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Electrode Processing Operator
Temporary – Permanent

Working times: 8.30am – 4.30pm
Working as part of a small team in the electrode processing department using lathes, cutting machines, small furnaces and some automated equipment to process the electrodes. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join a well-established company specialising in laser and EPL Flashlamps.

Duties will include

• TIG welding tungsten components on a lathe
• Brazing tungsten components in furnaces
• Laser marking electrodes
• Cutting tungsten rods
• Manually cleaning components with abrasive papers
• Processing electrodes with high vacuum equipment
• Working accurately to drawings, checking and inspecting parts during manufacturing run and following procedures
• Check and Maintain machinery daily
• Carry out stock checks of raw materials
• Communicating with internal customers
• Working to the agreed delivery schedule
• Keep work area clean and tidy

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings
• A keen eye for detail
• An analytical mind-set
• Excellent communication skills
• Keen to learn and take on responsibilities and willing to cross train in other departments
• Previous CNC experience would be an advantage but training will be given

Finishing Department Operator
Temporary - Permanent

Working times: 8.30am – 4.30pm

Working as part of a small team in the Finishing department using lathes, small gas torches, cutting and crimping machines, grinding wheels, plating bath and small tools to complete the process on the lamps. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join a well-established company specialising in laser and EPL Flashlamps.

Duties will include

• Brazing lead wires to the lamps with silver and soft solder and a small gas torch
• RF Brazing connectors to lamps
• Cutting tungsten wires on the cutting machine
• Manually cleaning components with abrasive and buffing wheels
• Nickel plating using the plating bath
• Cutting and cleaning tungsten wires
• Using some automated equipment
• Working accurately to drawings, checking and inspecting parts during manufacturing run and following procedures
• Responsible for own work, checking documentation before starting and signing off works orders after completion
• Check and maintain machinery daily
• Working to minimise waste and maximise productivity and efficiency
• Working to the agreed delivery schedule
• Communicating with internal customers
• Carry out stock checks of raw materials
• General department duties and to keep area clean, tidy and presentable
Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings
• A keen eye for detail and results-driven approach
• An analytical mind-set and organizational skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and self-motivated
• Keen to learn and take on responsibilities and willing to cross-train in other departments

We have an exciting opportunity to join our client who has a brand new project coming up due to their imminent expansion.

We are currently looking for a number of forklift drivers to facilitate the loading, unloading and storing of customers goods. The successful candidates must ensure all procedures are performed accurately and safely due to the sensitivity of our client’s products.

 Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Carry out the movement of goods using forklift trucks efficiently and effectively.
• Work with a Bar code scanning system ensuring products are accurately stored.
• Effectively use the warehouse floor space to maximise capacity of storage
• Display a can-do attitude with a tendency of getting it right first time.
• Taking ownership of problems that may arise with a plan to tackle them as deemed appropriate by the business.

Additional skills

• Forklift truck certificate with a specialism in Bendi trucks
• Experience in a busy warehouse operation
• Experience in manual handling and goods in/out
• Ability to prioritise workload

Our Client, based in Ely is a well established international organisation specializing in the photonics technologies industry.  For this role, you will be one of a group of Team Leaders working within the production team of the Business Unit responsible for the design and manufacture of a wide range of high precision motion control mechanical stages and associated control electronics. 

As Team Leader you will be responsible for over-seeing your assembly team and be up to speed on exactly what the assembly team are doing and the shift WIP at any time.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure the assembly team are working to relevant Health & Safety standards including PPE requirements and safe working practices
• Deal with all staff issues as they happen
• Participate in daily production meetings to discuss resource plan and any potential issues
• Implement daily production plan provided by the planning team
• Daily communication with all team members to assess possible throughput both by the individual assembler and team wide.
• Ensure any production flow issues are quickly identified and escalated to the Production Manager for same day fix
• Identify any issues that arise from the daily plan and ensure solutions are put in place for the next shift and are communicated effectively
• Ensure all shift SOP changes are added to the SharePoint system before the end of the shift
• Ensure that all rejected parts are out of the production areas by the end of the shift
• Ensure that any short kits are returned to stores by the end of the shift
• Monitor 5S activities to ensure that they are happening and that all tools and jigs are in the correct place

Desirable skills and knowledge:

Previous experience at supervisory/team leader level

Knowledge of Mechanical Manufacturing assembly techniques with the ability to interpret mechanical / engineering and assembly drawings

A positive attitude with a desire for continuous improvement

A flexible approach to work requests – prepared to go the extra mile to get the job done

Experience with windows including PC based firmware programming equipment/techniques

If you have any further questions please don't hesistate to call Kurtis on 01353 664200

We have an exciting opportunity for a junior painter and decorator to join our client’s team. You’ll need to be a forward thinking reliable person who can work on their own initiative. Due to working with the general public you’ll need to be approachable, friendly and with an excellent customer service and can do attitude.

Other skills that would be advantageous but not essential:

• Minor Plumbing
• Carpentry
• Gardening and Fencing
• Plastering
• Tiling

Must have a full driving licence.

Immediate start for the right person – rate of pay will be negotiable depending on experience

If you have any questions please call Kurtis on 01353 664200

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our client who has more than 30 years' experience in manufacturing and supplying high purity solvents, acids, reagents and reference materials as a Laboratory Assistant.

The main function of this role is to manufacture various product ranges, assist with the development of new products, analytical techniques and methods. You will liaise with other departments to ensure the correct support is offered when required.

We are looking for candidates who can:

• Assist with the manufacture of specialised product ranges
• Operate all equipment safely and efficiently
• Establish and maintain product records for all specified products and development projects.
• Conduct laboratory work required for product development
• Maintain work area in a safe, clean and tidy manner.
• Ensure necessary standards are maintained in line with all relevant safety, quality and environmental policies.

If you have any questions, please call Kurtis on 01353 664200

Returns Administrator

Salary: £16,500 - £17,500

If you enjoy working in a busy and technical environment and are excited about the prospect of joining a long established company within the automotive aftermarket industry, then we want to hear from you.

Our client is one of the UK's leading providers of remanufactured engines, reman turbos, cylinder heads and gearboxes. 

The ‘Returns Administrator’ key duties are to:

• Arrange core collection and transport of new units to and from customers and suppliers both in the UK and into Europe;
• Assist with the checking and quantifying of supplier, customer and courier invoices and credits;
• Liaise with couriers and customers whilst providing a high level of customer service;
• Assist with checking core returns;
• Provide holiday cover within the department as and when required.

Ideally the successful candidate for the role will:

• Have experience of using Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook) and Sage 200, although not essential as full in-house training will be provided;
• Have excellent communication and customer service skills;
• Possess a positive attitude and display the ability to identify solutions to problems.

Working hours will be Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5pm, free parking provided on-site

Due to site relocation our client based in Mepal has an exciting opportunity for a high performing Warehouse Manager to run their warehouse operation.

We’re looking for individuals with a proven history of warehouse management and experience of leading a team.

The successful applicant will have full accountability of the warehouse and will have the opportunity to grow with this expanding company.

Key Responsibilities           

• Liaising with customers and internal departments
• Ensuring quality objectives and delivery deadlines are met
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety legislations
• Develop employees to create a high-performance team ensuring further succession

Require Skills

• Ability to motivate & inspire others
• A desire for continuous improvement
• Must be able to multitask effectively keeping priorities at the forefront of your attention
• An interest in livestock

Due to our Client's rapid growth, a position has become available for a Stores Person/Driver based in Ely to work in their busy stores department and to be a major part of transfers between 2 production sites.

The main function of the role is to ensure the smooth running of the stores department.  Although this will be the successful candidate’s main priority, absolute flexibility to undertake tasks outside of the stores department is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receiving and unloading deliveries of varying sizes using forklifts.
• Driving a company vehicle of up to 7.5 tonnes for the purpose of transferring stock between 2 sites.
• Accurate processing of delivery notes and booking in of goods to the ERP system.
• Accurately processing paperwork for outgoing shipments, including the printing of delivery notes and the picking of items for shipping
• Ensuring that goods are labelled accurately and put away promptly and into the correct locations.
• General upkeep of stores area and maintaining a clean, orderly and safe environment for colleagues and visitors to work in.
• Manual handling of boxes, crates and bags.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Must have experience and appropriate licenses to drive a vehicle up to 7.5 tonnes including a Driver CPC Card, and be in current practice.
• Good communicator, especially in a complex and busy environment.
• Must have Forklift license and be in current practice.
• Computer literate and committed to work with precision to maintain the accuracy of company stock records.
• Be flexible with regard to start and finish times to meet the needs of the business.
• Absolutely reliable and able to demonstrate high levels of proficiency in written English and good numeracy skills.
• Efficient in management of his/her own time.
• Team player who is safety conscious.

 Excellent benefits and leadership development programme.