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 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

We are a well-respected employer within the engineering sector and are seeking to recruit proven Multi Skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our established maintenance team. 

Benefits: 

• Straight Days (Monday – Friday)
• £30,000
• Overtime at Premium Rates
• Company Pension
• Stable Working Environment. 

Duties of a Electrical Maintenance Engineer 

• As a proven Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer you will be required to undertake both planned and reactive maintenance across our plant, which will require you to have experience of supporting plant and equipment within either a fast-paced manufacturing, process or production environment.

Requirements of a Electrical Maintenance Engineer  

• Ideally you will be apprentice trained but must be qualified Electrically and have some understanding of Plc Controls. However you must be multi skilled in your abilities. Having gained your Maintenance experience from supporting plant and equipment within a fast paced manufacturing, process or production environment. 

The Electrical Maintenance Engineer role is commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Tamworth, Walsall & Wolverhampton

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

Are you a Process Engineer looking for your next challenge?  Would you like to be part of a busy, fast paced manufacturing organisation, who are super busy, who would embrace your ambition and experience?

No 2 days are ever the same here!  This is a very friendly, dynamic facility, and as their Process Engineer, you will be tasked with ensuring process capability and process improvement to existing and new programs.

BENEFITS

• £38,000 - £45,000 - Dependant on experience
• Working directly with the Senior Management team
• Excellent Pension and holidays
• Busy, very friendly manufacturing organisation
• A genuine chance to make an impact

DUTIES OF THE PROCESS ENGINEER

• Ensure process capability and provide support and process improvement to existing and new programs
• Own and evaluate processes
• Track project timing and escalate delays
• Confirm feasibility and costs for engineering changes
• Ergonomic assessments
• Evaluate layout proposals
• Identify obsolescence
• Carry out / support trials on site
• Ensure processes are correct
• Raise internal deviations
• Support new product introductions

REQUIREMENT OF THE PROCESS ENGINEER

• Ideally Degree educated, however equivalent experience is readily considered
• You will have experience gained form within a manufacturing environment
• Equipment specification and process optimisation knowledge
• Assembly, vacuum / thermo forming, general industrial machinery / tooling, setting experience and FMEA
• Microsoft office
• A friendly disposition

This is a fast -paced manufacturing environment and would suit an energetic, dynamic individual

The role is commutable from Walsall, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield, Barton Under Needwood, Tamworth, Burton Upon Trent and Measham

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

An exceptional opportunity has arisen within a busy, incredibly stable company for a Technical Applications Engineer.  A role of Technical Applications Engineer has become available to support further growth.

They enjoy a vast product range, and due to the uniqueness of their products, are an extremely busy, stable organisation to be part of.  And their staff retention is phenomenal, ensuing you, as the Technical Applications Engineer a long, and enjoyable career. They supply into UK and Europe and are looking to continue to expand their customer base.

This role is commutable from Birmingham, Halesowen, Wolverhampton, Aldridge, Walsall, Tyseley, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Tamworth, Worcester, and Dudley

Benefits of a Technical Applications Engineer

• £35,000
• Company Car
• Company Phone
• Excellent Pension scheme
• You will be joining a very friendly and super stable organisation
• Out of this world staff retention

Duties of a Technical Applications Engineer

• Supporting Manufacturing and Sales / Marketing Teams
• Support the expansion of the Business
• Office based
• Building strong customer relationships
• Advising customers of machine capabilities, cycle times and application of the machines in the best environment
• Supporting new business development activities
• Providing expert advice

Requirement of a Technical Applications Engineer

• You will be able to demonstrate a high technical expertise with CNC Machines
• This could be milling or / and turning
• To have gained your experience within a manufacturing environment
• A good commercial awareness
• Ideally you will have customer facing experience
• Strong interpersonal skills
• A strong self- starter and an excellent team player
• Flexibility for the occasional overnight stay

This would suit an experienced CNC Engineer, who enjoys customer exposure and who is looking to enjoy a long and fruitful career.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality 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

Are you a Quality Manager, looking to be part of a well-established, growing team in the Birmingham area as this is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a successful business, who next year, look to be set to increase their already high volumes as demand for their products soars.

As their Quality Manager, you will be given the responsibility to maintain and improve the existing quality standards. You will also be the primary contact for all customer concerns.

This role would suit either an experienced Quality Manager, or a Senior Quality Engineer, who is looking for that chance to move into a Quality management role.

The role is commutable from Walsall, Wolverhampton, Sutton Coldfield, Redditch, Solihull, Hall Green, Tyseley, Dudley, Tamworth, Birmingham, Brownhills, Worcester, Cannock and Aldridge 

BENEFITS for QUALITY MANAGER

• £45,000 (flex)
• Busy, stable customer base
• Long established organisation
• Huge potential for growth within this role
• Excellent Pension and holidays
• A genuine chance to make an impact

DUTIES OF QUALITY MANAGER 

• Resolution of customer concerns
• Day to day control of Quality department
• Lead, manage and be the main point of Quality on site
• Maintain and develop existing Quality systems
• Champion Continuous Improvements in Quality
• Root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
• Mentor your team and identification of training needs
• Supplier Development
• Internal audits
• Manage absenteeism and holidays

REQUIREMENTS OF QUALITY MANAGER

• You are either currently a Quality Manager or a Senior Quality Engineer looking to move into a Quality Manager role
• Essential that you have experience of working in a manufacturing environment
• Customer and Supplier exposure
• This is a busy, challenging role and would suit an energetic, ambitious, highly motivated Quality professional

Are you up for the challenge?  Waste no time and send your CV ASAP!

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

Are you a TOOLMAKER looking for a NIGHTS role, as we have a superb opportunity for an experienced Toolmaker to join a well-respected, long-established company, who are experiencing a significant uplift in their orders.

BENEFITS

• £29,000 - £40,000 - Dependant on experience (Includes Shift Allowance)
• Nights - Monday to Friday
• Paid Overtime
• Early Friday Finish
• Excellent Pension
• Busy, friendly manufacturing organisation
• Long established manufacturing Business
• Well respected and well known
• A genuine chance to make an impact

DUTIES OF THE TOOLMAKER

• Use of general Toolroom equipment
• Refurbishment of existing tooling
• New tooling
• Working from engineering drawings
• Working in a precise, super clean working environment
• Night Shift
• Experience of Improving would be beneficial 

REQUIREMENT OF A TOOLMAKER

• Ideally, you will be Apprentice trained
• Happy to work Nights
• We are looking for significant experience in Toolmaking, on new or existing tooling
• Plenty of experience of using standard Toolroom equipment
• Improving experience would be highly advantageous

The role is commutable from: Walsall, Wolverhampton, Sutton Coldfield, Solihull, Hall Green, Tyseley, Dudley, Tamworth, Birmingham, Brownhills, Cannock and Aldridge

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality 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

A leading manufacturer are seeking an experienced Head of Safety, Environmental and Quality to lead with all Quality, Environmental, and H&S  strategy, processes, policies, legislation and legal obligations across all site operations within this expanding business.

HEAD OF SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL AND QUALITY ROLE BENEFITS:

• Excellent Company pension
• Private Healthcare and life assurance
• Competitive Salary package
• Holiday purchase scheme and long service awards

DUTIES OF THE HEAD OF SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL AND QUALITY ROLE:

• Lead the development of Quality, Environmental, and H&S strategy, objectives/targets and implementation of best practices. 
• Prioritise QEHS actions/initiatives and successfully transfer these to operational plans relevant to the level of risk.
• Ensure QEHS systems and policies are applied across all departments.
• Provide advice on legislative requirements / codes of practice.
• Develop and maintain quality and environmental systems compliant with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure systems compliance and continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE HEAD OF SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL AND QUALITY ROLE:

• Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health and/or Environmental
• Associate level certification to IEMA and/or general certification in NEBOSH
• Minimum 5 year’s, experience in QEHS Management gained ideally within a manufacturing, chemical, or food/fmcg environment.
• Experience in dealing with regulatory agencies (HSE, Environment Agency, Councils)
• Understanding and experience of Safety / Environmental Management Systems inc ISO 40001 and ISO 9001
• A superb communicator (written and verbal) with excellent planning, time management and organisation skills.
• We are seeking a confident leader who holds the ability to inspire and motivate team members to exceed goals.

The HEAD OF SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL AND QUALITY ROLE is commutable from: Aldridge, Lichfield, Tamworth, Walsall, Cannock, Stafford, Burton on Trent, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham and surrounding areas.

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

A new role has been created for a Production Manager in the Packaging area of a large International, very busy organisation.

Due to growth, even despite continuing challenging times, the need has risen for a Production Manager in the Packaging area to manage and oversee operations in their distribution centre. This is a large facility covering 6,000 Sq. meters, and they distribute goods that are predominantly shipped from the UK and Ireland.

As this is a new role, it’s a wonderful opportunity for you to really utilise your experience and take complete ownership of this role and as their Production Manager in Packaging, you will be responsible for the packaging of a huge array of different types of consumer goods.

Benefits of Production Manager - Packaging

• £40,000 - £45,000 (flex)
• Day’s role
• Large, long established successful Business
• Free Parking
• 6% Employer contribution Pension scheme
• 25 Days holidays
• An outstanding opportunity, a new role to really mould this role to your strengths

This role is commutable from Birmingham, Walsall, Rugeley, Tamworth, Lichfield, Coventry, Atherstone, Barton-Under-Needwood, Cannock and Sutton Coldfield

Duties of Production Manager – Packaging

• Manage and oversee operations in Packaging area
• Ensure Health and Safety compliance
• Managing a team that will vary from 12 to over 120 (direct and in-direct)
• Responsible for 2 Shift Leaders
• Setting budgets and man-power planning
• Liaise between sales, marketing, and planning teams
• Provide cost estimates
• Lead continuous improvement projects
• Maintain accurate data using SAP, PKMS and other ERP systems
• Track packaging costs

Requirement of Production Manager – Packaging

• Significant experience at Senior Manage level
• You will have gained your experience from within a high-volume diverse product range
• Preferably within a system’s driven warehouse and value- added packaging environment
• Strong knowledge of WMS and ERP
• SAP experience would be beneficial but not essential
• Good understanding of MS Excel, Power Point and Outlook
• Analytical problem solver

This would suit a highly motivated self-starter & a Super role awaits the right person!

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