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Your role will be to deliver direct hiring into TT Electronics. Work will be focused on permanent hiring utilising tools such as our ATS (iCIMS) to enhance your sourcing capability and drive commercial value and quality of hire through direct hiring. The role on offer is a varied one and once you have learned our business processes and built stakeholder relationships, there will also be an opportunity to get involved in wider recruitment and associated project work. Key areas of responsibility will include: - Key recruitment partner for the UK and wider European business – supporting all business units in the first instance- Manage full end to end recruitment cycle.- Leverage all available sourcing channels to maximise direct hiring capabilities ensuring appropriate channels are used including job boards, social media and LinkedIn - Manage all applications via our ATS in an appropriate way ensuring feedback is provided when relevant- Conduct screening on candidates and present shortlist to hiring leaders with an overview- Management of the full offer process from verbal offer through to post offer paperwork and contracts including ensuring information is present for audit purposes- Work closely with the relevant HR members promoting collaboration across team - Establish strong relationships with hiring managers to drive short term success but also look to drive long-term recruitment hiring requirements - Work in partnership with leaders and provide practical advice on interview techniques, testing and selection criteria - Provide market analysis for the hiring community including salary benchmarking and candidate profiling - Be a brand ambassador and help to establish TT’s employer brand  both internally and externally through regularly activity on available social channels, attendance of networking events and other such activity- Provide regular reporting on key metrics such as time to hire, cost per hire etc - Map out key business roles and look to establish a pipeline of available talent    

As supply chain manager for our busy manufacturing site in Barnstaple, you will be accountable for:The strategic direction for the Purchasing FunctionRaw Material and Sub-Contract cost reductionSupplier selection, delivery, negotiation and qualityForecasting price trends and their impact on future activitiesMaximise the effectiveness of Material and Production planningCost and Revenue ForecastingIncoming and Outgoing logistics Key Responsibilities:Lead the Supply Chain Team through developing and implementing robust strategies to support the business goals for TT BarnstapleDevelop the expertise and skills of the team to meet business goalsWork effectively and collaboratively with a cross functional leadership team providing supply chain support to NPI and QA where necessaryOptimise the use of MRP and develop systems and processes that give TT Barnstaple a world class material and manufacturing planning systemLead an effective SIOP process with the business and identify and manage roadmap actions to drive the process to be world classEnsure adequate monitors are in place within the planning and supply chain processes to identify potential problems early enough for corrective actions to be takenImplement systems and KPI’s to measure, control and improve supply chain performance against clearly defined targetsManage the introduction & development of an effective vendor assessment programmeSupport and comply with inventory policies ensuring correct safety stocks and reduction in supply and manufacturing lead timesNegotiate contracts with current/new supply base and agree LTA’s with successful vendorsImplement cost down activities across all areas of organization including make or buy and non-production itemsManage the rationalisation of supplier base and introduce supplier development programmes for key suppliers Secondary Tasks will also inlcude:Actively develop the use of tendering processes to locate and secure the best possible sources of supplyEnsure systems are in place to effectively manage established supplier contractsActively promote world class purchasing standards and techniques for the business with a focus on continuous improvement

We’re currently looking for an Ink Preparation Technician in our busy Print Room. This role ensures the smooth flow of products through the print room by forward planning of new equipment and process improvements including ink requirements, blends and validations. - To carry out all ink blend processes and compile documentation to support use.  - To assist the process engineering manager in the effective running of the print and fire process. - Maintain all customer quality performance records, internal quality records, and ensure documentation is in compliance to support the traceability of ink usage and furnace characteristics and profiles. - To provide assistance to engineering / maintenance in the recording and monitoring of furnace profiles and PM schedules. - Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and support the reduction in material inventory. - Support prototype manufacture and selection of correct materials for the design. - Provide detailed training to Operators involved in all aspects of production printing and firing operations. - Shift work may be required.

IntroductionTo support, manage, and drive the development growth of Sensors & Specialist Component products in the East Region to allow at least 5-10% YoY growth as assigned Key Responsibilities- Build business by identifying and selling and maintaining great relationships with our customers and distributors- Manage Manufacturers Reps for the identified territory- Forecast and book products to ensure that sales targets are met- Organize, manage and drive sales to support sustained growth in assigned region- Properly articulate value proposition of growing product portfolio on all customer levels- Assist FAEs in the design-in and development cycle of new products and for managing the seamless and speedy execution of sales and engineering projects- Analyze market, identify and quantify New Business Opportunities (NBO’s).- Efficiently coordinate pre and post-sales support to achieve customer satisfaction- Assist in developing short, medium and long term sales plans- Timely, budget, forecast and report for the region- Review and present proposals (product selection, design solutions and project objectives) to customers- Ensure on-time customer delivery of all information, including samples and supporting design and product verification activities- Help quality and FAE teams to solve problems with applications with on-site evaluation and detailed discussion with customers- Update and maintain CRM system covering the customers in the region

IntroductionThe NPI (New Product Integration) deparmtent is expanding and requires additional Project Manager to support the existing team. The Project Manager will report to the Program Manager. Key Responsibilities• planning what work is required, when and who’s going to do it• looking at the risks involved in a particular project and managing theserisks• ensuring the work is completed to the highest standard• motivating the team of people involved in the project• co-ordinating work carried out by different people across the business• making sure the project is running on time and to budget• dealing with changes to the project as and when necessary• ensuring the project delivers the expected outcomes and benefits

As part of our commitment to our Sensors and Specialist Components customers, we have an exciting opportunity for a Temporary Purchasing & Factored Product Administrator to join a talented Logistics and Procurement department.  Every employee is critical to our success and as such we offer a range of enhanced employee benefits along with career development opportunities, while you work with us to achieve our strategic growth and enhance our quality contribution.  IntroductionTemporary Purchasing & Factored Product Administratorfor the Logistics & Procurement Department in Bedlington to support the team with daily duties, enabling them to support internal and external Customers more effectively.    Key Responsibilities- Prepare, monitor and expedite resale products purchase orders.- Monitor overdue deliveries and communicate with suppliers/internal/external customers- Progress supplier acknowledgements, check confirmation is in-line with supplier published lead times and update purchasing system, highlighting potential problems- Obtain price and delivery information from suppliers- Respond to invoice/price and stock queries- Support internal sales personnel to ensure customer satisfaction- Organise return shipments in response to supplier failure reports and customer RMA’s.- Create inbound deliveries for materials ordered so that fast and efficient turn round of product can be made.- Complete ad hoc assignments as defined by the Logistics Manager- Monitor stocks of resale products.- Monitor individual supplier on time delivery to WCL request date and supplier commit date- Update lead time sheet for all factored products- To review Purchasing reports and place purchase orders in a timely manner for sufficient product to be delivered at the correct time that meets with the optimum quality- To expedite delinquent suppliers in terms of late delivery of parts and or information relevant to the operation of the company in order to ensure that zero line stoppages are achieved.- To bring to the attention of the Purchasing Manager any Raw Material Issues affecting Production.- To reduce cost and inventory in line with the company and Purchasing and Logistics Managers plan without detriment to quality or customer service. The targets to achieve are as per company issued KPI’s at the point of time. - Update all weekly and monthly reports and graphs 

We have a need within Resistors for a Maintenance Technicians with Mechanical bias.  In this position the successful candidate will be responsible for all processes in a designated manufacturing area and will provide day to day line support, maintaining and improving equipment/machinery. Main duties and responsibilities centre around: 5.1 Operate and respond to equipment breakdown, diagnosing and rectifying faults in the following ways: - Undertake reactive breakdown repairs.- Undertake planned preventative maintenance activities as per maintenance schedules.- Perform fault finding on equipment, source parts, organise internal/external resources. and rectify to meet production requirements.- Minimise down time due to breakdowns.- Implement actions to prevent or minimise reoccurrence of identified faults.- Analyse breakdown causes and instigate corrective actions. This may involve discussion with external suppliers.- Recommend or implement actions to prevent future recurrence of identified modes of failure.  5.2  Proactively engage in continuous improvement activities relating to GMP, Productivity and Safety. - Participate in team based continuous improvement initiatives and implement agreed action plans.·        Seek to improve internal systems and methods of working through proactively reviewing. machine breakdown logs and suggesting continuous improvements actions that eliminate problems at source.·        Carry out machine modifications and improvements in conjunction with the engineering department to improve equipment performance.·        Proactively participate in activities aimed towards developing better integrations between production and engineering to increase the overall effectiveness of the Company.- Generate and implement continuous improvement ideas.- Involvement in Six Sigma continuous improvement projects.- Identify and implement opportunities for improvement in the engineering aspects of process operations.  5.3 Participate in profit improvement teams across the site.  5.4 Undertake risk assessments on a variety of plant and equipment across the site.  5.5 Manage external service contracts. Supervise external contractors and equipment vendors. Prepare, issue and control safety documents.  5.6  Undertake minor electronic repairs on machinery that are consonant with your training, skills and abilities.  5.7 Train and mentor apprentices in the technical aspects of the job, whilst ensuring that safety is aramount and that adequate safety precautions are taken. 

We have a vacancy within Resistors for a Process Engineer.  In this position the successful candidate will be responsible for all processes in a designated manufacturing area and will provide day to day line support as well as being accountable for implementing process improvements and cost reduction initiatives.Reporting directly to the Engineering and Maintenance Manager, key duties and responsibilities will include:-- Controlling the introduction of new materials and equipment to include:- process development- establishing process and equipment capabilities- specifying equipment and commissioning- designing or sub-contracting the design of jigs and fixtures- generating of process related documentation- customer liaison - operator training- Participating in the planning and layout of manufacturing cells - Raising appropriate CEA’s to both maintain and improve business performance.- Ensuring manufacturing documents are generated and are maintained in line with the manufacturing processes- Failure analysis and yield improvement- Liaising with other departments (Quality/Test/Design) in analysing customer returns and implementing corrective actions - Off-site visits which may, on occasion involve foreign travel to visit customers and suppliers - Participating in the introduction of new manufacturing techniques and working practices.The successful candidate will have good interpersonal skills to be able to communicate and influence across all levels of the business.  The candidate who has the technical knowledge and interpersonal skills required will be supported with a development plan to learn our products and processes.

Summary:  The Engineering Support Technician requires a strong technical background coupled with good communication skills and an understanding of the electronic manufacturing process.  The job requirements focus on PE support, test development and debug, manufacturing test support. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. - Generate internal Engineering Change Notices to incorporate customer ECNs.- Evaluate similarities or differences in alternate devices and submitting to Product Engineer for final review. - Cross referencing customer specified parts to comparable devices being purchased. - Support Materials Group with confirmation of AVL and tape & reel information.- Quoting, developing, assembling and debugging functional test fixtures.- Support In-Circuit Test programming, fixture evaluation and fixture maintenance.- Enhance programs of Automated Test Equipment to make them more efficient.- Develop programming interface and or setup instructions to program devices.- Develop, converting, and documenting test procedures into TT Electronics format.- Assist manufacturing with troubleshooting support.- Troubleshoot products and provide feedback on failure mode.- Support PE Group by coordinating and performing test on Prototype and Pre-Production products.- Support Marketing and PE Groups by providing quotes on test time and fixture costs.- Use and practical application of various types of electronic test equipment: i.e. DMM’s, Power Supplies, Oscilloscopes, Frequency Counters, and Signal Generators.

Summary: The Manufacturing Engineer Technician Intern requires a technical background coupled with good communication skills and a fundamental understanding of electronic manufacturing processes.  The job requirements will focus on working with the Manufacturing Engineer in developing and documenting manufacturing processes that improve labor efficiency and quality, and reduce work in-process, scrap, material handling and overall manufacturing costs.  Other responsibilities will include, but are not limited to design of tooling and fixtures, support of the production floor, etc. Essential Duties andResponsibilities:- Utilize knowledge of tools and equipment used in manufacturing. - Understands and follows ESD requirements of area.- Interpret and build from assembly manufacturing principles drawings and specifications. - Assist manufacturing engineering when needed. - Incorporate mark-ups into manufacturing documentation packages. - Complete training on safety, process, material, and equipment. - Analyze data and recommend formulation and process changes.- Utilize a wide variety of plant equipment and analytical data.- Coordinate with other engineers and technicians to move projects forward. - Analyze data to determine if parts qualify and if not what print criteria will need adjusted to improve process capability.- Assist engineers on graphite cup implantation and qualification in platinum aluminide. - Other duties as assigned.

Summary: The Strategic Account Manager (SAM) is responsible for the maintenance and growth of key strategic accounts as defined by the GMS Leadership Team. The SAM will employ targeted and defined go-to-market strategies resulting in aggressive year over year growth and profitability within the assigned accounts.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.- Act as the organization’s focal point for working with assigned strategic customers to develop annual and long-range growth strategies, in coordination with site and divisional leadership.- Build and manage relationships across multiple customer sites, divisions and functions at all levels of the organization including C-level Suite- Establish a business-oriented (Level 3) sales solution based upon understanding the customer’s business strategy and aligning our solutions to achieve mutual success.- Ownership of revenue growth and profit margin improvement at the customer’s site, divisional and corporate levels with an internal sensitivity for regional business requirements to meet divisional objectives- Support global and regional customer visits and meeting as required- Assure World Class Customer Service including appropriate engagement in the voice of the customer program.- Work with site and divisional leadership to negotiate and maintain long term agreements to limiting exposure to liability and risk for all parties- Internally communicate customers planning strategies, product roadmap, technical requirements and opportunities for enhanced service, improved value and expanded our offerings - Engage and mentor cross functional team with a clear customer engagement strategy across all regions with a positive attitude and cultural sensitivities- Establish team KPI’s with regular reviews and measurement of tactical execution to strategy - Detailed knowledge of monthly reporting, actions and owners for site and divisional financials and business performance focusing on revenue, margin, inventory, customer satisfaction and cost trends adversely impacting profitability- Judiciously maintain and update organizations CRM suite along with alignment and maintenance of revenue storm tools and techniques.- Constantly evaluate and assess risk versus reward while providing innovative global solutions to customer product, technical roadmaps and end markets - Maintain up to date knowledge of emerging trends, expansion opportunities, competitive threats and internal business process improvements and communicate this information to company leadership as needed - Escalation point for ensuring customer complaints are resolved in a timely and effective manner- Capitalize on value creation opportunities, cross sell, by working closely with organizations divisions to develop creative workable solutions to customer needs- Serve on the BD Council and interface with the Business Development team in regular strategy sessions as required.- Develop training and succession plans to support and continually improve the SAM role \- Serve as marketing liaison/representative to identify, strategize and capture new business opportunities within strategic accounts- Facilitate coaching opportunities with Account managers and Program managers with customer opportunities    

NPI Design - R&D - Development Engineer - Engineering - STEM - Manufacturing - Prototype Engineer - CAD - Electronic - New Product – PCB  We’re currently recruiting for an NPI Engineer to join the Power Electronics division at TT Electronics Bedlington. This role is to work within a team who are responsible for the design & development of new products and sustaining products throughout their life cycle. The design function includes the provision of data to the manufacturing operation to enable the product to be manufactured efficiently; including drawings, creating BOMs, Routes and process instructions. Key ResponsibilitiesWorking with the business development and product development team, design hybrid circuits and multi-chip modules, including PCB layout and mechanical drawings. Control and implementation of engineering change requests. The creation and control of master data within the SAP EPR system, including materials, BOMs and Routes. To participate in project reviews and manage projects where required.  

IntroductionTo add value to the Company by processing direct purchase requisitions and convert to orders for both materials and services. Main duties include:- Process indirect purchase requisitions and convert to purchase orders.- Investigating invoice queries- General clerical duties within the department. 

IntroductionAs part of our commitment to training and development, we’re pleased to be recruiting an apprenticeship role for the seventh consecutive year at Bedlington.We have a training vacancy within the Purchasing team for a Purchasing Apprentice. The balance of workplace experience, practical coaching, and formal teaching will support the achievement of a nationally recognised Procurement qualification.

** THIS POSITION REQUIRES US CITIZENSHIP OR GREEN CARD HOLDER** The Development Engineer will prepare prototypes of new products and will be responsible for preparing test plans, executing various electrical and environmental tests, and create reports for these tests.  He/she will also develop manufacturing processes to meet specific customer requirements.  He/she will draw upon their technical knowledge and their experience to provide creative, optimized solutions to design and process problems.   Essential Functions: - Works with equipment and material vendors to select, develop and acquire the appropriate items suited to the project being developed.- Directs and assists technicians in trouble shooting equipment and processes, to support the transfer and integration of new projects into manufacturing.- Prepares samples and prototypes including appropriate testing.- Interprets engineering specifications, sketches and drawings necessary to build prototypes or demonstrates ideas to customers.- Reviews and analyzes customer specifications, standards, guidelines and data using statistical techniques when appropriate. - Prepares test procedures, test reports, and manufacturing process instructions. - Collects data for the creation of cost estimates for new products and processes.  Additional Responsibilities - Assists in technical drafting and design. - Track and expedite prototypes through the manufacturing process. - Works within a team environment to plan and execute new products and/or processes.- Performs other Engineering duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Able to mentally visualize and comprehend the technical aspects of resistor manufacturing, understand the interrelationships and tradeoffs of factors affecting a given design, and be attentive to detail. - Capable of efficiently integrating existing methods with new innovations to economically solve problems in a timely manner. - Able to communicate effectively orally, electronically and in writing.- Possesses working knowledge of Word, and Excel. - Has initiative, able to work effectively with minimum direction, and has the ability to work effectively within a engineering team.- Possess working knowledge of CAD software or have the ability to acquire this knowledge utilizing own initiative.  

IntroductionTo work within the Rogerstone facility to transform and drive the production process with solid planning processes and tools. Key ResponsibilitiesWorking within the materials and planning team the Production planner will be responsible for defining the production plan that ensure the site tactically executes to maximise On Time Delivery for all customers. In this role the production planner will have the initial task of reviewing current planning processes and implementing the necessary changes to optimise the planning execution.

IntroductionResponsible for the output and quality levels of the designated productions lines and the general housekeeping of that area.                                                                                       Key Responsibilities- To ensure all paperwork is at an acceptable level. - Meet hourly production targets and monitor and report accordingly.- To ensure quality is at the required IPC model standard.- To ensure housekeeping is at a high standard.- To ensure ESD requirements are always met.- To ensure Environmental, Health & Safety requirements are always met.- To ensure all TTims departmental procedures is being adhered to.- Day to day control of production requirements.- Day to day control of kitting and material flow through department. - Attend daily production (Team Brief) meetings when required.- Communicate well and work as part of a team.- Able to input information onto the quality data base when required.- Ability to understand product MI / QI and implement function.- Ability to print & label printed circuit boards.- Ensure compliance with company codes of conduct.- Undertake responsibilities as defined by the production Team Leader.- Cover for operators (short term) e.g. holidays / sickness etc.- To change over machines in the required KPI target.- To monitor ppm on an hourly bases to achieve KPI target.- To carry out paste checks on a change over or every 3 hours.- To carry out feeder maintenance when required.- To assist Technician / Engineer on major breakdowns when required.- To carry out first off checks when required.- To assist Technician / Engineer on maintenance when required. This list of duties & responsibilities is not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks performed. Other associated tasks are likely to be performed as direct by the relevant Team Leader / Manager.

IntroductionThis is a site leadership role for a level 1 site (Rogerstone) with additional responsibility for HSE oversight for two sub regional level two TT sites (20% of the role). Responsible for developing Health, Safety and Environmental standards, and ensuring that they are embedded within the organisation. You will be responsible for setting the strategic framework for the management of these standards and for defining and delivering against objectives that enable both the achievement of these standards and continuous improvement.You will be a provider of information, giving technical guidance on all Health, Safety and Environmental matters, identifying and advising on current and future requirements and ensuring that systems, policies and processes are in place to support the continuing development of a positive HSE culture across the site.  Key ResponsibilitiesYou will be responsible for directing and providing health and safety program oversight across the site for 80% of your role. The position oversees development, implementation and management of behaviour-based safety practices, internal audit functions for health, safety and environmental procedure implementation, management of the external OHSAS and ISO certification program as well as ensuring compliance with corporate, Health & Safety Executive, Local Authorities, client safety requirements, and conducting root-cause analysis of health and safety incidents.  You will monitor and document the effectiveness of safety control measures used throughout the site and direct and coach the site Management team in the implementation of the Corporate Health and Safety Programs. The position will manage the development of site-specific health and safety plans including the site HSE training plan.

Summary:  Plans, develops, and establishes policies and objectives of business organization in accordance with corporate directives by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate managers. The ideal candidate will have an excellent balance of strategic, tactical, and operational skills with an EMS background and can execute and deliver successful results. Interaction and leadership across functional lines is essential. At the Director level of professional development, the candidate will be able to concisely articulate all of the interactions and factors that contribute to the final outcome. The right candidate will have demonstrated solid leadership in leading teams and programs to deliver successful outcomes. This candidate is expected to perform using best practices for scheduling, monitoring, tracking and execution of projects intermediate-to-large scale for cross functional, and company-wide critical programs.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.- Experience in multiple areas of Materials Management– Purchasing (esp. sourcing), Planning, and Inventory Control.- Lean or 6S experience and/or certifications.- Experience in a manufacturing environment(vs. corporate office).- ERP system experience– especially implementations and/or multiple systems.- Industry experience (EMS or electronics).- Relevant degree (Supply Chain, Materials and Logistics Mgmt, etc).- Experience with cost reduction and/or material reduction.- Awards and/or recommendations- International experience- Review or update supply chain practices in accordance with new or changing environmental policies, standards, regulations, or law.- Develop material costs forecasts or standard cost lists.- Appraise vendor manufacturing ability through on-site visits and measurements.- Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, vendors, or freight forwarders.- Monitor supplier performance to assess ability to meet quality and delivery requirements.- Meet with suppliers to discuss performance metrics to provide performance feedback, or to discuss production forecast or changes.- Implement new or improved supply chain processes.- Design or implement supply chains that support environmental policies.- Analyze inventories to determine how to increase inventory turns, reduce waste, or optimize customer service.- Develop procedures for coordination of supply chain management with other functional areas, such as sales, marketing, finance, production, or quality assurance.- Design or implement supply chains that support business strategies adapted to changing market conditions, new business opportunities, or cost reduction strategies.- Locate or select biodegradable, non-toxic, or other environmentally friendly raw materials for manufacturing processes.- Provides continuous support to the Customer Focus team.

IntroductionThe Commercial Specilist is a key role in the company pricing strategy for Resistors.  This role interacts regularly with Sales and Product teams to respond to pricing requests quickly and accurately so as to position us to win opportunities. This role is also responsible for collecting and sharing competitive information, as well as some adminsitrative functions such as processing sample requests, and distributor provision items. Key Responsibilities Day to day tactical pricing responsibility for European distributors and customers• Responding to requests for quotations in a timely and accurate manner.• Back up support for Americas and Asia based customers.• Daily interaction with the Product & Sales teams in order to understand market needs     and pricing strategies.• Assist with strategic RFQ’s as needed.• Collect and share competitive market information.  Process and administer sample requests• Process all sample enquiries for Fixed Resistors using established procedures• Enter new sample orders on SAP and keep customers updated via CRM.• Run outstanding sample reeport weekly to show status of pending, late and samples due. • Run CRM report daily to see if samples have shipped. Expedite outstanding samples with correct factories, to make sure they are shipped as promised. Update CRM accordingly. Process & Verify Distribution Stock Returns, Rotations / Scrap Allowance and Price Protection Claims.• Stock Rotation / Scrap Allowance• NPI (New Product Introduction Stocking Packages Return• Price ProtectionsFollow established Procedures to verify & process claims. Organize and document special price lists (SPL) and customer pricing agreements• Administration of SPLs, completing front sheets, having them authorised by correct sales managers• Entering SPLs into the correct format in Excel ready to be loaded in SAP and maintaining the file.• Distribution of agreements to internal users as required. • Maintain a spreadsheet of active SPL’s with expiry dates, review monthly and send out reminders of upcoming renewals if not already being actioned. Preparing reports• Preparing reports as required.• Preparing sample report weekly for the Commercial Team Leader. Adhoc• Assisting with Adhoc activities, including:o Helping with price book updates administrationo Backing up Inside Sales by preparing formal quotes as needed.o Other duties as assigned.