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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- £43,000 + Excellent Package
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
- £80,000 - £90,000 + Excellent Package
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and strategic Head of Operations to join a European leading business, where making a difference to 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.
They are proud of their fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment, where customer satisfaction and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything that they do.
Head of Operations, Salary, Hours and Benefits
- £80,000 - £90,000+
- Car allowance
- Management Bonus Scheme
- 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm (with some flexibility)
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Life insurance cover
- Employee Assistance Programme
Essential Requirements
- Proven Head of Operations / Operations Director experience within Manufacturing.
- Experience of working for a business circa 50 million+ turnover.
- An Engineering background, someone who has risen through a business.
- Very much hands-on, but also strategic.
- A business qualification would be advantageous.
- Deep understanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Commercially astute with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
Head of Operations Key Responsibilities
- The Head of Operations will provide strong, strategic leadership across operational functions to drive high performance and collaboration.
- Championing a proactive Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality culture.
- Maintaining profitability during rapid business expansion.
- Using data-driven KPIs and metrics to guide planning and decision-making.
- Driving Lean Manufacturing and operational efficiency - championing a zero-defect mindset to improve overall quality standards.
- Leading and developing the Engineering function.
- Managing growth across international operations.
- Implementing effective production workflows to boost productivity and minimise waste.
- Taking ownership of the post-sales process to enhance cross-team collaboration and service delivery.
- Identifying cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality - embedding a culture of continuous improvement across all teams.
- £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
- £28,000 - £30,000 + Excellent Package
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!