Manufacturing & Production

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. They 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 dependent on experience
• 37.5 hours per week, with some flexibility and an early Friday finish
• The chance to join a very successful, hypergrowth company that offer realistic progression and growth
• Up to 10.5% company pension
• Company bonus
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Cash health plan
• A modern, forward-thinking place to work

Commutable From: Wolverhampton, Walsall, Telford, Shrewsbury, Birmingham

Role Overview

This is an important role within the Supply Chain Team - it requires a committed and customer focused individual with a supplier centric approach to global multi-site manufacturing. There will be opportunity to gain a thorough understanding of the company products and the Supply Chain. This will involve gaining knowledge of Suppliers, Products, and Global Operational activity. 

You will be proactive and driven to support the business units to generate growth through your pragmatic and imaginative approach to their Procurement and Supply Chain activity. The Buyer – Manufacturing position reports directly into the Purchasing Manager, operating within a team covering all procurement processes for the organisation. 

As part of a small team, the business requires an experienced Buyer - Manufacturing to bring professionalism and critical thinking to the Purchasing Department. A critical part of the company growth strategy will be focused on the ability of the department to evolve the existing supply chain and remain agile.

The right candidate is expected to be confident in buying for all areas but will specifically need to be familiar and confident with manufacturing procurement. 

You will be expected to work with many stakeholders including Production, Stores, Engineering and Project Management to achieve the best business outcomes.

Buyer – Manufacturing Candidate Requirements 

• Proven experience of a fast-paced manufacturing procurement, including a familiarisation of working with BoMs and ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Ability to work, tactically and operationally.
• Proven negotiation skills, contract management and the ability to forge relationships across all levels of the business.
• Proven track record of being accountable across a variety of roles within Procurement.
• Commercial and financial acumen, with sound analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated “global mindset” with the ability to think across disciplines, industries, cultures and scenarios.
• High work ethic with strong focus on excellent customer service.
• Good presentation and communication skills. 
• High level of Excel competency. 
• Able to interpret technical / safety regulatory information.
• Clean UK driving license require with a willingness to travel.
• A strong culture fit – with a bias for action, accountability and teamwork.
• Unphased by working with a lack of information / ambiguity.

Buyer – Manufacturing Key Responsibilities

• Manage spend on various categories across multiple manufacturing sites taking a sustainable supplier centric approach.
• Negotiate stock holding agreements or other methods to enable smooth materials flow.
• Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain to maximise customer order delivery success.
• Effective communication of any parts availability risk ensuring that all options to resolve any availability concern is fully explored and appropriate action taken.
• Purchase Order placement for both system driven manufacturing materials and requisitioned parts.
• Identify and implement process improvements in conjunction with cross-functional project teams.
• Supplier development to support achievement of KPIs.
• Manage vendor performance including involvement with supplier audits.
• Identify potential new suppliers and negotiate best terms from all suppliers.
• Interaction with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally.
• Involvement with NPD, NPI and engineering change activity and effective co-ordination of suppliers and stock requirements

Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Technical Support Engineer to join a world leading supplier in their field. Privately owned, their global reach extends to 20 countries, and in the UK they develop and manufacture bespoke products which are exported around the world.

This is a great opportunity to join them in a key role as Technical Support Engineer, where you would provide a proactive, effective, and efficient technical service and customer complaint root cause analysis function within the business. The successful candidate with clear focus and direction will ensure all deliverables are achieved, on time and to the highest quality standards within a rapidly growing and developing organisation.

The excellent package details for the role of Technical Support Engineer include:

• Salary £46,000 + Bonus
• Monday – Friday hours are 7am – 4.15pm Monday – Thursday and Friday 7am – 12pm 
• Company Pension 
• Enhanced Annual leave of 24 + 8 days holiday increasing with length of service to 26
• 4x Death in Service 
• Private Medical Insurance after 12 months 

To make a successful Technical Support Engineer you will be a very driven individual with a proven track record in a technical electro / mechanical fault-finding and Service work whilst also being able to lead and develop a small team. Experience with an ERP system such as SAP is essential along with a minimum of HNC in Mechanical or Electronics. Other key duties involve:

• Co-ordinate all activities within the Service / CCF department such as primary investigations, and corrective action
• Processing customer enquiries for mechanical, electrical, documentation and testing requirements according to agreed procedures.
• Quotations for service work and spares to the required specifications.
• The requirement of quick response times to customer complaint enquiries is essential to sales companies and end customers, therefore the role is measured against agreed KPIs.
• Ensure primary inspections are completed in accordance with department service level agreements and that technical clarity is assured.
• Manage end to end all customer complaint investigations through to root cause and prepare suitable technical reports.

The Technical Support Engineer role is commutable from Northampton, Wellingborough, Bedford, Leicester and Peterborough. 

Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Service Engineer for one of the UKs largest manufacturers of equipment. With their machinery distributed worldwide, they are looking to expand in the service department, and this would be a great time to join a business that is extremely busy with plenty of work. We are looking for a Multi-Skilled Service Engineer with hydraulic, mechanical and general electrical experience.

You will drive a company van across the UK and travel abroad, repairing and commissioning. When not out on the road, you will be based at the site in Nottingham, refurbishing second hand machinery.

The package details for the role of Service Engineer include:

• Salary £40,000 - £42,000 depending on experience.  
• Monday – Friday days, 8am – 5pm. 
• Plenty of overtime due to some overnight stays 
• Company Pension 
• Company van and credit card provided.  

For the role of Service Engineer, we are keen to talk to people who have experience with mechanical and hydraulic machines. General electrical ability - wiring motors and control panels etc and Welding experience. Other key duties involve:  

• Recycling machinery or with any similar machinery: conveyors, metal or mining equipment etc
• Ability to communicate with customers at all levels.
• Experience with pneumatics is a advantage.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

The Service Engineer role is commutable from Derby and Nottingham but can cover UK and worldwide. 

We are a well established and highly regarded manufacturing 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. 

As a Weekend Shift Maintenance Technician, you will have the opportunity to work in a technically diverse setting, gaining exposure to a wide range of plant and equipment. Join our maintenance team, known for its longevity and grow professionally in a dynamic and rewarding role.

Benefits: 

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

• Competitive Salary: £54,000
• Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
• Company Funded Pension
• Onsite Parking 
• Exposure to a Technically Diverse Environment
• Opportunities for Career Advancement within a Stable Organisation

Duties of a Maintenance Technician

As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician, your key responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking both planned and reactive maintenance tasks across our plant.
• Utilising your multi-skilled abilities to handle various technical challenges.
• Supporting a range of plant and equipment within our diverse manufacturing environment.
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, Plc controls, robot, hydraulic and pneumatic issues to implement effective solutions.

Requirements of a Maintenance Technician

To excel in this role, you must meet the following criteria:

• Hold formal Electrical or Mechanical qualifications to either a City & Guilds Level or NVQ standard.
• Ideally, be apprentice trained.
• Possess genuine multi-skilled abilities to tackle diverse maintenance tasks.
• Proven experience supporting plant and equipment in a manufacturing, process, or production environment.
• Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to maintaining high-quality workmanship and safety standards.

If you are a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician seeking a rewarding career in a technically diverse manufacturing business, we invite you to apply. 

Join us and be a part of our commitment to excellence and employee satisfaction.

The Maintenance Technician role is commutable from Alvechurch, Bromsgrove, Driotwich, Hartlebury, Kidderminster, Redditch, Stourport on Severn & Worcester. 

Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Technical Maintenance Engineer to join an experienced and dedicated Engineering Team near Banbury on days Monday – Friday. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to utilise their engineering skills. This role would suit someone ambitious and ready to take the next step in their career.

The package details for the role of Technical Maintenance Engineer include:

• Salary up to £56,000 depending on experience.  
• 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday days 8.30am – 4.30pm
• Pension is 3% paid via salary sacrifice, saving you tax and NI contributions.
• Annual Salary Reviews – an annual pay review is conducted every January.
• Holiday – 23 days plus bank holidays, rising to 25 plus bank holidays after 5 years’ service.

This role has been called a Technical Maintenance Engineer as your main duty is to support the site Engineering Manager. You must be an Apprentice trained Electrical Engineer with Mechanical & Electronical / PLC skills with 17th / 18th Edition qualification.

Other key duties involve:  

• Support the day-to-day maintenance of the site and to assist the Engineering Manager with co-ordinating the safe and efficient operations of the site in accordance with health and safety and legislative requirements.
• To carry out risk assessments of routine maintenance procedures and unplanned works.
• Supporting shift engineers with day to day challenging tasks and looking to resolve in a timely, effective manner 
• Assisting with maintaining the stores and the correct critical spares are kept in stock, and ensuring replacement of parts as required at all times.
• Must be competent in both electrical and mechanical principles
• Must be able to use PLC Control and understand machine data networks 
• Must be able to read mechanical and electrical schematic diagram

The Technical Maintenance Engineer role is commutable from Leicester, Northampton, Corby, Kettering, and Peterborough.

Manufacturing Manager (Special Purpose Machine Build) - Join Our Unique Business With A Strong Legacy

About Us:

Our company has a respected and established presence in the region for many years, producing well-known products that has garnered global recognition. With extremely low staff turnover, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and stable working environment for our employees.

Benefits Available for a Manufacturing Manager

• Negotiable Base Salary in the Region of £60,000
• Flexi Time & Working from Home Options 
• Annual Tax Free Bonus 
• Enhanced Company Pension
• Above Average Holiday Entitlement (with the option to buy and sell days)
• Life Assurance (above market average) 
• Paid Overtime  
• Ongoing Training & Development 
• The Opportunity to join a Well Established and Growing Business where your Input will make a real difference

Duties of a Manufacturing Manager

As Special Purpose Machine Build Manager you will lead a multi-disciplined team of technicians to ensure each build is completed on time, within budget and that its handed over to the customer with complete satisfaction.  

As part of your role you will also be tasked with managing site services, driving 5S and ensuring all statutory regulations are adhered to.

Requirements of a Manufacturing Manager

Have a proven background in leading an engineering team within a special purpose machine build environment. Where you have had direct responsibility for plant performance, achieving targets, process development, mentoring staff, setting and monitoring KPI’s and managing critical projects.

You will ideally be:

• Qualified to a HNC standard Mechanically  
• Hold either ILM or NEBSM accreditation. 
• Have climbed the ranks of engineering (ideally from a toolmaking or fitting apprentice) into a management position. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a long-standing reputation for excellence. If you are a skilled and forward-thinking Manufacturing Manager with relevant experience, apply now to be part of our vibrant team and contribute to our continued growth and success.

The role is commutable from most areas of Warwickshire & The West Midlands