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Technical Administrator

Salary – dependent on experience but c.£ 30-34k

Location – Andover

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established precision Engineering company in the Andover area, who are looking for a Technical Administrator to join their growing team, with an immediate start.
The Technical Administrator responsibilities:

• Administrative qualities such as:

• Planning jobs, writing new jobs, checking jobs booked in by admin team
• Obtaining material quotes and sub-contractor quotes
• Amending contract review with information given by the shop floor
• Chasing up orders (material, tooling, subcon work)
• Create/amend frozen operations
• Sending customer acknowledgements

• Assisting with manual and CNC machine issues
• Creating inspection reports for critical parts
• Creating FAIRs and putting NCRs on the system

Please note that not all these skills will be required, and the relevant training will be provided.

The ideal Technical Administrator will be someone who has had machine shop experience that has then moved into a administrative role, or someone who has technical administration experience from an engineering, production or manufacturing background.
 
How to apply for this Technical Administrator role:

If you are interested in finding out more get in touch with Harry Parsons on 07739277675 or email at harry.parsons@hotlengineering.co.uk

Junior Mechanical Engineer
Junior Mechanical Engineer Salary: £25-30k

Are you a mechanically gifted engineer with an eagerness to take your career to the next level in a supportive environment? Our Junior Mechanical Engineer role offers a gateway to excel in Maintenance Engineering. Expand your skill set, gain hands-on experience, and open doors to diverse opportunities in the ever-evolving world of Mechanical Engineering
 
The Company
My client is a top designer and manufacturer within a niche area of Engineering. Their products are utilised by leading brands in various industries and supply huge household names. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their progressive engineering team, which is striving to develop their internal manufacturing capabilities. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing business with a promising future, based in Verwood, Dorset.
 
Junior Mechanical Engineer Role & Requirements

• Well-practised with hydraulics & pneumatics
• Understanding of machining, be it either manual or CNC is desirable, but training will be provided
• Mechanically-minded
• Possess a hard-working attitude with a desire to learn & progress
• Basic knowledge of electrical engineering is a bonus

 
What Else?

• A competitive salary of £25 – £30k DoE (Depending on Experience)
• A clean, friendly & supportive working environment
• Excellent opportunities to improve & diversify your skill set with design, machining, and more
• Day shift from Mon – Fri with an early finish on a Friday

 
Apply Now
If you’re a keen, hungry, mechanically minded engineer and interested in the Junior Mechanical Engineer, apply now or call Hayden on 07955 081 482 to find out more.

Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Engineer Salary: £30-36k

Are you a mechanically gifted engineer? Our Mechanical Engineer role offers a gateway to excel in either manual machining or the world of Maintenance Engineering. Expand your skill set, gain hands-on experience, and open doors to diverse opportunities in the ever-evolving world of Mechanical Engineering
 
The Company
My client is a top designer and manufacturer within a niche area of Engineering. Their products are utilised by leading brands in various industries and supply huge household names. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their progressive engineering team, which is striving to develop their internal manufacturing capabilities. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing business with a promising future, based in Verwood, Dorset.
 
Mechanical Engineer Role & Requirements

• Well-practised with hydraulics & pneumatics
• Understanding of machining, be it either manual or CNC is desirable, but training will be provided
• Mechanically-minded
• Possess a hard-working attitude with a desire to learn & progress
• Basic knowledge of electrical engineering is a bonus

 
What Else?

• A competitive salary of £30-36k DoE (Depending on Experience)
• A clean, friendly & supportive working environment
• Excellent opportunities to improve & diversify your skill set with design, machining, and more
• Day shift from Mon – Fri with an early finish on a Friday

 
Apply Now
If you’re a proven Mechanical Engineer and keen to add some versatility to your arsenal with a stable & secure business, apply now or call Hayden on 07955 081 482 to find out more.

My small but ambitious and rapidly growing client, specialising in manufacturing, is looking to add to their management team with an experienced Production Manager. The hands on role serves as the leader and catalyst for driving and implementing exceptional customer service whilst increasing productivity, developing production techniques, and enhancing operating systems.

Key responsibilities of the Production Manager:

• Long-term strategic view to work with the Directors to guide and develop the business towards further growth all of which will ensure success.
• Will provide overall responsibility for all resources assigned to the Machine Shop, to achieve all quality, cost and service objectives and to ensure all quality programs, initiatives and commitments are maintained and enhanced.
• To improve organisational, operational methods and tools, to optimise the utilisation of the production equipment and resources and to serve as the leader in the team, and driving best business practices in conjunction with the Directors.
• To be responsible for staff hiring, training and development, including performance reviews.
• Support the site integration of new manufacturing processes.

Key experience of the Production Manager:

• Able to read and understand technical drawings.
• Good working knowledge of CNC machines and technologies particular experience in Milling.
• Good, effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proven track record within a CNC machining environment.
• Ability to lead a team.
• Experience of working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience of working in a target driven environment.
• Strong knowledge of machine tools and machining processes.
• Quality Awareness.
• Continuous Improvement focused.

To apply for the above Production Manager role:
Please contact Harry Parsons on 07739277675 or at harry.parsons@holtengineering.co.uk

Control Systems Engineer  

We are currently looking for a Control Systems Engineer for a specialist machine tool sales and repair company who currently still remain a market leader within their industry.

Responsibilities as a Control Systems Engineer:

• Commission our range of CNC machine tools.
• Test of electrical control circuits & Test safety circuits.
• Configure, load and test PLC / CNC Controls (Mainly Siemens).
• Measuring system calibrations and preparation of the machine for production trials.
• Load & Test of CNC system, HMI (Siemens), Servo drives (Mainly Siemens).
• Design of control circuits (hardware and PLC).
• Functional Testing of the machine tool to product and contract specifications.
• Ensure compliance with CE / UKCA requirements.
• Provide Customer support.

Skills Needed for a Control Systems Engineer:

• Ability to read electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic circuit diagrams.
• Experienced with AC & DC control circuits (LV).
• Experienced with setup and commissioning of inverter drives & servo motors.
• Good working knowledge of actuators & sensors. 
• Practical experience of fault finding on electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Have understanding and practical working knowledge of CNC machine tools.
• Experience of reading & writing PLC programs (TIA Portal & STEP 7).
• Competent use of PC equipment, windows, office applications, TIA/STEP 7 and EPLAN.
• Basic NC Programming experience (Siemens 840D experience advantageous).

This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Control Systems Engineer. For more information simply apply now or call Wiktoria on 07483 069100.

Applications Engineer

We are currently looking for an Applications Engineer for a specialist machine tool sales and repair company who currently still remain a market leader within their industry.

Responsibilities as a Applications Engineer:

• Machine functional testing against in house test procedures.
• Machine programming and setup to produce customer parts to drawings.
• Machine and associated equipment preparation for customer trials, PDI & installation.
• Machine installation and customer training, including demonstrations.
• Good understanding of CNC programming (Siemens 840D preferred). 
• Process development and time studies  After sales support & service

Skills Needed for a Applications Engineer:

• Must be open to travel and work at any of our global customers facilities.
• Experienced programmer / Setter (3 – 5 Axis) CNC machines (Siemens 840D is of advantage).
• Experience of grinding would be an advantage (Threads, Worms, Gears).
• Cary out machine levelling, alignments checks and training during installation.
• Excellent communication skills to train customers to use our machines. 
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical drawings (Basic Level).
• Ability to carry out fault finding electrical, mechanical and pneumatic/hydraulic (Basic Level).
• Competent in the use of computers, email and MS Office

Benefits for the Applications Engineer:

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Overseas travel allowance
• Company phone, vehicle and laptop

This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Applications Engineer. For more information simply apply now or call Wiktoria on 07483 069100.

Trainee CNC Field Service Technician 

We are currently looking for a Trainee CNC Field Service Engineer for a globally known CNC machinist specialist, to work in Manchester and surrounding areas.

Skills Needed for a Trainee CNC Field Service Technician:

• Has gained an apprenticeship or HND/HNC in this industry
• Current experience within the Machine Tool or CNC industry
• Experience working on CNC lathes and turning machines
• Confident personality and enthusiasm to work
• Passionate about Engineering
• Clean driving license 
• Ability to learn and work with others

Benefits for the Trainee CNC Field Service Technician:

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• £26K-£36K plus a luxury company car, clothing, tools and expenses
• Full training provided with extra courses paid for to enhance your skills
• A very successful company who have a low turnover of staff
• Opportunity to progress in your career 

This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Trainee CNC Field Service Technician. For more information simply apply now or call Wiktoria on 07483 069100. 

Machine Shop Manager

We are currently working with a prestigious and premier level business who are on the lookout for a Machine Shop Manager to join their growing business.

The company are steeped in British manufacturing heritage as a top tier shotgun maker, epitomising British craftsmanship and skill in the intricacies of the one-off guns they make for their clients. The Machine Shop Manager will be responsible for the day to day activities of the machine shop, proactively ensuring that work is completed safely, efficiently and to the high standards that the company has built their reputation around.

Key responsibilities as Machine Shop Manager:

• Assign and determine machinist workload.
• Monitor and manage the inventory of tools and equipment needed in the shop.
• Organise any service and maintenance needed on plant machinery.
• Oversee and advise on new programs for the CNC machinery.
• Identify and implement and lean manufacturing changes that may be necesary.
• Identify and trianing needs for the workshop staff.
• Monitor and iodentify potential areas for cost reduction and increased efficiencies.

Key experience for the Machine Shop Manager:

• A proactive and “hands on” approach to probelm solving.
• Demonstrable abilities in leading and managing a workshop.
• Confident knowledge with various CNC softwares (Vericut, MasterCAM, Fanuc).
• Ideally have a background in machining and CNC programming
• Time served apprenticeship desirable

Benefits for the Machine Shop Manager:

• 6% employer pension contributions from day one
• Annual pay reviews
• Flexible working hours
• Recruitment scheme ‘refer a friend’ bonus
• Season ticket loan
• Study assistance & leave
• 30% discount on shooting lessons & accessories
• Long standing loyalty recognition
• Generous sick pay after one years’ service

This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Machine Shop Manager. For more information simply apply now or call Nathan on 07921479890.

CMM Programmer

Job Type: 12-Month FTC

CMM Programmer Salary: Very Competitive – For more details on the salary, hit apply now and we’ll be in touch or call/text Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482.

 

The Company

Are you seeking a stimulating career opportunity in the engineering industry? My client is a worldwide engineering company that is devoted to innovation and excellence. As a CMM Programmer here, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with a team of seasoned professionals to provide high-quality solutions to clients in a variety of industries. You will also receive competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development and advancement.

 

This position is on a 12-month fixed-term contract with a very competitive salary on offer.

 

CMM Programmer Role & Requirements

• The CMM Programmer will use CAM software to produce programs and set up sheets for CNC and CMM machines.
• Assist the production team with their day-to-day metrology requirements and provide technical assistance and problem-solving solutions.
• Provide detailed manufacturing and metrology procedures.
• The CMM Programmer will design jigs and fixtures using CAD (experience with 3D is desirable but not essential) for use in production, ensuring ease of use, consistency of manufacture, and error-proofing.
• Review and improve production processes using Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.

 

What Next?

My client is looking for a CMM Programmer who is passionate about precision engineering. If you’re a highly motivated and equally hard-working individual, apply now or call/text Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482.

Sheet Metal Worker
Sheet Metal Worker Salary: £15-17 ph

Looking for an exciting new role as a Sheet Metal Worker? Look no further! Our client, a stable and secure global business, is seeking a highly skilled Sheet Metal Worker to join their team on a permanent basis. With plenty of work now and for the foreseeable future, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with a track record of improving and progressing staff, and huge financial backing.

As a Sheet Metal Worker:

• You’ll be responsible for running and setting CNC Brake Press and/or Punch Press machines
• Working with a range of materials and thicknesses.
• You’ll be paid a competitive salary of £15-17 per hour, with the opportunity for paid overtime when available.
• Working Monday to Friday, this role offers a great work-life balance.

To be considered for this role, you must have experience in running and setting CNC Brake Press and/or Punch Press machines, be comfortable working with a range of materials and be able to work with sheet metal.

What Next?
So, if you’re a skilled Brake/Punch Press machinist and the Sheet Metal Worker role sounds like the perfect fit for you, apply now or call Hayden on 07955 081 482 to find out more. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join a thriving global business and take your career to the next level!