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Peterborough
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Permanent
On Site
Director of Quality & Compliance
Peterborough
Position Overview:
We are currently seeking an experienced and results-driven Director of Quality to lead our clients comprehensive quality assurance and control strategy across the entire value chain—from suppliers to customers. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fantastic business that has innovation at its core and commitment to sustainability, this hands-on leadership role will be deeply involved in the day-to-day operations while shaping long-term strategies for success. This role is responsible for ensuring that our clients products meet the highest standards of performance, consistency, and compliance with integrating Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards, Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives, and operational excellence throughout the manufacturing process.
Key Responsibilities:
Quality Strategy & Leadership:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive quality strategy aligned with business objectives and brand standards.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire the Quality team, driving cultural change initiatives around accountability, precision, and continuous improvement.
- Drive quality-focused initiatives to enhance product reliability, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.
- Lead quality function restructuring, manage talent development, and ensure the team’s capability is aligned with business growth.
- Report on quality performance to executive leadership on a monthly basis.
Customer Quality Assurance
- Serve as the primary interface for key customers, ensuring their quality requirements and expectations are met or exceeded.
- Oversee complaint resolution, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
- Monitor customer satisfaction trends and lead proactive quality improvement initiatives.
- Supplier Quality Management
- Develop and manage the supplier quality program, including audits, incoming inspections, and performance scorecards.
- Collaborate with Procurement and R&D to qualify new suppliers and materials, ensuring full conformance to specifications and standards.
- Set and achieve improvement targets for suppliers to ensure consistency, durability, and sustainability of materials and components.
Manufacturing Excellence
- Oversee in-process control plans and final quality inspections, ensuring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality gate adherence.
- Implement and maintain quality systems such as ISO 9001, SPC, and QMS, ensuring robust quality management system oversight and continuous improvement.
- Lead the quality improvement process, providing hands-on support with practical problem-solving techniques and 8D methodologies for resolving complex production issues.
- Ensure plant-wide adherence to product standards, traceability, testing, and documentation practices.
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Responsibilities:
- Integrate HSE standards into every aspect of the quality function, ensuring safe and environmentally responsible operations.
- Work closely with HSE teams to ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Drive HSE initiatives across production lines, making sure that safety is at the forefront of all quality operations.
Continuous Improvement (CI):
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement (CI) within the organization, applying Lean principles and Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Develop and oversee CI initiatives across both manufacturing and quality systems to drive sustainable operational excellence.
- Work cross-functionally to implement CI practices at all levels of the operation.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Establish a compliance framework to ensure alignment with industry standards, regulations, and customer-specific requirements.
- Lead internal and external audits, certifications, and compliance reviews to ensure ongoing adherence to legal, regulatory, and customer standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality-related field (Master’s preferred).
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in quality roles within a manufacturing organization, with demonstrated success in quality turnarounds and process improvements.
- Strong background in supplier development, customer quality management, and lean manufacturing with the ability to build and sustain quality systems.
- Expertise in root cause analysis tools (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, FMEA, DMAIC).
- Hands-on leadership—actively involved in the day-to-day operations and working directly with cross-functional teams.
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills to influence change and drive results.
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of sustainability practices and ethical sourcing standards.
- Certifications such as CQE, CQA, or Six Sigma Black Belt.
Why Apply?
This role offers a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking, innovative business at the cutting edge of sustainability and product development and lead a dedicated, passionate team committed to delivering superior products and customer experiences. This exciting role plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of a world-class manufacturing operation, with opportunities for hands-on leadership and continuous personal and professional growth. If you're eager to make a difference and leave your mark on a pioneering organization, we want to hear from you! Apply now or email lee.elwell@jonlee.co.uk
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.
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Great Chatwell
£40k - 45k per year
Permanent
On Site
Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? This exciting opportunity as a Technical Engineer offers the chance to work on innovative projects, utilise cutting-edge CAD technology, and play a pivotal role in the design and enhancement of advanced machinery. Join a company that values technical excellence, supports career growth, and offers a dynamic environment where your skills will make a real impact. If you’re passionate about creating solutions and thrive in a hands-on role, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
What You Will Do:
- Use CAD software to design and develop improvements for machinery, as well as future projects involving automation and robotics.
- Diagnose faults on equipment using your expertise in electronics and pneumatics, ensuring repairs are carried out efficiently.
- Perform electrical repairs and ensure machinery operates at optimal levels.
- Conduct field-based repairs, including responding to emergency breakdowns.
- Collaborate closely with the workshop team to deliver outstanding service and innovative solutions.
What You Will Bring:
- Proven experience using CAD programs (Fusion), with a qualification preferred but not essential.
- Strong diagnostic skills, particularly in electronics and pneumatics.
- A proactive approach to prioritising and managing your workload effectively.
- Enthusiasm, methodical thinking, and a commitment to excellence.
- A solid understanding of health and safety practices, ensuring a safe working environment at all times.
This company is committed to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions to its operations. As a Technical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the company’s goals by driving efficiency and contributing to the design of cutting-edge machinery. Your expertise will directly impact the success of the business, making this role both rewarding and impactful.
Location:
This role is based in a convenient and accessible location, offering a great environment to work and grow your career.
Interested?:
Don't miss the chance to join a forward-thinking company where your skills and ideas will be valued. Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Technical Engineer.
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.
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Birmingham
£19.81 - 19.81 per hour
Contract
Hybrid
Role: Trade & Promotions Executive
Umbrella Rate: £19.81/hr (Inside IR35)
Are you ready to take your career to the next level in an exciting and fast-paced environment? This company is offering a fantastic opportunity to join their team as a Trade & Promotions Executive. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a tangible impact, collaborate with dynamic teams, and develop your expertise in accounts receivable and finance, this could be the perfect fit for you. With a focus on innovation and excellence, this company provides an inspiring workplace where your skills will be valued and your career ambitions supported.
What You Will Do:
• Manage daily accounts receivable activities, ensuring alignment with collections strategies and priorities.
• Work to minimise overdue invoice balances while efficiently processing claims and deductions.
• Validate trade promotional claims from customers in line with targets and service level agreements.
• Facilitate effective processing of deductions off customer payments and ensure prompt reconciliation of claims.
• Collaborate with sales teams to manage account ledgers and oversee debt recovery.
• Communicate proactively with internal teams to ensure deductions are cleared or recovered in a timely manner.
What You Will Bring:
• Previous experience in accounts receivable or a strong background in finance.
• Excellent knowledge of SAP and proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• A solid understanding of the wider business context and how your role contributes to overall objectives.
As a Trade & Promotions Executive, you’ll play an integral part in ensuring financial processes are streamlined, claims are managed effectively, and customer relationships are maintained. The company is committed to delivering excellence and innovation, and your contributions will directly impact their success in achieving these goals.
Location:
This role is based in Bourneville, Birmingham, offering a vibrant and collaborative work environment.
Interested?
If you’re ready to make an impact and accelerate your career, don’t miss this opportunity to become a Trade & Promotions Executive. Apply now to join a forward-thinking company where your skills and ambitions will be nurtured and celebrated.
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.
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Bolton
Market related
Permanent
On Site
Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and innovative manufacturing environment? This exciting opportunity as a Production Programmer offers you the chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects, refine your skills, and be part of a team that values precision, efficiency, and creativity. If you're passionate about CAD/CAM programming and have a knack for problem-solving, this role is for you.
What You Will Do:
- Convert 3D CAD files (STP) into 2D DXF files to support manufacturing processes and ensure timely delivery for production.
- Remotely program press brake and laser cutting machines to streamline production in alignment with project schedules.
- Upload accurate and relevant data into MRP systems to maintain smooth workflows and ensure project milestones are met.
- Actively contribute to process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sustainability and safety in manufacturing.
- Support the design-for-manufacture process to ensure parts and products meet performance requirements and manufacturing standards.
- Identify tools, equipment, and resources needed to improve safety, quality, and productivity, and assist in their procurement.
What You Will Bring:
- Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software, ideally Inventor, with the ability to read and interact with technical drawings.
- Experience in press brake operations and a solid understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Strong computer literacy and familiarity with MRP systems for data management.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
- Training and practical experience in metal fabrication and parts manufacturing.
This role is pivotal to the company's mission of delivering high-quality manufacturing solutions that exceed client expectations. Your contributions as a Production Programmer will directly support the company's goals of innovation, precision, and operational excellence. Join a team where your skills and ideas will be valued and where you'll play a key role in driving success across multiple projects.
Location:
This role is based in Bolton, offering a convenient location for professionals in the surrounding areas.
Interested?:
Apply today and take the first step towards becoming an integral part of this forward-thinking company.
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.
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Telford
£33k - 35k per year
Permanent
On Site
Engine Fitter required in Telford, Shropshire!!!
We are proud to be working with a leading manufacturing business in Telford and helping them to recruit an additional Engine Fitter to join their team, this is working a day shift pattern (8am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday) and the role comes with an annual salary up to £35,000 per annum (DOE).
Overtime is also available and is paid at T1/2 premium when worked.
This role would be a great fit for someone who has previously worked with Car, HGV or Military Vehicle Engines either in a working capacity, or as a hobby and you have previous experience with stripping and rebuilding Engines. Similar job titles would include Engine Technician, Mechanical Fitter, Engine Strip & Re-builder, HGV Engine Fitter, or Vehicle Mechanic.
What You Will Do:
- Strip down and refurbish various components, breathing new life into each part.
- Clean down parts once disassembled, ensuring they meet the highest standards.
- Conduct tests on components once reassembled, guaranteeing they function as intended.
- Read and understand engineering drawings, translating them into actionable tasks.
- Utilize hand and power tools daily, including spanners and torque wrenches, to perform tasks efficiently.
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment for all.
What You Will Bring:
- Proven experience within a busy workshop environment, showcasing your ability to thrive under pressure.
- Hands-on experience working with engines, demonstrating your technical expertise and passion.
- The ability to read and understand engineering drawings, ensuring precision in every task.
- A commitment to adhering to health and safety regulations, prioritizing the well-being of yourself and your colleagues.
- A collaborative spirit, working alongside contractors and suppliers to achieve common goals.
This role is not just a job; it's an opportunity to contribute to the success and growth of a leading manufacturing business in Telford. Your expertise in mechanical fitting will play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards and efficiency that this company is known for.
Location:
This exciting opportunity is based in Telford, Shropshire, a location known for its vibrant community and excellent transport links.
Interested?:
If you're an Engine Fitter looking for a new challenge and the chance to work with a forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you. Apply today to take the first step towards a rewarding career that offers both professional growth and personal satisfaction.
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.
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Droitwich
£30k per year + 30 days hols incr with service, early Friday finish
Permanent
On Site
Are you ready to elevate your career and become a vital part of a fast-paced, client-focused team? This Administration Support role offers an exciting opportunity to join a thriving company where your contributions will make a real impact. With a competitive salary of £30,000 and the chance to work within a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for someone who thrives on delivering exceptional service and driving operational efficiency. If you're looking for a rewarding career path with opportunities for growth, this Administration Support role could be your next big step.
What You Will Do:
- Accurately process sales orders and generate invoices to ensure smooth operations.
- Field incoming calls and manage customer enquiries with professionalism and efficiency.
- Undertake stock checks, maintain customer price lists, and complete export documentation.
- Liaise with the sales team and warehouse staff to streamline processes and ensure timely deliveries.
- Track department dashboards to monitor order accuracy and improve operational workflows.
- Assist with tailored customer reports, new product procedures, and adherence to major customer requirements.
What You Will Bring:
- 4-5 years of experience in a sales administration or business support role.
- Strong academic background with excellent numeracy skills or accounting experience.
- Proficiency in Excel, with experience using Sage X3 being highly desirable.
- Exceptional organisational skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
This Administration Support role plays a key part in delivering first-class service to valued customers while contributing to the company's operational excellence. The position offers variety, flexibility, and the opportunity to engage in a wide range of business support functions. From improving customer services to streamlining processes, this role is integral to the company's success and aligns with its commitment to quality and innovation.
Location:
This role will ideally start in Kingswinford for a few weeks until our planned move to new premises in Droitwich in September. The company offers modern facilities and a supportive work environment.
Driving licence and transport is essential as we are moving to quite a rural location.
Interested?:
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a dynamic team, don't wait-apply now for this Administration Support role and start your journey towards a fulfilling and impactful 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.
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