Skilled Patternmaker required to produce foundry patterns from a variety of materials i.e: wood /metal/resin to specification of engineering drawings. The successful candidate must have served a full recognised apprenticeship in Foundry patternmaking and preferably have City and Guilds part 1 & 2 or equivalent, FITC part 1 &2 or a certificate of crafmanship/seal of merit. This is a permanent role which involves shift work based on a 6am-2pm & 2pm-10pm pattern, minimum 39 hour week.

Skilled CNC Operator required for engineering company based in North Suffolk. Applicants must have experience of setting and operating cnc turning centres and ideally working with stainless steel. Programming experience an advantage. Permanent vacancy on two shifts. Salary dependent on experience but will include shift allowance.

Multi Skilled Engineer required by leading manufacturer based near Ipswich. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out fault diagnosis, repairs and planned maintenance and improvements to a range of automated manufacturing plant equipment to ensure that it is in working order. Applicants must have recognised mechanical electrical qualifications, an understanding of all types of heavy manufacturing equipment gained within the manufacturing or process industry sectors and previous experience of PLCs. Three x 8 hour alternating shifts Monday to Friday. Excellent opportunity with good package

Team Leader required for permanent position at leading manufacturer based outside Ipswich. The role involves organising and supervising the production shift to achieve maximum efficiency, motivating staff and ensuring that products are produced and packed according to specifications. Previous hands on supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment essential, preferably within engineering led process. 2 shifts, Monday to Friday. Excellent package and benefits.

Required for food processing company based in Suffolk. This role will involve managing the cost effective production and packing of products and maintaining targets. Responsibilities will include ensuring all materials produced and packed meet required specification, supervising, coaching and managing team members and passing on information at shift change. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in a manufacturing production environment at team leader level or above. Must be happy to work 8 / 12 hour shifts over 7 day shift pattern.

Required for established processing company based outskirts of Ipswich. Ideal candidate will be part of the engineering team responsible for the maintenance and continued running of the plant and site services. To carry out a range of Electrical/Mechanical Engineering works, inc planned maintenance, installs and breakdowns. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 previous experience of mechanical and electrical maintenance of plant/production machinery, including PLCs and a ‘can do’ attitude. Excellent opportunity.

Engineering Manager required by market-leading manufacturer based near Ipswich. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the engineering function of the business ( e.g. the preventative maintenance of the manufacturing machinery and associated budgets) and will supervise a team of multiskilled engineers. Previous experience in a similar role essential, ideally within a fast moving continuous manufacturing environment. Recognised electrical and/or mechanical qualification, ideally to degree level, required. Excellent opportunity with good benefits.

Quality Assurance Engineer required for this engineering manufacturing company based north of Stowmarket. Reporting to the Quality Manager you will be required to identify and implement continuous process improvement with will reduce variation and reduce cost, waste and rejects. You will also be required to conduct internal audits, whilst working closely with the manufacturing and design teams. Ideal candidate will have worked in a mechanical engineering or related environment, have experience of process improvement techniques ie FMEA, 8D, SPC and 5S. Experience of ISO9001 and qualified to HNC or similar level of experience.

R&D/Laboratory Technician required for development work at progressive, expanding company. The purpose of the role is to develop products to prototype stage. Duties will involve performing a variety of routine technical duties in a laboratory, trial and error work, compiling data, organising lab supplies, basic mathematical and statistical analysis and record keeping. Applicants must be educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a science discipline (ideally Physics), have experience of working in a laboratory and have knowledge of the methods, materials and techniques used in lab and research work.

CNC Turner required for this Suffolk based engineering company. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in precision engineering with ability of setting and running CNC machinery, programming experience not essential. Hours 7.30 - 4.30 Monday to Thursday, 7.30am - 12.30pm Friday.

Required for food processing company based in Stowmarket. Approximately 6 months work but may lead to permanent position. The successful candidate will be responsible for running, maintaining and cleaning production equipment, this will include fault diagnosis and working to production schedules, whilst maintaining safety standards. Previous experience of running processing plant essential, ideally within a food environment, along with technical aptitude and the ability to multi-task. Experience of SAP an advantage. Excellent opportunity to work for a popular employer. Rotating 8 hour shifts, 6am – 2pm, 2pm - 10pm, Monday to Friday.

Semi Skilled Engineer required for this engineering manufacturing company based north of Stowmarket. Ideal candidate will have worked in an engineering manufacturing environment and have some basic engineering knowledge / aptitude. This will be a varied role where inhouse training will be given to get the successful candidate to level required. Initially you will be based in the Quality department checking, inspecting goods working closely with other departments.

Our client, the manufacturer of a ground breaking product which has attracted much media attention and is experiencing substantial growth, is currently seeking a General Manager/MD. In addition to growing profit and sales and contributing to the company strategy he or she will be responsible for co-ordinating the production, finance, administration, marketing and procurement activities of the company and will be expected to focus on the more detailed aspects of running a business such as day to day supervision of the operation, management of cash flow, credit control, purchase authorisation etc. This varied role will also involve: • Management of customer contracts • Financial management and control • Monthly reporting including full P&L • Liaison with/management of production suppliers • Sales – Online, international distributors, direct etc • Procurement and stock control • HR This is an exciting opportunity to join a relatively new company which has gone through a period of significant development and to assist in driving it forward. Applicants must have previous all-round general management experience within manufacturing/engineering and a good understanding of P&L, finance control and production management. Salary £55-70K plus bonus and executive car. Board position

Product Designer with experience of designing plastic moulded products required for a permanent position near Colchester. The role involves using sketches, 3D models and computer design to generate new products for this innovative company and will require the successful candidate to use his or her creative ability and knowledge of materials and production methods. Responsibilities will include the development of design briefs working within budgets and to deadlines, making sketches by hand or computer and developing ideas using programs such as Illustrator, Photoshop and Pro Engineer/SoldWorks. Applicants should have previous experience in a similar role, be conversant with the aforementioned packages and have a full driving licence as national travel will be required. Excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about design.