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How would you like to work for the largest online retailer in their warehouse based in Peterborough??

We are hiring Warehouse Operatives to join this exciting rapidly growing company who strive to be the world’s most customer centric company. 

Working in the warehouse you will be at the heart of the operation and a key member of the team responsible for getting customers what they want when they want it.

If you want to work somewhere where people work hard and have fun this role could be for you.  

What’s included?

• £8 per hour, plus £1.76 night shift allowance (where applicable)
• Overtime between 40 and 50 hours @ £12 per hour and over 50 hours @ £16 per hour plus £1.76 shift allowance (where applicable)

Other Benefits:

• Fixed shift patterns so you always know when you’ll be working weekdays, weekends, full time or part time (where applicable) day shifts and night shifts
• Full training provided on site
• Free hot drinks and 3 canteens providing hot meals
• Free car parking on site and subsidised transport from surrounding towns

Successful candidates will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast paced environment.  There is also the potential for a permanent role for the right candidate.

Due to our clients continued success they’re currently looking for a Marketing Manager who can come on board to manage their ever growing team based in Witchford, Ely, Cambridgeshire.

The Role

Effective management of the marketing, advertising and promotional activities of the organization to further benefit the company’s reputation. In addition to this you will monitor the industry to indicate areas where the company can develop further with current trends.

Main Responsibilities:

•  Proven experience of managing social media; delivering marketing campaigns and be able to demonstrate your success
• Coordinate time management and task priorities across the Marketing department
• Help with the development of website design
• Develop and implement marketing plans and projects for new and existing products
• Help with the production and editing of Company video and photography
• Conduct market research to determine market requirements for existing and future products
• Analysis of customer research, current market conditions and competitor information
• Maintain social media and web properties
• Prepare and present monthly social media and web traffic reports
• Provide sales team with mail shots and follow up with mail shot reports
• Manage the productivity of the marketing plans and projects
• Monitor, review and report on all marketing activity and results
• Deliver marketing activity within agreed budget
• Work closely with customers to help develop marketing material
• Liaise with reps in regards to brand, marketing and material needs
• Liaise with outside contractors and printers
• Monitor industry best practices
• Ensure all creative input and customers marketing adhere to brand guidelines and prices

Requirements

• Marketing CIM Diploma
• Excellent IT skills
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Strong creative outlook
• Work to tight deadlines
• Great story teller
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• An understanding of the latest trends and their role within a commercial environment
• Professional approach to time, costs and deadlines

Our Client, one of the region’s most advanced engineering companies, is currently looking for a night-shift CNC machinist to join their experienced team. The candidate will be tasked with providing support to their setters, managing workflow and ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently.

You will be working as part of the production team and your main duties will be to program, set and operate new and repeat jobs on their CNC machining centres. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working within a fast-paced, rapidly growing business.

Working hours: 08.00 – 17.00 Monday to Thursday and Friday 08.00 – 14.00

Job duties:

• Setting conventional CNC milling machines, following correct company procedures and methods to maintain consistency
• Operating conventional CNC milling machines, following correct company procedures and methods to maintain consistency
• Machine components to a very high standard and be responsible for own quality
• Identify best suited tooling and manufacturing methods
• Minimise setup and run times whilst maintaining a high standard of quality
• Train and assist other team members whenever required
• Maximise workflow on multiple machines
• Ensure programs, tooling and fixtures are saved and stored for future identification
• Adhere to site Health and Safety standards at all times
• Maintain a clean working environment, work in a safe and professional manner at all times
• Contribute to continuous improvement of plant efficiencies and performance.
• Any other general duties as required

Skills and Experience required:

• Able to interpret detailed engineering drawings
• Competent in the use of hand held measuring equipment
• Basic IT skills
• CAD/CAM software knowledge
• DNC software knowledge
• Apprenticeship trained or experienced in CNC machining
• Competent use of Fanuc / Haas control
• Good understanding of G and M code programming
• Experience with 4th axis machining
• Basic appreciation and understanding of other processes for example anodising, heat treatment, painting, milling, grinding
• Knowledge of machining materials such as stainless steels, steels, aluminium, brass, copper and various plastics
• Capable of providing accurate and consistent data to support Short Interval Control of equipment performance.
• Capable of contributing to root cause analysis and front-line problem solving, to support continuous improvement of plant performance.

Desirable but not essential:

• Experience with using shadow graph style measuring equipment
• Basic use of 3D Software (Solidworks)
• Experience of Lean Manufacturing principles and practices and ability to apply Lean tools and techniques (5S, OEE measurement, quick kaizen, identification and elimination of wastes).

Our client one of the regions most advanced engineering companies is currently looking for a Milling Setter Operator to join their busy night shift team based in Witchford, just outside Ely, Cambridgeshire.

The role

Working with the production team you will be responsible for setting and operating CNC milling machines to manufacture precision metal and plastic components ensuring quality standards are met to meet the customer's requirements.

Main Responsibilities:

• Setting conventional  CNC milling machines, following correct company procedures and methods to maintain consistency
• Operating conventional  CNC milling machines, following correct company procedures and methods to maintain consistency
• Machine components to a very high standard and be responsible for own quality
• Identify best suited tooling and manufacturing methods
• Minimise setup and run times whilst maintaining a high standard of quality
• Train and assist other team members whenever required
• Maximise workflow on multiple machines
• Ensure programs, tooling and fixtures are saved and stored for future identification
• Adhere to site Health and Safety standards at all times
• Maintain a clean working environment, work in a safe and professional manner at all times
• Contribute to continuous improvement of plant efficiencies and performance.

Requirements:

• Able to interpret detailed engineering drawings
• Competent in the use of hand held measuring equipment
• Basic IT skills
• CAD/CAM software knowledge
• DNC software knowledge
• Apprenticeship trained or experienced in CNC machining
• Competent use of Fanuc  / Haas control
• Good understanding of G and M code programming
• Experience with 4th axis machining
• Basic appreciation and understanding of other processes for example anodising,  heat treatment, painting, milling, grinding
• Knowledge of machining materials such as stainless steels, steels, aluminium, brass, copper and various plastics
• Capable of providing accurate and consistent data to support Short Interval Control of equipment performance.
• Capable of contributing to root cause analysis and front-line problem solving, to support continuous improvement of plant performance.

Desirable but not essential

• Experience with using shadow graph style measuring equipment
• Basic use of 3D Software (Solidworks)
• Experience of Lean Manufacturing principles and practices and ability to apply Lean tools and techniques

Hours: Nights Mon – Wed 16.45 – 4.45 and Thurs 16.45 – 22.45

Mould Shop Operative

Our client based just outside of Ely is looking for a Mould-shop Operative to start with them ASAP. The job will involve operating a moulding machine in order to produce plastic moulds. For the ideal candidate, this is a temporary - permanent vacancy. Minimal experience required!

6am - 2pm/ 2pm - 12am, rotating weeks.

Pay-rate is dependent on age. There will also be a 15% shift bonus.

Key Skills

• Experience in machine operation would be beneficial but is not necessary.
• Experience working in a warehouse/ factory environment would be beneficial but is not necessary.
• Physically fit as th job will require some heavy lifting
• Ability to work to given timescales
• Ability to work as a team as well as your own initiative.

Our Client, a national leader in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry, is looking for a Sales Advisor to join their team.

The successful candidate must be keen to learn and will be expected to assist the Branch Manager in generating sales and raising quotes for customers.

Your main duties will include:

• To raise and manage customer credits & warranty claims
• To help with all administration duties
• To build rapport with current customers to increase future sales.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills & experience:

• Ability to work under pressure during busy periods
• Good organisation skills and telephone manner
• To be able to think on your feet and make good decisions for the business

Our client based in Cambridge is looking for van driver to join their team.

The successful candidate is expected to ensure customers receive a fast and efficient response to distribution enquiries, building customer loyalty and enhancing the company’s reputation for service.

Your main duties will include:

• Deliveries

• Daily vehicle checks

• Dealing with trade counter customers

• Goods inwards, picking, packing, loading and off-loading vehicles

The ideal Driver will hold the following skills and experiences:

• Ability to operate a forklift truck is desirable, but not essential; training will be given

• Familiarity with computerised despatch systems would be an advantage

• You would need to enjoy working as part of a team

• Effective communication skills

Maintenance Engineer

Our client, a world class provider of subsea technologies and services to the global offshore energy industry are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their busy team based in Littleport, just outside Ely, Cambridgeshire. 

The Role

Working within the Maintenance department which is responsible for ensuring all work undertaken maintains an acceptable level of quality ensuring manufacturing efficiency is maintained.  You will be responsible for ensuring all machinery and plant are maintained in accordance with the planned maintenance schedule as well as the covering of breakdowns and modifications to equipment.

Main Responsibilities:

Planned preventative maintenance

Mechanical and electrical breakdown repairs

General Engineering practice

Health and safety and environmental control

Key Attributes

Ability to investigate, analyse and problem solve complex engineering issues

Excellent timekeeping and attendance

good work ethic and attitude with a drive to succeed

Requirements

Possess essential PLC skills to fault finding and diagnostics level

Ability to implement new processes and run a preventative planned maintenance system.

Experience of the maintenance and repair of both electrical and mechanical machines and systems and general workshop equipment including lathes, drills and welding equipment. 

Qualifications

Electrical / mechanical engineering qualification to HNC/HND level

17^th Edition wiring regulations

Recognised qualification for welding & fabrication

This position is on a 24/4 rotating shift pattern of days and nights Monday to Thursday.

Competitive salary including shift allowance.  Great benefits package and learning and development scheme.  

Our client is a global optical technologies company who manufacture innovative photonics products to help with manufacturing & research across the world. They’re currently looking for a Trainee Welder/Fabricator to join their ranks.

We are looking for an enthusiastic & practical individual who is looking to start their career within this business. The successful applicant will be flexible and have a positive “can-do” attitude.

Main Duties for this role include:

• Trained to run a range of fabrication and welding processes to improve quality and output of products.
• Work with other departments to develop in house programs to make the team efficient.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• High level of mechanical aptitude & practical skills
• Attention to detail and maintain focus
• Use initiative to problem solve

Desirable but not essential:

• Experience of 5S workplace programs
• Knowledge and understanding of jigs, fixtures and SOPs

There are numerous career development opportunities for you within this business as they continue to grow year on year.  In addition to training and development, benefits include contributed pension scheme, Life Cover, Income Protection and Health Care.

Hours: 7:30 – 16:30pm Monday-Thursday, 7:30 – 12:30pm Fridays