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
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- £40,000 + Excellent Package
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
- £45,000 + Excellent Package
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Toolmaker 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.
Toolmaker Salary, Hours and Benefits
- £45,000 dependant on experience
- 39 hours per week on rotating shifts
- Week 1: Monday to Thursday 6.00am – 2.00pm, Friday 6.00 – 1.00pm
- Week 2: Monday to Thursday 2.00pm – 10.00pm, Friday 1.00pm – 8.00pm - 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Company performance bonus
- Life Assurance
- Company Sick Pay
- Company discounts
- Free on-site parking
Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Burton upon Trent, Newark
Role Function
The Toolmaker will be a responsible for the manufacture, maintenance and continuous improvement of production press tooling, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and special purpose machinery.
Toolmaker Candidate Requirements
- Time-served apprentice and NVQ or equivalent in Tool making or Machining
- Strong background in precision engineering and toolroom operations
- Skilled in operating Toolroom machinery (lathes, mills, grinders etc)
- Experience with press tooling, fault diagnosis and tool repair
- Ability to read technical drawings
- CNC experience
- Ability to produce jigs & fixtures
- TIG welding experience desirable or willing to learn
Toolmaker Responsibilities
- Manufacture and modify tooling, jigs, fixtures, and special-purpose machinery
- Interpret and work from engineering drawings to determine the best manufacturing methods
- Operate a full range of Toolroom machinery (milling, turning, grinding, CNC etc)
- Assemble and disassemble press tools, check tolerances and ensure functional performance
- Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs
Onsite Capabilities
- The Toolroom gives full control over the servicing and quality of company tooling. Equipped with an impressive range of machinery – HURCO 3 Axis CNC Miller, lathes, pillar drills, Lumsden and surface grinders – they can manufacture complex parts and maintain critical press tooling without relying on external suppliers.
- In addition to maintaining existing tooling, the Toolroom team also designs and manufactures bespoke tools, jigs, and fixtures, ensuring precision and reliability in every part of production.
- £34,000 - £36,000 + OT + Package
Role and Company Overview
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist to join a bespoke and successful engineering business. A global supplier with several decades of experience, this is one of their most exciting periods, with an increase in demand for their product leading to growth and investment onsite.
The CNC Machinist role is a newly created position, you will be a key part of the current team.
CNC Machinist Salary and Benefits
- £34,000 - £36,000
- 37.5 Hours per week, 8:00am – 4:00pm Monday to Friday
- Paid overtime
- Private health scheme
- Company performance bonus
- Sick pay
- •Immediate Start available
This position is commutable from – Burton upon Trent, Tamworth, Cannock, Walsall, Lichfield, Burntwood
CNC Machinist Candidate Requirements
- Programming experience
- The CNC Machinist will ideally have experience of XYZ Lathe and Bed Mills
- Exposure to ProtoTRAK control experience would be useful, but training could be provided if needed
- Experience in manual turning, milling & drilling would be an advantage
- Any experience with CMM would be an advantage
- Haas operation experience would be a significant advantage
- £36,000 - £37,000 + Excellent Package
TOOLMAKER
We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a TOOLMAKER
You would be joining an exceptionally friendly, family orientated, highly successful Birmingham based business.
With over 40 years’ experience, we are expert at providing a range of products that deliver quality, robustness, and durability. This is backed u with a friendly, caring, and personal support service, which is fundamental in building relationships with customers.
We are looking for an experienced Toolmaker to strengthen our Toolroom.
This is a day’s role with an early finish on Friday.
This would be an excellent career move, if you are looking for a long-term career, within a friendly and caring organisation.
Commutable from Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Great Barr, West Bromwich, Minworth, Castle Vale, Tamworth, Lichfield, Smethwick, Cannock and Willenhall
KEY BENEFITS
- Salary: £36,000 - £37,000
- Free parking on site
- Days
- Friday finish at 1pm
- Overtime Paid
- Great longevity with employees
- Super friendly and supportive team
- Very busy
- Family friendly events
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Use of standard Toolroom equipment
- Repair and maintenance to existing tools
- New tooling
- Complete relevant tooling notes
- Happy to work days
REQUIREMENTS
- Relevant Toolmaking experience
- All areas of Toolmaking are considered – plastic injection moulding, extrusion and pressings
- A learning curve is being offered to the right person
- Happy to work days
- Experience of use of standard Toolroom equipment
- This would suit a friendly, easy-going character, as the team is so pleasant
If you would like to be part of a continuing success story, where there are unrivalled career prospects for you with genuinely exciting products, send your CV NOW!
- £40,000 + Excellent Package
Due to significant investments my client is looking for an Engineering Stores Manager to take complete control of the engineering stores area. You will be responsible for the sites new CMMS and collaborate with the new planned maintenance team.
My client is a British leading manufacturing company based in Shropshire. Great company and culture and growing year on year.
Stores Manager Role Benefits:
- Salary £40,000
- 25 days holiday + BH
- 6% pension.
- Training and progression opportunities.
- Life assurance.
Stores Manager Duties Include:
- Days based role (07:00-16:00).
- Tracking and reporting stores performance.
- Complete regular cycle counts.
- Inventory management and critical analysis.
- Continuous improvement collaboration.
- Monitor and improve min/max order point.
- Develop and enhance CMMS.
- Ownership of stores KPI’s.
Stores Manager Requirements include:
- Previous experience in engineering stores.
- Continuous improvement experience.
- CMMS or MRP experience.
- Strong IT and excel skills.
- FMCG experience advantageous.
Please apply find out more about this role.
This Stores Manager position is commutable from: Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Telford, Newport, Shifnal, Stafford, Cannock, Shrewsbury and surrounding areas.