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A KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER IS NEEDED!

Do you have a desire to deliver strong customer service and management? Are you looking to work for a vibrant, dynamic company who work with some of the UKs biggest brands? Then we'd love to hear from you!

The company is a successful distribution business that has established itself over the last twenty years, and also are renowned for delivering the highest level of client service.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing, advising and servicing one major key account
• To also manage a small team of administrators/support staff to ensure customer expectations are exceeded
• Cost saving and budget management
• Managing and resolving client complaints
• To ensure service levels are recorded against KPIs
• Project management
• Relationship and rapport building
• Negotiation
• Analysing and reporting

We would love to hear from you if you have had the following experience:

• Management of major customer/client accounts
• You may have worked as a Key Account Manager, Account Manager or Account Executive
• A good understanding of finances: cost saving and budgets
• Experience in working within distribution or in supply chain is ideal

Benefits:

• This job is paying up to £45000
• £4000 Car Allowance
• Excellent training and career progression opportunities.
• This a permanent and full time position

This job is easily commutable to anyone living in Cambridgeshire.

If you're interested hearing more about the role then please apply now!

Please note, if your application is suitable, one of our consultants will call you within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, however we will keep your details on our talent management system to consider you for future opportunities.

Are you looking for immediate work but would like to work for a world-class manufacturing environment? Previously had experience with mechanical assembly of parts from engineering drawings? Then we want to hear from you!

The client specialize in the manufacture and supply of fire suppression systems in a mixed model value stream environment, distributing their products globally through various networks. The site is a huge complex with modern manufacturing facilities/equipment, employing 1000's of staff globally through their UK, European and USA sites. The company is committed to operational excellence through the use of Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma and global sourcing practices.

In return, the position offers an hourly rate of £12.50 p/h, plus overtime at Time & 1/3 weekday, Time & 1/2 Saturday, plus holidays accrued weekly, and the opportunity of further contract extensions for the right person.

Duties for the role include -

• Mechanical assembly of pumps & products used in fire suppression industries.
• Build Sub-Assemblies for use in upstream processes.
• Use of pillar drills, band saws, fly presses and various hand tools / air tools
• Fault identification & rectification using a variety of engineering & manufacturing skills.
• Product testing to confirm performance & satisfy legal/company requirements.
• Paint Spraying of Pumps and other equipment within a spray booth
• Masking off, spraying, curing and drying of products
• Work in a variety of areas within manufacturing to support the business.
• Work overtime in line with customer demand & business requirements.

We would love to hear from candidates with previous experience in any of the following roles

* Mechanical Assembly, Technical Assembly, prototype engineer, production operative
* Must be able to carry out Quality inspection and testing of all own work
* Be able to work from CAD drawings and technical diagrams
* Ability to work under pressure but still work to very high standards.

Working hours are 37.5hrs per week, 7:30am - 4:15pm Mon to Thurs, with a 12pm Finish on Friday

The position is initially a 12 week temporary contract, however depending on the candidate the role may be extended or potentially lead to a permanent contract.

Please note, if your application is suitable, one of our consultants will call you within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, however we will keep your details on our talent management system to consider you for future opportunities.

CNC Form Grinder / PERMANENT / £13.00 - £15.00 per hour

We are currently recruiting for an experienced CNC Form / Precision Grinder, to join a large manufacturing company based in Darlaston, manufacturing bearings and precision components. You will be responsible for the setting and operating of various grinding machines.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established, well-run company, on a permanent basis from day one, on a very decent rate of pay. The rate is entirely negotiable dependent on experience. To be considered, you should have extensive experience working within the industry. The role is a straight permanent position, with no temp-to-perm agency period, therefore, should you be successful at interview you will be given a permanent contract directly from the company themselves.

The skills required and responsibilities of this role include;

• Setting and operating various grinding machines
• Experience with Jones & Shipman X & E surface grinders would be beneficial
• Form grinding aided by optidress and diaform attachments
• Problem solving and resolving production issues
• Working to tight tolerances
• Working from and understanding detailed engineering drawings

This role will be working permanent days, 8:00am - 4:30pm (1:00pm on Fridays) covering a 39 hour week. The pay rate is negotiable depending on experience. Overtime is payable for hours worked over, at some times when production increases overtime may be required.

If you think this position is right for you, APPLY NOW! For more information contact Stephen Parker at ASC Connections.

01902 771 443 / stephen.parker@asc-connections.com / www.linkedin.com/in/stephenparkerasc

Please note, if your application is suitable, one of our consultants will call you within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, however we will keep your details on our talent management system to consider you for future opportunities.

Mechanical Engineer / Fitter

An established bespoke solution provider for engineering / manufacturing companies globally, is looking to recruit an experienced "hands-on" Mechanical Engineer / Fitter to join their team.

To be successful you will be driven and have the aptitude to use your own initiative to problem solve in a timely & effective manner.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and thriving business, which can provide further training & development and career progression.

Purpose of Role:

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for carrying out fit-outs to often tight pressurised deadlines from shop floor build to commissioning.

Skills / Experience:

• Previous experience as a Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer
• MUST HAVE previous mechanical, machining, fitting and assembly experience
• Fault Finding
• Problem Solving
• Ability to read Engineering drawings
• Use of Solid Works
• Able to undertake site visits to carry out assessment, build and commissioning

Responsibilities:

• Carry out all areas of fitting from shop floor build to commissioning to the required Quality standard whilst adhering to all HSE requirements
• Train, develop and mentor junior personnel

Hours of work: Monday to Thursday 0730-1630 / Friday 0730-12.30

Clean working environment, Pension, Life Assurance, Overtime

For more information, please email your CV to: stuart.williams@asc-connections.com

Please note, if your application is suitable, one of our consultants will call you within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, however we will keep your details on our talent management system to consider you for future opportunities.

Are you looking to work within an R&D team, have a work home life balance with flexi-time and free parking? With excellent analytical and problem-solving skills this is an opportunity to apply your knowledge of scientific instruments and algorithms to solve complex customer problems in materials analysis and process control.

As a Senior Development Scientist would you like to join an organisation who values entrepreneurship and commitment by offering real career possibilities? Would you like to become part of a growing company where you can shape the future of their work? Then I would love to hear from you.

Senior Development Scientist Responsibilities:

• Provide the mathematical, physics, and system contribution to the design of instrument systems, in particular, to optical systems involving imaging and spectroscopy.
• Help solve product problems as they relate to physics, mathematics and systems engineering issues.
• Participate in the development of new algorithms and mathematical models.
• As a Graduate Physicist, Optical, Mechanical, Chemist, Chemical Engineer, Mathematician or equivalent with workplace experience. A PhD would be advantageous.
• A team player, able to adapt and adjust when the need arises with experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team, including Software, Systems, and Electronics.

As the successful Senior Development Scientist you will contribute to the evolution of customer solutions through algorithm and hardware design and stay up-to-date with state-of-the-art technological developments, feeding that knowledge into novel solutions to customer problems.

Experience in imaging and/or spectroscopy hardware and/or algorithms. In particular knowledge of Raman, IR spectroscopy, Mathematical modelling using Matlab or similar tools would be an advantageous.

Benefits: Free Parking, Pension, Life Assurance x4 Salary, SAYE schemes etc. The salary for this role is £30,000- 40,000 depending on your experience.

Please note, if your application is suitable, one of our consultants will call you within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, however we will keep your details on our talent management system to consider you for future opportunities.

If you are seeking a challenging but rewarding management role for a friendly, successful exhibition organisation then please do read on!

The organisation are bespoke exhibition stand designers and manufacturers who have several years expertise in the industry. They have an extensive established client base supplying to exhibitions, conferences, museums etc. You will be responsible for managing the whole production function for the site.

The company is based in Redditch so is easily commutable from Birmingham, Bromsgrove, Worcester, Alcester, Stratford upon Avon, Solihull, Dudley, West Bromwich, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Kidderminster.

As the Works Manager, your duties will include;

To manage all production workforce (approx 20), hiring, disciplinary, training, inductions, personnel management etc

Responsible for ensuring the company manufactures all deliverables (stands, structures, museum and shop fit out, primarily at Redditch site, but also cover of training, H&S at other company sites.

Responsible for management of company HGV/Van Fleet, plant machinery checks (FLT, genies, ladders, scaffold towers, spray booths, air compressor, airlines, machinery, heating/lighting etc

Managing the building (fabric and systems, water, fire alarms, security etc)

Represent the companies production function to all suppliers of materials and services, including temporary worker agencies and sub contractors

Liaise with company directors and other departments within the organisation to ensure smooth running of the production facility.

I would welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria;

Production Management within the exhibition or shop fitting industries with proven man management and leadership skills.

A hands on attitude with carpentry / build knowledge with a deep appreciation of processes used.

Excellent communication skills at all levels and able to delegate tasks successfully.

A broad proven knowledge and practical expertise of management of a manufacturing site within the exhibition/shop fittings sector.

Have worked as a Production Manager, Works Foreman, Works Manager

Benefits - a competitive salary of £40,000 to £45,000. Friendly environment. Free parking. Some flexibility on hours worked. Pension.

Please note, if your application is suitable, one of our consultants will call you within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, however we will keep your details on our talent management system to consider you for future opportunities.

If you are seeking a challenging but rewarding management role for a friendly, successful exhibition organisation then please do read on!

The organisation are bespoke exhibition stand designers and manufacturers who have several years expertise in the industry. They have an extensive established client base supplying to exhibitions, conferences, museums etc. You will be responsible for managing the whole production function for the site.

The company is based in Redditch so is easily commutable from Birmingham, Bromsgrove, Worcester, Alcester, Stratford upon Avon, Solihull, Dudley, West Bromwich, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Kidderminster.

As the Works Manager, your duties will include;

• To manage all production workforce (approx 20), hiring, disciplinary, training, inductions, personnel management etc
• Responsible for ensuring the company manufactures all deliverables (stands, structures, museum and shop fit out, primarily at Redditch site, but also cover of training, H&S at other company sites.
• Responsible for management of company HGV/Van Fleet, plant machinery checks (FLT, genies, ladders, scaffold towers, spray booths, air compressor, airlines, machinery, heating/lighting etc
• Managing the building (fabric and systems, water, fire alarms, security etc)
• Represent the companies production function to all suppliers of materials and services, including temporary worker agencies and sub contractors
• Liaise with company directors and other departments within the organisation to ensure smooth running of the production facility.

I would welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria;

• Production Management within the exhibition or shop fitting industries with proven man management and leadership skills.
• A hands on attitude with carpentry / build knowledge with a deep appreciation of processes used.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels and able to delegate tasks successfully.
• A broad proven knowledge and practical expertise of management of a manufacturing site within the exhibition/shop fittings sector.
• Have worked as a Production Manager, Works Foreman, Works Manager

Benefits - a competitive salary of £40,000 to £45,000. Friendly environment. Free parking. Some flexibility on hours worked. Pension.

Please note, if your application is suitable, one of our consultants will call you within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, however we will keep your details on our talent management system to consider you for future opportunities.

If you are looking to work within a professional, friendly company with a very pleasant working environment then please read on!

The company are a leading global manufacturer of pharmaceutical and cosmetic products to the retail industry. The role will have responsibility for ensuring the provision of raw materials meet production demand. The role is for a 12 month period covering Maternity Leave.

The company are based in Redditch so is easily commutable from Birmingham, Worcester, Solihull, Alcester, Stratford upon Avon, Bromsgrove, Droitwich, Evesham.

As a Material Scheduler, your duties will include;

• Managing MRP system accordingly
• Raising and sending purchase orders from system in line with demand.
• Expedition and deferring of orders as required.
• Placing stock orders with suppliers to ensure materials are available for call off as needed - controlling raw material stock levels to meet planned requirements.
• Working with other departments closely to minimise wastage on slow moving stock.

I would welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria;

• Experience of MRP systems within a production / manufacturing planning environment.
• Excellent computer literacy skills (Word, Excel).
• Able to work in a fast moving environment.
• Good attention to detail and good organisational skills.

Benefits - flexible working hours, Pension, Free Life Assurance, Attendance bonus, Staff shop, Free parking, Occupational health, Physio service, Cycle to work scheme, on site canteen

Please note, if your application is suitable, one of our consultants will call you within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, however we will keep your details on our talent management system to consider you for future opportunities.

If you are seeking to work for a friendly, successful organisation with an established large customer base, then please read on!

The organisation are bespoke exhibition stand designers and manufacturers who have several years expertise in the industry. They have an extensive established client base supplying to exhibitions, conferences, museums etc. You will be responsible for managing multiple client accounts, building relationships, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to budget.

The company is based in Redditch so is easily commutable from Birmingham, Bromsgrove, Worcester, Alcester, Stratford upon Avon, Solihull, Dudley, West Bromwich, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Kidderminster.

As a Client Account Manager, your duties will include;

• Responsible for maintaining existing relationships and developing them further.
• Responsible for management of customer exhibitions and events projects from conceptual stage through to completion, ensuring all projects and installations are delivered on time and budget.
• Ensuring a full understanding of the project requirements and communicating them through to relevant departments and contacts.
• Communication of status, timing and budgets with clients and internal departments. Also attending any meetings at client premises to receive/provide updates (some European travel required).
• To identify and create opportunities for any new business within key accounts. Preparation of internal documents, such as brief and estimates to facilitate projects.

I would welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria;

• Extensive experience in managing projects within the exhibition and event sector.
• Understanding or practical experience of exhibition/event structure production processes - relevant industry experience.
• Able to interpret client requirements and design concepts working in a highly creative and manufacturing environments.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels (client, director, shop floor) and exceptional people skills
• Ability to think "outside the box" and a "can do" attitude.
• Have worked as a Project Manager, Contracts Leader

Benefits - Salary £35000 - £40,000

Pension (after 3 months), Free parking, Friendly team.

Please note, if your application is suitable, one of our consultants will call you within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, however we will keep your details on our talent management system to consider you for future opportunities.

Enjoy free parking, flexi-time and working where you are supported by improving your skills, knowledge and performance by in-house, on-the-job training, and external training? Do you hold a Degree in a STEM subject, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science or similar experience and have a focus on algorithms for the next generation of products?

The Senior Development Scientist will develop data algorithms for the next generation products with algorithms at the heart of all products, this role will be critical to the future success. The successful Senior Development Scientist will work within R&D and possess strong Data Analysis skills, classic image processing techniques and have substantial experience using MATLAB

Responsibilities & Experience Required:

• Develop algorithms for our next generation products and be responsible for the management of algorithms during product development and support their integration into product software.
• Analyse experimental data from our products to provide a detailed understanding of them and generate ideas for improvements.
• Previous experience working in industry, preferably in a Data analysis, Image processing role or Machine learning.
• Have a strong analytical capability, you get energy from solving complex problems for a diversity of products, systems and mathematical modelling.
• An interest in creating efficient algorithms and good understanding of classic image processing techniques, feature extraction, Image enhancement, edge detection, without reliance on toolboxes.

The role of Senior Development Scientist would suit either a PhD candidate with some industry knowledge or someone with a strong industry or physics background. If you would like to join an organisation who values entrepreneurship and commitment by offering real career possibilities then I would love to hear from you if you would like to become part of a growing company where you can shape the future of our work.

Benefits: Free Parking, Pension, Life Assurance x4 Salary, SAYE schemes etc. The salary for this role is £35,000- 50,000 depending on your experience.

Please note, if your application is suitable, one of our consultants will call you within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, however we will keep your details on our talent management system to consider you for future opportunities.