CONTROLS ENGINEER

Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Control Systems Engineer (Electrical) to join a family business who are a leading manufacturer and supplier. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of electrical controls within machine building. You must have a background in Programming Siemens PLCs.

The package details for the role of Control Systems Engineer include the below and further at interview:

• Hours are Monday – Friday days
• Salary is very negotiable from £45,000 depending on experience 
• 20 + 8 days Holiday 
• Pension is commenced after 3 months and is standard contributory 
• On site Parking 
• Very stable and friendly working environment 

Along with a minimum NVQ Level 3 or higher in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, the ability to programme Siemens PLCs is essential and have previous experience at a high technical level with completing relevant paperwork. 

Other key duties for the role of Control Systems Engineer include: 

• A strong understanding of electrical control systems
• Knowledge of hydraulics (not essential as training will be given)
• Occasional hands-on building systems for machinery

We would be interested in also talking to Controls Engineers, Electrical Engineers and Maintenance Electricians with PLC programming experience. 

The role is commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Mansfield and Sheffield. 
 

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a TOOLMAKER / BENCH HAND

We are a well- established, busy manufacturing organisation, ISO9001 accredited with the latest CADCAM technology on site.  

Are you a skilled Toolmaker Bench Hand ready to craft excellence and shape innovation? We're seeking talented individuals like YOU to strengthen our team and take your career to the next level!

Commutable from Birmingham, Walsall, Willenhall, Wednesfield, Wolverhampton, Dudley, West Bromwich, Essington, Aldridge, Brownhills, Great Barr and Cannock 

KEY BENEFITS

• Salary: £34,500  
• Paid Overtime
• Day’s role
• Lunchtime finish Fridays
• 33 days holiday (stats included)
• Friendly supportive team
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Busy, consistent, stable organisation, offering long term career certainty 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manufacture, assemble, and maintain precision tools, jigs, and fixtures
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications with precision
• Perform hand-finishing and polishing of components for a flawless finish
• Collaborate with engineers and machinists to ensure top-tier quality
• Troubleshoot and repair tooling to maintain smooth production flow
• Happy to work a Days role

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in toolmaking or as a bench hand
• Ability to hand tools and measurement instruments
• Keen eye for detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship
• Strong understanding of machining techniques and materials
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with excellent teamwork skills
• To be able to work from engineering drawings

Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Purchasing Coordinator to join a very busy production facility near Banbury. This is a fast-paced role that needs high attention in the small team. You must be a motivated individual who will be able to direct and coordinate the purchase of a range of materials for the Company whilst ensuring that they are working in accordance with specifications, budgets and agreed quality standards.

The package details for the role of Procurement Coordinator include the below and further at interview:

• Salary £32,000 - £35,000 depending on experience 
• Hours: 09:00 – 17:00 Monday to Friday, 1 hour lunch, 35 hours per week
• Pension – 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 after 5 years’ service 
• Family friendly – Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave pay, as well as an annual family fun day 
• Death in service benefit – 2 x annual salary

Along with 2 years Procurement experience ideally in a manufacturing environment; you will need excellent communication skills, with an ability to balance conflicting demands. Excellent time management with an ability to remain calm under pressure in an ever-changing environment.

Other key duties for the Purchasing Coordinator role involve:  

• Analyse the daily stock requirement report spreadsheet, placing the necessary purchase orders using Suppliers/Pricing Structures set up by the Buyers whilst maintaining safety stocks and not exceeding stock parameters or warehouse capacity
• Monitor purchase orders to ensure that materials are confirmed, delivered on time, at the agreed price, within agreed specification and comply with the company’s quality standards.
• Maintain regular contact with suppliers to resolve any problems to meet production requirements. 
• Maintain and update raw material ‘Goods In’ schedule for the Warehouse Department, keeping within daily and weekly delivery quotas and ensure regular communication to minimise any adverse factors that may lead to missed production schedules and transport deadlines. 
• Work with Accounts and Buyers to resolve invoice queries. 

We would be keen to also speak to Purchasing Assistants, Procurement Coordinators and Buyers. This role is commutable from Oxford, Banbury, Northampton and Coventry. 
 

Company

With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global, hypergrowth company, 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.

The business are big advocates of personal development, growth and progression, with many success stories of this across the company. 

Role Overview

This important role requires a committed individual who will gain a thorough understanding of the company products, Supply Chain and Operations. 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.

The successful Warehouse Manager will have previous experience in a similar role with team leadership experience. Those from a Stores and Despatch background will be considered especially if gained within a manufacturing environment. You will be used to different ERP tools, capable in Excel, Word, an effective communicator, organised and agile.

Warehouse Manager Salary, Hours and Benefits

• £41,000 (dependant on experience)
• Hours: you are able to work 8:00am – 4:00pm or 7:00am – 3:00pm (or a mix of both), with an early finish on Friday’s
• The chance to join a very successful and growing business
• Up to 10.5% company pension
• Company bonus
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Cash health plan

Commutable From: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Kidderminster  

Warehouse Manager Candidate Requirements – but not limited to

• The Warehouse Manager will have previous experience from a similar role with some leadership experience.
• Previous experience with a manufacturing environment would be highly advantageous.
• You will be IT literate - ERP systems experience will be at advantage.
• Ideally you will have previously worked in a demanding warehouse environment with automated storage and enjoy a ‘hands on’ approach.
• Hold a driving license.
• Forklift license preferred (training can be provided).

Warehouse Manager Key Responsibilities – but not limited to

• Responsible for leading and motivating the team to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner. To include, receiving goods to Stores and delivery to point of requirement according to scheduled and other demands & for Packing, Despatch and Shipping operations.
• Ensure inbound On-Time In-Fill is maximized through prompt and accurate goods receipt. Positively influence Sales On-Time In-Fill through making available raw materials and parts, right time and right place and pulling through Sales Orders to meet customer delivery targets.
• Effective management of stock holding ensuring optimisation of warehouse locations to support the smooth flow of materials and goods to the point of use and outbound shipment of sales orders.
• Line management responsibility for the Warehouse team including, return to work meetings, team morale, KPI creation, performance reviews and appraisals meetings.
• Develop strong relationships with company stakeholders globally - work effectively to support strategic customers.