359 Jobs Found in West Midlands

A first-tier automotive engineering and manufacturing business that is experiencing huge growth, is now seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to help them continue to maintain high service, quality and delivery levels to their customers.

Reporting directly to the MD, you will be responsible for the Warehouse, Purchasing, Production, Quality, Process Engineering and Maintenance, with 6 direct reports and a growing team currently sitting at 130 people and growing to 240 over the next 12 months.

With an operational bias, your main responsibilities will include:

• Full responsibility for operational activities within the site including manufacturing, customer order fulfilment, quality, and logistics.
• Developing the site team, monitor performance against set KPI's and deliver improvements in key areas.
• All aspects of Health & safety
• Monthly reporting of KPI's to Managing Director
• Responsible for Operations and Engineering function
• Oversee technical delivery of Projects
• Responsible for driving business change

To be successful in the role of Manufacturing Operations Manager, the ideal Candidate will -

• Have previous Managerial experience with a production or manufacturing environment
• Hold extensive knowledge of injection moulding processes, tooling, and industrialisation
• Have a degree or equivalent in an Engineering discipline
• Have IOSH or equivalent Managing Safely

Candidates suitable for this role are already likely to hold the job title of Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager or Technical Manager, Engineering Manager.

On Offer -

A salary of £60K - £65K

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

An Overhead Crane Operator / Material Handler is required for a multi-national steel processing company based in West Bromwich.

You will be operating the overhead cranes to move steel around the workplace, feeding the machine lines and loading/unloading vehicles for dispatch.

You will be responsible for and your duties will include;

• Operating overhead cranes to handle steel
• Operating counterbalance forklift trucks
• Helping to load and unload machines
• Loading and unloading vehicles for delivery
• Any other duties as and when required

To be considered for this role you MUST be an overhead crane operator, or Material Handler, with experience handling steel.

You will be working a two-shift pattern, covering days and nights;

6am - 4pm (1pm Friday) / 6pm - 6am Monday to Thursday; rotating weekly.

The rate of pay for this role is £10.82 per hour on the day shifts, £12.30 per hour on the nights. This role is on a temp-to-perm basis.

If you think this Material Handler / Overhead Crane Operator position is right for you, APPLY NOW!

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A Technical Support Engineer is required for a rapidly expanding, global manufacturer based in the Warwickshire area.

As the world's leader in fire safety equipment, they have a reputation in the market for quality over quantity. With a fantastic production facility, they utilize the latest technology and tools to ensure they remain at the cutting edge of innovation. They have cross-functional teams of staff that will support all areas from design, through to manufacture and final delivery of projects. As part of a larger group of companies globally, it allows its supply chain to distribute to every continent.

Benefits include a salary of up to £45K dependent on experience, plus annual salary reviews, 33 days including bank holidays, a very generous private pension plan, life assurance, healthcare cash plan, and other benefits.

Working hours are 40hrs per week Monday to Friday

Joining an already established aftersales department, the role will give someone the chance to develop their knowledge and skills electrically, and be seen as the go-to subject matter expert on the electrical range of fire protection and critical life safety equipment.

The role is predominantly workshop based in Warwick, however, the role will require occasional travel to customer sites across the UK, and also trips to Europe for training and development.

Responsibilities for the Technical Support Engineer include

- To be the electrical champion for the field service team on all current and upcoming products
- Carry out workshop repairs, maintenance, and improvements on control panels
- Troubleshooting of potential or current issues with engineers who are in the field, or with customers over the phone / video link
- Work collaboratively with the lead development engineers on upcoming projects, to interpret new designs or modifications to the product line
- To develop a strong knowledge of the traditional product line and upcoming introductions
- Working cross-functionally with other departments including mechanical, electrical, quality, and testing
- To ensure all product documentation is fully up to date and accessible via the CRM system
- Occasional on-site visits to customers to carry out critical repairs or servicing, as well as overseas travel if necessary

To be successful in the role of Technical Support Engineer, you will have the following skills and experience -

- Previous experience as an electrical engineer, working on a technical product range that has control panels integrated
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Be able to understand or interpret electrical drawings and wiring diagrams
- Have a good understanding of CAN systems, technical manuals, manufacturing processes, and quality / testing documentation
- Innovative and forward thinking, with the ability to lead a team of engineers, and work cross-functionally with other senior personnel of other departments.
- A full UK drivers license, and the flexibility to travel occasionally to customer sites nationwide, and potentially to Europe in the future for training.

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A Mechanical Design Engineer position has become available, within a business that supplies revolutionary technology to the ever-changing Automotive industry. As they work through a huge period of growth, this award-winning company is looking to expand its various teams, including additional Process Engineering and Design staff. The successful professional will be responsible for the ongoing design of their bespoke product range and liaising with production engineering staff on manufacturing concerns. In return, you'll receive company incentives such as flexible working hours and personal development opportunities.

Mechanical Design Engineer duties include -

• Design simple hand operating fixtures, through to more complex automated multifunction components and tooling.
• Support resolutions of manufacturing based concerns relevant to new processes, new products, productivity, waste, quality and safety.
• Work closely with both suppliers and customers from initial enquiry's through to final launch.
• Liaise with the testing and development teams of new company's products.

Mechanical Design Engineer desirable skills and experience -

• Experience in a similar position (Mechanical Design of assemblies, fixtures and tooling).
• Knowledge of modern manufacturing methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, SPM would be advantageous.
• Relevant engineering education and/or training.

Mechanical Design Engineer benefits include -

• Competitive starting salary and pension scheme.
• Friendly working environment and career progression.
• Opportunity to work for a market-leading business.
• Sociable and flexible working hours.
• Commutable from locations such as Coventry, Leicester, Redditch, and Birmingham.

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

Keywords relating to this position include; Mechanical Design, CAD, 3D, Automated, Multifunctional, SPM, Special Purpose Machinery, Jigs, Fixtures, Metallic, Rubber, Polymer Tooling.

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A CAE Engineer position has become available, within a business that supplies revolutionary technology to the ever-changing Automotive industry. As they work through a huge period of growth, this award-winning company continues to expand its various teams, including additional Shop Floor and Development staff. The successful professional with be provided with company incentives such as flexible working hours and bespoke personal development opportunities.

Overview of the role -

Design and development of suspension systems from concept through to volume production.

CAE Engineer duties include -

• Develop prediction models using analytical / simulation tools.
• Design simple hand operating fixtures, through to more complex suspension systems.
• Support resolutions of manufacturing-based concerns relevant to new processes, new products, productivity, waste, quality and safety.
• Support development engineers in the testing and development of new products.
• Creation and management of supporting engineering documentation including FMEAs.

CAE Engineer desirable skills/experience/attributes -

• Knowledge of modern manufacturing methods (Automotive).
• Good analytical skills to conduct complex design calculations.
• Experience with analysis tools such as Matlab, Abaqus, Simulink, Ansys, Adams etc.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and pressure vessels would be an advantage.
• Relevant mechanical engineering education and/or training (HND/HNC).

CAE Engineer position benefits include -

• Competitive starting salary and pension scheme.
• Friendly working environment and career progression.
• Opportunity to work for a market leading business.
• Sociable and flexible working hours.
• Commutable from locations such as Coventry, Leicester, Redditch, Birmingham.

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

Keywords relating to this position include Mechanical, CAD, 3D, Design, Automated, Multifunctional, SPM, Special Purpose Machinery, Jigs, Fixtures, Metallic, Rubber, Polymer Tooling.

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A CMM Programmer job opportunity has just become available within a global supplier of a vast product range that's working through a huge period of growth. Located near the Birmingham area, this business is looking for an Engineering professional that can confidently program CMM and work effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If successful, you'll be rewarded with a competitive starting salary (negotiable), a strong annual leave/pension package, flexible working hours and a great deal of paid overtime for those that request it. Not only that but an opportunity to work for a modern-day employer that's proud to promote its high staff retention rate. Inbox me with referrals!

CMM Programmer duties include -

• Read and work on technical drawings, allowing you to inspect parts accurately.
• Use conventional and CMM measuring equipment to inspect high-precision components.
• Identify and report any repeating quality concerns.
• Report and document any quality defects.
• Keep systems well maintained and audited, to ensure that calibration plans are easily accessed.

Desirable skills and experience -

• Able to read and work from technical information.
• Able to confidently operate and program CMM.
• Experience working on high-end precision components.
• Relevant manufacturing/engineering education.

Benefits for this CMM Programmer position include -

• Competitive starting salary (negotiable).
• Sociable working hours / paid overtime.
• Opportunity to work within a broad range of products.
• Personal development plans, bespoke to skill set.

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

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A key client of ours is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join its team on a permanent basis. This is an award-winning engineering business that has offers sociable working hours, a competitive salary, and an opportunity to work within its fast-paced facility based in Coventry. Reporting directly to Senior Manufacturing Management, this professional will be on-site to resolve build quality issues, improve tools and ensure that engineering processes are aligned with future projects.

Manufacturing Engineer main duties include -

• Responsible for volume outputs, scrap/rework, quality, safety, and delivery commitments.
• Identify and action waste elimination through response to takt time variation.
• Ensure that plant equipment is aligned to the required specification, is safe to use, and meets the plant layout and the production schedules agreed.
• Responsible for signing product change, ensuring that all implications have been reviewed,
• Help to drive continuous improvement programs within the department.

Desirable skills/experience/attributes -

• Experience within a similar position.
• Hands-on approach, able to deliver lean methodology.
• Able to work from technical drawings.
• Solid understanding of assemblies and ideally fabrication.
• Mechanical engineering degree and/or training.
• Automotive / Industrial / Yellow Goods sector experience.

Benefits include -

• Competitive salary.
• 34 days annual leave.
• Pension, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Personal development plan.
• Friendly working environment and hours.

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

Keywords relating to this position include; Assembly, Assemblies, Jigs, Fixtures, Tools, Tooling, Efficiency, Cost, Quality, Process, Timing, Problem Solving, Feasibility, Analysis, Health & Safety.

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A Supplier Quality Engineer position has become available, within a business that has manufactured revolutionary technology for various industries for over 50 years. As they work through a huge period of growth, this award-winning company is looking to expand its various teams, including additional staff within the Quality team. If you have the relevant experience, are self-driven, and are result-driven then please apply accordingly. This is a client that appreciates a fair work-life balance and thrives on promoting from within!

Supplier Quality Engineer overview -

Liaise with various key suppliers and internal operations teams, to successfully resolve issues, encourage quality, productivity improvements, and any cost reductions.

Duties include -

• Review suppliers, ensuring capabilities are aligned to the correct quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Analyse supplier performance data and document information gained correctly.
• Use performance data to perform current and new supplier audits.
• Create reports on findings and implement the required action plans with suppliers to improve processes.
• Implement the correct quality tools and techniques, helping to ensure the business reaches its annual objectives.

Desirable skills and experience -

• Experience working within a similar role (Automotive, Industrial, or Yellow Goods).
• Ability to use the relevant Quality tools and help to drive continuous improvement.
• Relevant manufacturing/mechanical engineering education (HND/HNC).
• Flexible with travel requirements.

Position benefits include -

• Competitive salary and package.
• 34 days annual leave.
• Pension and life assurance scheme.
• Staff discounts & health and well-being platform.
• Employee assistance program.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free on-site parking
• Friendly working environment and hours.
• Opportunity to work for a leading and ever-growing manufacturing business.

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

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A Supplier Quality Engineer position has become available, within a business that has manufactured revolutionary technology for various industries for over 50 years. As they work through a huge period of growth, this award-winning company is looking to expand its various teams, including additional staff within the Quality team. If you have the relevant experience, are self-driven, and are result-driven then please apply accordingly. This is a client that appreciates a fair work-life balance and thrives on promoting from within!

Supplier Quality Engineer overview -

Liaise with various key suppliers and internal operations teams, to successfully resolve issues, encourage quality, productivity improvements, and any cost reductions.

Duties include -

• Review suppliers, ensuring capabilities are aligned to the correct quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Analyse supplier performance data and document information gained correctly.
• Use performance data to perform current and new supplier audits.
• Create reports on findings and implement the required action plans with suppliers to improve processes.
• Implement the correct quality tools and techniques, helping to ensure the business reaches its annual objectives.

Desirable skills and experience -

• Experience working within a similar role (Automotive, Industrial, or Yellow Goods).
• Ability to use the relevant Quality tools and help to drive continuous improvement.
• Relevant manufacturing/mechanical engineering education (HND/HNC).
• Flexible with travel requirements.

Position benefits include -

• Competitive salary and package.
• 34 days annual leave.
• Pension and life assurance scheme.
• Staff discounts & health and well-being platform.
• Employee assistance program.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free on-site parking
• Friendly working environment and hours.
• Opportunity to work for a leading and ever-growing manufacturing business.

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

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

A key client of ours is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join its team on a permanent basis. This is an award-winning engineering business that has offers sociable working hours, a competitive salary, and an opportunity to work within its fast-paced facility based in Coventry. Reporting directly to Senior Manufacturing Management, this professional will be on-site to resolve build quality issues, improve tools and ensure that engineering processes are aligned with future projects.

Manufacturing Engineer main duties include -

• Responsible for volume outputs, scrap/rework, quality, safety, and delivery commitments.
• Identify and action waste elimination through response to takt time variation.
• Ensure that plant equipment is aligned to the required specification, is safe to use, and meets the plant layout and the production schedules agreed.
• Responsible for signing product change, ensuring that all implications have been reviewed,
• Help to drive continuous improvement programs within the department.

Desirable skills/experience/attributes -

• Experience within a similar position.
• Hands-on approach, able to deliver lean methodology.
• Able to work from technical drawings.
• Solid understanding of assemblies and ideally fabrication.
• Mechanical engineering degree and/or training.
• Automotive / Industrial / Yellow Goods sector experience.

Benefits include -

• Competitive salary.
• 34 days annual leave.
• Pension, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Personal development plan.
• Friendly working environment and hours.

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

Keywords relating to this position include; Assembly, Assemblies, Jigs, Fixtures, Tools, Tooling, Efficiency, Cost, Quality, Process, Timing, Problem Solving, Feasibility, Analysis, Health & Safety.

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.