Company:

This is an opportunity to join a leading Manufacturing company within Hereford to undertake breakdown and preventative maintenance on plant machinery in this Heavy Industry production facility based in Hereford.

In Return:

• The salary package including shift allowance is up to £40,000 per annum depending on the shift pattern.
• In addition, there is 5% pension, up to 5 weeks holiday + Bank Holidays and company bonus.
• Based in Hereford, this position is commutable from Worcester, Gloucester and surrounding areas.

Role:

• As a Maintenance Engineer you will be joining a large Engineering team responsible for maintaining and improving all aspects of the equipment and plant on site in this Heavy Industry manufacturing environment.
• Working in a team there are opportunities to work either Days, 3 x shifts, or a Continental shift pattern of alternating Days and Nights 12 hours shifts on a 4on / 4off shift rota.

Requirements:

• To be successful in the role of Maintenance Engineer you will need to hold a recognised Engineering Qualification and will ideally be Apprentice trained. We are seeking Electrical, Mechanical and Multiskilled Engineers for this team
• You will need to have previous experience of supporting machinery in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Electrically you will need to have a good knowledge of AC motors, inverters + drives, and hold fault finding abilities on PLC controls.
• Mechanically you will need to have strong experience with Hydraulics in a Heavy Industry environment.

I would be keen to hear from Maintenance Electricians, Mechanical Engineers, Multiskilled Engineers, or Maintenance Technicians who have experience of supporting plant machinery within an Industrial environment.

If you are interested in knowing more, please send your CV ASAP.

PRODUCT DESIGN ENGINEER - CONSUMER PRODUCTS

Introduction:

We are working with an organisation that require a Design Engineer to strengthen their R&D Team and assist with current and future generation New Product Development projects.

The position will be based in the North Birmingham area and will join a small existing team of designers and assist with the creation of products that comprise of a myriad of processes and materials including electro-mechanical, plastics mouldings, metal structures / enclosures and fabrications.

This position will see a product life cycle through the complete process from creation to product launch and all the product testing, material selection and compliance procedures along the way.

Benefits:

• Salary : £35,000
• Pension

Requirements of a Product Design Engineer:

• The right applicant will have already gained exposure of working in a Design for Manufacturing environment where prototype builds, design concessions and quality considerations are part of everyday projects.  
• Good 3D CAD experience is essential (Ideally SolidWorks) with a working knowledge of plastics and light weight metal materials. A good understanding of Design for Manufacture / Assembly is also a strong desire of the client for this role.
• The position will offer a suitable applicant the opportunity to develop and create products that quickly go to market and also be part of an NPD Programme that is focused on delivering a range of products on a regular basis with short lead times.
• Good general mechanical engineering skills are also a must, along with the ability to communicate and project manage effectively with peers, internal departments and external suppliers.

Skills of a Product Design Engineer:

• HNC/HND or above in an Engineering Discipline
• 3 Years+ 3D CAD experience within a Design for Manufacture environment, assembly, part creation and creating drawings
• Good exposure of Welded frames, Turned parts, CNC machined parts, Mould tool principles applied to GRP, Injection moulding techniques, Fabrication
• Good Exposure of Designing products to meet Quality and Industry Standards
• Material Selection and Bill of Materials experience
• Good Project Engineering skills and knowledge of associated tools and software e.g. MS Word & Excel
• Some good Creative Design Skills
• Good ability to do detail drawings to Design Standards with Tolerance considerations.

This role will suit an engineer who is looking to get into a complete product life cycle project environment, with ownership and responsibility to deliver a programme on time and within short lead times.

TOOLMAKER

PERMANENT

MANUFACTURING

Company:

A PRESTIGIOUS manufacturing organisation in the Birmingham area are looking for an experienced TOOLMAKER.

As a Toolmaker, you will be joining a fast-paced, well respected Manufacturing organisation.  Under the guidance of the Toolroom Manager, you will be conducting tooling repairs in order to meet production needs.

If you are a Toolmaker, hoping to join an established, busy organisation, with plenty of new orders, this could be the answer to your prayers.

Benefits for a Toolmaker:

• Salary : £14.75 Per Hour
• Shift Allowance
• Pension
• Paid Overtime
• Well Established Friendly Organisation

Duties of a Toolmaker:

• Conduct preventative maintenance on exiting tooling
• Attend breakdowns
• Complete Tool reports for refurbishment and improvement plans
• Repairs to jigs and fixtures
• Tooling modifications and refurbishments
• Happy to work Double Day shifts - Monday to Friday

Requirements for a Toolmaker:

• Ideally, you will be Apprentice trained, but this is not essential
• Happy to be flexible to work Double day shifts and Overtime when necessary
• Relevant Toolmaking experience, preferably pressings
• Refurbishment and breakdown exposure
• A friendly disposition, you will be joining a friendly team

This is a wonderful opportunity to join continue your successful career. Send your CV ASAP.

Company:

This is a fantastic opportunity for the Quality Engineer to join a sizeable organisation who pride themselves with their technical excellence and outstanding customer service.  This company is committed and are growing from strength to strength.  They are in need of a strong, Quality Engineer to help steer this and continue the improvement and processes to deliver outstanding results.

Are you a strong and driven Quality Engineer looking to take on a new position and challenge within a high pressured environment??

Are you able to work in a fast paced environment??

Are you passionate and driven??

Then this is the position for you!

Benefits:

• Pension
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Monday - Thursday 8am - 4.30pm and 8am - 2pm Friday

Duties:

The Quality Engineer’s Responsibilities are to:

• Lead warranty and service problem solving
• Audit current pass production processes and new processes before SOP to detect non conformances
• Support project development (Process FMEAs, Control Plans, Quality Instructions etc)
• Maintain process control, identify process weaknesses and necessities
• Support production in problem solving, confirm counter measure action robustness
• Lead customer quality improvement teams
• Lead of customer concern reports (8D or customer format)
• Lead practical problem solving

Requirements:

The Quality Engineer will have:

• Experience within a fast paced, high-pressured environment
• A recognised engineering or equivalent qualification
• Experience working in teams and using own initiative
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

This is an exciting position for the ideal candidate to thrive and be a part of the continued develop the growth of the business as well their career. The Quality Engineer will hit the ground running and be a part of the innovative organisation, growing year on year within this industry.

This role is commutable from Walsall, Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Cannock, Stafford, Lichfield, Burntwood, and surrounding areas.

To apply for this position or to discuss any further please send your CV complete with a cover letter ASAP.

Are you an experienced PLC Programmer / Software Engineer looking for a challenge? An exciting opportunity has arisen at a leading World Class Manufacturer that is expanding and opening a new facility. The large family owned business with greater than 120 employees and low staff turnover, is looking for a Software Engineer to create and design control & diagnostic programmes to ensure efficiency and unrivalled control capabilities.

The Software Engineer will be working in a continuously evolving environment and should be experienced with PLC software, HMI design and programming, SCADA and remote networks.

If you are looking to work in an environment where every employee is valued, appreciated and nourished then apply today.

Benefits for the Software Engineer:

• Salary: up to £45,000 Dependent on Experience
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Company expensed Vehicle
• Company pension with generous company contribution
• On-site parking
• Laptop & mobile phone
• On site canteen
• Social Enterprise Culture

Skills Required:

• Experience in PLC software
• HMI design and programming
• Experienced with SCADA
• Experienced in remote networks
• Safety PLC Design
• Safety PLC Software
• SQL database set up and activation

If you a proven Logistics / Operations Manager with evidence of process improvement, implementation of Lean Inventory Management practices within stores and WIP, with strong knowledge of; ERP systems, internal audits, man and Project Management then please continue reading.

A diverse, varied and interesting role has become available at a continually growing, progressive company that operates across multiple sectors including, Defence, Retail, Commercial and Education. With a growing customer base, the Company is continually looking to exceed Customer expectations whilst doing this both more effectively and more efficiently and require an experienced Logistics Manager to come on board and Transform the Logistics function. 

Benefits for the Logistics Manager:

• Negotiable Salary
• 8:30am – 5:00pm, Monday to Thursday, 3:45pm finish on Friday
• Free on-site parking
• Free Beverages
• Medical cover

Roles & Responsibilities for the Logistics Manager:

• Utilising the IFS ERP system to achieve accurate Inventory Records
• To support the implementation of MRP systems and Kanban/Lean methodologies into the wider business
• Maintain internal audit schemes / uphold H&S to ensure compliance with OHSAS and ISO (9001/14001/18001)
• Create a short/long term plan for storage requirements for multiple sites
• Manage workload and suggest recommendations for employment requirements based on labour and workload
• Improve profitability / costs by minimising stock loss and wastage throughout stores and distribution
• Implement Lean methodologies, 5s and continuous Improvement in stores and WIP
• Co-ordinate and determine delivery of materials to various sites including planning of material requirements and returns
• Provide monthly metrics reports to Procurement
• Work in conjunction with Production to ensure storage and material flow based on customer requirements and production levels
• Review obsolete and damaged stock, suggest improvements and report the financial impact

Skills Required by a Logistics Manager:

• Experience with People Management
• Experience in a fast paced multi SKU stores
• Mid- Senior Management experience in multi-site Manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of and experienced with implementation of Lean Processes
• Proven reduction in costs
• Change Management Experience
• Competent with IFS or SAP
• A member of CiLT or working toward CiLT Membership would be preferred but not essential

Commutable from Mansfield, Worksop, Nottingham, Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, Grantham, Newark on Trent, Lincoln, Sleaford

If you are Enthusiastic, Driven, looking for challenge in an Environment where you have the autonomy to create change. Apply today by sending your CV ASAP.

Introduction:

Are you an experienced Industrial Engineer looking for a new challenge within a highly modern, customer driven, reputable, technical organisation??

Enjoy a Challenge????

Enjoy evolving processes and bringing new concepts to fruition???

This is the position for you!!!

Company:

Set in the heart of the country-side, this is an innovative, customer orientated organisation who pride themselves in their excellence and customer experience. They are an engineer – led business who are continually expanding and evolving in their industry and marketplace. They believe in their product so strongly they use it throughout their business, strengthening customer satisfaction. Due to their continual expansion, they are seeking a specialist Process Engineer to join their Specialist Engineering department.

Benefits:

• Private Healthcare
• 2 x yearly Bonuses
• Private Health Insurance
• 38.5 hours per week
• Flexitime
• Monday – Friday Days
• Holidays
• Pension
• Onsite car parking

Duties:

The Industrial Engineer will be responsible for supporting customers within the industry to develop new applications as well as:

• Lead new product introductions, including device initial installation and configuration etc
• Investigate and evaluate new print applications from concept development to final production and implementation stage
• Provide training and mentoring to operators
• Project planning and coordination of key activities

Skills & Experience:

The successful Industrial Engineer will have:

• A degree in an engineering discipline
• 3years industry experience
• Experience in project and programme management
• Experience being customer facing and managing high pressure demands

I would be keen to speak with candidates who have experience as a Process Engineer, Product Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, Specialist Engineer, Industrial Engineer or similar positions.

The culture of the business is important, and they certainly pride themselves in their investment to their employees, their welfare and how they can continually improve to be the irresistible organisation in which they are striving for.

This role is commutable from Telford, Wolverhampton, Stafford, Shropshire, Walsall, Cannock Shrewsbury or surrounding areas.

For an informal chat or to apply for this position or to discuss any further please send your CV complete with a cover letter ASAP.

Introduction:

Probe Technical Recruitment is currently recruiting for an Electrical Panel Wireman to join a unique Manufacturer on a day shift with hours of work 7.30am – 4pm. As a Panel Wireman you will need to hold strong practical skills as you will be responsible for efficient and accurate wiring of control panels and fixtures, including point-to-point wiring and cable

Benefits:

• Along with a salary of £26,364, the role of Panel Wireman offers an excellent pension scheme, private health scheme, overtime rates paid at time and a half and 33 days holiday.  

Duties of Panel Wireman:

• Panel Wiring to Schematic diagrams
• Lay out electrical components to the design wiring diagrams.
• Responsible for the quality control of work. Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs).
• Complete daily production logs. (Time sheets)
• Cable preparation, routing, ire preparation, crimping and soldering for point-to-point wiring and cable assemblies

You must have experience within a manufacturing environment, this role will also involve working at heights and in confined spaces.

Introduction:

Probe Technical Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter / Assembler to join a unique Manufacturer on a day shift with hours of work 7.30am – 4pm. As an Assembler / Fitter you will report to the Team Leader and be responsible for achieving immediate and short-term objectives laid down by the Production Manager, such as output, quality, waste, yield, safety.

Benefits for a Mechanical Fitter:

• Along with an hourly rate of £10.50, the role of Mechanical Fitter offers an excellent pension scheme, private health scheme, overtime rates paid at time and a half and 33 days holiday.  

Duties of a Mechanical Fitter:

• Mechanical and / or electrical assembly work.
• Responsible for quality control. Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs).
• Operating steel worker and copper punching and bending machinery once suitably trained.
• Operate forklift to maintain raw material supply for the production line. (If qualified).
• Turn off and lock out equipment when not in use.
• Liaising with the Production Manager to maintain department production, quality and ISO9000 standards.

Requirements of a Mechanical Fitter:

• Assist in repair and maintenance work (if qualified).
• Provide on-the-job training to new employees.
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.
• Manual dexterity required for operating machinery
• Will involve work in confined spaces and at a height

Introduction:

Probe Technical Recruitment is currently recruiting for a HVAC Engineer (Mechanical Technician – Facilities) to join a state-of-the-art Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standard facility within the process industry. This is an exciting phase in the growth of the UK facility and the ongoing expansion and investment will provide the opportunity to influence and improve operations. This is a hands-on role, maintaining specialist equipment and utilities that support the plant.     

Benefits:

• Along with a competitive salary of £37,000, the role requires you to workdays 8-4.30 and offers an excellent pension scheme of up to 10%, life assurance, private medical care and income protection.

Duties of HVAC Engineer:

• Efficiently conduct corrective and routine mechanical maintenance activities including work generated on work requisition (non-urgent work jobs required by others on site) to meet service level agreements.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns.
• Ensure that maintenance schedules are kept up to date and that work is carried out in a timely manner.
• Work on small projects where required, including design / installation & commissioning or minor system (new or alterations).
• Raise orders for supplies as required.

Requirements of HVAC Engineer:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Qualified journeyman in appropriate Engineering/Mechanical discipline
• City & Guilds accredited.
• 4 years’ experience as multi mechanical apprenticeship.
• Knowledge of production processes, fault diagnosis and repair, plumbing and pipework, Boiler operations (gas), heating systems, HVAC, Pumps and valves, Use of Building Management System, Water systems covering compliance with L8 Regulations on cooling towers, R/O and softening plant plus trade effluent.

The role of HVAC Engineer is commutable from Hertford, Hatfield, Harlow and Cheshunt

Introduction:

APPLICATION ENGINEER - CAPITAL EQUIPMENT 

A long standing organisation that have a proud history of supplying Capital Equipment and System Design, are now seeking an Application Engineer to support new customers enquiries and to quantify and qualify new and existing customers requirements, to ensure all parties are aligned and in agreement to continue and complete 360 Degree Turnkey Projects in the successful delivery and installation of Capital Equipment.

Benefits for an Application Engineer:

• The company will offer a good salary package and benefits and the real opportunity to develop a secure career quickly as part of a small team.

Based within a Midlands UK Sales / Application Team, the position will carry out the following duties.

Key Duties of an Application Engineer:

• Work with own Business Field Managers to develop and maintain a business development strategy for process applications in the UK / ROI.
• Arrange and attend visits to potential customers.
• Determine the best solution from the company product portfolio to solve the customer’s process requirements.
• Prepare technical specifications and quotations with internal application experts for process solutions.
• Present and explain the developed solutions to customer engineers, and management.
• Work alongside the Projects team to provide turnkey solutions for customers.
• Focus on the customer journey.
• Arrange and attend customer tests at the Labs.
• Attend workshops and exhibitions.
• Visit other divisions overseas as required.
• Maintain relationships with existing customer base.
• Update sales team on news and developments from the assigned Business Fields.
• Assist with Marketing strategies and campaigns as required.
• Work alongside the Internal Sales Team to secure new business and develop progressive sales objectives.

The right person will need to be capable of operating as an individual, taking responsibility for the correct execution of duties in a timely manner, managing their work schedule, and prioritising their work to meet the dynamic nature of the business needs.  Team skills are also vital, with transparency and exceptional interdepartmental communication skills. The candidate must also be able to demonstrate an experienced background in capital equipment, application and sales with an excellent knowledge of processes and applications in the field of food, confectionery or cosmetics process / manufacturing.

The role will best suit proactive individuals who are keen to develop a market presence for a leading machinery supplier into a new sector with proven growth potential.

Skills Required of an Application Engineer:

• Good command of Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent communication, written, spoken in person and telephone.
• Background in process engineering / equipment for food and or personal care industries.
• Some exposure or knowledge of CAD and P&ID Drawings
• Although the role will be mainly office based, the role will also require frequent travel to customer sites, so a flexible approach is essential.

Company:

This is an opportunity to join a leading Manufacturing company within their Maintenance team working 4on / 4off shift rota as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer.

You will be undertaking breakdown and preventative maintenance on plant machinery in this fast paced, high volume production facility based just outside of Kidderminster.

In Return:

• The salary package including shift allowance is £39,372 per annum.
• In addition, there is significant opportunity for Overtime.

Role:

• In this Electrical Maintenance Engineer role, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving all aspects of the equipment and plant on site in a fast paced manufacturing environment at a major manufacturing site.
• Working in a team you will be covering a Continental shift pattern of alternating Days and Nights 12 hours shifts on a 4on / 4off shift rota.

Requirements:

• To be successful in the role of Electrical Maintenance Engineer you will need to hold a recognised Electrical Engineering Qualification and will ideally be Apprentice trained.
• You will also need to have previous experience of supporting machinery in a manufacturing or production environment, have a good knowledge of AC motors, inverters + drives, and hold fault finding abilities on Siemens S7 PLC controls.

I would be keen to hear from Maintenance Electricians, Multiskilled Engineers, or Maintenance Technicians who have experience of supporting plant machinery and have strong Electrical skills.

In this role you will be joining a market leading company and will be paid on a weekly basis.

This position is commutable from Kidderminster, Worcester, Redditch, South Birmingham and surrounding areas.

If you are interested in knowing more, please send your CV ASAP.