CHEMICAL ENGINEER

Probe Technical Recruitment; Bridgnorth, Shrewsbury, Market Drayton, Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a talented Controls Engineer to join a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Shropshire. You will work with a dynamic engineering team, programming PLCs and contributing to innovative projects. This role offers a chance to enhance your skills within a forward-thinking company.

Benefits

25 Days + BH

Health cash plan

Health and life insurance

Real training and development opportunities

Flexitime

Qualifications

• Experience in programming Siemens or Schneider PLCs.
• Background in Food/FMCG is advantageous.
• Ability to work in teams and independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in programming PLCs.
• Work on projects from initial concept to final product.
• Support lead engineers in developing innovations.

Skills

PLC programming

Technical Leadership

Drive improvements

Education

HNC or Degree – Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Schneider PLC

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a talented Controls Engineer to join a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the heart of Shropshire. We are looking for someone who would like to become part of an engineering development team, working with and supporting lead engineers developing new innovations.

My client is a UK leading manufacturer and is continuously investing in new and exciting technology, which you could be a part of. If you’re a controls engineer looking for a secure role with a progressive and forward-thinking company, then this may be the role for you.

• 25 Days + BH.
• Health cash plan.
• Health and life insurance.
• Real training and development opportunities.
• Day’s role (08:30-17:00).
• Provide technical leadership in programming PLC’s.
• Projects from initial concept to final product.
• PLC programming (Siemens and Schneider).
• Drive improvements.
• Working to deadlines.

Controls Engineer Requirements include:

• HNC or Degree – Electrical Engineering.
• Siemens or Schneider PLC experience. (Programming as a min).
• Food / FMCG experience.
• SCADA knowledge advantageous.
• Ability to work in a team and individually.

Please apply find out more about this fantastic role.

This Controls Engineer position is commutable from: Telford, Shrewsbury, Market Drayton, Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Newport, and surrounding areas.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Specialist Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

I have a fantastic opportunity for a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a heavy, high-volume production site in Bilston near Wolverhampton. My client is well established within its field and produces some big brand products for the likes of Screwfix, B&Q and Wickes. They are looking for a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer who will have an understanding of Siemens S7 and have worked in a heavy engineering environment.

This position would be ideal for someone with plant maintenance skills and a good knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics. You will be working a continental shift pattern, and you will be paid a lifestyle bonus of £47 for every weekend day worked (excluding overtime). This will take your salary to around £50,589.

Maintenance Engineer Benefits:

• £48,000 (£50,589 with lifestyle payment).
• OT at premium rates (x1.5).
• £47.08 lifestyle payment (paid every rostered weekend day).
• Product specific training. (Siemens S7)
• 23 days holiday.

Maintenance Engineer Duties include:

• Make improvements to production.
• To always maintain manufacturing machinery.
• To ensure all data recording and feedback is completed accurately and on time.
• Preventive maintenance.
• Installation work where necessary.
• To maintain safe working practices at all times.
• To undertake training as required.
• Mechanical and electrical fault finding.

Maintenance Engineer Requirements include:

• Recognised Engineering Qualifications.
• Hydraulics and Pneumatics.
• Heavy engineering background.
• Welding (advantageous).
• Strong fault-finding abilities.

Please apply find out more about this fantastic role.

This Maintenance Engineer position is commutable from: Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley, Bilston, Wednesbury. Cannock, Stourbridge, and surrounding areas.

I’m working with a fast-growing manufacturing company based near Telford, and we're looking for a proactive and experienced Maintenance Supervisor to join their dynamic team. As they continue to expand, they need someone who can lead and develop their maintenance department while ensuring the smooth operation of our production equipment and facilities. This role is a mixture of hands on and hands off and will suit someone who has experience with continuous improvement activities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and overseeing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) strategies, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and reducing downtime across the site. You'll work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure maintenance best practices are followed, while also helping to shape a culture of reliability and performance.

• Company pension
• 23 days holiday
• Life Assurance.
• Flexitime.
• Training opportunities.
• Company events and activities.

Maintenance Supervisor Duties include:

• Lead and implement maintenance, reliability and continuous improvement.
• Implement and effectively establish key engineering processes.
• Deliver most effective maintenance program to meet site performance.
• Plan and improve site reliability.
• Implement PPMs.
• Update and control CMMS (Spidex and Mainsaver).
• Developing individuals to have correct competencies.

Maintenance Supervisor Requirements include:

• Apprentice trained or degree equivalent in engineering discipline.
• Strong working knowledge of continuous improvement.
• In depth knowledge of TPM.
• Experience planning engineering activities.
• CMMS experience. (Preferably Mainsaver / Spidex).
• FMCG experience would be beneficial.

Please apply find out more about this fantastic role.

This Maintenance Supervisor position is commutable from: Telford, Shrewsbury, Market Drayton, Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Newport, and surrounding areas.

A global leader in industrial testing equipment, is seeking a Calibration Engineer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a company that values innovation, precision, and customer satisfaction.

An exciting opportunity for a willing Calibration Engineer to learn new skills and further their career.

Calibration Engineer Benefits:

• Full company training will be provided.
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Supportive team culture with a focus on innovation
• Company pension scheme.

Calibration Engineer Duties include:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on aviation and battery charge equipment.
• Calibrate equipment to industry standards.
• Diagnose faults and liaise with customers to ensure satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate records using the company CRM and databases.
• Produce detailed reports and manage paperwork efficiently.
• Monitor stock levels and conduct monthly stock takes.
• Arrange shipments.

Calibration Engineer Requirements include:

• A recognised engineering qualification would be beneficial.
• Mechanical or electrical skills.
• Willingness to learn.
• Full driving licence.
• Technical background.

Please apply find out more about this fantastic role.

This Calibration Engineer position is commutable from: Telford, Shrewsbury, Market Drayton, Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Newport and surrounding areas.

I have a great opportunity for a Controls Engineer to join a well-known and successful manufacturing company near Telford.

An exciting new role for an experienced controls engineer who is ready to lead automation initiatives, deliver impactful site projects, and drive engineering innovation.

• Company pension
• 25 Days + BH and Birthday.
• Life Assurance.
• Training opportunities.
• Company events and activities.
• Flexitime.
• Day’s role (Flexitime).
• Provide technical leadership in programming PLC’s.
• Projects from initial concept to final product.
• PLC programming (Siemens).
• Drive improvements.
• Liaise with OEM automation specialists.
• Maintain and monitor the use of automation.
• Working to deadlines.

Controls Engineer Requirements include:

• HNC or Degree – Electrical Engineering.
• Siemens PLC experience. (Programming as a min).
• Food / FMCG experience.
• Ability to work in a team and individually.
• Experience within a maintenance environment.
• Experience liaising with contractors, suppliers and technical staff.

Please apply find out more about this fantastic role.

This Controls Engineer position is commutable from: Telford, Shrewsbury, Market Drayton, Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Newport, and surrounding areas.

I have a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join a well-known company based near Wolverhampton and Dudley. As an Engineer you will be tasked with looking after the kit on site and keep downtime to a minimum.

My client is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their team on a continental shift pattern. The right person will be a multi-skilled Engineer with no preference on bias. This is a great opportunity to work with one of the world’s best employers.

Maintenance Engineer Role Benefits:

• Salary £49,707
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Training and progression opportunities.
• Cycle to work.
• Volunteering days off. (Paid)

Maintenance Engineer Duties include:

• Improve and promote safety across site.
• Lead a team of multi-skilled engineers.
• Focus on departmental KPI’s.
• Manage and supervise contractors.
• Shift reports.
• Planned and reactive maintenance.
• Identify and procure critical spares.

Maintenance Engineer Requirements include:

• Apprentice trained. (Mechanical or Electrical).
• Strong fault-finding capabilities.
• Health & Safety / Food Safety.
• Be knowledgeable in using quality assurance systems and standards.
• PLC knowledge (advantageous)
• SCADA systems (advantageous).

Please apply find out more about this role.

This Maintenance Engineer position is commutable from: Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Telford, Dudley, Kingswinford, Stourbridge, Wombourne, Bilston, Brierley Hill, and surrounding areas.

I have a great opportunity for a mechanically-biassed Maintenance Engineer to join a leading company in Shopshire.

My client is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their team on a continental shift pattern. The right person will be a multi-skilled Engineer with a mechanical bias, this role offers stability and progression routes.

Maintenance Engineer Role Benefits:

• Salary £47,000
• 23 days holiday
• Training and progression opportunities.
• Life assurance.

Maintenance Engineer Duties include:

• Improve and promote safety across site.
• Carry out planned and preventive maintenance.
• Fault find on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns.
• Report on machinery faults.
• Update CMMS.
• Contact OEM’s and suppliers.

Maintenance Engineer Requirements include:

• Apprentice trained. (Mechanical or Electrical).
• Recognised engineering qualification.
• Strong fault-finding capabilities.
• CMMS experience.
• Health & Safety / Food Safety.
• Be knowledgeable in using quality assurance systems and standards.
• PLC knowledge (advantageous)

Please apply find out more about this role.

This Maintenance Engineer position is commutable from: Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Telford, Newport, Shifnal, Stafford, Cannock, Shrewsbury and surrounding areas.

As specialists in the field, the business has over 40 years’ experience and specialises in design and construction. As a business which is committed to investing and developing its people, all employees have the opportunity to grow within the company. If you have a long-term career goal, we can help you get there!

This is a superb opportunity for a Plant Fitter to join the team on a Morning shift 6am – 2.30pm Monday – Thursday and 6am – 1.30pm on a Friday. The successful candidate will be responsible for the manufacture, modification, maintenance, and repair, of a variety of equipment and ancillaries, ensuring that the fleet remains in prime working condition.

Benefits for the role of Plant Fitter:

• This role is weekly paid, annual salary of £37,000
• 39 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
• 22 days holiday + 8 Bank holidays + 3 Day Christmas Shutdown
• Company Pension at 3% providing employee pays 4% weekly paid staff
• Overtime
• Life assurance 4x salary
• Long service recognition at 25 + 40 years
• Shutdown between Christmas & New Year (3 days)

Key Duties

• As a Plant Fitter, your key responsibilities will include:
• Using appropriate processes and techniques, you will read and interpret engineering drawings to complete manufacture and modification as requested.
• Experience and skill of fault-finding, maintenance and repair of heavy-duty construction plant and hydraulic systems would be ideal.
• Use appropriate hand and power tools to complete tasks
• Use appropriate processes and techniques to complete tasks
• Read and interpret engineering drawings

Requirements of the Plant Fitter

To excel in this role, you must meet the following criteria:

• You must hold a full UK driving licence and a Level 2 qualification in Plant Maintenance or equivalent.
• This is a fitter role for the rigs not the factory, so previous experience is needed in heavy plant/ construction equipment.
• Although this role is not a mobile fitter role, they will be expected to go out to sites to attend breakdowns and general repairs, so need to have a driving licence.
• Experience with JCB’s and CAT
• Welding and fabrication

This role is commutable from Derby, Burton upon Trent, Swadlincote, Tamworth and Leicester.

We are a well-established and highly regarded manufacturing business with a track record of providing top quality products into a stable industry sector. With a low staff turnover, we offer a stable and supportive work environment for our employees.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work in a technically diverse setting, gaining exposure to a wide range of plant and equipment.

Join our maintenance team, known for its longevity and grow professionally in a dynamic and rewarding role.

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy the following salary, perks and benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary c£50,000
• Outstanding Company Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
• Share Options
• Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
• Generous Paid Holiday Entitlement
• Attractive Staff Discount on Company Products
• Free Onsite Car Parking
• Opportunity to work in a stable and Thriving Engineering Sector

Duties of a Maintenance Engineer

As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer your key responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking both planned and reactive maintenance tasks across our plant.
• Utilising your multi skilled abilities to handle various technical challenges.
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic issues.
• Supporting a range of plant and equipment within our diverse manufacturing environment.
• Maintaining compliance with safety regulations during maintenance activities.

Requirements of a Maintenance Engineer

To excel in this role, you must meet the following criteria:

• Hold formal Mechanical qualifications to either a City & Guilds Level or NVQ standard.
• Possess genuine multi skilled abilities to tackle diverse maintenance tasks.
• Proven experience supporting plant and equipment in a manufacturing, process or production environment.
• Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Join us and be a part of our commitment to excellence and employee satisfaction.

The Maintenance Technician role is commutable from Bloxwich, Brownhills, Cannock & Walsall

Due to retirement, we are seeking a proven multi skilled maintenance technician to join our team. We have unrivalled staff retention and don’t work night shifts.

In return for your skills and expertise, we offer:

• Salary of c£44,000
• No Night Shift Working
• Company Funded Pension Scheme
• Paid Holiday Entitlement
• Company Funded Life Assurance
• On Site Free Car Parking

Duties of a Maintenance Technician

As a proven Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician you will be required to undertake both planned and reactive maintenance across our plant, which will require you to have experience of supporting plant and equipment within either a fast-paced distribution, manufacturing, process or production environment.

Requirements of a Maintenance Technician

Ideally you will be apprentice trained but must be qualified either Electrically or Mechanically and ideally have some understanding of Plc Controls.

However, you must be multi-skilled in your abilities. Having gained your Maintenance experience from supporting plant and equipment within a fast-paced distribution, manufacturing, process or production environment.

The Maintenance Technician role is commutable from Castle Vale, Erdington, Minworth & Sutton Coldfield

We have a stable maintenance team with very low staff turnover and are seeking a proven Multi-skilled Maintenance Technician to join our experienced team.

Our maintenance team supports some of the most advanced automated manufacturing equipment on the market, ensuring the smooth operation of our modern, clean automated manufacturing environment.

In return for your skills and experience, we offer:-

• Annual Salary in the Region of £50,000
• Day Working
• Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
• Enhanced Company Pension (with above average company contribution)
• Enhanced Company Funded Sick Pay
• Tax Efficient Company Car Option
• Free Onsite Parking
• Opportunity to work within a modern, clean automated manufacturing environment.

Duties of a Maintenance Technician

As a proven Maintenance Technician you will be required to undertake both electrical and mechanical planned and reactive maintenance across our plant, which will require you to have experience of supporting plant and equipment within either a high volume engineering, FMCG, manufacturing or a production plant environment.

Requirements of a Maintenance Technician

You must Apprentice trained be qualified to either a City & Guilds or NVQ standard Electrically allied to having previous experience of supporting plant and equipment (including Plc Controls) within an engineering, FMCG, manufacturing or a production plant environment.

This is a great opportunity to move your career into a stable market sector, where you will not only gain an incredible benefits package and ongoing training and development, but also be secure in the knowledge that you will be in a stable working environment supporting some of the most cutting edge equipment in the region.

The Junior Maintenance Technician role is commutable from Bedworth, Coventry, Dunchurch, Hinckley, Kenilworth, Leamington Spa & Rugby.

Due to enormous growth my client is in need of a number of production technicians to join them on a continental shift rota. As production technician you will be hands-on with the machinery, spotting faults and preventing downtime. So, we are looking for technically minded candidates who would like to be part of an amazing progressive company. You will start on a salary of £33,773 for the first 12 weeks of training, this rise will to £37,500 and then after 6-12 months will rise to £41,200.

My client is investing millions every year into new technology, automation and progressive new projects. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please apply now to avoid missing out.

• 23 days holiday.
• Health cash plan.
• Health and life insurance.
• Real training and development opportunities.
• Ensure 100% compliance with industry standards.
• Fault finding, investigating issues and problem solving.
• Machinery start-ups and changeovers.
• Leading a line of machine operators and driving performance.
• Liaise with engineering teams on improvements.

Production Technician Requirements include:

• Engineering qualifications would be a massive advantage.
• Technically minded.
• Competent to solve problems and issues.
• Worked previously on machinery or in an engineering environment.
• Experience within a food environment would be beneficial.

Please apply find out more about this fantastic role.

This Production Technician position is commutable from: Telford, Shrewsbury, Market Drayton, Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Newport, and surrounding areas.

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a CHEMICAL ENGINEER.

This is an exciting Organisation to be part of, you would be joining a prestigious, state of the Art manufacturing organisation. Specialising in either high quality off the shelf modules, to individual new developments. We are very much at the forefront of brand -new technology.

We are considering both relevant Chemical Engineer experience, or you might have recently graduated in Chemical Engineering and are looking for that first step on the ladder.

We have been providing pioneering technologies and products to our customers worldwide for a number of years now, out teams are accomplished teams of experts, highly specialised in the development, industrialisation and production.

MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Commutable from Birmingham, Halesowen, Stourbridge, Worcester, Bromsgrove, Kidderminster, Harbourne, Moseley, Droitwich, Walsall, Aldridge, Sutton Coldfield, Minworth, Willenhall, Dudley, Rowley Regis, Bearwood and Wolverhampton

KEY BENEFITS

• Free parking on site
• Life Assurance
• DAY position
• Overtime Paid
• Life Assurance
• Large, stable well -established business
• Friendly supportive team

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all Chemical Engineering is compliant
• HAZOP assessments
• Design, implement and commission plant modifications, modifications to existing plant
• Hazard assessments
• Working closely with the Projects team to help develop the plant design, layout, costings and proposals
• Provide technical expertise
• Developing new processes and existing ones
• Exposure to COMAH regulations would be advantageous as would DSEAR methodology

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU!

• A Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• Ideally, you will have gained Chemical Process Engineering experience from within an engineering or manufacturing setting.

We can only consider applications with the right to work in the UK. No Sponsorship can be offered.

Ref : 19855-01

CHEMICAL ENGINEER

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