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 Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer to join a well-established company, with nearly 60 years of experience. The business is a growing company, who design and manufacture specialist handling equipment, across many different sectors. 

The role will be primarily office based, however it may involve some travel to suppliers and customers as required.

The main function will be to design and modify materials handling machinery. Collaborate on new product development and implement value engineering and DFM principles to enhance production efficiency.

Design Engineer Package and Benefits

  • Salary £30,000 - £40,000, dependant on experience 
  • Hours 8:30am – 5:00pm, 4pm finish on Friday’s (flexi-hours are available)
  • 30 days holiday, increasing to 33 days with service
  • 4x salary – Death in service

Commutable From: Boston, Peterborough, Stamford, Bourne, Wisbech, Grantham, Melton Mowbray

Person Specification

  • The Design Engineer should have significant demonstrated experience in an engineering and manufacturing environment – preferably with engineered metal fabricated equipment.
  • The highest levels of quality standard are needed and required for this role. The Design Engineer will be expected to help implement changes leading from internal quality issues or engineering changes. 
  • Experience in utilising appropriate lean methodologies in variability of specifications.
  • Be able to maintain accountability for the accuracy of the system information relating to the Bill of materials for every part assembly and contract job.
  • Be proficient in Microsoft office products - Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint
  • Have experience in Autodesk Inventor (or similar) 3D CAD, AutoCAD.2D CAD & Vault.
  • Be able to liaise with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

  • The Design Engineer will design core machinery using 3D CAD (Autodesk Inventor or similar).
  • Designs/modifications to standard machinery to suit the clients particular site requirements and/or engineering changes as required.
  • Creation of bills of materials for entry into the company’s ERP system.
  • Working with sales and development engineers to create new products from initial concept through to full production units.
  • Value engineering of current designs. Use of DFM best practices to meet the needs of the production facility.
  • Working with the production operatives to increase production efficiency through better machine design and the design of jigs and fixtures.
  • Enhancing the customer satisfaction levels to be the major focus. Be forward thinking and raise new ideas and working methods to increase the departments throughout.
 

We’re working with a market-leading manufacturer and supply chain partner specializing in reusable plastic container systems — a growing segment at the heart of sustainable logistics and circular economy initiatives.

The company operates across the UK and international markets, supplying reusable packaging solutions to some of the world’s most recognizable retailers and food producers. It combines innovative product design with a strong operational footprint and a commitment to reducing single-use packaging waste.

Toolmaker Hours, Pay and Benefits

  • Salary £40,000 (including shift allowance)
  • Working hours. There are two options: 10:00am – 6:00pm Monday to Friday or 2:00pm -10:00pm Monday to Friday
  • 25 days holiday, plus statutory
  • Sick pay based on length of service, up to 24 weeks

Toolmaker Role Purpose 

The Toolmaker will repair and service the moulding machine tools, and related equipment, in a timely and efficient manner.

Commutable From: Leicester, Corby, Peterborough, and Grantham. 

Candidate Requirements

  • Time served toolmaker – for insurance purposes, Apprenticeship / Qualifications have to be from the UK
  • Proven Injection Mould / Plastics experience. 
  • Electrical experience is an advantage but not a necessity.
  • Experienced in the operation of toolmaking equipment, eg grinders, lathes, machining.
  • CNC Machining centre experience an advantage.
  • A base understanding on pneumatics and hydraulics.
  • Ability to understand technical drawings.
  • Computer literate.

Toolmaker Key Responsibilities

  • Build, repair and maintain tooling
  • Work to fine tolerances
  • Prove tooling and troubleshoot until running acceptably - target to enable the tools to run "right first-time" in a production environment
  • Able to understand technical drawings
  • Liaise with operational staff to understand tooling related issues
  • Maintenance of machinery on site
  • General tool making tasks
  • To be flexible in a “breakdown” scenario
 

Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician – £50,000 + Premium Overtime | Days Only | Career Progression | Stable Role in a High Tech Manufacturing Plant

Location: Easily commutable from Coventry, Rugby, Hinckley, Leamington Spa, Kenilworth, Bedworth & Dunchurch
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Paid Overtime (Premium Rates) + Excellent Benefits
Shifts: Days Only – Enjoy Work-Life Balance!

Are you a timeserved Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician looking for a secure, long-term role in a clean, modern, and highly automated production environment?

We are expanding our low turnover, stable maintenance team and are actively seeking a reliable, experienced Multi Skilled Engineer to help support our state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment.

What’s in it for you?

  • £50,000 Annual Salary
  • Day Shift Only – No Nights!
  • Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
  • Tax Efficient Company Car Option
  • Enhanced Company Pension Scheme – Above industry average
  • Enhanced Company Funded Sick Pay
  • GENUINE Training & Career Development
  • Work in a Modern, Clean, Automated Plant
  • Free Onsite Parking

Key Responsibilities:

As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll carry out both reactive and planned maintenance on advanced machinery across the site. This includes supporting electrical and mechanical systems in a high volume, automated production environment.

You will:

  • Troubleshoot breakdowns and resolve faults efficiently
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and equipment reliability
  • Work on Plc controlled systems (diagnostics experience essential)
  • What You’ll Need:
  • Apprentice trained with City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
  • Strong electrical & mechanical fault finding experience
  • Proven background in manufacturing, engineering, FMCG or production environments
  • Familiarity with Plc control systems and automated machinery
  • A proactive, team-oriented attitude and good communication skills

Why Join Us?
This is more than just another maintenance role. It’s a chance to grow your career in a secure and future proof industry, supported by a knowledgeable and welcoming team. Join a company that truly values its people.

 

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!

 

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a DESIGN ENGINEER

Would you like to be part of a large, long-established organisation where you can continue to apply your considerable talent and skills as our

Design Engineer?  Look no further, we have just the job for you!
This role is key, giving you responsibility to create new product designs from concept through to production

Commutable from Birmingham, Redditch, Studley, Coventry, Bromsgrove, Earlswood, Solihull, Stratford Upon Avon, Kidderminster, Leamington Spa, Alcester, Evesham and Halesowen 

KEY BENEFITS

  • Salary: £ 35,000 - £45,000 Negotiable – dependant on experience
  • Free parking on site
  • Very stable business
  • Long established with multiple supplier base
  • Unlimited Career progression – Super progression prospects
  • Friendly supportive team
  • Lunchtime finish Friday

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Create new product designs from concept through to production
  • Conduct design changes to existing products
  • Attend NPI meetings
  • Working with a wide range of materials, such as plastic injection mould, castings and metals
  • This is a multi-dimensional role, with a range of projects on the go, at any one time
  • Working closely with customers and suppliers
  • Drive cost reduction projects 
  • BOM and Part creation, drawing revision and Issues control
  • Familiar with computer simulation and modelling programs
  • If experienced, review Design Engineers work

REQUIREMENTS

  • Relevant Qualifications to support experience- ideally, to Degree level
  • It is essential that you have exposure to 3D & “D CAD, such as Solidworks or CATIA
  • Ideally, you will have gained your experience from within a manufacturing environment
  • Good knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
  • Knowledge of diecast, moulded, pressed or machined parts would be advantageous
  • This would suit a friendly, sociable character
  • To have the ability to work on a n umber of projects at any one time
  • Keen eye for detail
  • To have the ability build relationships

This is a super opportunity to be part of a stable, long standing, busy organisation, where your prospects are in your own hands.  This is a friendly inclusive team, and would make your working day, very pleasurable.

 

 

Are you a highly skilled Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician with a passion for cutting edge technology and a deep understanding of multi axis CNC applications? 

Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your electrical and mechanical expertise will shine and you take pride in providing top notch support? 

Do you want to use these skills within an organisation that doesn’t work shifts? 

If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

About Us:

We are a globally recognised manufacturer known for our innovative and high quality products, tailored to meet the demands of our bespoke industry sector. With a strong commitment to excellence, we have built a reputation for delivering exceptional solutions. Our dedication to our employees is reflected in our low staff turnover and the outstanding benefits we offer.

Benefits: 

In return for your Maintenance Technician skills and experience we offer:-

  • Competitive Salary of c£45,000
  • Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
  • Generous Holiday Allowance, which Increases with Service
  • Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
  • Company-funded Healthcare Benefits
  • Day Working with an Early Friday Finish


Duties of an CNC Maintenance Technician

As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and optimising our multi-axis CNC technology. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Performing preventative and reactive maintenance on our CNC systems.
  • Troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues to minimise downtime.
  • Conducting repairs and ensuring equipment operates efficiently.
  • Collaborating with the production team to ensure smooth operations.
  • Assisting in the continuous improvement of maintenance procedures.

Requirements of a CNC Maintenance Technician

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications and skills:

  • Apprenticeship-trained ideally with both electrical and mechanical qualifications.
  • Proven experience in maintaining multi axis CNC technology.
  • Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
  • Strong understanding of electrical systems and mechanical components.
  • Exceptional teamwork and communication abilities.


The CNC Maintenance Technician role is commutable from Atherstone, Burntwood, Coleshill, Curdworth, Lichfield & Sutton Coldfield