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Job Title Customer Applications Specialist Salary/rate £32000 - £39000/annum Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 107785793 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Our Client has a new requirement for a Customer Applications Specialist. Customer Applications Specialists role: • Dedicated GC application specialist who will also provide support for the plasma and FID products. Qualifications and Experience: • Proven experience of working with/configuring GC's in an applications/manufacturing role. • Customer facing experience in a technical support/technical sales role, • BSc Chemistry. To apply for this position please go through link and we will call you to discuss the role before your details are submitted. Terry Parris Associates is a recruitment consultant’s who value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Manufacturing Operations Manager Salary/rate £35000 - £45000/annum based on experience Location West Sussex|, West Sussex Job Number 107776793 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Manufacturing Operations Manager Our very exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Operations Manager, you will be responsible for development and implementation of manufacturing systems for high power laser systems and managing facilities (System components are not generally fabricated in-house, just assembly and test.) • Responsible for the development and implementation of all aspects of manufacturing systems for high technology, high value product range. • Responsible for safety aspects of manufacturing and staff. • As a member of the management team provide management reports of progress and times scales, and contribute to business planning and operations decision-making. • Product workflow, planning, and facility management. • Integrate with and assist with supply chain management and the implementation of an MRP system. • Liase with other companies working in collaboration to support product commercialisation. • Establish and document quality procedures for continuous process improvement, monitoring and narrowing performance limits. Develop monitoring and reporting methods. • Agree testing methods and ensure common methods are maintained across site • Manage technical construction files and documentation to support each product, including service manuals. • Contribute to the engineering design and manufacturability of products to achieve improvements in performance, quality and cost. • Manage the logistics of field support for parts and distribution • Accept process owner responsibility where requested • Understand the technical aspects of the products sufficient to manage manufacturing • Provide weekly and monthly reports of manufacturing activities Key Skills: • Good interpersonal skills and ability to motivate and train others, and to provide leadership and direction to staff involved in operations. • Experienced manager, able to make balanced decisions based on rational judgement. • The ability to comprehend technological aspects of the products to optimise manufacturing solutions. • Knowledge of business operations and supply chain methods Qualifications/Skills An advanced degree in a management or technical discipline but previous experience in this function will take priority. Training in manufacturing and quality improvement methods is an advantage. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Production Engineer Salary/rate £25000 - £28000/annum Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 107779985 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Production Engineer Our well established client is specialists in the Electronics Industry and they require a Production Engineer. The key duties of the role are as follows: • To liaise with sales; engineering; marketing and design teams to identify customer and production requirements • Estimate the cost to build products for a wide range of clients • Improve processes and identifying gaps in process delivery for clients • Identify opportunities for improvement, waste elimination and cost reduction • Producing list of materials needed to build products and action all change requests • Look at DFM (Design for manufacturing) and NPI (New Product Introduction) and all aspects of prototypes. Product improvement • To develop new products and modify existing ones • Creating build documentation and writing assembly programs • Generate programs for placement machines which are JUKI surface mounted. Person Specification: • Previous experience of Surface Mount and the conventional assembly process is essential • Demonstrate an understanding of the manufacturing industry gained from experience or study Qualified to HNC level or equivalent time served experience • Electronics or production Engineering education desirable • Some knowledge of AUTOCAD/CAM packages would be advantageous • Hands on approach to work • Flexibility to support other departments • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and liaise at all levels Please apply through the link and we will call you to discuss the role before your details are submitted. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date asap Contact Details

Job Title Manufacturing Engineer Salary/rate £30000 - £40000/annum Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 107778396 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Manufacturing Engineer A pro-active Manufacturing Engineer with both technical and problem solving experience within a specialised electro-mechanical assembly & test environment is required. This role primarily supports the production of a range of complex and specialist gas sensors and requires the ability to lead the development of new and existing manufacturing processes at an expert level. Although this is a very “hands-on” position, PC skills are essential (ERP & MS Office) Work with the operations team to improve the efficiency of the manufacturing processes. Manufacturing Engineer: • Experienced in implementing modern manufacturing methods (like six sigma, Lean Manufacturing & ATE) and effectively apply them to reduce lead times and subsequently improve quality, on-time delivery and cost to the customer. • Continuously work to reduce the levels of process scrap and rework through improved workflow techniques based on root cause analysis data (ideally 8D problem solving technique). • Provide manufacturing leadership in NPI processes to support development scientists, engineers & production operators to ensure well defined DFx product characteristics are met and measured correctly & thus providing a platform for ongoing implementation of process control and continuous improvement activities • Generation / update as required the production BOM’s / Routers on ERP system (SAP). • Generate and lead the continuous development of PFMEA’s for all products. • Provide suitable and correct information to enable others to perform their duties effectively (process data, jigs & fixture references) • Preparation/updating of new/existing manufacturing process documentation (PFD’s, SOP’s, SPL’s) and associated tooling required for product manufacture. • Create Process Specifications and Material Purchase Specifications • Generation, as appropriate, Capital Authorisation requests for plant and tooling in supporting a continuous improvement environment. • Apply knowledge and skill to assist in the timely introduction of new technology. • Works within company guidelines and contributes to their development, the objective being to maximise company efficiency whilst meeting customer requirements. • Promote the company Health and Safety policy and practices in all areas of the working environment. Our client is keen to fill this role ASAP, so please apply through the link and we will call you to discuss the role before your details are submitted. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title Technical Author Salary/rate £16 - £19/hour Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 107780199 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Technical Writer -6 Initially Months Contract Our client requires a Technical Writer to develop and maintain user and operation manuals of laser systems. Technical Writer • Have experience interviewing Engineers and writing operations and user manuals for laser products. • Understand laser, optical, mechanical, electrical and control systems • Have experience as a Technical Writer at other laser manufacturers and laser system integrators. • Will need clean room experience watching the assembly and testing of lasers and testing control systems. • Know how to take digital photographs and add callouts using Illustrator, Photoshop, or Frame Maker. • Review and develop the contents of web sites. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • Ideally, a degree (BSc or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering plus Technical Writing experience • Knowledge of system software tools, i.e.: Frame Maker, Canvas, Microsoft Word. • Have writing samples and have experience describing laser systems and/or laser material processing equipment. • Ability to develop technical documentation for training, software/hardware use and user procedures. Other Preferences: • Must be flexible and adaptable to a changing environment. • Able to handle high work volumes in a multi task mode. • Team working is essential. • Little travel will be required (UK and abroad). An excellent hourly rate is on offer. To apply please go through the link and we will call you to discuss the role . Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Contract Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Assembly Technician Salary/rate £13000 - £18000/annum Location East Sussex, South East Job Number 107696844 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Our client is looking for an Assembly Technician to join their team Responsibilities Duties will require intricate mechanical assembly, general electro-mechanical assembly, low level pcb testing and configuration of final assembled product via a PC. Skills Required: Understanding of manufacturing processes Knowledge of assembly/minor testing in a production environment and capability of operating/calibration test equipment or analytical equipment Should have an eye for detail and be able to read engineering drawings A formal engineering qualification would be advantageous Needs to be PC literate Salary band £13 - £18k for the right candidate To apply for this role please go through the link and we will call you to discuss the role before your details are submitted. Terry Parris Associates is a recruitment consultancy whom values the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Wiring Technician Salary/rate £16000 - £18000/annum Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 112159891 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Wiring Positions – Perm and Contract available Due to continues growth our client is looking for Wiring Technicians with various levels of experience to work on a broad range of products, the work is variable from basic crimping to high tolerance assembly and wiring of electronics parts/assemblies. Candidates must be flexible and adaptive to various types of work. If you have experience and would like a new challenge please go through the link and we will call you to discuss the position before you details are submitted to our client. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title PCB Assembler Salary/rate £12000 - £14000/annum Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 107781400 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description PCB Assemblers Required – Perm and Contract available. Experienced surface mount and conventional printed circuit board assemblers capable of working to a high standard on sophisticated PCB’s. Applicants must be accurate and fully conversant with component identification. To apply please go through the link. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title Machine Maintenance Engineer Salary/rate £25000 - £27000/annum +20% shift Location Eastbourne, East Sussex Job Number 107782118 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Job Title: Machine Maintenance Engineer What is the purpose of the job? • To provide a safety conscious electrical and mechanical installation/maintenance/repair service for all production machinery/equipment on a timely basis. • To identify improvement opportunities within the Maintenance Department. Key tasks for position holder: • To plan and implement a preventative maintenance schedule which minimises downtime. To carry out maintenance in accordance with the schedule. To analyse the effectiveness of the preventative maintenance schedule and make amendments as necessary. • To carry out breakdown repairs as required, engaging contractors’ and external service Engineers as necessary. To carry out safety related activities as a first priority and to ensure all machine guards and safety devices are fitted and working in accordance with regulations. • To source, negotiate discounts, delivery dates and purchase parts and consumables to maintain machinery and stock requirements and arrange delivery for arrival just prior (within 1 week) to the planned PMS’s. • To record data relating to incidents, actions and downtime on the maintenance database in a timely manner, and to record relevant breakdown information onto the Machine Breakdown Report sheets. • To liaise with department personnel when they approach with a maintenance/repair need and advise of schedule for action and conflicts of priority. • To participate in the installation of new machinery, working with installation engineers to gain a working knowledge of the equipment as soon as possible. • To ensure safe working practice by working within the Company Health and Safety Procedures and the Maintenance ‘ Permit to Work ’ guidelines. • To identify improvement opportunities within the Maintenance Department and be active in there implementation. • To maintain and improve the 5S level within the department. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate, if you feel you have the right skill then we would like to hear from you. You will receive an excellent salary and benefits package, to apply for this role please go through the link and we will call you to discuss the position before you details are submitted to our client. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date asap Contact Details

Job Title Mechanical Service Engineer Salary/rate £20000 - £25000/annum Location Hastings, East Sussex Job Number 107784770 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Confirmation of Vacancy 3040TPP Job Title: Mechanical Service Engineer A Mechanical Service Engineer with electrical knowledge is required. Based at our headquarters and reporting to the Service Manager, the Service Engineer has an important role in maintaining the organisations high reputation for customer service. Duties include: • Participating in all activities in the Engineering Department, including liaison with colleagues in the engineering department, internal sales, field sales, finance, warehouse and other departments as necessary. • Organising and conducting servicing and repairs of equipment at customers’ premises and in-house • Attending FAT, installation and commissioning of relevant new equipment, including travel to customers’ premises as required. Note: Customers can be based worldwide. • In-house manufacture/ mechanical assembly of equipment including pneumatic and electrically powered equipment, and including liaison with colleagues. • Assisting with product design and development, including attending Machinery Development Meetings and liaison with colleagues regarding customer requirements and marketing information. • Supporting sales activities, including attending Sales Meetings, assisting with quotations and demonstrations on-site, pricing components and spares, and assisting with exhibitions including set-up and break-down. • Providing timely reports on all service and customer visits. • Other reasonable duties as may be required from time to time. Skills and experience required: • Relevant experience of filling and packaging machinery, including fault-finding, servicing and assembly. • Sound technical knowledge of pneumatics and electrics. • Knowledge of electronics and PLC controls. • General machining skills an advantage. • Good interpersonal skills with the ability to form successful working relationships with the wide range of people that will be encountered. • Positive attitude to solving problems. • Resourceful and able to work independently. Travel to visit customers’ or Principals’ premises and exhibitions will be required, involving out of hours or weekend work and overnight stays, including visits abroad. A willingness to be flexible is expected. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Salary: to £20-25k Haywards Heath Ref: 3040TPP Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title Technical Support Engineer Salary/rate £24000 - £26000/annum Location Eastbourne, East Sussex Job Number 107785659 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Reporting to the Global Technical Support Manager, we are looking for an engineer with process knowledge to work in technical support as part of a well functioning, competent team. You will be responsible for providing fast and effective technical support to our global customers for the product range of pumps. This position will be located in Eastbourne, United Kingdom. The goal is to give customers the best possible experience of the company as a supplier as well as creating value for the customer by giving technical advice and problem solving. You will also be responsible for advising on product selection, producing quotes and handling claims. Your main responsibilities: • Provide technical advice and support regarding pumps within the Sanitary Segment product portfolio (food, pharma and diary industry) • Produce accurate quotations for pumps and ancilliary equipment in accordance with service targets • Prompt and effective handling of claims to ensure customer satisfaction • Liaise with production facilities, sales offices, sales channels and product centres located globally • Provide effective training for customers and colleagues as required • Visit customer sites for troubleshooting as required We are looking for a candidate with: • mechanical engineering education • fluent in english both written and verbal • a good cultural understanding • basic knowedge within sanitary products • process knowledge from the food, pharma or diary industry You will need to enjoy working in an international environment, have a high energy level and drive with a positive attitude, be open and service minded and have the ability to build good customer relations both internally and externally. Some travel for meetings and training purposes will be required. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title Product Manager Salary/rate £35000 - £45000/annum Location East Sussex, South East Job Number 107778373 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Product Manager My client is looking for a Product Manager to be regarded as the Industry Expert in Surface Deposition. You will take ownership of the product line with the main objective of keeping their customers satisfied. Responsibilities include - maintaining company revenue, profitability and market share for the product line. Overall you will be responsible for offering and adding value through technical support. You need a degree level of education in a physical science, 3-5 years experience in application of surface deposition and 3 years industrial experience in product portfolio management. You must be commercially aware and self driven for this client facing role. A relocation allowance is available. Terry Parris Associates is a recruitment consultant’s who value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Quality Assurance Engineer Salary/rate £23000 - £24000/annum Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 107773074 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER – Perm - £24K – West Sussex Quality Assurance Engineer: Assisting the Senior QA Engineer/QA Manager to ensure that all aspects of the Company's Quality Procedures are conformed with. 'Hands-on' duties relate to Inspection, Quality Assurance functions working to procedures and Test Instructions. QA Engineer Responsibilities: • Working directly with the suppliers as required to drive timely results and improvements. Audit sampling of the In-House manufactured product and associated departmental activities • Quality auditing of Technical Construction Files • Where required, responding to shop floor enquiries in relation to quality of product, resolving them and activating measures to prevent re-occurrence of default or problem. • Raising Non-Compliance Notes to enable the return of items/materials to supplier • Assisting Senior QA Engineer and Group Quality Assurance Engineer with the implementation of Improvement and harmonisation projects. • Production of monthly and quarterly Quality KPI’s to Senior Management and Group management teams. • Assist with internal and external audit programme, submission of reports and analysis, where necessary, including recommendations. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED • ONC or City & Guilds - Mechanical/Electrical Engineering • Or relevant Engineering experience. • QMS Auditor/Lead Auditor training TRAINING QA functions and activities training to be carried out on-job, as required. In return our client is offer a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are looking for a new opportunity to work within an exciting company and you have the skills required for this role, please apply through the link and we will call you to discuss the role before your details are submitted. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Laser Engineer Salary/rate £25000 - £30000/annum Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 107773133 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description We have been asked by our client to recruit a Laser Engineer to design, develop, construct and their specialised Products. Key Responsibilities: • Modelling, design, construction, test and characterisation of high power diode pumped lasers. • Take responsibility for testing and evaluation of the key laser components including pump diode, Q switch, nonlinear optics and laser gain media • Development and execution of the system test, collecting and analyzing the results. • Work in collaboration with other optical, mechanical and electrical design staff. • Liaise with other engineering staff from collaborating companies providing design, supplies, or services. • Flexibility of changing tasks as required by customer driven demands. • Provide input to departmental progress reports • Assist with field engineering activities (including international travel) • Specification of parts and services. Qualifications Experience: • Degree in physics or other relevant field is essential. A post graduate degree would be highly desirable. • A minimum of 3 years industrial experience is desired The ideal candidate will be a seasoned laser engineer who has direct experience of high power solid state lasers and has worked in a laser design program which has successfully transitioned into production in significant volume. • Able to analyse and present test results and other reports. • Must be flexible and adaptable to a changing environment. • Able to handle high work volumes in a multi task mode. • Able to work with limited supervision. • Team working is essential. • Electronics experience is useful. • Experience in analysing thermo-optical and thermo-mechanical problems is desired. In return a salary of between £25k and £30k is on offer(depending on experience). Benefits include 25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown which changes year on year, 36.5 hour week - Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 5:00pm and Fridays 8:30am to 13:00pm, Pension - employee contributes 5% and the employer matches the same, free parking. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Technical Engineer Salary/rate £28000 - £32000/annum Location East Grinstead, East Sussex Job Number 107776622 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Confirmation of Vacancy 3014TPP Job Title: Technical Engineer Technical Engineer Job Summary/Purpose To create and maintain all documentation relating to company products including operating manuals, build procedures, maintenance/service bulletins and specifications. To maintain the integrity of the Company Intranet by controlling the administration of the system including user’s access and maintenance of all categories, documents and drawings loaded on the system. To ensure that all products conform to the appropriate standards and accreditations, preparing and maintaining the relevant operating, testing and labelling procedures accordingly. Job Duties and Responsibilities • To be directly involved with the formulation and maintenance of all information relating to the build, test, schedules, operation and support for the product ranges manufactured from the East Grinstead site, (documents to comply and be incorporated into the companies ISO9001 procedures) including o Creating and maintaining system documentation, electronically, in paper format and on CDs in a timely manner according to agreed Production Plan o Documentation close out of systems o Creating a Third Party Manual (TPM) CD o Printing system operating manuals with a CD o Completing a “one-to-one” check on special content systems o Creating an “Advantage” CD for every system o Action of a “Quality” document (QAI) o Creating and updating build procedures (SOPs) To be involved in working on and keeping updated the required product data for reaching a targeted audience of users and engineers world-wide, including o Publishing “order” and other documents on the Intranet o Action of an Engineering Change Note (ECN), including the update of Intranet and build procedures (SOPs) o Action of a New Drawing Release (DN), including the update of Intranet and build procedures (SOPs) o As administrator for the Company Intranet, control all users’ access and maintenance of all categories on the system; oversee the loading of documents and drawings on the system. Work with Nexus, the web designers, for site maintenance. To ensure all product ranges meet the required accreditations and standards, such as CE marking, TUV, URL and all appropriate Safety legislation. This will include o Ascertaining which accreditations and standards our products need to comply with for the various global markets o Understanding the requirements of inspections, testing, certification and labelling to meet each standard and accreditation for each product o Creating the appropriate SOPs and QAIs o Amending and maintaining product routings accordingly o Training Operations personnel accordingly o Creating and maintaining an audit programme to ensure sustainment of conformity o Controlling the company’s Critical Component List (CCL) o Ensuring Purchasing request and receive the relevant Certificates Of Conformity (COC) o Advising NPI in design matters relating to Conformity, such as labelling and product specifications • Working on Project teams to improve and standardise processes and procedures • Contributing to Continuous Improvement / Lean / PPI initiatives Essential Skills and Knowledge • Possess an HNC/HND in Engineering • IT literacy - proficient in the use of Microsoft “Word” and “Excel” at advance level. Also graphics software to manipulate images and pictures for publication. • A working knowledge of Lean methodologies would be an advantage • Experience in MFGPro 8.6e or a similar MRP system If you have the relevant skills and qualifications our client will in return give you a highly competitive salary and benefits package. To apply please go through the link and we will call you to discuss the role before we submit your details to the client. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Salary to£28-32k Permanent Location: East Grinstead Job3014TPP Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date Contact Details

Job Title Electrical Engineer Salary/rate £30000 - £35000/annum Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 107738016 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description ELECTRICAL ENGINEER This is an office-based role but will involve some practical work, in R & D, the factory, and out on site with customers. Qualifications/Experience • Degree qualified • Electrical CAD: AutoCad Electrical 2011 (working alongside AutoCAD Inventor and Vault tools) • Electronics CAD: Altium v10 - an advantage • Electrical design experience including 3-phase power, inverters and motor drives • Siemens S7 PLC / Mitsubishi PLC / Red Lion HMI – an advantage • Practical workshop skills • European language ability (in addition to English) – an advantage • Must speak clear fluent English • Must be free to travel worldwide with no restrictions • Must have a current driving licence with no more than 3 points on. • Drawing change control through Vault data management tool • Build and maintain BOMs using Navision • Work as part of electrical design team to specify control software for special purpose systems • Preparation of test plans for control systems and products • Take technical lead in resolving test issues • Provision of technical support to customers and internal sales/service departments. • Working with mechanical design engineers to implement electromechanical aspects of designs • Testing and evaluation of components for use in designs • Assist QA engineers to resolve technical issues with electrical components • Maintenance of PLC software • Testing control systems during development; provision of necessary training to Test and Service personnel • Commissioning of systems on site as and when required. On occasion, travel may be required at short notice and some additional hours worked to meet business needs In return en excellent package is on offer. If you have the skills and qualifications for this role and you are looking for a new challenge within a well established, well respected company, please apply through the link and we will contact you to discuss the role before your details are submitted. Terry Parris Associates is a recruitment consultant’s who value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Sourcing Manager Salary/rate £50000 - £55000/annum Location East Sussex, South East Job Number 107778392 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Sourcing Manager Our client requires a Sourcing Manager, as part of our clients growth strategy to double the size of their business every 4 years we need a dedicated resource for sourcing, including purchasing, NPI and commodity management. The role will increase the focus on cost reduction, Low Cost Sourcing (LCS), NPI, Commodity Management whilst supporting the manufacturing supply chain for inventoried and non-inventoried items. The Sourcing Manager is a new role tasked with running the purchasing and sourcing function. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Set strategic direction for sourcing, purchasing and supplier management aligned with business strategy • Improve processes in sourcing and supplier management to improve quality and reduce costs • Ensure day-to-day direct and indirect material demand is satisfied on time and at agreed cost • Control process and sign-off for all external purchases in line with sign off authorities. • Put supplier score cards in place and metrics • Improve supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery) through work-outs • Consolidate purchases by commodity and negotiate prices • Identify and implement cost-out projects including make vs buy opportunities to reduce cost • Increase sourcing from low cost countries (LCC) • Put metrics in place and display publicly • Management of Sourcing team and its work activities. Continuously reassess team for its capabilities and make changes to ensure improved performance • Carrying our other departmental tasks to support the team in busy periods KEY DELIVERABLES: • Supplier quality, sourcing cost saving, material availability, inventory reduction, shipping costs, on time delivery • Quality perception with customer Qualifications • Degree level education in Engineering Essential Skills/Experience: • 5+ years’ experience from operational management role in engineering, or similar, company • 5+ years’ manufacturing engineering, operations or design experience • Experience from complex high-mix/low-volume environment • Excellent communication skills • Proven ability to drive change, change processes and reduce cost • 2 years supplier management experience, preferably from low cost countries • Commercial savvy and experience from commercial negotiations • Customer focused • Experience of Managing a team and its work activities • Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, MSX, ERP) • English + other European language Desirable Skills/Experience: • Six Sigma qualification • 5 years’ experience in materials management, supply chain • Understanding of inventory replenishment parameters and calculations Person Specification: • Demonstrated initiative and high levels of energy • Team player with demonstrated cross-functional achievements • Good at listening to and following instructions • Willing to contribute to the overall improvement and success of the business, working practices • A positive attitude, co-operative, willing to comply with company policies and procedures and work constructively with colleagues • Willing to commit to our core values This is a great opportunity for the right person with an excellent salary and package on offer. Terry Parris Associates is a recruitment consultant’s who value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Commercial Administrator Salary/rate £20000 - £30000/annum Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 107773123 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description We have been asked to recruit a Commercial Administrator for our well established client. The role will be to provide administrative support to the organisation. This role requires a well organised person, who is capable of communicating at all levels of the company, as well as externally, with a wide range of customers, suppliers and third party organisations. A background in a Manufacturing environment is essential. As well as excellent communication skills, the jobholder will need good, Excel, Word, Email and telephone skills. Our client deals with a wide range of companies and organisations, where English is second language. Main Tasks Quotation Control and Maintenance • Act as a central control point. Create and maintain a quotation log for product sales and services. • Ensure quotations include correct mark up elements, and that they address peripheral costs, such as shipping, travel, subsistence, duties. • Set up a system to ensure that the sales person, or customer, is aware that a quotation’s validity is close to expiring. Commercial Investigation • Ensure export to potential customers, and that all necessary agreements and licenses are, or will be, put in place, ahead of shipping. • Determine and maintain, shipping, billing and administrative addresses for customers/potential customers. • Check incoming POs against preceding quotations, identify differences and resolve with the Programme Manager prior to business induction. Import Controls • Maintain a record of components and sub systems imported into the EU. • Tag those that are permanent imports, and those that are likely to be exported. • Ensure Inward Processing Relief controls and renewals/extensions are maintained. • Ensure IPR references are quoted on exports. Export Controls • Identify export criteria that need to have completed, or to comply with. Identify FTA issues, maintain and update FTA approvals. • Gain export licenses for products when and where required. • Raise Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, and any other mandated shipping paperwork. • Liaise with shippers Shipping Suppliers – Liaison and Control • Monitor progress of shipped items, liaise with shipper and customer. • Monitor supplier performance • Book shipping Customer Liaison • Liaise with customer regarding Incoterms, shipping dates, collection etc. Finance Liaison • Liaise with Finance to ensure no goods are shipped without appropriate payment • Advise finance when Commercial Orders are shipped. Packing • In the case of hand carriable packages, assist with packing and labeling, as required. In return an excellent salary and benefits are on offer, to apply please go through the link and we will call you to discuss the company and role. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Technical Sales Staff Salary/rate £25000 - £40000/annum Excellent Company and Salary Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 107733197 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Technical Sales Staff An exciting opportunity has arisen for Technical Sales Staff. You will contribute to commercial strategy and account management of an innovative engineering company. Technical Sales Staff Key Responsibilities: • Help to grow the business in line with agreed business development strategies and overall company objectives. Identify customers and manage the sales accounts. • Visit customers to represent the company products and to understand customer needs. Travel will be involved. • Understand the technical aspects of the products sufficient to discuss applications with customers and make proposals for solutions. • Negotiate commercial sales within company commercial models, and administer the necessary sales contract documents. • Responsibilities include sales proposals, and negotiation of specifications, pricing, terms and conditions, and delivery. • Monitor customer satisfaction and ensure that support requirements are followed up and closed out with good timing. • Prepare and deliver sales presentation material, including the gathering of relevant industry and corporate data. • Provide weekly reports of sales progress and account activities • Continually review and evaluate the day-to-day administrative sales procedures and office business processes. Optimise and implement improvements Qualifications • Probably degree in a technical discipline but previous experience in this function will take priority • Training in selling methods, strategic or conceptual selling is an advantage Key Skills: • A good technical background is required • Good interpersonal skills and ability to interpret the needs of others, and to negotiate win – win solutions. • The ability to comprehend technological aspects of the products and to interpret applications advantages and solutions. • Good presentation and communication skills. • Knowledge of commercial and legal aspects of contracts, and distribution methods Other Preferences: • Good team working is essential. • Knowledge of marketing methods would be an advantage. • Good IT skills, especially with communication methods • Documentation and administrative skills are needed. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role, to apply please go though the link. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

Job Title Development Scientist Salary/rate £35000 - £42000/annum Location West Sussex, South East Job Number 107755258 Posted 25/05/2012 (15:31) Agency/Employer Terry Parris Associates Description Development Scientist Our client requires a Development Scientist to join their successful team. The Development Scientist’ role is to design and develop the physics package of Analytical Systems. Main Job Duties and Responsibilities • To be a member of the team responsible for the design and development of the physics aspects of Analysis Systems from initial concept to production release. • Work closely with mechanical, electronic and software engineering teams to develop concept and design specifications. • To contribute effectively in a New Product Development team. • To provide technical support to other engineering disciplines and customer support • To plan and conduct prototype system tests. • Any other duties as required for the role Essential Skills • Ability to apply a broad range of physics knowledge in a high technology problem solving development role. • Innovative thinking. • Desire for continuous learning. • Ability to work effectively as a member of a team • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and managers • Electron or Ion Optical design skills .desirable. • Ability in project planning and execution to agreed timescale and budget. • Ability to give clear and concise technical presentations in a group environment. • Commercial awareness of a scientific instrument manufacturing environment Essential Competencies • Builds Customer Allegiance • Focuses on growth • Business Acumen • Communicates Openly • Develops people including self • Focus on continuous learning • Builds organisational relationships • Demonstrates values – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation & Involvement Essential Knowledge • Either a good Physics degree with industrial experience in a design/development role or a Physics PhD. • Knowledge of Vacuum technology desirable. • Knowledge of Surface Science desirable. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office essential. Familiarity with MathCAD, Matlab, SIMION, CPO3D, VBA desirable. If you have the relevant skills and qualifications our client will in return give you a highly competitive salary and benefits package. To apply please go through the link and we will call you to discuss the role before we submit your details to the client. Terry Parris Associates are recruitment consultants whom value the needs of their clients and candidates. We are always happy to discuss vacancies, so if you are interested in this or any other position we have please give us a call. Job Type Permanent Contract Length N/A Start Date ASAP Contact Details

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