Total 19 job vacancies by The Selection Partnership Ltd.

I have a design and manufacturing client who is seeking a talented and motivated Design Engineer to join their team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and developing innovative engineering solutions, from the initial concept through to production. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including project managers, manufacturing, and quality engineers, to ensure designs meet technical specifications, cost requirements, and product functionality.

Key Responsibilities: -
Design and Development: Create detailed 2D and 3D models, technical drawings, and specifications using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
Conceptualization: Develop creative design solutions based on product requirements, user needs, and engineering constraints.
Prototyping: Work with prototyping teams to develop and test physical models, ensuring the design meets performance, durability, and safety standards.
Collaboration: Coordinate with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality control teams to optimize designs for cost, manufacturability, and ease of assembly.
Analysis: Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and tolerance studies to ensure design integrity, quality, and compliance with industry standards.
Problem Solving: Troubleshoot design issues, perform root-cause analysis, and propose solutions to meet technical challenges.
Documentation: Maintain design documentation, including revision history, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and testing procedures, ensuring adherence to project timelines.
Project Management: Track progress on design projects, including time and cost estimates, project scheduling, and risk management.

Candidate requirements: -

Supporting qualifications would be ideal.
Proven experience in product design, mechanical design of Architectural Hardware product.
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA).
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and engineering standards.
Experience with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) is an advantage.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred knowledge: -
Familiarity with rapid prototyping techniques, 3D printing, and CNC machining.
Knowledge of regulatory and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, ANSI, ASTM).

My client operates within the Fork Lift Truck sector. They currently have a requirement for an experience field service engineer to cover customers in the West Midlands.

Customer service is at the very heart of their business, they strongly believe that success relies on their employee’s ability to really understand the needs and experiences of each customer, your goal will be to give our customers a great impression, and first-class service.

You will be dealing face-to-face with our customers, handling Forklift breakdowns, repairs & services, offering technical support and delivering outstanding service.

Hours are 8.00am to 5.00pm.

They offer:
A highly competitive base salary between £35000 - £45000 Salary will be dependent on experience and hours worked.
A fully kitted out van & fuel card
Company Mobile Phone
Holiday entitlement

Candidates must have: -
Minimum 3 years experience in forklift repair and maintenance.
Full UK Driving License.
Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate at all levels.
High standards, flexibility, and attention to detail.

Internal Sales Representative - Steel Stockholding - West Midlands - up to £30k + Commission

My client is an independent steel stockholder and processor, supplying customers across the UK and Ireland. They are actively seeking to recruit an experienced and proven Sales Representative from within the Steel Stockholding industry.

The overall purpose of the role is to meet or exceed sales objectives of assigned territory by promoting the company’s products through professional sales techniques, product service, and long-term customer relationships.

As a proactive Sales Representative reporting to the Managing Director, you will generate new business, ensure customer satisfaction, and maintain a strong order book and sales pipeline. You will seek sales opportunities and business growth in your region and manage customer accounts.

Role Responsibilities: -
· Plan and achieve regional sales goals in line with business objectives.
· Grow sales/revenue in your region through effective networking and social media presence.
· Optimise pricing strategies to increase customer value.
· Collaborate with Marketing to implement our marketing strategy.
· Monitor and report on regional sales performance.
· Evaluate regional market trends and identify new growth opportunities.
· Handle and resolve problems and complaints including credit issues.
· Recommend new services/products and sales techniques to enhance customer satisfaction.
· Maximise percent of time in front of customers.
· Call on accounts in clusters.

Person Specification: -
· Knowledgeable about steel products and relevant markets.
· Familiar with marketing concepts and practices.
· Skilled in measuring and analysing key performance indicators.
· Proficient in IT and experience using CRM systems.
· Aware of our production processes.
· Able to read and produce reports and market analysis.
· Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
· Team player with a positive attitude.
· Self-organisation.
· Willing to travel.
· Versed in business social media channels.
· A-Level education or equivalent.
· Self-starter.
· Sense of urgency.

Salary & Benefits: -
· Competitive annual salary based on experience (£30k-£40k).
· Performance related bonuses.
· Health care cover.
· Workplace pension scheme.
· 25 days holidays plus bank holidays.

My client is an established manufacturing company producing a range of components for various industries.

They are actively seeking an experienced and proven Toolmaker who is conversant with press tooling, their manufacture, modification, repair, and maintenance.

They are looking for somebody who is conversant with both CNC and conventional toolroom machinery.

EDM and CAD skills would be a huge benefit.

My client is an established manufacturing company with a satellite facility based in Redditch. They are actively seeking to recruit a proven and skilled Production Manager to join their team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for all production (manufacturing) areas, the shopfloor team, transport, stock etc.

This is a ‘’hands on’’ role and will require excellent people management skills plus knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques and skills.

My client is looking for an experienced individual with:

Experience gained within an accountancy practice.

Possibly exposure to an engineering / manufacturing environment.

Chartered status ideally.

This is a permanent, long term appointment within an established and growing business.

A leading player in the Food industry, specializing in the production and distribution of high-quality products. With a commitment to excellence and a reputation for delivering high quality products, they are seeking a dynamic and motivated Telesales person to join their team. If you are passionate about the Food industry, driven to meet sales targets, and excel in building strong customer relationships, we want to hear from you.

Position Overview: As a Telesales person in the Food industry, you will be responsible for promoting and selling our range of products to restaurants, grocery stores, hotels, and other foodservice establishments. Your primary goal is to expand their customer base, increase sales, and maintain strong client relationships. This role will require effective communication, negotiation, and an understanding of the Food industry. You will also be required to undertake some administrative duties.

Key Responsibilities:
Customer Acquisition: Identify and target potential customers in the foodservice industry, including restaurants, hotels, caterers, and retailers, to expand our client base.
Sales Growth: Meet and exceed sales targets by proactively generating leads, conducting product presentations, and negotiating sales contracts.
Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing and prospective customers, addressing their needs and concerns promptly and professionally.
Product Feedback: Gather feedback from customers regarding product quality, packaging, and pricing, and relay this information to the product development team for continuous improvement.
Admin Roles: Invoicing, excel spreadsheets, in house systems and various admin tasks to assist the team at Head Office,

Requirements:
Experience: Proven experience in telesales, preferably within the Food industry or a related field.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively present and negotiate.
Customer-Oriented: A customer-focused mindset with the ability to understand and meet customer needs.
Self-Motivated: Highly motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently.
Team Player: Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and various departments within the organisation.
Computer Literate: experience using Excel spreadsheets and Outlook

Job Types: Full-time / Permanent

Benefits:
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

My client is an established Design & Manufacturing company. They are looking for somebody responsible for company wide Health & Safety and HR related matters, with a specific focus on the technical areas – manufacturing and field service engineering.

Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing and with a dotted reference to the Operations Director, they are looking for a Health & Safety and HR professional who has the drive and passion to develop and improve all of their Health & Safety and HR Processes.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Ensuring all company Health & Safety & HR policies and Manuals are reviewed and updated in line with current legislation.
Full Responsibility for the deployment of Health and Safety Policies and Procedures, ensuring compliance with current Legislative requirements.
Development of a Health and Safety & HR Training Plan for all Key Staff.
Provision of support, mentoring and coaching to staff and management as required.
Undertake a Gap Analysis of all existing Health and Safety Processes and Procedures to develop a business wide Health and Safety Management System.
Review and Upgrade all Fire Plans, Alarm processes and Essential Safety Critical facets within the business.
Development of a Critical Equipment Examination Record which details items for examination and timescales for completion.
Maintain and review all company risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Ensure the company is fully compliant with current Health and Safety and Environmental legislation and law and keep up to date with any changes.
Liaise with key external bodies and internal departments (Insurance, Fleet Management, HSE) in ensuring all existing processes are followed and any changes are communicated correctly.
Oversee the Accident Reporting System, RIDDOR requirements and documentation.
Review all existing HR Processes and Documents and update in line with legislator requirements.
Maintaining and updating all HR records always ensuring compliance with GDPR requirements.
Maintaining all staff records including sickness and holiday and providing management information to the Senior Management team.
Co-ordination and involvement in annual appraisals and wage reviews.
Provision of support, mentoring and coaching to staff and management as required.

Success Criteria:
Ensure that the Health & Safety processes reflects the Company’s brand promise of being a market leading provider. Ensuring a safe working environment at all times that is compliant with current and future legislation.
That HR policies and processes are maintained and developed to reflect a modern company’s best-practice standards for HR.
To always be available as a resourceful, knowledgeable staff function to advise, guide, instruct and support both management and general staff within the areas of Health & Safety and HR.

Skills and experience requirements:

The ideal candidate must possess the below skills or experience criteria:

Upgrading business Health & Safety and HR processes.
Upskilling of staff in various departmental areas.
A collaborative approach to changing culture and deploying best practice in every part of a business.
Relevant experience from an SME industrial environment, preferably manufacturing or operations.
Detailed knowledge of current Health & Safety Legislation and Employment Law, DSEAR, COSHH, SSOW etc.
Possess a NEBOSH certificate.
CIPD qualification.

Preferred experience (in addition to the above):
ISO9001 certification and quality management systems.

Personal qualities, skills, and competencies:
Strong communicator – verbally and in writing.
Disciplined and well organised. Pro-active planner.
Structured and results focused.
Strong and positive self-starter with the ability to drive tasks autonomously.
Ability to deal with a significant workload from time to time.
Honest, collaborative & transparent team player.
Energetic, enthusiastic, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Can do attitude.

My client is a Steel Stockholder & Processor, they are actively looking to recruit a proven and commercially driven Managing Director.

Relevant Experience: -
Experience of senior management position with profit and loss responsibility.
ideally operating as a Managing Director or General Manager.
Working in a metal processing or manufacturing industry.
Experience of development and implementation of business strategies.
Proven track record of delivering growth.
Setting and controlling budgets.
Experience of managing a sales team – setting targets and driving performance.
Managing customer and supplier relationships.
Experience of negotiating with customers and suppliers, ideally with large
corporate organisations.
An understanding of managing Health & Safety regulations
An understanding of manufacturing operations.

Qualifications/ Training
Formal management training qualifications.

Special Knowledge
Steel Industry is desirable, not essential.

Disposition/ Attitude
Shows clear integrity.
Understanding of how to develop and maintain high quality service.
High emotional intelligence being able to listen to divergent ideas.
‘Hands on’ approach and prepared to cover any role or function as necessary.
Strong leader who is prepared to take tough decisions.
Shows an empathetic approach to employee management.
Ambitious for themselves and the business as a whole.
Positive and optimistic with the ability to sell a vision.
Quick learner and adaptable.
High tolerance for stress.
Competitive.
Entrepreneurial.

Practical/ Intellectual
A strong financial acumen, with the ability to interpret numbers and take appropriate actions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable Criteria: -
Experience of managing Health & Safety
Experience of managing operational processes.
Understanding of stockholding and distribution.
Supporting Qualifications.
Marketing experience.

My client is an award-winning manufacturing company. Having secured multiple new corporate partnerships, established new export channels and with high growth projected in the coming months. They are now looking to expand their team to help support and accelerate their growth.

They are looking for a full-time Head of Quality to join their fast-paced Operations team, assisting the CEO and Head of Operations with all quality aspects of running our fast-growth manufacturing operation.

You will manage the in-house Quality team to ensure compliance with all regulatory and legislative requirements, this will include coordination of the completion of internal audits to drive a continuous improvement with a robust safety culture at both of our Manufacturing facilities in the Midlands. This will involve reviewing and management of our compliance with existing standards for ISO 22000, GMP, and HACCP. They also have GFSI certification FSSC 22000.

The ideal candidate will have a min of 5 years’ experience in a similar role and demonstrable experience in a Head of Quality role within a food manufacturing / Processing environment, and pharmaceutical industry.

You will be flexible in your approach to work. From time to time, they may be required to travel, and also start and finish at different times to meet the needs of the business. You must have strong planning and organisation skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail.

Key Priorities: -

Regulatory Compliance: -
Understand and ensure compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., FDA, FSA), implement and maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for food and pharmaceuticals. Oversee adherence to labeling requirements for products.
Product Quality Assurance: -
Develop and implement quality control procedures for raw materials, manufacturing processes, and finished products. Establish and monitor quality metrics to ensure consistent product quality. Conduct regular audits of manufacturing processes and facilities to identify and rectify potential issues.
Risk Management: -
Identify and assess risks associated with product quality and safety. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize quality-related incidents. Ensure proper handling of product recalls and corrective actions when necessary.
Continuous Improvement: - Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the quality department and across the organisation. Implement quality improvement initiatives based on data analysis and feedback from stakeholders. Stay informed about advancements in quality management practices and technology.
Supplier Management: -
Evaluate and qualify suppliers of raw materials and packaging components. Establish supplier quality agreements and conduct regular assessments to ensure compliance. Address any quality issues with suppliers promptly and effectively.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: - Collaborate with other departments such as R&D, New Product Development and Operations to ensure alignment on quality objectives. Provide training and support to employees across the organization to promote a culture of quality and compliance. Communicate effectively with senior management to provide updates on quality-related matters and seek support for initiatives.
Pharmaceutical Expertise: - A. Leverage pharmaceutical background to understand and apply principles of pharmaceutical quality management to food manufacturing. Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical quality standards and requirements in addition to food industry standards. Provide guidance on pharmaceutical-specific aspects such as stability testing, batch record review, and documentation practices.

Working Hours - Monday to Friday – 40 hours per week / 8-hour shifts

My client is an established and very successful production and distribution company. Committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability, we aim to deliver superior products while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

They are seeking a dedicated and experienced Management Accountant to join their finance team. You will play a pivotal role in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, providing critical insights to support strategic decision-making within the organisation.

Responsibilities:

1. Financial Reporting and Analysis: -
•Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly management accounts, budget variance analysis, and forecasts.
•Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to provide insights into business performance, cost efficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.

2. Budgeting and Forecasting: -
•Assist in the development of annual budgets and long-term financial plans in coordination with department heads and senior management.
•Monitor actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying and addressing variances.

3. Cost Control and Management: -
•Analyse costs across different departments and products, identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
•Collaborate with operational teams to develop cost-saving strategies while maintaining product quality and business objectives.

4. Financial Compliance and Procedures:
•Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
•Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risks.

5. Financial Decision Support:
•Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic business decisions.
•Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate investment proposals, pricing strategies, and new business initiatives.

6. Ad Hoc Financial Projects:
•Participate in special projects as assigned, which may include process improvements, system implementations, or other strategic initiatives.

Requirements:

Relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) preferred.
Proven experience (2 years) in management accounting or financial analysis.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting.
Advanced Excel skills: experience with ERP systems is advantageous.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Benefits:
Pension plan
Opportunities for career growth and development
Collaborative and supportive work environment

CNC Setter / Operator, Redditch, £13.00-£16.00 per hour

My client is a precision engineering specialist supplying products to a wide range of customers. They are looking to recruit proven experienced CNC Setter / Operators to join their team, operating Doosan, Haas, Brother and Harrison machines.

This role will primarily involve milling. Experience of boring in particular and manual machining processes would be an advantage. They would be willing to train someone with CNC turning / milling experience. Batch sizes vary dependent on the product and machine. The customer base is diverse as are the types of products machined in terms of size and quantities.

Key Responsibilities:
Operating and setting of 4 axis milling CNC Machines.
You will be working with aluminium castings and extrusions, Bronze and cast-iron castings plus stainless steel and brass stampings.
Using measuring equipment

Skills / Competencies
Strong knowledge of machinery within a machine shop, experience of manufacturing precision parts to tight tolerances on CNC machines, lathes and millers.
Ideally have experience of both turning and milling.
The ability to understand and modify, if required, programs on milling machining centres.
A good knowledge of cutting data to machine aluminium, stainless steel, cast iron, brass.
Excellent communication skills and a proactive team player
Must be seeking a hands-on role.
Strong knowledge of measuring equipment.
Knowledge of Fanuc and/or Siemens controls.
Must be able to set and operate the machines.
Knowledge of TPM programs an advantage.
Flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
Able to interpret engineering drawings.
Able to use a wide variety of measuring equipment.
Maintain a safe working environment ensuring all company procedures are followed.
Commitment, dedication, willingness and a positive attitude are a must

Education and experience:
CNC setting experience is essential (Fanuc and/or Siemens controls).
Understanding of lean manufacturing (TPM, 5S, ETC).
General computer skills.

Challenges
Fast moving Manufacturing business with high focus on its machining capabilities.
Volume and 1 off machining requirements need to be balanced to meet demand.
Tight deadlines on first offs and manufacturing.
Expanding Machine shop with new machines planned going forward.

Career progression, quarterly company performance bonus and Pension.
Company offers job security and stability, due to a sustained growing customer base.

Hours are 7.15am to 4.15pm Monday to Thursday, 7.15am to 12.15pm on a Friday.

Salary is £13.60 to £16.00 but they could be flexible for somebody highly skilled in all areas.

They also offer a profit related bonus.

My client is a successful and established Midlands based Shopfitting & Interiors Fit Out Company, who now seeking to recruit an experienced Estimator/QS to join their existing Commercial Department.

The successful person will provide an estimating service by performing analytical tasks for the determination of costs. Calculate the costs of carrying out a project, ensuring that the price charged covers all costs, whilst always being competitive.

Responsibilities: -
Report back to the Directors key aspects of the estimating / QS function of the business in an agreed format.
Develop accounts with existing and new clients in close liaison with the Directors.
Analyse job appraisals to determine accuracy of estimating standards, report variances to the Directors.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the contracts team, site agents, sub-contractors, and all other employees.
Manage the QS function. Provide advice and support, post and pre contract.
Monitor projects costs from pre contract to final account agreement.
Contract law – review and assess risk on framework agreements plus contract documentation and provide feedback to Directors.

Activities (Quantity Surveying / Estimating)
Analyse tenders and job specifications to ensure all required information for calculating costs is included. Communicate with client, architects, consultants and / or contracts team for clarification as required.
Calculate final figure for the estimated cost, supplemented by adjustments for overheads and profit, presenting a tender price.
Compile estimates for projects / tenders as per agreed format.
Carry out negotiations with sub-contract trades for achievement of best cost of value.
Refine specifications to provide for better production, lower costs, and better suitability to meet job requirements.
Produce accurate tender analysis for joinery / production elements when required.
Award orders in agreement with contracts team and purchasing manager based on time required, price and quality of work.
Where necessary survey sites to ensure familiarity with the work being carried out and the environment.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with third party consultants, architects, building control, sub-contractors etc.
Produce all cost information, sub-contract quotations, labour analysis for handover to the Contracts Manager.

Numerical skills for calculating and analysis.
Ability to forward plan.
Construction industry trade experience and understanding.
Ability to communicate, written and spoken, and be able to confidently advise and influence all levels of personnel.

I have a well established client who manufacture and produce metal fabrications.

They are actively seeking welder / fabricators who have proven sub-arc skills.

Sub-arc welding skill and experience are a must for this position.

Servicing, repairing, trouble shooting, stripping, and rebuilding mechanical power presses on site at customers works.

Working on power presses from 1 ton – 1000 tons capacity.

Experience on pneumatic, hydraulic and lubrication systems.

Must have knowledge of the various types of mechanical and friction clutch and brake
units.

Must have a good mechanical understanding of presses including clearances, setting slides, stripping, rebuilding & setting clutches / brakes etc.

Training offered.

Details:
Must have a full clean driving licence.
Must have their own tools.
A van is provided.
Tool allowance.
Mobile Phone allowance.
Would be required to travel and work nationwide and sometimes work away and stay overnight.
Must fill in all their own paperwork, service sheets and time sheets.
Qualification PCN level 2 in NDT crack detection advantageous.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £18.14 per hour (for fully qualified power press engineer).

Work Location: Based out of their premises in Birmingham and to travel to customer premises.

Having a works van would mean that you would not have to pay fuel to and from work and obviously no wear and tear on your own vehicle!