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Production Operative

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Exciting Opportunity in Production & Manufacturing – Apply Today!

Are you looking for a fresh challenge in the production or manufacturing industry? Do you have experience in soldering, assembly, wiring, injection moulding, or testing? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join a well-established company in Thame!

Why Apply?

  • Competitive Salary: £26,319 per year (£13.67 per hour)

  • Great Working Hours: Monday – Thursday 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM, Friday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

  • Overtime Available: Increase your earnings with ongoing overtime opportunities

  • Career Growth: Receive excellent training and gain experience across multiple departments

  • Permanent Role: Secure, long-term employment after an initial 2-3 week temp period

About the Role: As a Production Operative, you will play a key role in manufacturing, assembly, wiring, and testing, ensuring high-quality products are produced efficiently. You will work with minimal supervision and be responsible for operating and maintaining equipment while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

  • Setting up and running production equipment, including EHRT, plating lines, and power presses

  • Assembling components following build instructions, drawings, and BOMs

  • Ensuring stock levels are maintained and equipment runs efficiently

  • Keeping your work area clean, safe, and organized

  • Participating in team initiatives and continuous improvement projects

  • Adhering to all Health & Safety policies, including the use of PPE and manual handling procedures

What We’re Looking For:

  • Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment

  • Ability to set up and operate production equipment efficiently

  • Strong multitasking skills and attention to detail

  • IT literacy and the ability to read and interpret BOMs and technical drawings

Desirable (but not essential) Skills:

  • Lean / Six Sigma qualification or experience

  • Familiarity with ERP systems, Teamcenter, or CAD software

Apply Today! This is an amazing opportunity to secure a permanent position in a thriving company with great benefits and career growth potential. If you have the skills and experience required, don’t wait – apply now, and we’ll be in touch immediately!

Forklift Engineer

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Role: Forklift Engineer

Location: Altens, Aberdeen

Job Description:

  • Perform preventative maintenance routines and condition monitoring on Forklifts;
  • Diagnose faults and repair Forklifts;
  • Anticipate machine failures and make such changes or recommendations to prevent re-occurrence and to minimise downtime;
  • Complete service reports;
  • Work to improve reliability and productivity of equipment;

Requirements:

  • Full UK driving license; * Strong electrical knowledge; * Previous proven experience working on forklifts.

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Monday – Friday 37.5 per week
Salary: £40K – £55K per annum DOE

Please contact sammiesmith@major-recruitment.com for more details

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CNC Turner

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CNC Turner

Burnley

38hrs a Week – Nights

Nights: Mon to Thurs 10:00 pm to 07:30 am, Monday to Thurs

Salary: £15.28 – £19.81 p/hr

Major Recruitment are on the lookout for experienced CNC Turner to join our world leading client based in Altham. Our client is dedicated to producing high-quality products while maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • Skilled/qualified to NVQ level 3
  • Candidates with suitable, relevant experience in CNC Machining.
  • Knowledge and experience of setting CNC Machines including datums, tools offsets and safe proving out methods.
  • Possess machining knowledge surrounding geometry, cutting tools, inserts, fixtures and other accessories.
  • Excellent ability to read/understand engineering drawings.
  • Basic Fanuc programming knowledge of G and M codes.
  • Capable of inspecting own working using a wide range of precision measuring equipment (such as Vernier callipers, internal/external micrometres, depth gauges).
  • Basic maths/IT skills.
  • Experience of Mori-Seiki, Nakamura, and Okuma would be desirable but not essential.

Please apply via the online instructions or contact Helen for more info. Please do not worry if you do not have an up to date CV, we can help.

HMIND

Continuous Improvement Engineer

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Continuous Improvement Engineer
Liversedge
Salary: In the region of £45,000 per annum + benefits & bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer with a proven track record of delivering impactful CI projects. This role goes beyond technical support-you will take the lead in driving initiatives that significantly enhance our manufacturing processes.

Joining our clients well-established manufacturing organisation, you will receive a competitive salary of £45,000 per annum, a comprehensive benefits package, and a bonus scheme.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver Continuous Improvement (CI) projects across various departments to enhance productivity and efficiency.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement within the manufacturing process and implement effective solutions.
  • Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies to reduce waste, improve processes, and optimize operations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project implementation.
  • Monitor, measure, and report on project performance, ensuring CI initiatives meet set objectives.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in delivering CI projects within a manufacturing environment.
  • A minimum of 3-5 years of industry experience in a similar role-this position is not suitable for recent graduates.
  • Strong knowledge of CI methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and related tools.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
  • A proactive mindset with the ability to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions effectively.

What’s on Offer

  • A competitive salary of £45,000 per annum.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including bonuses.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Additional Information
To help us understand your suitability for this role, we’d like to learn more about your experience with Continuous Improvement (CI) projects. Please consider the following questions when submitting your CV and covering letter.

  1. Can you share examples of when you’ve successfully identified and implemented CI projects?
  2. How have you supported others during these initiatives, such as through training, coaching, or facilitation?
  3. What methodologies and frameworks do you typically employ in CI projects?

If you are an experienced CI Engineer, Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer / Production Engineer looking for a role where you can make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you!

Apply now to join a forward-thinking team in a leading manufacturing organisation. HMIND

Event Production Manager – Multiple Venues

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Event Production Manager

London – multiple venues

Salary £45-55k

Monday to Friday with some evening and weekend work as per the nature of the events industry

Overtime

Bonus

5% pension contribution

27 days annual leave – plus bank holiday

We are looking for an edgy and energetic experienced Production Manager who will “float” across multiple venues within London. You will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of event production for a variety of events, such as exhibitions, conferences, brand activations, and awards ceremonies.

The successful candidate will work closely with event planners, vendors, and staff to ensure that all events are executed to the highest standard, on time, and within budget.

Duties:

  • Managing all aspects of event production, including the venue, vendors, equipment rental, logistics, and staff coordination
  • Working closely with event planners to develop timelines, budgets, and production plans that meet the client’s needs and expectations.
  • Ensuring that all equipment and supplies are ordered, delivered, and set up in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Overseeing the on-site production of events, ensuring that all activities are carried out smoothly and efficiently.
  • Creating and implementing thorough RAMS and event safety plans.
  • Managing event staff, including scheduling, inducting and onsite coordination
  • Coordinating with vendors and contractors to ensure that all contracts are fulfilled and that all parties involved in the event are working together seamlessly.
  • Managing event budgets, tracking expenses, invoicing and ensuring that all costs are kept within budget
  • Troubleshooting any issues that arise during events and work to find creative solutions that keep the event running smoothly
  • Maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer service, ensuring that all clients are satisfied with the event production process
  • Developing and retaining client relationships to generate new opportunities
  • Working with the sales and marketing team to provide event specific information to help develop content and strategies

Production Operative

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Great opportunity for someone with a production / Manufacturing background to work for our local client based in Thame!! If you have previous experience in soldering, assembly, wiring, or even Injection moulding or testing and are looking for a new challenge, this could be the perfect position for you!!!

What is in it for you?! Salary £23,118 Hourly rate of £12.02, working hours 6.30-3 Monday – Thursday 6.30-11.30 Friday, ongoing overtime available, good training and potential to work in different departments, enabling you to increase your skills. Temp to Perm 2-3 weeks temping only, then monthly paid Permanent Contract.

The job is a long-term permanent position (payrolled) via the K&D for 2-3 weeks on a temporary contract before being transferred onto the client’s books.

The purpose of the role: Working with minimum supervision, working in any area of component manufacturing, product assembly, wiring, and testing as required to meet delivery requirements.

Carry out component manufacturing, and product assembly to meet requirements documented in build instructions, drawings, BOM, or other related documents.

What will you be doing?! Set up component manufacturing equipment (including EHRT, Plating line, and power presses), and product production areas, to ensure it is run efficiently and effectively to meet requirements. Maintain a safe, orderly, and clean work area.

Ensure safe working practices are carried out at all times. Ensure that all components and products are stored tidily and correctly identified. Accurately maintain production records, product records, and other records.

Maintain machinery and equipment as required by TPM programs. Alert the Production Manager or other appropriate staff of any plant or equipment maintenance issues. Take an active part in all team working and continuous improvement initiatives.

The use of hand-vibrating tools may be required. Ear, eye, and face protection and other PPE may need to be worn. Manual handling will be required.

What does the client want from you? previous experience setting up and using production equipment efficiently. Previous experience assembling products. Someone who can multi-task successfully. Good IT skills. Ability to interpret BOMs, analyse, and work on drawings.

Nice to have skills but not essential?! Lean / Six sigma qualification and experience. Knowledge of and experience in using ERP and Teamcenter or other CAD software.

If you believe that these requirements match your skills, then please apply here today and we will call immediately to discuss further!!

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Major Recruitment are proudly working in partnership with a leading manufacturing organisation that are committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. We are currently recruiting for Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanically Biased) to join the engineering team, focusing on industrial machinery maintenance and optimisation.

You will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving industrial machinery to ensure maximum efficiency and minimal downtime. Working within a team of engineers, you will play a vital role in supporting production by delivering proactive and reactive maintenance services on a variety of complex mechanical systems.

THE ROLE:

  • Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on industrial machinery.
  • Diagnose faults and conduct repairs to minimise downtime and ensure continuous production.
  • Ensure all mechanical equipment operates efficiently and to high safety standards.
  • Work closely with electrical engineers to ensure an integrated approach to maintenance and problem-solving.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machinery reliability and production output.
  • Adhere to health and safety regulations, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance work using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Assist in the installation and commissioning of new industrial machinery and equipment.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to production teams.

ABOUT YOU:

  • Qualified in Mechanical Engineering (NVQ Level 3, HNC, HND, or equivalent).
  • Experience in a fast paced industrial manufacturing setting.
  • Strong knowledge of industrial mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and conveyors.
  • Basic electrical knowledge is advantageous.
  • Experience working with Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) systems.
  • Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to work shifts and be on-call if required.

How to Apply:
Please send over your updated CV to e considered for this role.

Technical Estimator and Solutions Engineer

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Technical Estimator and Solutions Engineer – part time – Melbourne

  • Are you an experienced engineer with a strong background in fabrication and mechanical assembly?
  • Do you have a keen eye for creating cost-effective solutions while ensuring quality and functionality?
  • Are you confident in front of customers?

What’s the Opportunity?

We are looking for a Technical Estimator and Solutions Engineer to join a team on a part-time, flexible basis. You will be responsible for meeting with clients to discuss their requirements, understand their manufacturing challenges, and propose effective solutions.

Your goal will be to balance client needs with our manufacturing capabilities, designing solutions that are cost-effective, functional, and manufacturable (DFMA principles). You’ll also ensure that each project remains profitable by accurately estimating materials and labour costs, working closely with our design and purchasing teams.

What you’ll be doing as a Technical Estimator and Solutions Engineer but not limited to;

  • Engage with clients to understand project needs and challenges
  • Develop efficient and cost effective solutions
  • Estimate material and labour costs for proposed solutions
  • You will provide timely responses to clients
  • Occasionally visit clients at site to understand pain points and needs

Key Skills as a Technical Estimator and Solutions Engineer

  • Engineering background with strong knowledge of fabrication and mechanical assembly
  • Ability to read technical drawings and assess manufacturability
  • Proficiency in MS Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent communication and time management skills
  • Ability to quickly assess project requirements and generate accurate cost estimates
  • A customer-focused mindset with a commitment to providing high-quality service

What’s in it for you?

  • Exciting and varied role with creative freedom to bring ideas to life
  • Flexible working with a mix of on-site, work from home, and event-based tasks
  • Opportunity to shape our marketing direction and make a real impact
  • Great environment where innovation, growth, and creativity are valued

Interested? Want to hear more about this position for a Technical Estimator and Solutions Engineer, apply and we will be in touch or call Yvonne 01332 955155 for more details.

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Mechanical Design Engineer

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A Product Design Engineer with experience of Solidworks or similar 3D CAD software is sought by a busy Engineering company in the West Midlands

Working within a busy Design team you will be responsible for mechanical design, producing drawings in a controlled manner, and working with the design team and purchasing department through design and development, concept through to implementation. The key elements of your role will be as follows: –

  • Design and 3D modelling of assemblies including metalwork, sheet metal fabrication and machined metal using Solidworks.
  • Design and 3D modelling plastics for Rapid prototyping, soft tooling and hard tooling using Solidworks.
  • Create and maintain part numbers and drawing numbers using Drawing and ECN register and MRP system.
  • Liaise with colleagues and project teams to ensure collaboration over product development processes.
  • Drawing and maintaining technical wiring diagrams.
  • Create and maintain BOM (Bill of Materials) using MRP System.
  • Apply the Engineering Change Process to effectively introduce design changes.
  • Provide support, as required, to the Purchasing/Supply Chain teams

The Type of Person We Are Looking For

You will have experience of being a Product Design Engineer from Mechanical, Industrial, aerospace or product background and ideally have a degree or equivalent in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field, or significant relative experience in a similar role.

You will need to have strong 3D CAD skills, ideally with Solidworks although Inventor and Siemens NX experience is also suitable. You will also have the ability to generate rendered images suitable for customer review and marketing and have experience with electro-mechanical products. Experience of fabrication, assembly electrical wiring, crimping, soldering, plastic moulding, computer hardware and PC build is preferred as is EMC and environmental standards knowledge as applied to the Design process.

The company offers a generous benefits package (including Bonus, pension, healthcare plan & share scheme) and career progression opportunities.

Due to the nature of the work you will be required to pass a Security Clearance check

If you would like more information about this interesting and varied role with a forward thinking company please contact Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV

Security Systems Engineer

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Major Recruitment Oldbury are delighted to be recruiting for a Halesowen organisation who are seeking a Security Systems Engineer to start immediately.

Duties and task will include:

  • working in the security industry
  • Working on the following systems: Access Control, Salto, Paxton, Came, Stentofon CCTV, Avigilon, Axis, Synetics, Hik Vision and Dahua Alarms, Galaxy, Texecom and Eaton
  • fault finding
  • working on various systems
  • Visiting local sites
  • work out of town from time to time
  • paperwork and documentation
  • Work as part of a team and assist colleagues where required

Candidates welcome to apply for the role will have the following:

  • A minimum of 3 years of experience working in the security industry with a history of fault finding
  • Ability to fault find Knowledge of various systems an advantage
  • Available to work out of town from time to time
  • Good communication skills
  • Good paperwork and documentation skills required
  • Work as part of a team and assist colleagues where required
  • Full driving licence
  • IPAF preferred trained
  • ECS preferred
  • All candidates will be required to complete the company vetting process

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