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CNC Miller

Salary: £19-22 p/h dependent on experience

Location: Andover

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established precision engineering company in the Andover area, who are looking for a CNC Miller Programmer to join their growing team and increased production capabilities.

CNC Miller Programmer responsibilities:

• Setting, operating, and programming vertical mills, monitoring the machining process, and making necessary adjustments to ensure accuracy.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments to verify conformance to specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on CNC milling machines, such as cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn-out parts to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues or malfunctions that may arise during the machining process.

CNC Miller Programmer requirements:

• Experience of setting and operating vertical mills within a precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience of offline programming with Hypermill Cadcam software.
• Knowledge of machining principles and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with a variety of materials, cutting tools, and machining techniques.
• Able to read technical drawings and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

If you are interested in the CNC Miller Programmer role, please contact Harry Parsons on 07739277675 or via email at harry.parsons@holtengineering.co.uk.

Injection Mould Setter
Injection Mould Setter Salary: £34-42k
** Flexible Working Hours Available **
 
The Company

A busy and thriving machine shop that has decades of experience behind it is looking for a skilled or semi-skilled Injection Mould Setter/Machinist to join their team permanently. It supplies a wide range of sectors including the pharmaceutical, medical, oil & gas and similar industries with its injection moulded components. It offers a wide range of plastic components to suit its customer’s needs, from high-temperature resistance to chemical compatibility to micron-level filtration.

 
Injection Mould Setter Role & Responsibilities

• FLEXIBLE WORKING HOURS – Negotiable start and finish times available. This can be a mix of afternoon/late hours and night shift hours depending on your needs
• Make sure that machines and equipment are adjusted for seamless production.
• Fine-tune the Injection Moulding machine and processing equipment according to both internal and external specifications.
• Identify any tooling conditions that may require replacement or repair.
• Complete relevant documentation to uphold full transparency and accountability.
• Any experience operating machine robots such as Whitmann, Sepro & Haitian would be a bonus but training will be provided.
• This is a 4 x night shift from Monday night to Friday morning with hours ranging between 8 – 13 hour shifts, contigient on what yopu’re looking for.
• £34-42k is the salary inclusive of nightshift and hours, this is dependent of experience.
• Injection Moulding Operators will also be considered, as long as they show a keen willingness to learn and improve their skills.
• 28 days/24 nights holiday, rising to 33 days/28 nights with service.

 
What Next?
Apply now or call/message Hayden at Holt Engineering Recruitment on 07955 081 482 for more information on the Injection Mould Setter role.

Sheet Metal Worker
Sheet Metal Worker Salary: £15.50-£18.50

The Company

A leading engineering company specialising in precision welding & fabrication, machining, and assemblies is looking for a Sheet Metal Worker to join their team on a permanent basis. The company has a strong focus on quality and staff happiness and is committed to providing its customers with the highest level of service & value. The company has a wide range of capabilities, including CNC machining, laser cutting, welding, and assemblies and supplies a wide range of industries.

Sheet Metal Worker Role & Responsibilities

• Able to set & operate CNC Brake Presses
• Work from technical drawings
• Background in aerospace, defence, nuclear or similar is preferable but not essential
• Deburring and dressing parts
• Comfortable working with very thin gauge materials
• Due to the versatile nature of the business, there is a good chance to be trained in different areas of the business
• Any CADCAM experience is also desirable but not essential as training will be provided for the right candidate.

What Next?
Apply now or for more information on the Sheet Metal Worker role, call or message Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482.

Production Engineer

We are currently partnering with a well-known manufacturing business who have been established for over 60 years. A proud and passionate business, they continue to grow rapidly and are currently looking for a skilled Production Engineer to join their team. Opportunities for development and career advancement within this business are just one of the reasons the employees really value the company’s values and culture.
As a Production Engineer, you will have responsibility for continuous improvement of existing processes as well as developing and implementing new processes.
 

Key responsibilities as Production Engineer:

• Provide technical support to maintain production efficiency and quality.
• Decide and determine methods, machines, tools, and processes required for optimum production of the company’s products.
• Problem solves, be a solutions provider
• Amend planning sheets for the manufacture of components.

Experience as Production Engineer:

• You will demonstrate previous experience as a Production Engineer in a lean manufacturing environment.
• You must have experience of sheet metal, paint and treatments
• Experience of Continuous improvement, optimising process flows, operational timings, and production layouts
• Machine shop planning experience an advantage
• Engineering qualification ( HNC or higher )
• Be able to read technical drawings and CAD Models

Benefits for Production Engineer:

• Competitive Salary £42,000 – £47,000 DOE
• Quarterly Bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday (with service)
• Company sick pay
• Pension scheme

 
This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Production Engineer
For more information simply apply now or call Alison on 07483 025038 or alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk

Quality Inspector
Quality Inspector Salary: £16.80

The Company

A precision engineering company with decades of experience in the aerospace and defence industries. It design, manufacture, and supply high-quality components for a wide range of applications, including jet engines, aircraft structures, and weapons systems. Committed to providing their customers with the highest quality products and services, and is looking for a talented and motivated Quality Inspector to join its Quality team.

Quality Inspector Role & Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe workplace.
• Conduct First Offs, In-Process, Goods Inwards, and Final Inspections.
• Using an in-house MRP system to document your findings.
• Manual inspection with the use of a range of hand tools.
• Previous experience setting and/or programming CMMs is desirable.
• Using Faro Arms
• Prepare and carry out FAIRs.
• Support all Quality Assurance systems.

Quality Inspector Skills

• Experience with FAIR creation and completion to AS9102 standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of GD&T.
• A background in Inspection using CMMs.

 
What Next?
If you’re local to Yeovil and tick the above boxes, apply for the Quality Inspector role now or call Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482 for more information.

CNC Turner
CNC Turner Salary: £32k – 60k (Yes, £60k!)
 
The Company
A precision engineering company with decades of experience in the aerospace and defence industries. It designs, manufactures, and supplies high-quality components for a wide range of applications, including jet engines, aircraft structures, and weapons systems. Forever committed to providing their customers with the highest quality products and services, and they are looking for a well-accomplished CNC Turner to join their team.
 
CNC Turner Setter Role & Responsibilities

• Set & operate CNC lathes
• Comfortable using Fanuc controls
• Using hand tools to inspect your own work
• Work from technical drawings
• Well-practiced keeping records of the manufacturing process, including the materials used, the tools used, and the settings used.
• There are positions available on the day shift and night shift
• Day shift salary: £32 – 34k
• Night shift salary: £50 – 65k

 
CNC Turner Setter Skills

• Posses a Level 3 qualification or similar within Engineering
• A proven background within the aerospace, defence, or similar standard
• Able to change tools, set offsets, and edit programs

 
What Next?
If you’re local to Weymouth and want to work within a fun, friendly & supportive environment for a business that offers excellent company benefits, apply for the CNC Turner role now or call Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482 for more information.

CNC Turner
CNC Turner Salary: £15-21 ph

Shifts: Days, Shifts or Nights
 
The Company
My client is a precision engineering company with decades of experience in the aerospace and defence industries. They design, manufacture, and supply high-quality components for a wide range of applications, including jet engines, aircraft structures, and weapons systems. My client is committed to providing their customers with the highest quality products and services, and they are looking for a well-accomplished CNC Turner to join their team.
 
CNC Turner Role & Responsibilities

• Set & operate CNC lathes
• Comfortable using Fanuc controls
• Using hand tools to inspect your own work
• Work from technical drawings
• Well-practiced keeping records of the manufacturing process, including the materials used, the tools used, and the settings used.
• This position is on either days, double-day or nights shift pattern

 
CNC Turner Skills

• Posses a Level 3 qualification or similar within Engineering
• A proven background within the aerospace, defence or similar standard is a big plus
• Able to change tools, set offsets and edit programs

 
What Next?
If you’re local to Yeovil and want to work within a fun, friendly & supportive environment, apply for the CNC Turner role now or call Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482 for more information.

Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

We currently have a position available for an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor for one of the local area’s largest and most successful manufacturing businesses  
Our client is a worldwide supplier of precision manufactured products provided to several of the globe’s largest industries.

As Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor, you will provide experience within production and R&D, leading and supporting project teams on continuous improvement of existing processes.

Key responsibilities as Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor:

• You will be involved in the new product design reviews, offering input for improvement in the manufacturing process and work flows.
• Lead and nurture a multi-skilled manufacturing engineering team to produce and implement growth, increasing capacity and reducing costs.
• Be involved with creating programs and instructions to allow manufacturers to meet customer requirements.
• Have a focus on continuous improvement.

Experience required as Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor:

• HNC/D in Engineering Mechanical engineering or apprentice trained with a minimum of 5 years of work experience in this area.
• 2D and 3D CAD, Ideally SolidWorks
• Organised, high attention to detail.
• MRP/ERP Savvy
• Good understanding of CNC workshop protocols and processes

Benefits for Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor:

• Competitive basic salary £50 – £55k DOE
• Bonus available
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Parking on site
• Early finish on a Friday

This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor. For more information simply apply now or call Alison on 07483 025038 or e-mail alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk

CNC Miller

CNC Miller Salary: £15-17

The Company

Well-established for several decades, this sub-con machine shop supplies the aerospace, defence, motorsport and other industries, producing work of the highest quality and tightest tolerances. Due to an overflowing order book, an opportunity has arisen for a skilled CNC Miller to step into the business.

CNC Miller Role & Responsibilities

• Set & operate 3-axis CNC Mills
• The ability to edit programs would be beneficial but not a necessity
• Comfortable using a conversational control system
• Able to work from technical drawings
• Comfortable working to technical drawings
• Well-versed inspecting your own work
• £15-17 ph, depending on experience
• Day shift with flexible start/finish times

What Next?

Apply now or for more information on the CNC Miller role, call or message Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482.

Test Development Engineer

How would you like the opportunity to work for one of the local area’s most well-known Engineering Companies?
 
A market leader within their industry, with a strong order book and new markets continually being pursued with new product offerings in development.  This role sits within the Test function of the business, supporting the hardware development, test and verification in order to deliver electronic or electrical components and subassemblies into projects and products

Our client seeks a Test Development Engineer who is very much a “doer” as a primary and a strong Test Technician as a secondary. You will be mentored and supported by the Engineering Manager
The Test Development Engineer will be an experienced hands-on individual who has sound test knowledge and capability with a background in defence, aviation, aerospace, or military would be ideal.
 
 
 Responsibilities for the Test Development Engineer:

• Conduct Valve Development testing under the supervision and mentoring of R&D technicians, design engineers and the Engineering Manager, applying sound engineering practices in a timeframe consistent with business objectives.
• Design qualification test parameters for the validation of new products in accordance with project objectives and milestones.
• Apply relevant engineering standards, legislation, certification, and customer compliance ensuring comprehensive validation and reporting is delivered.
• Compile test reports as required for documenting design validation compliance and maintaining comprehensive traceability.
• Conduct concurrent engineering tasks optimising designs for manufacturing methodology, assembly, and testing processes.
• Develop test equipment capabilities and continuous improvement in data acquisition software/hardware and pressure/flow mechanical equipment.
• Conduct VAVE tasks to derivative and existing products, ensuring manufacturing costs are minimised and cost targets are achieved working coherently with production Engineers.

 
 
Experience required for the Test Development Engineer:

• Mechanical Engineering Degree, Diploma, or equivalent qualification or experience.
• Demonstrable key skills in and knowledge around materials, stress analysis, and practical mechanical assembly.
• Practical skills and good working knowledge of precision manufacturing, CNC lathes, milling, and general Fabrication.
• Experience or knowledge of engineering software, 2D and 3D CAD, FEA, CFD, Mathcad, and MS Office, preferably using Autodesk platforms (AutoCAD, Inventor, ANSYS).
• Professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organisational skills as the role will involve working on various projects simultaneously, including coordinating with other project team members, liaising with manufacturing and sales departments, reviewing progress as well as evaluating results.
• Commitment to work to deadlines and determination to see a job through to a satisfactory conclusion.
• Knowledge of high-pressure valves for Nuclear, Oil, Gas and Space.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering and solenoid design.

 
Benefits for the Electronics Engineer Manager include:

• Flexible working – Hybrid options
• Pension
• Competitive salary

 
This is a full-time permanent position for the successful. Test Development Engineer
For more information simply apply now or call Ian on 07734406996 or e-mail ian.broadhurst@holtengineering.co.uk