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Shipley

Onsite Coordinator - Temporary Recruitment

Up to £15.50 per hour
Location: Site-based across Euroway Estate (Bradford) and Dewsbury, with occasional visits to Cubed HQ at Salts Mill, Saltaire Salary: Up to £15.50 per hour (£32,240 annualised), depending on experience, plus team Performance Related Pay Contract: Fixed Term Contract up to 12 months, with strong potential to go permanent About the opportunity Cubed Talent is the principal recruitment partner to one of the UK’s largest, best-known and most successful multi-disciplinary engineering, M&E and technical services businesses. Following growth in core demand and the award of a major new contract, our client needs high volumes of skilled people across two manufacturing facilities in West Yorkshire, and we’re creating a brand-new role to make it happen. As our Onsite Colleague Co-ordinator, you’ll be the face of Cubed on the shop floor. You’ll be the person new starters meet on day one, the person client stakeholders turn to, and the person who makes sure the right colleagues are in the right place at the right time. What you’ll be doing Supplying colleagues to both manufacturing facilities in line with vacancy demand Organising and running factory tours for applicants and potential candidates (full checklist and guidance provided) Supporting the assessment and selection process, including practical hands-on tasks, scenario and competency-based questions, and culture fit Welcoming every new starter on their first day Delivering the Cubed candidate storyboard to prospective candidates Updating and maintaining management information for both the client and Cubed Carrying out Level 1 return-to-work and performance improvement processes, with escalation routes to Cubed management Being a visible, in-person presence on site for colleagues and client contacts alike, keeping service and engagement levels high What we’re looking for Significant hands-on experience in mechanical or assembly-based manufacturing operations M&E or engineering background would be advantageous, but isn’t essential Supervisory or team leader experience would be a bonus, but isn’t essential Naturally organised, an effective communicator, calm and diplomatic A professional image and demeanour Confident with technology and keen to learn remote and multi-site working tools such as online meetings, content sharing and document management Own car and a clean driving licence What’s in it for you Up to £15.50 per hour (£32,240 annualised) depending on experience Share of team Performance Related Pay, driven by key service delivery metrics Enhanced annual leave Laptop and mobile phone Travel expenses A comprehensive, professional training and development plan, plus on-the-job coaching and support Why fixed term? This role has been created specifically to meet high-volume labour demand across two sites. It’s offered initially as a Fixed Term Contract of up to 12 months, but depending on volumes, timeframes, delivery of objectives and your own performance, there’s a strong possibility it will become permanent. If you know manufacturing, love people and want to be at the heart of a high-profile recruitment partnership, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch with Jess Heywood at Cubed Talent for a confidential chat.
Shipley

Manufacturing Engineer

£40,676 plus bonus and benefits
Join one of the world’s most technically respected names in the design and manufacture of specialist industrial machinery - and be part of something brand new from day one. With decades of engineering heritage, a global customer base and facilities in West Yorkshire, the USA and Asia, this business has launched a dedicated new division designing and manufacturing vending technologies. As Manufacturing Engineer within this new team, you will play a key role in setting up a brand new assembly line from the ground up. That runs from designing new equipment and systems through to supporting new product introduction and championing change management. You will work cross-functionally across production, CI, maintenance and R&D, supported by a Senior Manufacturing Engineer throughout project phases. This is a rare chance to shape a new operation rather than inherit one, in a technically stimulating environment with real variety and real purpose. Compensation & Benefits Salary: £40,676 per annum Annual Bonus: Up to £2,200 (non-contractual) Healthcare: Health Cash Plan Annual Leave: 33 days Pension: Enhanced Pension Scheme Working Hours: Flexible start and finish times Location: Working across both Shipley and Leeds sites What You’ll Be Doing Designing new systems, equipment and processes to support new product introduction across all operational areas Working cross-functionally from initial product conception through to full production and industrialisation Supporting Design for Manufacture (DfM) and Design for Assembly (DfA) development meetings Supporting the review and tender stages for new capital equipment, helping to define technical specifications Liaising with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders to support live projects Supporting PFMEA development and updates in line with process changes Owning the ECR/ECN change management process for projects Liaising with R&D to ensure new products can be assembled with the correct equipment and processes in place Evaluating and improving manufacturing processes with a focus on quality, efficiency and speed Embracing SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) across all projects What We’re Looking For Qualifications & Knowledge HND or Foundation Degree in Manufacturing Engineering (ideally working towards a full degree) Understanding of metalworking processes and assembly operations Working knowledge of Engineering and Manufacturing BOMs (eBOM/mBOM) Understanding of no fault forward by design principles Experience Experience in an assembly or manufacturing environment, including fixtures and poke yoke Experience commissioning new operations and working as part of project teams Skills & Attributes Proficient in CAD (2D and 3D) - AutoCAD and Siemens NX preferred Strong problem-solving ability Good time management across concurrent tasks and projects Clear communicator with a collaborative, team-focused approach Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset How to Apply To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Jess at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354. We would love to hear from engineering professionals ready for their next step.
Leeds

Quality Assurance Engineer

£40,676 per annum plus bonus and benefits
Cubed Talent are proud to be partnering with a market-leading engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced Quality Assurance Engineer. This is a pivotal role focused on ensuring that business processes and products meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and customer expectation. Acting as the voice of the customer, you will play a key role in embedding a “Total Quality” culture, driving continuous improvement across manufacturing, assembly, supplier quality, and internal systems. If you’re a technically strong quality professional with a background in mechanical engineering and a passion for process improvement, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact across the business. The Opportunity As Quality Assurance Engineer, you will facilitate business functions to ensure they operate in line with the company’s Quality Commitment and Policy. You will support departments in improving processes, resolving non-conformances, managing supplier quality, and reducing the impact of poor quality. This role combines hands-on investigation, cross-functional collaboration, and systems development — ensuring that quality is embedded into every aspect of the business rather than simply inspected at the end. Key Responsibilities You will promote a “Total Quality” ethos across all business functions, acting as the voice of the customer to ensure process owners are accountable for quality performance. You will investigate internal non-conformances and component failures, resolve customer complaints, and facilitate supplier approvals, audits, and performance improvement initiatives. You will support the development and maintenance of the Integrated Management System (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001), conduct internal audits, create and review inspection reports, and proactively improve internal systems. Additionally, you will monitor Quality KPIs, support enterprise change management, and provide reporting to inform senior leadership decision-making. What You’ll Bring You will have a minimum HND, Engineering Degree, or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally with formal Quality training (e.g., CQI / IRCA). Experience in auditing, mechanical engineering practices, and production techniques such as machining, fabrication, welding, and casting is essential. You should be confident investigating faults, interpreting engineering drawings, and driving process improvements across teams. Experience of ISO systems, Lean tools, and data-driven problem solving will be highly valued. Technical Knowledge & Expertise Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 standards Familiarity with mechanical engineering production techniques (machining, fabrication, welding, casting) Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Quality tools Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Experience with ERP/IT systems such as IBS or JDE Why Join? This is an opportunity to play a central role in shaping quality assurance within a technically sophisticated manufacturing business. You’ll work across departments, influence process owners, manage supplier quality, and strengthen systems to ensure continuous improvement. Location: Shipley Salary: £40,676 per annum Benefits: Up to £2200 annual bonus Health cash plan Enhanced pension scheme 33 days annual leave Flexible start/finish times Professional development support Opportunity to work within a highly collaborative, improvement-focused environment Ready to drive quality excellence across a precision-led manufacturing business? Apply today with a full CV or contact Jess Heywood for a confidential discussion on 01274 599354.

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I can't thank Cubed enough for helping me get back into a full time job within a week of being back in Leeds. Thanks for helping me secure the interview and helping me improve my CV. A big thank you to the team

J HutchinsonCandidate

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!

A RehmanCandidate

Amazing agency, Alex Ingham is a super wonderful person, she was persistent in making sure everything went through in order to land me the job I wanted. 100% happy and would definitely recommend to anyone. Thank you for your service Alex it is whole heartedly appreciated!

M AkhtarCandidate

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.

L WasilewskiCandidate

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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Cubed Talent is an independent, owner-operated recruitment specialist with deep roots in Yorkshire.

Co-founded by Rob Fleming, former Director of Pace Micro Technology, and recruitment veteran Steven Street, our business operates across fixed locations, onsite operations, and strategic hubs, and is even embedded in-house with clients.

With engineering, technology, and manufacturing at our core, we offer a unique blend of expertise.  Cubed have a highly experienced, proven and results driven team of sector specialists, working across the company.

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