Design Validation Engineer - Basildon (888513)

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Design Validation Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England

As part of its strategy of developing solutions to reduce CO2 emissions, Valeo has acquired the Electric Supercharger business of British automotive technology development company. With this move, Valeo becomes the first automotive supplier to offer its customers a range of electric superchargers. Unlike exhaust-driven turbochargers, electric superchargers are driven by an electric motor. Lastly, when coupled with a Valeo energy recovery system, electric superchargers can be used to create a cost-competitive micro-hybrid solution that can deliver fuel savings of up to 20% in the standard European driving cycle.
They are seeking a Design Validation Test Engineer to undertake the following:

Key responsibilities:
- Enhancement and rationalization of existing electric supercharger Design Verification Plan (DVP) to Valeo standards
- Overall management and execution of DVP utilizing both existing internal facilities, new internal facilities and externally managed facilities.
- Development of key life durability tests to match different customer requirements
- Development and execution of vehicle-based durability testing/mileage accumulation
- Development and execution of bespoke tests to support ongoing engineering activities
- Delivery of written test reports and test procedures
- Analysis and summary of test results

Skill sets required:
- Significant experience of Design Validation testing in the automotive sector, preferably in the powertrain/underhood area
- Self motivated and dynamic with good analytical and problem solving qualities, able to work unassisted
- Strong interpersonal skills and a flexible approach suitable to working within a small team
- Adept at fault finding within complex test benches
- Familiarity with ISO and DIN standards for automotive DV testing and preferably with familiarity of different OEM standards
- Project management of complex test plan with multiple test locations and providers, experience with MS Project preferable
- Availability and willingness to travel to support testing (UK and France)
- Working knowledge of CCP compliant calibration tools (e.g. ATI Vision)
- Working knowledge of National Instruments LabView hardware and software for test control and measurement
- Experience of NVH and/or vibration measurement or condition monitoring would be considered beneficial
- Working knowledge of automotive Quality standards and requirements, ISO 9001 ,TS 16949 and ISO 14001 
 
Minimum requirements:
Degree qualified in a relevant engineering subject, candidates will have automotive industry experience together with demonstrable knowledge of Design Validation Testing.
Experience of working to a structured product development methodology in the Automotive (or similar) sector

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Etcher - Berkshire (888919)

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Etcher
Berkshire, England

A world leading supplier of high performance transmissions now require an Etcher to set, program, edit, operate and run various laser etching machines and any other relevant machines to identify transmission parts with part / serial numbers in compliance to company quality standards.

Responsibilities include:

Work to departmental schedule
Check Batch / Job pack components and packaging
Check for set-up sheets and part history, create if required
Obtain data sheets (if required)
Locate appropriate tooling
Set machine for 1st off whilst adhering to etching standard and relevant customer care points
Check 1st off
Operate machine observing control plan requirements (if applicable)
Complete all necessary job cards and documentation, re-pack in appropriate packaging, book off and relocate to next operation
Prioritise work in the absence of a Team Leader or Foreman and address any manufacturing issues.
Store and maintain all tooling linked to the process
Undertake day to day machine maintenance
Be part of the personal development process and attend reviews as required
Observe the Health and Safety rules at all times.
Follow the company quality procedures.
Carry out any reasonable additional duties as requested by management.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Heat Treatment Manager - Berkshire (888913)

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Heat Treatment Manager
Berkshire, England

For nearly two decades our client has ensured that customers from all sectors meet, or even exceed, their targets by drawing on their unique blend of design, engineering and manufacturing capabilities. Specialising in Transmission Technology, supplying the Aerospace, Automotive, Defence, Marine and Motor Sports Sectors
Based in Berkshire they are now looking for a Heat Treatment Department Manager to manage the resources including all staff and machinery, in the Heat Treat Department.

As the Heat Treatment Manager you will be responsible for, managing and being accountable for all activities of the Heat Treatment department, including Shop Peening and NDT.
You will plan and manage the introduction of positive changes in the Heat Treatment department improving performance through continuous process improvement and team building and ensure all quality targets, and delivery dates are met.
You will also ensure that the department expenditure is kept within the budget.

Tasks will include:

Managing all staff within the Heat Treatment department ensuring all staff know what is expected of them on a weekly basis
Work closely with the HR department to recruit and appoint staff as necessary and to resolve all personnel issues, including induction of new starters.
Appoint and work with department Team Leaders
Carry out the annual Performance Management Reviews for all staff.
Carry out probation reviews as required for new employees.
Attend Quality reviews with the Quality Manager to review scrap and reworks and issue corrective action reports
Ensure that all machinery is properly maintained and calibrated.
Provide the resource required, people and machines, to meet the delivery, quality and cost schedules.
Ensure that all machines have a utilization rate of over 75%. (To be specified more clearly).
Regularly review capital requirements and present good arguments for investment.
Work closely with Engineering to develop processes and tooling.
Ensure that the backlog does not exceed the target and put in place recovery plans when the backlog is too high.
Provide induction training to new staff and on going training to all staff as required.
Ensure that all Health and Safety standards are maintained and all Health and Safety procedures and checks are undertaken.
Work with the Health and Safety committee to promote a safe and healthy culture
Observe the Health and Safety rules at all times, and ensure employees maintain Health and Safety standards.
Ensure that all company procedures are adhered to at all times
To carry out any reasonable additional duties as requested by management.

The successful candidate will also work in conjunction with the Chief Metallurgist to ensure all process and quality standards are adhered to.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Senior Design Engineer - Park Royal (106192)

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Senior Design Engineer
Park Royal, Greater London, England

REQUIREMENTS: As the Senior Design Engineer you will report to the Heavy Duty Nozzle Product Manager and your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:br
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To innovate solutions to the company's product requirements and generate specifications to required standardsbr
To participate and progress design analysis activities including FEA, Dimensional Analysis, DFMEA and Critical Features Analysisbr
To modify specifications and to assist in the implementation of product and process improvements in accordance with overall project objectives. br
To co-operate with suppliers and in-house manufacturing to achieve highest practical quality with lowest investment and product costs. br
To lead nozzle design and development activities for assigned customer and internal projectsbr
To coordinate product inspection work for assigned projectsbr
To coach and train colleagues, trainees, technicians, etc. as reqd. br
To contribute to Total Quality, QS 9000 and continuous improvement activities within department and businessbr
DESCRIPTION: A World leader in the innovation, design and manufacture of diesel fuel injection equipment are now looking for a Senior Design Engineer - Heavy Duty Nozzles to be responsible for the specification of diesel fuel injection equipment for the heavy duty business.
VAC REQ :The successful applicant will hold a degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent with proven experience in design of mechanical systems, preferably high precision, highly stressed and mass produced components.

Candidates will be able to demonstrate:br
CAD Experience - Solidworks preferred - detail drawing and geometrical tolerancing.
Design Tools Experience - DFMEA, DFA, DFM, FEA, DOE (eg Taguchi), the more the better, but not essentialbr
Experience of liaising with customers, suppliers, development, validation and manufacturing functionsbr
Arranging meetings, compiling agendas and writing minutes br
Report writing for design activities, documenting design decisions, analysis methods and results.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes eg grinding, heat treatment, injection moulding, forging, casting.br
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Must be a self motivated, team player with an enquiring mind and a good understanding of engineering fundamentals

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Manual Miller - Thatcham - £23.4k per year + + bonus,share options, phc,dental,OT. (JUM-105045)

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Manual Miller
Thatcham, Berkshire, England
£23.4k per year + + bonus,share options, phc,dental,OT.

For nearly two decades our client has ensured that customers from all sectors meet, or even exceed, their targets by drawing on their unique blend of design, engineering and manufacturing capabilities. Specialising in Transmission Technology, supplying the Aerospace, Automotive, Defence, Marine and Motor Sports Sectors.

They are currently seeking an experienced Manual Miller to join their team on a day shift basis. You will be producing high precision components using various metals including Titanium, Aluminium and Steel.

You should have a background and extensive knowledge of Manual milling to tight tolerances, in a precision engineering environment. CNC experience would be useful, but not essential.

The company are an excellent employer, have a very modern facility, up to date machinery and a very low staff turnover.



Starting salary on days is 23,364 + annual bonus, share options, private healthcare, dental and plentiful OT.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

CNC Turner - Nights - Thatcham (JUM-104803)

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CNC Turner - Nights
Thatcham, Berkshire, England

For nearly two decades our client Xtrac Ltd has ensured that customers from all sectors meet, or even exceed, their targets by drawing on their unique blend of design, engineering and manufacturing capabilities. Specialising in Transmission Technology, supplying the Aerospace, Automotive, Defence, Marine and Motor Sports Sectors.

They are now seeking an experienced CNC Turner for a Night shift role in their state of the art facility in Berkshire.

Reporting to the Turning and Milling Manager you will be responsible for programming, editing and operating a range of Okuma machines to produce transmission system parts to the company s quality standards.


As well as having sound knowledge of Manual Turning, you must be self sufficient enough to make fixtures and tooling, and have experience of working with small batches, sometimes of a complex nature.


You must be able to understand complex engineering drawings and instructions, be able to visualise finished products and have a good understanding of the properties of the materials we work with.
Ideally you will have completed a formal apprenticeship and have 3-5 years general engineering experience including turning and toolmaking, ideally in the automotive, aerospace or motorsport industries.
You should have at least proven programming experience, ideally being able to use and understand Okuma OSP - IGF Edgecam or similar off line programming system would be an advantage, as would experience of Mitutoyo CCM to self check work.

Dayshift core hours are Monday to Friday, 8.00am 5.00pm and Nightshift core hours are Monday to Thursday 7.00pm 6.00am. For both roles you should have a flexible attitude to overtime.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

CNC Miller - (Days or Night Shifts) - Berkshire (888929)

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CNC Miller - (Days or Night Shifts)
Berkshire, England

A world leading supplier of high performance transmissions now require a CNC Miller to work on either day or night shift to set, programme, edit, operate and run CNC Milling 3, 4 and 5 Axis Centres to produce transmission parts to the company quality standards.

Responsibilities of the CNC Miller will include:
To set, operate and run CNC Milling Centres
To carry out programming and editing functions to produce high quality components to drawing specification and quality
To help establish best machining methods when required
To aid in the design and manufacture of work holding fixtures and devices
To undertake day to day machine maintenance
To be able and willing to operate additional machines when required
To be part of the personal development process and attend reviews as required
To observe the Health and Safety rules at all times.
To follow the company quality procedures.
To carry out any reasonable additional duties as requested by management.

As the CNC Miller you will have a mechanical engineering background ideally within the motorsport/aerospace industry

The successful candidate must be flexible on jobs given and on hours evening/weekends if may be necessary.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Electronics Test Technician - Basildon (888512)

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Electronics Test Technician
Basildon, Essex, England

As part of its strategy of developing solutions to reduce CO2 emissions Valeo has recently acquired the Electric Supercharger business of a British automotive technology development company.
With this move, Valeo becomes the first automotive supplier to offer its customers a range of electric superchargers. Unlike exhaust-driven turbochargers, electric superchargers are driven by an electric motor. They now require an experienced Electronics Test Technician, as part of the R and D Department, with a demonstrable ability in the following:
Key responsibilities:
Design, assembly and test of prototype PCBs, wiring looms and test equipment
Build, preparation and instrumentation of Units Under Test
Troubleshoot electronic systems and PCBs down to component level
Investigate failures of electronic components/systems to identify design/manufacturing issues
Assist with electrical integration of hardware and test equipment into prototype vehicles
Support the preparation and execution of Product Design Verification (DV) testing
Support the preparation and execution of vehicle-based DV testing
Daily checks and maintenance of test logs during DV testing
Support Test Engineer in preparation of DV test reports
Calibration of various test equipment
As the Electronics Test Technician you will be responsible for:
Sound working knowledge of PCB design, assembly and fault finding
Familiar with use of oscilloscopes, data loggers, signal generators, bench power supplies etc.
Basic mechanical assembly
Test rig and vehicle-level fault finding
Prior experience of structured product testing, preferably within the Automotive sector
Ability to prepare and present test results quickly and efficiently.
Self-motivation and ability to work unsupervised
Flexibility and discipline to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills and a flexible approach suitable to working within a small team
Hands-on, practical approach to problem solving
Prior experience of working to defined standards and requirements (e.g. ISO 9001 ,TS 16949, ISO 14001) would be considered beneficial

Relevant experience - Automotive sector is preferred but not essential.
Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent academic qualifications (e.g. BTEC, ONC, HNC, HND
Experience of working to a structured product development methodology in the Automotive (or similar) sector would be ideal

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Application Engineer - Basildon (888511)

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Application Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England

As part of its strategy of developing solutions to reduce CO2 emissions Valeo has recently acquired the Electric Supercharger business of a British automotive technology development company.
With this move, Valeo becomes the first automotive supplier to offer its customers a range of electric superchargers. Unlike exhaust-driven turbochargers, electric superchargers are driven by an electric motor.
They are looking for an enthusiastic Application Engineer who will be integrated in this start up entity where they will make a difference.
As the Application Engineer you will encompass the following tasks and responsibilities:
First level support to the customer regarding all questions regarding component integration.
Testing and measurement of system parameters.
Application of adjustable system parameters to achieve optimal system performance.
Presentation of system performance to customer and management.
Ensure application of VALEO standards.
The successful applicant must have recent relevant industrial experience is essential.
Experience in mechanical design in automotive applications with knowledge of Requirement Engineering tools e.g. DOORS.
Team player, good communication skills.
Mindset of continuous improvement.
Experience of working to a structured product development methodology in the Automotive (or similar) sector would be ideal.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Power Supply Charging Systems Engineer - 38642 - £NEG Ltd Co - Dunton Wayletts - Negotiable based upon experience. (887707)

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Power Supply Charging Systems Engineer - 38642 - £NEG Ltd Co
Dunton Wayletts, Essex, England
Negotiable based upon experience.

Power Supply Charging Systems Engineer.

Skills Required:
Lead engineering specifications and sign off methods for the energy management and smart regen charging system. Liaise and interface with core Power Supply for commonality/consistency. Support SDS requirements for SRC and start-stop systems. Coordinate subsystem DVP including yellow board, HIL and vehicle level testing. Lead in quality development for the energy management and SRC systems (FMEA/RCL/RDM). Support programme application engineers for system and component requirements. Support all programme gateways with robust and timely inputs. Support manufacturing plants (incl. pre-production build phases). Support Customer service Division. Lead diagnostic and EOL compatibility. Calibrate Power Supply functions (as on CGEA1.3). Benchmark energy management systems and concepts. Development and implementation of the FPDS/GPDS validation plan leading to a quality engineering sign-off. Investigate and resolve any quality issues on the vehicles. Support any cost reduction initiatives. Use eFDVS to sign off the system.

Skills Preferred:
Project management skills with a thorough attention to detail. Ability to demonstrate use of initiative, perseverance and liaison skills.

Experience Required:
Knowledge and experience of systems/software integration. Understanding of the Power Supply System/Charging Systems. Must be able to use Vector CAN tools including CANalyser and CANoe. Knowledge and experience of CAN and LIN protocols. Experience in design and development tools, eFDVS.

Experience Preferred:
GPDS knowledge is preferred.

Education Required:
Educated to degree level, in a relevant field or subject.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

CAD Engineer - Solidworks - Gillingham (888461)

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CAD Engineer - Solidworks
Gillingham, Kent, England

A world leader in the innovation, design and manufacture of Diesel Fuel Injection equipment are now looking for a CAD Engineer for an initial 6 month contract to produce Solidworks models / detailed drawings for components used in next generation common rail [CR] pumps and injectors. This includes both 'clean sheet' solutions as well as the re-use of features from existing designs.
The successful CAD Engineer will report to a Principal Design Engineer / ADP Pump Engineering Manager.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Detailing and checking of component drawings for current and future applications of fuel pumps/injectors for the automotive market.
Assure GDandT and other drafting standards are applied to new component drawings.
Assist the Principal Design Engineer with design changes that assure the programme meets cost, Design for Manufacture, performance and timing goals.
Assist the flawless Launch for all new product programmes.
Facilitate fast and accurate two-way communication with development, purchasing and process engineers to assure robust design and flawless launch objectives.
Ability be able to produce and present technical presentations at design reviews is desirable.
The CAD Engineer will hold a minimum HNC in mechanical engineering or equivalent with proven experience in design draughting in a production-type environment with good knowledge of GDandT and other drafting standards.
Must have experience of Solidworks (or similar) modelling and draughting experience along with basic physics.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Track Engineer - Vehicle Safety - Berkshire (888337)

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Track Engineer - Vehicle Safety
Berkshire, England

Our client provides a unique range of products and services to the insurance and motor repair industries. Primarily, conducting research and product data. This data assists in the efficient, safe and cost effective repair of motor vehicles. Working closely with vehicle manufacturers to influence the design of new vehicles, their aim is to improve safety and security.

They are now looking for a Track Engineer - Crash & Safety to understand, define and develop vehicle safety test procedures - liaising with international VM, tier one suppliers and research organisations along with authoring, undertaking and refining tests and  protocols and updating test methodologies using new research data.

As the Track Engineer you will have:

Fundamental understanding of vehicle dynamics, stability systems and collision avoidance.

Fundamental understanding of vehicle safety test procedures

Vehicle test preparation

Instrumentation and data acquisition

Operation of driver control systems

Team coordination and direction

Data analysis and interpretation using dedicated vehicles dynamics software

Knowledge and adherence to Health and Safety procedures – authoring Risk Assessments

Briefing management on test results

Authoring test procedures and research documents

Dissemination of test results to external parties

Authoring Peer reviewable technical scientific material

As the Track Engineer you will hold a relevant degree in engineering ideally with an understanding of automotive engineering, vehicle safety knowledge and vehicle dynamics and chassis engineering.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Design Engineer - Catia V5 - Northampton - £24k - 32k per year (888982)

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Design Engineer - Catia V5
Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
£24k - 32k per year

Assist in the design of current and on-going projects. Apply knowledge of product development and analysis to assist in meeting organizational objectives. Work with customer to achieve their vision of product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

Demonstrates teamwork by collaborating with others to improve overall standards of performance and service 
Provides good customer service to all customers, both internal and external 
Prepares original & revise design layouts using CATIA v5
Develops / conceptualizes new products.  (NPI)
Maintains current knowledge of sound engineering practices, manufacturing process, or other applicable standards.

For more details contact Phil Burton on 0116 299 4482 or apply online

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Technical Buyer - Northamptonshire - £33k - 45k per year (PBU-Tech Buyer)

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Technical Buyer
Northamptonshire, England
£33k - 45k per year

Technical Buyer

You will be responsible for managing the procurement of parts, materials and related services
& will include:

• Procuring parts from preferred vendors whilst not exceeding budget and adhering to the relevant purchasing and finance procedures. 
• Working with project leaders to ensure parts are delivered in line with the requirements of the project plan and to the correct quality standard. 
• Supporting cost reduction and the vendor rating system with QA. 
• Managing the logistical requirements of all finishing and further processing requirements. 
• Actively and regularly expediting all open purchase orders and update SAP and the project leaders as necessary. 
• Ensuring all procurement data in SAP is maintained to a high standard ensuring accuracy and attention to detail at all times. 
• Developing supplier capability knowledge through supplier visits with QA Manager. 
• Completing daily tasks/workload set by the Purchasing Team Leader and/or Purchasing Manager. 
• Working with design and manufacturing to reduce procurement lead-times whenever possible. 
• Attending and actively contribute to regular team meetings with the Purchasing team Leader. 
• Participating and actively champion all company projects. 
• Actively promoting all purchasing policies and procedures throughout the business

 

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Quality Assurance Manager - Silverstone - £60k - 75k per year (888994)

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Quality Assurance Manager
Silverstone, Northamptonshire, England
£60k - 75k per year

As an expereinced Quality Assurance / Inspection Manager you will provide Leadership and Operational Management of all Inspection processes and procedures within the quality function by:

- Providing a component Quality Inspection service to the business which minimises component quality risk within programme timelines and budget boundaries
- Propose recommendations for facilities and headcount aligned to the design requirements, programme timescales and budget boundaries

Key Duties:
- Responsible for the Leadership and daily Management of Inspection operations including scheduling and prioritising of all work.

- Providing Leadership, direction, and support to staff within the inspection operation, including staff issues, technical and design discussion points.

- Propose and advise the Management team in inspection design through a full range of techniques including random or sample inspection, low level visual inspection, bench metrology, CMM or machine measured metrology according to design criteria and assessed risk.

- Develop continuous improvement plans to provide Leadership and direction of Health and Safety, Quality, delivery adherence, productivity and cost improvement activity for inspection operations.

- Operational lead for NCR resolution, ensuring appropriate decisions are made given lead time requirements

- Develop positive relationships with principle interfaces including heads of planning, build, design office and quality engineering functions.

- Ensuring adequate skilled resource is proposed and deployed to fulfil programme timescale requirements.

- Ensure Quality Assurance inspection processes are documented, controlled and completed in a diligent and traceable manner. Ensure the results obtained are both accurate and repeatable

- Actively manage the budget for the Inspection area.

If you feel you can meet and surpass expectations in this highly pressurised environment please apply or call Phil Burton on 0116 299 4482

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Process Engineer - Essex - £22k - 28k per year (888571)

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Process Engineer
Essex, England
£22k - 28k per year

The Process Engineer is required to develop a broad range of processes relating to the manufacture of custom charge coupled devices (CCDs) for high end Space, Defence and Medical imaging applications.This role is commutable from Harlow, Chelmsford, Braintree and Basildon. You must hold or be eligible to gain UK Security Clearance.

The role of the process engineer is to translate the product design into the individual processes needed to create the product and ensure that the device performance criteria are met. They conduct pilot trials to prove concepts and test the tools and fixtures required for device manufacture. After establishing a satisfactory process and documenting the processes for manufacturing, the process engineer hands the manufacturing process over to the CCD line engineer, who will introduce the new processes in to production. Work with design teams to transition new products and processes from Development in to Manufacturing, ensuring that all of the requirements for manufacture are completed
- To Apply Lean Manufacture and Six Sigma methodologies to ensure that products and processes are designed for manufacture
- To ensure that all process documentation is in place for new product introduction
- To provide training, coaching and support to Line Engineers
- To lead or participate in 8D problem solving groups to provide robust, well documented solutions to complex process issues
- Responsible for driving forward developments in processing expertise and industrialisation of processes for custom products (DFMA)
- All process introductions are considered from ethical 'green' perspective, with reclaim, recycle and health issues paramount
- Degree in Engineering or Physics or equivalent relevant experience
- Minimum of four years experience in related job role
- Thorough understanding of Lean manufacturing principles
- Demonstrable experience of semiconductor processing and custom packaging technologies
- Experience of wire bonding, die attach and automation of these processes
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Excellent problem solving skills, with documented results
- Can demonstrate DFMA

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Warehouse Operations Manager - Global Company - Electrical/Computer Parts Manufacturer - Northampton (888946)

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Warehouse Operations Manager - Global Company - Electrical/Computer Parts Manufacturer
Northampton, Northamptonshire, England

This role is a very key role for the firm we are working with, you will be managing the warehouse as an entity with responsibility for 11 staff members over the 20,000 square foot facility in Northampton. It will incorporate the successful running of the in-house WMS (no implementation experience required) in an RF environment operating in a very fast paced pick/pack warehouse, the firm have been established in the UK for 9 years and distribute worldwide from this facility.

The staff you will be responsible for are made up of order pickers (warehouse staff), quality technicians (goods inwards and product quality), administration staff and a supervisor. A pre requisite for this role is previous experience in a similar role as this is a high end management role, you must be very team orientated, personable and have experience of working to KPI's. The company have an ethos of expanding at a natural rate and operate a cautious approach to new business, they have a new product entering the market approximately every 2 days and their catalogue spans over 2,500 products.

They have a plan for the future which includes further expansion into Europe but at a very methodical pace, assessing and re-assessing opportunities before making a commitment, the type of person that would suit this role is a person who operates with the same ideology and is prepared to grow with the firm at the rate they want to grow. The career path is non-defined, so there will be options to progress in a manner that suits both you and the company.

The firm is a global business provider with a presence in the America's, Europe, Asia and the UK, they have been trading for 27 years and have experienced growth year on year. They specialise in complex AV and computer products including cables (generic and bespoke), cards, hard drive accessories and fans and coolers amongst others. They are an ISO 9001 accredited company who have a very strong work ethic and a very strong loyal employee base, they have won several awards over the last 2 years (in particular) including "Best Small and Medium Employers" in 2011.

A permanent role with an approximate start date in September or October depending on availably, on offer is an above average salary, quarterly bonus (subject to achieving company targets) and other benefits. The recruitment process is set and it will encompass a series of interviews (internet based and face to face), personality questionnaires and a presentation.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Project Engineer - Powys (888980)

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Project Engineer
Shrewsbury, Welshpool, Newtown, Telford, Ludlow

Our client are one of the most trusted and innovative brands in power generation, electrical protection, power quality, mechanical power transmission, fluid automation, materials joining, precision cleaning and machine motion. Our client has the flexibility to manufacture a wider range of products, with minimal changeover time, leading to a greater efficiency with less waste.

The role requires a Project engineer to sit within the test and development function, essentially an electronic test engineer. This role will encompass many different aspects of Test Development which include, but not restricted to: Test equipment evaluation (Off the shelf), In-Circuit Test Fixtures, Flash Test, Test Jig/harnesses, PCB Functional Test and High Power Functional Test.

The main source of activity will be related to projects. Project will be allocated based on
Workload and business requirements.
Technical Requirements
1.Electronics HNC or Degree qualified
2.Understanding of PCB and electronic module testing - if not direct experience must have strong indirect knowledge
3.Experience of Electronics hardware manufacturing
4.Understanding of project management - direct experience not an issue

Location commutable from Shrewsbury, Welshpool, Newtown, Telford, Ludlow (relocation package support available).

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Maintenance Engineer - Birmingham (887818)

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Maintenance Engineer
Birmingham, West Midlands, England

Our client is a leading manufacturer of automotive body panels for many of the world`s leading vehicle producers.

They currently have a temporary requirement until the end of October for a Maintenance Engineer to provide bolt on shift cover, to support the production department.

Hours of the shift are: Fri 21.00 - 07.00, Sat 18.00 - 06.00 and Sun 18.00 - 06.00

Reporting to the Press and Site Facilities Supervisor, the individual will be responsible for

* Actively participate in all areas of TPM proactive and reactive.
* Promote and participate in continuous improvement culture.
* Communicate with colleagues effectively.
* Update Tapestry system for TPM
* Assist in identification of spares stocks to ensure breakdowns are covered, that 'no parts' situations are minimized and that 'critical' spares are available.
* Identify process and method improvements and cost saving opportunities to appropriate personnel.
* Advise and train other maintenance operatives as required, assist in TPM training.
* Work overtime as required.
* To act in a safe manner and highlight any health and safety risks.
* To ensure housekeeping is maintained to the highest standard.
* To ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the company's quality requirements.
* Any other Ad-hoc duties as required.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Time served Engineer
* 3 years minimum maintenance experiences including PLC's, automation and assembly.
* Excellent fault finding analysis.
* Computer literate.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to work under pressure to tight time scales.
* Self motivated and task oriented.
* Strong team player.
* Able to use initiative.

DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES:

* Ideally skilled in both mechanical and electrical functions.
* FLT driving licence preferred.
* Scissor lift.

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:

* Ability to either drive through change (self reliance, challenging and determination) or adapt to change (flexibility).
* Ability to get the job done (attention to detail, decisiveness and organisation and planning ability).
* Ability to work with others to get the job done (communication and influencing skills, team working skills and customer focus).
* Ability to lead a team and to develop other people

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Price and Business Analyst - 38803 - 23.00 GBP Ltd Co - Dunton Wayletts - £23 per hour (888984)

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Price and Business Analyst - 38803 - 23.00 GBP Ltd Co
Dunton Wayletts, Essex, England
£23 per hour

Provide Financial Controllership over the Product Design and Manufacturing Contract, covering the manufacture factory in Poland.
- Develop Budget, Business Plan and Profit Forecast for the B420 Program.
- Develop Budget at entity-level granularity and forecast added starter costs using EVCS system and surrogate costing.
- Validate Poland Vehicle Supply Prices against Contract, resolve issues and ensure corrections are implemented.
- Model economic and exchange factors affecting vehicle invoice price, analyse Quarterly cost changes by causal factor, and evaluate impact on Vehicle Supply Prices and Profit Forecast under the provisions for price changes in the Vehicle Supply Agreement.
- Establish the effect of volumes changes vs. Contract Reserved Capacity and vs. Budget on fixed cost absorption under the Vehicle Supply Agreement and Contract Side Letter, and calculate the impact on Cost True-Up and Profit Forecast.
- Support integration of causal factor analysis cost reporting into Finance cost reporting system.
- Perform Vehicle Invoice price trend analysis and validate Quarterly Accounting Close against forecast.
- Support Quarterly Cost True-Up process, adjusting for actual cost vs. invoiced cost, reviewing cost evidencing and apportionment and liaising locally with Auto Poland Accounting and Finance staffs.
- Manage Accounting accruals covering True-Up, mark-up and other Contract items.
- Perform a single point of contact role for Auto Poland on Finance and Accounting issues liaising with Ford functional areas as required.
- Perform various ad-hoc studies and management reporting as required

Skills Required:
Fluency in English and Polish languages.

Experience Required:
Self-motivated, able to work without close management supervision and flexible. Proven Accounting and Financial Analysis experience. Computer literate in Microsoft applications. Willingness to travel to Bielsko Biala, Poland, for Quarterly cost true-up reviews.

Education Required:
Graduate or CIMA qualified or equivalent.

Additional Information:
There is little English speaking competency at working level in Poland, and fluency in Polish language is a requirement of this role to support day-to-day interface with the Finance and Accounting team and the quarterly cost reviews on site in Poland.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Skilled CNC Machinist - Halifax - £21k - 22k per year (888975)

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Skilled CNC Machinist
Commutable from Huddersfield, Leeds, Halifax, Wakefield.
£21k - 22k per year

Skilled CNC Machinist - Day Shift (35 hours per week)
Halifax
Located in West Yorkshire, our client is part of a British engineering group globally employing over 2,000 people in the UK and sixteen other countries. This highly regarded precision engineering business uses lean methods to manufacture high-value metal products - mainly for the heavy couplings and power transmission sectors.
Job Purpose
To set/program and operate CNC Lathes and VMC"s
You will ideally be an apprentice trained Mechanical Engineer with the ability to program FANUC controlled machines.
It would be beneficial to have:
Experience with large components
Vertical lathe experience
Vertical machining centre experience
Crane experience
Slinging experience
Manual machine experience (VTL"s, vertical borers, jig borers)

Rate of Pay: £12.20 (at 100%)
0-6 months - 95%
6-12 months - 97.5%
12 months - 100%

If this role is of interest to you, please contact Donna Blezzard at Jonathan Lee Recruitment, 01924 241010.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Vehicle Engineering Manager - Nuneaton (888958)

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Vehicle Engineering Manager
Commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Leicester

A new contract opportunity has arisen for a Vehicle Engineering Manager. The role is of significant importance in the Programme Attribute Team leaders for the vehicle programmes and delivering the attributes defined for the programmes.

As a principle leader the successful candidates will need to work very prescriptively within various processes and protocols of the client company whilst drawing upon and utilising their own engineering skills in order to make this a success.

Working with the Vehicle Engineering Manager you will be responsible for the following:

* Development and delivery of the vehicle attributes to support our client's requirements.
* DVP set-up co-ordination
* Monitoring and tracking FDVS progress and issue resolution
* Co-ordinate "must resolves" sessions
* Track VIT actions and expedite delivery
* ADV preparation and sign-off
* VIT meeting attendance
* Coordinate DPA population and lead UNV/UPV events
* ESO tracker coordination
* AIMS chasing and coordination
* Panel chart coordination.
* Vehicle fleet and TandD coordination
* Rigs and spares coordination
* Vehicle update coordination

Skills and Competencies.

* Confidence in leading team meetings by owning and establishing attribute status, progress and successful delivery
* Good communicator whilst being comfortable working with a number of different teams
* Objective driven with ability to focus on the solutions rather than just the problem
* Un-phased in high energy engineering conflict situations
* Cascade vehicle-level requirements into system or component targets that PMSTs use to specify their systems and components
* Track attribute status against target
* Arranging and supporting all test activities
* Report generation and reporting back into the engineering team with findings
* Engineering knowledge and attribute expertise to assist in resolution of issues.
* The ability to work autonomously and within a team
* An understanding of risk management
* Confident in making data driven decisions
* Happy to work in a flexible way to support the delivery of the overall objectives
* A working level understanding of Microsoft based systems ( MS office suite etc)

Preferred Experience

* Undertaken test and development role on passenger cars
* Worked and operated within an engineering and/or manufacturing environment within either the automotive or aerospace industries
* Can demonstrate the successful delivery (driver rather than passage) of programmes/activities
* Can demonstrate a flexible approach to the way they work
* Experienced at dealing with engineering conflict whilst remaining delivery focused
* Used to working within a highly productive team
* Used to working with limited supervision

Preferred Knowledge:

* Working knowledge of the test and development process associated with the attribute
* Ford or JLR based design processes and protocols
* Working knowledge of OEM and automotive development requirements
* Good standard of education and learning relevant to the role ideally at degree level

Personal Attributes

* Good communicator
* Can do attitude
* Resilience in the face of conflict
* Driver not a passenger
* Supportive team player
* Ability to adapt and change
* Enjoys a challenge whilst learning
* Happy to work in a variety of environments

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Design Engineer - Lancashire - Up to £29p.h. (888926)

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Design Engineer
Lancashire
Up to £29p.h.

The company, a major employer of engineering skills in the North West, exports a large percentage of its production to European Community Markets. The business"s future success and development is dependent upon the application of leading-edge information technology in all aspects of design, manufacture, procurement and logistics. They are currently looking to recruit on a contract basis a Design Engineer to work from their base in Lancashire for an initial period of 6-months.

You will need to have prior Design Engineer experience within the automotive sector and have experience of working on Engine Installation, Chassis Systems, Commercial Body and Components. You must have previous experience of dealing with ProEngineer software and 60% of your time will be spent working the design and modification of CAD drawings. The other 40% of your time will be spent primarily on the project management side including manufacturing and dealing with suppliers.

The role comes with a competitive pay rate in the late £20s per hour and is negotiable based on your experience. To apply for this excellent role with a market leading employer please forward your CV.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

CAE Engineer - West Midlands (104301)

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CAE Engineer
Birmingham/Coventry

REQUIREMENTS: Actively participate in the design and development of world-class recreational vehicles using computer aided engineering (CAE), provide design insights and leadership to all Product Groups on a project basis.
DESCRIPTION: A global manufacturer of all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles, and electric vehicles.
VAC REQ
:1. Interact with and provide analysis support to projects across multiple product groups using commercial CAE software codes.
2. Methods development, implementation of best practices.
3. Develop templates for use by design engineers.
4. Lead other engineering design team members in the areas of structures, thermal and mechanical stresses, rotating and vibrating systems, non-linear analysis, bolted joint analysis, gear analysis, bearing analysis, fatigue analysis.
5. research, develop and implement new methods for CAE group
6. Planning of CAE tasks for new projects

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Vehicle Systems Integration Engineer (Thermal) - Coventry (RGR-102304)

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Vehicle Systems Integration Engineer (Thermal)
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Vehicle Systems Integration Engineer –great opportunity for an Engineer with a background in cooling systems, thermal management, engine development, vehicle test & development or cooling sub-systems.

DESCRIPTION:
Based on a very attractive University campus, this Technical Centre was established in 2005 bringing together the best of European talent and expertise  in whole vehicle development . Employing 250 Engineers and Specialists it is now regarded as an engineering centre of excellence.  Over £85 million has been invested in the Centre since its foundation with plans for further with headcount growing to 350 this year and into next. Engaged in conventional IC engine, hybrid and electric powered vehicle development, the Centre is located in Coventry, commutable from Birmingham, Leicester, Warwick, Milton Keynes, Northampton.  A very exciting opportunity has now been created for a Vehicle Systems Integration Engineer with a background in vehicle cooling, engine cooling, engine development,  vehicle test & development or cooling sub-system (fan / radiator) development  to join the team.

VAC REQ:
As an Integration Engineer you will be working on vehicle programmes in the area of Powertrain Thermal systems development on a wide range of projects including low carbon vehicles, advanced engineering battery thermal systems, concept technology demonstrator vehicles for senior management reviews, vehicle benchmarking, development of control systems. The job includes the following responsibilities:
• Support the programme design team in the system specification definition for the powertrain thermal systems
• Supervise cooling system flow and thermal analysis using appropriate CAE tools such as KULI or Radtherm in order to aid in the design of the cooling systems and heat management components
• Develop and manage vehicle targets, DVP and programme status documents
• Conduct testing in environmental test facilities and on development hot climate trips; this will include management of vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition as well as processing, analysing & reporting of test data.

REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates will need to be Degree, HND or HNC qualified and be able to demonstrate strong numeracy and literacy skills and have experience in vehicle cooling, engine cooling, engine development, vehicle test or development or sub-system (fan / radiator) development.  Although pitched at Principal Engineer level, applications from more junior Engineers with relevant experience seeking a career development opportunity are also welcome.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Design Engineer - Catia V5 - Northampton - £24k - 32k per year (888982)

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Design Engineer - Catia V5
Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
£24k - 32k per year

Assist in the design of current and on-going projects. Apply knowledge of product development and analysis to assist in meeting organizational objectives. Work with customer to achieve their vision of product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

Demonstrates teamwork by collaborating with others to improve overall standards of performance and service 
Provides good customer service to all customers, both internal and external 
Prepares original & revise design layouts using CATIA v5
Develops / conceptualizes new products.  (NPI)
Maintains current knowledge of sound engineering practices, manufacturing process, or other applicable standards.

For more details contact Phil Burton on 0116 299 4482 or apply online

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Senior Stress Engineer - Non-linear FEA - Hertfordshire - £35k - 42k per year (888965)

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Senior Stress Engineer - Non-linear FEA
Hitchin, Stevenage, Hatfield, Luton, Bedford
£35k - 42k per year

REQUIREMENTS: Due to the expansion of the finite element analysis (FEA) services offered, there is a vacancy for a Senior Engineer to carry out non-linear FEA. FEA is used to simulate the performance of components and materials to correlate with laboratory testing and to predict in service performance. The work is carried for industrial clients from various sectors including oil and gas, aerospace and defence, civil, rail, automotive and medical devices.

DESCRIPTION: Senior Engineer - Non-linear Finite Element Analysis required for this growing independent materials research company. The role is based in Hertfordshire and is commutable from Hitchin, Stevenage, Hatfield, Luton and Bedford.

VAC REQ :For this role, you will have proven industry experience with the following:
Demonstrated technical experience and expertise in non-linear analysis methods preferably using ABAQUS/Standard or Marc. Non-linear modelling of materials (preferably elastomers, polymers, plastics etc), contact and geometrical nonlinearities. Anisotropic modelling of composites or secondary reinforced materials. Structural modelling and sub-modelling, use of global local modelling. Modelling of cracks, fracture and fatigue. A good degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. A high standard of English, both written and verbal.

In addition, the following would be desirable: Knowledge of the non-linear material properties of elastomeric materials. Demonstrated expertise in the validation of non-linear finite element models and methods using correlation with test data. Knowledge of a programming language such as Fortran and Python. Knowledge and practical experience of experimental test methods. Experience of one or more relevant industrial sectors.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Transmission and Driveline Module Leader - Gaydon - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (888905)

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Transmission and Driveline Module Leader
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

Module Leader/Programme Manager for Transmission and Driveline Systems.

Skills Required:
Good level of MS Office skills essential. Good communication skills at all levels within the business Good understanding of engineering and problem solving principles. Self-starter - will be responsible for moving Programmes forward with minimal guidance.

Skills Preferred:
Experience of OEM specific programme delivery tools such as GPDS, WERS, AIMS, eFDVS would be a real advantage.

Experience Required:
Must have experience of working in a Programme Management discipline.

Experience Preferred:
Knowledge of Transmission and Driveline systems would be a real advantage.

Education Required:
Minimum of A level (or equivalent) educated with at least one subject in Applied Mathematics, Engineering or Programme Management.

Education Preferred:
Degree level education in Engineering or Programme Management.

Additional Information:
Mainly based at Gaydon site, but may require one to two days per week based at Whitley.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Skilled CNC Mahcinist - Halifax - £21k - 22k per year (888975)

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Skilled CNC Mahcinist
Commutable from Huddersfield, Leeds, Halifax, Wakefield.
£21k - 22k per year

Skilled CNC Machinist - Day Shift (35 hours per week)
Halifax
Located in West Yorkshire, our client is part of a British engineering group globally employing over 2,000 people in the UK and sixteen other countries. This highly regarded precision engineering business uses lean methods to manufacture high-value metal products - mainly for the heavy couplings and power transmission sectors.
Job Purpose
To set/program and operate CNC Lathes and VMC"s
You will ideally be an apprentice trained Mechanical Engineer with the ability to program FANUC controlled machines.
It would be beneficial to have:
Experience with large components
Vertical lathe experience
Vertical machining centre experience
Crane experience
Slinging experience
Manual machine experience (VTL"s, vertical borers, jig borers)

Rate of Pay: £12.20 (at 100%)
0-6 months - 95%
6-12 months - 97.5%
12 months - 100%

If this role is of interest to you, please contact Donna Blezzard at Jonathan Lee Recruitment, 01924 241010.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Production engineer - Chesterfield - £24k - 28k per year (888895)

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Production engineer
Sheffield, Chesterfield, Worksop, Rotherham, Derby
£24k - 28k per year

Production Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

New Product Development, NPI, NPD, New Prodcut Development

 

Client Information
A market leading multi national manufacturing company require an experienced Mechanical Engineer to work on New Product Development. The main duties of the role include working within the Production Engineering team to initiate and execute engineering improvement projects, direct and influence NPD to encompass Design for Manufacture considerations, and provide day-to-day technical support in the production facility



Job description
-Assist with the integration of all new products into the production facility via NPD process.
-Execute specific engineering project activities for the production facility in line with Strategic Initiatives.
-Highlight cost reduction opportunities exposed during NPD and Production support duties.
-Resolve engineering and product support issues that materialize in the production facility on a day to day basis.
-The design, source and commissioning of Production test equipment and jigs.
-Participate in supplier visits, primarily in the UK and occasional overseas, where technical communication may improve supplier performance.
-Use NCCR and ECN process to rectify design issues and, where possible, perform investigative and developmental work to "fast-track" necessary changes.
-Deliver the training and implementation of selected OPEX strategies beneficial in a manufacturing environment and create and maintain Work Instruction documentation which assists operators to achieve 100% product consistency and reliability


Key skills and experience
-Candidates should be Degree Educated or HND in Mechanical Engineering, or related field
-Experience of Project implementation success in a fast moving development/manufacturing environment
-Ability to work with cross-disciplined teams to deliver project success and the resolution of production non-conformances
-Experience of working in a continuous improvement environment
-Use of 3D CAD to create and edit mechanical drawings, Autodesk Inventor preferred

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Electronic Design Engineer - Rotherham - £30k - 35k per year + package (888893)

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Electronic Design Engineer
Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, Barnsley
£30k - 35k per year + package

Client Information
My client a leading Automotive manufacturing company who are enjoying a sustained period of growth require an experience Electronics Design Engineer to join their established team

Job description
-Design according to company procedures mechatronic products that meet specified customer and internal requirements and are profitable.
-Design embedded software that satisfies specified requirements.
-Produce design project documentation that is thorough and accurate and gains the approval of the department Manager.
-Verify designs so that all failures to meet requirements are discovered.
-Make design changes that are evaluated for feasibility, cost and timing, and implemented with care and thoroughness, gaining the approval of the Manager.
-Provide effective technical support to the satisfaction of manufacturing departments on design matters relating to products being introduced into, or already in, production, e.g. supporting PPAP, APQP and FMEA.
-Provide technical support to Sales and Marketing to obtain new business and also direct to external customers.
-The role will involve international travel, including potential training overseas

Key skills and experience
-Candidates should be Degree educated in Electronics or Software Engineering or physics or other related field and industry experience
-Electronics design work using microcontrollers to control actuators according to switch and sensor inputs.
-Awareness, training and experience in customer quality processes such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA.
-Experience of "CAN" or other in-vehicle bus system would be preferred
-Software writing using the C language in real time embedded applications.
-Involvement in best practice electronic/software development process.
-Experience of Design for volume manufacture.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

SQA / SQE / Supplier Quality Engineer - Northampton - £200 - 270 per day (887913)

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SQA / SQE / Supplier Quality Engineer
Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
£200 - 270 per day

TITLE: SQA / SQE / Supplier Quality Engineer

DURATION: 6 Months initially then likely renew

COMPANY: Based Northamptonshire: Precision automotive company; low volume, high precision - machinings, plastics, electrics, engine parts

ROLE: Responsible for managing supplier quality - both new suppliers and existing suppliers.  Performing Quality audits, helping suppliers meet exacting standards needed, resolving production issues.

SKILLS:

- at least 50% of your recent career spent in SQA role

- must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings

- have a rudimentary understanding of engine parts; names and function

- have an indepth application of APQP, PPAP, 8D; not just tick in a box but used the tools and be able to critique

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Supplier Quality Engineer - Warwickshire - £200 - 270 per day (887712)

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Supplier Quality Engineer
Warwickshire, England
£200 - 270 per day

Our client is a high precision, low volume, machining company with links to motor racing powertrain.

They are currently seeking to recruit a Supplier Quality Engineer until December 2012.

Reporting to the Supplier Quality Manager, the individual will be responsible for:

* Working with Internal Departments and External Suppliers to assure component conformance to drawing, specifications and requirements.
* Lead component and assembly quality improvement activity through clear data analysis, presentation and coordination.
* Problem definition, containment, corrective action.
* Meet with suppliers on site or at supplier premises to support supplier selection, development and corrective action.
* Work with suppliers as part of New Product Introduction process to ensure processes are in place to guarantee acceptable product quality.
* Champion process improvements through use of proactive quality tools for supplier components and assemblies.
* Manage non-conformance, including review of concessions raised.
* Support Quality department in achieving its Mission Statement, Objectives and Annual Goals.
* Provide support to the Quality Manager by completing any reasonable task
* Provide cover for other Supplier/Quality Engineers at times of absence.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Honours Degree in Engineering subject or Time Served Apprentice with equivalent experience.
* Practical experience in Automotive, Motorsport, Aerospace or other similar complex and high quality/tight specification product in a demanding environment.
* Education and specialism in Mechanical/ Machining, Electronics or Composite Manufacturing.
* Proven track record in New Product Introductions and Problem Solving.
* Good communication skills, able to represent the company with external suppliers.
* Able to work independently
* Experience of Conflict and Crisis Management.


DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES:

* Auditor qualification, experience in Purchasing and / or Design function.
* Continuous Improvement experience, Six Sigma Training
* Track record of working with and improving suppliers.
* Member or Associate Member of Chartered Quality Institute or Chartered Engineer.
* Good presentation skills

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Graduate Engineer / EMC Technician - Nuneaton (888453)

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Graduate Engineer / EMC Technician
Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England

Graduate Electrical/Electronics Engineer

Our client a World Class solutions provider to the automotive industry is currently looking to recruit a hands on Graduate Engineer who has a good understanding of electrical or electronic applications to strengthen their EMC department in the test, analysis and delivery of solution to their key customers.

The role will initially start as a Test Technician working on a three shift system during the week with the aim that the successful applicant will have the ability and opportunity to develop their career and progress into an Engineering status within 2 - 4 years.

As part of a highly proactive team your duties will be:
- Running tests on prototype vehicles using a variety of test equipment.
- Build and setting up of test procedures and applications.
- Assembly of test equipment to ensure effective product testing can be completed.
- Collation of data and analysis to provide and present results to the customer
- Use diagnostic techniques to provide solutions to key EMC issues

Successful candidates must be HND or Degree qualified in either and Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronics discipline and be well organised, practical in their approach and have good computer literacy skills to use the test equipment and analyse the data. Good communications skills are also required as there will be frequent customer contact whilst relevant experience of basic test equipment (oscilloscope etc) would be an advantage, although full training will be given.

Due to the nature of the position there will be a degree of manual lifting required in test set-ups plus general automotive mechanical fitting is to be expected to ensure that the EMC test can be successfully completed.

Our client offers excellent career progression and development for a highly committed individual who is looking for a world class organisation to take their first step into a highly technical and innovative automotive environment. Excellent remuneration package is on offer with basic pay plus shift allowance covering the three shift system.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Purchasing Assistant - 1850739 - Wolverhampton - £14.50 - 14.50 per hour (888588a)

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Purchasing Assistant - 1850739
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England
£14.50 - 14.50 per hour

We seek a Purchasing Assistant for an initial 4-month contract based in Wolverhampton.

THE COMPANY:

Turner Powertrain Systems is part of the UK Caterpillar Group located in Wolverhampton (West Midlands). They are a market leader in the design, development, manufacture, sales and support of off-highway transmissions for Backhoe Loaders, Telescopic Material Handlers and 4-9 tonne Site Dumpers.

THE ROLE:

As Purchasing Assistant, you will purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Responsible for buying goods and services for use by their company or organisation. Exercises moderate independent judgment with direction from supervisor.

Major Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability and other relevant factors. Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts. Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services. Monitor shipments to ensure that goods come in on time and resolve problems related to undelivered goods.

* Making initial contact with suppliers who we have not dealt with in some time
* Placing orders with customers for required parts
* Chasing in orders from purchasing and keeping up to date with delivery dates
* Liaising between departments to set expectations with relevant teams
* Providing accurate and regular feedback on aftermarket parts status

THE PERSON:

Applicants are required to have the following experience:
* University degree in a financial discipline - preferred.
* Previous finance-related experience required.
* Previous Manufacturing experience

Skills and Competencies required:
* Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, negotiation skills and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to analyse financial reports, price proposals and other technical data.
* Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
* Ability to predict consumer buying patterns.
* Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing.
* Knowledge of supply chain management.
* Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.


THE BENEFITS:

This is a contracting position with a pay rate up to £14.50/hr Ltd

APPLY NOW:

Your CV will be forwarded to Alec Price at Jonathan Lee Recruitment, who will treat it in the strictest confidence and keep you closely informed on the progress of your application.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Senior Engineer - Customer Support - Buckinghamshire - Up to £37K (888703)

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Senior Engineer - Customer Support
Buckinghamshire, England
Up to £37K

Our client can supply electrical equipment and systems from the smallest turbine powered aircraft and helicopters to the Airbus A380. They are proven innovators and provide generators and distribution products and systems that perform at the highest levels.

To initiate Post Qualification Design, Development and Maintainability engineering functions required for in-service equipment. To communicate and negotiate engineering programmes with the customer.

The role includes:
- analysis of in-service and test data to identify source of equipment problems
- initiation of post design projects
- change evaluation in order to validate design schemes for modification of equipment
- complication of technical documentation
- provide design and development engineering support to defect investigations
- undertake the total support of customers, by answering technical queries relating to operation, modification, repair and testing of company products
- undertake customer visits as required in support of reliability and maintainability objectives
- provide assistance to OE and MRO
- produce costed technical proposals
- travel within global sites is expected
Knowledge of working with the MOD and EASA required.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Vibration Test Engineer - West Midlands (887620)

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Vibration Test Engineer
West Midlands, England

The Role
The position offers involvement in the vibration testing of a range of products to the highest technical standards. Working in a responsive, customer oriented environment, you will find there is plenty of day to day variety.

Where necessary, training will be offered to build on existing base skills and experience. The nature of this role and our business requires someone who is adaptable, able to work well under pressure and a good communicator.


What you'll do
-Set up and monitor standard tests in a variety of vibration systems which simulate various operating environments
-Ensure that test specifications are followed correctly
-Devise and carry out non-standard tests to meet special requirements
-Record product behaviour or condition during and after test, accurately and legibly
-Check on test equipment performance and report any anomalies or faults
-Producing clear and professional reports as specified for the task
-Providing information to customers in person or by phone, fax or e-mail
-Assist in the development and support the planned accreditation for chamber calibrations for both internal and external customers


What we are looking for

Essential:
-Minimum HND/Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, a good understanding of physics is essential
-12 months practical experience in a controlled test environment
-Familiarity with test, monitoring and control instruments
-Knowledge of test standards and quality systems
-Computer literacy - working knowledge of standard PC applications

Desirable:
-Willingness to work overtime or shift patterns as required

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Tool Room Engineer - Lancashire (888619)

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Tool Room Engineer
Lancashire

My client is a leading global white goods manufacturer, who due to their current level of production are looking to recruit a Tool Room Engineer to work out of their North West site on a contract basis.

Initially running for 4 months the role will involve the cutting, pressing, and repair of tools within a busy manufacturing department. You will ideally be apprentice served and qualified to a minimum of City and Guilds level, time-served candidates with relevant experience will also be considered for the role.

You will need to have prior experience in a similar position having worked previously as a Tool Maker, Tooling Engineer or Press Toolings Engineer.

The pay rate for the role is negotiable at market rate depending on your experience. This is a role with an immediate start.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Vehicle Engineering Manager - Nuneaton (888958)

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Vehicle Engineering Manager
Commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Leicester

A new contract opportunity has arisen for a Vehicle Engineering Manager. The role is of significant importance in the Programme Attribute Team leaders for the vehicle programmes and delivering the attributes defined for the programmes.

As a principle leader the successful candidates will need to work very prescriptively within various processes and protocols of the client company whilst drawing upon and utilising their own engineering skills in order to make this a success.

Working with the Vehicle Engineering Manager you will be responsible for the following:

* Development and delivery of the vehicle attributes to support our client's requirements.
* DVP set-up co-ordination
* Monitoring and tracking FDVS progress and issue resolution
* Co-ordinate "must resolves" sessions
* Track VIT actions and expedite delivery
* ADV preparation and sign-off
* VIT meeting attendance
* Coordinate DPA population and lead UNV/UPV events
* ESO tracker coordination
* AIMS chasing and coordination
* Panel chart coordination.
* Vehicle fleet and TandD coordination
* Rigs and spares coordination
* Vehicle update coordination

Skills and Competencies.

* Confidence in leading team meetings by owning and establishing attribute status, progress and successful delivery
* Good communicator whilst being comfortable working with a number of different teams
* Objective driven with ability to focus on the solutions rather than just the problem
* Un-phased in high energy engineering conflict situations
* Cascade vehicle-level requirements into system or component targets that PMSTs use to specify their systems and components
* Track attribute status against target
* Arranging and supporting all test activities
* Report generation and reporting back into the engineering team with findings
* Engineering knowledge and attribute expertise to assist in resolution of issues.
* The ability to work autonomously and within a team
* An understanding of risk management
* Confident in making data driven decisions
* Happy to work in a flexible way to support the delivery of the overall objectives
* A working level understanding of Microsoft based systems ( MS office suite etc)

Preferred Experience

* Undertaken test and development role on passenger cars
* Worked and operated within an engineering and/or manufacturing environment within either the automotive or aerospace industries
* Can demonstrate the successful delivery (driver rather than passage) of programmes/activities
* Can demonstrate a flexible approach to the way they work
* Experienced at dealing with engineering conflict whilst remaining delivery focused
* Used to working within a highly productive team
* Used to working with limited supervision

Preferred Knowledge:

* Working knowledge of the test and development process associated with the attribute
* Ford or JLR based design processes and protocols
* Working knowledge of OEM and automotive development requirements
* Good standard of education and learning relevant to the role ideally at degree level

Personal Attributes

* Good communicator
* Can do attitude
* Resilience in the face of conflict
* Driver not a passenger
* Supportive team player
* Ability to adapt and change
* Enjoys a challenge whilst learning
* Happy to work in a variety of environments

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Programme Manager - Birmingham (888957)

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Programme Manager
Birmingham, West Midlands, England

A growing aerospace company in the West Midlands has a new requirement for a permanent Programme Manager. The position could also be called Project Manager. The business focuses on the buoyant sector of precision machining. The role is commutable of Coventry, Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Redditch, Stafford and Telford. The position commands a good base salary and health care and pension.

You will be responsible for a major new customer programme and control new product introduction, budgets, resources, risk, quality and programme timings. There will be some travel to the UK customer and suppliers. You will have relevant programme or project management experience in the aerospace or defence sector. Prince 2 experience would be useful as this is used.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Technical Sales Team Leader - Leeds - £42k - 48k per year + package (888966)

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Technical Sales Team Leader
Leeds, Wakefield, Huddersfield,
£42k - 48k per year + package

Client Information
My client a global company, based in West Yorkshire employs over 100 people currently experiencing a period of growth, specializing in the design, development and assembly within the Automotive sector. This opportunity has arisen due to an internal promotion

Main Duties
The main responsibilities of the role are to ensure and improve customer satisfaction by supporting product related projects during product life cycle. Manage Truck and Bus Customers in UK and Ireland as Customer Relationship Manager. The post holder will also be expected to lead Technical support and discussions with the customer base


Job description
-Will be heavily involved in new product development in close liaison with the client to ensure all requirements and needs are being met
-Prototype management, Product variation management
-Manage the established
-Support development and change management process
-Manage and develop relationships with main customer and look to develop new areas of opportunity
-Act as technical support point of contact for all UK and Ireland customers to work with Production and Technical teams to answer all customer queries

Key skills and experience
-Candidates should have strong company product knowledge with heavy vehicles
-Strong Mechanical Engineering background.
-Experience of running several high value
-Develop strong understanding of customer requirements and business
-Candidates should have a background in a Continuous Improvement or Lean Manufacturing environment)
-The role will include nationwide travel to meet with customers and visit other sites within the group

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Manufacturing Engineer - Worcestershire (888961)

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Manufacturing Engineer
Worcester/Kidderminster/Ludlow

Essential duties and responsibilities:
-Plan and coordinate the procurement, installation and capability of new manufacturing facilities, controls and related equipment, ensuring latest technology is being used to increase efficiency and economy of operations
-Applicants will be expected to demonstrate delivery of multiple projects across all aspects of Manufacturing Engineering, Process Improvement, and New Product Introduction.
-Be directly involved in the resolution of quality defects, utilising root cause analysis, 8D and other 6 Sigma tools as necessary
-Be directly engaged with other parts of the business at all levels to ensure project delivery against set deliverables
-Support project work relating to existing and new product introduction in support of the targeted business growth objectives
-Tooling and machinery specification, and commissioning including the creation of CAPEX justifications
-Improving existing manufacturing operations, incorporating new methods and processes.
-Responding and investigating operational problems affecting production and dealing with a systematic approach
-Interfacing with contractors/suppliers, obtaining quotations, raising purchase documentation and procuring products or services to support the departmental outputs
-Use skills and experience to ensure that products are brought to production on time and to cost and quality requirements
Experience and Background:
Ability to work under pressure, planning and organising projects and people and making sound decisions quickly.
Worked in a Manufacturing and Operations environment ideally within Automotive/Aerospace Assembly or medium/high volume series production.
Experience of manufacturing technology quality processes and tooling, involving sound technical manufacturing engineering skills in both project and process based environments.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Service Level Agreement Manager - Oxford (888936)

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Service Level Agreement Manager
Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

A new 12 month contract opportunity has arisen for a Service Level Agreement (SLA) Manager, based at a prestigious automotive manufacturer in Oxfordshire.

The role is responsible for establishing and maintaining an integrated Partner management system.

Some of the main tasks are to create transparency of all internal and external partners based onsite and the implementation of effective processes to control and support these partnerships including the measurement of their performance.

Key Accountabilities

* Steering of the Partner Management Board (organisation and moderation) and the Partner Steering Circle (leading)
* Develop a target picture regarding the number and level of the usage of contractors in the plant.
* Analysis of the legal framework for employing contractor companies.
* Deviation of areas of action and strategies regarding a change in the basic conditions for contractors onsite.
* Securing and adherence of the legal requirements to avoid any economic disadvantages for the business.
* Standardisation of the elements of the contracts between the contractors and the Company.
* Agreement of a steering methodology to measure the performance of the contractor (KPI`s).
* Support of the operation technology when recognising negative performance trends and escalation.
* Alignment and development of the tender process with the purchasing departments and the operating technology.
* Leading and implementation of projects to allocate and introduce a contractor company onsite.
* Provide a interface for the contractor to the existing organisation in the plant and secure a implementation in the communication and working organisation of the plant
* Create the transparency around all non TO functions onsite (umbrella model)
* Secure the existence of all required service level agreements with in the TO organisation
* Consult the technologies during the negotiation and updated process for the SLAs
* Benchmark the process to other plants and derive best practice
* Develop the service level agreements in a direction that all support functions to the target achievement

Qualifications and Skills:

* Able to work in matrix organisation, influencing others without having direct organisational responsibility.
* Understanding of the manufacturing process and technology interaction.
* Good understanding of the bigger picture within the business.
* Project management experience.
* Able to work competently with all standard IT tools in an office environment.
* Good communicator.
* Good network skills.
* German language would be beneficial

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.