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Title: Quality Engineer / Technician - Manufacturing Location: Lancashire Salary: £36,000 – £38,000 per annum Key Responsibilities: • Conduct in-process and final inspections of manufactured products, • Develop and implement inspection and test plans (ITPs), • Identify, document, and investigate non-conformances and quality issues, • Support root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), • Work closely with production and engineering teams to improve quality and reduce defects, • Ensure compliance with industry standards, quality systems, and health & safety requirements, • Maintain accurate quality records, reports, and documentation, • Assist with internal and external audits Requirements: • Previous experience in a QA/QC role within a manufacturing environment, • Strong understanding of quality standards (e.g. ISO 9001) and inspection techniques, • Experience using measuring equipment (e.g. calipers, micrometers, gauges), • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, • Good communication and teamwork skills, • Relevant technical qualification (HNC/HND or equivalent preferred)

Mechanical Design Engineer Burnley £36,000 - £43,000 (dependent on experience) Are you looking to accelerate your engineering career with a growing engineering company? This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a machinery manufacturer delivering large projects across the UK and internationally. This is an exciting, innovative role within a business that is entering a significant growth phase. You will be joining a forward-thinking engineering team and working in a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer position, designing machinery using SolidWorks and taking projects from concept through to build. Why join? • Brand-new purpose-built facility with modern offices and cutting-edge equipment, • Exposure to major engineering projects across multiple international locations, • Clear career development pathways from trainee through to lead and management roles, • Ongoing learning and training opportunities including courses and qualifications, • Growing organisation with a strong pipeline of long-term engineering projects Responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer: • Research and concept development through to detailed design, • Taking existing designs and adapting them into new machine formats, • Modifying and improving existing equipment and machinery, • Supporting the build and development of prototypes, • Designing fabricated components and assemblies in mild steel, • Working with hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical components, • Producing detailed drawings and documentation for manufacture Requirements of the Mechanical Design Engineer: • Engineering qualification HNC, HND, or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar, • Over 3 years’ experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer, • Background within heavy engineering or fabrication environments, • Strong equipment and machinery design experience, • Proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, Inventor also considered, • Good understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics, • Awareness of electrical components and interfaces Benefits of the Mechanical Design Engineer: • Bupa Private Healthcare, • Excellent pension scheme with 4% employee and 7% company contribution, • Electric Car Scheme, • Mental Health Support, • First Aid Support & Training, • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays If you are a Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a technically challenging role within a growing engineering business, please get in touch: Please contact Adele Lewis or click Apply Now. Call: 0151 209 2050 or 07537 163 611 Email:

Commissioning Engineer - Bespoke Machinery UK‑based | UK & International Travel | 4‑day working week Join a specialist engineering team commissioning advanced, bespoke automated machinery at factory and customer sites worldwide. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll bring complex machines to life and play a key role in successful customer handover. Why Join Our Client? • Work on custom, special‑purpose machinery, • Commission full systems – mechanical, electrical & software, • Travel in the UK & overseas (up to 25%), • Siemens PLCs, HMIs & drives (TIA Portal, S7‑1200/1500), • Collaborative, technically driven environment, • 4‑day working week What You’ll Do: • Commission and test bespoke machinery on‑site, • Fault‑find PLCs, HMIs and drive systems, • Support FAT & SAT activities, • Act as the technical face of the business on customer sites, • Produce commissioning reports and as‑built documentation What We’re Looking For: • Experience commissioning automated or special‑purpose machinery, • Strong Siemens controls knowledge, • Confident working at customer sites, • Willingness to travel, • Engineering qualification (apprenticeship / HNC / HND / degree) If you’re a hands‑on Commissioning Engineer who enjoys travel, problem‑solving and seeing machines go live, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or message for more details.

Based in Blackburn Shift work: 4 on 4 off days/nights, 12 hour shift 6am/6pm - 6pm/6am Although we have a 24/7 shift pattern there are no Saturday nights on schedule. Saturday day shift is only 8 hours, giving you more weekend time off compared to a normal 24/7 pattern! FMCG food manufacturing environment Duties Reporting to the shift Team Leader, you will work closely with the Factory Manager and Production Managers to ensure that machinery downtime is kept to a minimum and that all preventative maintenance is conducted in advance to avoid production disruption. • Work as part of a small team of multi-disciplined engineers, • Undertake PPM’s on equipment, • Action repairs and ensure all measures taken are recorded so recurrent faults can be recognised, • Liaise with the Engineering Manager and Senior Engineer to ensure the supply of appropriate parts, • Minimise the amount of downtime suffered by the site following machine breakdowns, • Continually develop your skills and knowledge, • Comply with all health, safety and environmental policies and procedures, • Champion H&S matters as delegated by the Engineering Manager, • Champion building maintenance as directed by the Engineering Manager, • Mentor and coach other engineers to deliver a quality service to production, • Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and practices Requirements • Strong Electrical and Mechanical knowledge and ability on Food processing machinery, • Process control knowledge., • Competent in building electrical control systems from switchgear through to software implementation., • Engineering apprenticeship and associated qualifications such as BTEC ONC, HNC, HND in Electrical Engineering is essential, • Ideally, IEE qualification up to 18th edition Wiring Regulations, • Have a proven track record in an Engineering and fault-finding role gained from within a FMCG environment., • Have a good understanding of HACCP, COSHH and GMP principles, • You will also possess excellent communication skills, demonstrate assertiveness and decision-making skills and have a positive attitude to your work., • Drive Root Cause Analysis and strive to prevent re-occurrence with counter measures., • Multi-skilled in both electrical and mechanical engineering, • PLC fault finding., • CMMS experience and knowledge., • Ability to deploy and execute the preventative maintenance strategy for the site., • Driven to deliver solutions, ideas and innovations in a positive and pragmatic way, • Passionate about quality and best practice whilst driving continuous improvement, • Working knowledge of internal H&S audits and processes About Pets Choice: We are one of the fastest growing Pet Food Manufacturers in the UK and home to leading FMCG Pet Brands such as Webbox, Felight, Bob Martin, Meatiful and Vet’s Kitchen. Our products range from food, treats, toys, accessories and healthcare for pets and small animals. We manufacture and supply several channels including Grocery, Discounter, Wholesale, High Street Retail, eCommerce, Pet Specialist and Export markets. We are going through continuous and sustainable growth and looking to add to our already amazing teams to be the best we can, and to become the leading business in the pet world! Make Pets Choice, Your Choice.

Are you a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer looking to progress within a fast paced manufacturing environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, growing business offering long term career prospects, technical development and strong job security. Location: Haslingden Salary: £45,000-£49,200 + Overtime (x1.5) Shifts: Days-only Panama shift - 7am to 7pm The Opportunity You'll be a key part of a high performing Engineering team, ensuring machinery runs reliably and efficiently across a busy production facility. With a major focus on breakdown response, fault finding and reliability improvement, this role offers genuine variety and the chance to work across the full engineering life cycle - from installation and commissioning to reactive and preventative maintenance. What You'll Be Doing • Respond to electrical and mechanical breakdowns to keep production moving., • Conduct advanced diagnostics on high speed packaging and processing machinery., • Deliver high quality reactive maintenance with a strong focus on safety and engineering excellence., • Carry out root cause analysis and implement long term corrective solutions., • Support and contribute to planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities., • Work closely with Production to minimise downtime and meet agreed targets., • Accurately log all breakdowns, repairs and corrective actions in the maintenance system., • Champion safe working practices and site engineering standards., • Get involved in continuous improvement projects aimed at boosting OEE and equipment reliability., • Provide technical support and guidance to Apprentices during maintenance and breakdowns. About You • Ideally 5+ years in an FMCG or fast paced manufacturing environment., • Strong electrical & mechanical fault finding skills., • HNC/HND desirable but not essential., • Proactive, self motivated and resilient with a can do attitude., • Confident communicator who works well under pressure., • Flexible with shift patterns, including weekends/bank holidays. What's On Offer • £45,000-£49,500 basic salary, • Overtime paid at 1.5x, • Life Insurance, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), • Employee Referral Scheme, • Long term job stability within a secure, expanding manufacturing business Interested? Click the link to apply. Alternatively, if you know someone who'd be a great fit, we offer £200 for successfully placed referrals. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates JTRA1_UKTJ

Commissioning Engineer - Bespoke Machinery UK-based | UK & International Travel | 4-day working week Join a specialist engineering team commissioning advanced, bespoke automated machinery at factory and customer sites worldwide. This is a hands-on role where you'll bring complex machines to life and play a key role in successful customer handover. Why Join Our Client? • Work on custom, special-purpose machinery, • Commission full systems - mechanical, electrical & software, • Travel in the UK & overseas (up to 25%), • Siemens PLCs, HMIs & drives (TIA Portal, S7-1200/1500), • Collaborative, technically driven environment, • Commission and test bespoke machinery on-site, • Fault-find PLCs, HMIs and drive systems, • Support FAT & SAT activities, • Act as the technical face of the business on customer sites, • Experience commissioning automated or special-purpose machinery, • Strong Siemens controls knowledge, • Confident working at customer sites, • Willingness to travel Apply now or message for more details. JTRA1_UKTJ

Senior Electrical Design Engineer 4 vacancies £47.12 per hour Umbrella on a 12 month contract. Supporting Eurofighter Typhoon 2 days a week onsite in Samlesbury or Prestwick with extra flexibility dependent on programme workload. As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer you will be part of a team producing the physical product definition to satisfy a set of multidisciplinary system functional requirements, taking account of safety, cost, manufacturing, in-service support and other considerations. Your engineering capabilities will be developed across a range of design skills and product lifecycle stages, working both in a model-based and 2D drawing engineering environment centred on Catia V5. Typically your design capabilities will be developed using: The CATIA V5 Electrical 3D & 2D Design Toolset in the design installation of electrical equipment, routing of electrical harnesses, incorporating support structure and physical separation requirements, taking account of system performance, system safety, system redundancy as well as cost and through-life considerations. A key aspect of the roles is to demonstrate compliance with functional requirements, including zonal safety analysis in a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment. Core Duties (GTI Description) Typical duties include (but are not limited to): (suggested 5-10 bullets/statements, indicative of the role at this level) Working closely with other engineering disciplines and functions, supplier and customer areas, fostering a team-working and collaborative product development environment. Producing and issuing Airframe engineering design data to meet project requirements, in line with design standards, whilst maintaining quality, cost and schedule adherence. Verifying design data prior to a formal independent check criteria to ensure compliance with project standards. Identifying project technical risks and opportunities, and where appropriate propose mitigation plans. Supporting all aspects of personal and professional development for yourself and, where appropriate, others in your team. Evaluating and resolving design queries, and supporting the generation of resulting modifications and changes. Supporting the definition and resource planning of design workload delivery. Safety: (For an individual contributor – include the statement below) The role holder is responsible for taking reasonable care of their own health and safety ensuring high standards for safety, health and environment (SHE) in our organisation are maintained. This includes co-operating and following all reasonable instruction, information and training reporting work-related hazards or incidents and using all equipment for the purpose intended. More detailed responsibilities are captured within the Company Health & Safety Policy (759/OF/016) and the Company Environmental Policy (759/OF/029). Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications (GTI Qualification requirements) Knowledge: (Recommended max 5 bullets/statements) Experience in an Airframe Design role, or equivalent ‘near-neighbour' disciplines. Experience of operating in an airframe design role, or equivalent in one or more phases of the product lifecycle. Awareness of product lifecycle requirements and the importance of governance to product integrity. Skills: (Recommended max 5 /statements) Proficiency in a CAD system, typically CATIA V5 or equivalent toolset, with experience in a PLM system. Experience of working in a multidisciplinary integrated product development environment, influencing adjacent disciplines. Experience of working with external customers, suppliers and partners. Experience of managing Design tasks to meet engineering design requirements and programme requirements. Experience in leading and guiding other Design staff. Experience in holding a design check signature. Qualifications: (Specify only as appropriate, or say ‘none specified.' Where a qualification is listed, please indicate whether it is ‘Expected or Preferred.') Degree or HNC/HND or equivalent qualification. JTRA1_UKTJ

Due to continued business growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Design Engineer to join a leading global business in the Blackburn area The role will involve design and development of components used in a range of sectors including Nuclear, Offshore, Oil and Gas and Subsea applications. This is a full time permanent opportunity with an industry leader in their field. Candidates will be qualified to a minimum HND if not degree level in a relevant Mechanical engineering discipline with a demonstrable background in design and development of mechanical products. Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Vault is a must. Hours 4 day working week Key Responsibilities • Using 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor) to design and develop new products from concept to completion, • Updating existing products to improve quality or to take advantage of modern manufacturing methods, • Liaise with customers to discuss new enquiries, • Represent the company during customer visits or at trade shows, • Ensure designs are validated using engineering calculations and FEA, • Produce manufacturing drawings of components and assemblies, • Peer checking of work done by colleagues, • Produce supporting documentation including assem...

QA Engineer / Technician – Manufacturing Location: Lancashire Salary: £36,000 – £38,000 per annum We are seeking a detail-oriented QA Engineer/Technician to join our manufacturing team in Lancashire. This role is critical in ensuring that products meet quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements throughout the production process. Key Responsibilities: Conduct in-process and final inspections of manufactured products Develop and implement inspection and test plans (ITPs) Identify, document, and investigate non-conformances and quality issues Support root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Work closely with production and engineering teams to improve quality and reduce defects Ensure compliance with industry standards, quality systems, and health & safety requirements Maintain accurate quality records, reports, and documentation Assist with internal and external audits Requirements: Previous experience in a QA/QC role within a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of quality standards (e.g. ISO 9001) and inspection techniques Experience using measuring equipment (e.g. calipers, micrometers, gauges) Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Good communication and teamwork skills Relevant technical qualification (HNC/HND or ...

Asbestos Sample technician Are you looking to begin a career in the Environmental Science industry? Are you a graduate with a science-based degree? Summary of duties for Asbestos Sample technician to include but not limited to: • laboratory focused duties, including sample management & preparation and analysis of samples in adherence to strict analytical and quality standards., • Perform analysis using microscopes or SEM, • Data entry of all results collected from analysis carried out., • Formulating and writing asbestos analysis reports, • Responsible for the efficiency and output of the laboratory, • Laboratory housekeeping cleaning and maintaining stock levels Requirementsto be Asbestos Sample technician • Experience / knowledge of working with microscopes or Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), is essential., • Previous experience of working in an accredited laboratory, • Qualification: Scientific/Maths A-levels or HND or Degree in a science discipline, • Ability to manage own load, work under pressure and to multiple deadlines, • You will need to be pro-active, have excellent eyesight and be of calm and patient nature with ability to analytical problem solve., • You will need to be IT literate and have e...

Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: This role is part of our Saab Seaeye Business Unit in Fareham. The role will aim to provide Production Engineering support for the final assembly and testing of remotely operated vehicles and systems, with a focus on clear, standardised process documentation. In addition, ensure appropriate production processes, equipment, and facilities are in place to safely and consistently manufacture products to meet cost, time, and quality requirements. Key Responsibilities: * Conduct an analysis of current SOPs in the integration department to identify gaps, outdated procedures and areas for improvement. * Standardise process and procedures across the department to ensure consistency, reduce variation, and enhance cross-departmental collaboration. * Own, document and train others on manufacturing process and standards. * Attend SQCDP meetings and support a hands-on problem solving approach with Area Team Leader and Quality Engineering to achieve OTD and right first time objectives. * Assess compliance and adhere to safety/quality standards. * Providing technical support for production and production control. * Developing, optimising and implementing factory floor layouts/production cells. * Analyse data to drive continuous improvement of processes and workflows. Skills and Experience: * Multi-disciplined senior engineer with an electrical bias and experience in test, pre-commissioning, and fault finding. * Background in low-volume, one-off engineered products and systems; ideal for Production, Project, or Delivery Engineers. * Strong mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering knowledge, especially for complex assemblies like ROVs. * Troubleshooting: Technical problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve production issues. * Minimum qualifications HNC/HND, Bachelor's degree or relevant experience preferably in Electrical, Mechanical, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. * Hands-on production support experience in assembly, testing, and quality control. * Relevant certifications (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt) are a plus; familiarity with hydraulics is also beneficial. Support and training is available for Working with Electrics, High Voltages, and Hydraulics. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Due to continued business growth, we are looking to recruit an number of experienced Design Engineers to join a leading global business in the Burnley area The role will involve design and development of capital equipment used in the packaging industry. This is a full time permanent opportunity with an industry leader in their field. Candidates will ideally be qualified to a minimum HND if not degree level in a relevant Mechanical engineering discipline with a demonstrable background in design and development of mechanical products. Experience with Autocad 2D and Solidworks are a must for this Experience in design using Sheet metal would be advantageous Hours – 5 days on site – flexible start/finish times available Key Responsibilities * Produce complete detail drawings of components from new designs and/or from previous customer repeat/duplicate designs. Complete AutoCAD / SolidWorks detail drawings under direction of Senior Engineers. * Construct full (BOM)’s Bills of Material on drawings and electronically via engineering software. * Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment. * Lay out and draw schematic, orthographic, or angle views to depict functional relationships of components, assemblies, systems, and machines. * Coordinate with and consult other workers to design, lay-out, or detail components an...

Maintenance Shift Engineer Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below. Preston, Lancashire £46,000 + £6,500 shift allowance TXM Recruit is partnering with a prominent automation and intralogistics company to hire a skilled Maintenance Engineer for their automated site in Preston. These roles involve maintaining and optimizing state-of-the-art machinery to ensure seamless operations at the distribution facility. Shift Pattern • Schedule: Panama shifts, • Perform mechanical disassembly and reassembly tasks, basic field wiring, equipment calibration, and system testing., • Efficiently manage time using CMMS, aiming for over 90% utilization., • Complete reactive repairs within set timeframes to minimize downtime., • Conduct servicing and repairs of installed products, taking hands-on ownership of issues to achieve swift resolutions., • Interpret electrical schematics and work confidently with 415V motor controls., • Prioritize health and safety by conducting thorough risk assessments., • Demonstrate strong mechanical skills, including the ability to read and follow assembly drawings., • Follow setup instructions, assembly guides, and checklists with precision., • Display exceptional attention to detail and follow-up capabilities., • Understand and work with control systems., • Qualification at NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 in Electro-Mechanical Engineering or a related field., • Familiarity with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods and technologies., • Knowledge of PLC systems and their functionality., • Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics is an advantage., • Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office applications., • Experience using CMMS systems and managing engineering inventory., • Mechanical aptitude, including the ability to disassemble and reassemble equipment using technical diagrams., • Familiarity with 415V motor controls and understanding of PLC systems., • Awareness of health and safety standards, including conducting risk assessments., • Customer-oriented approach with effective communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels., • Employer pension contributions of up to 6%., • Comprehensive private healthcare coverage, including optical, dental, and hearing benefits., • Life insurance for added financial security., • Health care cashback scheme, covering private medical excess costs., • Access to a benefits portal offering lifestyle discounts and training resources., • Employee assistance program for personal and professional support., • Ride-to-Work scheme to promote sustainable commuting., • Referral program with rewards for recommending new hires.

Student Support Lecturer (HND Business). To support students academically and pastorally so they can successfully complete their HND Business programme.

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