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Senior Manufacturing Engineer

We are currently working with a worldwide supplier of precision products covering most industries across the globe, and they are on the lookout for an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join their growing business.

The company are part of a large global group who are renowned with their niche industry, for supplying quality products and solutions to a range of industries and staying ahead by investing well into R&D. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will be mainly responsible for guiding production and R&D departments on best practice and most efficient ways in which to build the customers products.

Responsibilities as Senior Manufacturing Engineer:

• Lead, mentor and build a multiskilled manufacturing engineering team equipped to support production produce existing product lines and implement growth plans to increase capacity and reduce costs.
• Support projects for new equipment and process implementation as required
• Improve processes via new tooling strategies to improve yield and reduce cycle time
• Create, review and amend manufacturing layouts for production operatives to follow
• Develop operating instructions (MIPs, layouts, inspection guides) and equipment specifications for production activities
• Creating programs for CNC machines to manufacture components as required.
• Research / recommend and purchase cutting tools for new and current component production

Experience required as Senior Manufacturing Engineer:

• HNC/D in Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering or apprentice trained with minimum of 5 years’ proven work experience in this area.
• Experience with CNC programming languages (Siemens, Fanuc, Mazatrol etc.).
• Experience programming 5-Axis milling / mill-turn and turning CNC machines.
• Experience of CAD/CAM software (Solid Edge).
• Wide understanding of machine shop processes.
• Experience with of 2D CAD / 3D CAD systems (AutoCAD, Solidworks).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Knowledge of MRP / ERP systems.

Benefits for the Senior Manufacturing Engineer:

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Free on-site parking
• Generous pension scheme
• Life assurance
• 37.25 hours per week (for this role)
• Early finish on a Friday

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

Production Engineer

We are currently partnering with a global engineering group who deliver innovative engineering solutions to large global markets including iron and steel, oil, and gas, petrochemical and automation.  A well-established business who over time have established a strong international reputation for excellence and innovation.
This business continues to demonstrate a healthy financial performance and proudly encourage employee progression and development. Our client is now currently looking for a Production Engineer to join the team
 
As Production Engineer, you will be based within the operation team with responsibility for producing all relevant documentation, routings, procedures, tooling, and equipment to enable the successful and manufacture and testing of products for the Oil & Gas, Nuclear and Marine sectors

Key responsibilities as Production Engineer:

• Design jigs and fixtures using CAD (preferably 3D) for use in production, to ensure ease of use, consistency of manufacture and error proofing whilst following lean principles.
• Produce accurate and detailed production routes, specifying operation details, work centres and time estimates for the in-house manufacture of products
• Review and improve production processes using Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods
• Assist production team with their day-to day production requirement by providing them with technical assistance and problem-solving solutions
• Liaise with the engineering department, reviewing new products before they are released into production, ensuring that all designs are fit for manufacture at the most efficient cost
• Use CAM software to produce programs, tool sheets, and set up sheets for a variety of mutli – axis CNC machines, including 5 axis turn -mill, sliding head turn mill and 5 axis milling
• Select and implement the introduction of new cutting tools, whilst interfacing with Manufacturing to identify the most cost-effective solution by following Lean principles

Experience as Production Engineer:

• Qualified to HNC level or actively working towards completion of a similar Mechanical or Production Engineering qualification with demonstrable experience working in an engineering-based role
• Possess a sound understanding of modern manufacturing methods
• Demonstrate an ability to evaluate processes through capability studies and equipment
• Demonstrable experience in use of Continuous Improvement Tools and techniques ie: VSM, SMED, TPM, Kaizen, 5’S, Error Proofing etc
• Able to build relationships with and gain respect of customers both internal and external
• Good Project Management skills

Benefits for Production Engineer:

• Competitive Salary
• Ongoing training & Development
• Pension Scheme
• Flexible working

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.

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. 

Offline CNC Turner

Offline CNC Turner Salary: £40 – £45k

 

The Company

My Client is a well-renowned global engineering business with a strong track record of success. They serve a huge customer base across the aerospace, defence, transport, energy and medical industries.

 

They are a people-focused company that is committed to providing our employees with a stimulating and rewarding work environment. On top of that, you will find competitive salaries and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional development and advancement on offer for the right Offline CNC Turner.

 

If you are a talented and experienced Offline CNC Turner who is looking for a challenging and rewarding career, look no further.

 

Offline CNC Turner Role & Responsibilities

• Able to program from scratch on CNC Lathes
• Confident in offline programming
• A background working to the tolerances of the aerospace, defence or similar industry
• Well-practised working on multi-axis lathes with driven tooling
• Comfortable with Fanuc controls
• Milling experience would be a bonus
• Happy to take control of a job from a technical drawing and liaise with the team on the best way to go about completing the job

 

What Next?

Apply now or call/message Hayden on 07955 081 482 for more information on the Offline CNC Turner role. This is an excellent chance to join a growing business with plenty of work in a supportive environment.

Service Engineer 

An exciting opportunity has opened for a skilled service engineer at a company based just outside of Southampton. The company itself specialise in saw machinery and due to demand they are currently looking to expand their growing team with a full time electrical/mechanical engineer. 

Skills needed for Service Engineer 

• Mechanical Engineering: 3 years (Required)
• Proven experience and preferably with qualifications in electronic or electrical engineering 
• Problem solving and well organised 
• Sound working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics 
• Knowledge of of bandsaws, circular saws, edge banders, panel saws, sanding machines and CNC machines (Highly preferable)
• Driving license 
• Installation and commissioning of new and used (light and heavy duty) machinery
• Routine machine maintenance and servicing, including fault finding and solutions, this includes contacting relevant suppliers for parts
• Cleaning and refurbishment of used machinery for resale

Benefits for Service Engineer 

• Company vehicle as a taxable benefit
• Mobile phone
• Uniform & tools
• On-site parking

Hours 

• Monday – Friday (Travelling, sometimes with overnight stays – vehicle and accommodation will be provided)

If you would like to know more about this Service Engineer opportunity please call James on 07485 390941 or james.ferrier@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.

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!

Our Client, a privately owned businesses operating predominantly in the global aerospace sector are recruiting for an experienced aerospace Deburrer.

Our client has a fantastic flexi-time scheme and also operates a flexible working week, allowing you to make the most of a long three-day weekend. They provide a generous holiday entitlement with 25 days holiday plus bank holidays for the holiday year. Our client are an evolving company that offers support to all employees and training and education to develop professionally and personally.

The candidate must have experience in deburring CNC milled prismatic components and CNC turned machined parts to high quality standards, including:

• The deburring of external surfaces/edges
• Internal cross drilling threads
•  final part marking utilising machine and hand tools to customer drawing specifications.

 

The ideal candidate will have good experience in a machine shop environment and have a high level of attention to detail and final product quality.

Experience in the deburring of aerospace components would be advantageous but not essential.

Benefits:

• Flexi-time
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay