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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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!

 

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 

 

Company

This is an opportunity to work for a leading special purpose engineering manufacturer specialising in the design and manufacture of quality products for the Aerospace and Automotive sectors.

Due to continued success, they have a permanent opening for a Mechanical Design Engineer, working in a Precision Engineering environment.

This will be a varied and interesting job role, with a focus on the design of the company specialist products.

Mechanical Design Engineer Salary and Benefits

  • £27,000 - £42,000 (salary is negotiable dependant on your level of experience)
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Attendance bonus
  • Relaxed working environment


Commutable From: Leicester, Coventry, Corby, Burton upon Trent, Loughborough, Coalville


Mechanical Design Engineer Candidate Requirements

  • The Mechanical Design Engineer must have experience in a previous Engineering Design role using 2D and 3D CAD on AutoCAD and Inventor.
  • Minimum qualification is HNC or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience in a Precision Engineering environment 
  • Tool design experience would be highly advantageous.


Mechanical Design Engineer Key Responsibilities

  • Producing design Layouts for quotation purposes.
  • Produce the technical design and specification of the tool to meet customer’s enquiry.
  • Produce 2D and 3D CAD production drawings using AutoCAD and Inventor.
  • Help support the Technical Department with root cause analysis of technical issues and provide general design support.
  • Support theBlog production department with technical queries.
 

Maintenance Technician

Commutable from Alvechurch, Bromsgrove, Hartlebury, Kidderminster, Redditch, Stourport-on-Severn & Worcester
Full-Time | Permanent | Manufacturing | Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Salary: Circa £49,000 + Paid Overtime

Join a Stable and Successful Manufacturing Business

We are a well established and highly respected manufacturing business supplying top quality products into a secure and stable industry sector. With a low staff turnover and long standing workforce, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and secure working environment for all employees.

Why You Should Apply

  • As a valued Maintenance Technician, you will enjoy:
  • Starting Salary c£49,000
  • Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
  • Company Funded Pension & Life Assurance
  • Company Funded Sick Pay Scheme
  • Free Onsite Parking
  • Stable Manufacturing Environment
  • Individually Tailored Training Plans
  • Exposure to a Wide Range of Plant, CNC, Robotics and Plc Controlled Machinery

You will be part of a well structured and forward thinking maintenance team, led by an inspirational manager who is passionate about team development. The manager actively drives team growth through individual training plans, with a strong focus on Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Continuous Improvement, and upskilling.

Maintenance Technician – Job Role

Working as part of a skilled engineering team, your main responsibilities will include:

  • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on a variety of plant and production machinery.
  • Diagnosing faults and ensuring minimal downtime of equipment.
  • Supporting TPM initiatives and CI projects across the plant.
  • Assisting with equipment upgrades, installations and plant modifications.

Key Requirements

  • Experience in manufacturing, process or production environment.
  • Multi skilled ideally with exposure to Plc Controls, CNC machinery, or robots.
  • Apprentice trained and qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in an Electrical or Mechanical discipline. 
  • A proactive mindset with a desire to improve plant reliability and performance
  • Ready to take the next step in your maintenance career with a company that truly values and invests in its people?

Apply today to join a skilled, forward-thinking team in a stable and rewarding environment.