Manufacturing & Production

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

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.

This is a very successful and growing family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, a business that has doubled in size these last few years.

Mobile Vehicle Technician Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £34,000
• 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life insurance cover
• Profit Related Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme

This role is commutable from the following areas: Northampton, Kettering, Wellingborough, Corby, Rugby

Mobile Vehicle Technician Role Overview

This business operates in a very niche and rewarding industry, working very closely with their customer, ensuring each customers individual needs are met. This is varied role, where two days are never the same.

The business is looking for a highly motivated team player, who is looking for an opportunity to be a part of making a difference to someone’s life by improving their mobility. There is a positive, friendly and encouraging family culture across the business.

They will provide an excellent induction and training program and on-going full support to enable you to be successful in the role.

Mobile Vehicle Technician Candidate Requirements

• The successful candidate will be an experienced Automotive Mechanic or Engineer who has extensive experience of Vehicle Mechanics, Electrics and Body Structure, who has undertaken a structured training scheme or recognised Apprenticeship.
• Be flexible and be used to working to high standards.
• Hold a recognised qualification in Motor Vehicle Mechanics or a related subject.
• Sufficient engineering experience to carry out light fabrication work, ideally including MIG welding.
• Good understanding of auto electrical wiring systems, ideally holding an IMI level 3 Electric/Hybrid vehicle training certificate (ideal but not essential).
• A desire to contribute to the ongoing success of the branch.
• Strong ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Hold a full clean driving license.

Mobile Vehicle Technician Key Responsibilities

• The Mobile Vehicle Technician will provide a professional installation service for all the company products.
• Travel as required to various customer and car dealership premises. A suitable vehicle and tools will be provided.
• Deal with customers in a friendly and helpful manner.
• Work to a weekly and daily schedule.
• Ensure all work is completed to the highest standard.

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer – DAYS ONLY | Short Working Week | £41,000 + Overtime | High Job Security | Great Benefits

Location: Commutable from Bilston, Wednesbury, Walsall, Tipton, Tividale, Great Bridge
Salary: Circa £41,000 + Paid Overtime (at Premium Rates)
Shift: Day Shift Only – Enjoy a Short Working Week!

Looking for better work life balance AND job security?

We’re hiring an experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our long established and reliable maintenance team, supporting a busy manufacturing site with varied, hands on engineering challenges.

What You’ll Get:

• Starting Salary: Around £41,000
• Day Shifts Only – with a shorter working week!
• Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
• Excellent Holiday Allowance
• Company Funded Workwear Provided
• Company Pension Scheme + Life Assurance
• Free Onsite Parking

Your Key Responsibilities:

As a key part of the engineering team, you will:

• Perform both reactive and planned maintenance
• Support a wide range of mechanical and electrical systems
• Minimise downtime and improve equipment performance
• Help ensure site safety and compliance standards are maintained

What We’re Looking For:

• Electrically qualified – City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 minimum
• Ideally apprentice trained
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault finding skills
• Knowledge of Plc controls and drives (advantageous)
• Proven experience within manufacturing, heavy engineering or production settings

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a secure, well organised engineering team
• Benefit from genuine job stability in a long term, permanent role
• Get time back in your week with a compressed day shift schedule
• Join a company that values its engineers and invests in people

Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Maintenance Electrician to join an experienced and dedicated Engineering team near Corby on a permanent night shift working Sunday to Thursday, 22.00-06.00. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to utilise their engineering skills and join a privately owned global business. As well as being focused on continuous improvement and implementing specific products, as a Maintenance Electrician you will also be responsible for maintaining the upkeep of the buildings and grounds areas of the plant facility.

The package details for the role of Maintenance Electrician include the below and further at interview:

• Salary £50,000 (including shift allowance)
• 40 hours per week, Sunday to Thursday, 22.00-06.00
• 3% paid via salary sacrifice, saving you tax and NI contributions
• 20 days plus bank holidays, rising to 25 plus bank holidays after 5 years’ service
• Death in service benefit – 2 x annual salary
• An annual pay review is conducted every January

Along with a minimum NVQ Level 3 or higher in Engineering Maintenance or equivalent, as a Maintenance Electrician you will be required to have experience/further education in engineering. Experience of PLC systems for fault finding and minor programming modifications. Experience using and installing Variable Speed Drives VSD’s within an FMCG environment is beneficial. 
Other key duties involve:  

• Maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Identifying, diagnosing and fixing faults and breakdowns.
• Carrying out of planned Preventative Maintenance.
• Facilitating and executing continuous improvement activities.

The Maintenance Electrician role is commutable from Leicester, Northampton, Corby, Kettering, and Peterborough. 

Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician (Mechanical & Electrical)

Location: Commutable from Bilston, Brierley Hill, Coseley, Cradley Heath, Smethwick, Wednesbury & West Bromwich

• Salary: £55,000 Per Annum + Overtime & Generous Benefits
• Hours: Bespoke Day Working, Early Finish on Fridays & No Nights

About Us:

We are a well established and highly regarded engineering business, renowned for delivering top quality products to a stable industry sector. With a low staff turnover, we pride ourselves on offering a stable, supportive and friendly work environment — and we don’t work nights!

What We Offer:

• Competitive Starting Salary of £55,000
• Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
• Bespoke Day Working Hours with Early Friday Finish
• Generous Annual Bonus Scheme
• Company Funded Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive Company Funded Healthcare
• Life Assurance Cover
• Exceptional Paid Holiday Entitlement
• Free Onsite Parking

Role Overview:

As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician, you will join a supportive and experienced team, responsible for delivering both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across our engineering plant. Your work will support production efficiency and minimise downtime.

Candidate Requirements:

• Fully Apprentice trained with City & Guilds or NVQ qualifications in both Electrical and Mechanical disciplines
• Proven experience carrying out planned and reactive maintenance within a heavy engineering, manufacturing, processing or production environment.
• Strong multi skilled maintenance capabilities across electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues promptly to maintain production continuity.

Location & Commuting This role is ideally commutable from: Bilston, Birmingham, Coseley, Cradley Heath, Smethwick, Wednesbury, and West Bromwich.

Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Technician looking to progress into a stable, day shift role with a leading engineering firm. Enjoy a fantastic benefits package, a positive working environment, and a great work life balance — no nights!

Apply Today!
If you are a multi skilled Maintenance Technician with strong electrical and mechanical expertise, ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a company that values your skills and invests in your future.