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Group Leader

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Group Leader

Liversedge

Salary £49,181 PA

4 on 4 off shift pattern. 2 days 7am – 7pm, 2 nights 7pm – 7am.

Exciting Opportunity Alert! 🌟

Are you an Engineer that can lead and coordinate, supervise and is highly proactive?

We are looking for a talented Group Leader to join our client’s manufacturing team in Liversedge. This pivotal role offers a competitive salary of £49,181 PA, with a 4 on 4 off shift pattern. If you thrive in a dynamic environment with hands-on operational duties and key leadership responsibilities, this role is for you!

As a Group Leader, you will lead and coordinate production activities, supervise team members, and ensure smooth operations through proactive problem-solving. Communication skills and the ability to make decisive decisions are essential in this fast-paced role.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, quick learning abilities, and excel under pressure. If you have a proven track record in problem-solving and excellent interpersonal skills, we want to hear from you!

This position provides a unique opportunity to develop technical and leadership skills while contributing to our manufacturing success. If you have a minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing or a related field, possess strong problem-solving skills, and are committed to continuous improvement, apply now!

Join us and grow your career while making a real impact. Don’t miss this chance to be part of our client’s success story.

Apply now via the online instructions. No CV! No problem please contact Helen who is happy to help HMIND

Production / Workshop Team Leader

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A Production / Workshop Team Leader with Electrical Switchgear, Control Panel or Special Purpose Machinery is needed to work for a small to medium sized engineering business near Derby

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Direct and coordinate production activities in the workshop to ensure quality, safety, and quantity specifications are met
  • Reviews production schedules with the Production Manager, working to identify future needs and issues to include ensuring parts and supplies are available,
  • Ensure production goals are met and products are made to specifications.
  • Liaise with technical or administrative staff to resolve production problems.
  • Proactively work to eliminate waste and add value to the workshop processes.
  • Identifies safety, quality and production related issues, assists with root cause analysis and validation / corrective actions.
  • Ensures assigned employees adhere to all relevant health and safety regulations and perform work practices that are safe.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Experience of wiring and assembling either switchgear, control panels or Special Purpose Machinery
  • A qualification in Electrical Engineering
  • Some experience of supervision and leadership in a workshop / project based manufacturing setting.
  • Knowledge and understanding of assembly methods for mechanical and electrical components.
  • An understanding of set up and maintenance of manufacturing processes
  • Familiarity with the development and implementation of work instructions.
  • Experience of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement would be an advantage
  • Proven ability to work on own initiative, problem solve and present potential solutions.
  • A clear focus, understanding and desire to drive improvement across Safety, Quality and Production.
  • Ability to maintain a tactful, orderly working relationship with others.

This is a varied and interesting role managing a small team within a growing company that is modernising its processes

If you would like an informal chat about the role please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now

Electrical Fitter

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I am currently recruiting for an Electrical Fitteror an Engineering company in Derbyshire

Your duties will include but not be limited to the following.

  • Wiring and assembly of components for electrical switchgear
  • Crimping, routing and cable terminating work.
  • Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and schematic wiring accordingly.
  • Electrical assembly.
  • Use of hand tools.

The Candidate

To be successful in the role of you will have the following.

  • Experience with point-to-point wiring.
  • Possess an understanding of the requirements for the correct assembly of all electrical assemblies and sub-assemblies, as well as experience stripping, crimping, and terminating all cables
  • Ability to understand and manufacture to GA and schematic drawings.
  • Small wiring experience.
  • Cable routing.
  • Experience of electrical assembling and wiring
  • Ability to act as a stand-alone operator on any given project.

This is an excellent opportunity within an established engineering company with good benefits available.

Please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now if you are interested

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Lead Site Hand – Sheet Metal Worker

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Major Recruitment are searching for a Lead Site Hand – Sheet Metal Worker for our client based in Washington. This vacancy is full-time and permanent for the right candidate.

Duties include:

  • Working between the workshop and customer sites to complete projects
  • Working from engineering drawings to fabricate jobs
  • Producing bespoke products from various metals, specifically sheet metal
  • Working to tight tolerances
  • MIG and TIG welding

Hours of work and pay rate:

  • Monday to Thursday, 7am till 4pm
  • Friday 7am till 1pm
  • £16.00 per hour starting salary, this is negotiable depending on experience
  • First 7 hours OT worked Monday to Saturday x1.55, x2.05 after 7 hours/ Sunday
  • Overtime expected during the week and on weekends

Successful candidates must:

  • Have a minimum 5 years’ experience in sheet metal/ fabrication
  • Have previous experience working on site (essential)
  • Be able to work both individually and within a team, taking the lead when on site
  • Have experience in MIG and TIG welding processes
  • Be able to read from engineering and design drawings
  • Have worked with mild/ stainless steel and aluminium
  • Be able to self-check own work
  • Have experience using fabrication equipment

Successful candidates must also have a full UK driving license as regular work on site is expected.

Please call 01919338441 for an immediate interview.

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CNC Turner

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CNC Turner

Salary £30k-£37k per annum plus time plus a third for shift allowance = £40k – £49k

Night shift premium is time plus one third

Leighton Buzzard

Hours are Monday – Wednesday 4.30pm – 3.30am, Thursday 4.30pm – 1.30am.

Local to Leighton Buzzard and looking to expand your engineering skills?

Do you love the buzz of precision engineering?

We are working with a business that specialises in the manufacture of low volume, high quality, tubular and threaded components for various sectors including Aerospace, Oil & Gas and Defence industries and due to continuous expansion, they are actively hiring for an experienced CNC Turner.

Experience Required

  • Proven time served experience in programming, setting and operating 2 axis turning machines.
  • Ability to write new CNC programs long hand at the machine with little or no supervision.
  • Also, editing prewritten programs, the full machine setup including material, tooling, speeds, feeds.
  • Carry out in-process inspection using measuring equipment.
  • Producing one off, as well as low to medium volume precision parts in a range of hard and soft metals.
  • Excellent working knowledge of 2 axis CNC machines, cutting speeds and feeds, geometric tolerances.
  • Solid understanding of interpreting engineering drawings and standards.
  • Experience of Fanuc controls would be advantageous.
  • Have a strong working history within the manufacturing industry within a machine shop environment.
  • Have a hands-on, quality driven, positive, self-motivated manner in order to be able to hit the ground running.
  • Confident in working on parts up to ¢300mm x 3m in length, using lifting equipment provided as some of our work can be large. Hoist training will also be provided.

Package and Benefits:

  • Salary depending on experience. Range £30-£37k per annum.
  • The position is full-time and permanent, and an immediate start is available.
  • Hours are Monday – Wednesday 4.30pm – 3.30am, Thursday 4.30pm – 1.30am.
  • Holidays are 20 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Bonus holiday over the Christmas Period
  • Government Pension Scheme
  • Health Care Scheme
  • Excellent working conditions
  • Free Onsite Parking

Please apply via the online instructions.

No CV, or CV not up to date don’t worry please get in touch with Helen who can help 07388363113 – thank you.

HMIND

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

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

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Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Keighley

Up to £19.78 p/hr depending on experience.

Shifts: Following induction 4 on & 4 off, rotating days and nights 7am-7pm days and 7pm -7am nights.

Do you feel undervalued at your current company? If so; we are working with a fantastic manufacturing company based in Keighley who really look after and value their employees.

The successful candidate will be:

Time-served to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent)

HNC (or equivalent) or higher in Engineering discipline an advantage

Post apprenticeship, preferably in a high-speed, high-volume manufacturing environment (plastic packaging environment an advantage)

A proven practitioner of preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, problem solving and continuous improvement skills

REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS

Must have a proven ability in diagnostic fault finding under pressure of production

The majority of day-to-day activities are probably 70% mechanical and 30% electrical

Familiarity with the use of PC equipment is essential

Familiar with TPM principles including 5S. Use of computerised maintenance management systems, but not essential

Responsible for the maintenance in the whole building

  • Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of team

Salary: £19.78 (£43,199.52) once the required standard achieved, this maybe lower depending on experience. Paid weekly (monthly option available if preferred), based on working week Sunday to Saturday.

Shifts: Following induction (possible 2 – 4 weeks on dayshift) the shift pattern will be 4 on – 4 off, rotating days and nights; the hours of work being 7am-7pm days and 7pm -7am nights.

Overtime: Overtime rate paid at 1.25 and must be prepared to work additional shifts throughout the year to cover holidays or short-term absence.

Holidays: 24 days which includes percentage of 8 bank holidays, this will be pro-rata dependent upon start date.

Benefits: After 3 months – Auto-enrolment Royal London Pension (currently 5% employee & 3% employer)

After 6 months – Option to opt-in to the cash return Health plan covering dental, optical, physio and counselling services

After 6 months – Life Assurance 1 x Basic salary

Apply now via the online instructions, or contact Helen for more info. Please don’t worry if your CV isn’t up to date we can help.

HMIND

Estimator

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Job Advert: Estimator (Engineering)
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum
Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced Estimator with a background in engineering, fabrication, and machining? Do you want to join a well-established company and take your career to the next level? We’re looking for an ambitious Estimator to join our team in Barnsley.

The Role: As an Estimator, you will be responsible for ensuring that our range of abrasion-resistant products and services are costed accurately and efficiently while adhering to governing quality standards and specifications. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong engineering background who is looking to grow within a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide accurate cost estimations for engineering products.
  • Interpret and understand 2D/3D engineering drawings.
  • Manage technical specifications in quotations.
  • Ensure monthly manufacturing gross profit aligns with company targets.
  • Maintain and document estimating standards to reflect actual material and labour efficiencies.
  • Accurately input customer purchase orders and provide timely order acknowledgements.
  • Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within the department to enhance engineering standards.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to resolve customer complaints and concerns, ensuring prompt and satisfactory resolutions.
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Quality regulations.

Key Requirements:

  • Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in estimating.
  • Experience in manufacturing engineering.

Desirable:

  • Background in fabrication engineering.
  • Familiarity with engineering contracts.
  • Experience using Factory Master system.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Estimator to contribute to the growth and success of a reputable company while further developing their skills and expertise.

How to Apply: If you’re ready for your next challenge and meet the criteria above, we would love to hear from you. Apply today – rob@hamilton-woods.com

Press Brake Operative

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Press Brake Operative

Batley, West Yorkshire

Salary: £12-£16 p/hr DOE

Working hours are Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday 8:00AM – 3:00PM

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Company Overview:

Our client, a leading manufacturing company based in Batley, is looking for an experienced Amada Press Brake Operative to join their dynamic team. The company specializes in precision engineering and metal fabrication, serving industries across the UK with high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities:

Operating Amada press brake machinery to bend and shape metal components according to technical specifications and work orders.

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints to set up and operate the machine accurately.

Performing machine adjustments to ensure precision and quality in the production process.

Inspecting finished products for accuracy, making necessary adjustments or corrections.

Conducting routine maintenance checks on machinery to ensure it operates smoothly and efficiently.

Ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations within the workplace.

Maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Skills and Experience Required:

Proven experience operating Amada or similar CNC press brake machinery.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.

Strong attention to detail and high standards of workmanship.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Familiarity with health and safety practices in a manufacturing environment.

Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.

If you are an experienced Press Brake Operative looking to join a reputable company in the Batley area, we encourage you to apply today. HMIND

CNC Miller

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What’s in it for you?

Paying up to £18.00-£20.00 per hour
Overtime paid at time 1/5
Monday to Friday 37.5 hour per week
Onsite parking
Full training given
Canteen facilities

Shift rotation morning, back and night shift.

My Client is well established, industry leading fabrication company. Based in Newton Aycliffe , they have seen year on year success, with further growth plans for 2024. They offer a range of services from Design through to Manufacturing. This has given the company opportunities to service a multitude of sectors, with a diverse client base stretching across the globe. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a number CNC Milling Machinists to join their team on a Temporary to Permanent basis.

This opportunity gives the chance to work with one of the most respected companies in the North-East. They offer not only an excellent package, but more importantly in todays world, job security.

Your role will be to cover the following shifts rotation:

06:00-14:00 week 1

14:00-22:00 week 2

22:00-06:00 week 3

Main Duties:

  • Working from engineering drawings.
  • Editing programs.
  • Setting/Operation of 3axis CNC milling machines.
  • Setting large fabrications.
  • Filling out route cards and SOP’s
  • Working day shift/night shift or early shift/late shift pattern.
  • Working a reasonable amount of overtime to suit the needs of the business.

Role Requirements:

Competent in the use of Haas, Fanuc or Heidenhain control systems.
Programming.
Knowledge of basic inspection equipment.
Ability to inspect own work
Expect high standards from yourself
Good understanding of G codes, M codes

If you have the experience required then please get in contact with us to discuss further with a member of our team on 01325 468780.

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