This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Import / Export Co-ordinator, to work with a leading manufacturer of advanced process technology, 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.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Shipping Manager, the Import / Export Co-ordinator will assist in the tracking and documentation support for consignments within the Export department to the EU and the ROW. Required to keep track of orders as they go through the logistics process (from warehouse through to delivery) and help ensure that they are on track to customer commitment dates.
Hours and Benefits
Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 4:45pm, 3:00pm Finish on Friday’s (with flexibility)
30 days holiday (inc statutory) plus an additional three days at Christmas
Strong planning, organisational and administrative skills - able to prioritise workload and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Excellent PC skills - accurate data entry / keyboarding is essential, and a good working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
High level of attention to detail - able to maintain accuracy.
Awareness of the need to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills - written and verbal.
Ability to work on own initiative but also as part of a team.
Positive “Can Do” attitude – confident and decisive.
Ability to be flexible.
Import / Export Co-ordinator Key Responsibilities
Obtain transport quotations and options to meet client or event delivery schedule – courier, road, air and sea freight.
Work closely with freight forwarders and couriers to schedule and monitor shipments for all export / import consignments.
Prepare and review shipping documents, including invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, EUR1, carnets etc.
A good knowledge of letters of credit.
Track and report shipment status, providing timely updates to relevant departments to ensure smooth delivery and ensuring shipments arrive on time.
Calculate load plans for container shipments and for full trailer shipments.
Good knowledge of import procedures, both Home Use and IPR.
Handle inquiries and concerns related to shipping and provide solutions promptly.
To stay updated on changes in import / export regulations.
Be aware of and follow all company Health & Safety policies and procedures including feeding back any H&S information to management also be aware of and demonstrate the company values and behaviours.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Engineering & Design Lead, to work with a leading manufacturer of advanced process technology, 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.
The purpose of the Mechanical Design Team Leader is to manage a team of mechanical design engineers of a specific product sector. This requires hands-on technical design leadership, in addition to managing the team workload, communication, quality, and long-term professional development of the team.
Pay, Hours and Benefits
£55,000
Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 5pm, 1:30pm Finish on Friday’s
30 days holiday (inc statutory) plus an additional three days at Christmas
Strong hands-on experience in 3D design, analysis and testing of mechanical systems
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to develop innovative solutions
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise accordingly
Experience leading and developing other engineers
Commercially aware
A level of flexibility is required, as some UK and Global Travel is included
Engineering & Design Lead Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)
Technical
Provide technical direction to the team, producing sound engineering solutions to engineering problems, backed up with design analysis where appropriate.
Develop and implement innovative solutions to problems incorporating the latest materials, manufacturing processes and technology to drive the product range forward.
Manage product developments, ensuring changes are controlled and implemented across the product range to maintain a standard equipment offering
Take overall design responsibility for projects assigned to the team and manage them from project launch to completion ensuring all project deliverables are met.
Ensure all required design standards and legislation are met and that supporting documentation is produced and approved.
Take responsibility for equipment quality, resolving any design problems found during manufacturing or commissioning.
Coordinate technical support to sales to help produce accurate project proposals and to manage project risk.
Team Management
Direct day-to-day management of team members.
Recruitment and training plans for direct reports as well as mentoring of junior engineers.
Management of project cost, schedule and quality.
Review and provide feedback on prospects incl schedule, design hours and project risk.
Deputise for the Engineering Manager or other Lead Sector Engineers when needed.
Drive and be a role model for the company values & behaviours.
To be aware of and follow all company Health & Safety policies and procedures, in respect of self and others.