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Crane Test Engineer

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Major Recruitment are searching for a Crane Test Engineer for our client based in Sunderland. This vacancy is full-time and permanent for the right candidate.

Duties include:

  • Setting up of various equipment and machinery
  • Performing checks and testing on systems and equipment
  • Installation and deinstallation of devices
  • Working to planning specs and instructions
  • Working to company regulations and standards
  • Documentation of work and reporting any deviations to management

Hours of work and pay rate:

  • Monday to Thursday
  • 07:00am till 17:15pm
  • 38 hours per week
  • £21.77 per hour

Successful candidates must have completed vocational training as an Electrician or Electrical Engineer and have a valid Crane Operating License.

Please call for an immediate interview.

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Welding Engineer

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Major Recruitment are searching for a Welding Engineer for our client based in Sunderland. This vacancy is full-time and permanent for the right candidate.

Duties include:

  • Conducting inspections at various production stages
  • Ensuring products are manufactured correctly, meeting specifications, and to company standards and procedures
  • Supporting making improvements to inspection and auditing processes across the company
  • Inspecting welds, materials, dimensions and painting processes
  • Working with the team and independently to support the business

Hours of work and pay rate:

  • Monday to Friday
  • 8 hour day shifts, flexible hours
  • £45,000 per year

Successful candidates must have the following:

  • Knowledge of quality and welding management systems ISO9001 and ISO3834
  • Proficiency in welder monitoring, distortion control and weld sequences/ SOP
  • Knowledge of welding processes, MAG essential

This position also requires travel within the UK and Europe for a few weeks per year.

Please call 01919338441 for an immediate interview.

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Manual Miller / Manual Turner

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Major Recruitment are looking to hire Manual Millers and Manual Turners on a permanent basis, for our client based in Long Eaton, specializing in precision engineering.

We are seeking skilled Manual Millers and Manual Turners to operate XYZ machines and perform manual milling and turning operations on various materials including mild steels, stainless steel, aluminium, tool steels, copper, brass, bronze, nylons, plastics, and insulating materials. The successful candidates will work closely with the Engineering Manager to ensure customer requirements are met efficiently and accurately.

Details

  • Full-time Permanent
  • £29,120-£32,240 Per Annum (£14.00-£16.00 per hour DOE)
  • Monday – Friday (Can be reduced to 4 days a week)
  • 07:00-17:00 (Flexible)
  • 40 per week

For Manual Miller:

  • Operate, program, and maintain CNC machines to machine parts according to specifications
  • Set up and adjust machine settings to ensure proper functionality
  • Monitor machine operations to detect any issues or malfunctions
  • Perform quality control checks to ensure parts meet required standards
  • Assemble and package finished products for shipment
  • Utilize hand tools and other equipment as necessary for production tasks
  • Follow health & safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area

For Manual Turner:

  • Perform turning operations on centre lathes to produce precision metal components
  • Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine machining requirements
  • Select appropriate cutting tools, attachments, and work holding devices for each job
  • Adjust machine controls to ensure proper cutting speeds, feeds, and depths of cut
  • Monitor machining process and make adjustments as necessary to maintain quality and productivity
  • Perform routine maintenance on machines and tools, including sharpening and replacing cutting tools
  • Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances

Experience:

  • Experience in manual milling or turning operations
  • Familiarity with XYZ Machines and manual machining is preferable
  • Basic math skills for measurements and calculations
  • Familiarity with tooling and materials handling
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints or technical drawings

Benefits:

  • 31 days holiday including bank holidays
  • Competitive pay
  • Overtime at time & a half
  • Free on-site parking
  • Flexitime
  • Immediate Start
  • Ability to be flexible with working days and hours

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Design & Development Engineer (Pumps or Hydraulics)

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A Mechanical Design Engineer with experience of designing pumps, rotating equipment or high-pressure hydraulic systems is needed by a successful engineering company

You will be working within an established research and development team creating concept designs and building prototypes for the companies core product suite.

Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

  • Produce 3D models and drawings
  • Coordinate design and development activities with the product management team to ensure finished designs are in line with the product roadmap
  • Preparing design documentation for production (component design, technical drawings)
  • Contributing to design reviews
  • Completing calculations for design validation
  • Prototype design build & test

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Design Engineer with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes including casting, forging, machining, and metal fabrication. You will also need excellent 2D and 3D design skills with experience of Solidworks. The ability to understand complex engineering specifications and experience of rotating equipment or pumps would be a strong advantage as would any FEA or CFD experience.

Strong attention to detail is required, along with the ability to work on multiple projects to tight timescales and stringent standards without compromising on quality or cost. Some overseas and UK travel may be required for short periods.

If you would like to learn more about this exciting role please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment on 0191 6620016 or click Apply Now to send your CV

HGV Fitter / Mechanic in Camnerley

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Major Recruitment are currently recruiting for a HGV Fitter/Mechanic to join our in Camberley.

  • This role is based on-site at ourDepot (Camberley GU15)
  • The standard hours of work are 45 hours per week (Monday – Friday, 6am – 3:30pm). On call duties will be required
  • Rate: £17.89ph basic
  • Initial 3 months contract

You will be responsible for:

  • Ensure first-time repair of vehicles and equipment within budget.
  • Complete and return all documentation, work orders, and service sheets for approval and filing.
  • Comply with current legislation and certification for tooling and equipment.
  • Maintain a tidy bench and working area.
  • Adhere to health and safety guidelines and understand the QA policy
  • Stay updated on competency for effective vehicle repairs
  • Address any non-conformances identified during QA audits
  • Work safely both individually and in a team

We want to hear from you if you have:

  • Educated and trained to City and Guilds, IRTEC or NVQ level in inspection and repair of heavy vehicles and equipment
  • Hold a valid Cat C HGV License preferable (but training will be given to the right candidate)
  • Able to carry out repairs to a safe and compliant standard
  • Good communication skills but able to work alone
  • Good understanding of health and safety in a workshop environment
  • COSHH Awareness
  • Good standard of Maths and English to GCSE pass rate

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!

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Pump Design Engineer

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A Mechanical Design Engineer with experience of using CMM equipment and the ability to produce designs by reverse engineering legacy / obsolete products & equipment is sought by a growing North East based company

You will work with a variety of clients producing technical solutions to complex engineering projects, the main focus being on providing a full reverse engineering package for parts. You will report directly to the Engineering Manager whilst supporting a busy production team, as a Reverse Design engineer you will capture detail from damaged, worn out and obsolete rotating equipment via various 3D scanning methods, then create models from captured date leading to 2D drawings for manufacture or repair.

Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

  • Use 3D scanning technology to create 3D CAD models from complex samples
  • Produce 3D models using a portable CMM (Faro Arm) and portable white light laser scanner
  • Using customer information/samples to create 3D models
  • First principal measuring to create 3D models
  • Produce 3D models and drawings in Solidworks
  • Build full digital models of with all mating features to establish fits and clearances
  • Preparing design documentation for production (component design, technical drawings)
  • Contributing to design reviews

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Design Engineer with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes including casting, forging, machining, and metal fabrication. You will also need excellent 2D and 3D design skills with experience of Solidworks / design works / EPDM Vault and be experienced in the use of CMM, Faro Arm and 3D scanning technology.

The ability to understand complex engineering specifications and experience of rotating equipment or pumps would be a strong advantage as would any FEA experience.

Strong attention to detail is required, along with the ability to work on multiple projects to tight timescales and stringent standards without compromising on quality or cost. Some overseas and UK travel may be required for short periods.

If you would like to learn more about this exciting role please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment on 0191 6620016 or click Apply Now to send your CV

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HGV Fitter / Mechanic in Surrey

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Major Recruitment are currently recruiting for a HGV Fitter/Mechanic to join our Surrey Account.

  • This role is based on-site at our Depot (KT10)
  • The standard hours of work are 45 hours per week (Monday – Friday, 6am – 3:30pm). On call duties will be required
  • Rate: £17.89ph basic
  • Initial 3 months contract

You will be responsible for:

  • Ensure first-time repair of vehicles and equipment within budget.
  • Complete and return all documentation, work orders, and service sheets for approval and filing.
  • Comply with current legislation and certification for tooling and equipment.
  • Maintain a tidy bench and working area.
  • Adhere to health and safety guidelines and understand the QA policy
  • Stay updated on competency for effective vehicle repairs
  • Address any non-conformances identified during QA audits
  • Work safely both individually and in a team

We want to hear from you if you have:

  • Educated and trained to City and Guilds, IRTEC or NVQ level in inspection and repair of heavy vehicles and equipment
  • Hold a valid Cat C HGV License preferable (but training will be given to the right candidate)
  • Able to carry out repairs to a safe and compliant standard
  • Good communication skills but able to work alone
  • Good understanding of health and safety in a workshop environment
  • COSHH Awareness
  • Good standard of Maths and English to GCSE pass rate

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!

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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 you are looking for a new challenge then 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 level of 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’s or other related documents.

What you will 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 the client would like 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 and 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!!

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 you are looking for a new challenge then this could be the perfect position for you!!!

What is in it for you?! Salary £26,319 Hourly rate of £13.67, working hours 2.30-11 Monday – Thursday 11-4 Friday, ongoing overtime available, good training and potential to work in different departments, enabling you to increase your level of skills. Temp to Perm 2-3 weeks temping only, then monthly paid Permanent Contract.

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. Ensure all activities satisfy quality standards or other applicable standards.

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.

What you will 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.

Liaise with Team Leaders and ensure stock levels are kept up to date. Ensure equipment is running efficiently/effectively with maximum use of material, resources, and time.

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.

Secondary Activities / Tasks. To undertake any other duties and responsibilities as required/instructed to maintain and/or improve the efficiency, quality, and service provided by Production Services. Health & Safety – adherence to all Company Health & Safety Policies, Procedures, and Safe Working Practices. Attend Health Surveillance as appropriate. Attend training courses and participate in “on the job” training, as appropriate to the development of job skills and mandatory Health and safety requirements.

What the client would like 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 and 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!!

Tig Welder / Plater

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We are currently recruiting for a Plater / Welder for our client based in Sheffield (S9)

Salary £15.50 – £17.00 per hour based on experience
Overtime after 40 hours worked.
Saturday paid at time & half / Sundays paid at double.

Shifts are:
Monday – Friday
06.30am – 16.00pm

The ideal candidate will be experienced and trained Plater Welder to a good standard of workmanship and ideally, be flexible to work on a variety of material.

Skills Required:

  • TIG welding experience- required
  • MIG and MMA/STICK – desirable but not essential
  • Experience of working on medium to heavy engineering fabrications.
  • Reading of, engineering GAs and detailed drawings, to a high standard.
  • Marking out, drilling, cutting, bending rolling and various types of welding.
  • All welding will be qualified and tested to our standards in house.

Immediate starts are available

Please apply online if interested.

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