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Wednesbury
Competitive Salary plus Benefits
Permanent
On Site
A leading food manufacturer are seeking an experienced Technical Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of compliance, food safety, and customer satisfaction. This company offers a supportive and progressive working environment, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the future of food production.
What You Will Do:
- Lead and manage the site Technical function, ensuring legal compliance and adherence to food safety standards and customer specifications.
- Recruit, train, and develop Quality department, fostering a culture of growth and excellence.
- Support external audits, including BRCGS and retailer audits, ensuring all processes meet stringent standards.
- Oversee internal audit schedules and ensure timely completion of corrective actions.
- Collaborate with Operations to monitor and audit technical processes, ensuring customer requirements are consistently met.
- Review product specifications, packaging, and ingredients to ensure compliance with customer expectations.
- Investigate and coordinate responses to customer complaints of a technical nature, ensuring effective action plans are implemented.
What You Will Bring:
- Advanced qualifications in Food Safety and HACCP (Level 4) and an internal auditing certification.
- Proven leadership skills with experience motivating and managing teams.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise at all levels.
- Knowledge and experience of major retailer requirements and food manufacturing standards.
- A proactive and detail-oriented approach to maintaining quality and compliance.
This company takes pride in its innovative approach and state-of-the-art facilities, where the focus is on delivering high-quality products to major supermarkets and popular restaurants. The Technical Manager role is central to upholding these values, ensuring that every product meets rigorous standards and customer expectations. Joining this company means becoming part of a team that thrives on excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Location:
The role is based at a flagship manufacturing site near Walsall, West Midlands, equipped with advanced facilities and a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Interested?:
If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role as a Technical Manager, apply today and take the next step in your career. Don't miss this chance to make a difference in a company that values quality and innovation.
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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Bedford
Negotiable depending on experience
Permanent
On Site
Title: Test Technician
Location: Bedford
Salary: Negotiable based on experience
Overview:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Test Technician to work within our clients R&D team, the role will be heavily involved in testing and development of commercial refrigerated display cabinets.
This is a hands-on role in a dynamic test facility, ideal for someone with strong technical expertise and a passion for innovation in refrigeration technology.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform performance and reliability testing on refrigerated display cabinets.
- Support prototype builds including brazing, pipework, and system assembly.
- Apply FGAS certification knowledge to ensure safe refrigerant handling.
- Collaborate with design and engineering teams to improve cabinet performance.
- Follow and interpret industry testing standards (e.g., EN23953).
- Record and analyse test data, contributing to technical documentation.
- Maintain and calibrate test equipment and instrumentation.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in refrigeration engineering, ideally in an R&D or commercial setting.
- Strong understanding of refrigerated cabinet design and system components.
- FGAS certified (or equivalent).
- Skilled in brazing and mechanical assembly.
- Familiarity with testing standards and procedures.
- Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with data acquisition and test automation systems.
- Knowledge of energy efficiency regulations and eco-design standards.
- HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Refrigeration, or related field.
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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Peterborough
Market related
Permanent
On Site
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Peterborough
Overview:
We are currently working for a pioneering business who are seeking an experience Manufacturing Process Engineer to work at their facility in Peterborough, the role will be involved in driving operational excellence and making a real impact on manufacturing performance. Due to the expansion of our clients team this is a great opportunity to work in a Manufacturing Process Engineer capacity to support our client deliver world-class processes, innovation, and efficiency across our operations.
What you’ll be doing
As a key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will:
- Take ownership of designated processes, driving efficiency, quality, and throughput improvements.
- Identify and eliminate waste while embedding continuous improvement (CI) practices.
- Lead or support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, ensuring smooth integration into production.
- Support Capability Acquisition (CA) by implementing new technologies and processes.
- Develop and maintain process documentation such as flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans, and SOPs.
- Champion standardization and compliance to quality and operational standards.
- Initiate and manage shopfloor improvement projects with clear scope, timelines, and deliverables.
- Monitor and analyse production KPIs to support data-driven decision making.
- Collaborate closely with Operations, Technical, and Quality teams to align improvements with wider business objectives.
What we’re looking for
- Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline.
- At least 3 years’ experience in Manufacturing, Process, or Chemical Engineering (experience in leather or textiles manufacturing is a bonus).
- Skilled in structured problem-solving (Root Cause Analysis, A3, 8D, Six Sigma, DMAIC, or PDCA).
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
- Proficiency in process control and built-in-quality tools (PFMEAs, control plans, capability studies).
- Ability to apply statistical analysis techniques (Minitab or similar software experience desirable).
- Proven project management skills, leading independently or in cross-functional teams.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team where you’ll have a real influence on process performance, technology adoption, and continuous improvement. With minimal travel requirements (local site visits only), you’ll be based primarily in Peterborough, working hands-on to shape the future of our manufacturing operations. If your interested in the role please send your CV to Lee Elwell on 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.
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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Tamworth
£17 per hour + Ovetime
Permanent
On Site
Job Title: Refrigeration Fitter
Location: Tamworth
Reports to: Production Manager
Objective: To assemble, fit and test cooling and air-treatment equipment used in advanced environmental and corrosion-testing applications.
Role Overview
This role involves hands-on assembly and testing of specialised cooling and humidity-control units designed to create precise environmental conditions. These systems are used in demanding test environments, including low-temperature and controlled-humidity applications, and play a key part in ensuring the reliability of materials and components across a range of industries.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble and fit mechanical components to build complete cooling and air-treatment units
- Carry out pressure testing and refrigerant charging
- Perform electrical wiring of control panels (training provided if needed)
- Install cladding and complete finishing work on assembled units
- Conduct full functional testing of completed equipment to ensure performance and quality
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong knowledge of refrigeration and cooling systems (single- and two-stage systems)
- Proven experience in mechanical fitting
- Mechanical and electrical assembly skills
- Ability to braze, solder and bend copper tubing
- Able to follow technical instructions and work to planned timescales
- Strong focus on quality with the ability to self-inspect work
- F-Gas qualification preferred (training available for the right candidate)
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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Redditch
Excellent rate of pay
Contract
On Site
Manufacturing Engineer - Machining, 6 month contract initially
Are you ready to take your career to new heights in the aerospace industry? This exciting opportunity as a Manufacturing Engineer - Machining offers the chance to work on advanced aerospace products, drive innovation, and play a pivotal role in improving manufacturing processes. This company provides a dynamic and growth-focused environment where your expertise will be valued and rewarded. With clear pathways for progression, this role is perfect for someone looking to make an impact and develop professionally.
What You Will Do:
- Machine shop environment - Manufacturing engineering activities, ensuring robust solutions are achieved.
- Optimise manufacturing processes to maximise quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness while prioritising health and safety.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing techniques such as kaizen, line balancing, and value stream mapping to enhance operations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives targeting quality improvements, productivity gains, and waste reduction.
- Support New Product Introductions (NPI) by developing production processes, tooling, and validation plans.
- Collaborate with design teams to ensure manufacturability and seamless integration of new designs into production.
What You Will Bring:
- Experience in a machine shop environment / industrial manufacturing engineering environment.
- Extensive hands-on experience in aerospace, defence, automotive, or high-spec industrial manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of process control, statistical tools, and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
- Expertise in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
- A degree or HND in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar.
This company is committed to delivering excellence in aerospace manufacturing, ensuring processes are stable, capable, and continuously improving to meet the industry's high standards. As a Manufacturing Engineer - Machining, you will contribute to cutting-edge advancements, drive quality, and play a key role in achieving production success.
Location: This role is based in a location ideal for individuals seeking to work in a thriving aerospace manufacturing hub.
Interested?: If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference in aerospace manufacturing, apply today! Don't miss the chance to join a company that values innovation, quality, and professional growth.
This role is Inside IR35.
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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Redditch
Excellent rate of pay
Contract
On Site
Manufacturing Engineer – Forging, 6 month contract initially
Are you ready to take your career to new heights in the aerospace industry? This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking company as a Manufacturing Engineer - Forging, where innovation, quality, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do. This company offers a dynamic and supportive environment, clear pathways for career progression, and the chance to work on advanced aerospace products that shape the future of manufacturing.
What You Will Do:
- Aero-structures/forging work (mainly aluminium or titanium).
- Optimise manufacturing processes to maximise quality, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and health & safety.
- Drive process control and capability across operations to ensure reliable production outcomes.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing techniques such as kaizen, time studies, and value stream mapping.
- Support the industrialisation of New Product Introductions (NPI), including tooling development, work instructions, and validation plans.
- Apply APQP processes and lead PPAP to ensure product and process readiness for manufacturing.
What You Will Bring:
- Demonstrable experience in manufacturing engineering within an industrial environment.
- Extensive practical experience in forging, machining, fabrication, or similar roles in aerospace, automotive, or high-spec industries.
- Strong understanding of process control, capability (Cp, Cpk), and statistical tools.
- Proven expertise in continuous improvement initiatives targeting quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
- Proficiency in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and structured problem-solving methodologies like 8D and DMAIC.
As a key player in the aerospace industry, this company is dedicated to delivering high-quality products through innovative manufacturing processes. Their commitment to excellence and continuous improvement ensures they remain at the forefront of their field, offering employees the chance to contribute to ground breaking advancements.
Location: This role is based in a vibrant and accessible location, offering a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in aerospace manufacturing.
Interested?: If you're ready to take on the challenge of becoming a Manufacturing Engineer - Forging and make a lasting impact, apply today! Don't miss the chance to be part of something extraordinary.
This role is Inside IR35.
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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