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Telford
£13.50 - 13.50 per hour
Permanent
On Site
Job Title: Assembly Fitter
Do you have a passion for working with vehicles, or have you previously worked as a Panel Maker, Joiner, Carpenter, Mechanical Assembler, Assembly Technician, Mechanical Fitter, Electrical Fitter, Vehicle Fitter, Mechanical Assembly Technician, Mechanical Assembly Fitter or Vehicle Technician?!
We are seeking 2 Assembly Fitters to join a leading manufacturer in the Halesfield area of Telford, the starting pay rate is up to £13.50 per hour (DOE) with progression opportunities internally.
The working hours are 7am-5pm Mon-Thurs, with a 3pm finish on a Friday (45 hours per week). Overtime is available and is paid at T1/2 once you've passed a probation period.
A Full UK Driving License is an ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENT.
What You Will Do:
As an Assembly Fitter, you will play a key part in building and fitting components into vehicles, ensuring work is completed to specification, safely and efficiently.
- Measure, cut and install components into vehicles
- Read, follow and understand technical drawings
- Use hand and power tools daily, including spanners and drills
- Complete supporting paperwork accurately
- Follow all health and safety regulations at every stage
- Contribute to consistent assembly quality within the manufacturing environment
What You Will Bring:
To succeed in this Assembly Fitter position, practical experience and reliability are essential. Full training will be provided, particularly for vehicle-specific techniques.
- A Full UK Driving License - ESSENTIAL
- Experience within a manufacturing environment
- Experience using hand and power tools
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings
- A strong assembly/manufacturing or mechanics background is highly beneficial
- A willingness to learn, work carefully, and meet production expectations
This Assembly Fitter role supports this company's goal of delivering reliable, high-quality manufacturing output. It fits the company's focus on safe working practices, continuous improvement, and long-term, permanent employment that lets people build real momentum in their careers. With overtime opportunities available after a probationary period, the Assembly Fitter role also offers a clear path to increase earnings while developing confidence in a hands-on, technical role.
Location:
The Assembly Fitter roles are based in Telford, Shropshire.
Interested?:
Don't miss out on these permanent Assembly Fitter vacancies in a busy manufacturing setting. Apply today to be considered and take the next step into a role where practical skills are valued and progress is encouraged.
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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Wheelock
£27k - 36.5k per year
Permanent
On Site
PERMANENT JOB VACANCY - LASER OPERATOR
We are proud to be working with a long-standing sheet metal fabrication business in Sandbach who are looking for an experienced Laser Operator to join them on a permanent basis.
The hiring manager would prefer someone who has worked on a Trumpf Laser, but they would consider someone who has worked on an Amada Laser (or similar).
During the first 12 weeks whilst training you will work a fixed day shift (7.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, 12.30pm finish Friday - 39 hours per week), but you will then be required to work a rotating 6-2/2-10 shift pattern Monday to Friday (38 hours per week).
The starting salary on days would range between £26,770 - £29,811 per annum (DOE), but once you move onto the rotating shift system your salary will range between £32,700 - £36,300 per annum (DOE).
Overtime is regularly available and is paid at T1/3 after 39 hours, and T1/2 after 48 hours, this business also offers a £2,000 new starter incentive bonus which is a staggered payment (£200 after the first month, £800 once you've passed probation and the final £1,000 to be paid after 12 months service).
Anyone who has previously worked as a CNC Laser Setter, Laser Operator, Laser Setter, Trumpf Laser Operator, Press Brake Operator or CNC Operator with Trumpf experience would be a great fit.
What You Will Do:
- Operate a Trumpf CNC laser machine with precision and efficiency.
- Interpret technical drawings and CAD layouts to ensure accurate production.
- Maintain high-quality standards in laser cutting processes and steel material handling.
- Perform basic mechanical maintenance on equipment to ensure smooth operation.
- Collaborate with team members to meet production deadlines and exceed expectations.
- Utilise Trumpf software, such as TruTops or Boost, to optimise laser cutting processes.
What You Will Bring:
- Proven experience operating a Trumpf (or Amada) CNC laser machine.
- Good understanding of laser cutting processes and steel materials.
- Confident reading and interpreting technical drawings and CAD layouts.
- Strong attention to detail and a practical, hands-on approach.
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline (preferred).
Location:
Located in Sandbach (Cheshire).
Interested?:
If this Laser Operator role sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, don't hesitate-apply now and take the next step in your career! This is your chance to join a company that values your skills and offers a supportive environment where you can thrive.
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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Wheelock
£29.5k - 37k per year
Permanent
On Site
PERMANENT JOB AVAILABLE - CNC OPERATOR
We are pleased to be working with a large sheet metal fabrication business in Sandbach (Cheshire) who are looking for a CNC Operator to join them, whilst training you will work a fixed day shift pattern (7.30am - 4.30pm Mon-Thurs, 12.30pm finish Fri - 39 hours per week), but once trained you will move onto a rotating 6-2/2-10 shift pattern Monday to Friday (38 hours per week).
The annul salary will start at just over £29,500 per annum while you are training on day shifts, but when you move onto rotating shifts your salary could be between £32,500 - £36,000 per annum (DOE).
Overtime is regularly available and is paid at T1/3 after 39 hours, and T1/2 after 48 hours, this business also offers a £2,000 new starter incentive bonus which is a staggered payment (£200 after the first month, £800 once you've passed probation and the final £1,000 to be paid after 12 months service).
The hiring manager is looking for someone with proven CNC experience as well as someone who can demonstrate a strong mechanical knowledge relating to milling, tooling and materials handling.
Anyone who has worked as a CNC Operator, CNC Machinst, CNC Miller, CNC Turner, CNC Lathe Operator, CNC Milling Operator, CNC Setter Operator, CNC Lathe Setter or CNC Milling Machinist would be well received.
What You Will Do:
- Operate and set up CNC machines (with Siemens controls) millers and lathes in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
- Interpret engineering drawings and geometric tolerances to ensure precision in production.
- Manage machine control settings actively and diligently, making necessary adjustments for optimal performance.
- Assemble components using hand tools and materials handling equipment.
- Conduct inspections of finished products to maintain adherence to quality standards.
- Perform basic maintenance on CNC machinery and troubleshoot issues during operation.
What You Will Bring:
- Proven experience in fabrication, machining, or manufacturing environments with hands-on operation of CNC machinery.
- Mechanical knowledge related to milling, tooling, and materials handling.
- Competence in basic mathematics for measurements and calculations during set-up and production.
- Experience working with hand tools and understanding of materials properties.
- Conduct inspections of finished products to maintain adherence to quality standards.
- Perform basic maintenance on CNC machinery and troubleshoot issues during operation.
Location:
This position is based in Sandbach (Cheshire).
Interested?:
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to advance your career as a CNC Operator. Apply today and take the first step towards joining a company that values innovation, precision, and your professional growth.
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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Horwich
£65k - 75k per year
Permanent
On Site
Technical Manager
Salary: Up to £75k per annum.
Location: Bolton, fully onsite role, hours 8am - 4pm
Are you an experienced Technical Manager with a degree in Chemistry looking for a varied role where no two days are the same?
We're recruiting for an exciting permanent opportunity with an established and growing manufacturing business looking to appoint a technically minded leader.
This is a genuinely blended role that combines technical leadership, product development, project management, manufacturing support, customer engagement and compliance, making it ideal for someone who enjoys applying their scientific knowledge across multiple areas of the business.
Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you'll play a key role in developing innovative products, supporting customers, improving manufacturing processes and driving technical excellence throughout the organisation.
Why Join?
- Salary up to £75k per annum
- Excellent benefits
- Permanent, long term opportunity with a growing manufacturer
- Varied and interesting role with no two days the same
- Opportunity to lead technical projects from concept through to production
- Work closely with senior leadership and influence business strategy
- Blend of office based technical work, project management and customer interaction
The Role
As Technical Manager, you'll lead the Technical Department while acting as the technical expert across the business.
You'll oversee new product development, manage testing and certification, support manufacturing, work directly with customers and suppliers, and ensure products continue to meet the highest quality and regulatory standards.
You'll combine scientific knowledge with commercial awareness, helping customers solve technical challenges while supporting innovation and continuous improvement throughout the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the Technical Department
- Drive new product development and continuous improvement projects
- Provide technical expertise across manufacturing, sales and commercial teams
- Manage technical projects from concept through to successful delivery
- Support manufacturing by resolving technical issues and improving production processes
- Oversee product testing, validation and certification activities
- Ensure compliance of raw materials and finished products
- Work closely with suppliers and contract manufacturing partners
- Provide technical support and advice to customers
- Investigate product performance and solve complex technical challenges
- Manage technical documentation and product specifications
- Support business strategy through innovation and product development
- Manage departmental budgets and identify opportunities for improvement
About You
We're looking for an experienced Technical Manager who enjoys combining scientific expertise with practical problem solving and leadership.
To be successful you'll need:
- A degree in Chemistry or another relevant Science discipline such as Materials Science, Chemical Science or a closely related subject
- Previous experience in a Technical Manager, Product Development Manager, Research and Development Manager, Technical Lead or Senior Technical role within manufacturing
- Strong product development experience
- Experience supporting manufacturing and production environments
- Knowledge of product testing, validation, certification and regulatory compliance
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- The ability to explain technical information clearly to both colleagues and customers
- A proactive approach with excellent problem solving skills
- Commercial awareness and the ability to balance innovation with business objectives
Why This Opportunity?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where your scientific knowledge will genuinely make a difference.
Rather than being focused solely on managing a technical department, you'll enjoy a broad and rewarding position that combines leadership, innovation, customer interaction, manufacturing support and product development. You'll work across the entire product lifecycle, influence key business decisions and play a major role in the company's future growth.
If you're an experienced Technical Manager, Product Development Manager, Research and Development Manager, Technical Lead or Senior Scientist looking for a varied permanent opportunity where you can develop your career and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
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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Coventry
£13.76 - 13.76 per hour
Contract
On Site
Exciting Opportunity: Process Operator
Are you ready to join an industry-leading company that stands at the forefront of innovation, quality, and efficiency? With over 90 years of experience, this company is a pioneer in providing high-strength, lightweight, and fatigue-resistant products made from the world's most advanced composite materials. They are currently seeking a dedicated Process Operator to become an integral part of their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference, in an environment that fosters growth, learning, and excellence.
What You Will Do:
- Handle raw materials, ensuring their proper delivery and setup for work streams.
- Accurately place cut material shapes into various tools including preform, moulding vac form, composite, and steel tooling.
- Safely load tools, laminates, and preforms into compression presses, ovens, or autoclaves.
- Carry out finishing and assembly of composite components.
- Manage the packing and labelling of finished products.
- Perform lay-up of composite materials and operate presses.
- Accurately record production data as required.
What You Will Bring:
- A keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
- Strong organizational skills and the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Experience in a manufacturing or production setting, particularly within the composites or defence industries, is highly desirable.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn new skills.
Company Contribution & Industry Information:
This role is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a company that is not just a leader in the defence sector but also a pioneer in commercial composites, serving industries such as medical, transport, aerospace, and energy. The **Process Operator** will play a crucial role in maintaining the company's reputation for excellence, delivering products that are up to 50% lighter than equivalent steel products while meeting the specific requirements of customers across various sectors.
Location:
This position is based at the company's state-of-the-art facility in Coventry, renowned for its cutting-edge armour design and military vehicle integration capabilities.
Join Us:
If you're passionate about making a tangible impact and ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and making a difference. Don't miss out on this opportunity to grow with a company that is shaping the future of the industry.
Apply now to become the next Process Operator and embark on a rewarding career journey!
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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Brockworth
Competitive Salary
Permanent
On Site
Controls Engineer – Gloucester
Competitive Salary
Our client is a specialist engineering company that delivers a range of automated products, solutions and technical services for the manufacturing sector and they are recruiting for a Controls Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. As a Controls Engineer, your role will focus on the development and support of bespoke automated machinery supplied worldwide.
This role will be predominantly based at their Gloucester office with occasional international travel to their client's sites as required.
Controls Engineer Responsibilities:
- Carry out software and hardware configuration of networked control systems
- Program and integrate vision systems for inspection and measurement using Cognex or similar products
- Provide control system support for prototype, new machine builds, and existing equipment in the field
- Ensure and oversee machine safety to the relevant international standards and practices
- Prepare support documentation to assist with machine manufacture, testing, and customer documentation packages
- Provide customer support and be prepared to travel on-site as required
- Identify opportunities for process, productivity, and quality improvements
- Actively participate in product development and improvement
Controls Engineer Requirements:
- Qualified to HNC/HND or equivalent in a Software-related discipline
- Proven experience in PLC, HMI, and motion programming, preferably using Rockwell Logix platform
- Experience with Siemens Control systems and TIA portal is advantageous.
- Knowledge and programming of robotic applications, preferably with Yaskawa, is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to communicate at all levels.
- Helpful and supportive approach to resolving technical challenges.
- Receptive and adaptable to change.
- Able to travel internationally to customer sites (approximately 2-3 weeks in duration, 4-5 times per annum, but may vary depending on projects).
- Current passport and fully COVID-19 vaccinated to allow international travel.
If you are a passionate and skilled Controls Engineer who thrives in a dynamic, international environment, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge automation solutions for the global lead acid battery industry.
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.
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