About Us
Probe UK is a leading technical engineering recruitment consultancy that specialises in all aspects of the engineering sector. From aeronautical and automotive engineering to precision engineering, manufacturing and technical designers, we have worked for clients from all spectrums of the engineering and design industry in sourcing the perfect candidates.
Founded in 1994 by two apprentice trained and qualified engineers, Probe has been built on a firm understanding of what the engineering sector looks for in a candidate. Our background in engineering is what helped launch Probe and establish it as the engineering recruitment agency it is today, standing out from our competitors. It is with our experience and insight, we are able to better assess a candidate knowledge, experience and ability, to find a potential employee that suits fits to your team and your business needs.
Based in the heart of the West Midlands, Probe has over 24 years of experience in engineering recruitment and providing the best service possible to our clients.We have developed a philosophy that focuses upon attention to detail, speed of response, added value and cost-effectiveness. Rigorous attention to these attributes has enabled us to cultivate an ever growing relationship with our clients and candidates.
This is why Clients continue to use us time & time again...
If you are interested in our services, feel free to give us a call on 0121 321 4311, for a friendly chat about the role and what you are looking for in a candidate or drop us an email on info@probejobs.co.uk
Latest Jobs
- £40 - £45
Role Function:
This laboratory test focused position designs or specifies test systems that allow operation of client’s products in a laboratory environment for engineering evaluation to optimize their product designs. This position also involves the specification, design, implementation, validation and support of test systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, instrumentation, data acquisition and control systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Obtains input and negotiates with product engineers, product validation engineers, and equipment manufacturers and delivers working test systems, processes and documentation to lab operations personnel and product engineers
- Makes decisions in the areas of appropriate technologies, equipment sourcing and quality processes that impact accuracy, reliability, operating cost, and compliance to standards and regulations.
- Applies and improves processes such as test equipment design, maintenance and calibration and tools such as measurement systems analysis, 7 step problem solving, fault tree analysis, and process hazard analysis required to support the processes and enable high quality decision making.
- Acts as a local subject matter expert on specific equipment of sub-systems, providing guidance to less experienced engineers and collaborating on with other sites to drive common processes and tools.
- Provides independent leadership of smaller business impact projects or ownership of complex components, products, systems or services with greater elements of ambiguity over the senior or lead engineer level and with full accountability to the project team.
- Delivers independent execution of established and emerging work processes and systems, while still developing technology or product knowledge. Leads the development and improvement of work processes and systems across a functional discipline area within a business unit site.
Competencies (but not limited to):
Measurement Science - Analyses measurement processes throughout the relevant traceability chain to identify and quantify sources of measurement uncertainty relevant to the appropriate applied measurement science, “Metrology” e.g. Chemical, Dimensional, Electrical, Mechanical, Optical and Radiation and Physical.
Product Function Test System Design - Interprets test equipment specifications from test standards or lab customer requirements; selects and integrates appropriate equipment, instrumentation and software to control boundary conditions and collect measurement data; assesses capability of the lab equipment against the requirements and support infrastructure.
Laboratory Equipment Safety - Evaluates hazards specific to laboratory test equipment that may result from fuels, kinetic energy, toxins, electrical or other risks in the test environment; analyses risk factors and potential impacts to personnel and property; applies appropriate techniques or safeguards to mitigate risks; collaborates with various laboratory areas to understand risks within a facility or site.
Data Quality - Identifies, understands and corrects flaws in data that supports effective information governance across operational business processes and decision making.
Qualifications and Experience:
College, University, or equivalent degree in Engineering Technology is required. Equivalent Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline area may be required for select roles.
Experience:
- Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience in a relevant discipline area is required with a demonstrated track record of technical problem solving and quality decision making.
- Knowledge of MS Office tools is preferred.
- Significant practical experience (post degree) in testing of engine emissions and measurement, equipment and process, ideally in a high-horsepower application.
- Knowledge of Combustion Performance and Emission of Diesel and Natural gas engines, Gas composition measurements system, Emissions calculations & equipment and Air flow measurements system are desirable.
- Project management skills are essential.
- Troubleshooting test cell and engine issues, driving improvements based on root cause analysis. Leading emission audits in development and production test cells.
- Providing advice on current emissions regulations and impact on existing / future products. Ensuring technical process documentation is in place to support daily testing needs for the range of emissions related measurements Assists with the transfer of emissions knowledge; coaching and mentoring less experienced engineers. Project work will focus on major test cell improvement initiatives & capital projects e.g. installing of new gas emissions equipment, PM, smoke meters, new test cell fuel system, heat exchanger upgrade, etc
Hours:
Typical 37.5 - 40 Hours per week
Monday - Thursday - 8:00am - 17:00pm, Friday - 8:00am - 15:00pm
- £28 - £35
A maternity cover contract has become available at the Darlington plant of this global engine business. An experienced Purchasing Manager is required this very intense role. Working with 4 other Purchasing Managers you will be responsible high-level purchasing management; looking at continuity of supply, price negotiations and new contract negotiations
Purchasing Manager Responsibilities:
- Analyses complex sourcing and purchasing processes in support of the delivery of cost effective and high-quality goods and services.
- Identifies qualified suppliers and execute sound selection processes.
- Maintains good working supplier relationship and understands how key purchasing principles are used toward assuring supply.
- Presents to senior purchasing/sourcing leaders with recommendations of improvement opportunities and courses of action.
- Ensures procedures and processes are followed and support is provided regarding price bench marking, vendor management, market & process analysis, and model building.
- Full understanding of compliance and is aware to situations that can pose risk to the business.
- Using a variety of analytical tools and processes (e.g. Six Sigma) to develop systems, processes.
- £28,000 - £28,000
Company:
LOGISTICS DATA ANALYST
HUYTON
PERMANENT
£28,000 + PENSION + FREE PARKING + COMPETITVE HOLIDAY DAYS + GREAT CAREER PROSPECTS
MANUFACTURING
Are you an experienced Logistics or Supply Chain Data Analyst? Background in manufacturing?
Our client is an industry leading Tier 1 client who are looking for a Logistics Data Analyst to join them as their business continues to grow.
Duties:
- You will support the Logistics Data Team in planning all inventory received and dispatched by the organization.
- In this role you will be responsible for generating reports and build tickets in relation to service requirements to satisfy the customer’s needs
- As Logistics Data Analyst you will report in to the Logistics manager and you will liaise with Purchasing, Finance and Planning
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a Supply chain or Logistics analyst role (Essential)
- Experience within a manufacturing environment, Ideally automotive
- SAP experience is preferred
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary - Circa £28k
- Competitive Pension Scheme
- Job Security at a Global Company
- Holiday Days
- Free Parking
- Great working environment
Please feel free to have a confidential chat on the details below. What are you waiting for?
- £27 - £37
SUPPLY CHAIN CO-ORDINATOR
Company:
A PRESTIGIOUS manufacturing organisation in the Staffordshire area, have an IMMEDIATE requirement for a Supply Chain Co-Ordinator.
This is an Immediate start.
If you are a Supply Chain Co-Ordinator, looking for immediate work, don’t hesitate!
Duties:
- Co-ordinate logistics activities
- Construct and publish daily/ weekly build plans
- Co-ordinate logistics for delivery to customer
- Ensure aftermarket requirements are managed
- Target 98% stock accuracy
- Co-ordinate with manufacturing
Requirements:
- MCIPS or working towards
- SAP experience
- Relevant Supply Chain experience, gained from within a manufacturing environment
- Customer interface experience
- Strong IT SKILLS
Benefits for a Supply Chain Co-Ordinator:
Salary - £27 - £37 Per Hour
Contract - 3 Month Minimum
Location - Barton Under Needwood
Environment - Manufacturing
THIS IS AN IMMEDIATE VACANCY, IMMEDIATE START
You will be joining an established manufacturing organisation, and you will be supported by a strong management team.
This is a wonderful opportunity to join continue your successful career. Send your CV ASAP.
- £35,000 - £40,000
Company
A PRESTIGIOUS manufacturing organisation in the Tamworth area are looking for an experienced PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR.
Due to continued success with new business and growth, a need for a talented Production Supervisor has arisen to support the Operations Manager.
As the PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR, you will be tasked with ensuing targets are met to hit customer requirements.
This is a high precision engineering company, with an International presence.
Duties:
- Responsibility for your team
- Ensure smooth production
- Report on warehousing, and production performance
- Managing receiving, shipping, distribution and supplies of product in your area
- Ensure production targets are met
- Pan layout and space requirements
- Monitor performance metrics
- Active involvement in continuous improvements
- Deputise for Operations Manager when required
- Train, develop and motivate your team
- Manage Overtime
Requirements:
- It is essential that you have management experience gained from within a manufacturing environment
- To have lead and manged teams
- Previous involvement with continuous improvement activities
- Strong communication skills
- Highly motivated and enthusiastic
- To have worked in a process driven environment
- The right person will be happy to take complete ownership of areas of responsibility
- Customer focused approach
- Good level of IT literacy
Benefits:
Salary - £35,000 - £40,000
Pension
Superb Prospects
Permanent
Environment - Manufacturing
Location - Tamworth
You will be joining an established manufacturing organisation, and you will be supported by a strong management team.
This is a wonderful opportunity to join continue your successful career. Send your CV ASAP.
- £45,000 - £45,000
Company:
QUALITY MANAGER
BRISTOL
PERMANENT
£45,000 + EXTENSIVE HOLIDAYS + PENSION + LIFE INSURANCE + RETAIL DISCOUNTS + INTERNAL & EXTERNAL TRAINING
MANUFACTURING
Have you got experience within the packaging industry or experience with packaging from Food or Beverage manufacturing stand point?
Have you got experience in a Quality management or Supervisory role?
Our client is a very well-known Manufacturer who supply various large retailers and brand with their high-quality product and are looking for a Quality Manager to join their organisation and make an instant impact as a valued cog in their business.
Duties:
- As Quality manager you will be responsible for the management of Quality and Continuous Improvement projects
- You will be responsible for the preparation for internal, customer, or 3rd party audits
- Responsible for overseeing the Quality of goods being produced and finished, before being sent out to Customers
- You will be responsible for collation and analysis of data for Continuous improvement.
- As Quality manager you will manage Customer Complaints, to include inputting information on the relevant database and managing the process of replying to the customer with a satisfactory outcome that both suits the company and the Customer.
Requirements:
- As Quality manager you will have working knowledge of ISO standards or Food/Beverage Manufacturing Standards
- You will need experience with packaging - preferably cartons
- You will have good experience in continuous improvement - preferably qualified to six sigma green belt or higher
- Experience within a modern fast paced manufacturing environment is essential
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary - Circa £45k
- Competitive holidays
- Competitive Pension
- Life Insurance
- Free Parking
- Great working environment
- Great discounts for high street retailers
- Internal and external training offered
Please feel free to have a confidential chat on the details below. What are you waiting for?
Who We Are
Probe UK is a leading technical engineering recruitment consultancy that specialises in all aspects of the engineering sector. From aeronautical and automotive engineering to precision engineering, manufacturing and technical designers, we have worked for clients from all spectrums of the engineering and design industry in sourcing the perfect candidates.
Testimonials
Probe provided me with valuable assistance and advice when I was searching for a new role. It was a pleasure working with them, I cannot recommend them highly enough. I found their approach honest, reliable and he totally understood what I was looking for, something which isn't always the case with recruiters. I would not hesitate to contact Probe in the future if my circumstances changed
Jason
Design Engineer
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