Department: Manufacturing

Type: Permanent - Full Time

Hours: 42 hours per week. Panama Shifts

Location: Stowmarket, Suffolk, United Kingdom

Salary: £53,386 per annum

We have the opportunity to continue with the development of the Engineering team to provide 24/7 engineering support cover across our site.

The Job:
To be part of the Muntons Site Engineering Team responsible for the maintenance, maximising machine availability and continued efficient running of the mill, malt extract, band drier, spray drier, homebrew, maltings and site services.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary reviewed annually
• Company profit based bonus
• Company pension contribution at 5%
• Health Cash Plan with Reward Scheme
• 24 hour welfare help support line
• Life assurance
• Flexible working arrangement
• On-site parking

Principle Responsibilities:

• To carry out plant modifications, planned maintenance and small engineering projects
• To provide dynamic and proactive response to engineering breakdowns
• To proactively contribute towards maximising machine availability and efficiency
• To maintain correct health & safety standards at all times

The Candidate:

• A trained engineer who is both mechanically and electrically skilled
• Conversant with PLCs and process control equipment.
• Ability to work to challenging deadlines and quick response times
• Flexible to respond to the changing demands of the role
• Conversant with Continuous Improvement and TPM techniques.
• Ideally from a food manufacturing background
• Able to work using own initiative delivering high standard of work with minimal supervisory input.

Hours of Work:

• Average 42 hours per week
• 12 hour Panama shift pattern to incorporate full 24/7 coverage of the site.

Reporting to:
Engineering Team Leader

Quality Engineer – Manufacturing (Bournemouth)

 

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum
Location: Bournemouth, UK

 

Our client, a leading manufacturing company based in Bournemouth, is looking for a skilled Quality Engineer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about ensuring product excellence and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality processes and standards across production.

• Conduct inspections, audits, and root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues.

• Collaborate with production teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Support compliance with ISO and other relevant quality standards.

• Maintain accurate quality documentation and reports.

 

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a manufacturing Quality Engineer role.

• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).

• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively across teams and departments.

• Lean manufacturing experience is a plus.

 

For more information about this role please apply, or email Rhys Holdsworth on rholdsworth@pg-rec.com who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks, Premier Group

Technical Sales Manager
Location: UK (Hybrid / Field-Based)
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 + Excellent Commission Scheme + Up to £6,000 Car Allowance

 

Our client, a well-established and growing manufacturing business within the precision engineering sector, is currently seeking an experienced Technical Sales Manager to join their commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically minded sales professional to work with a respected manufacturer supplying high-precision components and engineered solutions to a range of industries.

Working in a consultative sales environment, you will be responsible for developing new business opportunities while managing and growing key customer relationships across the UK.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to grow revenue within the precision engineering and manufacturing markets

• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities with OEMs, engineering companies, and manufacturing clients

• Manage the full sales cycle from initial enquiry through quotation, negotiation, and contract award

• Build strong relationships with key decision makers including engineering managers, procurement teams, and technical stakeholders

• Interpret technical drawings and customer specifications to propose suitable manufacturing solutions

• Work closely with internal engineering and production teams to ensure customer requirements are fully understood and delivered

• Prepare accurate costings, quotations, and technical proposals

• Provide regular sales forecasting, pipeline updates, and market intelligence to senior management

• Attend customer meetings, site visits, and industry events to promote the company’s capabilities

• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction through effective communication and project follow-up

 

Requirements

• Proven experience in a technical sales role within precision engineering, CNC machining, or advanced manufacturing

• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances, and manufacturing processes

• Demonstrated ability to win new business and grow existing accounts

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

• Commercially driven with a consultative sales approach

• Comfortable managing a mix of new business development and account management

• Full UK driving licence

 

Benefits

• Salary: £50,000 – £55,000

• Excellent commission scheme with strong earning potential

• Up to £6,000 car allowance

For more information about this role please apply, or email Rhys Holdsworth on rholdsworth@pg-rec.com who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks, Premier Group

Production Engineer

Andover
£35,000 – £37,000 per annum
Manufacturing

We are seeking a proactive and detail-driven Production Engineer to join our manufacturing team based in Salisbury. This is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working hands-on with production processes and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Role

As a Production Engineer, you will support day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring products are built efficiently, safely, and to the required quality standards. You will work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to improve processes, resolve issues, and support new and existing products.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and improve manufacturing processes to maximise efficiency, quality, and output

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives (lean manufacturing, waste reduction, process optimisation)

• Provide technical support to production teams and troubleshoot manufacturing issues

• Assist with the introduction of new products and processes into production

• Create and maintain production documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures

• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality or production issues

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards

About You

• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent experience in Manufacturing, Production, or Mechanical Engineering

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role

• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical, hands-on approach

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement techniques

• Ability to work collaboratively across departments

• Good communication and organisational skills

 

ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer

 

TERM- Permanent

 

LOCATION – Andover

 

SALARY- £27,000 - £40,000, dependent on experience

 

My client designs and manufactures bespoke products. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Andover on a permanent basis.

 

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• 0-2 years’ experience in a similar CAD Design / Mechanical Engineering position
• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment

• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo etc.
• Knowledge of a variety of materials – sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc.
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Proficient using MS Office
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills

• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

 

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Being involved in final assembly of products
• Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
• Checking drawings for sign off
• Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects

 

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.

For more information about this role please apply, or email Sarah Lody on slody@pg-rec.com who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks, Premier Group

Role- Production Engineer

Salary- £32,000- £37,000 per annum (dependant on experience, please advise)

Type- Permanent

Location- Bristol

My client designs and manufactures a range of electro-mechanical products, and they are looking to take on a Production Engineer, on a permanent basis, in the Bristol area.

The Production Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• HNC / HND / NVQ / BSc / BEng qualification ideally or similar in Manufacturing or Production Engineering or have previous work experience in this type of hands-on role
• Understanding of Six Sigma would be beneficial
• 2 years or more of engineering experience in a similar Manufacturing, Assembly, FMCG or similar environment
• Have experience of working with Lean Manufacturing methodologies, FMEA, and Continuous Improvement activities
• Knowledge of ISO9001
• Previous experience of working with a range of materials including plastics
• Be able to design jigs & fixtures (understanding of SolidWorks CAD software)
• Be able to work well individually as well as part of a team
• Have good communication skills both verbal and written
• Computer proficiency using MS Office
• Excellent problem-solving skills

The Production Engineer role will involve:

• Working with the team to improve production processes
• Defining processes and procedures
• Help to support with any operational issues
• Being involved in continuous improvement activities
• Helping to achieve on time delivery with customer orders
• Supporting NPI too
• Being involved in production design and set up
• Using problem solving skills

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and your salary expectation.

For more information about this role please apply, or email Luke Challender on lchallender@pg-rec.com who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks, Premier Group

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For more information about this role please apply, or email Hannah-Jane Watkins on hwatkins@pg-rec.com who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks, Premier Group