Your Trusted Partner for Career Advancement.

Your Career Partner

At Cubed Talent we know your career is more than just a job - it’s about finding the right place to grow, develop and achieve your potential. Our role is to be your trusted partner, supporting you at every step of the journey.

Whether you are looking for a permanent role, a temporary assignment or a new challenge, we work closely with you to understand your aspirations, your skills and your goals.

Permanent roles

Changing jobs can feel overwhelming, but it does not have to be. With Cubed you will be supported by an expert consultant who takes the time to get to know you. From career guidance and interview coaching to salary advice and market insights, we make the process clear, honest and straightforward. We work with some of the UK’s leading employers and often have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find elsewhere. If your perfect role is not in our network today, we will do our best to find it for you.

Temporary roles

For us, temporary does not mean second best. When you work with Cubed, you are part of the team. We treat you as colleagues, not agency workers, and are committed to securing fair, rewarding and progressive assignments. Each placement offers the chance to build experience, develop skills and connect with respected employers across Yorkshire and beyond.

Why candidates choose Cubed

  • Personal guidance tailored to your career goals

  • Exclusive opportunities with top employers

  • Open and transparent communication at every stage

  • Professional development support through training, mentoring and career pathways

  • A people-first approach where you are valued, supported and respected

At Cubed Talent, our commitment is simple. We will listen, we will guide, and we will connect you with opportunities where you can thrive.

Ready to take your next step?

Register with Cubed Talent today and let’s find the role that’s right for you or browse our latest roles.

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Onsite Coordinator - Temporary Recruitment

Shipley
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.

Manufacturing Engineer

Shipley
£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.

Quality Assurance Engineer

Leeds
£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.

Stores Operative

Bradford
Starting at £13.46 per hour, rising to £14.45 per hour
Our client, one of the UK's leading independent engineering and services businesses specialising in Modular and Offsite Manufacturing, is looking for a reliable, motivated Stores Operative to join their busy stores and logistics team. This is a hands-on role keeping materials moving, stored, and controlled in a fast-paced warehouse and manufacturing environment, with a genuine route to a permanent position for the right person. Working Hours – 4-Day Week Monday to Wednesday: 07:00–17:00 Thursday: 07:00–16:30 Day shifts only, no weekends. Overtime regularly available on Fridays if wanted, paid at premium rates. Pay & Progression Grade 1: £13.46 per hour Grade 2: £14.45 per hour A clear grading structure lets you progress based on performance and capability. What You'll Be Doing Receiving, checking, and booking in goods Inspecting deliveries for damage or discrepancies against paperwork Moving and storing stock across the warehouse and yard Keeping stock records and paperwork accurate Keeping stores and work areas clean, tidy, and organised Working with the manufacturing shop floor so materials arrive on time Occasionally using the company pickup to collect and deliver goods Following all health & safety procedures What You'll Need Full clean UK driving licence, held for 2+ years Aged 25 or over, because of the company vehicle insurance requirements Previous experience in stores, warehouse, or logistics Good attention to detail and a proactive attitude Ability to work independently and as part of a team Comfortable in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment An FLT license would be beneficial, but not essential What's In It For You 4-day week with Fridays off Competitive hourly rate with clear progression Day shifts only, no weekends Free on-site parking Training and development   Interested? Apply now or get in touch with Alex Hadley at Cubed Talent for more details.
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