a permanent night shift
• Tool change knowledge would also be beneficial

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

MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

I am recruiting a very exciting Maintenance Engineer opportunity for a client based in Grantham. 

As a Maintenance Engineer your role will be to carry out planned maintenance across the Factory and Wastewater Treatment Plant.

You will complete PPMs and PTIs onsite whilst always ensuring that there is a proactive approach to planned maintenance.

The shift pattern for this role is an 8-week rotation and includes 12-hour shifts covering days, nights & weekends 4 on 4 off. 

The benefits package for the Maintenance Engineer role include:

• Salary including shift allowance £40,000+
• An excellent pension where they will pay double what you do up to a maximum of 12%
• Flexible Holidays – You can also buy and sell up to 5 days per year
• Optional health cash plan 
• Bonus scheme paid in December 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Volunteering days paid                 . 

We are looking for a dynamic person who has a good Engineering background along with a good understanding of H&S compliance and currently in a Maintenance Engineer role. A time served apprenticeship with associated Level 3 Qualifications minimum in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. 

We would be very keen to talk to Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineers and Maintenance Electricians also that are based around Grantham, Sleaford, Bourne and Peterborough.

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

QUALITY ENGINEER

To utilise quality and engineering skills in the provision of professional inspection, testing and improvement service in maintaining ‘best in class’ status.

The Quality Engineer will also apply enthusiastic initiative in problem-solving and the development of an ‘in-house’ customer service and supplier initiatives.

Quality Engineer Package and Benefits

• £34,000 - £36,000. Negotiable dependent on experience
• £4,200 bonus
• 30 days holiday (including statutory), rising to 34 days with service
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private medical insurance (after a qualifying period)
• Early finish Friday’s

Commutable From: Milton Keynes, Leicester, Peterborough, Rugby, Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Banbury, Market Harborough, St Neots

Person Specification

• Minimum 5 years’ experience gained within Quality Engineering environmental Management (ideal industry being automotive / aerospace) – desirable, not essential.
• Degree or HND in Engineering Management systems or mechanical engineering.
• Significant knowledge and experience in controlling management systems in quality within an engineering or production/manufacturing environment.
• Managing multidisciplined quality teams.
• Working knowledge of ISO9001.
• Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) & ATeX experience would be useful, but training will be given. 
• Produce 8D’s, RCCM’s.
• Chartered status in Quality (CQI) and a Metallurgist would also be advantageous but isn’t essential.

Quality Engineer Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

Culture and Improvements

• Instrumental in the development of a culture of determining root cause and providing cost-effective solutions.
• Become an active Operational process owner / team member. Ensure the continuous development of the Quality Management System (QMS) in consultation with the Operations management team.

Systems and Compliance

• Involvement in external accreditations such as ISO 9001- & third-party audits.
• Ensure that a continued proactive and inclusive approach to Quality standards are maintained and practically complied with throughout the entire business by liaison with all levels of the business

Measurement, Analysis, Root Cause and Action Management

• Lead timely completion and drive action achievement for Root Cause Analysis determined by NCR’s and scrap reports. Lead Quality investigations and subsequent improvements.
• Provide guidance on Quality tools and techniques to drive Quality improvement. Conduct scheduled Quality audits (as leader/member of audit teams). Monthly reporting to Quality Engineering Manager including relevant Key Performance Indicators. Lead improvement Kaizen and 8D teams.

 Communication and Training

• Instrumental in the operation of the monthly Quality Improvement meeting. Contribute to communication formats – Quality Flashes, Toolbox Talks, 8D. Identify needs, promote and initiate relevant Quality and related skills training. Support in the continued development of Quality Induction Training.

Testing

• Utilise relevant materials testing skills in providing a timely service in support of production activities – Dye Pen, Ferrite, Surface Checking, etc. Manage departmental material testing regime – external tests. Record events using recognised systems.

Customer Interface

• Liaise with customer representatives with respect to physical checks and inspections (in line with customer order and documentation requirements). Input of specific inspection activities to enable the development of ITP’s.

Supplier Interface

• Proactive liaison with relevant internal departments in problem-solving with suppliers. Immediate supplier liaison on problems associated to deviations to standards, specifications and drawings.

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

COMMISSIONING ENGINEER

Commissioning of food industry equipment and supervision of electrical installation on customers’ sites around the world to ensure that the equipment functions to the required specification and that quality and health & safety standards are met within the allocated time and budgeted cost.

This role is Peterborough based, but with extensive travel both within the UK and overseas. You must be able to work away from home base for extended periods of time, both in the UK and overseas - up to 75% travel around the world.

Commissioning Engineer Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £45,000
• £5,000 car allowance 
• During the assignments outside the UK your salary shall be increased by a factor of 1.5
• Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 4:45pm, with an early Finish on Friday’s
• 30 days holiday (inc statutory) plus an additional three days at Christmas
• Life Assurance
• Healthy Pension
• Company and Private Healthcare Scheme

Commutable From: Corby, Wisbech, Spalding, Stamford, Peterborough

Commissioning Engineer Candidate Requirements

• Ideally, qualified to an Engineering degree or BTEC Higher Certificate in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• Highly motivated individual with the ability to work alone but still be part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Experience of installing and commissioning food process equipment in either the Bread, Biscuit, Confectionery, Cereal, Snack or Industrial Extrusion sectors.
• Customer focussed with excellent communication skills and a successful track record of developing customer relationships.

Knowledge of programming and fault-finding on the following PLC’s

• Rockwell Logix 5000
• Siemens S7-300 
• Siemens S7-1500
• Mitsubishi
• Omron
• Lenze    

Knowledge of programming and fault-finding on the following HMI

• Rockwell RS View studio
• Win CC flex
• Win CC comfort 
• Lenze

Commissioning Engineer Key Responsibilities

• The Commissioning Engineer will commission machinery so that its mechanical, electrical, software and process functions perform to the contract specification.
• Programming and fault-finding software for a variety of PLC platforms.
• When required, to supervise other engineers on site either employed or contracted by client or by the customer.
• Communicate with the customer throughout the commissioning stage of a project.
• Produce a regular report of site activities detailing progress and highlighting any issues such as technical problems, site delays, customer’s comments etc. concluding in a debrief on return from site and a contract completion report.
• The above to be carried out anywhere in the world for periods of up to 6 weeks to suit the needs of the business.
• Support Technical and Customer Services in the office and on site.
• Help research and develop new products in the Innovation Centre.
• Assist with manufacture and testing of equipment within our factory.
• To help research and develop new products in the Innovation Centre.
• It is anticipated when you are not traveling that you will either be working in the factory, the Innovation Centre, Customer Services or in the Drawing Office.
• To be aware of and follow all company Health & Safety policies and procedures, in respect of self and others.

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

This is an excellent opportunity for an International Sales Manager who has strong experience in the Food processing industry. 

• Starting Salary - £40,000 - £60,000 - DOE
• Life assurance 3X your salary 
• 24 Days Holiday per year
• Private Medical Insurance

The successful candidate MUST have previous experience of working in the Food processing industry and will be able to demonstrate a successful track record in a senior/International Sales Manager role. 

Sales Manager Duties:

• As International Sales Manager you will establish and develop customer relationships at all organisational levels in a professional manner.
• Prepare and maintain sales reports, forecasts and contact information on a regular basis and in a timely manner
• To negotiate and secure orders and contracts that are profitable, commercially secure and technically sound
• Identify and develop Customer Services’ business opportunities with existing and new customers
• Ability to understand technical matters (products, processes, equipment) to a reasonable level

Sales Manager Requirements:

• To identify and develop opportunities and negotiate sales for the product range and to support the development of the global sales strategy
• An engineering qualification or relevant experience would be advantageous
• Fluency in another language would be advantage
• Comfortable spending approximately 30- 40% of your time abroad
• Ability to think strategically in regard to customers and markets

This is an exciting role and suitable for someone who has previously worked as an Account Manager, Head of Sales, Commercial Manager, Business Development Manager, International Sales Manager

This Sales Manager role is commutable from: Peterborough, Rugby, Cambridge, Leicester, Corby, Nottingham, Kettering, Stamford

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

JUNIOR CONTROLS ENGINEER

This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior Controls Engineer, to work with a leading manufacturing of advanced process technology company, who have a rich, well-established background. They have sites here in the UK and overseas

The company's strength lies in its process expertise, engineering excellence and the ability to fully support customers worldwide. The service is complete - from design through installation and commissioning to lifetime support.

Junior Controls Engineer Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £30,000, salary is negotiable
• Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 4:45pm, with an early Finish on Friday’s
• 30 days holiday (inc statutory) plus an additional three days at Christmas
• Life Assurance
• Healthy Pension
• Company and Private Healthcare Scheme

Commutable From: Corby, Wisbech, Spalding, Stamford, Peterborough

Junior Controls Engineer Role Summary

To design, test and where necessary, commission, electrical control systems for client’s machinery, meeting contractual/customer requirements within time and budget restraints

Candidate Requirements

• You will ideally be qualified to Engineering degree level, or BTEC Higher Certificate in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• The Junior Controls Engineer will be a motivated individual with the ability to work alone but still be part of a team.
• Experience of installing and commissioning process equipment and a knowledge of programming and fault-finding on PLC systems is desirable, although on-site training will be provided.
• Ability to develop and produce software to functional specifications.
• Knowledge of existing product range could be an advantage.
• Travel capability: Able to work away from home base for extended periods of time, within the UK and overseas.

Junior Controls Engineer Key Responsibilities

• You will develop and produce PLC and HMI software for a variety of platforms with minimal assistance.
• Design, specify and issue electrical hardware parts lists and control panels according to contract specifications.
• Specify technical requirements for bought out equipment.
• You will produce machine test specifications.
• Test equipment in assembly shop and on customer sites as required.
• Provide technical and commissioning support to Installation & Commissioning / Customer Services in the office and on site.
• Help research and develop new products when required.
• Assist with preparation of proposals and quotes.
• Provide briefings of existing specifications and latest developments of equipment to sales, commercial, manufacturing, customer services and installation & commissioning departments when required.
• To be aware of and follow all company Health & Safety policies and procedures.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Control & Automation Recruitment Support since 1994

PRODUCTION MANAGER

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Production Manager, to work with a leading manufacturing of advanced process technology company, who have a rich, well-established background. They have sites here in the UK and overseas

The company's strength lies in its process expertise, engineering excellence and the ability to fully support customers worldwide. The service is complete - from design through installation and commissioning to lifetime support.

Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £50,000 - £55,000
• Monday to Thursday, 7:30am – 4pm, 12:30pm Finish on Friday’s
• 30 days holiday (inc statutory) plus an additional three days at Christmas
• Life Assurance
• Healthy Pension
• Company and Private Healthcare Scheme

Commutable From: Corby, Wisbech, Spalding, Stamford, Peterborough

Production Manager Role Summary

• To maintain a safe working environment, by ensuring that all health and safety regulations are strictly adhered to.
• Manage the assembly (mechanical, electrical and testing) activities of capital equipment and major spares contracts, to meet customer requirements.
• Ensure safety, quality, delivery and cost performance improvements of the Assembly area, in line with company targets.
• Identify areas for improvement and drive through changes to gain improvements in assigned KPIs.
• You will need a minimum of HNC or equivalent in engineering.

Candidate Requirements

• Able to lead, motivate and manage personnel to achieve stretch targets.
• Proven team management experience within a manufacturing environment. 
• Sound technical knowledge of capital equipment and spares manufacture. 
• The Production Manager will be confident and decisive, with good people management and communication skills.
• Able to liaise with Technical and Production Engineering to improve and develop products.
• A knowledge of general computer packages (Word & Excel), with excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated and able to act as a change agent within the department.
• Good communicator at all levels. Able to work within cross-functional teams to achieve business results.

Production Manager Key Responsibilities

• To be aware of and follow all company Health & Safety policies and procedures, in respect of self, all team members and any colleagues, contractors or customers within Assembly Area.
• Implement process change initiatives through Kaizen and C.I. activity to improve safety and achieve all performance improvement targets.
• Manage the assembly (mechanical, electrical and testing) of capital equipment and major spares contracts, to meet customer requirements. Attend or chair daily/weekly/monthly meetings and briefs, as required, in order to communicate departmental/company information. Ensure safe and clean working practices and monitor via housekeeping audits.
• Team development through appropriate coaching and training programmes. Monitoring and control of performance using Visual Management techniques. Actively reduce or eliminate ‘waste’ activities and challenge existing processes and procedures.
• Ensure orders and resources are planned, prioritized and communicated accordingly. Monitor quality issues to continually improve product and process quality. Maintain information in respect to methods, processes and procedural standards.
• Management of direct reports. Provide Assembly expertise to other departments and functions. Generate detailed assembly plans in conjunction with the master schedule.
• The Production Manager will need to deputise for the Manufacturing Manager and other supervisors, as and when required

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

PRODUCTION TIG WELDER

The Production TIG Welder will provide a high quality, efficient welding service within the production team and wider operations department. Working within a highly skilled and qualified welding team you will use a variety of jigs, fixtures, welding plant and manipulators to assemble and weld a wide range of products to exacting standards.

Production TIG Welder Package and Benefits:

• £28,000 - £30,000 (£13.50 - £14.50 per hour) dependant on experience
• £1,560 annual bonus
• 40 hours per week 7am – 4:15pm, Monday to Thursday, 7am – 12pm on Friday’s
• 30 days holiday (including statutory), rising to 34 days with service
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Early finish Friday’s

Commutable From: Milton Keynes, Leicester, Peterborough, Rugby, Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Banbury, Market Harborough, St Neots

Production TIG Welder Person Specification:

• Proven experience of TIG welding within high technology production / manufacturing company.
• Experience of welder coding to EN287-1 / ASME IX and / or PED.
• Experience in welding stainless steel to a very high standard.
• General interest in engineering, welding, and factory production operations.
• Good PC skills including Outlook.
• Production experience in a small batch capital investment goods environment.

Production TIG Welder Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Carry out all required welding work, to the highest standard.
• Acquire the knowledge and qualifications for welding the complete size / range of instruments ensuring the necessary quality standards are achieved.
• Carry out basic assembly related work such as expanding, pressure testing, helium leakage testing as required.
• The Production TIG Welder will assist in other production related tasks, when required by the line team leader or Production Manager as appropriate within the line or wider production department.
• Work in accordance with Health & Safety procedures as set out by the company, especially regarding Manual handling and PPE.
• Support customer inspection activity.
• Maintain all welding equipment / hand tools in good working condition and keep the welding bays tidy / organised in line with company housekeeping standards.
• Assist in development of new production methods, to assist in improvements to the present product lines or development of new products.
• Perform TPM and preventative maintenance tasks on equipment and fixtures as requested.
• Support continuous improvement activity and take an active role in the implementation of improvements.

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