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A well-established and highly respected manufacturer of plastic products is looking to appoint an experienced Design & Tooling Manager due to an upcoming retirement. The company offers a complete end-to-end service, supporting customers from concept and design through to full-scale manufacture. Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with the Manufacturing Manager, you will play a key role within the business. Acting as the primary technical contact for new customers, you will transform ideas into manufacturable products - managing projects from initial enquiry through design, tooling, and into production. Up to £60,000 | Hybrid / WFH / Remote considered This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys ownership, customer interaction, and seeing projects through from idea to finished product within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. As the Design and Tooling Manager, your duties will include: • Manage projects from concept through to approved production parts, • Prepare accurate and competitive quotations for tooling, design, 3D printing, and unit costs, • Advise customers on design for manufacture to ensure efficient, high-quality production, • Design plastic components suitable for injection moulding, • Liaise with UK and overseas toolmakers and material suppliers, • Support and mentor the in-house Toolroom team, • Work closely with Quality on tooling and design improvements, • Proven experience in plastic injection mould tool design, • Strong hands-on toolmaking background, • Proficient in SolidWorks, • Excellent communication and customer-facing skills ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Kitchen Designer - Alton, Hampshire Market Leading Brand Clear Development / Progression Routes £28,000 - £30,000 basic OTE £40,000 + Sales Incentives Hours: 40 per week (No late nights or Sundays) Already an established Kitchen Designer? In sales within a customer facing role? Full training & Induction in kitchen design given. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced kitchen designer to join a market leading business with an incredible reputation as one of the best companies to work for! Following another year of incredible results in a really tough climate, they are now entering into another exciting period of growth and grabbing more market share which means there is an exciting opportunity for an experienced kitchen designer or sales led / customer focussed individual to join their business to help meet increased demand. Finding the right person is so important therefore, we are looking for someone who can fit into our fun and friendly team but can also focus on the job at hand by building relationships with customers in the local area and share your passion for design and outstanding service to convert a busy lead bank into sales. A friendly and professional manner is needed when it comes to welcoming customers into the branch and at their homes. Your ability to listen and understand the customers’ needs is essential as it will result in you offering advice and product recommendations to design and measure their dream kitchen. Your enthusiasm and skills will close the sale and complete the project and, last but not least, your attention to detail and willingness to succeed will ensure the customers are satisfied throughout the whole project through to completion. Your Skills & Unique Attributes You must have previous sales experience working within a kitchen, bathroom, bedroom or furniture sales / design environment where you have nurtured your customer's desire to design, furthered by your technical knowledge whilst delivering a fantastic and memorable experience for the customer. You will be organised, have excellent communication and time management skills along with the drive and ambition to succeed. You will thrive in a team environment and be keen to bring your initiative and creativity to the role while being able to work effectively and efficiently to targets and achieve successful sales. ABOUT US This role is being handled by Venture Recruitment, a specialist Trade, Retail and KBB recruitment consultancy covering the whole of the UK. Working in partnership with Venture Recruitment will mean working with experienced sector specialists committed to ensuring a first class service. We work with some of the UK’s biggest and most progressive companies so please apply today to find out how we can support you with your next career move.

A well-established and highly respected manufacturer of plastic products is looking to appoint an experienced Design & Tooling Manager due to an upcoming retirement. The company offers a complete end-to-end service, supporting customers from concept and design through to full-scale manufacture. Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with the Manufacturing Manager, you will play a key role within the business. Acting as the primary technical contact for new customers, you will transform ideas into manufacturable products - managing projects from initial enquiry through design, tooling, and into production. Up to £60,000 | Hybrid / WFH / Remote considered This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys ownership, customer interaction, and seeing projects through from idea to finished product within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. As the Design and Tooling Manager, your duties will include: Manage projects from concept through to approved production parts Prepare accurate and competitive quotations for tooling, design, 3D printing, and unit costs Advise customers on design for manufacture to ensure efficient, high-quality production Design plastic components suitable for injection moulding Liaise with UK and overseas toolmakers and material suppliers Support and mentor the in-house Toolroom team Work closely with Quality on tooling and design improvements Visit customers and develop strong working relationshipsTo be successful in the role of Design & Tooling Manager, you will have: Proven experience in plastic injection mould tool design Strong hands-on toolmaking background Proficient in SolidWorks Excellent communication and customer-facing skills Commercially aware with strong project and cost management abilityIf you're a driven Tool Designer looking to take ownership of projects and play a key role in a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now! ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity

Kitchen Designer Location: Oxfordshire Salary: Up to £35,000 DOE + uncapped commission Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent About the Client KBB Recruitment are representing a well-established, high-end, family-run KBB and home interiors business, founded in 1978. Originally specialising in luxury bespoke kitchens and bathrooms, the company has expanded over the last four decades to include bedroom and office furniture, extensions, renovations, full home refurbishments, and new build homes across Oxfordshire and surrounding areas. This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable business known for exceptional craftsmanship, attention to detail, and outstanding customer aftercare. About the Role This role offers the successful candidate the chance to design and deliver luxury bespoke kitchen projects, guiding clients through their renovation journey from initial consultation to final installation. You will play a key part in bringing clients’ visions to life while upholding the company’s high standards of quality and service. Key Responsibilities: Conduct client consultations to understand design briefs, lifestyle requirements, and budgets Carry out on-site surveys and review architect drawings Produce creative and technically accurate kitchen designs using CAD software Present designs, quotations, and specifications to clients in the showroom Manage projects from concept to completion, liaising with in-house trades, designers, and project managers Ensure all designs comply with building regulations and technical requirements Achieve and exceed agreed sales targets Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain strong client relationships Requirements / Skills: Proven experience as a Kitchen Designer within the KBB industry Strong design and space-planning skills Experience using CAD software (e.g., Winner, Virtual Worlds) Excellent communication and presentation skills Strong consultative sales ability Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Full UK driving licence What’s on Offer: Uncapped commission / bonus structure Ongoing professional development Opportunity to work within a respected, family-run business with over 40 years’ experience Full building and installation support from an in-house team Working hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00am – 5:30pm; Sat: 9:00am – 5:00pm on a rota basis with a day off in lieu for Saturdays worked How to Apply To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering note to or contact Amber on (phone number removed) . KBB Recruitment are acting as the employment agency for this position