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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 

Company

This is a long-standing, well-established, successful business who are part of an international group with leading positions in the design, manufacture and supply of products and services to global markets. 

The businesses production works based in Derbyshire is home to their semi-automated steel structures manufacturing plant.

Estimator Role Overview

The business is looking for an experienced Estimator / Steel Estimator / Fabrication Estimator. 

They require a candidate with a proven technical estimating background to join their close-knit team. 

The opportunity will suit candidates from a manufacturing /estimating background looking to develop within an ever-growing business. On offer is a role where you can learn and develop your technical and estimating skills and can further your career within this sector.

This role would ideally suit someone with technical estimating experience from an engineering background and some customer service skills desirable but not essential, training will be given to the right candidate.

Salary, Hours and Benefits

• £34,000 - £36,000
• 28 days annual holiday, increasing to 31 days after 5 years continuous service (inc. 8 statutory bank holidays)
• Company shares scheme (eligible after 6 months continuous service)
• Private medical care (eligible after 6 months continuous service)
• Life Insurance (eligible after 6 months continuous service)
• Access to Rewards Gateway Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Commutable From: Clay Cross, Sutton in Ashfield, Mansfield, Alfreton, Chesterfield, Matlock

Candidate Requirements

• The Estimator will ideally have exposure to engineering, steel / fabrication manufacturing.
• A level of AutoCAD experience / ability to read drawings would be a big advantage.
• Customer focused with good communication skills.
• Handling of quotes.
• Ability to work under pressure to achieve set budgets and goals.
• Analytical Skills with a positive Focused Approach.
• Strong Team Player.

Key Responsibilities 

• The Estimator will establish customer requirements from CAD drawing and documents.
• Preparing and submitting quotations in detail for the costs of items to be supplied.
• Getting quotes from third party suppliers.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with contractors, authorities etc.
• Researching costs of materials, transport, Labour.
• Preparing Contract bids.
• Using a digital platform, contracts finder based on algorithm / Boolean search
• Maximising Opportunities

BENCH HAND

Join our innovative and dynamic team.  We are a leading local manufacturer in the Redditch area, and we pride ourselves on our engineering and service, delivering high quality products to our clients.

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a BENCH HAND

This is an exciting Organisation to be part of, you would be joining a prestigious, state of the Art manufacturing organisation, with a vast multitude of different manufacturing process under one roof.

We are seeking an experienced BENCH HAND to join our skilled team. Ideally, but not essential, you will have some exposure to CNC milling and toolmaking, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to producing top-notch work. If you are passionate about engineering and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Commutable from Birmingham, Henley-in-Arden, Redditch, Studley, Stratford-upon-Avon, Bromsgrove, Northfield, Halesowen, Hollywood, Moseley, Solihull, Alcester, Droitwich and Alvechurch

KEY BENEFITS

• Salary: £28,000 - £32,000
• Days Monday – Friday
• Lunchtime finish Friday
• Busy, well- established organisation
• Super friendly working culture
• Plenty of scope to develop further
• Opportunities for training and career advancement
• Modern, safe working environment
• On site parking and Company Pension

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set-Up & Operation: Operate CNC milling machines if you have the experience
• Toolmaking: Manufacture, maintain, and repair tools, jigs, and fixtures.
• Quality Control: Perform rigorous inspections to ensure components meet exact specifications.
• Working with Engineering drawings
• Use of standard milling machines, grinding and use of conventional Toolroom equipment.

REQUIREMENTS 

• Experience: Knowledge in a toolmaking/CNC milling role.
• Skills: Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints.
• Knowledge: Use of CNC machining processes, beneficial but not essential
• Attention to Detail: High level of precision and attention to detail.
• Education: Apprenticeship or technical qualification in machining/toolmaking or related field is preferred but not essential
• UK based experience

If you would like to be part of a growing success story, where there are unrivalled career prospects for you with truly exciting products, send your CV NOW!
 

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a TOOLMAKER

You would be joining an exceptionally friendly, family orientated, highly successful Birmingham based business. With over 40 years’ experience, we are expert at providing a range of products that deliver quality, robustness, and durability.  This is backed up with a friendly, caring, and personal support service, which is fundamental in building relationships with customers.

You may have just completed your Apprenticeship, and are looking for another role, where you can continue to expand your skill set and experience.

This would be an excellent career move, if you are looking for a long-term career, within a friendly and caring organisation.

Commutable from Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Great Barr, West Bromwich, Minworth, Castle Vale, Tamworth, Lichfield, Smethwick, Cannock and Willenhall

Key Benefits:

• Salary: £30,000 - £33,000
• Free parking on site
• Days – 7.00am to 4 pm Monday to Thursday
• Friday finish at 1pm
• Overtime Paid
• Great longevity with employees
• Super friendly and supportive team
• Very busy
• Family friendly events

Toolmaker Responsibilities:

• Use of standard Toolroom equipment
• Repair and maintenance to existing tools
• New tooling
• Complete relevant tooling notes
• Happy to work days

Toolmaker Requirements:

• Apprentice trained
• Relevant Toolmaking experience
• All areas of Toolmaking are considered – plastic injection moulding, extrusion and pressings
• A learning curve is being offered to the right person
• Happy to work days
• This would suit an Engineer, not long out of Apprenticeship, where you are looking to expand your skills, or  maybe you a highly experienced Toolmaker, who is looking for a steady, stable role, where you will be left to work automously
• Experience of use of standard Toolroom equipment
• This would suit a friendly, easy-going character, as the team is so pleasant

If you would like to be part of a continuing success story, where there are unrivalled career prospects for you with genuinely exciting products, send your CV NOW!

Company

This is a leading manufacturer and supplier, specialising in the machining and assembly of a number of product ranges for clients across the world. Their facility offers state-of-the-art technology combined with a highly competent engineering team, the site offers its customers a complete package for all their machined component requirements.

Role Overview

• The Production Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer will report to the Engineering Manager - the role is to support, grow and continuously improve the manufacture of world class products. 
• You will be a critical part of a team in developing new methods of manufacture for machining of internal components to drawings specifications. 
• The Production Engineer will be required to work closely with the Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing teams to influence the design for manufacture on existing products and NPI. 
• Key elements for the role will be NPI, customer liaison for NPI to include APQP, PPAP activities. 
• Knowledge of designing jigs & fixtures, tooling, create work instructions, improve product flow is essential.

Production Engineer Salary and Hours

• £36,000 – 40,000
• Working hours 7.30am – 4.30pm Monday – Thursday & 7.30am – 12.30pm Friday.

Commutable From: Coventry, Solihull, Rugby, Nuneaton, Hinckley

Essential Candidate Requirements

• A proven track record within a Production Engineer or / Manufacturing Engineer role.
• Strong knowledge of machining techniques, working with manual & CNC machine tools - specifically CNC Turning (knowledge of Mazak controls is desirable but isn’t essential).
• A good knowledge of castings & cutting tools.
• Able to work under own initiative, and as part of a team.

Other Useful Experience

(some of the below would also be nice, not all are required)

• Experience of time measurement and analysis of lost time.
• Communicating and presenting data effectively.
• Familiar with Quality Systems / PPAP & Environmental Issues.
• Experience implementing Lean improvements.
• Experience in mid / low volume assemblies.
• Ability to pick up a project from cradle to grave hitting pre-determined timelines

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a PRODUCTION MANAGER.

This is an exciting Organisation to be part of, you would be joining a prestigious, state of the art manufacturing organisation. Specialising in high quality products, 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, our teams are accomplished teams of experts, highly specialised in the development, industrialisation and production.

This is a Days role with an early finish on Friday

Commutable from Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Telford, Kidderminster, Halesowen, Dudley, West Bromwich, Walsall,

Cannock, Aldridge, Sutton Coldfield, Erdington and Wednesbury

KEY BENEFITS FOR THE SUCCESFUL PRODUCTION MANAGER

• Salary: £45,000 - £55,000
• Free parking on site
• Unlimited Career progression
• Extra generous holiday entitlement
• Lunchtime Friday finish
• Excellent Pension contributions
• Very stable, busy manufacturing organisation
• Friendly, long - standing staff
• Days position

PRODUCTION MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overseeing Production Processes: Develop production plans and schedules to meet output demand and quality standards. Ensure efficiency and safety throughout the process.
• Budget Management: Monitor the production budget, forecast expenses, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Resource Management: Maintain adequate material and equipment supplies, minimize downtime, and achieve targets.
• Health and Safety: Uphold health and safety standards, train employees, and maintain equipment.
• Quality Control: Monitor product quality and implement procedures to improve efficiency.
• Team Management and Communication: Support, train, and manage production teams. Collaborate with other departments to align with company goals.
• Problem-Solving and Efficiency: Identify and resolve issues to maximize quality, safety, and efficiency.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PRODUCTION MANAGER

• Significant senior management experience
• You will have gained your management experience from within manufacturing – Essential
• Ideally a high - volume production environment
• Exposure to working in continuous improvement culture
• A real “can do” attitude, energetic, adaptable and empathetic
• Happy to work days

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a World Class manufacturing organisation