ATA is an engineering recruitment partner to the UK's largest manufacturers, working with businesses to achieve their goals including increased production to reduced downtime. We don't simply recruit within manufacturing, we completely immerse ourselves in the sector to ensure that we maintain an understanding of the marketplace and continue to find the best talent for our clients and opportunities for our candidates.
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We recruit for a wide range of manufacturing jobs from design and operations right through to senior management.
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Latest Jobs In Manufacturing
Maintenance Engineer
£36000 - 38000 per year overtime + training
Stevenage
Job title: Maintenance Engineer Location: Stevenage Salary: £36,000 Benefits: Paid holiday, Site closes on Bank holidays, 1 week shut down at Christmas. Shifts: DAYS! Monday to Friday (8am- 4pm) The Company My client is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of high-quality products and are looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their business in Stevenage. Massive on research and development, my client stays ahead of the competition by constantly developing their production lines ensuring their packaging is lighter, cheaper and more durable than their closest rival. My client is also able to complete high volume orders with the state-of-the-art machinery, meaning their order books are full. My client supply into various markets including food, Pharmaceutical and Laundry which makes them an incredible stable business in the current climate. The Role Your day to day responsibilities as a Maintenance Engineer will include: The planned and reactive maintenance and service of flow wrapping machines, blow film extruder's, flexographic printing, conveyors plus more. Mechanically you will mainly be replacing worn out parts which will include rollers, bearings, pulleys and Pneumatics. Electrical work will include reading through electrical schematics, utilizing electrical test equipment such as multi-meters and fault finding on panels. Mainly swapping both electrical and mechanical components like for like with the odd strip and rebuild project. Being involved with project and continuous improvement work meaning you are engineering problems out as appose to sticking a plaster on it. The Person To be successful in your application for a Maintenance Engineer you will need: An electrical or mechanical qualification. Confident fault finding both electrical and Mechanical. Maintenance experience in a production, manufacturing or warehousing environment. Confident on three phase kit. Alternatively, you could be from the Navy, Army or RAF with an electrical qualification. The Benefits As a Maintenance Engineer, you should expect: You will be joining a highly successful £multi-million company who can offer a massive amount of stability and security. Days Based role with no weekend work! Fantastic salary Contribution pension £36,000 If you are interested in hearing the full details of the role, please give me a call or click apply. Alternatively Email me directly on adam.waite@ata-recruitment.co.uk
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Shift Leader
£35000 - 38000 per year 25 days holiday + 7% employer pension contribution + life insurance
Northampton
Role – Shift Leader Location – Northampton Salary – £35,000 – £38,000 + 25 days holiday + 7% employer pension contribution + life insurance Shift Pattern – 3 shift – Monday to Friday (6-2, 2-10, 10-6) The Company ATA Recruitment is currently working with an extremely successful manufacturing business that supplies many parts and components to the Automotive sector. They have been established in the UK for nearly 30 years and generate an impressive £25million, working alongside some of the biggest names in automotive they are continuously trying to improve and better themselves as we company. The production team currently employs around 60 people who are responsible for operating the injection moulding machinery, ensuring a smooth running of the shop floor to ensure production targets are met. They are currently looking for a motivated Shift Leader who will lead and mentor around 17 Operators and Machine Setters ensuring a safe working and excellent performance. If you are a driven Shift Leader who has previous experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment and have excellent leadership skills, apply now for immediate consideration! The Role The role of Shift Leader will involve: Leading a shift of around 17 people (Cell Leaders, Setters and Operators) Working on a three-shift pattern (6/2, 2/10, 10/6) this will rotate on a 2 weeks pattern. Managing around 18 injection moulding machines. Motivate and engage the shop floor to hit production targets. Encourage staff to identify continuous improvement opportunities to improve processes further. Ensure safe working on site. Work closely with the quality department and other managers within the business to identify any issues that could affect on-time delivery. Attending daily production meetings. Work with different departments to implement continuous improvement projects. The Person To be successful as a Shift Leader you will need: Previous experience within a shift leader position. This experience must be from a fast-paced engineering/manufacturing environment. Experience with injection moulding would be advantageous. Motivated and driven by continuous improvement. The benefits: In this highly autonomous role, you will be rewarded with: A very competitive basic salary including shift allowance, an attractive pension and life insurance Training and development in a progressive manufacturing environment The opportunity for career progression and subject to delivering results the possibility to progress into a future managerial role How to apply: Please click “apply” or for further information, please contact Ajay Bhella at ATA Recruitment in Leicester on 01162167000 or 07827918324, or please email me an up to date copy of your CV to ajay.bhella@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website.
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Shift Leader
£35000 - 38000 per year 25 days holiday + 7% employer pension contribution + lie insurance
Northampton
Role – Shift Leader Location – Northampton Salary – £35,000 – £38,000 + 25 days holiday + 7% employer pension contribution + life insurance Shift Pattern – 3 shift – Monday to Friday (6-2, 2-10, 10-6) The Company ATA Recruitment is currently working with an extremely successful manufacturing business that supplies many parts and components to the Automotive sector. They have been established in the UK for nearly 30 years and generate an impressive £25million, working alongside some of the biggest names in automotive they are continuously trying to improve and better themselves as we company. The production team currently employs around 60 people who are responsible for operating the injection moulding machinery, ensuring a smooth running of the shop floor to ensure production targets are met. They are currently looking for a motivated Shift Leader who will lead and mentor around 17 Operators and Machine Setters ensuring a safe working and excellent performance. If you are a driven Shift Leader who has previous experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment and have excellent leadership skills, apply now for immediate consideration! The Role The role of Shift Leader will involve: Leading a shift of around 17 people (Cell Leaders, Setters and Operators) Working on a three-shift pattern (6/2, 2/10, 10/6) this will rotate on a 2 weeks pattern. Managing around 18 injection moulding machines. Motivate and engage the shop floor to hit production targets. Encourage staff to identify continuous improvement opportunities to improve processes further. Ensure safe working on site. Work closely with the quality department and other managers within the business to identify any issues that could affect on-time delivery. Attending daily production meetings. Work with different departments to implement continuous improvement projects. The Person To be successful as a Shift Leader you will need: Previous experience within a shift leader position. This experience must be from a fast-paced engineering/manufacturing environment. Experience with injection moulding would be advantageous. Motivated and driven by continuous improvement. The benefits: In this highly autonomous role, you will be rewarded with: A very competitive basic salary including shift allowance, an attractive pension and life insurance Training and development in a progressive manufacturing environment The opportunity for career progression and subject to delivering results the possibility to progress into a future managerial role How to apply: Please click “apply” or for further information, please contact Ajay Bhella at ATA Recruitment in Leicester on 01162167000 or 07827918324, or please email me an up to date copy of your CV to ajay.bhella@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website.
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Manufacturing Engineer
£39000 - 44000 per year company bonus + full relocation package available + pension up to 14% by the employer if you contrib
Falmouth
Manufacturing Engineer Location: Cornwall, Falmouth £39,000 - £44,000 + company bonus Full relocation package available Pension up to 14% by the employer if you contribute 7% Life cover Share options Phone + laptop Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer or Process Engineer with a proven track record in delivering effective and efficient manufacturing process improvements? If you are, then I have a fantastic opportunity for the successful applicant to join a financially secure, stable and growing organisation. With the current global crisis gripping the world, my client plays an instrumental part in the design, manufacture and supply of critical parts for medical and healthcare applications and are looking to recruit an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support the business and their growth plans. Having successfully recruited for this business, I can honestly say they are a true investor in their people concerning remuneration, training & development and working conditions. They are at the forefront of the design and manufacture of cutting-edge products supplied to various sectors across the world. With the backing of a larger parent company, this role will offer the suitable Manufacturing Engineer an opportunity to work in a group related role once the initial three-year project has been completed. The role of the Manufacturing Engineer will be as follows: To play an integral part in all electronics production activities related to Global Excellence Manufacturing Working alongside the Mechanical Production Engineers you will be responsible for designing and managing efficient manufacturing processes Design and implement new cell layouts of which 16 are dedicated to electronics assembly Optimise the current process to ensure the manufacturing facility is agile Working with the Continuous Improvement Manager for the continued improvement of the assembly manufacturing process Support and lead all route cause analysis and corrective measures across the factory To also support the introduction of new products and to ensure the manufacturing capabilities are aligned to meet customer demands in an efficient manner Currently, they have minimal automation and the objectives moving forward is to automate parts of the process which you will manage Designing new electronic equipment to assist in the manufacture and test of their products To review and challenge current manufacturing processes and to suggest and execute improvement projects Review and improve SOP’s and drafting and training all engineers on improved working practices Modifying and creating PLC codes in ladder logic for the equipment used to manufacture and assemble the products – training provided Experience & background required for the Manufacturing Engineers role: An experienced Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, Process Engineer, Internal Project Engineer or Quality Engineer with an electronics production bias A suitable qualification related to their field – Electronics, Mechatronics or Electrical You must have worked for an engineering or manufacturing business A track record in continuous improvement and optimization or processes Experienced in implementing, delivering and executing production improvements Working experience in lean strategies and methodologies, ideally lean qualified The ideal candidate will have the ability to write PLC code from scratch Located or willing to relocate to Cornwall – full relocation support available if required. The company and benefits: My client can offer a fantastic remuneration package and relocation support if required. You will be rewarded with an excellent training programme whilst working for one of the world’s market leaders in the design and manufacture of electro-mechanical systems, within their respective field. Alongside this, you will work for a multi-million-pound manufacturing organisation with net profits of more than 25%. How to apply: Please click “apply” or for further information, please contact Ajay Bhella at ATA Recruitment in Leicester on 0116 2167000, or please email me an up to date copy of your CV to ajay.bhella@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website.
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Site Engineering Manager
£60000 - 70000 per year phone and laptop + pension - matched 5% contribution + life assurance + health care + 25 days' leave
Hertfordshire
Site Engineering Manager £60,000 - £70,000 basic salary Phone and laptop Pension - matched 5% contribution + life assurance + health care 25 days’ leave + 8 Bank Holidays Location: Stevenage, Luton, St Albans, Cambridge or Bedford region An Engineering Manager is required to work for a market leading FMCG/food manufacturing business with over 30 years of trading history. This £multi-million operation has sustained YOY growth and withstood tough economic conditions as well as experiencing significant business growth throughout the current pandemic. This is a testament to employee and customer satisfaction being at the forefront of strategic decisions, which has enabled this organisation to grow from humble beginnings into a UK powerhouse. If you are a Site Engineering Manager, with a track record in managing engineering functions within manufacturing or food process organisations then I have a fantastic role for you. You will have an input into strategic engineering decisions and have complete autonomy to initiate engineering projects across the site. The Site Engineering Manager’s role will be as follows: To develop the engineering team in line with the Engineering Director Cultural changes from a reactive maintenance team to a proactive maintenance function Develop and implement a robust PPM and TPM regime Upskill a team of 12 Engineers To deliver an engineering strategy that delivers all proactive engineering requirements across the site Manage budgets across the site related to labour and engineering spend Ensure Health & Safety, compliance and quality are adhered to Improve communication within the engineering functions and efficient reporting To ensure effective utilisation of the engineering system Outline efficient ways in the management of stores across the site To work alongside Managers related to continuous improvement and CapEx The ideal Site Engineering Manager will have a combination of the following: Experienced Site Engineering Manager, Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, Site Manager, Facilities Manager, Reliability Manager or Chief Engineer type background A proven track record in leading engineering functions within process engineering environment Preferred sectors – Food, Beverage, FMCG, Pharmaceutical, Automotive, Chemical, O&G, Metal/Steel Process, Building Materials, Process Engineering etc. A suitable engineering qualification – mechanical, electrical or automation Demonstrable track record in managing and leading large teams The benefits: Excellent remuneration package Fantastic training programme Long-term career progression Autonomy and ownership of all engineering activities across the site How to apply: Please click “apply” or for further information, please contact Ajay Bhella at ATA Recruitment in Leicester on 01162167000 or 07827918324, or alternatively, please email me an up to date copy of your CV to ajay.bhella@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website.
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Line Setter
£24200 - 24200 per year benefits
Peterborough
Line Setter / Maintenance Technician Peterborough £24,200 including SA + Production bonus Monday – Thursday 3pm – 11pm Friday 11:30am – 7:30pm Permanent We are currently recruiting for a Line Setter / Maintenance Technician for a manufacturing business in Peterborough. My client has gone from strength to strength during recent months with new products being launched. The reason for this vacancy is due to growth and therefore is an immediate need. The successful candidate will: Change over, clean and set up production lines ready for the next batch of product Complete all document sheets and keep lines clean and tidy, adhering to heath and safety Work closing with the engineering team and escalate major breakdowns to ensure line is kept running Complete minor maintenance tasks such as: changing parts, adjusting sensors and greasing bearings. Support the engineering team with planned maintenance by reporting any faults and suggesting ideas. Working well within a team and working closing with a cell team and production staff. For more information on this role please contact Hayley Tibbetts on Hayley.tibbetts@ata-recruitment.co.uk
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Maintenance Engineer
£45000 - 47000 per year Overtime + Progression + Training
Hatfield
Job title: Maintenance Engineer Location: Hatfield Salary: £45,000-£48,000 Benefits: excellent pension, paid holiday, fantastic training, excellent progression plans. Shifts: 3’s and 2’s days and Nights (12 hour shifts) The Company My client, the UK's leading manufacturers of high-quality products are looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their business in Hatfield. Massive on research and development, my client stays ahead of the competition by constantly developing their production lines ensuring their product is the best on the market, cheaper and more durable than their closest rival. My client is also able to complete high volume orders weeks faster than the UK's average with the state-of-the-art machinery, meaning their order books are full. Last year they invested heavily in the plant installing a brand new fully automated line with another hi-tech machine going in this year. The Role Your day to day responsibilities as a Maintenance Engineer will include: The planned and reactive maintenance and service of silos, pumps, motors, gearboxes, fillers, labelling machines, heat cutters, sealers and conveyors Mechanically you will mainly be replacing worn out parts which will include rollers, bearings, pulleys and Pneumatics. Electrical work will include reading through electrical schematics, utilizing electrical test equipment such as multi-meters and fault finding on panels. Mainly swapping both electrical and mechanical components like for like with the odd strip and rebuild project. Being involved with project and continuous improvement work meaning you are engineering problems out as appose to sticking a plaster on it. The Person To be successful in your application for a Maintenance Engineer you will need: An electrical or mechanical qualification. Maintenance experience in a production, manufacturing or warehousing environment. Alternatively, you could be from the Navy, Army or RAF with an electrical qualification. The Benefits As a Maintenance Engineer, you should expect: Opportunity for progression both technically and working your way up the man management if you want it. Fantastic salary and benefits package. Contribution pension 45,000-£48,000 If you are interested in hearing the full details of the role, please email me or click apply. Adam.waite@ata-recruitment.co.uk
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Electrical maintenance engineer
£33500 - 33500 per year benefits
Northampton
Electrical Maintenance Engineer Day shift – Monday to Friday with odd weekend £33,500 + OT OTE £36,000 up to £45,000 Permanent Northampton 24 days holiday + bank, 3%-5% pension and paid overtime. I am working with a well establish business in Northampton who have been successfully growing since the 19th century. You can expect to work for a thriving company who will invest in you and care about their staff. This business have multiple sites and employ almost 1000 people. This is a family run company who still today many years later have the grandson of the founder running things with continued passion for their customers. In the current market they find themselves busier than ever and in need of an extra within the team. As an Electrical Maintenance Engineer you will: Work reactivity across the large site on breakdowns, as well as, on projects, PPMs and installs. You will be expected to fault find electrically using a multi meter, referring to drawings and using PLC’s. You will need to change electrical components like to like such as: motors, sensors, switches, e-stops, inverters, and solenoids. You will be expected to work within panels and build them on site. Have a basic understanding of mechanical fault finding and be able to change out parts such as bearings, sprockets, chains like for like. Have a strong understand of health and safety. Work well within a team. To be successful in your application you must have the following skills or attributes: Time served Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer. Must be able to fault find on electrical systems using a multi meter. Must hold an electrical qualification (City & Guilds or higher). If you require more information please contact Hayley Tibbetts on Hayley.tibbetts@ata-recruitment.co.uk. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website.
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