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Production Technician – Sonar Transducer Manufacture

Accountable to the Team Leader, the Operator will be responsible for a variety of production tasks within the sonar transducer section. He/she will be responsible for the manufacture and test of a variety of products and assist in the implementation of processes and tooling/test equipment to support reliable and cost effective manufacturing.

Responsibilities include:

 

To assist in production and test of 1-3 piezo-composite transducer products utilising a variety of production, laboratory and workshop techniques and equipment

• Ability to interpret test results and act on those results.
• Understanding technical drawings, assembly procedures and test specifications
• Communicating errors in documents or assemblies to the Production Engineers/Team Leaders

• Be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of hand tools both for mechanical and electrical operations
• Adhere to control processes to achieve conforming product
• Support prototyping and first build activity and prepare products for the transfer to production
• Complete paperwork in accordance with quality & contractual requirements ensuring materials & product traceability
• Communicate manufacturing failures and process improvement ideas to Team leader
• Ability to work within a lean manufacturing environment.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping standards in areas of activity
• Follow company procedures on ESD compliance
• Be aware and compliant with Environmental, Health & Safety requirements
• Appropriate training will be provided to be able to perform the various manufacturing operations

Knowledge, skills and personal qualities required

• A production technician who has worked in a multi-disciplined manufacturing/production environment for at least 3 years.
• Previous experience working with resins/polymers/polyurethanes to tight tolerances would be advantageous.
• Previous experience in milling/machining would be an advantage but not essential.
• A knowledge of production techniques including lean manufacturing techniques.
• A good practical experience of soldering/de-soldering preferably to IPC J-STD-001and PCB assembly and rework would be an advantage but is not essential.
• Understands the principles and need for production control documentation and traceability.
• Able to trace faults in end product and identify production inefficiencies and suggest solutions.
• Possess a working knowledge of ISO 9000 requirements in a production environment.

Challenges

• Meeting sometimes challenging timescales, work as part of a team to reliably deliver a range of products to production quality, on time and to budget with minimum wastage.
• The ability to adapt and work on different products as directed throughout the working day.
• Able to work overtime or shifts if required.

Key accountabilities

• Directly reports to the area team leader
• As a pre requisite must work as part of a small team supporting all members in achieving both quality of product and meeting customer delivery dates.

Behavioural requirements

Good planning and organisation, methodical with attention to detail, self-motivated, flexible, ability to analyse, good judgement, shows initiative, team player.

Core hours are 09:30am-3.30pm Mon to Thurs with every Friday off or paid as overtime at an enhanced rate.

37 Hours per week 

Apply now if you’re seeking a new challenge as an accomplished Production Technician or call/message Ian on 07734 406 996. 

 

 

Maintenance Technician 

                       

Our Client a global engineering group focused on the precise control and movement of fluids in critical applications. We work with leading international companies in over 50 countries to deliver innovative engineering solutions to address global trends such as clean energy, energy efficiency, healthcare and increasing automation.

The Group serves large global markets including iron and steel, oil and gas, petrochemical, industrial automation and life science industries. The Company’s heritage spans over 150 years during which time it has established a strong international reputation for excellence and innovation.

Normal Hours of Work:   37 hours per week. With additional hours as required to maintain the efficient running of the department.

 

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on the plant, equipment, buildings and facilities of the site. This is a hands on role to maintain and improve all aspects of the operational site

 

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Fault find within the machine shop environment and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems as appropriate.
• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) checks on machines and equipment in line with the CMMS schedule.
• Carry out complete site maintenance for all aspects and areas of the site, maintaining a high standard of site facilities and the overall site environment/appearance.
• Conduct best practice and highlight opportunities for continuous improvementwith regards to plant and equipment reliability.
• Work in a safe, tidy manner in line with Company policy.
• Perform other such duties commensurate with the nature and level of the post as may be reasonably required.
• A formal, recognised apprenticeship related to the trade endorsed by EITB, EMTA or AMA documentation or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Fully skilled maintenance technician with either mechanical, electrical or electromechanical bias.
• Practical experience in fault finding within a machine shop environment, and the ability to repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Demonstrable understanding and application of safe working practices.
• Ability to demonstrate a positive, pro-active, can-do attitude and work calmly under pressure.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Committed to work to deadlines and determined to see a job through to a satisfactory conclusion.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrable desire to progress, succeed, and ability to work as part of a team or work independently
• Practical ability to fault find from electrical/mechanical drawings or PLC systems relating to hydraulic or pneumatic circuits.
• Training & experience in basic electrical skills.
• Knowledge of modern maintenance philosophy (TPM / PPM / RCM).
• Academic qualifications such as BTEC National (ONC / OND), BTEC Higher National (HNC or HND) or equivalent

What Next?
Don’t miss this opportunity to join a team of skilled & motivated Maintenance Engineers. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career by calling Ian on 07734406996 to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mechanical Design Engineer

We are partnering with a leading UK manufacturer based in the Dorset area. With a comprehensive array of technology our client is proud to be at the forefront of their industry, offering reliable high precision products and solutions.

Continuous investment in new manufacturing and the latest equipment means that our client can be in a unique position to respond to customer demand for high performance or new concepts. Our client is now looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team.

 
As Mechanical Design Engineer, you will work with customers, the sales, and the design and production departments to review assess and improve legacy designs and drawings as well as working on NPI projects. You will ensure products achieve the correct cost point and perform as needed in accordance with the customers wants and needs.

 
Key responsibilities as Mechanical Design Engineer:

• Provide evidence-based conclusions and design proposals from quantitative analysis that gives insight and direction for the development of the business through performing classical engineering analysis on designs including stress, fatigue & vibration using conventional analysis and computer simulation
• Produce technical reports, clearly identifying the preferred course of action and reasoning after analysis of legacy and NPI designs
• Produce product designs, with associated component and assembly drawings for each manufacturing stage
• Carry out analysis of existing product design dimensions, tolerances and features, along with product performance, manufacturability and cost to understand areas of improvement and inform the business on design suitability for different applications.
• Regulate design standards through a controlled and authorised revision system (PDM Vault)

Experience as Mechanical Design Engineer:

• Meticulous level of attention to detail
• Minimum OF 5 YEARS Design Engineering experience in an engineering Manufacturing organisation
• Good understanding of Materials/ metallurgy. An understanding of galvanic properties of metals would be beneficial
• High level of familiarity with industry control standards BSI, ISO, IATF, AS9000
• Expert in mechanical design, with innovative design skills in Electro – Mechanical mechanisms
• Excellent communicator – ability to define operational needs
• Able to assimilate detail and identify key issues quickly, understanding the impact on tactics and strategy
• Experience and proven track record in the use of Finite Element Analysis to model and evaluate key variables.
• Experienced in CAD/ Solidworks

 

Benefits for Mechanical Design Engineer:

• £40 – 50k basic salary, dependant on experience
• Pension scheme
• Professional opportunities within a forward thinking business

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

 

   

Sheet Metal Worker

Sheet Metal Worker Salary: £16-19 ph

 

The Company

A leading manufacturer of precision components and finished parts for the aerospace industry. They specialise in the fabrication of sheet metal, machining, and welding and looking for an expert Sheet Metal Worker to join their team. Committed to providing their customers with the highest quality products and services, and are always looking for ways to improve. Already packed with a team of highly skilled and experienced engineers who are proud of their reputation for delivering excellence and are looking to welcome a similar Sheet Metal Worker to the team.

 

Sheet Metal Worker Role

• Sheet metal workers must also be able to measure, cut, bend, and shape sheet metal to technical drawings
• Fabrication knowledge of aluminium & stainless steel
• Stretching, shrinking and adjusting sheet metal components
• Able to use a range of tools to shape sheet metal over blocks/forms
• Assembly fitting of welded sheet metal components
• Happy to work both independently and as part of the team as some jobs are more complicated and need 2 sets of hands

 

Other Bits

• Day shift
• Flexible working hours
• 37-hour working week
• Overtime available at 1.5x

 

What Next?

For the very few Sheet Metal Workers that are still out there, especially the ones who are seeking a fresh challenge with a growing business and no shortage of work. Apply for the Sheet Metal Worker role now or call/message Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482.

Holt Engineering is looking for a PCB Inspector for a growing manufacturing business in Fareham!

As a PCB Inspector, you will be responsible for :
Goods in stage, and final inspection of electrical & electronic assemblies. To work with the quality team to aid the development of Quality Assurance documents, plans, procedures and process flows. To identify quality problems and where appropriate provide the quality controller recommended corrective and preventive actions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Goods in, stage & Final Inspection of PCB’s, Electrical & Electronic Assemblies.
• Calibrated Tool control issuing & approval.
• Assist with First Article Inspection IAW AS EN ISO 9100.
• Assist in the resolution of quality-related problems.
• To work with the Quality Controller to develop, improve & maintain quality standards across the areas of responsibility.
• To work with the Quality Controller to ensure that the key performance targets of quality, productivity, on-time delivery are met.
• Proactively advise management of any issues that may affect delivery & or quality.
• Ensure that all Health and Safety, housekeeping, quality, and environmental policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Provide QA support as necessary.
• To assist the Quality Controller in the diagnosis of quality problems.

Qualifications:

• Must have Industry Standard Inspection Qualifications (IPC).
• Awareness & understanding of QMS Disciplines IAW BS EN ISO 9001:2008 & AS EN 9100.
• Awareness & understanding of ESD Controls.
• Reading & understanding Complex Engineering Drawings & Instructions.

Key personal skills:

• Excellent communicator, written and verbal.
• Analytical
• Must be able to work under own initiative to solve problems.
• Motivated
• Good time management skills.
• Calm and collected with the ability to work under extreme pressure.
• Structured and logical approach to problem-solving.

Working hours are Monday to Thursday 7:30-16:30 and Friday 7:30 to 12:30.

** Overtime available! **

The Inspector is a key part of the operations structure, acting as key support for the Quality Controller & is expected to operate within the framework of objectives and targets determined by the Management but with the latitude to pursue initiatives that will enable the department targets to be achieved.

Sounds like a good fit? Please call Sophie on 07483069099 or APPLY NOW for this advert!

 Health Safety and Environment Officer – 6th Month Contract

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 Health Safety & Environment Officer to join the team for a 6 month 
 
As Health Safety and Environment Officer, you will be the first point of contact for day-to-day operational issues the HSE Officer assists the HSE Manager in ensuring compliance with all company HSE procedures, policies and legislation, management of HSE systems, reporting and the maintenance of HSE documentation and data
 
Key responsibilities as Health, Safety, and Environment Officer:

• Co-ordinate and assist with delivering, where applicable HSE related workshops and training to all employees including toolbox talks and safety alerts
• Assist the HSE Manager to investigate accident, incident, and dangerous occurrence. Making appropriate recommendations for remedial action to prevent occurrence.
• Carry out HSE Induction for new starters, contractors as required
• Ensure implementation and adherence to health and safety procedures and SOP’s risk assessments and HSE Campaigns across the site
• Maintain a strong presence on site, collaborating with the supervisors and employees to provide guidance, information and advice on Health and Safety related matters
• Support development and issue of HSE communications such as campaign information, posters briefings and noticeboard material

Experience as Health, Safety and Environment Officer:

• NEBOSH National General Certificate
• Strong knowledge of COSHH, PUWER & LOLER regulations
• Experience in a similar engineering, manufacturing or construction environment in a focused health and safety position
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong relationship builder
• Committed to work details and determined to see a job through to a satisfactory conclusion
• High level of accuracy and detail
• Demonstratable ability to evaluate processes and instigate continuous improvement

Benefits for Health and Safety Environment Officer:

• Competitive basic Salary on a 6 month contract
• Pension Scheme
• Flexible working

 This is a full-time  6 month contract position for the successful Health Safety and Environment Officer
For more information simply apply now or call Alison on 07483 025038 or alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk.
 
 
 

Senior Design Engineer

One of our valued clients, a precision manufacturing business with decades of experience in their industry, are currently on the lookout for a Senior Design Engineer to join their expanding business.

The company are well known within their industry for supplying quality products and a premier service when it comes to the complex solutions they provide, proven in the fact they have been around for over half a century and supply globally. The Senior Design Engineer will be supporting the business profitability and strategy through development and design of new and existing solutions for the companies customers.

Responsibilities as Senior Design Engineer:

• Utilise proven knowledge and experience to design and develop new product and solutions
• Test and develop the new products and solutions meeting specific customer requirements
• Interpret and analyse technical specifications and standards
• Design, test and commission test rigs
• Oversee and report on the development testing process
• Continuous improvement activities to improve cost, quality and OTIF
• Produce accurate production procedures
• Manage team development and performance
• Liaise with customers and suppliers on technical matters

Experience required as Senior Design Engineer:

• Qualified to HND level in Engineering or equivalent
• Proven experience within a similar position
• Demonstrable abilities in project / product management
• Abilities to design and develop test rigs
• Confident with 3D CAD design and modelling for complex products
• Innovative and methodical attitude

Benefits for the Senior Design Engineer:

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
• Company contributed pension scheme
• 2x salary life cover
• Free parking

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

Production Engineering Team Leader

We are currently partnering with an innovative company that provide safety critical solutions to help nuclear, space and aerospace as well as industrial companies. Providing exceptional expertise is vital when working with clients whose processes operate in extreme environments.  Our client is looking for an individual who can operate in the capacity of Production Engineering Team Leader.
 
As Production Engineering Team Leader you will ensure that the manufacturing processes are optimised for safety and efficiency. You will manage a production team, dealing with health, safety and environmental hazards and troubleshooting production line issues.
 
Key Responsibilities as Production Engineering Team Leader:

• Line Manager to Production Engineering team members, including support and coaching for team members and to manage their development needs
• To ensure Production Engineering team deliverable’s are identified and managed ensuring that commitments are delivered to the required cost, quality, and schedule: and assist the identification, creation, and support of manufacturing metrics
• Top ensure that our customers are stakeholders (manufacturing and project managers) are regularly updated with task progress, new issues, programme risks, technical risks and estimates to complete.
• Support manufacturing estimates for bids and provide timely and accurate information regarding manufacturing, readiness and feasibility, tooling, and equipment requirements
• To improve and facilitate the smooth flow of production build
• To propose, implement and maintain continuous improvement initiatives

 
Experience as Production Engineering Team Leader:

• Degree in and Engineering related discipline or BTEC/ HNC/HND in a relevant engineering discipline
• Experience providing production engineering support to Manufacturing department
• Experience working with a variety of manufacturing processes and assembly techniques related to electrical and or/ mechanical engineering
• Knowledge of related engineering disciplines. Can read and understand electronic schematics, wiring schedules, mechanical part/ assembly drawings
• Experience working with manufacturing BoM structures (including phantoms) and using ERP/MRP systems
• Experience designing jigs and fixtures (3D CAD preferable)
• Ability to support technical proposals and compile assembly instructions or engineering reports-

Essential Functions:

• Eligible to work in the UK
• Able to attain UKSV SC security clearance
• May be necessary to work extended hours from time to time

Benefits for Production Engineering Team Leader:

• Variety of working options to suit your lifestyle. Innovating and empowering values that the company aspire to be. They have trust in you when getting the job done because they recognise that their business is their people.
• Competitive basic salary up to £38k DOE
• Pension scheme

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

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.