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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CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator (Milling or Turning) - Nights Role

Due to an expansion, we are now recruiting for several roles! We offer a good variety of job roles, A good level of experience would be ideal but not overly required as some training can be provided. Roles include both manual work and machining (see below)

Salary/Benefits and Night Shifts for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

  • Starting salary at £36,000 up to £46,000 (DOE)  
  • Company pension with a total weekly contribution of 8%.
  • Health and Safety bonus system every 6 months for qualified individuals.
  • Overtime paid at time and a half – available after 1pm Friday until Monday – paid lunch break.
  • Monday to Thursday 6pm – 6am.

Roles available for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

  • Manual Vertical Borers Setter/Operators (Turning)
  • Manual Horizontal Borers Setter/Operators (Milling)
  • CNC Horizontal Borer Setter/Operator/Programmer
  • CNC Elgamill Setter/Operator/Programmer

Requirements for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

Manual:

  • Have experience of setting and operating manual boring machines or have a similar background (in either milling or turning)
  • Work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy work pieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect parts.

CNC Borers:

  • Roles available for experience in Heidenhain control systems and Fanuc (Fanuc also uses Cimcon CADCam for programming)
  • Work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy work pieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect parts.

CNC Vertical Borer Setter/Operator/Programmer:

  • Have some CNC Setter/Operator/Programmer experience using Fanuc control systems (also uses Cimco CADCam for programming)
  • Be able to work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy workpieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect the parts.

Join our team of CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator (Milling or Turning)

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become part of our talented team of professionals. With competitive pay, generous benefits, and ample opportunities for growth, this is your chance to shine. Join us as we embark on an exciting journey towards success.

This job is commutable from: Oldham, Manchester, Stockport and surrounding areas.

 

Advanced Machine Operator, Straight Day Working, Cutting Edge Technology

Due to expansion we are seeking to recruit a Advanced Machine Operator to join our team. 

Benefits: 

In return for your skills and experience, we offer:-

  • Annual Salary in the Region of £42,000
  • Day Working 
  • Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
  • Enhanced Company Pension (with above average company contribution)
  • Tax Efficient Company Car Option 
  • Straight Day Working (Mon – Fri) 
  • Free Onsite Parking 
  • GENUINE Ongoing Training & Career Development

Duties of an Advanced Machine Operator

  • As a proven Machine Operator, you will be required to operate our complex production plant, alongside undertaking preventive and first line maintenance activities. 

Requirements of an Advanced Machine Operator

  • You must have experience of operating complex production equipment where you have undertaken basic maintenance checks. 
  • Alongside your experience you will ideally be apprentice trained but MUST be qualified Electrically and ideally have an understanding of  Plc Controls and Robot technology.  

This is a great opportunity to move your career into a stable market sector, where you will not only gain an incredible benefits package and ongoing training and development, but also be secure in the knowledge that you will be in a stable working environment supporting some of the most cutting edge equipment in the region. 

The Advanced Machine Operator role is commutable from Bedworth, Coventry, Dunchurch, Hinckley, Kenilworth, Leamington Spa & Rugby

 

Maintenance Fitter – Have you just completed your Apprenticeship, are you Mid-Career or a Senior Engineer? 

We are looking For Fitters at all stages of their career to join our established mechanical maintenance team.

About Us: 

We are a well established and highly regarded engineering business with a track record of providing top quality products into a stable industry sector. With a low staff turnover, we offer a stable and supportive work environment for our employees and we don’t work shifts! 

Benefits Available for a Maintenance Fitter: 

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy the following salary and benefits:

  • Competitive Salary: to£40,000
  • Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
  • Company Funded Pension
  • Fully Funded Sick Pay 
  • Onsite Parking 
  • Day Working (Monday – Friday)
  • Opportunities for Career Advancement within a Stable Organisation

Duties of a Maintenance Fitter:

As a proven Maintenance Fitter you will be required to undertake both planned and reactive maintenance across our plant, which will require you to have experience of supporting plant and equipment within either a heavy engineering or process plant environment, which has required you to support machine tools, hydraulic valves, gearboxes and pumps.  

If in addition you have any tig welding or pipe fitting experience our projects team will also be able to utilise your skills, as we will if you also have additional experience of mentoring apprentices, issuing permits and managing statutory inspections. 


Requirements of a Maintenance Fitter:

  • Ideally you will have undertaken a formal Mechanical Apprenticeship but must be qualified to either a City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ 3 standard mechanically. 


This is a great opportunity to move your career into an organisation that will offer you will not only an incredible benefits package, but also be secure in the knowledge that you will be in a stable working environment and classified as a Key Worker. 


The Maintenance Fitter role is commutable from Birmingham, Dudley, Halesowen, Oldbury, Smethwick, Wednesbury & West Bromwich. 

 

CNC Sliding Head Machinist Required with Immediate start available.

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a CNC Sliding Head Machinist to be part of a small / medium manufacturing company in the Birmingham area. 

Our inclusive and friendly culture sets us apart, providing you with total support whenever needed. We boast a rich tradition of excellence, reliability and innovation, proudly contributing to the esteemed industrial heritage of the UK.

Our location is conveniently commutable from Lichfield, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Solihull, Moseley, Stourbridge, Halesowen, Minworth, Aston, Wednesfield and Harbourne

Key Benefits:

  • Salary: £14 - £15 per hour
  • Paid Overtime
  • 37 Hour working week
  • Death in Service Life assurance
  • Loyalty schemes
  • Lunchtime Friday finish
  • Well established, offering great stability.
  • Birmingham based SME organisation.
  • Friendly team
  • Easily accessible

CNC Setter Operator Responsibilities:

  • Ensuring seamless production of parts
  • Setting and Operating CNC sliding head machines
  • Gauging the final product
  • Rectifying faults
  • Implementing preventative measures
  • Loading raw materials and unloading finished components
  • Upholding the 5S methodology

CNC Setter Operator Requirements:

  • Experience of setting and operating CNC sliding Head machines
  • Happy to work days
  • A team player, we are a friendly bunch!
  • If you can tweak existing programs, that would be a bonus, though not essential

Send your details over asap, and we will contact you to discuss further.

 

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a Test Engineer in a unique and fascinating role within our organization. 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.

This is an unrivalled opportunity to be part of an outstanding organisation, where your long-term prospects would be beyond outstanding.

Quality Control is paramount, and our Quality standards, are only as good as the people who test, and why your diligence ensures the quality of every single part being accurate.

Our location is conveniently commutable from Lichfield, Sutton Coldfield, Tamworth, Solihull, Birmingham, Cannock, Atherstone, Nuneaton, Rugeley, Burntwood, Aldridge, Walsall, Aston and Minworth

Key Benefits:

  • Salary: £42,000 - £47,000
  • Unrivalled Long-term prospects
  • Super generous contributory pension
  • Annual bonus
  • Car scheme available
  • Subsidised canteen
  • 26 days of holiday
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Pristine modern working environment

Responsibilities:

  • Install and develop systems to support testing
  • Process improvement of testing
  • Planning new test facilities
  • Conducting tests
  • Constructing test cells
  • Processing quality issues
  • Service test cells

Requirements:

  • Experience and knowledge of test cells 
  • Either internal combustion or electric motors
  • Apprentice trained
  • Borad knowledge of engine manufacturing and investigations
  • You may be a Test Engineer, who wants to expand your knowledge more into planning of tests
  • Or, you may enjoy “hands-on” test of engines, and investigations
  • IT literate
  • This would suit a highly self -motivated, adaptable individual 

This role will suit someone who thrives in a proactive and initiative-driven team. If you are seeking a long and rewarding career within a remarkable working environment, we welcome your application. 

Enjoy our exceptional range of benefits and opportunities!

 

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: West Midlands

Salary: £41,000 per annum

Working Hours: Days (Monday – Friday) + Early Friday Finish 

Benefits:  

  • Paid Overtime Opportunities
  • Generous Holiday Entitlement
  • Company-Funded Pension Scheme
  • Free On-site Car Parking
  • Early Friday Finish 

Are you a highly skilled and electrically qualified Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician with mechanical proficiency and additional expertise in hydraulics and pneumatics? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are a well established and respected business with a rich history in the region. Our commitment to quality, innovation and excellence has positioned us as a leader in our industry. 

With a strong focus on employee satisfaction, we boast a track record of low staff turnover and a positive, collaborative work environment.

Duties of a Maintenance Technician:

  • As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting a diverse range of manufacturing plant and equipment. This includes CNC controlled machinery, robotics and a variety of bespoke equipment integral to our operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with manufacturing equipment, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Collaborate with production teams to optimise machinery performance and efficiency.
  • Provide technical support for CNC controlled plant, robotic systems, and bespoke equipment.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of preventive maintenance programs.
  • Adhere to health and safety standards, ensuring a safe working environment.

Requirements of a Maintenance Technician:  

  • Electrical qualification and proven experience in electrical maintenance.
  • Mechanical competence with a strong understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
  • Familiarity with CNC controlled machinery and robotic systems.
  • Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

If you are a motivated and skilled Maintenance Engineer looking to join a dynamic team, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Join us and contribute to our legacy of excellence in manufacturing. We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated team!

The role is commutable from Birmingham, Coleshill, Erdington & Sutton Coldfield.