Latest Vacancies

Production / Customer Planner (German)     Ref. 2042      Nr. Cardiff

Salary £22,000 to £26,000 depending on experience

Our client is a major international manufacturing company in the automotive sector. Due to continued success and growth an exciting opportunity has become available for a Customer Planner to join the company. This position is open to experienced candidates and would also suit an ambitious and determined graduate wishing to gain high quality skills with a top manufacturing company.

Main Duties

• Production Planner for a key customer
• Processing customer orders on a daily basis
• Preparing stock for shipment with despatch team
• Coordinating with production schedulers to ensure on time production planning
• Communicating with customer contacts and sales team
• Sales forecasting in planning system to promote long term stability
• Project coordinator for SAP EDL roll-out

Candidate requirements

·         Minimum HND in a business related discipline

·         German language essential

·         Knowledge of SAP (APO) beneficial

·         Understanding of manufacturing processes, ideally gained within a high volume light engineering assembly environment.

·         Experience gained in an automotive environment particularly advantageous

·         Conversant with a range of Lean Supply planning techniques

Please email your CV to katie@prosperec.co.uk stating your salary requirements and notice period or telephone Katie McGrath on 01792 645151 for further information

Graduate Technical Sales Coordinator               Ref 2009       

Mid Glam        Salary Circa £18k – 25k dependent on experience

Our clients are an established and highly successful manufacturing company based in the Mid Glamorgan area supplying a range of products to major international companies. Their continued success and the need to maintain and develop their services has created an opportunity for a Trainee Technical Sales Coordinator to join their busy but small team.

Duties of the job

• Lead identification and generation
• Generation of sales plans and targets
• Creation of technical and commercial presentations
• Preparation of customer quotations
• Sales account management
• Negotiating with customers and global suppliers
• Provision of technical information to and support of the Purchasing function in sourcing components

Candidate requirements

• Candidates are required to hold a degree in a technical / engineering discipline
• Candidates with either a year or two’s experience will also be considered.
• You must be willing to travel both within Europe and the Far East. The ability to speak a second language, particularly German would be advantageous.          
• Applicants are required to have a good mathematical ability.  

Please email your CV to katie@prosperec.co.uk stating your salary requirements and notice period or telephone Katie McGrath on 01792 645151 for further information

Workshop Supervisor                        Ref: 2041                               Dyfed

Salary C£22K

Our client is a successful engineering company who offers a variety of toolmaking, press production, assembly work and general engineering services. A challenging appointment has now become available for a Workshop Supervisor to manage the shopfloor team.

Main Duties:

• Reporting directly to the General Manager you will be involved in the running of a small press and tool shop.
• Organise production schedule in order to meet delivery deadlines
• Development of production planning systems
• Management and development of all production staff
• Management of external customers requirements and queries
• Setting power press machines and checking safety guarding

Candidate requirements: 

·         Supervisory experience is essential from within an Engineering environment

·         Candidates are required to have hands on tool and press room experience and be able to set power press machines and check safety guarding

• Experience of ISO and QS systems

·         Experience from within the Automotive industry would be of interest as would candidates with toolmaking experience

·         Computer Literacy

Interested candidates should email their CVs to katie@prosperec.co.uk ASAP stating their salary requirements and notice period. For further information please call Katie McGrath on 01792 645151

Process Technologist (Chemical / Chemistry / Physical Applied Science)

         Ref: 2010                                                                  Nr. Swansea  

Salary c£23 - £30K + Generous Bonus + benefits

Our client is a major subsidiary of a leading global company employing in excess of 12,000 people worldwide refining nickel in the UK producing pellets and high specification powders through the carbonyl process. An exciting career opportunity has become available for a Process engineer to join the technical team.

Duties of the job

As part of the Technical Team you will be involved in Project based activity dedicated to ongoing improvements in products and processes with particular emphasis in the following areas.  

• Process Improvements
• Plant Design
• Product Development

Candidate Requirements

• Good honours degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering / Chemistry of a Physical / Applied Science
• It would be useful if you have 3 years experience within a process environment
• It would be useful if you have experience within a Total Quality Management environment

Please email your CV to joanna@prosperec.co.uk or telephone Joanna Llewelyn 01792 645151 for further information

Quality  Manager                   Ref: 2040                                Swansea

Salary C£36k+

Our client is a major subsidiary of a leading global company employing in excess of 12,000 people worldwide refining nickel in the UK producing pellets and high specification powders through the carbonyl process.

A position has now become available for a Quality Services Manager in the Technical Department.

Main Duties:

The roles main accountability will be to liaise between customers and our clients especially for the sites products, which requires the knowledge and commitment to lead efforts to continually improve customer services and product stewardship at the Plant.

Candidate requirements: 

The successful candidate will ideally be educated to degree level or equivalent and will be responsible for document control and the internal audit function of the Integrated Management System, comprising ISO 9001.2000, ISO 14001.2004, OHSAS 18001.1999 at their site. 

Interested candidates should email their CVs to joanna@prosperec.co.uk ASAP stating their salary requirements and notice period. For further information please call Joanna Llewelyn on 01792 645151

Quality Technician                           Ref 2039                               Nr Cardiff

Salary £22,240 + benefits

Our client is a highly successful and major manufacturing company and a challenging appointment has now become available for a Quality Technician reporting to the Quality Systems Manager.

Duties of the job

• Provide a Technical service to the production marketing & sales areas as & when required
• Carry out process audits across all relevant departments within the company
• Verify processes or products to determine conformance to requirements
• Working with the production departments in undertaking corrective actions to resolve problems.
• Maintain confidence levels on all critical supplied components i.e. random batch sampling, internal process controls and supplier appraisals
• Carry out internal Quality System Audits & compile finished reports
• Provide capability studies both on product & processes
• Produce Technical reports of a high standard.
• Liaise with suppliers & co-ordinate visits both at site and at their premises 

Candidate requirements

• A recognised engineering apprenticeship & qualification preferably in a manufacturing background.
• Must have a working knowledge of product/process statistics i.e. capability studies (SPC).
• Computer literate, with the ability to use computer software, including the use of statistical analysis packages, integrated software packages e.g. database, spreadsheets & word-processing
• Capable of analysing problems, developing potential solutions for such problems & for presenting these solutions to management
• Must be able to work & communicate in a professional manner with customers both internal/external (UK & overseas).

Interested candidates should email their CVs to katie@prosperec.co.uk or call Katie McGrath on 01792 645151 for further information. A full medical and security clearance will be undertaken at interview stage.

Buyer                                             Ref: 2038                               West Wales

Salary C£20-25k depending upon experience

Our clients are an integrated biopharmaceutical company focused on developing, manufacturing and marketing oncology and critical care products.  The company employs 190 people on a global basis but the main manufacturing facilities are located in West Wales. They are an FDA and MHRA licensed manufacturing facility and currently have a permanent vacancy for a Buyer.

Reporting to Head of Logistics, you will be responsible for purchasing all items required by our clients and primary contact with suppliers.

Duties of the job:

• Co-ordinate and authorise all purchases for all inventory items. Acting as first and main point of contact with these suppliers.
• Review and management of the supplier base, evaluating performance and arranging feedback to the main suppliers.
• Review current prices and lead times from key suppliers.

·         Review cost saving opportunities with suppliers (alternative products or terms and conditions).

• Source and introduce new suppliers/materials when appropriate.
• Co-ordinate product returns to suppliers.
• Generate and communicate supplier forecasts and delivery schedules in conjunction with inventory analyst.
• Co-ordinate non inventory item purchases.
• Review spend v budget for main suppliers and predict future expenditure.
• Conduct supplier audits.
• Review opportunities for consignment stock holding to minimise inventory holding.
• Any other duties as requested by Procurement and Contracts Manager.

Candidate requirements:

1.  Graduate in related discipline, having gained or working towards professional qualifications or equivalent industrial experience.

2.  Proven experience of negotiating contracts.

3.  Proven experience of implementing cost management changes.

4.  IT literate with an aptitude for learning.

5.  Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Interested candidates should email their CVs to joanna@prosperec.co.uk and for further information please call Joanna Llewelyn on 01792 645151

Sales Assistant (Scientific Sector)            Ref: 2037                Nr Cardiff

Salary £ 18-25k 

Our UK based client is a specialist manufacturer and global distributor of analytical instrumentation and associated sampling equipment.  The company's comprehensive portfolios of products have led to a continued period of successful expansion and as such are looking to recruit to this key position.

They are looking for an individual to take on sales support rather than front-line sales. However, depending on the individuals who apply, there would be opportunity for some pro-active direct selling (e.g. of ancillary products to existing users) if the successful applicant had ambitions in that direction.

Candidate Responsibilities

• Dealing with all web and email enquiries from customers - i.e. responding directly to customers, clarifying interest/request, logging enquiry, forwarding details to relevant sales person, sending any information required urgently by the customer and following up later with sales person and / or customer themselves 
• Preparing quotations and assisting sales and customers to optimise system configurations
• Talking / dealing with all customer telephone sales enquiries and responding to price and delivery time requests
• Getting to know distributors and proactively helping / encouraging them to be as successful as possible 
• Working with Customer Services to maintain price lists and monitor customer satisfaction
• Maintaining customer database 
• Assisting with monthly sales forecast

Candidate requirements: 

• Excellent telephone manner,
• A background in chemistry or a similar discipline is essential
• Previous commercial experience would also be advantageous.

Interested candidates should email their CVs to joanna@prosperec.co.uk ASAP stating their salary requirements and notice period. For further information please call Joanna Llewelyn on 01792 645151

Maintenance Craftsmen – Electrical          Ref 2035                   Nr Cardiff

3 month fixed term contract          Salary £22,240 + benefits

Our client is a highly successful and major manufacturing company and two challenging appointments have now become available for Maintenance Craftsmen (Electrical). The pattern to be worked will be regular Days.

Duties of the job

• To make a positive contribution towards developing and maintaining the workplace and equipment to a high standard.  To independently carry out installation and commissioning of electrical equipment with up to 415V potential.
• Installation of distribution systems, including cable and equipment selection, and test procedures.    
• All work (and time) must be entered into MAXIMO (a Computer Aided Maintenance Management System).
• To work to the control procedures set out in the local DOM.
• Power failure correction, including overloads and replacing fuses.
• Sensing and switching device problems.
• Use of basic PLC fault diagnostics and programming.
• Component failures, repairs and replacement of relays, contactors, coils, solenoids and PCBs.
• Cable faults, testing and repair.
• Motor and drive faults (AC & DC) - thyristor motor drives.
• Motor repairs, including bearings and brushes.

Candidate requirements

• A Craftsman will have attained at least 12 months experience as well as having completed a relevant certificated maintenance apprenticeship, preferably in a process industry, with an ONC/HNC preferred.
• A good understanding of the use of PLCs (Allen Bradley / Siemens) in fault finding, and programming.
• To have a good knowledge of the electrical safety regulations.
• A good all round electrical maintenance ability.
• A good understanding of electrical measurements and instrumentation.

Interested candidates should email their CVs to katie@prosperec.co.uk or call Katie McGrath on 01792 645151 for further information. A full medical and security clearance will be undertaken at interview stage.

Maintenance Craftsmen – Mechanical             Ref 2036           Nr Cardiff

3 month fixed term contract      Salary £22,240

Our client is a highly successful and major manufacturing company and two challenging appointments have now become available for Maintenance Craftsmen (Mechanical). The pattern to be worked will be regular Days.

Duties of the job

• The job falls into the ‘Senior Craft’ category, which requires a high standard in the areas of examination, technical skills, accountability and diagnostic work.
• Use of a range of hand tools for equipment dismantling.
• Use of a range of hand held power tools including drilling machines, angle grinders, jigsaws etc, also pneumatic tools / mechanical hammer devices, ratchets etc.
• Follow maintenance task plans and hit objectives and timescales.
• Carry out basic electrical tasks in line with the company multi-skill requirements.
• Required to work in confined spaces and at height.

·         To have an appreciation of plant condition monitoring.

·         A good appreciation of friction and lubrication effects in moving parts.

Candidate requirements

• A Craftsman will have attained at least 12 months experience as well as having completed a relevant certificated maintenance apprenticeship, preferably in a process industry, with an ONC/HNC preferred.
• A good all round mechanical maintenance ability and diagnostic technique.
• An ability to undertake bench fitting duties, plus basic machining duties, to include turning, milling, drilling and grinding.
• An ability to undertake various welding activities, to include electric arc, MIG and gas.
• To have a good understanding of common mechanical regulations, for example, abrasive wheels, gas safety, mechanical isolation, machinery guarding etc.
• A basic understanding of chemicals and the dangers that they present.

·     Able to use an electronic Maintenance Management System for task generation and work progress logging.

Interested candidates should email their CVs to katie@prosperec.co.uk or call Katie McGrath on 01792 645151 for further information. A full medical and security clearance will be undertaken at interview stage.

HR Business Partner                     Ref: 2033                                 Swansea 

Salary circa £38k (negotiable)  

Competitive stock units and benefits are offered.

Our client is a major international retail and distribution company. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing the human capital capability requirements of the site. The company is seeking a progressive, hands-on, customer-obsessed HR Business Partner who will help to develop their operations. The individual will report to the site HR Manager.

Duties of the job:

·         Implement employment policies and procedures relevant to the sites need’s

·         Support and advise Line Managers in their management and development of their direct reports

·         Ensure compliance with UK and EU legislation

·         Monitor trends and development in the HR/Competency Development field to support the company’s business strategy and link with learning organisation initiatives

·         Integrate new global HR processes as appropriate at site

·         Participate in national and international HR projects

·         Provide performance management expertise and assistance to sustain the highest quality workforce

·         Work with line managers and participate in Investigation, Disciplinary and Grievance meetings

·         Review career structures for developmental purposes

Candidate Requirements:

·         3+ years experience in Human Resources within an international fasted paced customer driven environment

·         You will be CIPD qualified and ideally also hold a degree

·         Proven ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, make best use of limited resources

·         Decision  Making/Complex Problem Solving- proactively gathers the right data from appropriate sources; conducts root cause analysis; refers to long term plans and goals; acts decisively, promptly and confidently; complex analysis

·         High hiring bar recruiting experience

Interested candidates should email their CVs ASAP to katie@prosperec.co.uk and call Katie McGrath on 01792 645523 for further information.

Craftsperson (Manufacturing)                 Ref. 2030                    Gwent       

Salary Negotiable  £21K

Opportunity for an experienced Craftsperson to join a major company within the automotive sector to be responsible for assembling and maintaining test rigs / stations

Main duties

• Assemble and operate test rigs and fit test stations

• Interpret the requirements of test plans / produce reports on test data
• Use instrumentation, computerised control / logging equipment
• Monitor test processes
• Be well organised and able to appropriately prioritise work
• Undertake preventive maintenance and organise stores orders
• Morning afternoon shifts 6.00 – 2.00 and 2.00 – 10.00

Candidate requirements

• Ideally be apprentice trained and/or have some vehicle fitting experience
• Have an excellent timekeeping and attendance record and a clean disciplinary record
• Have some product knowledge or Trailers and / or Brakes
• Have some computer knowledge
• Demonstrate sound problems solving ability
• Be willing to undertake additional training
• Endurance driving on HGV

Please email your CV to Katie@prosperec.co.uk or telephone 01792 645151 for further information

Laboratory Technician                          Ref:2029                           Cardiff

Temp to Perm £8.20 phr.

Our client is a major international environmentally friendly company which delivers state of the art solar technology for use in a wide variety of consumer products.

Working in the Science and Research department, the main purpose is to provide synthetic and analytical chemistry support to a chemistry lab.

Main duties:

• Carry out synthesis and characterization of colloid material.
• Provide analytical chemistry support to the chemistry lab.
• Provide material to the production team.
• Analysis of production material using analytical techniques including rheology, viscosity, ph and conductivity.
• Testing and building of solar cells.

Candidate requirements:

• The successful candidate will hold degree or HND in Chemistry.
• Knowledge in colloid chemistry and materials characterization.
• Good laboratory techniques: rheology, viscosity, pH, UV and IR spectrometry and standard wet chemistry techniques.

Interested candidates should email their CVs to joanna@prosperec.co.uk  For further information please call Joanna Llewelyn on 01792 645151.

Manufacturing Electrical Engineer        Ref. 2028              South Wales 

£23 - £30K + 15% Profit Share + Benefits

Highly successful and expanding company supplying to the aerospace and defence sectors has a new opportunity for an ambitious Manufacturing Engineer to implement a new manufacturing process for the production of  prototypes of cable systems and associated products and support equipment.

Main Duties

• Developing rapid prototyping techniques / engineering / manufacturing processes
• Work with bid team to produce a manufacturing / timing strategy
• Work closely with customers on cable harness/system requirements
• Maintain a Total Preventative Maintenance program
• Maintain and produce all production build visual aids and methods
• Continually identify and plan where possible to avoid bottlenecks
• Manage accurately Company’s Drawing Control procedure.
• Be responsible for setting and maintaining tooling, fixtures records / calibration.
• Manage / maintain BOM’s and Carry out costing analysis on builds processes.
• Design simple test jigs and fixtures.

Candidate requirements

• Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering
• Experienced Engineer with team leader qualities
• Range of knowledge of mfg technologies / computer controlled equipment
• It would be advantageous if you had experience in Aerospace / Defence
• Must be able to get Government Security Clearance

Please email your CV to Nick@prosperec.co.uk stating your notice period and salary requirements or telephone nick on 01792 645151 for further information

Maintenance Technician / Craftsmen – Mechanical                  Ref 2004

Nr Swansea

Salary £19,200

Our client is highly successful UK division of a world leading producer of high

technology stainless steels, special alloy materials and advanced value-added products. A challenging appointment has now become available for a Maintenance Technician / Craftsmen (Mechanical).

Duties of the job

• Undertake all mechanical work associated with preventative maintenance, breakdown maintenance and maintenance of site services within defined requirements or instruction.
• Comply with Standard Working Practices and Permits to Work where appropriate.
• Work safely within legal and company guidelines using appropriate PPE.
• Monitor the Engineering Request system and address breakdowns.
• Carry out the requirements of the Preventative Maintenance system.
• When requested, be prepared to attend the works site out of normal working hours to address issues of safety, security or production equipment breakdowns.
• Comply with the Company and departmental Quality Assurance procedures.

Candidate requirements

• A Craftsman will have attained at least 12 months experience as well as having completed a relevant certificated maintenance apprenticeship, preferably in a process industry, with an ONC/HNC preferred.
• A good all round mechanical maintenance ability and diagnostic technique.
• Experience in hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Order Entry Administrator                    Ref 2027                          Gwent         

Salary Circa. £18K

Our client is a highly successful manufacturing company within the automotive sector which is part of a large and diverse international group. This appointment forms an important part of sales and manufacturing with responsibility for dealing directly with customers regarding the logging and progressing of orders to ensure timely delivery.

Main Duties

• Ensuring efficient and effective response to customers
• Sort and action all matters relating to order processing
• Progress chasing, to ensure timely delivery
• Identifying opportunities for cost and efficiency savings
• Providing reports as requested
• Be able to manage customer meetings and site visits
• Liaising between production and sales teams internally and customers externally
• Ensure Continuous Improvement activity takes place

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Second European language would be desirable but not essential
• Strong technical sales skills
• Knowledge of production demands and customer base
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Oracle would be a distinct advantage

Interested candidates should email their CVs ASAP to nick@prosperec.co.uk stating their salary requirements and notice period or call nick on 01792 645151 for further information.

View all of our vacancies at www.prosperec.co.uk

Management Accounts Assistant              Ref. 2026               SE Wales   

Salary negotiable £23 - £28K

Our clients are a leading global manufacturing company who are currently expanding in the South East Wales area. Due to continued growth they now have an opportunity for an ambitious part qualified CIMA student Accountant to take up post as soon as possible.

Main Duties

• Assist in completion of weekly, monthly and quarterly management reports
• Maintenance of the company fixed asset register
• Administration of pricing controls
• Support the creation of forecasts and budgets
• Produce all necessary statements and reports relating to General Ledger
• Preparation of monthly Journals for accruals and prepayments, for inputting into accounts
• Ensure reconciliation of General Ledger accounts and sub systems

Candidate requirements

• Part qualified CIMA student (passed Certification stage), or equivalent
• Ability to communicate and build relationships with all levels in the organisation
• Comfortable with working in a high pressure environment
• Excellent IT skills in particular Excel
• Good communication and presentation skills

Please email your CV to Nick@prosperec.co.uk stating your notice period and salary requirements or telephone 01792 645151 for further information

Software Developer                    Ref. 2025                                   Swansea

(Graduate or Experienced)           

Salary negotiable dependent upon skills and experience

Our client is an innovative and forward thinking organisation that provides IT and consultancy services throughout the UK. Their local office specialises in writing and providing software solutions for social housing associations and is looking for an experienced Software Developer or recent Software Graduate to join their team.

Main Duties

• You will be required to work with the team to develop and support their existing product using Visual Basic 6.

Candidate Requirements

• You will have a Software degree or similar. Candidates without degrees will be considered, with a demonstratable track record of programming or software development.
• Experience of Microsoft Visual Basic 6 and SQL Server is essential
• Experience of Visual Basic.net (especially Visual Studio 2005) would be an advantage
• Knowledge of Visual SourceSafe and SQL
• You will be motivated and a team player

Interested candidates should email their CV’s to joanna@prosperec.co.uk stating their salary expectations or call Joanna Llewelyn on 01792 645151 for more information.

Equipment Technician                  Ref: 2024                                 Swansea

Salary £20000 + 35% 12hr continental shifts on rota basis.

Our client is an industry leader in reclaiming the next generation of silicon wafers and other services. They now require equipment technicians to maintain quality standards and maximise efficiency.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager:

Duties of the role:

·    Undertake both planned and reactive maintenance with respect to                            schedules and procedures, ensuring data is recorded.

·    Rectify breakdowns as quickly as possible to minimise downtime.

·    Ensure quality standards are maintained whilst work is carried out in a timely manner.

·    To diagnose equipment malfunctions and implement repairs, communicate all work carried out with the engineering dept and record all relevant information.

·     Analyse data to ensure all equipment at their site operates to the      expected standard and carry out remedial work if this is not being achieved.     

·   To enthusiastically participate in continuous improvement activities, optimising efficiency and reliability.

·         To react quickly to any process/quality control concerns ensuring that production targets and quality standards are not compromised. 

·    To always execute safe working practises ensuring all relevant Health and Safety regulations are adhered to.

Candidate Requirements:

·         The successful candidate should ideally have served an indentured apprenticeship (electrical mechanical or mechatronics) or hold an ONC/HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline.

·         At least 2 years   production / process experience would be expected, and experience in a semiconductor / clean room environment would be a distinct advantage.

·         A sound understanding of production equipment including control systems and pneumatics would be expected, and strong fault finding and diagnostic skills are essential.

·         The candidate should be self-motivated with strong IT and communication skills, have a proactive approach with an ability to adapt and learn quickly.

·         A sound understanding of quality control i.e. SPC and 8D’s would also be an advantage.

Interested candidates should email their CVs to joanna@prosperec.co.uk and call Joanna Llewelyn on 01792 645151 for further information.

Production Manager /Business Unit          Ref.1986                 SE Wales   

Salary: £40 - £45K

Leading International automotive company in south Wales area, has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious experienced production manger to take up post as soon as possible. Reporting to the Operations Manager this role has business unit responsibility for managing all aspects of production within the business unit in order to meet output goals.

Main Duties

• Manage a team of 200+ people with responsibility for day to day staffing, training, performance management, discipline and administration
• Coordinates production activities in conjunction with planning, quality, process
• Responsible for maintenance of equipment, ensuring both preventive maintenance programs and repairs
• Ensure production has tools, resources to achieve targets for scrap, production outputs and produce quality
• Selects and develops personnel to ensure the efficient operation of production
• Forecast costs and financial responsibility for meeting daily budget target
• Ensure KPI targets as well as results are displayed and reported
• Generates productivity reports and action plans.
• Support implementation of APS through 5’s,continuous improvement, lean implementation
• Responsible for communication of objectives, performance and business status

Candidate requirements