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Shipley

Manufacturing Engineer

£39,300 plus benefits
Are you an experienced manufacturing engineer looking for a new challenge? We're looking for a manufacturing engineer to develop and improve processes throughout our clients manufacturing areas. Our client is a Global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of high-speed metal forming and finishing machinery, with an $8.5 bn turnover, a reputation for excellence and operations in 41 countries. They have proudly achieved The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise for their international trade, innovation and sustainable development. Salary, hours and benefits: Salary of £39,300 per annum Non-contractual annual bonus 33 days holiday (inclusive of stats) Westfield Health Up to 9% employer pension contributions, 6% employee contributions Flexible start and finish times, 37.5 hours per week – core hours Monday to Thursday 9:30 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 16:30 & Friday 9:30 to 13:00. About the role: With responsibilities including designing of new equipment, processes, procedures and systems, purchasing and overseeing equipment installation, this role will work cross functionally on various projects. Duties will include: Design new systems, equipment and processes to support new product introduction across operational areas.  Support Design for Manufacture (DfM) and Design for Assembly (DfA) development meetings to ensure the smooth transition in to full production.   Support during the review and tender stages for new equipment, working with internal stakeholder to agree technical specification. Improve current operations as requested, working cross functionally to agree scope and delivery in full.  Supports PFMEA and update according to changes.  Liaise with research and development staff to ensure new product can be assembled and the correct processes and equipment are available for start-up.  Develop effective automated and non-automated systems.  Testing new and existing production processes.  Champion change management processes owning the ECR/ECN process for projects.  Embrace SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) in all projects.  Evaluate manufacturing processes based on quality criteria focusing on efficiency and speed.  About you: The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally covering areas of discrete part manufacture, and assembly operation, including fixtures and poke yoke.  An understanding of fast-moving machinery would be desirable but not essential as training could be provided.   Applicants should also have: Formal technical qualifications or experience in Manufacturing Engineering - HND or Foundation Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, ideally working towards a full degree.   Understanding of metal working processes.  Understanding of assembly and no fault forward by design.   Working knowledge of Engineering and Manufacturing BOMs (eBOM/mBOM) aligned with operations team assembly and manufacturing methods.  CAD (2D and 3D) ideally AutoCAD and Siemens NX. CAD/CAM knowledge. Previous experience in assembly or manufacturing operations, including commissioning of new operations. Experience managing projects from concept to completion. Experience of MRP/ERP systems. If this sounds like a suitable role for you, please contact Jess at Cubed Talent for more details on 01274 599354 or apply online for consideration.
Shipley

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

c £60k per annum plus bonus and benefits
Are you an experienced Design Engineer looking to step into a senior, technically influential role? We are recruiting on behalf of a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of high-speed metal forming and finishing machinery, with a turnover of $8.5bn, operations in 41 countries, and a long-standing reputation for engineering excellence. The business is a proud recipient of The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in International Trade, Innovation and Sustainable Development. Based at the company’s UK headquarters in Bradford, the Senior Design Engineer will play a critical role within the New Product Development function, acting as Project Design Authority and taking ownership of the delivery of robust, innovative technical solutions across complex engineering projects. The Role As Senior Design Engineer, you will be responsible for defining, developing and validating technical solutions from concept through to delivery. Working within a team of experienced design engineers, you will provide technical leadership across projects, support continuous improvement of NPD processes, and contribute to the protection and development of the company’s intellectual property. Key Responsibilities Act as Project Design Authority, responsible for the delivery of the complete project technical solution Generate technical requirements from customer needs and product specifications Develop design concepts to meet defined functional requirements Document design assumptions, trade-offs and calculations within the project design file Evaluate design concepts, assessing technical and project risks to select preferred solutions Use Failure Mode Effects and Analysis (FMEA) techniques to identify and mitigate technical risks Prepare and present technical reports for project gate reviews Generate test plans to verify design concepts and overall system performance Identify opportunities for the protection of design intellectual property (IP) Adopt and actively use New Product Development (NPD) processes and tools throughout the project lifecycle Coordinate with the Quality Department to define incoming inspection requirements for component verification Provide technical support to the Publications Department in the creation of product manuals, build books and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) About You You will be an experienced Design Engineer, operating at a senior level or ready to take that next step, with a strong background in mechanical engineering and complex machinery. You’ll be comfortable leading technical projects, making sound engineering decisions, and communicating effectively across teams and stakeholders.   Experience & Qualifications Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering Proven experience leading or contributing significantly to technical engineering projects Experienced user of CAD systems to produce models and detailed drawings Technical Knowledge & Skills Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and standards Material properties and engineering standards Machining methods and manufacturing techniques High-speed, bespoke or automated machinery (including can making industry/process knowledge) Drawing and Bill of Materials (BoM) configuration management systems Sensor technologies and solutions Electrical drive and mechanical transmission systems Hydraulics, pneumatics and lubrication systems Strong problem-solving capability with excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary project teams and with suppliers, partners and customers What’s on Offer Circa £60,000 salary plus up to 15% annual bonus Flexible working hours and enhanced annual leave Bupa private medical insurance and health cash plan Employer pension contribution of up to 9% (6% employee contribution) Generous life assurance scheme of up to 7x salary Clear opportunities for progression and ongoing professional development If this sounds like the opportunity you’re looking for and you’d like to arrange an initial confidential discussion, please apply online or contact Jess Heywood at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354.
Shipley

Print Finisher - Bobst Embossing Operator

32,000
Print Finisher – Bobst Foiling Operative Location: Shipley, West Yorkshire Salary: £32,000 per annum Employment Type: Permanent We are proud to be partnering with a well-established, owner-managed SME that supplies premium packaging to some of the UK’s leading retailers. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, they offer a full turnkey service and are now looking to add a skilled Bobst Foiling Operative to their team. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional results and take pride in getting it right first time, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.   What’s in it for you? £32,000 per annum Permanent position Double day shifts: Mon–Thu: 6:00am–1:45pm & Fri: 6:00am–12:30pm Mon–Thu: 1:45pm–9:00pm & Fri: 12:00pm–7:45pm 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) Free on-site parking Uniform provided   The Role As a Bobst Foiling Operative, you will: Operate B1 foiling machines to produce high-quality packaging products Work with a range of materials, including flat, fluted, and multi-level dies Ensure products meet customer specifications and quality standards Run machines at optimal efficiency and troubleshoot issues when required Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance Maintain compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001, BRC, and GMP standards   What You’ll Bring Proven experience in foiling, embossing, and die-cutting Strong ability to produce high-quality work to precise customer requirements Knowledge of machine troubleshooting to ensure maximum uptime Experience with Bobst Foil Master equipment (advantageous)   If you're an experienced print finisher or Bobst operator looking to join a progressive and quality-focused organisation, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career! Print Finisher – Bobst Foiling Operative Location: Shipley, West Yorkshire Salary: £32,000 per annum Employment Type: Permanent We are proud to be partnering with a well-established, owner-managed SME that supplies premium packaging to some of the UK’s leading retailers. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, they offer a full turnkey service and are now looking to add a skilled Bobst Foiling Operative to their team. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional results and take pride in getting it right first time, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.   What’s in it for you? £32,000 per annum Permanent position Double day shifts: Mon–Thu: 6:00am–1:45pm & Fri: 6:00am–12:30pm Mon–Thu: 1:45pm–9:00pm & Fri: 12:00pm–7:45pm 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) Free on-site parking Uniform provided   The Role As a Bobst Foiling Operative, you will: Operate B1 foiling machines to produce high-quality packaging products Work with a range of materials, including flat, fluted, and multi-level dies Ensure products meet customer specifications and quality standards Run machines at optimal efficiency and troubleshoot issues when required Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance Maintain compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001, BRC, and GMP standards   What You’ll Bring Proven experience in foiling, embossing, and die-cutting Strong ability to produce high-quality work to precise customer requirements Knowledge of machine troubleshooting to ensure maximum uptime Experience with Bobst Foil Master equipment (advantageous)   If you're an experienced print finisher or Bobst operator looking to join a progressive and quality-focused organisation, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career!

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I’d like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding recruitment support provided by Jess. Her professionalism, clear communication, and dedication throughout the process made a real difference. She offered valuable guidance at every stage and ensured a smooth and efficient experience. Highly recommend her services to anyone!

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Cubed is one of the best, if not the best, recruitment agencies on the market. Thanks to the team, I was able to secure a permanent position in a great company. The whole recruitment process went smoothly and quickly. My only regret is that I didn't encounter them earlier. 5-star service, full of professionalism and helpful advice. Can't recommend them enough.

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We worked with Cubed for over three years and have recently re-engaged to support another long term and business critical project. They supported the business with setting up our RPO and therefore worked closely with both the HR and management teams. Cubed take the time to understand our recruitment needs and in particular the niche skills required in our business

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