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Slitter Setter / Operator
Slitter Setter/Operator / Oldbury / Temp to Perm / £10.00 per hour
We are currently recruiting for a narrow line Slitter Setter / Operator for a steel processing company based in the Oldbury area of the West Midlands.
Ideally you will be an experienced setter / operator, having set and operated narrow slitting lines previously in your career. You will be responsible for setting and operating the narrow line, with shimmed tooling, setting the overarms, separators and more. Ideally you will be used to working on a narrow slitting line and will have licences for overhead crane and FLT, though if you have similar experience and a lack of licences you will still be considered.
The experience required, and the duties the role will entail, include;
- Setting and operating narrow slitting lines
- Working with shimmed tooling
- Operating overhead cranes / forklift trucks
- Loading and unloading the machinery
You will be working on straight days, 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday to Friday, covering a 37.5 hour week.
The rate of pay for this role will initially be £10.00 per hour to start with and after a probationary period, once you are fully signed off on the machine, your rate will go up to £12.98 per hour. Also, after a thirteen week period you will be eligible for a permanent contract but please bear in mind you may work for a few weeks longer on the agency books.
If you think this role 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.
Tooling Engineer - Automotive injection moulding
This manufacturer of automotive components is currently seeking a Tooling Engineer to join their busy operation on a contract basis where they will be responsible for Project Engineering the creation of a series of tooling, which will be manufactured to produce plastic injection moulded components.
Within this role your duties will include -
- Managing multiple projects, coordinating with customers to deliver tooling on time.
- Reviewing plastic components and understand if the design can be produced by injection moulding tooling. Providing feasibility reports to support design for manufacture. Approving the tooling designs from the toolmakers.
- Providing a specification for the required tooling which will go out to tender.
- Providing toolmaker costs to allow sourcing. Working with toolmakers in Asia and Eastern Europe would be beneficial.
- Reviewing component inspection reports and correct mould tool.
- Supporting trials at toolmakers to de-bug the tool prior to acceptance and shipping from toolmaker.
- Resolving any issues that arise when the tool is being trialled at the manufacturing site after shipping from the toolmaker. Supporting manufacturing group to resolve concerns on current tools.
The job involves travel to toolmakers and manufacturing locations globally (Europe and Asia)
To be successful in this role the ideal Candidate will -
- Have experience within a similar role for the automotive sector
- Have a significant amount of experience/knowledge of injection mould tooling, including how to manufacture components with injection moulding techniques.
- Have a good understanding of processing.
- Be able to interrogate the feasibility of tool design.
- Understanding plastic and mould tool materials to ensure the tool is correctly specified and robust.
- Be willing to travel to toolmakers.
Candidates suitable for this role are likely to hold the job title of Tooling Engineer, Tooling Project Engineer or Process Engineer.
Based in the West Birmingham area this role is commutable from Telford, Worcester, Walsall, Wolverhampton and Redditch.
On offer:
- 6 month initial contract
- Rate of £30-£34/hr
- Excellent working environment
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.
Trainee Welder
Trainee Welder role available to work for a large steel fabricator in Bilston.
The role will offer progression to train into Sub-Arc-Weld for Large structural steel tubes.
If you have recently completed an apprenticeship, or have some experience in MIG Welding in a manufacturing environment, are immediately available and are looking to develop a career in Welding please get in touch.
This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for the right person who is looking to up-skill and progress their career.
Initial pay is £8.00-£8.50p/h increasing after training is completed.
Working hours are Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm & 8:00am - 3:30pm on Friday.
If you would be interested in the role please call Lucy Ward at ASC Connections today on 01902 771 443 or email Lucy.Ward@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.
Panel Wirer
ASC are working closely with a large, local and highly successful global manufacturing business, located in central Worcester.
Due to increased company demand, the vacancy for a full time Panel Wirer/ Electrical Assembler has been created, this role would suit individuals that have extensive Electrical Assembly experience, gained from a large manufacturing organisation preferably.
Ideally you would be available to start immediately or within a short working notice period.
Panel Wirer Duties:
- Read, interpret and work from schematic / engineering drawings / instructions from engineers and other team members to assemble components as required
- Building panels (drilling, tapping back plates and putting in trunking)
- Wiring panels (crimping, soldering)
- Maintain safe working practices (clean and organised work environment adhering to Health and Safety regulations)
- Adhere to quality control procedures
- Report quality, process, and equipment problems to their Supervisor
- Makes own set-ups, alignments and adjustments maintaining tolerance in accordance with instructions Knowledge, Skills and Attributes of the Electrical Fitter/ Panel Wireman
- Previous Electrical Fitting/Panel wiring/ panel building experience is advantageous Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Working Hours:
Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:30
If you feel you have the necessary qualifying criteria, please submit your CV.
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 Fitter
ASC are working closely with a large, local and highly successful global manufacturing business, located in central Worcester. Due to increased company demand, the vacancy for a full time Mechanical Fitter/Tester has been created, this role would suit individuals that have extensive Mechanical Fitting/Testing experience, gained from a large manufacturing organisation preferably.
Ideally you would be available to start immediately or within a short working notice period.
Mechanical Fitter/Tester Duties:
- To build Capital Equipment of various sizes within the designated time frames, to a high standard.
- Build a wide variety of sub-assemblies for aftermarket use.
- To build custom engineered sets with limited instruction.
- Accurately read and interpret general arrangement drawings, manuals and written instructions in order to produce a quality product.
- To record all relevant test results using computer software.
- Repair of the end product should final tests show area failures.
Working Hours:
Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:30
If you feel you have the necessary qualifying criteria, please submit your CV.
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.
Marketing Executive/Co-ordinator
Our client is looking for a can do flexible experienced Marketing Executive/Coordinator. If you are looking for a new exciting opportunity within a driven environment then this is the role for you !!
Responsibilities
- Structure successful marketing campaigns to generate additional business/leads
- Product Marketing Material, mailshots, videos, social media etc
- SEO and analysis to ensure high position in relevant searches
- Analysis Reporting
- Manage website
- Blogs
- Project Work
The successful candidate will have experience working within a professional services sector environment, be target driven, flexible and have a passion for marketing as well as a team player. If this sounds like you I would be keen to discuss the role in more detail with you.
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.
Marketing Executive/Co-ordinator
Required by our client, a successful Midlands based IT Services /Solutions business, with a high focus on customer satisfaction and service. If you are looking for a new exciting opportunity within a driven environment then this is the role for you !!
The Marketing Executive/Coordinator will be responsible for the following.
- Structure successful marketing campaigns to generate additional business/leads
- Product Marketing Material, mailshots, videos, social media etc
- SEO and analysis to ensure high position in relevant searches
- Analysis Reporting
- Manage website
- Blogs
- Project Work
The successful candidate will have experience working within a professional services sector and would have some demonstrable marketing experience, be target driven, flexible and have a passion for marketing as well as a team player. If this sounds like you I would be keen to discuss the role in more detail with you.
A Sutton Coldfield based Marketing Coordinator paying £21k - £28k depending on 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.
Sales Engineer
The company are a global manufacturer of springs, pressings and wireforms. They have been successfully in business for over a 100 years. They are seeking a Sales Engineer to join their team to create long term relationships with clients and to provide technical support.
The company are based in Redditch so is easily commutable from Birmingham, Bromsgrove, Solihull, Droitwich, Worcester, Stratford upon Avon etc.
Key duties and responsibilities are;
- To identify sales opportunities and seek out and develop new business customers in order to maximise sales
- Review and to understand the customers product applications and their consequent needs from an engineering / commercial prospective
- Meet and to exceed sales targets and sales activities
- Assess technical requirements and propose appropriate solutions
- Provide support and account management to allocated customers
- Support after sales and provide technical backup
- Prepare quotations, cost analysis and presentations
I am very keen to receive applications from candidates with the following criteria and experience;
- Proven experience in a Technical Sales Engineer role previously for a spring, metal forming, wireforms or pressings manufacturer
- Previous experience in a customer facing role with B2B sales experience
- An excellent knowledge of engineering principles
- Able to read and interpret technical engineering drawings and technical documents
- Excellent listening, negotiation, communication and presenting skills
- Proven to be able to handle multiple account management projects at a time
- Able to prioritise and schedule workloads
- A degree in engineering or mechanical engineering would be advantageous but not essential
- Able and willing to travel nationally and internationally - hold a valid driving license and passport
The company is offers a friendly and supportive environment to work in.
Benefits : Pension, onsite free parking
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.
Injection Moulding Setter
This manufacturer of plastic products are currently seeking a nights based Setter to work in their large Mouldshop. The Mouldshop consists of 55 machines (Klockners, Netstal, Ferromatik and BMB) ranging from 85-850T
As an Injection Moulding Setter you will be responsible for:
- Condition Setting
- Process Optimisation - cycle time and scrap level reduction
- Trouble shooting
- Basic machine maintenance
- Assisting with continuous improvement
- General housekeeping
To be eligible for the role of Injection Mould Setter, the ideal candidate will:
- Be experienced in Injection Moulding Setting
- Have experience of process optimisation and trouble shooting
The ideal Candidate will already be working in a similar position such as: Injection Mould Setter, Injection Moulding Technician or Tool Setter
On offer -
A salary of £29,000, 28 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service.
Night Shift (10pm-6am) Monday-Friday
This role is commutable from Blackburn, Preston and Bolton
Apply now to 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.
Assistant Finance Manager
Are you looking for a new and exciting Finance opportunity within a fast paced manufacturing organisation?
This global organisation offer a great opportunity to grow within the business as well as being part of an existing Finance team. As an Assistant Finance Manager you will be responsible for deputising for the Finance Manager in his/her absence as well as assisting the Finance Director with preparation for weekly Divisional calls, ensuring the information is accurate and up to date.
As the Assistant Finance Manager you will also be responsible for the following tasks:
- To provide an effective financial / management accounting service which meets the needs of the business
- Assist in the preparation and submission of monthly accounts within three working days of the period end as well as reconciling balance sheet accounts, ensuring that back up documentation is also complete
- Assist with the preparation and submission of quarterly forecasts and rolling monthly forecasts
- Responsibility for the preparation & submission of accurate and timely VAT returns, IPR returns and other government returns and statistics
- Assistance with the timely preparation of annual budgets
- Assist in the preparation of year-end statutory financial accounts including liaison with the Company's Auditors
- Review of daily cash monitoring & cash flow forecast reports
- To assist the manufacturing managers to analyse and justify requirement for new capital equipment, changes in working practices etc
To be successful in this role as Assistant Finance Manager you will have the following skills and experience:
- ACCA/CIMA qualified / finalist with demonstrable relevant experience
- Experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Driven and adaptable to change
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good communication, teamwork and leadership skills
The successful Assistant Finance Manager will receive a highly competitive salary of £35k-£40k as well as the following benefits:
- Quarterly Bonus based on company performance for the quarter
- Pension contribution - Auto Enrol 3% employees - Company matches up to 5%
- 25days annual holiday bank holidays
- Training & Development opportunities (The company are good at supporting people with courses internally and externally)
- Onsite OHA service
- Flexible working with an early finish on a Friday (Business needs depending of course)
- Social committee providing reduced events
If this excellent opportunity sounds like the perfect role for you then please apply 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.
Assistant Finance Manager
Are you looking for a new and exciting Finance opportunity within a fast paced manufacturing organisation? Are you available immediately and happy to work on a contract basis?
This global organisation offer a great opportunity to grow within the business as well as being part of an existing Finance team. As a Temporary Assistant Finance Manager you will be responsible for deputising for the Finance Manager in his/her absence as well as assisting the Finance Director with preparation for weekly Divisional calls, ensuring the information is accurate and up to date.
As the Assistant Finance Manager you will also be responsible for the following tasks:
- To provide an effective financial / management accounting service which meets the needs of the business
- Assist in the preparation and submission of monthly accounts within three working days of the period end as well as reconciling balance sheet accounts, ensuring that back up documentation is also complete
- Assist with the preparation and submission of quarterly forecasts and rolling monthly forecasts
- Responsibility for the preparation & submission of accurate and timely VAT returns, IPR returns and other government returns and statistics
- Assistance with the timely preparation of annual budgets
- Assist in the preparation of year-end statutory financial accounts including liaison with the Company's Auditors
- Review of daily cash monitoring & cash flow forecast reports
- To assist the manufacturing managers to analyse and justify requirement for new capital equipment, changes in working practices etc
To be successful in this role as Assistant Finance Manager you will have the following skills and experience:
- ACCA/CIMA qualified
- Experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Driven and adaptable to change
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good communication, teamwork and leadership skills
The successful Assistant Finance Manager will receive a highly competitive pay rate of £20ph- £25ph and the contract is expected to last for approximately 3 months if not longer.
If this excellent opportunity sounds like the perfect role for you then please apply 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.
Panel Wireman
A contract has just become available for a well-established controls company based in the Coventry area. Paying a competitive rate, we're looking for experienced panel wirers with immediate starts available. If a permanent career move is preferred, please apply as this may we be an option for you!
Duties for the role include -
- Wiring control panels for production machinery
- Wiring and assembly of components for control cabinets and panels
- Point to point wiring, cable crimping, looming and cable terminating work on control panels
- Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and wiring panels accordingly
- Wiring control panels into power sources on production machinery
- Marking out, drilling and general fitting work
- Use of hand tools and power tools
The successful candidate -
- Previous industry experience in control panel wiring (1-2 years minimum)
- Experience of building control panels from scratch
- Experience of making cables, point-to-point wiring etc
- Able to read and interpret mechanical drawings
- Capable of using hand tools efficiently and adhering to health and safety protocols
Position benefits include -
- Friendly working environment and working hours.
- Competitive hourly rate, or annual salary (permanent option available).
- Overtime across midweek and the weekend.
- Opportunity to work for a leading and ever-growing manufacturing business.
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.
Slitter Setter / Operator
Slitter Setter/Operator / Oldbury / Temp to Perm / £10.00 per hour
We are currently recruiting for a narrow line Slitter Setter / Operator for a steel processing company based in the Oldbury area of the West Midlands.
Ideally you will be an experienced setter / operator, having set and operated narrow slitting lines previously in your career. You will be responsible for setting and operating the narrow line, with shimmed tooling, setting the overarms, separators and more. Ideally you will be used to working on a narrow slitting line and will have licences for overhead crane and FLT, though if you have similar experience and a lack of licences you will still be considered.
The experience required, and the duties the role will entail, include;
- Setting and operating narrow slitting lines
- Working with shimmed tooling
- Operating overhead cranes / forklift trucks
- Loading and unloading the machinery
You will be working on straight days, 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday to Friday, covering a 37.5 hour week.
The rate of pay for this role will initially be £10.00 per hour to start with and after a probationary period, once you are fully signed off on the machine, your rate will go up to £12.98 per hour. Also, after a thirteen week period you will be eligible for a permanent contract but please bear in mind you may work for a few weeks longer on the agency books.
If you think this role 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.
Tooling Engineer - Automotive injection moulding
This manufacturer of automotive components is currently seeking a Tooling Engineer to join their busy operation on a contract basis where they will be responsible for Project Engineering the creation of a series of tooling, which will be manufactured to produce plastic injection moulded components.
Within this role your duties will include -
- Managing multiple projects, coordinating with customers to deliver tooling on time.
- Reviewing plastic components and understand if the design can be produced by injection moulding tooling. Providing feasibility reports to support design for manufacture. Approving the tooling designs from the toolmakers.
- Providing a specification for the required tooling which will go out to tender.
- Providing toolmaker costs to allow sourcing. Working with toolmakers in Asia and Eastern Europe would be beneficial.
- Reviewing component inspection reports and correct mould tool.
- Supporting trials at toolmakers to de-bug the tool prior to acceptance and shipping from toolmaker.
- Resolving any issues that arise when the tool is being trialled at the manufacturing site after shipping from the toolmaker. Supporting manufacturing group to resolve concerns on current tools.
The job involves travel to toolmakers and manufacturing locations globally (Europe and Asia)
To be successful in this role the ideal Candidate will -
- Have experience within a similar role for the automotive sector
- Have a significant amount of experience/knowledge of injection mould tooling, including how to manufacture components with injection moulding techniques.
- Have a good understanding of processing.
- Be able to interrogate the feasibility of tool design.
- Understanding plastic and mould tool materials to ensure the tool is correctly specified and robust.
- Be willing to travel to toolmakers.
Candidates suitable for this role are likely to hold the job title of Tooling Engineer, Tooling Project Engineer or Process Engineer.
Based in the West Birmingham area this role is commutable from Telford, Worcester, Walsall, Wolverhampton and Redditch.
On offer:
- 6 month initial contract
- Rate of £30-£34/hr
- Excellent working environment
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.
Trainee Welder
Trainee Welder role available to work for a large steel fabricator in Bilston.
The role will offer progression to train into Sub-Arc-Weld for Large structural steel tubes.
If you have recently completed an apprenticeship, or have some experience in MIG Welding in a manufacturing environment, are immediately available and are looking to develop a career in Welding please get in touch.
This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for the right person who is looking to up-skill and progress their career.
Initial pay is £8.00-£8.50p/h increasing after training is completed.
Working hours are Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm & 8:00am - 3:30pm on Friday.
If you would be interested in the role please call Lucy Ward at ASC Connections today on 01902 771 443 or email Lucy.Ward@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.
Panel Wirer
ASC are working closely with a large, local and highly successful global manufacturing business, located in central Worcester.
Due to increased company demand, the vacancy for a full time Panel Wirer/ Electrical Assembler has been created, this role would suit individuals that have extensive Electrical Assembly experience, gained from a large manufacturing organisation preferably.
Ideally you would be available to start immediately or within a short working notice period.
Panel Wirer Duties:
- Read, interpret and work from schematic / engineering drawings / instructions from engineers and other team members to assemble components as required
- Building panels (drilling, tapping back plates and putting in trunking)
- Wiring panels (crimping, soldering)
- Maintain safe working practices (clean and organised work environment adhering to Health and Safety regulations)
- Adhere to quality control procedures
- Report quality, process, and equipment problems to their Supervisor
- Makes own set-ups, alignments and adjustments maintaining tolerance in accordance with instructions Knowledge, Skills and Attributes of the Electrical Fitter/ Panel Wireman
- Previous Electrical Fitting/Panel wiring/ panel building experience is advantageous Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Working Hours:
Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:30
If you feel you have the necessary qualifying criteria, please submit your CV.
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 Fitter
ASC are working closely with a large, local and highly successful global manufacturing business, located in central Worcester. Due to increased company demand, the vacancy for a full time Mechanical Fitter/Tester has been created, this role would suit individuals that have extensive Mechanical Fitting/Testing experience, gained from a large manufacturing organisation preferably.
Ideally you would be available to start immediately or within a short working notice period.
Mechanical Fitter/Tester Duties:
- To build Capital Equipment of various sizes within the designated time frames, to a high standard.
- Build a wide variety of sub-assemblies for aftermarket use.
- To build custom engineered sets with limited instruction.
- Accurately read and interpret general arrangement drawings, manuals and written instructions in order to produce a quality product.
- To record all relevant test results using computer software.
- Repair of the end product should final tests show area failures.
Working Hours:
Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:30
If you feel you have the necessary qualifying criteria, please submit your CV.
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.
Marketing Executive/Co-ordinator
Our client is looking for a can do flexible experienced Marketing Executive/Coordinator. If you are looking for a new exciting opportunity within a driven environment then this is the role for you !!
Responsibilities
- Structure successful marketing campaigns to generate additional business/leads
- Product Marketing Material, mailshots, videos, social media etc
- SEO and analysis to ensure high position in relevant searches
- Analysis Reporting
- Manage website
- Blogs
- Project Work
The successful candidate will have experience working within a professional services sector environment, be target driven, flexible and have a passion for marketing as well as a team player. If this sounds like you I would be keen to discuss the role in more detail with you.
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.
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