A long-established niche manufacturing organisation in the heart of Birmingham, we have created a role for a CADCAM Engineer.
This is a crucial role, and seen as a key position, whilst we strive to continue to improve our working environment and productivity. Reporting directly to the Head of Technical and Head of Production, this a vital role.
You would be joining a hugely rewarding organisation. Huge recent investment has gone into the actual facility, making it a pristine working environment, like no other. Landscaped gardens to enjoy lunch in the summer! Luxuriously designed kitchen areas for breaks and lunch. Shop floor and offices are all ergonomically designed for comfort and ease.
The products we produce, are high end luxury goods. With over nearly 100 years of expertise, this is a solid, growing manufacturing organisation, and we have clear ambitions to continue to grow our position in the market place.
Benefits for CAD/CAM Engineer
* Generous Pension offering
* Fresh ideas are actively encouraged
* 25 Days holiday plus Stats on top
* Outstanding working environment
* Fantastic on-site facilities
* Positive working environment, staff welfare taken extremely seriously
* Responsible Key position within the organisation
Duties of CAD/CAM Engineer
* Using CAD/CAM software to create engineering drawings and programs
* Set and programme CNC Milling machines (MAZAK and XYZ)
* Utilising existing tooling and fixtures
* Prove and set programmes before handing over to production
* Create greater efficiencies within the library of existing drawings
* Develop and improve manufacturing methods
* Create digital information folders to help staff to use during the manufacturing process, including programme detail and fixture, Tooling detail
Requirements for CAD/CAM Engineer:
* CADCAM experience
* Ability to programme CADCAM machines
* To have the skills to programme CNC Milling machines
* To be able to develop and maintain digital documentation systems
* Must be able to read engineering drawings
* Strong attention to detail, highly organised
Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates.
If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch.
Should you want to learn more about any of our MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat.
Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing & Production Recruitment Support since 1994
We have an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Manager to be part of a large, well-established, high-volume manufacturing Company, where there are genuine prospects to move forward to Plant Manager role.
This is a role that encompasses responsibility for Continuous Improvements, Quality, Training, Maintenance, Value Streaming, EHS, Labour utilisation, Production and New Product Introduction.
This is a crucial role, which needs to be filled with an experienced Senior Manager, from high volume production environment, who is still hungry to move your own career forward to take full responsibility of the whole Plant.
We supply into a broad range if different industry sectors, operating in many countries. This is a superb opportunity if you are an ambitious Senior Manager, who has Continuous Improvement, Production and Quality at the heart of your drive and determination.
Benefits for Operations Manager
* £64,000 (Maybe Neg for the right person)
* Annual Bonus
* Genuine realistic prospects to move your career forward to Plant Manager
* Company pension contributions
* Early finish Friday
* Large, International manufacturing company
Duties of Operations Manager
* Support all areas of Value Stream
* Identify areas for improvement in Value Stream, Quality and Engineering
* Review head count to achieve productivity targets
* Strong understanding of P & L
* Review risk assessments
* Ensure Kaizen events are effective
* Ensure control of absence
* Monitor and control Overtime
* Support training and development plans
* Ensure Maintenance improvement plans are implemented
* Conduct Team briefings
* Weekly 5S audits and support 5S corrective actions
* Conduct disciplinary and grievance meetings
* Support New Product Introduction
Requirements for Operations Manager
* Educated to Degree level in Engineering or Business OR significant experience of manufacturing leadership within a high volume environment
* Previous experience of managing and motivating large teams
* Experience of Lean Manufacturing techniques
* Budget management knowledge
* It would be advantageous if you can demonstrate a hands-on approach with the implementation of lean principles
* Passion for business improvements
* Strong analytical and decision making skills
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious, results oriented Senior Manager, who is looking for an opportunity where there are genuine greater opportunities available.
Commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Tamworth, Nuneaton, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Minworth, Moseley, Atherstone, Lichfield, Fradley, Burbage, Lutterworth, Kenilworth, Rugby, Warwick and Leamington Spa
We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a MRP Control Supervisor
This is an exciting Organisation to be part of, you would be joining a prestigious, state of the Art manufacturing organisation. Specialising in either high quality off the shelf modules, to individual new developments. We are very much at the forefront of brand -new technology.
We have been providing pioneering technologies and products to our customers worldwide for a number of years now, out teams are accomplished teams of experts, highly specialised in the development, industrialisation and production.
You may be an experienced within Supply Chain Management, who is looking for a new, fresh challenge, or someone looking to expand their career into the next step up.
Commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Henley-in-Arden, Redditch, Studley, Stratford-upon-Avon, Solihull, Nuneaton, Atherstone, Tamworth, Sutton Coldfield and Curdworth
Key Benefits for a MRP Control Supervisor
* Free parking on site
* Yearly incentive bonus paid
* Long service award after 4 years of service
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Flexible start & finish times
* Death in service (once passed probationary period)
* 25 Days Holiday (Bank Holidays on top), increasing to 26 days after 1 calendar year, then increasing to 28 after 5 years
* 12pm finish Friday
* Company contributory pension
* Highly prestigious brand, products and customers
* Pristine and modern working environment
* Market leader with more continued growth predicted
Responsibilities for a MRP Control Supervisor
* Ensuring and monitoring MRP and MRP Control
* Material planning and procurement
* Production and deadline planning
* Delivery planning
* Assist Sales and Purchasing with supplier and customer escalations
* Dealing with warranty returns and associated documentation with non-conformances
* Shipping finished goods
* This will lead to the responsibility of a junior member at a later date
* Resource planning
* Champion continuous improvements in your designated area
* Requirements for MRP Control Supervisor
* We are looking for Senior MRP Control experience
* Strong SAP experience is essential
* Ideally, your experience will have been gained from within a high-volume manufacturing organisation, however, other manufacturing industry sectors are readily being considered
* Knowledge of scheduling supplier and shipping finished goods
* Excellent customer facing abilities
This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a forward-looking success story.
If you would like to be part of a growing success story, where there are unrivaled career prospects for you with truly exciting products, send your CV NOW!
Are you a CNC Miller Setter Operator, looking for a stable DAY position in the Sutton Coldfield area?
A permanent role for a CNC Miller Setter Operator is now available, within a highly specialist manufacturing organisation who have recently invested in new technology.
Area of speciality is Drilling, supplying into a multitude of different industry sectors, such as Automotive, Firearms, Medical, Oil and Gas, Machine Tool manufacturers to name but a few.
* £26,500 increasing to £27,500 after probation
* Paid Overtime
* Very stable staff retention
* Free on site parking
* Friendly supportive team
* Immediate start can be offered
* Setting a variety of CNC Milling machines
* Operating CNC Machines
* Working on a variety of special purpose drilling machines
* No programming necessary
* Experience of Setting CNC Milling Machines
* Working knowledge of operating CNC Milling machines
* Any exposure to special purpose drilling machines would be advantageous
* Happy to work Days
* Committed and Loyal
This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a very friendly supportive team, long term prospects and stability assured.
Would like to be part of a large, well-known, long-established manufacturing Company, where you would be fully supported? We offer superb stability and long-term prospects.
Working hours are superb! Monday to Thursday (37 Hours) NO FRIDAYS! If Friday working is offered, this would be Overtime.
Supplying into a vast range of different industry sectors, such as aerospace, oil and gas, nuclear, marine, defence and marine, to name but a few.
Commutable from Birmingham, Dudley, Handsworth, Northfield, Halesowen, Stourbridge, Brierley Hill, Cradley Hill, Hagley, Rubery, West Bromwich, Rubery and Kidderminster
* Days Role - MONDAY TO THURSDAY, NO FRIDAYS! (If Friday worked – paid as Overtime.)
* Long term prospects
* Friendly, supportive team
* Unique working environment
Forge Operative Duties:
* Producing diverse types of forgings to specification
* Operating associated equipment
* Utilising press furnaces and forging equipment
* Inspection of forgings
* Maintain records
* Happy to work 37.5 hours between Monday and Thursday
Forge Operative Requirements:
* To hold an Overhead crane license
* To have previously operated Forging equipment
* To have the ability to read and interpret process sheets
* Align and measure forgings
* Ensure all furnaces are reviewed
* Lubricating bogies, manipulators and cranes
* Happy to work Days
This is a superb opportunity, send your CV if you would like to be considered. Interviews are being offered now.
Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates.
If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or submit your CV by clicking APPLY and I will be in touch.
Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994
The Manufacturing Engineer will support manufacturing operations by resolving build quality problems, improving tools and processes and ensuring the smooth introduction of project related product changes and new features.
Investigate, plan and implement new engineering processes/methods/tooling facilities in conjunction with Manufacturing departments.
Define and manage the configuration of all products built in Coventry, define, analyse and report on BOM’s
associated with configurations along with analysis of initial costs.
Salary, Hours, and Benefits
* 8:30am – 5pm, Monday to Thursday, 2:00pm finish on Friday’s, 37.5 hours (with some flexibility)
* Life Assurance, x2 of salary
* Cycle to Work scheme
Manufacturing Engineer Candidate Requirements
* HND or equivalent or where a person can demonstrate extensive experience in mechanical engineering.
* Several years of experience in complex product configuration and systems setup.
* A thorough understanding and experience of BOM structures and cost roll up.
* Extensive experience of engineering change order processes, product change processes and implications.
* Knowledge and use of quality analysis and problem-solving techniques.
* Proven experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
* Ability to read engineering drawings.
* Excellent standard of MS Office skills, at an advanced level for MS Excel.
* Meticulous attention to detail.
* Strong ability to analyse data and draw relevant conclusions.
Manufacturing Engineer Key Responsibilities
Being actively involved in the continuous process improvement within assembly/manufacturing you will be a key figure in your ability to:
* Identify and action waste elimination through response to Takt time variation.
* Define and implement build processes with consideration to appropriate Health & Safety and Quality standards.
* Ensure the support process documentation with particular attention to visual management techniques.
* Using a “hands on” approach you will proactively utilise both lean principles and problem-solving tools and techniques within the workplace to respond to “Takt time variation”, build 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
Be responsible for signing product change notifications ensuring that:
* A thorough feasibility analysis has been conducted
* Understand any implications regarding process/man assignment changes
* Highlighting tooling requirements
* Fully understanding all Health and Safety implications for any proposed change
* Fully understand any production related cost.
Work with colleagues in all cross-functional projects to ensure smooth transition across the manufacturing facility. One Manufacturing Engineer will be nominated as the department’s representative on major projects and will be responsible for ensuring that all relevant information is transferred to the project team and back to the department.
Although the Manufacturing Engineer will have an area of specialism within the product range, this does not exclude them from taking ownership of issues or projects in other areas if departmental workload so dictates.
Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates.
If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or submit your CV by clicking APPLY and I will be in touch.
Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994
We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a TOOLMAKER, who wants a DAY position. The working environment is nothing short of spectacular, characterized by its cleanliness, modernity, and pleasant atmosphere. Our inclusive and friendly culture sets us apart, providing you with total support whenever needed.
As a TOOLMAKER, you will be part of a friendly team. This role is considered to be of great importance in order to support the continued growth and development of our organisation. We are looking for hands-on experience with press tool repair and manufacture.
Our location is conveniently commutable from Dudley, Wolverhampton, Sutton Coldfield, Moseley, Halesowen, Telford, Birmingham, Oldbury, Smethwick, Walsall, Solihull, Aston, Rowley Regis, Stourbridge and Willenhall
* Day shift – early start, early finish
* Company contributory pension
* Life assurance
* 25 days of holiday
* Pristine and modern working environment
* Market leader with more continued growth predicted
* Repair existing tooling
* Brand new press tooling
* Working from engineering drawings
* Time management, plan your own work load
* Piercing, forming and cut off tooling
* CNC and Manual Milling (Siemens ShopMill and XYZ Prototrak Control)
* Contribute towards continuous improvements
* Ideally Apprentice trained
* To have the ability to read engineering drawings
* Good experience of Toolmaking with press tools
* Experience of both new tooling and maintenance of existing tooling
* Any EDM wire eroding would be beneficial, but by no means essential.
* Use of standard toolroom equipment
* Happy working a days role
This is a terrific opportunity to be part of a large, stable, growing organisation, with no shifts involved.
Immediate interviews are being offered!
Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates.
If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or submit your CV by clicking APPLY and I will be in touch.
Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994
The Material Planner will be responsible for purchasing and negotiating fabrication materials from one or more vendors in support of the site strategy. This requires evaluating vendor quotes and services to determine the most desirable suppliers, a familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the manufacturing procurement field.
Please note: The role is mainly Planning, but there is also some Buyer / Purchasing responsibility within the role too.
* Ensure inventory levels are kept within set targets
* Support efforts to reduce RAW & WIP inventory
* Identify opportunities & support efforts to reduce cost
* Support NPPD activities, when requested.
Material Planner Hours and Benefits
* 37.5 hours, 7:30am – 4:00pm, with a 12:30pm finish on Friday’s (with flexibility)
* The opportunity to work for a globally recognised business
* Managed Occupational Health service, Retail shopping discount programme, Discounted gym membership, Bike to Work scheme
Material Planner Candidate Requirements
* Proven procurement experience, minimum 2 – 5 years, preferably in a heavy manufacturing or an industrial environment.
* Purchasing & Engineering Change experience in an MRP environment
* Proficient computer skills in MS Office. (Word, Excel, Outlook), with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong ability to assess engineering drawings and proceed to RFQ based on supplier capability, strong negotiating skills, ability to multitask, prioritize work and work closely with other departments.
* Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the procurement field.
* Be able to take responsibility for resolution of issues.
* You should be self-motivated, and results orientated and be able to work to time constraints & use own initiatives to solve problems.
Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)
* Works with operations, planning and organizing all tasks.
* The Material Planner will review purchase request for material via MRP or manual purchase requisition.
* Monitor purchase orders & net demand schedules to ensure required ‘need dates’ are achieved.
* Must be able to develop excellent working relationship with both internal and external customers as well as suppliers.
* Maintain supplier relationships in order to drive cost reductions while continually achieving the highest level of quality material.
* Ability to interface with company and supplier senior management. Excellent negotiation, presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
* Plan & expedite the required material to ensure availability to meet production demand whilst maintaining inventory levels to a minimum and in line with set targets.
Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates.
If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or submit your CV by clicking APPLY and I will be in touch.
Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994
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
Reporting to the Operations Director and working alongside local Colleges and the Senior Leadership team. The Apprentice Training Manager will organise, manage and coordinate the company Apprentice Training Programme in association with the local college, along with the development of all staff in any training requirements.
The role will also involve supporting the Operations Director in Health & Safety Management as required.
Apprentice Training Manager Salary and Hours
* 38 hours per week, Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:45pm, 1:00pm finish on Friday's
Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Loughborough, Burton upon Trent,
Apprentice Training Manager Candidate Requirements
* Proven experience of Apprentice Training Management / Training Coordination.
* Degree qualified ideally, or relevant experience gained.
* Previous experience in a manufacturing / engineering environment.
* Proven track record of management specific to a training environment.
* Experience and past history of successfully managing Apprentices and the associated training programme.
Apprentice Training Manager Key Responsibilities
* Meet all core values of the business.
* To have a full understanding of the Production and Company KPI’s.
* Represent the company well to all internal & external parties.
* Daily management of all Apprentices.
* Manage the recruitment process including the adverts & interviews.
* Daily training of 1st year apprentices (training school).
* Influence and control apprentice funding/Levy.
* Manage & support learning unlimited Derby with college delivery.
* Complete internal apprentice reviews every 6-8 weeks.
* To have good, I.T skills.
* To cascade batch card release and sawing off requirements to the steel stores department.
Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates.
If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or submit your CV by clicking APPLY and I will be in touch.
Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994
We are looking to recruit an experienced Sales, Telesales, Engineering, or Design professional to join us as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, where you will work within our high performing, and extremely established team.
Full training will be provided, coupled with a structured career pathway and uncapped commission, providing you with an opportunity to establish a long-term career, and generous annual on target earnings.
If you have experience in Sales, Engineering, or Design, a willingness to learn, an ability to sell to clients, a strong work ethic, and you’re a resilient character, you may well be what we’re looking for.
Some of the features that a Recruitment Consultant can expect from working for Probe include:
* An Outstanding Commission Scheme – You could earn up to 30% on the fees that you generate, and you can earn commission on 100% of your billings.
* Highly Competitive Basic Salaries – Commensurate with experience.
* A Structured Career Development Pathway – To Team Manager or Principal level.
* A Highly Knowledgeable Team - You will work with some highly experienced and successful Consultants, some of whom have worked here for over 24 years.
* Free Car Parking Provided
* Pension & Healthcare Provided – After a short qualifying period.
* An Excellent Working Environment – This is a very friendly office culture, and we adopt a mature approach to KPI management.
* Incentives - We run a regular individual and team-based incentives, where you can win prizes and Michelin Star meals. We also value and reward longevity with long service awards.
Probe has just entered its 30th year in business, and we have extensive relationships with repeat business clients across the UK. If you are an experienced technical Recruitment Consultant or sales professional, and you would like to find out more, please apply for this role and I’ll be in contact.
With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global company that continues to grow, both in size and revenue. 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.
Junior Design Engineer Salary and Benefits
* Excellent opportunities to progress
* 10.5% company pension
* Company bonus
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Cash health plan
* Potential for some home working (to be discussed)
Role Overview
* At the heart of the businesses continued success and growth, is its ability to take its successful and proven product range and work closely with their customers to adapt it and solve problems. They are recruiting for a Junior Design Engineer to join a small team that works with the customer requirements to create and maintain a wide variety of customer products and configurations.
* The role is a varied one, and includes designing and documenting the products, in the company drawing and ERP system as well as working closely the new products, operations excellence and production teams to ensure quality and efficiency throughout manufacturing.
* The role offers great development for junior engineers who want to use their knowledge and gain a broad experience in a successful manufacturing company. With a tremendous track record of growth and part of a highly successful group, this business provides an unrivaled combination of broad engineering experience and opportunities for future development.
* Degree or similar qualification in Mechanical Design Engineering or similar subject. Candidates without a Degree will be considered.
* Experience in 3D CAD software. CREO would be ideal, but other similar CAD software will be considered.
* Ability to accurately read, layout and create 2D Engineering drawings – ideally, but not essential.
* Understanding of geometric tolerances and other similar Engineering principles.
* Experience or understanding of ERP software(s) would be useful.
* A confident person who is willing to learn and develop.
* Someone who is adaptable, flexible and open to working on a variety of tasks / requests.
* Any awareness / exposure to electronics would be ideal, but isn’t essential.
* Create bespoke product designs and configurations for customers including creation of dimensional product drawings and wiring diagrams for product installation and use.
* Create wiring diagrams and assembly drawings or instructions for the manufacturing team.
* Create and maintain product BOMs and Routings within the ERP system.
* Carry out small product design and development projects, assisting NPD and Operational Excellence Engineering teams.
* Assist the Technical Support team with customer queries.
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