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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SENIOR CHEMICAL ENGINEER

We are seeking a SENIOR CHEMICAL ENGINEER, to lead and support the initiation, design, implementation, and commissioning of Plant Modification Proposals (PMPs), enhancing and adapting existing plant operations. This is a pivotal role, combining technical expertise with project leadership to deliver safe, efficient, and innovative process improvements.

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to be an integral part of our growing team 
  • Room for growth and career advancement 
  • Collaborative, down to earth, and supportive work environment 
  • Enabling you to contribute to a diverse range of projects

COMMUTABLE FROM: - Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Smethwick, Walsall, Halesowen, Rowley Regis, Aldridge, Wolverhampton, Willenhall, Aston, Solihull, Moseley and Stourbridge

BENEFITS

  • £dependant on experience
  • Days – Monday to Friday
  • Plenty of parking available
  • 25 Days holiday
  • Stakeholder pension
  • Healthcare 
  • Free Life Assurance    
  • Busy, growing organisation
  • Friendly, down-to-earth team
  • Expected to continue to grow in 2025

DUTIES

  • Lead PMPs from concept through to commissioning, ensuring all necessary hazard assessments and HAZOP studies are completed.
  • Define the scope and depth of hazard assessments, perform engineering calculations, develop testing programmes, and revise designs based on findings.
  • Initiate and chair HAZOPs, maintaining comprehensive and up-to-date risk assessment records.
  • Collaborate closely with Project Engineering to develop plant layouts, costings, and proposals for project authorisation.
  • Provide expert chemical engineering input to Process Improvement Groups, project teams, and the Research Department for both new and existing process routes.
  • Advise engineers, customers, contractors, and consultants on design, safety, construction materials, and processing techniques.
  • Act as Project Leader on designated projects, with responsibility for design, budget, performance, and delivery to agreed targets.
  • Organise design and commissioning work and resource planning to meet Production budget requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Degree in Chemical Engineering (essential).
  • You must be able to demonstrate Significant industrial experience in a relevant field, such as Chemical manufacturing
  • Development and optimisation of chemical processes.
  • Hands-on plant commissioning and troubleshooting experience.
  • Experience with DSEAR methodology and implementation.
  • Knowledge of SIL and LOPA risk assessments.
  • Relief system design and DIERS methodology expertise.

We are looking to interview now, send your CV over ASAP!

 

TOOLMAKER

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a TOOLMAKER

This is a well - established manufacturing organisation, with plenty of new and existing work.  You would be joining a friendly team.

Aswell as tooling repairs, you will also be supporting the Setters with troubleshooting on the tooling.  This would suit a Toolmaker, who is looking for additional responsibilities

This is a day’s role, with a choice of start and finish times.

Commutable from Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Telford, Walsall, Brownhills, Bloxwich, Sutton Coldfield, Halesowen, Dudley, Rowley Regis, West Bromwich, Smethwick and Wombourne

Key Benefits

  • Salary: £39,000
  • Free parking on site
  • Day’s role
  • Overtime paid
  • Early Friday finish available
  • Friendly, supportive team
  • Strong, solid well- established business

Responsibilities

  • Conduct regrinds and repairs on tooling
  • Carry out TPM checks
  • Using all standard Toolroom equipment
  • Carry out changeovers and small repairs
  • Supporting the Press Setters with trouble shooting
  • Responsibility for keeping and inventory of spares
  • Happy to work days

Requirements

  • Ideally, Apprentice trained
  • A forklift truck licence would be helpful, though not essential
  • Strong Toolmaking experience
  • Lifting and slinging qualifications
  • Happy to work a Days role
  • Would suit an experienced Toolmaker, who is looking to step up
 

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.