An organisation with a truly global recognised brand for quality and innovation with a reputation for producing world leading products, are currently seeking a Project Manager to oversee the Real Estate Management of their Midlands facilities. The organisation has a strong dedicated workforce already in place that provides all the necessary specialist and departmental support a global corporate company needs to function in these modern times. 

As a busy manufacturing organisation with a large existing portfolio of property they need to ensure their buildings and infrastructure are fully optimised and remain sustainable for the continued running and growth of the company.  A Project Manager is now required to support the daily function of working with internal stakeholders and external partners to guarantee and maintain the use and the delivery of property that meets their growing demands.

Benefits for the Project Manager 

• Starting salary £50,000 - £52,000,
• Tax Efficient Car Options, 
• Annual Bonus,
• Bupa, 
• Exceptional Company Pension, 
• Above Average Holiday Entitlement 

Duties of a Project Manager 

• As the Senior Project Manager, you will ensure optimised & sustainable use of the company’s Real Estate through management of strategic building & infrastructure projects on behalf of internal stakeholders with delivery on time, to agreed quality and at agreed cost. 
• You will independently lead multiple projects based on Real Estate Process to provide functional & efficient work environments for the various internal business partners within given targets for cost, quality, time and life-cycle cost. 
• You will ensure project delivery is achieved at the highest levels of quality using approved systems, processes, tools and methods during the planning, realisation and handover phases, in addition to preparing facilities for optimised operational use of all service processes throughout the life cycle of the facility. 
• You will be a key player in resolving conflicts with either internal stakeholders or external consultants & construction companies in order for project to meet cost, time and quality targets. 

Requirements 

• A Formal Qualification (Degree / HND) in Civil, Construction, Building Services or Engineering 
• Excellent skills in project management and the execution of multiple large projects.
• Demonstrated ability of high-level stakeholder management exposure.
• Knowledge of future building standards.
• Demonstrated ability to translate between business need and technical requirements.
• Strong competence in alternative contractual models for project realisation. 
• Willingness to travel on a regular basis.

This is a great opportunity to join a global brand and be part of a passionate group of people where individual employee’s welfare and personal and career development matter and are taken seriously.

This Project Manager's role is commutable from: Warwick, Oxford, Worcester, Cheltenham, Coventry, Banbury, London

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Technical Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

This is an excellent opportunity, for an experienced Materials Planner, with production planning exposure, 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.

Role Function

As a bridge between purchasing and production, the Materials Planner will manage the availability of materials and schedule assembly operations to meet customer demands and replenish inventory levels in a fast moving and highly changeable environment.

Materials Planner Benefits

• £28,000 - £35,000
• 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

Materials Planner Candidate Essentials

• Five plus years Materials Planner experience in fast paced environment
• You will come from a hands-on, and/or assembly type environment, with a high variety of components and finished good products. There is no manufacturing on-site
• Proven experience in Materials Planning, using an MRP system, with some production planning exposure
• Ability to work well under pressure, and with minimal management if required
• IT literate, MRP and Excel
• An understanding of Operational, Supply Chain and Distribution Processes

Materials Planner's Key Responsibilities

• The Materials Planner will plan the Production and Materials schedules in a fast-moving environment.
• Determine materials requirements and generate purchase orders through MRP
• Utilise customer forecasts, completing periodic comparison and feedback reports
• Planning production schedules to meet customer and inventory demand. Manage FG and components stock levels
• Ensure availability of components from suppliers in both UK and Far East in line with production schedules
• Co-Ordinate inbound freight with Purchasing Department, and co-ordinate with Internal departments Sales, Production and Purchasing
• Improve current system detail: Supplier lead times, build times, MOQ, UOQ, ROL information to improve effectiveness of MRP system

Commutable From: Northampton, Wellingborough, Rugby, Kettering, Bedford, Milton Keynes

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

We are seeking to recruit a Maintenance Engineering Storeperson to support our plant maintenance and reliability team at our operation within the region.

Benefits: 

• Starting salary in the region of £26,000 - £28,000
• Paid Holiday
• Company Pension
• Stable Working Environment as we are a Key Worker Specific Sector.

Duties of a Maintenance Engineering Storeperson

As a Maintenance Engineering Storeman you will be solely responsible for running the Engineering Stores which contain over 15,000 various engineering consumables and electrical / mechanical components that are used by the Maintenance Team on a daily basis. 

The stores system at present is going through the process of being automated, therefore if you have experience of working CMMS software such as SAP, Shires or Maximo you will feel at home.

Requirements of a Maintenance Engineering Storeperson

To be successful in your application you must:- 

• Have previous experience running a Stores Department within an Engineering, Manufacturing or Production Environment.
• Have experience of working with Computerised Stores Systems.
• Have experience of performing and logging Stock Audits    
• Must be Pc literate. 

This is a great opportunity to move your career into a straight day working role.

The Maintenance Engineering Storeperson role is commutable from: Alvechurch, Bromsgrove, Henley in Arden, Redditch, Stratford upon Avon & Studley. 

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

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

Benefits on offer to the Maintenance Technician: 

• Salary in the region of £40,000
• Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
• Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
• Company Pension
• Stable Working Environment. 

Duties of the Maintenance Technician:  

As a proven Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician 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 the Maintenance Technician

Ideally you will be apprentice trained but must be qualified either Electrically or Mechanically and have some understanding of Plc Controls and Robot applications. 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 Maintenance Technician's role is commutable from: Lapworth, Leamington Spa, Stratford Upon Avon, Southam & Warwick

1999 - 2021 Celebrating 22 Years of Maintenance Engineer Recruitment Excellence

A wonderful opportunity has arisen for a PRODUCTION MATERIAL SCHEDULING ASSISTANT so do you have experience as a PRODUCTION MATERIAL SCHEDULING ASSISTANT within a MANUFACTURING environment?

Would you like to be part of a busy, friendly, manufacturing organisation, where as their PRODUCTION MATERIAL SCHEDULING ASSISTANT, you will be given responsibility for production and material scheduling, whilst providing support to purchasing and supplier liaison.

BENEFITS

• £30,000 
• A busy, very friendly organisation
• Long-term stability and progression prospects 
• Working directly with the Senior Management team
• Excellent Pension and holidays

DUTIES OF THE PRODUCTION MATERIAL SCHEDULING ASSISTANT

• Production and material scheduling
• Provide support to purchasing and supplier liaison
• Provide support to the Production Planner
• Schedule production activities and raw materials and components
• Identification for areas of improvement
• Chasing production 
• Liaising with Sales teams and suppliers
• Purchasing activities
• Maintaining information in SAP ERP system
• Costing of special products

REQUIREMENT OF THE PRODUCTION MATERIAL SHCEDULING ASSISTANT
 

• Relevant experience gained from within manufacturing
• Excellent Production scheduling knowledge
• Purchasing experience
• CIPS would be beneficial but not essential
• Solid commercial awareness
• Excellent IT knowledge EDI and MRP systems
• SAP would be advantageous

This would suit an energetic, sociable and progressive individual

The role is commutable from Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Tamworth, Birmingham and Aldridge, Barton Under Needwood, and Ashby De La Zouch

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

This is a fantastic opportunity, for a hands-on Quality Technician, to join a well-established, reputable, and respected family run business, operating for over 40 years.

The company is committed to British craftmanship, combining the beauty of natural products and other high-performance materials.

The Quality Technician is responsible for assisting in implementation and maintenance of all Quality documentation, procedures, testing and control of the manufacturing process. You must be able to demonstrate that you are able to work and communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation, up to and including Directors. Reporting directly to the Quality Manager, the Quality Technician will assist with the generation of documentation to ensure Continuous improvement and Customer Satisfaction. 

The ideal candidate should ideally be looking to progress into a Quality Engineer in the near future.

This Quality Technicain's role is Commutable From: Birmingham, Leicester, Northampton, Banbury, Coventry, Hinckley, Leamington Spa

Hours

7:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week

Quality Technician Person Specification

• Minimum 5 years’ experience within a manufacturing environment and minimum 2 years’ experience as a Quality Technician
• Working Knowledge of 5 core tools, APQP, SPC, Control Plans, FMEA, MSA
• Engineering Background, with Audit experience
• Experience of a high volume, fast paced environment
• Ability to lead and make decisions, and the ability to meet targets and achieve results
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills

Quality Technician Key Responsibilities

• Handling Issues as they arise, including supplier issues
• Reviewing operating procedures for effectiveness
• Product Audits and Process Audits
• Calibration
• Training and assessment of operators
• Reporting on Quality Indices
• Provide accurate data, introducing and maintaining Quality Documentation

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

This is an absolute Dream job if you are guitar player who possesses an academic or commercial background in electronics!!  This Service Engineer role offers an excellent salary and benefits package including : Freebies!!  33 days holiday! Pension scheme, Flexible working environment and a chance to be part of a dynamic organisation!

As the Service Engineer, you will be working for a Global leader in the Audio Industry, a very well-established and respected organisation, with a global presence.

The company have been established for several decades and are going from strength to strength – even during this pandemic!  You would be joining an incredibly stable organisation.

Benefits for the Service Engineer:

• Up to £30,000
• Freebies!
• Pension Scheme
• 33 days holiday 
• Flexible Working Environment

As the Service Engineer, your duties will include:

• To repair and service -  to an excellent level - all company audio products to meet pre-defined performance targets.
• Supporting customers on a daily basis with service / repair issues
• To oversee the repair, service and dispatch of loan stock. 
• To support engineers in the field on a technical level
• Oversee the logistics of all returned products.
• Manage of the stock and logistics of spares and parts.
• Organise the shipment of spares.
• To Liaise with UK dealers and end users on technical queries and service/repair issues.
• To Liaise with Quality & Approvals Depts on all technical and quality issues.
• Liaise with UK Area Sales Manager on service and warranty issues as required.

I would be very interested in speaking with you if you have / are:

• As a  Minimum - HNC in electronics or associated engineering subject or 5 years’ experience of electronic service and repair of consumer audio equipment/ Service Engineer
• Ideally – you will have knowledge of Valve based audio equipment
• You will have an interest in musical instruments and audio technology 
• You will be a guitar player!!
• You will be used to working to set KPI’s
• An excellent communicator
• You will be a real Team player.
• Have the ability to prioritise
• And have an excellent customer focus.

This Service Engineer's role is Commutable from:  Northampton, Rugby, Corby, Daventry, Market Harborough and Kettering

Probe Technical Recruitment, a Maintenance, Reliability & Service Recruitment Specialists since 1994

Our client is looking for a Production Operative whose primary responsibility will be Stores.  The Production Operative will be required to learn all aspects of this busy area and provide a service within all departments and externally to their customers.

Working within manufacturing this role requires the adherence to work to production schedules, ensuring customer orders are met in full whilst adhering to laid down quality and safety requirements.

Hours and Pay

• £13.00ph
• 7:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Thursday
• 7:30am – 12:15pm, Friday

Commutable From: Coventry, Rugby, Banbury, Stratford Upon Avon

Candidate Requirements

• The Production Operative will be self-motivated, possess good numeracy and communication skills, both written and verbal and good interpersonal skills along with the ability to deal with people at all levels. 
• Forklift Trucks and computers are fundamental tools of the job therefore experience in both would be advantageous, however, full training will be given. 
• Ideally you should hold a full clean driving licence as you will be required to drive the company van on occasions.
• Good communication will be required regarding all matters relating to stock, ie; delivery, storage of stock and discrepancies. 

Key Responsibilities

• You will be required to unload/load vehicles as and when necessary and highlight to Supervision any issues that do not allow customer requirements to be met in full. 
• To positively participate in continuous improvement initiatives, be forward thinking and be totally flexible to ensure that daily targets are met.
• The position requires the accurate checking of goods against delivery notes; understanding computerised stock control; preparation and collation of documentation for Despatch and Purchase departments; operation of the jig. 
• Establish customer requirements with Sales Administration and prepare orders for despatch, this will involve documentation such as delivery notes, labels, manifests, etc; understanding both internal and external transport arrangements through liaison with your immediate supervision. 

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

This is a fabulous opportunity!!  This Customer Service Advisor role offers a great salary and benefits: Half days on Fridays!  Excellent holidays!  Pension!  Extensive Training!  Definite potential for Career Development!  Stable career opportunity with a great team!

Are you looking for a Customer Focused Role role where you can develop your skills and grow with an amazing organisation who truly value your hard work?  This could be the role for you!

As the Customer Service Advisor, you will be working for a leading Manufacturer with Global recognition!  They have been established for several decades and are going from strength to strength! They are recognised throughout their field for their outstanding quality product.  They have thrived throughout the pandemic; you would be joining an incredibly stable organisation.

Benefits for the Sales Co-ordinator:

• 30 days holiday
• Half day on Fridays!
• Standard Pension
• Extensive Training!
• Definitely an Opportunity to Development your career
• Free Parking

The Customer Service Advisor role is a really varied, exciting position, it’s a mix of Sales, Purchasing and much more!

Your key duties would be:

• Handling of incoming Sales calls / customer enquiries regarding products, raise and progress orders, right through to their delivery.
• To liaise with other departments to ensure timely and correct dispatch and deliveries.
• Stock control, resolving any discrepancies
• Manage sales process with customer accounts - quotations, orders, credits etc.
• Dealing with all aspects of collections and returns
• To keep customers updated on delivery dates and changes where required.
• By use of effective load planning ensure the most cost-effective transport costs are incurred 
• All general administration ; Analysis and manipulation of data derived from the ERP system 
• Monitoring trends and changes in requirement of parts amend forecasting accordingly.
• Support Colleagues when required.
• Attend and support exhibitions and shows when required.

If the following describes YOU then I want you to hear from you ASAP!

• Do you have experience as a Customer Service Advisor or Similar?
• Are you used to taking orders from customers and following through to delivery?
• Are you looking for a Challenge?
• Do you want to learn new skills and be guided by an amazing team?
• Are you Computer Literate?
• Do you have experience with order taking and Processing?
• Are you confident and love having that customer focus and delivering an excellent service?
• Are you a good communicator?  Happy to liaise with customers regarding sales queries/orders?
• Do you have great Administration skills and excellent attention to detail?

IF the answer is yes to the above - then this role could have your name on it!!  

The role is commutable from: Coventry, Rugby, Leamington Spa, Warwick, Stratford Upon Avon, Daventry, Northampton and Banbury

This is a fabulous opportunity!!  The Sales Co-ordinator role offers a great salary and benefits: Half days on Fridays!  30 days holiday!  Pension!  Loads of training!  Definite potential for Career Development!  Stable career opportunity with a great team!

Are you looking for a role where you can develop your skills and grow with an amazing organisation who truly value your hard work?  This could be the role for you!

As the Sales Co-ordinator, you will be working for a leading Manufacturer with Global recognition!  They have been established for several decades and are going from strength to strength! They are recognised throughout their field for their outstanding quality product.  They have thrived throughout the pandemic; you would be joining an incredibly stable organisation.

Benefits for the Sales Co-ordinator:

• 30 days holiday
• Half day on Fridays!
• Standard Pension
• Loads of Training!
• Definitely an Opportunity to Development your career
• Free Parking

The Sales Co-ordinator role is a really varied, exciting position, it’s a mix of Sales, Purchasing, Material Management and potentially Production Planning!

Your key duties would be:

• Handling of incoming Sales calls / customer enquiries regarding products, raise and progress orders, right through to their delivery.
• To liaise with other departments to ensure timely and correct dispatch and deliveries.
• stock control, resolving any discrepancies
• Manage sales process with customer accounts - quotations, orders, credits etc.
• Dealing with all aspects of collections and returns
• To keep customers updated on delivery dates and changes where required.
• By use of effective load planning ensure the most cost-effective transport costs are incurred 
• All general administration ; Analysis and manipulation of data derived from the ERP system 
• Monitoring trends and changes in requirement of parts amend forecasting accordingly.
• Support Colleagues when required.
• Attend and support exhibitions and shows when required.

I would be very interested in speaking with you if you are / have:

• Previous experience as a Sales Co-ordinator or a background in Sales, Purchasing, Material Management and / or Production Planning
• You must be confident and a good communicator!  Happy to liaise with customers regarding sales queries/orders.
• High level of sales administration and order processing experience is essential
• Excellent Communication, sales and call handling skills/experience
• Good organisational skills is essential
• To be able to Communicate effectively with people at all levels in a calm, confident and mature manner 
• To be able to work under the pressure of a fast pace sales/service desk
• The ability to problem solve and implement solutions
• Have Strong IT skills, competent in Word and Excel and  have worked with or have an understanding of SAP or have worked with an ERP system previously
• Previous experience of using an MRP system to manage inventory levels and product demands whilst controlling the master data to achieve optimum results
• Experience in purchasing and preferably procurement environment and/or experience in production planning would be very advantageous 
• Proven high level of accuracy is essential
• A good standard of Maths and English is required.

The role is commutable from: Coventry, Rugby, Leamington Spa, Warwick, Stratford Upon Avon, Daventry, Northampton and Banbury

This is a fantastic opportunity, for a proven Health & Safety Manager to join a well-established, reputable, and respected family run business, operating for over 40 years.

The company is committed to British craftmanship, combining the beauty of natural products and other high-performance materials.

Reporting to the Operations Director, you will be required to take a lead role on all HSE duties across the business, working closely with departments and assisting line managers to understand their goals and accountabilities in relation to HSE. 

Commutable From: Birmingham, Leicester, Northampton, Banbury, Coventry, Hinckley, Leamington Spa

Role Purpose

The Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for driving Health, Safety and Environment awareness across the business. The successful candidate will need to provide professional health, safety and environmental advice to both client sites, ensuring that risks are effectively identified, managed and monitored. This role is designed to add value, by coaching managers and employees to engage in sound HSE working practices and identifying areas of improvement within the Company.

Person Specification

• Previous hands on HSE experience as a Health & Safety Advisor/Health & Safety Manager within a manufacturing environment. Engineering environment exposure would be highly advantageous
• Understanding of chemical use & COSHH. NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety
• Membership of IOSH (minimum Chartered), and to be fully conversant with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 
• Strong practical understanding of relevant UK Health, Safety & Environmental legislation
• Ability to lead and make decisions, with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to persuade and influence at all levels and the ability to analyse and report data effectively
• Excellent planning and organisation skills, able to adapt and respond to change, and to demonstrate ability to achieve objectives and exceed expectations
• Applicants must have a full UK driving licence

Key Responsibilities

• The Health & Safety Manager will encourage innovative ways of working and challenging existing operational practices to continually enhance and drive HSE excellence. Supporting the creation and delivery of strategic HSE activities and supporting the delivery and revision of key site documentation 
• Responsible for frontline HSE advice across the site, owning and driving a culture of safety onsite and motivating, coaching and encouraging all personnel in HSE matters
• To assist in ensuring that the business operates within its environmental permits and other permissions and that significant breaches and risks are brought to the company’s attention. Monitor and update the key schedules where specified
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual company HSE reports for Directors/Senior Management. Manage critical suppliers’ audits and internal processes to minimise HSE risk
• Defining and delivering appropriate HSE training interventions within the business to ensure employees are competent to deliver their accountabilities
• Conducting risk reviews and gap assessments to identify non-conformance and address areas of concern

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

This is an exciting opportunity, with an internationally recognised business, who are truly passionate about what they do. 

Due to further business growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Audio DSP Engineer, to join their established R&D team on a full-time basis. 

You will be an individual with excellent interpersonal skills, with a passion for the music industry and a guitar player, with proven Audio specific DSP experience.

Role Purpose – Efficient DSP programming of all digital products.

Company Benefits

• 33 days holiday
• Sick pay
• Death in service cover
• Unique, relaxed environment
• Casual dress code

Commutable From: Northampton, Wellingborough, Rugby, Kettering, Bedford, Milton Keynes

Key Responsibilities

• DSP algorithm development, implementation and optimisation
• This includes both high-level modelling (MATLAB, C/C++, VST plug-ins) and assembler level optimisation on the target platforms

Other Duties:

• Assisting in project planning, scoping and problem solving in terms of software
• Other duties within skill set but not necessarily role scope as and when (creative design input, attending meetings etc

Technical Skills and Qualifications Required

Qualified to degree level or above in a relevant subject 

Essential:-

• Excellent demonstrable Embedded C programming skills
• C++ (OOP) programming skills
• Solid understanding of fundamental DSP theory
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles
• Experience in audio signal processing
• Understanding of/experience developing VST plugins
• Passion for the music industry and a Guitar player

Desirable:-

• Several years (minimum 3) commercial experience as an Audio DSP Engineer.
• SHARC DSP experience.
• Experience using JUCE or similar for creating software GUIs
• Proficient using MATLAB
• Experience in assembler-level optimisation (preferably on ARM Cortex M/Cortex A)
• Experience in testing audio algorithms and audio processing blocks

Experience / Knowledge

• Optimisation on out-of-order architectures
• Real-world modelling of audio systems
• Audio analysis of real-world systems
• DSP development for embedded hardware
• Independent and self-reliant, being able to work without close supervision
• Working within a KPI (Key Performance Indicator) structure
• A musical background and a guitar player.