Scott's Monthly Pick Of The Bunch - Manufacture

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I hope you are well & thanks for checking out my Monthly selection of available Manufacturing, Production & Quality Engineering candidates which details a small selection of candidates who are currently seeking a new opportunity in your area.

Please contact me to find out more any of these candidates, or simply click on the relevant link to send me an email, alternatively, if none of these candidates match your requirements, or if you would like to discuss a current or future need, then please let me know.  I have Engineers of various skill-sets and experience register with me daily, plus an extensive in-house database that has been developed over 30 years, and access to all the leading Job Boards.

I hope you find this useful, and I hope to be able to assist you with your recruitment requirements, either now or in the future.

Scott Logan
Principal Recruitment Consultant
Manufacture, Production & Quality Engineering Division

   0121 321 4314   |      scott.logan@probejobs.co.uk   |      Let's Connect on LinkedIn

 

PRODUCTION SCHEDULER SL24021
Manufacturing / Automotive Experience
  • Several years Production Scheduler / Planner / Controller experience
  • In-depth knowledge of manufacturing planning systems, continuous improvement techniques, and effective teamwork
  • Material flow within ERP from forecast to delivery 
  • Lean Production Techniques – Reduction in waste
  • Achievements include: Inventory reduction from £4m to £2.5m, reduction of 40% time taken in the raising and processing of purchase orders
Derby
c£32,000 > Learn More <

 

QUALITY INSPECTOR / CMM SL24022
Manufacturing / Aerospace Experience
  • 19+ years Quality Inspector experience, along with additional CMM operating and programming experience
  • Visually and metrologically Inspecting parts for a range of customers, ensuring the highest standard of inspection
  • Reducing errors to a minimum, ensuring that all paperwork and delivery notes match for traceability
  • Calibration checks, calipers, gauges and micrometers
  • Has held Quality Inspector, Lead Quality Inspector and Final Inspector role
Leicester
c£32,000 > Learn More <

 

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER SL24023
Automotive / Aerospace / Manufacturing Experience
  • A passionate Manufacturing / Process Improvement Engineer, with experience across various sectors
  • Worked extensively on manufacturing and quality engineering process, including Process Planning, SOPs, PFMEA and Control Plans
  • Review and approval of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
  • Generated process plan and costing models, covering Material cost, Manufacturing cost, Special process cost, tooling cost & Assembly cost, etc
  • Qualifications and Certifications include: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, GD&T Certified Professional
Derby
c£35,000 > Learn More <

 

TRAINING & H&S COORDINATOR SL24024
Engineering / Manufacturing Experience
  • Highly skilled training supervisor with responsibility for all aspects of the training needs of the business, new staff members and apprentices
  • Tasked with Health and Safety (IOSH), Quality Circle and Lean Management Processes, COSHH
  • Delivery of induction training to new staff, routine and compliance training to existing staff by use of PowerPoint presentation, demonstrations and practice, team building exercises
  • Review training curriculum regularly with team leaders and training supervisor to ensure effectiveness of training programme and review training needs of staff
  • Lean Management Processes, Level 3 OfQual Assessor, Compliance Training, Leadership and Team Building
Derby
c£33,000 > Learn More <
 

Company

With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global company that continues to grow, having doubled in size over the last five years. 

They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry.  The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted.

The business are big advocates of personal development, growth and progression, with many success stories of this across the company. 

Salary, Hours and Benefits

  • £38,000 - £40,000 (dependant on experience)
  • 7:30am – 4:00pm Monday – Thursday, 1:00pm finish on Friday’s
  • The chance to join a very successful and growing business
  • Up to 10.5% company pension
  • Company bonus
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Cash health plan

Commutable From: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Kidderminster 

Role Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for supporting manufacturing operations by resolving build quality problems, improving tools and processes and ensuring the smooth introduction of project related product changes and new features. To investigate, plan and implement new engineering processes/methods/tooling facilities in conjunction with Manufacturing departments.

Being actively involved in the continuous process improvement within assembly/manufacturing, the Manufacturing Engineer will be a key figure in your ability to:

  • Identify and action waste elimination.
  • Define and implement build processes with consideration to appropriate Health & Safety and Quality standards
  • Using a “hands on” approach you will proactively utilise both lean principles and problem-solving tools and techniques within the workplace to respond to quality issues.
  • Investigate and resolve manufacturing related problems, ‘Cost of Quality’ concerns and issues raised by teams on Problem and Countermeasure boards, leading problem-solving teams where appropriate
  • The Manufacturing Engineer will fully understand all Health and Safety implications for any proposed change and fully understand any production related cost.
  • Management of BOMs and material movement through plan for every part
  • Work with colleagues in all cross-functional projects to ensure smooth transition across the manufacturing facility.

Candidate Requirements

  • Knowledge and use of quality analysis and problem-solving techniques.
  • Proven experience in a Manufacturing Engineer role.
  • Ability to read engineering drawings.
  • Understanding of Jig & Tool design - CAD experience would be advantageous.
  • Manufacturing Engineering degree or HND / HNC equivalent is desirable.
  • Industrial engineering techniques.
  • Project management skills
 

Company

With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global company that continues to grow, having doubled in size over the last five years. 

They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry.  The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted.

The business are big advocates of personal development, growth and progression, with many success stories of this across the company. 

About You

You will be a process led, diligent CNC Programmer / Engineer, with an eye for quality and detail as well as good background skills in workload management and communication.

Able to demonstrate experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in a similar environment or industry. An ability to work and resolve issues within the production environment, quickly and accurately is a must.

Salary, Hours and Benefits

  • £35,000 - £37,000 (dependant on experience)
  • 7:30am – 4:00pm Monday – Thursday, 1:00pm finish on Friday’s
  • The chance to join a very successful and growing business
  • Up to 10.5% company pension
  • Company bonus
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Cash health plan

Commutable From: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Kidderminster  

Candidate Requirements

  • An experienced Machinist with CNC (VMC/Milling) programming ability.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of programming, setting and operating 3 axis CNC cutting machines.
  • Autodesk Fusion 360 programming software experience would be useful.
  • Working experience working within a tool room / plant and equipment maintenance environment.
  • Good knowledge and practical understanding of mechanical engineering applications in product assembly, jigs and fixtures, plant and equipment.
  • Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, machining and finish specifications. PC skills and experience of packages such as Excel and Standard Analyses: Nav, Creo, Windchill, DXF, Cad viewing packages. 
  • Be able to use and operate a wide range of manual machines such as millers, grinders, saws etc.
  • MIG/TIG welding experience in the workplace.
  • Experience of contributing to small group activities to drive improvement ideas. 

Role Overview

  • The CNC Programmer will programme, set and operate a variety of 3 axis CNC Machines for component and fixturing manufacture and assembly.
  • As part of a small in-house team, the CNC Programmer will play an equal part supporting production with modified or bespoke machined components made from a variety of materials from nylon through to stainless steel, as well as working on longer term continuous improvement projects that require machined content (i.e. tooling, fixturing etc).
  • Reporting into the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the CNC Programmer will work cross functionally with Production Leadership, Planning and Manufacturing Engineering teams to ensure production requirements for short turn-around components are met. 
  • You will work within the Tool room / Plant Maintenance function, in addition supporting the wider production operation in areas such as jigs and fixture repair, equipment maintenance and prototyping.
 

With decades of experience, this UK leading business who are part of a large group, have remained at the forefront of their industry.

They are looking for a construction experienced Procurement Manager to develop processes and provide support across the business to ensure best practice and value for money is delivered in the procurement process.

Primary Role Focus

The Procurement Manager will develop robust procurement processes, ensure the business complies with the processes, manage supply chain, including negotiating deals / agreement.

Salary, Hours, and Benefits

  • £50,000 - £53,000
  • 39 hours per week, 8:30am – 5:00pm, 4:30pm on Friday’s
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • 6% employer pension
  • Life assurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Private healthcare
  • Wellbeing initiatives
  • Discounts

Commutable From: Derby, Leicester, Loughborough, Nottingham, Tamworth, Lichfield

Candidate Requirements

  • Proven Procurement Manager experience within construction or similar.
  • Experience of the COINS ERP system. 

Procurement Manager Key Responsibilities

Procedures:

  • Develop procurement processes and roll out through the business.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement processes including internal audit of buying team / administrators.
  • Ensure all suppliers / sub-contractors’ approval and documentation are up to date.
  • Manage supply chain to ensure compliance with company standards and legal requirements.

Sub-Contract / Supplier Agreements:

  • Negotiate supply / hire agreements / frameworks, including rebates agreements and discounts.
  • Monitor risks and opportunities in supply chain and set-up mitigation plans with supplier.
  • Engage across the wider group so that the company can utilise group wide agreements.
  • Negotiate and agree terms and conditions (back-to-back with the company contract).
  • Representing Procurement in project meetings internally and externally, if so required.
  • Achieve best value from the supply chain.
  • Look to optimise procurement with the target of achieving cost savings across all areas.

Reporting:

  • Produce management reports on spend, savings etc.
  • Provide cost information to assist in pricing bids.
  • Utilise COINS / Harmony systems to analyse spend.
  • Ensure Suppliers / Sub-contractors adopt appropriate health and safety requirements.
  • Follow up and engage with suppliers on NCRs.
 

This business has a long and proven history, going back over 100 years. They have progressed to become a market leader in high precision engineering, working with some of the world's leading companies.

They are part of a group of companies with a core interest in the manufacture of components for a variety of industries. Their advanced technology and commitment to quality and service has set them apart from others in their field.

Role Overview

The Process Engineer will be a subject matter expert on key processes and systems and will improve these through the rigorous application of continuous improvement techniques ensuring the involvement of the team.

Process Engineer Salary: £45,000 - £48,000

Hours: 38 per week, Monday to Thursday, 7:15 – 4pm, 12:15pm finish on Friday’s 

Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Loughborough, Burton upon Trent, 

Essential Candidate Requirements:

  • 4+ years of proven experience
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Six Sigma and experience from a machining environment. 

Candidate Requirements:

  • Minimum HND Qualified with 4+ years of significant experience.
  • Proven track record and philosophical alignment with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
  • Knowledge of Precision CNC manufacturing processes – essential. 
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
  • Strong project planning and management skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Commitment to championing health & safety standards and practices.

Process Engineer Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

  • Develop and drive a culture of continuous improvement ensuring the engagement and involvement of the entire production department.  
  • Lead improvement activities across all production areas through Measurement, Analysis, Improvement and Control. 
  • Assist in the training of staff ensuring that they develop the skills to become subject matter experts in various systems and processes; enabling them to implement and sustain the improvements. 
  • Lead and support root cause analysis when production issues arise. Implement corrective and preventative actions and ensure that these are appropriately documented and approved in accordance with local procedures. 
  • Provide engineering support to include design reviews, production metrics, manufacturing quotations and scrap review
  • Improve Plant effectiveness and utilisation in line with production demands, with a key focus on the removal of production bottlenecks.
  • Develop, maintain and improve production procedures to execute all activities in a safe, efficient and compliant way.
  • Maintain and improve the performance and quality of products ensuring they conform to established standards, specifications and customer requirement.
 

Company

With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global company that continues to grow, having doubled in size over the last five years. 

They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry.  The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted.

The business are big advocates of personal development, growth and progression, with many success stories of this across the company. 

Salary and Benefits

  • £30,000 to £35,000
  • The chance to join a very successful and growing business
  • 10.5% company pension
  • Company bonus
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Cash health plan

Commutable From: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Kidderminster  

Role Overview

  • The CNC Machinist will programme, set and operate a variety of 3 axis CNC Machines (Hurco and HAAS) for component and fixturing manufacture and assembly.
  • As part of a small in-house team, the CNC Machinist will play an equal part supporting production with modified or bespoke machined components made from a variety of materials from nylon through to stainless steel, as well as working on longer term continuous improvement projects that require machined content (i.e. tooling, fixturing etc).
  • Reporting into the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the CNC Machinist will work cross functionally with Production Leadership, Planning and Manufacturing Engineering teams to ensure production requirements for short turn-around components are met. 
  • The CNC Machinist will work within the Tool room / Plant Maintenance function, in addition supporting the wider production operation in areas such as jigs and fixture repair, equipment maintenance and prototyping.

Candidate Requirements

  • GCSE Level A-C, A Level in Sciences, BTec Level 3 Certificates in Engineering (or equivalent), Level 4 qualification preferred.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of programming, setting and operating 3 axis CNC cutting machines (Hurco and HAAS in particular)
  • Autodesk Fusion 360 programming software
  • Working experience working within a tool room / plant and equipment maintenance environment.
  • Good knowledge and practical understanding of mechanical engineering applications in product assembly, jigs and fixtures, plant and equipment
  • Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, machining and finish specifications.
  • Be able to use and operate a wide range of manual machines such as millers, grinders, saws etc
  • MIG/TIG welding experience in the workplace
  • Experience of contributing to small group activities to drive improvement ideas. 
  • Strong PC skills and experience of packages such as Excel and Standard Analyses: Nav, Creo, Windchill, DXF, Cad viewing packages

About You

You will be a process led, diligent CNC programmer / engineer, with an eye for quality and detail as well as good background skills in workload management and communication.

Able to demonstrate experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in a similar environment or industry. An ability to work and resolve issues within the production environment, quickly and accurately is a must.

 

Company

With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global company that continues to grow, having doubled in size over the last five years. 

They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry.  The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted.

The business are big advocates of personal development, growth and progression, with many success stories of this across the company. 

Supplier Quality Engineer Salary and Benefits:

  • £32,000 - £35,000 (dependant on experience)
  • Excellent opportunities to progress
  • 10.5% company pension
  • Company bonus
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Cash health plan

Commutable From: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Kidderminster  

Role Overview

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the Supplier Quality Engineer will design, develop, inspect and improve the quality standards of operational processes and manufacturing outputs.  

Supplier Quality Engineer Candidate Requirements

Please note that the experience mentioned below is an ‘ideal’, the right candidate would not need to have knowledge of everything.

  • Experience in a similar quality role within a manufacturing environment would be a significant advantage.
  • HNC/HND or Degree Qualified Mechanical Engineer would be advantageous.
  • Internal Auditor – ISO 9001:2015 minimum requirement.  Lead auditor would be an advantage.
  • Membership of Charted Quality Institute would be advantageous.
  • Any experience of either: Lean Six Sigma, 8D problem solving, Kaizen, 5-Why, Fishbone.
  • Experienced in using ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.  Salesforce experience would be advantageous.
  • Metrology, CMM, experience would be nice but is not essential.

Supplier Quality Engineer Key Responsibilities

The below will vary, as your training progresses. 

  • Assist the Quality Team in audit follow-up through to closure of any minor/major NCRs raise during the audit.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams to support new product development, quality improvement, and cost savings projects.
  • Interact with other departments including suppliers and customers regarding quality matters.
  • Be a point of contact when Quality Assistance is required in dealing with manufacturing, supply chain and customer related issues.
  • Ensure that Root Cause Analysis is being carried out in a timely manner and to provide support to the rest of the team as required.