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R&D Production Project Manager

Bromsgrove

Competitive Salary

Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled R&D Production Project Manager to lead the development of innovative products from concept through to production. This role requires a strategic and hands-on leader who can coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage project timelines and budgets, and ensure quality standards are met throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead New Product Development (NPD) initiatives by coordinating R&D teams across research, electrical, software, mechanical testing, and production.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with ISO standards and company processes.
• Collaborate with technical leads to resolve project challenges and ensure requirements are met.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans using tools such as JIRA and SharePoint, setting sprints and tracking progress.
• Conduct and lead project meetings with both project teams and senior leadership, providing regular performance updates.
• Actively contribute to project tasks where necessary, providing hands-on guidance to overcome challenges and drive progress.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Plan and allocate resources, including team members and hardware requirements, as needed.
• Transition R&D projects smoothly into production while coordinating with production teams to meet timelines and budget requirements.
• Maintain and update manufacturing software and processes to ensure operational efficiency.
• Set and monitor quality standards, playing a central role in quality control decisions.
• Conduct regular one-to-one development meetings with team members to foster growth and engagement.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Project Management Fundamentals: Planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, resource allocation, and quality control.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of R&D processes and technical concepts.
• Data Analysis & Critical Thinking: Ability to evaluate information, identify issues, and develop innovative solutions.
• Strategic Thinking: Aligning R&D initiatives with broader business objectives.
• Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills to bridge technical teams and stakeholders.
• Leadership & Teamwork: Motivating and guiding teams, promoting collaboration, and delegating effectively.
• Problem-Solving: Tackling complex challenges inherent in innovative projects.
• Adaptability & Resilience: Managing uncertainty and navigating rapid changes.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Effective collaboration across departments such as R&D, Marketing, and Operations.
• Documentation: Maintaining clear, comprehensive records of project activities and knowledge.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Warehouse Operative - PM Shift 

Worcester Based

Band 4

About the Job

The Company

Our client, Yamazaki Mazak is a leading global manufacturing company based in Worcester.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leading Machine Tool manufacturer who have been at the forefront of the industry for many years.

Jonathan Lee Workforce Solutions are the preferred supplier to Mazak.

Job Description

The Role

The Warehouse Operative is responsible for carrying out a range of duties to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the warehouse. This includes receiving, storing, and dispatching goods, maintaining inventory levels, and ensuring that all warehouse processes are conducted safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Picking Transfer orders
• Pick all requested Transfer orders in accordance with Productions daily requirements.
• Ensure accuracy in picking and packing to minimize errors and adapt a RFT culture.
• Prepare orders for delivery, including labelling and documentation.

Inventory Management

• Conduct regular stock checks and report discrepancies.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Participate in inventory audits as required.

Health and Safety

• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and responsibly.
• Report any safety hazards or incidents to the Warehouse Team leader/Supervisor.

General Duties

• Assist in Daily activity of 5s and maintain a high level of cleanliness of the warehouse.
• Provide support to other warehouse staff when required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse operations.

Kanban

• Understands Kanban route and can audit compliance of racks to standard.
• Able to create transfer orders for Kanban in AX.
• Competent in interrogating AX to understand stock and purchase order transactions and history.
• Competent communicator across the business to progress and chase deliveries when stock is low.
• Able to identify problems of discrepancies of usage in Kanban setup.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

•  Ability to work effectively as part of a team. 
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics role is preferred.
• Basic computer skills for using various warehouse management systems and other software.

The Reward

The successful candidate can also expect the following:

 Join a successful, multi-national manufacturing company.

Excellent career potential.

25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays.

X2 Salary Life Insurance Package and Well Being Programmes.

Aviva Pension.

Free Uniform.

Free Parking.

Subsidised Restaurant on site.

Pay for the role is £14.85 per hour and the pay rate includes shift allowance.

Overtime is paid at Time 1/3 first 2 hours then Time 1/2 thereafter each day. Saturday is Time 1/2 and Sunday Double Time.

Hours for the role are a set PM Shift which is - 2:00pm - 10:30pm Monday to Thursday and Friday is 2:00pm - 8:00pm.

If this Warehouse Operative role sounds like the right opportunity for you then please call to discuss further or email me at the address provided.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Maintenance Engineer - Electrical

Excellent opportunity for an electrically biased maintenance engineer to join an established maintenance team at a professional and reputable manufacturing company in Birmingham. Competitive salary and overall benefits available to include salary sacrifice pension with matched contribution up to 10% a family covered medical plan. 

Shift: 4 on 4 off (2 Days 2 Nights)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Undertake front line repairs and perform both predicative and preventative
• maintenance activities to minimise plant downtime, increase machine reliability
• Maintain a wide range of manufacturing equipment and ancillary equipment ranging from large machinery to site services.
• To operate in a structured environment complying to the maintenance schedule to drive quality.
• Liaise with manufacturing personnel regarding plant release, downtime estimation, plant hand backs and alternative/compromise solutions.
• To provide an excellent service ie. effective and efficient breakdown repairs.
• Drive all EHS and quality procedures to follow company policies and to operate a fully flexible team; Adhere to Health and Safety policies to create a safe working environment.

Key Objectives

• To operate in a structured environment complying to the maintenance schedule to drive quality i.e. internal/external labour resource.
• Liaise with manufacturing personnel regarding plant release, downtime estimation, plant hand backs and alternative/compromise solutions.

Basic Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering field
• Good understanding of PLC systems
• Time served apprenticeship
• Heavy Engineering experience
• Ability to interpret circuit drawings in order to fault find
• Wiring Regulations 17th Edition

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher NVQ / HNC Engineering field
• Metal industry experience
• To understand and have experience of EHS requirements in a maintenance/manufacturing environment
• Wiring Regulations 18th or above
• Experience in driving mobile equipment such as F.L.T or powered access

You will have current or recent experience as maintenance engineer - electrical, electrical maintenance technician, multi-skilled engineer, multi-skilled maintenance engineer, maintenance engineer, electrical technician, electrical fitter, electrical engineer or shift engineer electrical.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive salary of up to £51,494
• Pension scheme with Aviva - Competitive employer contribution (details per company policy) salary sacrifice 4% er contribution up to max 10%
• Medicash fully funded up to family level
• Access to our onsite Gym Facilities & Occupational Health Team, including GP, lifestyle coach, physio, chiropody, and psychotherapy by appointment
• Employee Assistance by Health Assured offering an array of wellbeing support
• Excellent training and progression opportunities

If you are an electrically biased maintenance engineer seeking an new challenge APPLY TODAY!

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Electrical Maintenance Technician – Food Manufacturing

Location: Newport (Shropshire)
Salary: £47,000 - £48,500 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off, 12-hour shifts (2 days, 2 nights rotation)

We’re looking for an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our team and play a key role in developing and implementing a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule. This is an exciting opportunity to help transform our maintenance approach through Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)—keeping equipment in top condition to avoid breakdowns and improve efficiency.

We are ideally looking for someone who holds qualifications in Electrical Engineering, and preferably has come from the food packaging / manufacturing / food & beverage / FMCG sector.

This role would be a good fit for someone who has worked as an electrical maintenance engineer, shift engineer, maintenance technician, multi-skilled engineer or maintenance engineer with an electrical bias.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dedicated PPM team driving change and innovation.
• Opportunity to influence maintenance strategy and processes.
• Work in a collaborative environment focused on safety and best practices.

What You’ll Do:

• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance to agreed schedules.
• Diagnose, test, and repair electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Lead shift-based problem solving and implement improvements.
• Use CMMS systems for data recording and analysis.
• Collaborate with OEMs and suppliers for technical support.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using 5WHY, RCA, and 5S techniques.

• Comply with all Health & Safety regulations and safe working procedures; immediately reporting any concerns

• Follow company policies and food quality management systems.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all work completed.

• Comply with company environmental policies.

What We’re Looking For in an Electrical Maintenance Technician:

• NVQ Level 3, or equivalent, in Electrical engineering
• 18^th edition wiring regs
• Strong electrical fault-finding and maintenance skills (mechanical knowledge desirable).
• Previous experience with CMMS systems.
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and bank holidays when required.
• A proactive approach to reliability and efficiency improvements.

Interested?

If this Electrical Maintenance Technician role sounds like the perfect fit for your skills and ambitions, don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in an industry-leading company!

If you are a skilled electrical maintenance technician or electrical engineer and ready to take on this exciting challenge, Apply today!

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and rewarding environment? This Sales Engineer role offers an exceptional opportunity to work with cutting-edge industrial machinery and capital equipment, driving sales and building lasting relationships with customers across the UK and Ireland. If you're passionate about technical solutions and enjoy engaging with clients to deliver innovative results, this role could be your perfect next step.

What You Will Do:

- Promote the sale of machines, equipment upgrades, and related services across the UK and Ireland.

- Identify and pursue new business opportunities with both existing and prospective customers.

- Collaborate with international teams to ensure customers receive the most up-to-date pricing and technical solutions.

- Provide accurate quotations and negotiate contracts to secure the best outcomes.

- Attend exhibitions, demonstrations, and customer visits to showcase technical expertise and build relationships.

- Maintain customer records and update CRM systems regularly to ensure seamless communication and follow-ups.

What You Will Bring:

- Proven field sales experience within industrial machinery, capital equipment, or mechanical engineering sectors.

- Strong technical understanding of mechanical systems, with a willingness to expand your knowledge.

- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional approach to customer engagement.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and CRM systems, with a focus on delivering results and driving growth.

This role plays a vital part in supporting the company's goals of delivering high-quality solutions and exceptional customer service. By joining this team, you'll contribute to innovative projects and help drive success in an industry-leading organisation known for its expertise and commitment to excellence.

Location:

This role is based in the UK. You will ideally live within commuting distance of the Warwickshire Head Office and customers in the North, with travel required across the region. A car or car allowance is provided.

Interested?:

If this Sales Engineer role sounds like the perfect fit for your skills and aspirations, don't wait-apply now to take the next step in your career!

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Senior Mechanical & Electrical Design Engineer

Camberley, Surrey

Competitive Salary

Overview:

We are working with an innovative UK-based clean technology business who are commercialising a pioneering, environmentally sustainable recycling process and seeking a high skilled Design Engineer to support the business transition from pilot to commercial scale.

The successful Senior Mechanical & Electrical Design Engineer will play a pivotal role in the design, delivery, and future scale-up of next-generation recycling plants, this is a rare opportunity to shape a technology at the point it enters global commercial adoption.

The Role

• As Senior Mechanical & Electrical Design Engineer, you will take technical ownership of mechanical and electrical engineering activities across commercial production lines. Working closely with international partners, external engineering consultancies, and key suppliers, you will influence design decisions from concept through to commissioning.
• You will be trusted as a technical authority, balancing innovation with safety, compliance, and manufacturability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical and electrical engineering activities supporting the detailed design and development of commercial-scale production lines
• Collaborate with US and EU partners and UK-based engineering consultants across the full project lifecycle—from concept, through installation and commissioning
• Produce, review, and challenge in-house mechanical and electrical designs using modern CAD tools, delivering high-quality drawing packs including:
• Manufacturing drawings
• General arrangements and sub-assemblies
• P&IDs, PFDs, single-line diagrams, and service connection drawings
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest engineering and quality standards
• Lead prototyping and design verification testing to support optimisation, cost reduction, and continuous improvement
• Work closely with module suppliers and leading electrical equipment providers (e.g. ABB, Siemens, Rockwell) on equipment design, manufacture, and control software packages
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance with international standards and regulations (ISO, IEC, ASME/ASTM, CE, UKCA, ATEX, etc.)
• Integrate new technologies into existing and future production lines, supporting fault-finding and performance enhancement
• Develop and review maintenance schedules for in-house modules
• Support the ongoing development, maintenance, and operation of the UK pilot plant
• Occasionally travel internationally to customer sites to support installation, commissioning, and start-up activities

Experience & Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
• Experience designing plant machinery within chemical, process, or heavy industrial environments
• Proven experience in a senior engineering role, demonstrating leadership and successful project delivery
• Strong electro-mechanical design capability, including production of manufacturing drawings and P&IDs
• Knowledge of machinery design for explosive environments (ATEX) and participation in HAZOP studies
• Working knowledge of international standards and regulations (ISO, IEC, ASME/ASTM, CE, UKCA, PED, ATEX)
• Understanding of industrial control systems, including PLC/HMI concepts, three-phase motors, and VFDs
• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks certification preferred)
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Experience leading R&D or advanced engineering projects
• Desirable (but not essential):
• Experience in pyrolysis systems or thermal processing technologies
• Background in tyre recycling or End-of-Life materials processing
• Control system design experience

Skills & Personal Attributes:

• A clear communicator with strong problem-solving ability
• Comfortable prioritising work in a fast-moving, scale-up environment
• Self-motivated, reliable, and capable of working autonomously
• Technically curious, commercially aware, and pragmatic
• Hands-on, inventive, and passionate about developing new technologies
• Confident using Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, Word, Planner, SharePoint)
• Fluent in English
• Willing and able to travel internationally

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.