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Smart Manufacturing Solutions are recruiting on behalf of one of our clients. We are looking for a skilled and motivated Fabricator to join the production team. You'll be responsible for manufacturing high-quality products from engineering drawings while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company quality and safety standards. Responsibilities Read and interpret engineering drawings and customer specifications. Fabricate components to the required quality standards. Inspect completed work to ensure it meets drawing specifications and company quality procedures. Complete production paperwork accurately and record stock where required. Remove burrs and ensure all parts are clearly identified. Prepare and palletise finished products for the next stage of production. Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment. Carry out routine equipment maintenance checks. Follow all Health & Safety procedures and wear the required PPE. Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production and quality targets. Complete additional duties within your competency as required by Team Leaders or Management. Requirements Previous fabrication experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical drawings. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. Ability to work safely, independently, and efficiently to meet production targets. Good communication and teamwork skills. Flexible approach and willingness to support different areas of production when required. Commitment to maintaining high standards of housekeeping and workplace safety. Forklift licence is desirable but not essential. Working Hours Monday to Thursday 7:00am - 4:00pm Friday 7:00am - 11:00am

Smart Manufacturing Solutions are recruiting on behalf of one of our clients for a skilled Formulation & Process Specialist. This unique role bridges polymer chemistry and hands-on manufacturing. You will formulate high-performance adhesives, mainly epoxy and polyester, tailored for aerospace applications. Additionally, you will set up and operate our continuous roll-to-roll coating line to precisely apply these adhesives to thin foil and film substrates. Responsibilities Synthesize, modify, and optimize adhesive systems, primarily epoxy and polyester, to meet strict aerospace performance, thermal, and regulatory standards. Set up and operate a continuous web coating line, ensuring precise coat weight control on delicate thin foils and films. Manage line tension, web handling, line speeds, and curing parameters to eliminate defects like voiding, dynamic tension lines, or uneven curing. Conduct mechanical and analytical testing (e.g., peel strength, water immersion tests, bend testing) to validate bond integrity and aerospace compliance. Maintain meticulous records of batch formulations, process parameters, and quality control metrics for aerospace traceability. Requirements Proven hands-on experience formulating structural adhesives, especially epoxy resins and polyesters. Direct background operating continuous web/roll-to-roll coating machinery (e.g., slot-die, gravure, or comma bar). Skilled in handling delicate materials like thin metal foils and high-performance polymer films without tearing or wrinkling. Prior experience in the aerospace sector (or automotive/electronics with stringent QA standards) is highly desirable. Working Hours Monday to Wednesday 7:00am - 5:00pm Thursday 7:00am - 4:30pm

We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Panel Wireman to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the assembly and wiring of control panels, ensuring all components are installed accurately and in compliance with established quality and safety standards. This role demands a solid understanding of electrical systems, mechanical aptitude, and proficiency with a variety of tools and technologies. The majority of this work would be for the national grid so if you have any experience with this that would be advantageous. Responsibilities Wiring of assemblies in accordance with Schematic Drawings and Wiring Diagrams for Electricity Transmission. Fit all components in accordance with BOM, Equipment List, General Arrangement, Schematic Diagrams and Wiring Diagrams Prepare, crimp, terminate and loom wires and cables in accordance with General Arrangement, Schematic Diagrams and Wiring Diagrams Complete all wiring to Customer Specification Accurately record time bookings per task Complete the wiring tasks to the quality standard required in a timely manner Perform continuity and insulation resistance tests; check for correct voltages and component operation before final sign-off Route, strip, crimp, and terminate cables neatly using proper cable trays and ducting methods. Requirements: Apprenticeship in Panel Wiring or relevant experience in a similar role Ability to read, understand and interpret electrical engineering drawings Ability to prepare, crimp, terminate and loom wiring assemblies Demonstrable ability to meet demanding deadlines Cables used Tri Rated 0.5mm to 6mm Hours of Work: 37 Hours Per Week Monday to Thursday 8am - 4:30pm Friday 8am - 1pm If successful, whilst in training the rate of pay could be 17 per hour whilst you complete the first 10 weeks. Once training has been completed they would then look at offering contracts with an hourly rate of 20.60.

Our client is a leading manufacturer and is looking to recruit an experienced Press Operator to join their production team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience operating CNC press machinery who takes pride in producing high-quality work while maintaining excellent safety and quality standards. Responsibilities Read and interpret CAD drawings, technical specifications, and customer information. Programme and operate CNC press machinery to accurately fold and bend sheet metal components. Set up tooling in accordance with engineering drawings and production requirements. Inspect finished components to ensure they meet quality standards and drawing specifications. Remove burrs and ensure all components are clearly identified. Complete production paperwork accurately and record stock usage where required. Prepare and palletise finished products for the next stage of production. Carry out routine machine and tooling maintenance checks. Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment. Follow all company quality, health and safety, and environmental procedures. Report any quality, safety, or equipment issues promptly. Work collaboratively with colleagues and support production targets. Carry out additional duties within your level of competence as required by the Team Leader or Management. Requirements Previous experience operating CNC press machinery within a manufacturing environment. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD specifications. Experience setting and operating CNC press equipment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. Ability to work independently and safely while meeting production targets. Good organisational skills and accurate completion of production documentation. Flexible approach with a willingness to support other production activities when required. Commitment to maintaining high standards of housekeeping and workplace safety. Forklift licence is desirable but not essential. Willingness to participate in ongoing training and continuous development. Working Hours Monday to Thursday 7:00am - 4:00pm Friday 7:00am - 11:00am