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Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist Reference: 56493 Umbrella Rate: £29.96/hr (Inside IR35) Do you have a background in data analysis & visualisation, with experience working with ETL? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation as an Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist. This role offers an incredible opportunity to drive innovation, collaborate across departments, and make a real impact within a dynamic and inspiring environment. With a focus on digital transformation and operational excellence, this position is perfect for someone looking to challenge themselves and be part of meaningful change. What You Will Do: • Lead the strategic migration and decommissioning of legacy Alteryx workflows by 2027, ensuring a seamless transition to modern tools. • Analyse operational data to uncover trends, develop actionable insights, and create data-driven recommendations for process optimisation. • Design, develop, and implement automation solutions using tools such as Power Automate and Power Apps, integrating them with core platforms like Salesforce. • Collaborate with various departments to map, optimise, and document workflows, ensuring processes are streamlined. • Provide expert support and training on AI tools, helping operational teams maximise their effectiveness. • Work closely with compliance, product, and engineering teams to ensure data quality and adherence to regulations during migrations and integrations. What You Will Bring: • Proven experience in data analysis and visualisation, with proficiency in SQL and tools like Power BI. • Hands-on expertise in ETL processes and data migration, with desirable experience in Alteryx or similar tools. • Demonstrated ability to implement automation solutions using low-code platforms such as Power Automate or Power Apps. • Familiarity with Salesforce, including data extraction, report generation, and integration with external tools. • Strong project management skills, particularly in time-bound migration or systems-transition projects. • Direct experience leading a software decommissioning or tool-migration project would be advantageous. This role is integral to the company's mission to enhance operational efficiency and deliver customer-centric solutions. By leveraging advanced tools and methodologies, you ll contribute to the company s vision of creating innovative and streamlined processes. Your expertise will play a critical role in ensuring the company remains at the forefront of industry transformation. Location: This role is based in Manchester, offering a vibrant and accessible city location. Interested? If you re ready to make an impact and be part of an exciting journey, apply today and take the first step towards an inspiring career as an Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Are you a skilled automation professional looking to take ownership of complex engineering projects? We are partnering with a leading specialist machinery manufacturer to find a Control Systems Engineer. In this dynamic role, you will be fully involved in all aspects of controls engineering, from initial software design through to final commissioning. Working with cutting-edge automated machinery, the successful Control Systems Engineer will deliver robust PLC and HMI programming solutions for bespoke packaging machinery and special-purpose automation equipment. Key Responsibilities Control Systems Design: Lead the design, development, and implementation of new, advanced industrial control systems and associated equipment. PLC & HMI Programming: Develop, code, and optimize PLC and HMI software, focusing primarily on Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) platforms. Legacy Equipment Support: Utilise Mitsubishi PLC platform knowledge to support, upgrade, and maintain existing legacy control systems and machines. Documentation & Specifications: Convert project requirements into technical documentation, including Functional Design Specifications (FDS), Detailed Design Specifications, and software manuals. Testing & Commissioning: Execute factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and hands-on, on-site machine commissioning. Collaborative Support: Partner with production, support sales teams with technical expertise to identify customer needs, and build strong client relationships. What We Are Looking For Education: An HNC, HND, or higher qualification in a relevant engineering discipline. Essential PLC Experience: A minimum of 3 years of professional experience writing code for Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) PLCs, though candidates with more experience are highly encouraged to apply. Desirable PLC Experience: Previous experience writing code for Mitsubishi PLCs is highly desirable to assist with older machinery lines. Industry Background: Proven experience working within the packaging machinery or automation sectors is ideal. Experience with motion control and servo systems is also advantageous. Project Delivery: The ability to execute multiple project responsibilities simultaneously while working to tight deadlines. Flexibility: A self-starter with a positive attitude who is prepared to travel nationally and internationally for commissioning when required. Benefits & Culture This company takes pride in fostering an open, productive team culture where technical expertise and personal responsibility are highly valued. Alongside a competitive salary, they offer an excellent work-life balance package: 5 days annual leave plus bank holidays. A manageable 38-hour working week based on-site. Flexible start and finish times to suit your routine. A 1-in-3 Friday rota that accommodates a shorter 9:30am to 3:30pm shift, giving you an early start to your weekend. Ripple Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. My client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Due to high volumes of interest, we can only respond to shortlisted applicants.

Position Title: Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist Duration: 6 Month Contract Location: Manchester Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU. Position Description: The Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist plays a critical role in driving the Clients' Credit's digital transformation within the Manchester Business Centre (MBC) Operations. This role focuses on leveraging data analysis, automation, and cross-functional collaboration to improve operational efficiency and create customer-centric solutions. A key immediate focus for this role will be leading the strategic migration and decommissioning of legacy Alteryx workflows by 2027, evaluating modern alternative tools, and transitioning processes seamlessly. The successful candidate will work closely with MBC Departments, Compliance, Product, and Engineering teams to identify, implement, and maintain efficient processes, ensuring Salesforce and other core systems are leveraged to their full potential. Essential Skills & Experience: Data Analysis & Visualisation: Proven ability to analyse operational data, identify trends, and extract actionable insights. Proficiency in SQL and data visualisation tools (specifically Power BI). ETL & Data Migration Experience: Experience working with ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes. Hands-on experience with Alteryx (or a strong understanding of how to audit and migrate Alteryx workflows to other modern tools) is highly desirable. Automation & Low-Code Development: Hands-on experience implementing workflow automation and business applications using Power Automate, Power Apps, or similar tools. Salesforce Familiarity: Experience working with Salesforce, including extracting data, understanding Salesforce object structures, running reports, or integrating Salesforce with external databases and automation tools. Process Mapping & Problem Solving: Strong understanding of process optimisation methodologies and experience documenting workflows. Project Management: Proven ability to manage projects from inception to completion specifically time-bound migration or systems-transition projects. Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical, migration, or data concepts to non-technical operational stakeholders. Preferred Skills & Experience: Direct experience leading a software decommissioning or tool-migration project. Experience with Python or R for advanced data analysis and ETL scripting. Experience working with Big Data environments and cloud-based platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform). Salesforce Administrator or Developer certifications (or equivalent hands-on experience configuring Salesforce flows). Experience working within a regulated financial services environment (e.g., previous Client Credit or similar). Experience Required: Principle Duties: Alteryx Migration & Tool Evaluation (Key Strategic Project): Lead the audit, decommissioning, and migration of legacy Alteryx workflows by 2027. Evaluate modern alternative solutions (e.g., Power Platform, Python, SQL, or other ETL tools), design the transition roadmap, and execute the migration of data pipelines to ensure zero business disruption. Data Analysis & Insight Generation: Analyse operational data (including Salesforce and other core platform data) to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. Develop data-driven recommendations for process optimisation. Create and maintain reports and dashboards (primarily in Power BI) to visualise key performance indicators (KPIs). Automation Solution Development & Implementation: Design, develop, and implement automation solutions (using Power Automate, Power Apps, or similar low-code tools) to streamline operational processes. Integrate these solutions with core platforms like Salesforce to automate manual data entry and system updates. Process Optimisation & Re-engineering: Identify and eliminate inefficiencies in operational processes. Partner with business units to map, develop, and implement improved workflows, documenting changes and training staff as needed. AI Tool Optimisation & Support: Provide expert support and training to operational teams on the effective use of existing AI tools. Develop training materials, troubleshoot issues, and track user adoption. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Data Governance: Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and Compliance teams to support the deployment of new AI and automation projects. Ensure data quality, accuracy, and compliance with relevant regulations during migrations and integrations. Additional Information : Location: Hybrid (minimum 3 days per week in the Manchester office) Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch.

Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist Reference: 56493 Umbrella Rate: £29.96/hr (Inside IR35) Do you have a background in data analysis & visualisation, with experience working with ETL? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation as an Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist. This role offers an incredible opportunity to drive innovation, collaborate across departments, and make a real impact within a dynamic and inspiring environment. With a focus on digital transformation and operational excellence, this position is perfect for someone looking to challenge themselves and be part of meaningful change. What You Will Do: • Lead the strategic migration and decommissioning of legacy Alteryx workflows by 2027, ensuring a seamless transition to modern tools. • Analyse operational data to uncover trends, develop actionable insights, and create data-driven recommendations for process optimisation. • Design, develop, and implement automation solutions using tools such as Power Automate and Power Apps, integrating them with core platforms like Salesforce. • Collaborate with various departments to map, optimise, and document workflows, ensuring processes are streamlined. • Provide expert support and training on AI tools, helping operational teams maximise their effectiveness. • Work closely with compliance, product, and engineering teams to ensure data quality and adherence to regulations during migrations and integrations. What You Will Bring: • Proven experience in data analysis and visualisation, with proficiency in SQL and tools like Power BI. • Hands-on expertise in ETL processes and data migration, with desirable experience in Alteryx or similar tools. • Demonstrated ability to implement automation solutions using low-code platforms such as Power Automate or Power Apps. • Familiarity with Salesforce, including data extraction, report generation, and integration with external tools. • Strong project management skills, particularly in time-bound migration or systems-transition projects. • Direct experience leading a software decommissioning or tool-migration project would be advantageous. This role is integral to the company's mission to enhance operational efficiency and deliver customer-centric solutions. By leveraging advanced tools and methodologies, you'll contribute to the company's vision of creating innovative and streamlined processes. Your expertise will play a critical role in ensuring the company remains at the forefront of industry transformation. Location: This role is based in Manchester, offering a vibrant and accessible city location. Interested? If you're ready to make an impact and be part of an exciting journey, apply today and take the first step towards an inspiring career as an Operational Efficiency and Automation Specialist. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Senior Laser Systems Engineer Laser Micro-Machining Didcot £50,000pa - £60,000pa plus excellent benefits: An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Senior Laser Systems Engineer to join a world leading laser systems and high-precision laser micromachining manufacturer. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role acts as a technical bridge between this organisations customers, sales teams and engineering teams (mechanical, optical, electrical, software), ensuring that complex systems meet performance, reliability, and customer requirements. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role would perfectly fit someone that wants to remain technical yet gain more experience and exposure to the commercial aspects of the design, integration, validation, and delivery of high precision laser systems. These are the key areas of your work: Commercial: Provide feedback and advice to the sales team in terms of costings, technical details, proposals, documentation, and technical solutions. Systems Engineering & Integration: Own, define and manage end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle from concept to deployment. Requirements & Verification: Capture, analyse and manager customer and stakeholder requirements, translating them into clear technical specifications. Project & Product Development: Support new product development and continuous improvement of existing systems and contribute to design reviews. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with mechanical, optical, electrical, software teams. Documentation & Compliance: Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including system specifications, interface control documents, and verification procedures. About you: An attitude and aptitude to support the commercial success of this business area. Degree in Engineering or Physics (e.g., Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, Optical Engineering). Hands-on experience of laser micromachining Knowledge of laser, optics, motion systems, software and laser interactions Understanding of: System architecture and integration Control systems and automation Ability to diagnose and resolve complex system-level technical issues. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across teams and with customers. Desirable Experience of systems engineering Knowledge of project management and V&V processes If you re a Senior Laser Systems Engineer with experience in shaping Laser Micro-Machining solutions, then please apply now. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time. MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).

They are a specialist provider of high-performance electromechanical and motion-control solutions , serving demanding industries such as aerospace, defence, space, energy and industrial automation . Known for delivering customised, high-precision systems , they combine engineering expertise with innovation to create solutions for complex applications. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a talented and motivated Design Engineer to join their engineering team. Role Overview The Design Engineer will be responsible for the concept, design, and development of electromechanical systems, providing technical expertise across the full product lifecycle. The role involves mechanical design, R&D, sizing calculations, troubleshooting, and customer-facing technical support . This position requires a blend of technical design skills, hands-on problem solving, and strong communication , working closely with internal teams (sales, production, suppliers) as well as external customers. Key Responsibilities Concept & Detailed Design Create innovative concepts and take designs from idea through to manufacture. Produce accurate 3D CAD models and detailed drawings. R&D & Product Knowledge Develop a deep understanding of electromechanical and motion-control systems. Support research and development projects to improve product performance. Technical Analysis & Sizing Perform engineering calculations to size and specify systems. Provide technical support for enquiries and proposals. Customer Support & Troubleshooting Diagnose and resolve customer issues, including failures or application challenges. Support commissioning, testing, and training-on-site where required. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with sales, production, and suppliers to deliver complete solutions. Ensure projects meet deadlines and quality standards. Documentation & Compliance Prepare design documentation, test reports, and technical manuals. Work within relevant industry standards. Essential Skills & Experience Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline . Proven mechanical design experience , ideally in electromechanical or motion-control systems. Proficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Creo, or similar). Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical integration (motors, drives, encoders, control systems). Knowledge of engineering calculations and design for manufacture. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues . Experience working with cross-functional teams and external customers. Strong communication skills, written and verbal. Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise, and meet deadlines. Desirable Experience in aerospace, defence, or space sectors (or other highly regulated environments). Familiarity with product validation and environmental qualification testing (vibration, shock, EMC, thermal). Hands-on workshop/laboratory testing or prototyping experience. Knowledge of FEA/simulation tools . Willingness to travel for commissioning, site support, and customer meetings . Personal Attributes Innovative and proactive problem-solver. Able to work independently as well as in a team. Organised, with strong planning and time management. Positive, adaptable, and open to learning. Why Join Them? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge electromechanical technology . Exposure to aerospace, defence, space, and advanced engineering projects . Small, agile team with a focus on innovation and customer excellence. Competitive salary and benefits package. Professional development and training opportunities.

Data Centre ccna, rack and stack, cable lable, servers, networking HPE / Dell / Cisco configuration, AX Data Centre Technician LeadSouth Yorkshire Our client is a provider of IT infrastructure, end-user computing, cybersecurity, and IT optimisation products and services. Their customer base spans across multiple sectors. Role This role reports to the DCS Manager and will consist of multiple departmental disciplines including but not limited to: Engineering, Documentation creation and amendments, Build technician, Quality control and any other function as deemed necessary by the IDCS Manager based on workload and resource demands.The Integration Data Centre Lead Technician's role is to facilitate complex build Integration projects moving builds forward to meet targeted customer delivery schedules. This lead provides direction and guidance to a team of technical resources. They work with several different groups including technical specialists, automation/scripting developers, network engineers, quality control group, and build technicians. Responsibilities Be the technical expert to a group of build technicians, providing support to move the team towards successful project completion. Decipher customer documentation and specifications to turn a logical construct into a physical build. Direct rack and stack of hardware into cabinets, following customer elevation documentation Learn the customer labelling process and naming standards for power and network and be able to meet the quality control expectations for that labelling Conduct power testing and respond to any DOAs by debugging and then opening tickets with appropriate hardware vendors as necessary Work with the automation team in creating and deploying custom scripts to complete hardware verification and populate files with output. Using customer and internal documentation, assist the manager to perform QC checks Attend internal meetings to report status on current build projects Work with the wider team to provide skills training and mentoring to build technicians Working with the Documentation Specialist, create and maintain up-to-date project documentation. Work closely with warehouse teams to advise on crating status and any delays potentially impacting the shipping schedule Process staged inventory and order modifications working closely with Sales and warehouse staff Apply Gemba Lean processes of improvement by engaging with employees Skills Ability to decipher technical documentation and communicate technical detail to team members translating logical information into a physical build Mature attitude to problem solving and the ability to lead by example. Flexible approach to tasks including a flexible approach to work time constraints when liaising with globally based resources. Ability to work with multiple resources under tight time constraints to meet strict deadlines Technical problem-solving skills Ability to complete technical configurations, such as firmware upgrades, network settings, and custom settings as required by the customer across multiple vendor platforms Strong organisational and communication skills Ability to work with multiple global teams to manage concurrent rack integration projects Ability to transfer knowledge from one environment (i.e. US Build Configuration Centre) to another environment (i.e. UK / SGP Build Configuration Centre) and convey the cross-discipline skills necessary to create a new working environment Ability to identify process enhancements in the build / quality control / hardware verification processes Skills HPE / Dell / Cisco configuration. Experience in a Data Centre Services organisation, or some similar background Ability to bring disparate teams together to work towards a common goal. Positive approach to challenging technical issues. Ability to provide creative, out-of-the-box solutions to challenging problems while maintaining a mindfulness towards minimising risk and ensuring project timelines Other Requirements approx 2 Years Experience in a Data Centre Services organisation, or some equivalent background. Minimum of 2 years of experience required in the following areas: Some technical / hardware / software experience with the following vendors, including but not limited to Lenovo, IBM, HP, Dell, Supermicro, Cisco, Juniper, Pure and Fortinet. Willing to work extended hours to complete projects and meet deadlines Business working hours are Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17.00 with a 30-minute lunch break. However due to the nature of the role, with its international reach and shared projects, working outside of these hours to service business needs will occur occasionally, and employees are expected to be readily available in these eventualities Please email your CV to apply for this position