Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Tool Room Engineer to join a busy fast paced manufacturing environment that supply to a range of industry sectors such as garden, home, catering, aerospace and automotive. You will be ensuring optimum performance and safe operation of all Mould tools to assist in the efficient running of the plant whilst maintaining good housekeeping. 

The package details for the role of Tool Room Engineer include the below and further at interview:

• Salary £35,000 rising to £38,000 after probation 
• Monday – Friday 8am – 4.30pm 
• Company pension matched up to 8%
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays 
• Health care plan 
• Excellent discount on company products 

You must hold a time served apprenticeship in toolmaking, machining or engineering. Knowledge of injection moulding process is beneficial and being able to read technical drawings. 

Other key duties and experience for the Tool Room Engineer role involve:  

• Carries out breakdown maintenance on all mould tools, jigs, fixtures etc.
• Carries out preventative maintenance on all mould tools, jigs, fixtures etc.
• Carries out projects associated with tools, tooling and/or manufacturing equipment as requested by the Tool Room Manager.
• Provides shift cover in the Tool Room when required.
• Attends college/training courses where applicable.
• Ensures conformance to the Company Quality System procedures as documented.

The Tool Room Engineer role is commutable from Oxford, Banbury, Daventry, Southam and Buckingham 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a European leading business, where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, a business that has doubled in size these last few years.

They are proud of their fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment, where customer satisfaction and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything that they do.

Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £27,000 - £33,000 dependant on experience
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm (with some flexibility)
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life insurance cover
• Employee Assistance Programme

The IT Frontline Service Technician role is commutable from the following areas: Derby, Nottingham, Sutton in Ashfield, Mansfield, Chesterfield.

IT Frontline Service Technician Role Overview

This is an exciting time for the business as the continue with their business expansion and the successful candidate will have access to some of the latest technology and will be a key member of the team to help shape the direction of IT within the business.

They are looking for an IT Frontline Service Technician that has been doing a 1st/2nd line support role, and that has also had a bit of experience at 3rd line if possible. You will need to be able to triage incoming tickets/requests, diagnose and resolve the tickets as best you can, and escalate up to 3rd line where you are unable to resolve the issue directly, but you will also be taken through the 3rd line resolution with the infrastructure team in order to better develop overall knowledge.

The role currently reports to the Head of IT, you will work closely with the Infrastructure Team on a daily basis but will also be involved with the rest of the IT team on other projects.

Time will be given to the successful candidate to attend any required training courses, and they also have access to Udemy training, so you can attend any of the training courses available if you wish in order to extend your list of skills and experiences.

The business has 6 sites, but the role is based in Derbyshire, with the occasional travel to the other sites as and when required.

IT Frontline Service Technician Candidate Requirements (but not limited to)

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic networking experience: 
  • Understanding of common network devices: Firewalls, routers, switches, and access points
  • Cabling: Patching to switches and making cables
• Methodical approach to investigating issues using tools such as Google, ChatGPT etc
• Great people skills with people from diverse backgrounds and IT skills levels
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Reliable and punctual
• You will have a driving license and access to your own car
• Candidates must have permanent UK Right to Work

IT Frontline Service Technician Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Basic end user training
• Creation and upkeep of documentation in Confluence
• User onboarding and offboard: 
  • Creating new users
  • Assigning rights to relevant software and files
  • Resetting passwords
• Installation and configuring new and existing desktops, laptops, mobiles phones and tablets
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting software and hardware issues
• Repairing and replacing damaged/failed computer and network components
• Supporting people whenever they encounter challenges with computers and network devices
• To undertake project work as assigned by the IT Management Team
• Liaise with 3rd party support
• Stock management of IT equipment

Production Planner

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a European leading business, where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, a business that has doubled in size these last few years.

They are proud of their fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment, where customer satisfaction and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything that they do.

Production Planner Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £27,000 - £32,000 
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm (with some flexibility)
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life insurance cover
• Employee Assistance Programme

The Production Planner role is commutable from the following areas: Derby, Nottingham, Sutton in Ashfield, Mansfield, Chesterfield.

Production Planner Candidate Requirements

• The Manufacturing Production Planner will have detailed understanding of manufacturing and production processes.
• Strong ownership and influencing skills – required to work across a wide stakeholder group. 
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in supply chain management within the manufacturing industry.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• MRP systems proficiency (Microsoft Dynamics would be ideal but isn’t essential).
• Proficient in Excel.
• Demonstrable capability in handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented and tenacious with strong organisational skills.

Production Planner Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Review and action MRP recommendations to release Production Orders required to enable OTIF across the product range.  
• Input into item parameter and BOM changes based on commodity knowledge, facilitate and maximise efficiency whilst maintaining integrity and excellence.  
• Work with Production to plan capacity and schedule work into Production.
• Preparate sales order data to facilitate the management of sales orders.
• Manage daily orders through the production process.
• Work closely with Sales to communicate any impacts on fulfilment date where stock is not available.
• Facilitate the resolution of issues and potential blockages within the Production Process to achieve OTIF. 
• Ensure that all sales orders are shipped and invoiced on the day that they are despatched.
• Work with Production Planning Analyst to ensure that production is forward planned, agreed, and actioned.
• Own documentation relating to Production Planning activities.  Develop, document, and maintain a thorough set of Process Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures, and Work Instructions encompassing activities conducted within sphere of responsibility. 
• Provide input into process improvements across the E2E business.

Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Maintenance Electrician to join a busy fast paced manufacturing environment that supply to a range of industry sectors such as garden, home, catering, aerospace and automotive. You will be part of a Maintenance team of 6 working a double day shift pattern of 6am – 2pm / 2pm – 10pm. This is an outstanding opportunity to join such a lovely business with an excellent Maintenance Manager. 

The package details for the role of Maintenance Electrician include the below and further at interview:

• Salary from £45,000 depending on experience 
• Monday – Friday 6am – 2pm / 2pm – 10pm
• Company pension matched up to 8%
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays 
• Health care plan 
• Excellent discount on company products 

You must hold a minimum Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical and training in 17th / 18th Edition IEE wiring regulations, or equivalent. You must be a multi-skilled engineer with Electrical bias with either Injection Moulding, packaging, print, FMCG, plastics or food experience.

Other key duties and experience for the Maintenance Electrician role involve:  

• Previous experience with Hydraulic drawings and pneumatics 
• Diagnose hydraulic valve or cylinder issues 
• Electrical fault-finding experience 
• When reactive job is allocated ensure that the task is personally owned and followed through to completion or when shift handover required the maintenance supervisor is given all the correct information.
• Personally own any planned preventative tasks issued and liaise with operations to ensure task is completed to a high standard, with minimal operational disruption.
• The Maintenance Electrician role is commutable from Oxford, Banbury, Daventry, Southam and Buckingham 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a European leading business, where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, a business that has doubled in size these last few years.

They are proud of their fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment, where customer satisfaction and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything that they do.

Stores Supervisor Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £35,000 
• 39 hours per week, Monday – Friday
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life insurance cover
• Employee Assistance Programme

Commutable from the following areas: Derby, Nottingham, Sutton in Ashfield, Mansfield, Chesterfield.

Role Overview

The Stores Supervisor will oversee order processing and coordinate the daily warehousing activities, including responsibilities across Despatch. You will implement production, productivity, quality and customer service standards and continuing to ensure that daily operations meet and exceed daily performance. 

Stores Supervisor Essential Requirements

• Must be able to demonstrate experience working in a highly pressurised environment - the business is looking for this person to be able to identify, raise and offer solutions
• Proven and demonstrable Supervisory experience, you will have the ability to direct and coordinate operations
• This is a hands-on role, so you will have experience of and be prepared to be hands-on
• Knowledge of stores software packages and MS office proficiency
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with strong organizational and time management skills
• Driving licence
• Relevant qualifications in logistics, supply chain management or business administration – desirable but not essential

Stores Supervisor Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Achieve high levels of customer satisfaction through excellence in receiving, identifying, despatching and assuring quality of goods
• Measure and report the effectiveness of stores activities and employee’s performance 
• Organise and maintain inventory and storage area
• Ensure shipments and inventory transactions accuracy
• Communicate job expectations and coach employees, building a strong team
• Determine staffing levels and assign workload
• The Stores Supervisor will interface with other departments to answer questions or solve problems
• Maintain items record, document necessary information and utilize reports to project Stores status
• Identify areas of improvement and establish innovative or adjust existing work procedures and practices
• Maintain health and safety standards

This is a very successful and growing family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, a business that has doubled in size these last few years.

Mobile Vehicle Technician Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £34,000
• 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life insurance cover
• Profit Related Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme

This role is commutable from the following areas: Northampton, Kettering, Wellingborough, Corby, Rugby

Mobile Vehicle Technician Role Overview

This business operates in a very niche and rewarding industry, working very closely with their customer, ensuring each customers individual needs are met. This is varied role, where two days are never the same.

The business is looking for a highly motivated team player, who is looking for an opportunity to be a part of making a difference to someone’s life by improving their mobility. There is a positive, friendly and encouraging family culture across the business.

They will provide an excellent induction and training program and on-going full support to enable you to be successful in the role.

Mobile Vehicle Technician Candidate Requirements

• The successful candidate will be an experienced Automotive Mechanic or Engineer who has extensive experience of Vehicle Mechanics, Electrics and Body Structure, who has undertaken a structured training scheme or recognised Apprenticeship.
• Be flexible and be used to working to high standards.
• Hold a recognised qualification in Motor Vehicle Mechanics or a related subject.
• Sufficient engineering experience to carry out light fabrication work, ideally including MIG welding.
• Good understanding of auto electrical wiring systems, ideally holding an IMI level 3 Electric/Hybrid vehicle training certificate (ideal but not essential).
• A desire to contribute to the ongoing success of the branch.
• Strong ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Hold a full clean driving license.

Mobile Vehicle Technician Key Responsibilities

• The Mobile Vehicle Technician will provide a professional installation service for all the company products.
• Travel as required to various customer and car dealership premises. A suitable vehicle and tools will be provided.
• Deal with customers in a friendly and helpful manner.
• Work to a weekly and daily schedule.
• Ensure all work is completed to the highest standard.

Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Maintenance Electrician to join an experienced and dedicated Engineering team near Corby on a permanent night shift working Sunday to Thursday, 22.00-06.00. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to utilise their engineering skills and join a privately owned global business. As well as being focused on continuous improvement and implementing specific products, as a Maintenance Electrician you will also be responsible for maintaining the upkeep of the buildings and grounds areas of the plant facility.

The package details for the role of Maintenance Electrician include the below and further at interview:

• Salary £50,000 (including shift allowance)
• 40 hours per week, Sunday to Thursday, 22.00-06.00
• 3% paid via salary sacrifice, saving you tax and NI contributions
• 20 days plus bank holidays, rising to 25 plus bank holidays after 5 years’ service
• Death in service benefit – 2 x annual salary
• An annual pay review is conducted every January

Along with a minimum NVQ Level 3 or higher in Engineering Maintenance or equivalent, as a Maintenance Electrician you will be required to have experience/further education in engineering. Experience of PLC systems for fault finding and minor programming modifications. Experience using and installing Variable Speed Drives VSD’s within an FMCG environment is beneficial. 
Other key duties involve:  

• Maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Identifying, diagnosing and fixing faults and breakdowns.
• Carrying out of planned Preventative Maintenance.
• Facilitating and executing continuous improvement activities.

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

This is your chance to join an internationally recognised business / brand, who are in a substantial period of growth. They have a unique environment, a great bunch to work with who are incredibly passionate about their products and the industry as a whole.

Most of their staff have worked in the industry for a long time and they are looking for an individual who wishes to grow with the company and share in their current and future success.

Role Overview

Due to continued growth, the business is looking for an experienced Electronics Engineer to join their established team on a full-time permanent basis. This is an important position within the R&D team, and you will be key in driving the development of new products from initial design, through to production and post-production maintenance.

Electronics Engineer Pay and Benefits

• £40,000 - £50,000
• 33 days holiday
• Sick pay
• Death in service cover
• Unique, relaxed environment
• Casual dress code

Commutable From: Northampton, Wellingborough, Rugby, Kettering, Bedford, Milton Keynes

Electronics Engineer Person Specification

• Degree qualified in electronics or similar engineering subject.
• 5+ years’ commercial experience in electronic design, ideally within audio electronics.
• The Electronics Engineer will ideally have audio experience working with ADC/DAC (Analogue/Digital Converters) and associated components, Op-amps etc.
• High speed digital electronics experience, working with microcontrollers, DSPs etc.
• PCB layout and design experience.
• A guitar or bass player of any experience level is preferred but isn’t essential.

Electronics Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Project lead and design of system architecture.
• Responsible for all research and full development, through full life cycle, of assigned projects.
• Contributing towards new innovative design ideas to drive the company technology forward.
• Undertaking the building and testing of electronic prototypes.
• Brainstorming new product ideas and technical requirements/ specifications.
• Communicating with UK and overseas teams on project-specific topics.
• Assisting other day-to day technical activities of the R&D department.
• Possible, infrequent overseas travel as required – this is not essential, however can be an exciting opportunity for an engineer to broaden their knowledge and experience.

This is a very successful and growing family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, a business that has doubled in size these last few years.

Automotive Service Manager Pay, Hours and Benefits

• £35,000 - £40,000, dependant on experience  
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
• £4,000 annual bonus, paid quarterly
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life insurance cover, Profit Related Pay, Employee Assistance Programme, Full Training provided

This role is commutable from the following areas: Sheffield, Chesterfield, Sutton in Ashfield, Mansfield, Worksop, Alfreton

Role Overview

• The Automotive Service Manager will be responsible for achieving maximum output of the branch through strategic planning and efficiencies whilst maintaining excellent customer service and quality standards.
• Leading and mentoring a small team of experienced and dedicated colleagues, you will coordinate the daily smooth running of the branch and drive it to even greater success, whilst ensuring the branch is compliant with policies and procedures. 
• This Automotive Service Manager role would suit an experienced automotive manager with lots of fantastic ideas and a proactive, positive attitude. 

Automotive Service Manager Candidate Requirements

• Proven track record of effective scheduling
• A passion for delivering great customer service
• High levels of literacy and numeracy
• Good organisational and IT skills
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain calm under pressure
• An understanding of modern motor vehicle technology
• Excellent people management skills

Automotive Service Manager Key Responsibilities

• Managing the diaries of a small team of technicians, support staff and sales team, you will ensure productivity and efficiency targets are achieved
• Ensure the work is carried out to the highest standards and on time
• Delivering excellent customer service at all times, resolving any issues quickly and to the satisfaction of the customer
• Ensuing that parts are ordered On-Time-In-Full
• Developing and mentoring staff 
• Building a strong team ethos and employee engagement 
• Ensuring the business always remain compliant with company, manufacturer and health and safety policies
• Reviewing and analysing department KPI and financial reports, and motivating staff to exceed objectives
• An understanding of how to identify and maximise sales opportunities, remaining honest, ethical and compliant at all times
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with local car Dealerships

Probe Technical Recruitment are recruiting a great opportunity for a proven Maintenance Engineer to join a well-respected manufacturing business. We are seeking an experienced, multi-skilled, Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Engineer to perform pro-active and reactive maintenance activities across the manufacturing facilities. The role will cover a range of machinery (from manual machines through to machining centres) along with fabrication equipment and general maintenance.

Along with a day shift Monday – Friday with a 12.30 finish on a Friday, the Maintenance Engineer role also has a package of:

• Salary £40,000  
• Paid Overtime at 1.5x
• Company Pension at 4% company and 4% employee 
• 33 Holiday days 
• Stable Working Environment
• Sick Pay
• Onsite Parking 

You must be qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent and have experience with Machine Tool, Pneumatics, Hydraulics and Electro/ Mechanical. Some duties include:

• Install new equipment on site to the required standards and specifications.
• Diagnose faults on plant and equipment as required and establish methods for rectification
• Ensure any relevant start up procedures are performed following the repair of any plant or equipment.
• Ensure any mechanical or electrical work is carried out within the level of competence.
• Ensure effective procurement of any spare part requirements, including communication with suppliers and the raising of purchase orders.

The role of Maintenance Engineer is commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Chesterfield & Mansfield. 

The Company

The business is a niche company with over 60 years of manufacturing heritage and a worldwide presence. They have a global supply chain and export over 30% of their product to a world-wide network of customers. The majority of their work is product designed and manufactured by the company at their UK site. 

Contracts Manager Salary and Benefits

• £50,000 - £55,000
• Plus, car allowance (£500 per month, £6,000 per year)
• 37.5 hours, Monday to Thursday 7:30am – 4:15pm, 12pm on Friday’s
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Early finish Friday’s

Commutable From: Sheffield, Rotherham, Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield, Chesterfield, Worksop, Newark on Trent

Contracts Manager Role Overview

The Contracts Manager will profitably manage and develop the Contracts Department incorporating Installations, Maintenance & Electrical Design within the agreed Business Plan.

Contracts Manager Person Specification

• Experience of Project Planning, People Management and Motivation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, safely and profitably.
• A self-motivated Manager who is able to work well within a team of Managers and on their own initiative.
• Excellent multi-tasker with the ability to manage their time to meet deadlines.
• An excellent communicator, who is able to communicate effectively across all levels of the business. 
• A holder of a health and safety qualification, ideally IOSH or NEBOSH.
• Previous experience in the steel erection / steelwork industry would be an advantage.
• Possess excellent IT skills and knowledgeable in Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel.
• Be prepared to role your sleeves up and get your hands dirty.
• Visit sites and clients in conjunction with the sales team and engage with clients to demonstrate a proficiency in company operations.

Contracts Manager Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all activities within the Department including Project Management, QS and estimating ensuring they all deliver on time and in compliance with the customer orders.
• Monitor and advise on overhead and profit management for projects.
• Negotiation with Sub-Contractors.
• To ensure adequate provisions are made to ensure the safe delivery of all activities, including (but not limited to) overseeing RAMS, training and the safe use of plant and equipment.
• Implement agreed Business Plans to achieve targeted growth and profit levels for the business. 

Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Maintenance Electrician to join an experienced and dedicated Engineering team near Corby on a double days shift, working Monday - Friday, 06.00-14.00 and 14:00 - 22:00. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to utilise their engineering skills and join a privately owned global business. As well as being focused on continuous improvement and implementing specific products, you will also be responsible for maintaining the upkeep of the buildings and grounds areas of the plant facility.

The package details for the role of Maintenance Electrician include the below and further at interview:

• Salary up to £48,000 depending on experience (including shift allowance)
• 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 06:00 - 14:00 and 14:00 - 22:00
• 3% paid via salary sacrifice, saving you tax and NI contributions
• 20 days plus bank holidays, rising to 25 plus bank holidays after 5 years’ service
• Death in service benefit – 2 x annual salary
• You would qualify for the annual pay review this and every January

Along with a minimum NVQ Level 3 or higher in Engineering Maintenance or equivalent, as a Maintenance Electrician you will be required to have experience/further education in engineering. Experience of PLC systems for fault finding and minor programming modifications. Experience using and installing Variable Speed Drives VSD’s within an FMCG environment is beneficial. 

Other key duties involve:  

• Maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Identifying, diagnosing and fixing faults and breakdowns.
• Carrying out of planned Preventative Maintenance.
• Facilitating and executing continuous improvement activities.

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