Terry Parris Associates Ltd

Engineering Director West Sussex Fully on site A high-voltage electronics manufacturer is appointing a Director of Engineering to lead its UK engineering function. You'll develop the team, improve delivery across the engineering portfolio and shape the roadmap for the next generation of high-voltage power supplies. What you will lead Develop engineering managers and specialists, build succession plans and create an environment where people raise technical risks early. Own portfolio priorities, budgets and resource planning across new product development, research and sustaining engineering. Lead design governance and help engineering, manufacturing and global teams turn complex designs into reliable, manufacturable products. Translate customer needs into investment and platform decisions. Guide work across power conversion, digital control, embedded software and magnetics. What you will bring An engineering degree, ideally in electrical or electronic engineering, with 10+ years in electronics design or manufacturing and 5+ years in general and project management. Evidence of leading engineering teams and delivering complex electronics programmes into manufacture. Strong judgement on technical risk, design governance, manufacturing controls and competing programme priorities. Salary and benefits Benefits include a 10% employer pension contribution with a 5% employee contribution, single private medical cover on a medical history disregarded basis, single Level 2 cash plan cover, group income protection and life cover at four times salary. The role is fully based in Pulborough. Visa sponsorship and relocation support may be considered. To express interest, send your CV to Terry Parris Associates and highlight the engineering teams and electronics programmes you've led.

£37 - £42K plus profit share bonus Excellent Company Great Staff Benefits CNC Machinist St Leonards £37 - £42K plus profit share bonus Working hours Monday - Thursday 7:30 - 4:30 and Friday 7:30 - 1pm 37.5 hours a week. Are you an experienced CNC Machinist looking to join a small, friendly manufacturing company where your skills are genuinely valued? Our client is an established manufacturing business with a supportive, close-knit team and a strong reputation for producing high-quality, precision-engineered components. This is a great opportunity for an experienced machinist who enjoys a hands-on role and wants to work somewhere they can make a real contribution. The Role You will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC machinery, producing precision components to exacting standards. You will work across CNC lathes and vertical machining centres, using conversational programming and your experience to optimise production. Key Responsibilities Program, set and operate CNC lathes and vertical machining centres, using conversational programming. Interpret complex engineering drawings and manufacture a wide range of precision-engineered components to exact specifications. Design and manufacture bespoke fixtures to improve machining efficiency, repeatability and quality. Work closely with engineering colleagues to optimise workflow, tooling and material availability. Operate multiple CNC machines where required, maintaining high standards of quality, productivity and safety. Identify opportunities to improve machining processes, efficiency and production performance. About You We're looking for an experienced CNC Machinist who can confidently program, set and operate CNC machinery and is comfortable working from detailed engineering drawings. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in CNC machining within a manufacturing environment. Experience with CNC lathes and/or vertical machining centres. Strong engineering drawing interpretation skills. Experience with conversational CNC programming. A good understanding of tooling, fixtures and machining processes. A quality-focused and methodical approach to your work. The ability to work independently while also being a supportive team player. Don't worry if you haven't worked on the specific CNC machines used by the company. Your existing machining experience is what matters most, and the company is happy to provide training and send you on a relevant course to bring you up to speed on their machinery. Why Join? This is a genuine opportunity to join a small, friendly and supportive team where you're not just another number. You'll have the opportunity to use your experience, influence how work is carried out and contribute to the continued success of the business. The company is also committed to developing its people, so if you have strong CNC machining experience but haven't used their specific machines before, full training will be provided. Salary: Up to £42,000 depending on experience Location: St Leonards Job Type: Permanent If you're an experienced CNC Machinist looking for a stable role with a friendly manufacturing company where your experience will be appreciated and your development supported, we'd love to hear from you.

Parts Stock Assistant Salary:£30,707.88 per annum Location : Marden, Kent Initial three-month temporary contract ASAP start 39 hours per week 08:30-17:00 Monday to Thursday and 09:00-16:30 Friday Join a busy parts team in Marden and help get the right parts to customers on time. Reporting to the Parts Manager, you'll prepare orders for dispatch, receive and store incoming parts, and help keep stock records accurate. What you'll do Identify, pick and pack parts accurately, checking that packaging is undamaged and suitable for delivery. Follow delivery instructions from the parts sales office, choose an efficient dispatch method and complete paperwork on time. Receive incoming parts, follow stock control procedures and store goods safely in the right locations. Report stock discrepancies, product queries and process issues to the Parts Manager. Help with stock replenishment, routine stock checks and the annual stocktake. Move goods safely using a forklift where trained and follow site health and safety procedures. What you'll need Good knowledge of parts and a forklift truck licence. Strong attention to detail and good literacy and numeracy skills. Good organisation and time management, with the ability to prioritise several tasks and meet dispatch deadlines. How to apply Send your CV to TPA Recruit at or call to discuss the role.

CNC Milling Setter / Operator Location: East Sussex Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £32,400 - £37,800 + 20% shift allowance if working late shift 1pm - 10pm The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced CNC Milling Setter / Operator to join a busy manufacturing team in East Sussex. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist who takes pride in producing high-quality precision components and enjoys working in a hands-on production environment. You will be responsible for setting and operating CNC milling machines, ensuring components are manufactured accurately, safely and efficiently in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications. Key Responsibilities Set and operate CNC milling machines to manufacture components to the required specifications. Prepare and secure workpieces, fixtures and tooling ready for machining. Adjust tool offsets and machine settings to maintain component accuracy. Carry out first-off inspections and ongoing quality checks throughout production. Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications. Monitor machine performance and respond to tool wear, alarms and machining issues. Replace worn or damaged cutting tools when necessary. Use appropriate measuring equipment to check component dimensions and quality. Complete production documentation and inspection records accurately. Identify and report quality issues, ensuring non-conforming components are dealt with appropriately. Carry out routine machine maintenance and maintain a safe, organised working environment. Work to production schedules and targets while minimising unnecessary downtime. Ensure components are handled, identified and stored correctly. Work collaboratively with colleagues to support efficient production and continuous improvement. Essential Skills and Experience Previous experience setting and operating CNC milling machines within a manufacturing environment. Ability to read and understand engineering drawings. Experience adjusting tooling and machine offsets. Competence using measuring equipment, including micrometers, verniers and similar inspection tools. A good understanding of machining processes, cutting tools and machining conditions. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality components. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good communication skills and a practical, methodical approach to problem-solving. A reliable, safety-conscious attitude and the ability to meet production deadlines without compromising quality. Desirable Skills and Experience Experience with different CNC machine control systems. Experience operating vertical machining centres or similar CNC milling machines. Experience machining stainless steel or other challenging materials. Familiarity with probing systems and tool measurement technology. A relevant engineering or manufacturing qualification. Qualifications and Experience Craft apprenticeship or equivalent practical engineering training. A minimum of four years' experience operating and setting CNC machines. Personal Attributes The successful candidate will be dependable, motivated and committed to maintaining high standards of workmanship. You will take a methodical approach to machine setting, demonstrate good housekeeping and safe working practices, and work positively with colleagues across the business. You should be comfortable working to production targets, taking responsibility for your work and contributing to the overall performance of the manufacturing team. Apply Now If you have hands-on CNC milling experience and are looking for an opportunity to put your skills to use within a professional manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you. Submit your application today to be considered for this opportunity.

20 hours per week, Monday-Thursday twilight shift Electromechanical assembly and soldering experience required - £28,100 full-time equivalent, pro rata Production Operative Part Time Location: Pulborough, West Sussex Salary: £28,100 full-time equivalent, pro rata for 20 hours per week Hours: Monday-Thursday, 15:00-20: hours per week Working pattern: On site, part time, twilight shift TPA Recruit is supporting an established electronics manufacturer seeking a part-time Production Operative. You will help build, encapsulate and test power supply products to defined quality, safety and performance standards. Reporting to Manufacturing Team Leaders, you will work across assembly and production processes, follow drawings and test instructions, and maintain accurate records. This role suits a practical assembler with soldering experience and close attention to detail. Key Responsibilities Build electromechanical sub-assemblies and finished products using bills of materials and drawings. Test power supplies to written procedures and complete test reports and quality documentation. Encapsulate, seal and prime assemblies; clean and pack products using the required PPE. Report non-conformances and rework, maintain safe working practices and support housekeeping and process improvements. Experience Required Previous electromechanical assembly and soldering experience. Ability to follow test procedures accurately and work to standard production times. Understanding of mechanical assembly processes and modern manufacturing methods. Good communication, a hands-on approach and excellent attention to detail. Desirable Experience IPC certification and knowledge of high-voltage considerations are desirable. Why Join This Business A regular 20-hour working week across four afternoons and evenings. Monday-Thursday working pattern with no Friday shift in the stated schedule. Varied duties covering assembly, testing and encapsulation. Work within an established electronics manufacturing team with defined quality procedures. The role includes materials handling using risk-assessed methods and mechanical aids where required, together with appropriate PPE.

Lead and coach a manufacturing team producing precision components. Coordinate daily production and improve quality, delivery and cost. nsure that the Manufacturing Cell achieves the day-to-day customer requirements Lower Dicker, East Sussex £40,000-£45, hours per week Lead a manufacturing cell producing precision machined components. You will organise daily work, support and develop the team, and improve quality, delivery and cost performance from raw material through to component finishing. The role Lead the daily operation of the cell, delegate work and keep production moving to agreed priorities. Coach and train team members, manage performance and attendance, and maintain the skills and training matrix. Work with Planning and Purchasing to prepare materials, programmes, tooling and set-up information before manufacture. Review workload, batching and work-centre suitability to improve production flow and delivery. Maintain material traceability, accurate job clocking, current documentation and effective visual management. Support quality investigations, root-cause analysis and the coordination of rework or remanufacture. Promote 5S, planned maintenance and continuous improvement; report progress against quality, delivery and cost measures. What you will bring Experience managing a manufacturing department, with a practical approach to leading and coaching people. Strong knowledge of manufacturing, fabrication, production assembly and test processes. The ability to organise workloads, resolve production issues and communicate clearly with operators and management. Good planning, numeracy and computer skills, with accuracy under deadline pressure. Desirable experience Low-batch, high-tolerance manufacturing; lean methods and continuous improvement; an engineering apprenticeship or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering; ILM Level 3 or above in leadership. High-technology manufacturing experience is preferred. Package £40,000-£45,000. A 40-hour contract with a 15:30 finish on Fridays. Based in Lower Dicker, East Sussex. Why join Take responsibility for a manufacturing cell and the development of its people. Influence production flow, quality and practical improvements on the shop floor. Work closely with planning, purchasing, quality and engineering colleagues. Apply through TPA Recruit for a confidential discussion.

Up to £37,000 DOE 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, early starts and early finishes Private medical, 6% pension, 25-30 days holiday and discretionary bonus Job Title: SMT Process Technician Location: Lewes, East Sussex Salary: Up to £37,000 DOE Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, starting between 07:00/07:30 and finishing between 15:30/16:00 TPA Recruit is supporting a great Lewes based company in the search for an SMT Process Technician to join their SMT department at an exciting stage of growth and technological change. This SMT Process Technician position will suit a practical, hands-on SMT professional who can support process machinery, minimise downtime, maintain quality standards and contribute to continuous improvement across a busy electronics manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Maintain, service and repair SMT process machinery to minimise downtime while protecting quality standards Create and control equipment programmes as instructed Support process changes, layout improvements and production flow across the facility Contribute to improvement meetings, new equipment justification and continuous process development Maintain close working relationships with equipment suppliers and engineers Train new machine operators and provide operational cover where required Keep work areas safe, tidy and hazard-free in line with health and safety procedures Experience Required Good attention to detail and a practical, methodical approach to prioritising work Strong organisation skills and the ability to multitask under pressure High standards of professionalism, work ethic and housekeeping Flexible approach to daily tasks, training and hands-on support when required Positive communication skills and the ability to work with internal teams and external equipment suppliers SMT screen printing, pick and place, conveyors and transfers, reflow soldering and AOI Selective soldering, process flow, fluxes, solder paste, solder bar and other process materials Oven profiling, work instructions, procedures and engineering documentation Soldering experience and the ability to train new operators when required Collecting, manipulating and presenting process data using spreadsheets to support analysis and conclusions Benefits 25 days annual leave, increasing with length of service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays Private medical insurance 6% employer pension contribution Employee Assistance Programme Discretionary company performance bonus Long service employee recognition scheme Enhanced family leave Company events Subsidised amenities including tea, coffee, hot chocolate and milk Interview Process Two-stage face-to-face onsite process. Stage one is likely to include a site walk-around, review of the SMT lines and a technical interview. Stage two will be a more in-depth conversation around previous experience, with competency-based questions.

Job Title: Test and Repair Technician Location: Pulborough Employment Type : Permanent Salary: £36,520.00 MAIN OBJECTIVES The testing and investigation of finished production units to specification including fault finding and rectification and rework. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Testing, fault finding and repair of Electronic Products Completion of test reports and documentation in accordance with customer requirements and in line with the Quality Management System standards. Upgrading and modification of assemblies and finished product. Interpretation and implementation of changes to assemblies and finished product in accordance with documentation. Identifying product quality and performance issues and raising appropriate non-conformances. Liaising with Design Engineering, Test Equipment Design and Sales in support of meeting customer requirements and finished product quality and performance. Keep informed and support the Company ISO14001 Environmental Management System and ISO9001 Quality Management System and improvement team activities including seeking new 'green' opportunities and suggestions on how the business can improve. Responsibility for adhering to the Company's ISO 9001 Quality, ISO14001 Environmental and Health and Safety management systems. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE Ability to test product by following test procedures accurately and meeting standard times. Ability to use test equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, digital power supplies and multi meters. Experience in test methods. Experience in soldering and rework methods to IPC standards. Experience working in a lean manufacturing facility. Competent in MS Office. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Repair and diagnostic fault finding experience to component level. Electrical/Electronics Engineering qualification desirable. To hear more about this excellent company and opportunity, apply through the link and we will call you to discuss in more detail.

Senior Electronics Design Engineer Location: Littlehampton, West Sussex Salary: £60,000 - £63,000 DOE + annual bonus Design. Develop. Innovate. Are you an experienced Electronics Design Engineer looking for more ownership, more variety and the chance to see your designs become real products? We're looking for a Senior Electronics Design Engineer to join a growing, multi-disciplinary engineering team working on exciting projects across sectors including MedTech, life sciences, industrial technology, instrumentation, consumer electronics, rail and aerospace. This is a genuinely hands-on role where you'll have the opportunity to take products from initial concept through design, prototyping, testing and into manufacture. The Role You'll be a key technical contributor, working across a variety of challenging projects and collaborating with engineers from electronics, software, mechanical design, manufacturing and compliance. You'll have the freedom to make technical decisions, take ownership of projects and act as a technical lead - while remaining close to the engineering and design work. What You'll Be Doing Design and develop electronic circuits, systems and products. Create schematics and multi-layer PCB designs. Define product architectures and develop technical solutions from customer requirements. Make key decisions around components, system architecture, interfaces, power and communications. Take designs from concept prototype debugging testing manufacture. Troubleshoot complex electronic and system-level problems. Support design verification and validation through analysis and practical testing. Ensure designs meet relevant EMC, safety, regulatory and technical requirements. Produce clear, accurate technical documentation and design review material. Take technical ownership of projects or major workstreams. Work directly with customers through technical meetings, design reviews and problem-solving discussions. Collaborate with software, mechanical, manufacturing and compliance teams. Manage your own workload across multiple projects while delivering to agreed timescales and quality standards. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers. What We're Looking For You'll ideally have: 4+ years' commercial experience in electronics design and development. A degree or equivalent qualification in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline. Proven experience taking electronics from concept through to working prototype and/or production. Strong knowledge of electronic circuit design and product architecture. Experience designing digital systems using microcontrollers, processors and digital communications. Experience with schematic capture and multi-layer PCB design using Altium Designer, KiCad or similar. Strong debugging, fault-finding and problem-solving skills. The ability to translate system requirements into practical engineering solutions. Strong technical documentation and design review skills. The confidence to work independently, take ownership and make sound engineering decisions. Your Experience Could Include Experience in any of the following would be a real advantage: Wireless technologies / IoT Analogue and mixed-signal electronics Power electronics High-speed digital design EMC and product compliance Regulatory requirements Why Join? This is a great opportunity to move beyond simply designing circuits and become a key technical voice within a growing engineering environment. You'll work on varied projects, solve genuinely interesting technical problems and see your designs progress from an idea on a screen to a working product in the real world. You'll also have the opportunity to : Work across multiple industries and technologies. Take genuine ownership of technical projects. Develop your career and technical expertise. Mentor and support other engineers. Collaborate with experienced electronics, software, mechanical and compliance specialists. Work on products from initial concept through to manufacture. Benefits Competitive salary of £60,000 - £63,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Annual bonus scheme. Comprehensive benefits package. Professional development and progression opportunities. Cycle-to-work scheme. EV salary sacrifice scheme. Primarily site-based working with one day per week available from home. Ready for Your Next Challenge? If you're an experienced electronics engineer who wants more variety, more ownership and the opportunity to see your designs come to life, this could be the next step in your career. Apply now to find out more.

Job Title: Manufacturing Team Leader Location: Pulborough Salary: £32k Working hours: Mon - Thurs 8:15 - 5pm and Fridays 8:15 - 12:45 Benefits: 25 Days holiday plus BH's Profit Share Scheme Early Finish on a Friday 3% Pension A discretionary non-contractual payment is usually made in December Main Objectives Responsible for the supervision of the encapsulation process for electro mechanical assemblies and hands on encapsulation processes. Key Responsibilities Planning, allocating, and co-ordinating workload in accordance with production schedule and other internal customers in line with capacity requirements. Maintenance and filter change of Spray booth in accordance with procedures. Sealing, priming, encapsulating and mechanical assembly of units for encapsulation. Operating automated equipment to pour encapsulation into assemblies. Carrying out routine maintenance checks and cleaning of potting machine, compressor and vac pump and training other employees to ensure maintenance tasks are completed. Training employees to ensure there is essential backup for encapsulation tasks. Raising production paperwork including non-compliance/rework records and stores requisitions in accordance with company processes. Working as part of a team to ensure departmental objectives are achieved. Ensuring all quality procedures for build and workmanship standards, repair techniques and ESD requirements are implemented. Working with other team members to continuously improve quality and processes, maintain and improve housekeeping in accordance with 5S tasks and cleanliness of work area. Ensuring personal protective equipment, particularly respiratory protection requirements, are observed and maintained. Ensuring familiarisation with relevant elements of the Company quality management system including static handling precautions and workmanship standards, the use of test equipment/systems and relevant test procedures/specifications. Supporting the management systems and improvement team activities for ISO9001 Quality and ISO14001 Environmental and health and safety management system requirements. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Understanding of mechanical assembly procedures and processes. Appreciation of modern manufacturing techniques. Good communication skills. Supervisory / Management Experience Working Conditions The role includes the use of PPE where appropriate e.g. safety shoes, eyewear, gloves, Respiratory masks. Operation and maintenance of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic machinery. Prolonged standing and walking throughout the workday. Regular lifting and movement of materials up to 30kg (with use of mechanical aids where applicable) in accordance with risk assessment and safe working practices. Occasional lifting and movement of equipment/materials up to 800kg with use of mechanical aids in accordance with risk assessment and safe working practices. The above responsibilities are not exhaustive and you may be required to fulfil other duties and responsibilities from time to time for which you are reasonably qualified. TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process

Electro-mechanical assembly and soldering ISO-controlled manufacturing environment £27,605 salary, full-time, Pulborough Manufacturing Technician Location: Pulborough, West Sussex Salary: £27,605 per annum Hours: Full time, permanent This Manufacturing Technician role offers the opportunity to work within a structured, high-quality manufacturing environment producing electro-mechanical assemblies and final products to defined build standards. The Manufacturing Technician will work closely with engineering and quality teams, following drawings, bills of materials, and documented processes to ensure consistent, compliant output. As a Manufacturing Technician , you will be responsible for building sub-assemblies and complete products, carrying out soldering and mechanical assembly tasks, and ensuring quality, safety, and housekeeping standards are maintained at all times. This position suits a hands-on Manufacturing Technician with previous electro-mechanical assembly experience and a methodical approach to build and documentation. Key responsibilities include: Electro-mechanical assembly of sub-assemblies, PCBs, and final products Reading and interpreting drawings and bills of materials Raising non-conformance, rework, and build documentation where required Working to ISO9001, ISO14001, and health & safety standards Supporting lean manufacturing and continuous improvement activities TPA are a specialist recruitment agency recruiting on behalf of our client. If you think you are a close fit for this position, please do apply and we will also register you for any upcoming positions that may be suitable. You must have the Right to work in the UK.

Salary of £28,100 Excellent company Great Staff Benefits Test Technician Location: Pulborough, West Sussex Contract: Permanent Salary: £28,100 Benefits: 25 Days holiday plus BH's Profit Share Scheme Early Finish on a Friday 3% Pension A discretionary non-contractual payment is usually made in December A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled Test Technician to join a leading manufacturer, playing a key role in the testing, investigation, and support of production products. Working within a manufacturing cell, you will ensure products meet specification requirements and support the wider production process to deliver high-quality solutions to customers. Key Responsibilities Test power supplies to precise specification requirements. Provide hands-on manufacturing support, including basic mechanical assembly, component installation, and production assistance. Complete test reports and documentation in line with customer requirements and Quality Management System standards. Carry out product upgrades and modifications to assemblies and finished products. Interpret and implement engineering changes from documentation. Identify product quality or performance issues and raise non-conformances where required. Liaise with Design Engineering, Test Equipment Design, and Sales teams to ensure customer satisfaction and product performance. Work in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards, contributing to environmental improvements and lean manufacturing initiatives. Skills & Experience Ability to follow test procedures accurately and meet standard times. Proficient in using oscilloscopes, function generators, digital power supplies, and multimeters. Skilled in soldering and rework to IPC standards. Experience working in a lean manufacturing environment. Competent in MS Office applications. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. If you are detail-oriented, technically skilled, and eager to contribute to a high-performance manufacturing team, this role offers a great opportunity to apply your expertise in a supportive and innovative environment.

Manufacturing Engineer Location: Near Hailsham Salary: Competitive We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join a technically advanced manufacturing environment, supporting the production of complex, high-precision components. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional with strong CNC, CAD/CAM and continuous improvement expertise to take ownership of manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures and production optimisation. The Role As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will: Provide manufacturing decision-making information, including production and material cost calculations and make-or-buy assessments. Design and manufacture bespoke workholding and fixtures using SolidWorks , including 3D modelling and 2D drafting. Write and amend CNC programmes using machine controls including Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mazatrol and CELOS , as well as CAD/CAM software. Develop programmes using SolidCAM and Vericut and carry out CNC programme prove-outs on the machine. Create job setup sheets and manage tooling and fixtures. Lead operational improvement initiatives, identifying and implementing best-practice manufacturing methods. Improve quality and productivity while reducing waste and manufacturing costs. Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing methods, product design changes, tooling and fixtures to reduce manufacturing and assembly time. Support product cost reduction through continuous improvement and product maintenance. Train and support operations personnel, creating training manuals and work instructions where required. About You You will have extensive experience in a CNC manufacturing environment, ideally working with complex, tightly toleranced components. Essential experience includes: Extensive experience cutting aluminium and stainless steel . Experience with multi-axis CNC machine tools, including 5-axis, 3+2 and multitasking . Experience with fixed-head turning centres. Experience manufacturing high-complexity, tightly toleranced products, ideally within sectors such as automotive, aerospace, medical or scientific manufacturing . Ability to read and write NC G-Code programmes. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience within low-volume and batch-production environments. Knowledge of engineering components, including BOMs, operations and routings . Strong IT skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email and ERP systems. Experience with 3D CAD packages such as SolidWorks, Creo, Siemens NX, Solid Edge or AutoCAD . Advanced CAM experience across milling and turning, using packages such as SolidCAM, Edgecam, HyperMill, Mastercam or Siemens NX . Strong communication skills, initiative and a proactive approach. The role requires someone who is motivated, energetic and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Desirable Experience It would be advantageous to have experience with: SolidWorks and SolidCAM Vericut Manufacturing automation, including bar feeders and palletisation Project management Qualifications & Experience You will ideally hold an HNC/HND in Manufacturing or Production Engineering , or have a minimum of 10 years' industry experience combined with a recognised engineering apprenticeship . A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar manufacturing engineering role is required. What We're Looking For We're looking for an individual who is: Highly motivated and committed to achieving high standards. A strong team player who communicates effectively with colleagues. Able to listen, follow instructions and work independently. Positive, cooperative and professional in their approach. Committed to continuous improvement and working constructively within established processes and procedures. If you're an experienced Manufacturing Engineer looking for a technically challenging role where you can make a tangible impact on manufacturing quality, productivity and cost, we'd like to hear from you.

Production Engineer Location: Hailsham, East Sussex Full-Time Permanent Salary £50 - £60k A fantastic opportunity for a degree educated Mechanical Engineer is on offer in the East Sussex area for a talented Production Engineer . With at least five years' experience as a Product Engineer and an interest in science, this role offers career progression opportunities with our innovative company. Primary Objectives The main purpose of this role will be: Assist in the NPI process and to help oversee our manufacturing processes Carry out root cause analysis and maintain the 8D/RMA system Ensure best practice and health and safety codes are followed Identify problems in the production line, troubleshooting manufacturing issues and completing various administrative tasks The main requirements as our Production Engineer accountabilities are: Leading and carrying out 8D/RMA activities while maintaining the 8D/RMA process within Engineering Develop operating instructions and equipment specifications for production activities Implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality standards Monitoring the manufacturing processes, ensuring quality work is done in a safe, efficient manner Diagnosing problems in the production line, providing recommendations and training to eliminate any issues Liaising with other engineers to develop plans that improve production, costs, and labour content Establishing safety procedures and protocols that take the workers' well-being into account, and that also minimise the carbon footprint Keeping abreast of advancements in engineering and production, then sharing knowledge with co-workers Identifying, documenting, and reporting unsafe practices Checking drawings, routes & new BOM items for completeness and production readiness Creating drawings, routes & new BOM items for completeness and production readiness Scheduling meetings with relevant departments and stakeholders. Analysing all facets of production and making recommendations for improvement Identifying and obtaining any materials and equipment required for the above Essential Skills & Experience need for Production Engineer The essential skills/experience required for this role are: Experience with CAD software Proficiency in MS Office Proven experience in the engineering field Desirable Skills & Experience we are looking for in a Production Engineer The skills and experience we would like the employee in this role to have are: Able to work on your own and as part of a Team Open minded to new ideas with an enquiring mind A hands-on doer with the skills to assemble small and large complex assemblies. This can sometimes be a physically demanding role, so a reasonable level of fitness and dexterity is required Qualifications for this Production Engineer Required Qualifications: Degree or HNC/D in Mechanical Engineering Personal Qualities & Attributes for a Production Engineer We require the following personal qualities/attributes: Superb analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills Strong leadership abilities Superb written and verbal communication skills Ability to make good decisions under pressure Great attention to detail and organisational skills If you have experience of Microsoft Dynamics and an HNC/D in Mechanical and Production Engineering or a Mechanical Engineering Degree. As pioneers in the field of Ultra High Vacuum technology, our clients focus on innovation and quality has helped great minds take great leaps forward. Products from them are widely used in Semiconductor processes as well research laboratories, such as NASA the European Space Agency and the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. At their new, purpose-built manufacturing facility near Hailsham, East Sussex we have entered an exciting new phase in our development as we embark on an ambitious expansion programme. We are looking for future colleagues who are ambitious and who thrive on accomplishments created by strong individuals within a team environment. Our offices and workstations are open plan, our approach is collaborative. TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process

Quality Inspector Salary: £48.649 Location: Near Hailsham Flexible hours, Permanent, full-time Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Flexible Working Hours Company Pension Life Insurance Private Medical Insurance Occupational Health Checks Eye Care Vouchers A state of the art working environment Free on-site parking staff kitchen facilities, with free Tea & Coffee Workwear Quality Inspector We are recruiting for an experienced Quality Inspector, to join our client team. This is a really exciting opportunity, to join a very well established company and grow within the team. You will verify precision components and sub-assemblies, investigate non-conformances and work directly with suppliers to improve right-first-time performance. This position combines hands-on dimensional inspection with supplier quality activity. It suits someone confident reading complex engineering drawings, working to tight tolerances and using CMM, Faro Arm and conventional metrology equipment within a machine-shop environment. Key Responsibilities Inspect precision components and sub-assemblies against engineering drawings and specifications. Use CMM, Faro Arm and standard metrology equipment to verify dimensional compliance. Raise NCRs, communicate findings clearly and support prompt supplier resolution. Investigate non-conformances using root-cause analysis and verify corrective actions. Act as a quality contact between the shop floor, purchasing and external suppliers. Apply AQL inspection plans according to supplier performance, product criticality and new-supplier status. Manage inspection controls and red-flag status within the ERP system. Review supplier performance, contribute to KPIs and support supplier audits. Record deviations accurately and champion continuous improvement across the supply base. Experience Required At least three years of inspection experience within a machine shop or comparable precision manufacturing environment. Experience working within an ISO 9001:2015 quality management system. Practical experience using CMM or Faro Arm equipment and dimensional inspection tools. Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, datum structures and geometric tolerances. Working knowledge of SPC, AQL, FAIRs and ISIRs. Experience communicating technical quality issues and performance information to suppliers. Ability to work independently, take ownership and maintain a high level of accuracy. Working with ISO 2859 -1:1999 sampling procedure for inspection by attributes. Desirable Experience Knowledge of welding and fabrication processes. Experience within vacuum technology or another high-precision scientific engineering sector. Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline. The Quality Inspector may occasionally travel to supplier or client sites for meetings, audits and quality investigations. Reasonable expenses will be covered. This is an opportunity for a Quality Inspector to take ownership of supplier quality issues while remaining closely involved in practical inspection work. TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process