The Manufacturing Planner is responsible for implementing, monitoring, measuring and reporting production schedules assuring that matched sets of materials and capacities meet production schedules including the management of all planning and production execution data including the creation of work orders, identification and management of priorities, capacity constraints, production monitoring, etc.
Skills and experience
Minimum preferred two years??? experience in a Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Finance role.
Manufacturing processes knowledge.
Advanced level understanding of ERP software systems, ideally with SAP
Ideal product background
Engineering and quality-driven manufacturing, emphasis on rotary steerable systems, Measurement While Drilling tools, Specialised Measurement tools and Rechargeable Batteries for Downhole use, and power source products.
Role Responsibilities
Implements an effective and appropriate capacity management and production monitoring system.
Maintains all MRP planning and scheduling parameters for all "make" items.
Monitor???s production progress against scheduling needs and intervenes as necessary to bring deliveries back into compliance with production schedules.
Identifies and reports opportunities and implements actions continually to reduce waste shorten lead times, reduce costs, etc. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Stroud, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 12 months / Permanent
Salary / Rate: £28000 - £43000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-12-24 11:00:21
Are you a Strategic Leader in Marketing, and the ability to manage and foster Customer Relationships? Do you have experience of working in, around or supply to one of the following markets - Social Housing, Property Asset Management, Construction & Building Safety, Sustainability &/or Carbon Reduction and Energy Efficiency? If so, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Director of Partnerships & Communication for a Business & Management Consultancy that provide Asset Management & Development Consultancy to social housing customers.
As a specialist provider of resource to the Housing, Property & Associated Technology markets, we are delighted to partner with a consultancy providing a wide range of services to clients in the housing sector. The main purpose of the role will be to direct responsibility for three directorates.
You will oversee Operation Marketing Activities, Social Value objectives; and build relationships in & oversee the Contractor and Merchant Supply Chain.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include significant contribution to Business Strategy & Planning; monitoring progress against target; enhance both inside & outside marketing strategy and delivery; line manage the marketing team; organise the annual conference; extend event provision and engagement; manage all publicity materials and web content; lead in the provision of webinars, round table events, and seminars; managing strategic relationships with the contract and merchant supply chain; ensure support services to the supply chain; maintain market awareness and intelligence; and promote and enhance Social Value strategy. Must Have
The experience and aptitude to operate in a Strategic Leadership capacity.
An extensive marketing background, with the ability to manage accounts, drive customer success, and build relationships.
Experience of a wide array of marketing media, software, tools, and techniques.
Previous experience in, around, or suppling to either the Social Housing market, Property Asset Management; Construction, Technical Service, Retrofit & Building Safety; and/or Sustainability, Energy Efficiency, and Decarbonisation.
A comprehensive understanding of procurement/bid methods, as well as Social Value strategies.
Experience in building, leading, motivating, and line managing senior teams.
Relevant education and/or certification.
Nice to Have
Office365 application proficiency including MS Project.
As an individual you will be a skilled leader and excellent communicator, adept at liaising and influencing at all levels with a variety of stakeholders.
You will also be highly analytical with a keen eye for detail, you will be able to analysis data to reach clear conclusions and write clear evidence-based reports.
You will also be reliable, forward thinking and strive for excellence.
This role is home based, with a regular presence required in the office in the West Midland and travel to customer sites - therefore a driving license is required for this post and costs will be catered for.
This is an exciting time to join the organisation and an exciting role to grow your own team, department, and cost centre.
Interview slots are available for suitable candidates, so please apply without delay.
Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need.
As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'.
You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way.
For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, England
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £85000 - £95000 per annum + Excellent benefits
Posted: 2025-12-21 15:33:48
NPI Engineer - Clinical Diagnostics
Newton Colmore is representing a medical devices company based in Cambridge, recognised as an industry leader in novel clinical diagnostics technology.
This organisation has built a strong reputation for delivering life-changing healthcare solutions through engineering and manufacturing excellence.
Due to continued growth and expansion of their product portfolio, they are seeking an experienced NPI Engineer to join their manufacturing transfer team.
The Role
This is a great opportunity for an NPI engineer to play a pivotal role in bringing innovative medical devices from concept through to commercial production.
You will be at the heart of new product introduction (NPI) activities, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product launches.
Key Responsibilities
Design for Manufacturing (DfM) & Transfer:
Lead design for manufacturing initiatives, working collaboratively with R&D teams to improve product designs for efficient, scalable production
Drive technology transfer activities from development through to full-scale manufacturing
Develop and implement manufacturing strategies for new product introductions
Conduct manufacturing feasibility assessments and risk analyses
Process Development & Optimisation:
Design, develop and validate manufacturing processes for medical device production
Create detailed manufacturing procedures, work instructions and quality control protocols
Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives
Support scale-up activities from pilot production to commercial volumes
Cross-functional Collaboration:
Partner with quality assurance teams to ensure regulatory compliance throughout the manufacturing process
Work closely with supply chain and procurement teams on vendor qualification and component sourcing
Collaborate with project management teams to ensure timely delivery of NPI milestones
Essential Requirements
Ideally around five years in manufacturing engineering within a medical devices or biotechnology environment.
Flexible for the right candidate.
Proven experience in design for manufacturing and new product introduction
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, assembly, and quality control systems
Experience with manufacturing transfer projects and scale-up activities
Understanding of medical device regulations (ISO 13485, FDA QSR, MDR) is highly desirable
Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing analysis tools
Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ideally educated to degree level in a relevant subject.
What's On Offer
Competitive salary commensurate with experience - flexible from mid-level to senior.
Comprehensive benefits package including bonus, healthcare, pension, and much more.
Opportunity to work with complex medical technology that makes a real difference to patients
Professional development opportunities and career progression
Cooperative, innovative working environment with world-class engineering teams
Next Steps
This is a confidential search being conducted on behalf of our client.
For a discrete, confidential discussion about this exceptional opportunity, please contact:
Matt Lowdon Founder 0121 268 2240 / hello @ newtoncolmore .
com
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Due to the confidential nature of this search, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with full company details.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Tailored package + bonus + much more
Posted: 2025-12-09 10:26:17
