07/04/2011 by Andrew Nicholson.

Our client is one of the UK’s leading instrument manufacturers, specialising in temperature, pressure and flow measurement. They’re looking for an effective and dynamic Production Planner to continually improve customer on-time delivery performance, whilst reducing lead-times and inventory levels. This challenging role involves managing customer expectations by translating their requirements into an achievable daily production schedule through actively managing materials and capacity availability. The successful candidate will be a key member of the Operations Team and will interface with all areas of the business.

Essential requirements include the following:

• HND / Degree in a relevant subject

• Production Planning & Scheduling

• MRP II

• Computer literate

• Able to communicate effectively at all levels

• Effective team player

Knowledge or experience of the following would be desirable:

• Sage “Line 500” ERP software package

• Lean Manufacturing Tools & Techniques

• Manufacturing to short lead times in a fast moving, small batch, manual assembly and test environment

• Instrumentation products & processes

“This is a newly created role and offers great opportunity to develop your skills with a company keen to invest in developing your career. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package…”

If you are interested in applying for this role please forward an outline of your background, qualifications and experience by email to Recruitment@ManufacturingTimes.co.uk. Please note that all emails will be forwarded automatically to our client - if there are any companies that you would not want to receive your details then please contact instead  Andrew Nicholson at an@nicholsonconsultancy.com. NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

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03/06/2009 by Andrew Nicholson.

Just to keep you updated - the job opportunity at RMS is no longer available (see blog posting 21/4/09).

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21/04/2009 by Andrew Nicholson.

RMS is looking to appoint a dynamic and talented individual as Production Engineer. RMS designs and manufactures specialist electrical connectors for use with Electrical Submersible Pumps used throughout the global oil industry.  The company is a subsidiary of James Fisher Group Plc.

The role is a largely hands-on position, reporting to the Production Manager.  The candidate must have skills/experience in mechanical design as well as knowledge of (or the ability to learn to use) CAD packages and it’s desirable to have good communication skills and good practical experience/knowledge.  It’s preferable for the candidate to hold an Honours degree in mechanical, production or similar engineering discipline.

For a copy of the full job description, contact the company directly, telephone 01653 690001, ext 259 and speak to James Coltman.  To find out more about RMS Ltd, visit their website at www.rmsltd.com.

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22/11/2008 by Andrew Nicholson.

Please note that this vacancy has now been successfully filled - many thanks to all who responded and congratulations to the successful candidate! Highly autonomous UK-wide role for an experienced sales professional with Timberworx, an autonomous business unit of REL Acoustics Ltd – the UK’s most acclaimed manufacturer and supplier of premium sound sub-bass systems – www.rel.net.

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