Jobs in Manufacturing and Automation

Whilst it’s a bit of a catch-all term, Manufacturing usually denotes the large-scale production of goods, converting raw materials into a finished product using manual labour or machines. The sector has certainly seen some technological changes in recent years, and with great career prospects and the chance to be at the forefront of some of the most high-tech advancements, there has never been a better time to pursue a role in manufacturing. So whether you see yourself in the thick of it on the factory floor, or something that’s a bit more behind the scenes, we’re confident we’ll find a role that’s the right fit for you.

Some of the roles we recruit for include:

  • Product Design
  • CNC
  • Fabrication
  • Mobile Field Service
  • Programming
  • Health and Safety
  • Multi-skilled / Technical Operators
  • Automation / Control Engineering
  • Material / Production Planning
  • Site / Production Leadership
  • Quality / Continuous Improvement
  • Project Management

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Associate Director
£ 70,000 - £ 80,000 per year
Swindon
Posted: 31 May 2023
Expires: 30 June 2023

Associate Director – Chartered Engineer

Swindon Wiltshire SN2

£70,000 - £80,000 per annum

Permanent role – Hybrid Option available

Hours can be flexible with core hours between 10am-4pm.

Where you start and finish is up to you, 8am-4am, 10am-6am etc. 1 hour lunch break but can flex for work life balance.

Commutable from Swindon, Chippenham, Cirencester, Cricklade, Gloucester or Oxford

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting for an Associate Director to join a small well established engineering company based in Swindon, Wiltshire

The Role

 

Responsible for overseeing the successful technical and commercial execution of projects and managing the personnel and resources. The Associate Director will be a client-orientated and capable communicator, able to develop strong relationships with clients and fellow professionals to secure repeat business.

As this role is high level we will need the person to not only be a chartered Engineer but to also possess great communication skills so that they can talk to clients and their delegates and be able to line manage effectively. The company has been established nearly 20 years and this role is due to growth.

Duties  

  • Enhancing and growing the reputation of the business
  • Project Manager for projects led by the team
  • Technical delivery
  • Coordination with other Disciplines and Regions of the business
  • Technical compliance with all statutory and Quality Management System processes and procedures
  • Financial and commercial responsibility
  • Recruitment and selection, training and appraisal of technical staff
  • Line management of staff and pastoral issues

Essential

  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng)
  • Member of relevant professional institution
  • Ability in engineering design & reporting
  • Communication:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Share knowledge and information widely with your colleagues
  • Develop effective client relationships
  • Able to represent the business at meetings and provide advice to clients on complex engineering matters
  • Able to negotiate commercial/financial matters.

Communication skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Share knowledge and information widely with your colleagues
  • Develop effective client relationships
  • Able to represent the business at meetings and provide advice to clients on complex engineering matters
  • Able to negotiate commercial/financial matters

Skills 

  • Ability to lead others to achieve goals and meet deadlines
  • Efficiency and effectiveness in management and execution of work
  • Be a positive influence
  • Make good commercial decisions

 

Benefits

  • 25 days hols bank hols
  • Cashback healthcare
  • Cycle to work
  • 4 x salary death in service

If you would like to apply for the role of Associate Director, then please email your CV to debbie.gough@hawk-3.com  or call Deb on 07557803946

Closing date is 31.6.2023 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of its client.

By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment, and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future

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Electrical Maintenance Engineer
£ 43,000 - £ 43,000 per year
Chepstow
Posted: 26 May 2023
Expires: 25 June 2023

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Chepstow, UK

Hours of Work: 40 hours, 07.30 - 15.30 / 12.00-20.00 M-F (1 week rotating)

Salary: Up to £43k negotiable depending on experience

 

Hawk 3 Talent are working with a specialist global manufacturer who are looking to recruit a Electrical Maintenance Engineer for their Chepstow site. Excellent opportunity for progression for the right candidate.

 

As Maintenance Technician you'll enjoy being a critical part of the team and work flexibly across a variety of activities.

As Maintenance Technician you'll 'roll your sleeves up and get stuck in' wherever you're needed carrying out a variety of different tasks including routine / preventative maintenance/mechanical settings and fault diagnosis across all the facility and systems, some major items include:

  • Vertical powder paint line.
  • Semi - automated packing (tapping & spiral wrap) lines.
  • Paint line conveyor/track.
  • Spray guns reciprocator.
  • A range of liquid pumps, valves and heating elements in chemical treatment and wastewater treatment plant; and Polyamide rolling lines and packing machines.

 

As a Maintenance Technician you'll be working with aluminum rolling machines (and there aren't many of those around) so we'll make sure you'll receive all the necessary training to be successful in your role. Experience of working as a Maintenance technician is a bonus but, as a minimum we're looking for you to demonstrate that you have:

  • Proven experience of being a competent qualified electrical technician.
  • Possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
  • A self?motivated proactive approach to work with high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Proven experience of reading machine schematics.
  • Ability to build, maintain effective working partnerships with colleagues - we're a team and better when we work together!
  • If you have any experience of machine setting that's a bonus!

 

This role does involves physical movement including lifting, bending, twisting and carrying with loads of up to 20kg as a core part of the role.

 

 

Role details

40 hours per week alternating shift between 06.00 - 14.00 / 14.00 - 22.00

Salary - up to 43,000.00 depending on experience.

 

 

Benefits

22 Days holiday rising with length of service.

Life Assurance - 2 x annual salary

Employee support programme

Non-contractual company bonus up to 6% of your base salary (eligibility applies)

Employee events, discounts at high street retailers and much more

 

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are operating as an employment agency on behalf of its client.

 

To Apply please follow the application process for the site this job is advertised on or email your CV to Rachel.Sheehy@hawk-3.com. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future

 

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Maintenance Technician
£ 36,166 - £ 36,166 per year
Merthyr Tydfil
Posted: 26 May 2023
Expires: 25 June 2023

Job:                      Maintenance Technician

Hours:                  Mon to Fri (6-2, 2-10, 10-6)

Location:             Merthyr Tydfil

Salary:                 £36,165.50

 

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are looking to recruit a Maintenance Technician for a permanent role with our client, a specialist manufacturer based in Merthyr Tydfil.

 

 

Overview

To maximise machines' output and maintain manufacturing processes in a fast pace and busy production environment

To continuously improve manufacturing processes in order to maximise safety, quality and productivity of production lines

 

 

Key responsibilities

Provision of engineering and operational support to manufacturing processes

Fault finding and corrective actions on all production equipment

Machine setting and repairs in order to achieve optimal product specification and machine performance

Carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance program

Monitoring machinery condition and planning and carrying out all essential repairs

Promoting TPM approach, working on various engineering projects

Responding to minor and major breakdowns

Preparation of sub-assemblies

Tool changes

Other tasks as reasonably requested by Engineering Team Leader / Manager

 

Qualifications

      ONC/HNC, BTEC lvl3, NVQ lvl3 in an Engineering Discipline

Experience of high speed, high volume production environment, ideally FMCG / packaging sectors

 

Core competencies

Self-driven and pro-active approach

Able to operate & take decisions independently

Can-do attitude

Flexible

 

 

Salary: £36165.50

Benefits: 25 days bank holidays, Pension, Death in service x 3 annual salary, cycle to work scheme

 

 

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are operating as an employment agency on behalf of its client.

To Apply please follow the application process for the site this job is advertised on or email your CV to Rachel.Sheehy@hawk-3.com. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future

 

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Electrical Design Engineer
£ 30,000 - £ 40,000 per year
Bridgend
Posted: 26 May 2023
Expires: 25 June 2023

Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Bridgend

Permanent Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.00pm and Friday 8.30am to 1.30pm.

Salary: £30-40k Negotiable depending on experience

 

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are looking to recruit an Electrical Design Engineer for our client, a specialist manufacturer in Bridgend. Our client is an innovative and successful privately owned SME that designs and manufactures hi-tech capital equipment for worldwide export with a head office in the UK and two overseas offices.

A vacancy has arisen for an Electrical Design Engineer to undertake the design, development and testing of electrical control systems for our product range; involving the selection of appropriate control hardware based on the most cost-effective and scalable control platform.

 

 

Principal Accountabilities:

Write control specifications for new products or modifications to existing products.

Design electrical circuits required for the development and production of laser wire processing machines and other new products using ePLAN electrical design software or similar.

Generate build documentation and parts lists to enable the purchasing department and production department to order parts and build products / machines.

Write commissioning procedures for machines to enable the efficient transfer of products to Production and Service.

Liaise with end users and other relevant contractors and sub-contractors to ensure correct design, test and installation of systems.

Participate in the investigation of system problems arising from testing, acceptance or operational use in the field.

Interface with electrical suppliers to ensure the most cost effective solutions are found.

Contribute to the evolving Design Standards for Electrical / Mechanical Drawings.

Keep up with the latest standards that are applicable to electrical control systems, namely EN60204, ISO 13849 and have knowledge of EN12100.

Understand the dynamic requirements of wire processing systems and design solutions to meet those requirements.

Carry out other tasks and projects within the competence of the job holder as requested by the Engineering Manager.

 

Education / Qualifications and Experience:

The ideal candidate will be qualified to a minimum of HND or preferably degree level in Electrical and / or Electronic Engineering. The candidate will have a strong electrical / controls / automation engineering background designing and developing complex machinery or systems; and be experienced in the full product life cycle from initial specification through development, build, test, deployment and support.

 

 

Job Specific Skills / Personal Qualities

New product introduction: design, build, commission and test.

Electrical Machine / Control Panel Design with reference to risk assessment and applicable safety standards like 12100, 60204 and 13849.

Electrical drawing package experience (preferably ePLAN).

Electrical Machine Design for build and procurement - parts list, wire schedules, cable schedules etc.

Application of Servo Amplifier / Stepper Drive Systems and DC / AC Drive systems.

Specification of sensor types including proximity sensors, through beam etc.

Creation   of   Controls   Specifications -   Functional   Design   Specification / IO Specification.

Advantageous but not essential if have experience of robotics and vision systems, practical experience of electrical builds and use of diagnostic tools.

Ability to manage time and resources and prioritise tasks based on a dynamic project function with a willingness to travel and undertake customer visits if required.

Strong verbal and precise written communications skills to engage with internal and external contacts, effectively gather information and express instructions clearly.

 

Our normal hours of work are 37 per week: Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.00pm and Friday 8.30am to 1.30pm.

Salary is negotiable depending on skills and experience

We offer 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, free onsite parking, pension scheme (company 5%; employee 3%), life assurance scheme and a bonus scheme of up to 5% based on performance.

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are operating as an employment agency

 

To Apply please follow the application process for the site this job is advertised on or email your CV to Rachel.Sheehy@hawk-3.com. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future

 

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Health and Safety Manager
£ 39,500 - £ 39,500 per year
Uttoxeter
Posted: 24 May 2023
Expires: 30 June 2023

HSE Manager

Health and Safety Manager

Uttoxeter, Staffordshire ST14

£39500 per annum

Permanent Full Time Office Based

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are looking for and experienced SHE or Health and Safety Manager to join a well established company based in Uttoxeter, Staffordshire.

The Role

You will ensure that the department is managed in order to meet the strategic objectives and legal requirements across the business and drive continual improvement across the integrated SHE management systems, whilst introducing world class Environmental and Health and Safety practices

Duties

      Lead site SHE

Develop the Environmental and Health and Safety System to significantly improve current standards to agreed levels in agreed time frame.

Review specific SHE training packages, delivering internal training/toolbox talks where appropriate.

Provide update on regulatory changes and audits and offer sound advice and direction

Skills/Knowledge/Experience

      Minimum 5 years HSE experience

NEBOSH

IOSH

COSHH and Risk assessments

Accident investigation

Production or Manufacturing background

People management skills

Benefits

    Free parking

If you would like to apply for the role of SHE Manager then please email your CV to debbie.gough@hawk-3.com or call Deb on 07557803946

Closing date is 24.06.2023 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of it's client.

By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future

 

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Spray Booth Technician
£ 25,767 - £ 25,767 per year
Chepstow
Posted: 23 May 2023
Expires: 22 June 2023

Spray Booth Technician

Location: Chepstow, UK

Hours of Work: 40 hours, 07.30 – 15.30 / 12.00-20.00 M-F (1 week rotating)

Salary: £25,767 – Overtime available

 

Hawk 3 Talent are working with a specialist global manufacturer who are looking to recruit a Spray Booth Technician for their Chepstow site. Excellent opportunity for progression for the right candidate.

 

JOB PURPOSE

Accountable to the Paint Line Team Leader, the Spray Booth Operative is part of a small team responsible for the operation of the powder booth in a vertical powder coating plant for architectural aluminium extrusions. This role will also involve providing cover for the water treatment technicians as required by the needs of the business.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES

  • Set-up and monitor the spray booth for correct operation to meet all agreed quality standards.
  • Complete colour changes in a timely manner understanding the impact of different colour change procedures on quality.
  • To analyse technical / quality problems with the process / product and implement solutions quickly and effectively.
  • Schedule the work to maximise productivity and achieve quality requirements.
  • To complete relevant paperwork in line with process.
  • To monitor and carry out all paint powder/consumable item stock control transactions via SAGE or similar
  • To understand customer needs in line with the needs of the business.
  • To keep up to date and respond accordingly to all enquiries.
  • To liaise with and assist internal staff where required, promptly and in a professional manner.
  • To attend meetings, training programmes, etc. as directed by management; and
  • To provide feedback to all other areas of the business to ensure continuous improvement of our services.
  • Any other duties that may be required.

Requirements

Knowledge & Experience

  • Previous experience of working in a similar role, specifically a thorough and practical understanding of the powder booth, the control panel and associated powder handling / recycling system
  • Previous experience of Water industry operations i.e. water and waste water treatment, water and sewerage network operations;
  • Proven experience of working in an organised and structured way
  • Previous experience of working in a fast-growing company
  • Ability to understand production paperwork, including engineering drawings would be an advantage
  • Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office

 

Skills & Attributes

  • Enthusiastic with a positive attitude
  • Able to work unsupervised and as part of a team
  • Ability to build constructive working relationships with colleagues
  • Excellent time keeping skills
  • Ability to work proactively and flexibly

In return, you will benefit from:

Salary £25,767

Overtime available – Mon to Sat time and a half, Sun and Bank Holidays double time

Monday to Friday working pattern (rotating mornings and afternoons)

  • 30 Days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
  • Free onsite car parking
  • Company pension scheme
  • Employee support programme
  • Non-contractual company bonus (eligibility applies)
  • Employee events, discounts at high street retailers and much more

 

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are operating as an employment agency on behalf of its client.

To Apply please follow the application process for the site this job is advertised on or email your CV to Rachel.Sheehy@hawk-3.com. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future

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