Permanent Recruitment

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.

Are you a Deburrer looking to work for a more established local manufacturing business? Want to work in a modern facility with state of the art equipment, plenty of overtime, and an environment that encourages training and development? Then we want to hear from you!

The company are long established, family run business that specialise in the manufacture of precision components to the Aerospace, Oil & Gas and Defence industries. As part of their continuing expansion they have an opportunity for a Deburrer to work within their modern manufacturing site in Nottingham. Working alongside a team of highly skilled machinists, you'll be given full responsibility for the finishing of pre machined parts. The business has invested heavily in the last 12 months purchasing brand new machines, along with refurbished offices and site facilities.

Benefits include Hourly rate of up to £13- £13.50 p/h depending on experience, overtime during the week and weekends, 32 days holiday, company pension, and much more

Responsibilities of the Deburrer include -

• Deburring of pre machined parts and components
• Lapping, surface finishing, and polishing to specification
• Visual inspection for any defects before loading into an ultrasonic cleaning machine
• Unloading parts from the cleaning cycle, inspecting again before loading into stillages or containers
• Transferring finished parts to the QC dept for final pass off
• General housekeeping and ensuring all work areas are clean and tidy

Ideal applicants for the Deburrer role will have the following skills / experience

- Previous experience in a similar role, finishing, dressing and cleaning pre machined parts
- Understanding of how to deburr, use of a lapping machine, and polishing
- Good eye for detail, spotting defects or potential issues before the parts go through the cleaning process
- Have a strong stable working history within the manufacturing industry, and be able to provide references when required

Working hours are 39hrs per week Monday to Friday, on days

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.

Are you a maintenance Engineer keen to break into the Aerospace Industry? Want to work in a modern manufacturing facility with a great mix of machinery both automated and traditional? Or are you looking to get off continentals and back to weekday shift hours? Then we want to hear from you!

The business is a global manufacturer, and supplier of a wide range of high-quality products for the aerospace and defence sectors, with sites across the world they are part of the biggest Aerospace manufacturing group in the world. With a site stretching over 200,000 sq feet, they have superb manufacturing facilities ensuring the highest possible standards are achieved. They also have a strong team of 16 maintenance engineers across the shift system, which gives you a great opportunity to learn from their most experienced engineers on each of the machines.

Benefits include a salary of Circa £40K, overtime in the week, quarterly bonus, 33 days holiday including bank holidays, a company pension scheme with matched contributions up to 7.5%, and various other benefits

Responsibilities for the maintenance engineer include -

- To provide electrical maintenance to a range of machinery including CNC, manual, robots, conveyors, moulders, furnaces and finishing equipment
- Reacting to urgent breakdowns, reducing machine downtimes to a minimum
- Electrical repairs to motors, drives, inverters, encoders, boards, wiring, switches, relays, contactors, sensors
- PLC fault finding and interrogation to trace back faults
- Ensure adequate spares and parts are ordered correctly
- Following PPM's to ensure all equipment is routinely serviced and inspected
- Supporting the maintenance manager with facilitating the in house CMMS

We would love to hear from you if you've previously had the following experience and skills-

- Electrical bias maintenance engineer, maintenance electrician, electrical engineer
- Apprentice trained, or hold an electrical engineering qualification
- Be able to carry out repairs and breakdown response to capital equipment
- Understand and interpret electrical drawings
- Flexibility towards working a 3 shifts rota

Initially, the role would start on morning shifts for up to 6 months during training, once trained the position would then move to 40hrs per week rotating Morning, Afternoon & Nights Shifts Mon to Fri (Other than nights which is across Mon - Thurs only

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 Quality Engineer Job opportunity has just become available, within a leading manufacturing business that supplies precision products to a broad range of industries. Located near Witney, this company is working through a huge period of growth and is offering a competitive starting salary ( bonus) for the right engineering professional. If you're looking for an employer that appreciates a fair work-life balance and thrives on promoting from within then, this could be your next career move. No matter how much QE experience, please feel free to apply. This client is more focused on personal attitude rather than experience.

Quality Engineer duties include -

• Assist with product and process continuous improvement, documenting any changes.
• Investigate quality issues and produce written cause and corrective action responses.
• Apply the correct problem-solving tools such as 8D, Ishikawa, and 5Y.
• Assist with internal audits, ensuring compliance with internal, customer & regulatory standards such as ISO 9001.
• Assist with the training across both the manufacturing and quality team.
• Offer technical support to customers when required.

Desirable skills and experience -

• Experience in a similar position, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of quality management systems such as ISO 9001 / 13485 / IATF 16949
• Natural problem-solving approach and ability to develop others.
• An appreciation for the Metrology/CMM area.
• Relevant manufacturing/mechanical engineering education (HND/HNC).

Quality Engineer position benefits -

• Competitive starting salary package (negotiable).
• Competitive bonus scheme.
• Friendly working environment and hours.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Pension scheme and annual leave scheme.
• Free parking.

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.