Buyer – Procurement
Join a market leader and grow your career in procurement.
* Superb progression + stable well established growing business
* Life Assurance
* Employee assistance programme
* Pleasant working environment
A leading independent manufacturer is seeking an experienced Buyer to join our procurement team. This role is ideal for a procurement professional with strong knowledge of purchasing, supply chain management and supplier negotiation.
About the Role
As a Buyer, you will manage the end‑to‑end purchasing process for raw materials and related goods. You will play a key role in ensuring supply continuity, cost efficiency and quality compliance across our UK manufacturing operations. This position is central to our ongoing process improvements and business transformation.
What you’ll do
* Source, evaluate and purchase chemicals, raw materials and consumables to meet technical, quality and delivery requirements.
* Oversee the full procurement cycle, from requisition through to purchase order, delivery tracking and inventory support.
* Work closely with R&D, Production, Quality Control and Logistics to forecast demand and maintain material availability.
* Negotiate competitive pricing, terms and supplier contracts to drive cost savings and value.
* Build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
* Conduct supplier audits and performance reviews focusing on quality, delivery, cost and compliance.
* Identify and onboard new suppliers to mitigate supply risk and support business growth.
* Manage import processes to ensure accurate, timely and compliant operations.
What we’re looking for
* Education in Supply Chain Management, Business or a related technical field.
* Experience in manufacturing or chemical procurement would be helpful.
* CIPS qualification is an advantage but essential.
* Strong negotiation, analytical and contract‑management capabilities.
* Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Sage) and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office.
* Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
In return, we offer a competitive salary, superb onboarding, a pleasant friendly working environment, with excellent benefits and a long‑term career.
Please note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
CNC Setter / Operator
We are looking to hire an experienced CNC SETTER / OPERATOR.
As a busy manufacturing company, based in the heart of the Midlands, we need your experience to set and operate our CNC Machines.
HAAS and Duggard machining knowledge would be beneficial though NOT essential.
Commutable from
* Birmingham, Rowley Regis, Brierly Hill, Walsall, West Bromwich, Cradley Heath, Bilston, Willenhall, Wednesbury, Aston, Quinton and Harbourne
DUTIES
* Operate and set up Star CNC Lathes to meet the build plan.
* Handle job changeovers, tool changes, and assist with breakdowns.
* Complete first‑off checks and maintain quality standards.
* Support new part development and produce samples as needed.
* Keep the CNC area organized and maintain tooling stock.
REQUIREMENTS
* CNC Lathe experience essential; HAAS/Duggard machining knowledge would be nice, but NOT essential.
* Strong attention to detail and reliability.
* Happy to work Double Days.
* Team player with proactive problem‑solving skills.
This is an immediate requirement, send your CV ASAP.
Laser Cutting Setter / Operator
We are looking to hire an experienced Laser Cutting Setter / Operator.
As a busy manufacturing company, based in the heart of the Midlands, we need your experience to set and operate our Laser Cutting machine.
Commutable from
* Birmingham, Rowley Regis, Brierly Hill, Walsall, West Bromwich, Cradley Heath, Bilston, Willenhall, Wednesbury, Aston, Quinton and Harbourne
DUTIES
* Operate and set up the Multilaze Laser Cutting Machine to meet the build plan.
* Perform job changeovers, tool changes, and assist with breakdowns.
* Ensure first‑off checks are completed and signed off by Quality.
* Support new product development, producing samples as required.
* Maintain a clean, organized CNC area and track tooling inventory.
* Train and support operators, liaise with warehouse, and update the MRP system.
REQUIREMENTS
* CNC Laser experience (Press Brake experience a bonus, not essential).
* Strong attention to detail and quality focus.
* Reliability, teamwork, and a proactive approach.
* Happy to work Days.
This is a vacancy on a “green light”, interviews being offered immediately.
Toolmaker
We’re hiring – Skilled Toolmaker Wanted!
We’re looking for an experienced Toolmaker to join a busy, well‑established manufacturing team on a day shift.
If you’re hands‑on, detail‑driven, and enjoy keeping production running at its best, this could be the perfect role for you.
Please be aware that we are in the Clean Air zone. We have plenty of free parking available.
Commutable from
* Birmingham, Walsall, Smethwick, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Brownhills, Wolverhampton, Wednesfield, Willenhall, Halesowen, Moseley and Minworth
DUTIES
* Maintaining, repairing and modifying press tools and tooling.
* Supporting production to minimise downtime.
* Diagnosing faults and carrying out precision repairs.
* Tool try‑outs, improvements and preventative maintenance.
* Working with engineers and production teams to improve tool performance.
* Ensuring tooling meets quality and safety standards.
What we’re looking for
* Experience as a Toolmaker within a pressings/stamping environment.
* Knowledge of press tooling, maintenance and repair would be advantageous.
* Skilled in manual machining (milling, turning, grinding).
* Ability to read engineering drawing.
* A proactive problem solver with strong attention to detail.
* Apprentice trained or equivalent qualification preferred.
If you’re a skilled Toolmaker looking for a long‑term career opportunity, we want to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for more details.
CNC Machinist
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist to join a bespoke and highly successful engineering business. A global supplier with several decades of industry experience, the company is currently entering one of its most exciting periods, driven by increased demand for its products and expansion into other markets.
The successful candidate has the chance to become a key member of the existing team playing an important part in the business’s continued growth and development.
Salary & Benefits
* £36,000 - £38,000
* Paid overtime
* Company performance bonus
* Sick pay
* Free onsite parking
* Easily accessible from public transport
Working Hours
* 37.5 hours per week.
* Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm.
* Start: Immediate start available.
Commutable from
* Burntwood, Lichfield, Aldridge, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
Requirements
* CNC programming experience.
* Ideally experience working with Haas VMC, XYZ Lathe and Bed Mills (but other machine experience will be considered too).
* Exposure to Haas OneCNC and/or XYZ ProtoTRAK controls (advantageous, but training can be provided).
* Experience in manual turning, milling and drilling (advantageous).
* Any experience using CMM equipment would be an advantage.
* Experience of heavier – medium / large components would be ideal, but this isn’t essential.
Forklift Driver
We are currently recruiting for an experienced forklift driver on behalf of our client, a well‑established and growing manufacturing business. This is a fantastic opportunity for a reliable forklift driver who is looking for stable, long‑term work within a busy production environment and opportunities for progression. This role requires a skilled forklift driver with a valid external Counterbalance licence who is comfortable working both in the yard and within the production area.
* Monthly bonus
* Enhanced Pension
* Enhanced holiday increasing with service
* Life assurance
Responsibilities
* Moving tiles off the production line using a counterbalance forklift.
* Stacking finished products in allocated yard locations.
* Organising and maintaining safe storage areas.
* Transporting raw materials from the yard into the factory.
* Supporting the production line with materials using the forklift.
* Picking and packing tiles from the line when required.
* Ensuring materials are moved safely and efficiently to keep production running smoothly.
Requirements
* Valid external Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential).
* Previous experience working as a forklift driver in a yard or manufacturing environment.
* Ability to work rotating day and night shifts.
* Strong awareness of health and safety procedures.
* Reliable, hardworking and able to work as part of a team.
Commutable from
* Bournemouth on Trent, Swadlincote, Ashby‑de‑la‑Zouch, Tamworth, Lichfield and Derby
Cost Engineer
We are looking for a Cost Engineer to take ownership of the RFQ costing from start to finish.
We are growing – and we’re looking for a commercially sharp Cost Engineer. If you can turn complex engineering detail into clear, competitive, and confident quotes, this role puts you right at the heart of how we win business.
DUTIES
* Own the full RFQ costing lifecycle — from technical review to final submission.
* Interpret CAD, drawings, and specs to define scope, routes, and cost drivers.
* Develop robust cost models covering tooling, cycle times, and process assumptions.
* Collaborate with Engineering and NPI to shape manufacturable, competitive solutions.
* Challenge assumptions and ensure feasibility, accuracy, and plant alignment.
* Provide commercial insight and cost visibility to support winning strategies.
What we’re looking for
* Experience in cost estimating or cost engineering (automotive or high‑volume manufacturing preferred).
* Strong understanding of pressings, welded assemblies, tooling concepts, and manufacturing processes.
* Confident reading 2D & 3D CAD drawings and technical specifications.
* Analytical, detail‑driven, and commercially aware.
* Comfortable working cross‑functionally with engineering, finance, and commercial teams.
* Able to translate technical data into clear, traceable, decision‑ready cost models.
EHS & Training Officer
We are a successful manufacturing company in Stoke on Trent, and we are on the hunt for a sharp, hands‑on EHS & Training Officer to strengthen our team.
Are you passionate about building a world‑class safety culture in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment? We are looking for a proactive, hands‑on EHS & Training Officer to champion health, safety, environment and skills development across our Stoke on Trent plant.
Commutable from
* Stoke on Trent, Congleton, Uttoxeter, Eccleshall, Market Drayton, Stafford, Ashbourne, Rocester, Biddulph, Alsager, Nantwich, Crewe, Cheddleton and Alton
Key Responsibilities
* Drive a strong, visible EHS culture across site operations.
* Promote and embed the 15 Principles for Good EHS Behaviour.
* Lead and support robust site risk assessments (suitable, sufficient, compliant, reviewed on time).
* Develop and improve Safe Systems of Work.
* Lead accident & incident investigations, ensuring effective corrective actions.
* Plan and facilitate internal audits, including APS.
* Support and maintain ISO 14001, 45001 & 50001 standards.
* Participate in and prepare for external audits.
* Drive waste and energy reduction initiatives.
* Oversee COSHH compliance and assessments.
* Conduct contractor audits and noise surveys.
* Provide expert EHS advice to Operations and site teams.
* Maintain accurate EHS documentation and records.
* Support New Product Introduction from an EHS perspective.
* Develop innovative initiatives to continuously improve site safety.
* Deliver engaging EHS inductions for employees, contractors, and visitors.
Requirements
* ISO 14001 Auditor (required).
* ISO 45001 Lead Auditor (advantageous).
* A confident EHS professional with strong knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001 & 50001.
* Experienced in manufacturing.
* A skilled trainer and presenter (Train the Trainer qualification desirable).
* You bring several years of progressive EHS experience within FMCG, automotive or similar production environments.
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