Manufacturing & Production

Our Manufacturing Division consists of experienced consultants who have over ten years experience in recruiting Technical staff within the Manufacturing and Production sectors.

Manufacturing is the transformation of raw materials into finished goods, or intermediate processes involving the production or finishing of semi-manufactures, with such a large process involved, we are specialised to recruit for the whole spectrum. Therefore candidates such as Operatives, Toolmakers, Weld Engineers, Production Engineers, Commodity and Raw Materials Purchasing, Team Leaders, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Directors are finding employment through Probe on a daily basis.

  • Continuous Improvements
  • Six Sigma
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • JIT
  • CNC
  • Health & Safety
  • Cost Reduction
  • Waste Management
  • Toolmaking
  • Production Control

If you would like a confidential discussion surrounding strategic hiring for your organisation or your own career path we would be delighted to hear from you to determine how our services can assist you in finding the right solution so please call us on  0121 321 4311

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The Company

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Continuous Improvement Engineer to join an established, world renown iconic British manufacturer, a trusted name in quality, innovation, and tradition. 

As an employer, it blends deep-rooted values with forward-thinking design and engineering — offering a workplace where craftsmanship, creativity, and pride in product truly matter. 

Employees become part of a legacy that continues to shape the industry. For those who want to work with purpose, in a business respected worldwide for its authenticity and excellence, this is more than a job — it’s a place to grow, contribute, and be proud of what you help build.

Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary, Hours and Benefits

  • £43,000 dependant on experience
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Life Assurance & company sick pay
  • Company discounts
  • Supportive and collaborative culture
  • Opportunities for development

Commutable From: Coventry, Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, Redditch, Daventry, Rugby

Role Function 

The Continuous Improvement Engineer will play a key part in improving and maintaining the company manufacturing processes, making them safer, more efficient, and consistent. Whether it’s rolling out new systems, supporting product launches, or driving continuous improvement, you’ll be the go-to person for process excellence.

Candidate Requirements

  • Proven experience in a Continuous Improvement Engineer role or similar
  • Experience within a pressing, sheet metal or fabrication environment would be advantageous
  • Engineering degree or equivalent experience
  • Can-do attitude, flexibility and adaptability
  • Solid understanding of Lean tools and ISO 9001 quality standards
  • Confident using CAD and reading technical drawings
  • IT proficiency
  • Strong planning, problem solving and communication skills
  • Self-motivated, organised, driven and capable of managing multiple projects

Responsibilities

  • The Continuous Improvement Engineer will maintain and improve safe, efficient production processes
  • Spot and reduce workplace risks, supporting a culture of H&S
  • Lead and support improvement projects to minimise waste, boost output and improve delivery performance
  • Use lean tools to solve problems and increase efficiency
  • Create new layouts, workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Support and evaluate process and design changes
  • Help bring new products into production
  • Improve quality control and process consistency
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
 

PRESS SETTER

We are offering a super opportunity for a PRESS SETTER

Are you the kind of person who hears a press machine whir to life and feels a sense of satisfaction? Can you read technical drawings like others read the morning paper? If you're nodding along, we’d love to meet you.

We're on the hunt for a skilled Press Setter to join our hardworking (and occasionally coffee-fueled) team. If you're mechanically minded, love precision, and don't mind a bit of oil on your hands, you're our kind of person.

NO SPONSERSHIP CAN BE OFFERED – MUST HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Commutable from Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, West Bromwich, Coleshill, Solihull, Shirley, Tamworth, Lichfield, Aston, Castle Bromwich, Aldridge and Hall Green

KEY BENEFITS

  • Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
  • Days’ role 
  • Very early Friday finish
  • Overtime Paid
  • Super friendly team
  • Busy, solid stable manufacturing organisation
  • Supportive, friendly team
  • Unique manufacturing environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Setting up and operating mechanical and/or hydraulic presses like a pro
  • Swapping out tools with the grace and speed of a pit crew
  • Reading technical drawings – no, it’s not a secret language, but it helps if it feels like one
  • Tweaking, adjusting, and fine-tuning until everything’s just right
  • Performing checks and routine maintenance (bonus points if you can do it without losing a single bolt)
  • Working alongside QA to make sure the final product is more "Wow!" than "Whoops!"
  • Keeping safety in mind – because bandages are out of budget!

REQUIREMENTS

  • Previous experience setting presses 
  • Confidence working with various press types
  • Strong attention to detail – eagle-eyed folks, please apply
  • Basic mechanical wizardry and problem-solving prowess
  • Ability to work shifts and not turn into a zombie
  • A team player who can also laugh at a bad pun (or at least pretend to)

If you would like to be part of a growing success story, where there are unrivalled career prospects for you with genuinely exciting products, send your CV NOW!

 

Company

With a reputation built on precision, innovation, and long-term client partnerships, this UK-based organisation delivers tailored solutions that consistently exceed expectations. Founded over four decades ago, it has grown from a regional specialist into a nationally recognised force, respected for its technical expertise and ability to tackle complex challenges with confidence. Combining cutting-edge technology with in-house manufacturing and a strong commitment to sustainability, it supports some of the country’s most demanding construction environments. Its proven track record, deep-rooted knowledge, and collaborative approach have earned it a leading position in its field, trusted by major developers, contractors, and repeat clients across the UK.


Piling Design & Estimating Engineer Salary, Hours and Benefits

  • Salary to be discussed at application stage
  • 41.5 hours per week 
  • Potential for hybrid working
  • Company sick pay
  • Bupa Dental Insurance
  • Healthcare
  • Christmas shutdown. 
  • Life assurance, 4x annual salary

Commutable From: Birmingham, Coventry, Tamworth, Burton Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Leicester


Piling Design & Estimating Engineer Role Overview / Candidate Requirements

  • The Piling Design & Estimating Engineer will hold a relevant engineering degree and MSc or bias towards Geology/Geotechnics preferred.
  • This role is pivotal - it provides much diversity, providing support to the design & estimating elements of the piling, foundations and ground improvement techniques, ensuring compliance with the company management system and business strategy.
  • The successful candidate will have significant design experience and be competent designing bearing piles, tension piles laterally loaded piles and retaining walls. Design includes both tender and contract design and site redesign as required. 
  • Having a degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or another relevant subject will be the minimum required, with an MSc and Chartered Engineer status being preferable.
  • The individual will assist in the management of incoming piling enquiries, including assessment of opportunities and allocation of tenders/designs and includes estimating, tendering and client interaction / negotiation to the point where orders are secured, and provide ongoing support throughout the life of a project if required.
  • The person in this role will also act as a mentor to the junior members of the team and help with their training and development. There will be some work providing support dealing with site issues as and when these arise. This includes contract redesigns, rectification of design issues and liaising with external approving authorities and Engineers if required.


Piling Design & Estimating Engineer Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

  • The Piling Design & Estimating Engineer will assess suitability of incoming enquiries for tendering.
  • Ensure that all estimates are prepared in line with Work Instruction Documents.
  • Review the contract documents and determine the most appropriate technical and commercial piling solution.
  • Undertake estimating activities, ensuring that estimates are delivered in such a manner that maximises the potential to obtain the order.
  • Submit tenders by required tender dates and input / update Salesforce - Chase up submitted tenders.
  • Prepare and submit formal design packages for live projects.
  • Maintain design responsibility for piling changes that occur post order receipt.
 

Electro Plating Technician Required

Are you an Electro Plating Technician who is looking to step up their career to Technician level, this could be just the job for you! This is a unique working environment, with lots of new investment going into this facility.

Producing components for a variety of different industry sectors, this lends a huge amount of stability to this business.

Working Days, with always a lunchtime finish on Fridays, this is a great opportunity for an experienced Electro Plater, to join a friendly, supportive team.  You may either experienced with Electroplating, or Nitriding will also be considered.

You will be reporting to the Production Manager and you will be given responsibility for the operation of the Tin Plating Line process. Ensuring full compliance with Health and Safety, with strong attention to detail, this is a super opportunity.

Our location is conveniently commutable from Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Oldbury, Walsall, Solihull, Aston, Solihull, Chelmsley Woods, Coventry, Atherstone, Lichfield, Minworth, Castle Vale and Yardley.

Key Benefits for Electro Plating Technician

  • Salary: £29,500
  • Days
  • Early Friday finish
  • Lunchtime finish on Fridays
  • Superb on-site canteen facilities and Family Days
  • Life assurance
  • 25 days of holiday
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Pristine and modern working environment
  • Market leader with more continued growth predicted

Responsibilities of Electro Plating Technician

  • Responsibility for operating of the Tin Plating Line process
  • Ensure the process produces the highest quality product
  • Trouble shoot new plating techniques and drive process performance improvements
  • Analyse of production data and engineering runs
  • Optimise the plating process
  • Quality checks by use of Xray machines, Pero washing
  • Operating and programming furnaces
  • 5S
  • Loading and unloading furnaces
  • Establish process controls
  • Cost and scrap reduction

Requirements for Electro Plating Technician

  • Experience of electroplating in a production environment
  • Nitriding experience readily consdidered
  • Previous experience of setting  up and sustaining electrochemistry equipment
  • Experience  of trouble shoot new plating techniques and driving process performance improvements
  • Handson knowledge of chemical development and electrochemical processes
  • FLT licence – Counter Balance would be beneficial
  • Previous experience of measuring equipment and chemicals
  • IT Literate
  • This would suit someone who enjoys being part of a team, with strong communication skills
 

Environmental Officer Required

The role of an Environmental Officer is crucial in maintaining and improving these standards within the manufacturing organization. As the Environmental Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing and implementing various processes, protocols, with a strong emphasis on Environmental management systems.

In a dynamic and innovative manufacturing environment, there may be unique challenges and opportunities for continuous improvement. The Environmental Officer would be involved in identifying potential risks, analysing incidents, conducting audits, and implementing corrective actions to enhance safety measures and maintain quality standards.

We take pride in being a one-of-a-kind manufacturing organisation, pushing boundaries in innovation and producing cutting-edge products that make a difference in people's lives. As we continue to expand and grow, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Environmental Officer to play a crucial role in maintaining our commitment to excellence.

Benefits

  • £38,000 - £40,000
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development within a forward-thinking organization.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment that values your ideas and contributions.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
  • Modern and well-equipped facilities, fostering a conducive work environment.
  • Be part of a team that creates groundbreaking products that impact lives positively
  • Flexi-working hours
  • Recent large investment
  • Vast customer base
  • Very friendly organisation
  • Really nice staff canteen!

Duties of Environmental Officer

  • Develop, implement, and maintain our Environmental management systems to uphold compliance with industry regulations and standards.
  • Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify potential hazards, risks, and non-conformities, and proactively develop corrective action plans.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a strong safety culture, ensuring all employees are well-trained and equipped to work safely.
  • Implementation and Maintenance of ISO 14001 and BS:OHSAS 45001- Occupational Heath, Safety Management System
  • Analyse and evaluate incidents and accidents
  • Drive initiatives to reduce waste, energy consumption, and environmental impact, championing sustainability efforts 
  • Liaise with regulatory bodies and external stakeholders 

Requirements for Environmental Officer

  • Experience in an Environmental role, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
  • Or a HSE professional, looking to take on the Environmental duties
  • Knowledge of QHSE regulations, standards, and best practices.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to gather, interpret, and present data effectively.
  • Enthusiasm for innovation and a continuous improvement mindset
 

Electro Plater Required

Are you an Electro Plater, looking for a really pleasant working environment to be part of? This is a unique working environment, with lots of new investment going into this facility.
Producing components for a variety of different industry sectors, this lends a huge amount of stability to this business.

Working Days, with always a lunchtime finish on Fridays, this is a great opportunity for an experienced Electro Plater, to join a friendly, supportive team.  You may either experienced with Electroplating, or Nitriding will also be considered.

You will be reporting in the Production Manager and you will be given responsibility for the operation of the Tin Plating Line process. Ensuring full compliance with Health and Safety, with strong attention to detail, this is a super opportunity.

Our location is conveniently commutable from Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Oldbury, Walsall, Solihull, Aston, Solihull, Chelmsley Woods, Coventry, Atherstone, Lichfield, Minworth, Castle Vale and Yardley

Key Benefits for Electro Plater

  • Salary: £29,000 - £34,000
  • Double Day shifts
  • Early Friday finish
  • Lunchtime finish on Fridays
  • Company contributory pension
  • Family Days
  • Superb on-site canteen facilities
  • Life assurance
  • 25 days of holiday
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Pristine and modern working environment
  • Market leader with more continued growth predicted

Responsibilities of Electro Plater

  • Responsibility for operating of the Tin Plating Line process
  • Health and Safety compliance
  • Ensure the process produces the highest quality product
  • Analyse of production data and engineering runs
  • Optimise the plating process
  • Quality checks by use of Xray machines, Pero washing
  • Operating and programming furnaces
  • 5S
  • Loading and unloading furnaces
  • Establish process controls
  • Cost and scrap reduction

Requirements for Electro Plater

  • Experience of electroplating in a production environment
  • Nitriding experience readily consdidered
  • Previous experience of setting  up and sustaining electrochemistry equipment
  • Knowledge of metrology methos
  • Handson knowledge of chemical development and electrochemical processes
  • FLT licence – Counter Balance would be beneficial
  • Previous experience of measuring equipment and chemicals
  • IT Literate
  • This would suit someone who enjoys being part of a team, with strong communication skills
  • A positive “can-do” attitude