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Interested in working for an independent as opposed to a large corporate agency? Specialist rather than generalist? Looking for a more supportive working environment? If you're answering yes to these questions then please read on!

ASC Connections is an established Consultancy with REC Audited status and an enviable reputation for excellence, developed over our 28 year history. We operate within niche market specialisms across both Technical and Business disciplines delivering a professional, dedicated and consistent service to clients and candidates alike. With 5 offices across the UK, we are always looking to expand our brand and provide excellent opportunities for development.

As a Supply Chain Recruitment Consultant you will be responsible for:

• Working across a variety of roles within the Supply Chain sector.
• Fulfilling a 360 degree consultative role.
• Sourcing candidates at all levels of seniority and matching effectively.
• Taking the candidate through the entire recruitment process, ensuring regular contact is maintained and a good relationship is developed.
• Meeting the client to understand their needs and developing long term relationships.
• Generating leads and following up on these.

We would love to speak to you if you:

• Are an experienced 360 Recruitment Consultant with previous experience in the supply chain sector.
• Have the ability to bring in new business.
• Are experienced in developing / growing accounts
• Are a tenacious individual who isn't afraid to negotiate!

As a Supply Chain Recruitment Consultant you will receive an excellent package which includes a salary of £23,000 - £28,000 per annum plus an uncapped commission package. Holiday is 25 days plus one extra day each year (after 3 years' service) up to a maximum of 30 days. We also have a bit of fun with quarterly competitions and prizes which means that monthly incentives are always on offer!

The Supply Chain Recruitment Consultant vacancy is based in our office in Birmingham city centre which is easily accessible by car and public transport. This is easily commutable from areas including Edgbaston, Bournville, Selly Oak, Solihull, Stourbridge, Halesowen, Bromsgrove, Redditch, Erdington, Tamworth and Wolverhampton.

If you're interested in working with a friendly bunch of people and would like to have more autonomy in your role then please do not hesitate to apply!

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.

Lathe Operator/Materials Tester / Temp to perm / Wednesbury / £10.56 per hour

A Lathe Operator / Materials Tester is required for a steel processing company based in Wednesbury.

Duties include the operating an XYZ Lathe to machine steel billets. They are looking for someone to eventually be programming the machine from scratch but will consider anyone with similar Setting and even Operating experience.

The role is a straight permanent position with an immediate start available following a successful interview.

Full duties include:

• Operating XYZ Lathes machining steel billets to produce test pieces for laboratory examination
• Saw off to length and centre drill the samples
• Machine samples to size
• Quality checking machined parts using measuring equipment
• Inputting data on the in house computer system
• Carry out routine tasks such as calibration and general housekeeping

The role is working straight days initially, 7am - 3pm. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to expand their knowledge of CNC machining, learning to set and program machines, whilst also learning the Materials Testing / Quality Assurance aspects of the role.

Applicants will need a background in CNC machining / lathe operating and will have to have worked on CNC lathes but ANY experience will be considered, programming, setting or even just operating.

Lab duties include carrying out destructive testing of test pieces and analysing results for end customer. Overtime is payable after 39 hours at time and a half weekday and Saturday.

If you think this Lathe / Materials Testing 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.

Are you a passionate, hands-on Supervisor with stores experience?

Are you looking to work for a thriving company with an outstanding reputation?

Then we'd love to hear from you today!

The company is a successful manufacturing business growing year on year. Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing and leading a stores team
• Operating and managing a stock and finance system

• Manging the whole process from goods in to packing
• Preparing kits of parts ready for production
• Auditing and reporting using an in-house computer system
• Monitoring costs
• Coaching and training stores team members
• Leading form the front
• To bring new ideas and methods to ensure a smoother process

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

• Previous supervisor or team leader experience within a stores /dispatch setting
• Ideally stores experience within the electronic industry
• You will have an in date FLT licence
• Good computer literacy (Excel, Spreadsheets, Databases)
• Able to lift up to 20Kg

Benefits:

• Salary - £25000 to £30000 (Depending on experience)
• Eligible to be able to join the staff bonus scheme
• Full time, permanent position (Monday to Friday)
• Excellent training and career progression opportunities.

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

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.

Validation and Testing Engineer

A global manufacturer of specialist technical applications, is looking to recruit a Validation and Testing Engineer to join their team due to continued growth & expansion.

Purpose of Role:

The Validation and Testing Engineer will lead product validation processes to ensure products can be successfully launched into the market.

Experience/Skills/Knowledge required to be successful:

• Background in a fast paced manufacturing environment ideally validation / testing
• Able to mentor, support and direct a team
• Can work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Problem solving

In the role of Validation & Reliability Test Engineer you will:

• Lead product validation processes to ensure products can be successfully launched
• Develop durability tests and define rig & sample requirements with the product development team.
• Planning & logistical management of samples, test resource and execution
• Provide technical support on analysing failures
• Evaluate product life expectancy and reliability
• Manage customer queries on reliability matters & project updates
• Support the continuous improvement of validation processes
• Ensure adherence to quality control plans
• Be involved with Continuous Improvement activities

On Offer:

Friendly professional environment, Generous Company Pension, Healthcare, Career Development, Free Parking

Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 07.30-16.30 / Friday 07.30-14.45

The role is commutable from: Gloucester, Quedgeley, Bristol, Stroud, Cheltenham, Ross-on-Wye

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.

*** CALLING ALL PRODUCTION/WAREHOUSE OPERATIVES/PICKERS/PACKERS/ASSEMBLERS ***

NIGHT SHIFT ONLY

Temp-Perm warehouse work based in Bidford-On-Avon with a variety of roles & shift patterns.

What we are looking for:-

• Previous experience working in a Warehouse/Production/Picking/Packing or Assembly environment
• Driving licence with vehicle due to location
• Reliability

Shifts

Nights- Sun-Thurs (10pm-6am) £10.26 P/H

Overtime to include:- Time & 1/3 (Weekdays) Time & 1/2 (Saturdays) & Double Time (Sundays)

Whats on Offer

• Great rates of pay
• Parking on site
• Opportunity for this role to go permanent

We are looking for candidates with a background in warehouse work living locally to Bidford-On-Avon for an almost immediate start.

If you feel as though the above vacancy would live up to your expectations and you are more importantly suited to the role, please submit your CV immediately.

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 CV on file to consider you for future opportunities.

ASC Connections is a leading recruitment business specialising within areas of Technical, Business and IT services. We operate as an Employment Business or an Employment Agency for all temporary and permanent roles respectively.

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.

Decoiler Setter/Operator / Kingswinford / Temp to perm / £10.91 per hour

We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Decoiler to join a large steel firm located in Kingswinford on a temp to perm basis.

As an operator you will be responsible for setting and running the decoiling lines, changing tooling and more. You must also be conversant with operating a 30tonne overhead crane to manoeuvre steel stock around the workplace, loading and unloading the machine. Your regular duties would include, but would not be limited to;

• Setting and running a light gauge de-coiling line, 0.9mm to 4mm in thickness
• Marking material with works information
• First off, in process and final quality checks using measuring equipment, reporting of any non-conformance
• Loading and unloading of coil onto the machinery using a pendant overhead crane
• Supporting the line when required, banding / packing / labelling of steel once processed
• Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are met and adhered to

To be considered for this role you must be an experienced setter / operator with recent experience coming from within the steel industry.

Working hours for this role would be straight mornings, working 6am - 2pm, though you should be flexible to work until 4pm on any given day, whenever required, paid as overtime. The rate of pay for this position is £10.91 per hour.

If you think this De-coiler role is right for yourself then 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.

Cold Rolling Mill Setter / Walsall / Temp to perm / £9.50 - £10.00 per hour

We are currently on the lookout for an experienced cold roller to join a well-established steel processing company in the Walsall area.

As an operator you will be responsible for setting and running the rolling mills, changing tooling and more. You should also be conversant with operating an overhead crane to manoeuvre steel stock around the workplace, loading and unloading the machine. Your regular duties would include, but would not be limited to;

• Setting and running cold rolling mills
• Marking material with works information
• Occasional quality checks using measuring equipment, reporting of any non-conformance
• Loading and unloading the machinery using a pendant overhead crane
• Banding / packing / labelling of steel once processed
• Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are met and adhered to

To be considered for this role you must be an experienced setter / operator with experience coming from within the steel industry.

Working hours for this role would be mornings and afternoons rotating, working 6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm rotating. The rate of pay for this position is £9.50 per hour on mornings and £10.00 per hour on afternoons.

If you think this role is right for yourself then 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.

Are you an experienced Service Engineer looking to work for an established OEM of CNC equipment? Want to work for a business that look after their staff and offer overtime, travel time and a company car? Then we want to hear from you!

The business is a global operation with a market presence in every continent, they specialise in the supply, installation, commission and repair CNC purpose built equipment. They have a highly experienced UK wide team, providing a comprehensive service to customers across a range of sectors including Steel, Automotive, Motorsport including F1, Aerospace, Oil and Gas, Energy, General manufacturing, Machine shops, Stone Cutting, Wood, Heavy Industry.

Benefits including an excellent base salary of £35 - £40K per annum for the right person, travel time door to door, overtime paid at Time & 1/4 weekday, Time & 1/2 at weekends (authorized in advance), cash float in advance for expenses, company car, mobile phone & laptop, ipad, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a company pension.

Responsibilities for the role include -

• Breakdown repairs and maintenance CNC equipment up to 5 axis with Siemens 840D control panels
• Fault find and repair of machines at customers premises
• Carrying out both mechanical and electrical repairs to machinery including control panels
• Installation and commissioning of machinery
• Working with Siemens S7 PLC's
• Ordering of parts from the office, replacing and retrofitting
• Discuss and relay faults with Service Manager and other members of the team
• Answer customer queries on machines.
• Travel from home to site covering your own region, but must be prepared to work within the UK and Ireland when required

All work is planned at least 7 days in advance and jobs are sent through weekly, however urgent breakdowns will get called through so you must be prepared to react to these given the location.

Nationwide travel is expected, with occasional overseas travel to the head office in Germany when required, including training.

We would love to hear from you've previously worked in any of the following roles -

- Service Engineer, Service Technician, Maintenance Engineer, Field Technician, CNC Engineer
- Electrically bias, ideally holding an NVQ level 3 in electrical engineering
- Good knowledge of fault finding, electrical and mechanical repairs
- Willingness to travel nationally, and to Ireland and be prepared to stay overnight if required
- Clean driving license

Standard working hours are 40 per week, general expectancy to arrive on site by 8:30am.

The business are prepared to be as flexible and supportive as possible, overnight stays and extensive travel is ideally kept to a minimum, but the business requires an individual who is prepared to do both when necessary. In return the company can be equally flexible when needing time off or working around other engagements

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 an experienced Production Engineer, or Manufacturing Engineer? Looking to break into markets including Formula 1? Want to work in a modern manufacturing facility with state of the art equipment and an environment that encourages training and development? Then we want to hear from you!

Trading for over 50 years, the business manufactures machined components for industry-specific needs. They have state of the art equipment and facilities, along with a team of over 70 staff across production. A constant investor in people, they strive to nurture engineers from within and develop a strong skill base in an increasingly difficult market.

Benefits for the role include a salary between £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (dependant on experience), 32 days holiday including bank holidays, company pension, opt into private health-care, and childcare vouchers.

Responsibilities for the role include -

• Work closely with the machine shop floor, to analyse data and make business improvements within Quality, Cost, Timing and Versatility.
• Create manufacturing CNC programs and proving out as and when required.
• Help to drive continuous improvement within the business and train staff as and when required.
• Liaise with the Design team, to help improve designs for machining.
• Implement Quality tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, and Flow Charts.
• Ensure that any fixtures and tooling manufactured in house, or externally is aligned to requirements.
• Co-ordinate projects as and when required.

We would love to hear from you if your profile matches the following -

• Experience within a similar position - Manufacturing Engineer etc.
• Apprentice trained or precision CNC machining background.
• Experience of working with CAD/CAM packages.
• Be able to understand and interpret customer designs/drawings.
• Continuous improvement knowledge and drive to learn.
• Relevant manufacturing/engineering education.

If interested in this position, please apply through this advert immediately.

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.

This globally recognised leader of specialist industrial heating equipment is currently seeking an electrically biased Field Service Engineer to join their team. Working from your home base, you will be required to travel internationally to install commission and repair high power (1kW-4MW) heating equipment used in a wide variety of industrial processes worldwide.

We are seeking a person who is flexible, out-going, technically motivated and interested in a high level of Customer Service. You will be well organised and able to communicate effectively with senior management, both internal and external. You will have experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment servicing and commissioning special purpose machines or capital equipment. Responsible to the Customer Services Manager via the Technical Co-ordinator working within a dedicated Customer Service team.

To be successful in the role of International Service Engineer, the ideal candidate -

• Must be willing to travel. Working mostly overseas is a fundamental requirement and you should expect to be working away approximately 60% of the time and the majority of installations will require that you are able and willing to be away from home for two to three weeks at a time.
• Will hold a minimum of HNC or HND level in electrical/electronics or a high degree of technical ability.
• Will have some experience of PLCs
• Will have a wide range of general mechanical skills.
• Must have good familiarity with oscilloscopes and all types of electrical test equipment.
• Will have knowledge of one or more of the following: motor control, High Voltage, U.P.S. or large power supplies.
• Knowledge of radio-frequencies, EMC, mechanical handling and water cooling systems would be useful.

On offer -

• Package in excess of £40k
• Bonus
• Pension
• Full product training will be given. The portfolio of products are partly mechanical and often contain; motor drive components, an induction heating stage, a water quenching or cooling stage and an overall control system.
• Training in Siemens S7
• 25 days holiday bank holidays
• Working for a professional company with a strong support network.

Apply now to be considered for this role.

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.