Scott's Monthly Pick Of The Bunch - Design

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

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. 

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!