We’re recruiting for a Stores & Maintenance Planning Manager to join an established manufacturing business.

This is a varied role combining responsibility for the engineering stores function, spare parts and inventory control alongside the planning and coordination of preventative maintenance activities.

What you’ll be doing

• Taking ownership of the day-to-day engineering stores operation
• Managing stock levels across spare parts, consumables and operational materials
• Maintaining accurate inventory records across ERP / stock management systems
• Raising purchase orders and sourcing parts and materials from suppliers
• Building strong supplier relationships and obtaining competitive quotations
• Identifying opportunities to reduce costs, consolidate suppliers and optimise stock holdings
• Investigating stock discrepancies and managing regular stock counts
• Developing and maintaining preventative maintenance schedules
• Planning maintenance activity to minimise disruption and downtime
• Ensuring parts, materials, contractors and other resources are ready ahead of planned maintenance
• Creating and managing work orders through the CMMS

What we’re looking for

We’re keen to speak with people who have previous experience within Stores Management, Engineering Stores, Inventory Management, Maintenance Planning or a similar role.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Experience within a stock control / stores / inventory management role within a fast paced environment.
• Experience working with ERP, CMMS or stock management systems
• An understanding of preventative maintenance and maintenance planning
• Experience working with suppliers and purchasing parts/materials
• Good Excel and data analysis skills
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• A proactive approach – someone who will look at how things are currently done and identify opportunities to improve them

This could be a great opportunity for someone who enjoys having ownership of their area, working closely with engineering and operations, and bringing more structure and efficiency to both stores and maintenance planning.

We’re working with an established engineering business that is looking for a Proposals Co-ordinator (Technical) to join its Sales & Projects team.

This is a varied role sitting between engineering, sales and commercial activity, where you’ll be responsible for turning customer enquiries, drawings and technical specifications into accurate, competitive quotations.

You’ll work closely with Sales, Engineering, Procurement and Finance to make sure proposals are complete, commercially sound and delivered on time.

What will you be doing?

• Preparing and issuing accurate, competitive technical and commercial quotations in response to customer enquiries
• Reviewing engineering drawings, technical specifications and commercial requirements
• Coordinating with internal teams to gather the information required for accurate quotation preparation
• Managing and tracking the quotation pipeline, ensuring enquiries are followed up and closed out
• Liaising directly with customers to clarify requirements and respond to follow-up queries
• Monitoring quotation deadlines and prioritising workload in a fast-paced environment
• Ensuring bids and proposals comply with internal procedures, pricing approvals and document control requirements
• Maintaining accurate records of quotations, pricing history and customer communications
• Supporting the Sales and Account Management teams with professional and timely documentation
• Reviewing purchase orders and supporting the business in mitigating contractual and commercial risk
• Identifying opportunities to improve the quotation process and make it more efficient

What are we looking for?

You’ll ideally have a background that combines technical understanding with commercial awareness.

You should have:

• A good understanding of mechanical engineering principles
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Previous experience preparing technical and commercial quotations
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• The ability to prioritise and manage multiple enquiries and deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence communicating with both customers and internal stakeholders
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office

Rising Talent Recruitment is working with a global leader in semiconductor packaging and assembly services, to recruit a Senior Manufacturing Development Engineer.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team developing innovative semiconductor and optoelectronic products for customers across a wide range of industries.

The Role

As a Senior Manufacturing Development Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, development and introduction of new semiconductor packaging technologies. You'll combine hands-on engineering with project leadership, working closely with customers and internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing component packages for semiconductor and photonic devices.
• Developing and optimising assembly processes.
• Supporting hands-on manufacturing and process operations.
• Leading New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from concept through to production.
• Managing technical projects, including planning, scheduling and customer communication.
• Driving continuous improvement through Design of Experiments (DOE), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.
• Working collaboratively across engineering, manufacturing and customer teams to deliver successful project outcomes.

About You

We're looking for an engineer who combines strong technical expertise with excellent project management and communication skills.

You'll ideally have:

• A degree in Engineering or a related scientific discipline (or significant equivalent industry experience).
• At least five years' experience within semiconductor and/or optical component manufacturing.
• Practical experience of semiconductor assembly processes including:
  • Wafer sawing
  • Epoxy and solder die attach
  • Wire bonding
• Experience with package sealing, encapsulation or surface mount technologies would be advantageous.
• Mechanical design experience using SolidWorks (or similar CAD software), ideally including thermal or stress modelling.
• Knowledge of DFM, DOE, FMEA and project planning.
• Experience of process engineering, yield improvement and Statistical Process Control (SPC) is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work directly with customers.

What's in it for You?

In return, you'll receive an excellent package including:

• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• Flexible working and Flexi Time
• 33 days holiday, increasing with service
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Matched pension contributions up to 6%
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Company sick pay
• Employee referral scheme

We're recruiting on behalf of a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing, offering the opportunity to work on highly automated production equipment in a world-class cleanroom facility.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that invests heavily in technology, continuous improvement and the development of its engineering teams.

The Role

As an Equipment Maintenance Technician, you'll play a vital role in keeping production running by carrying out planned preventative maintenance, responding to equipment breakdowns and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Working closely with Production, Quality and Engineering teams, you'll diagnose faults, repair complex manufacturing equipment and help drive improvements that maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime.

You'll also contribute to equipment upgrades, machine modifications and support the development of apprentices and trainee technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance on advanced manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose electrical and electronic faults efficiently to minimise downtime.
• Complete maintenance activities using the company's electronic maintenance management system.
• Support equipment improvements and modification projects.
• Work closely with Production and Quality teams to maximise equipment performance.
• Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely and in line with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and shift handovers.
• Promote 5S standards and continuous improvement across the department.

What We're Looking For

We're keen to speak with engineers who have experience maintaining automated manufacturing equipment within a production environment.

Ideally you'll have experience with:

• Electrical and/or electronic maintenance
• Fault finding on automated production equipment
• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Root cause analysis and problem solving
• Working with CMMS or maintenance management systems
• Continuous improvement and reliability initiatives

Experience within semiconductor, electronics, pharmaceutical, food & drink, FMCG, medical device, automotive or other highly automated manufacturing environments would be highly advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Shift allowance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Ongoing technical training and development
• Exposure to world-class semiconductor manufacturing technology
• Long-term career progression with a global organisation
• Modern, clean and highly automated working environment

If you're looking to develop your engineering career within a business that values innovation, teamwork and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you

This is a great opportunity for someone who loves getting into the detail, analysing spend and finding opportunities to do things better, smarter and more cost-effectively.

You’ll be given the opportunity to really get under the skin of their indirect services and supplier spend – looking at what’s currently in place, challenging where appropriate, negotiating new deals and identifying opportunities to drive cost savings and efficiencies across the business.

What you'll be doing:

• Reviewing and analysing existing indirect spend
• Assessing current suppliers, contracts, and commercial agreements
• Identifying cost-saving and efficiency opportunities
• Negotiating and renegotiating supplier agreements
• Supporting sourcing and tendering activity across indirect services
• Benchmarking costs and challenging existing arrangements
• Using data and spend analysis to identify opportunities
• Working with internal stakeholders to understand requirements
• Driving tangible commercial value throughout the 6-month assignment

What I'm looking for:

Previous indirect procurement experience is essential for this one, ideally with strong exposure to indirect services.

You’ll also need:

• A proven track record of negotiation and delivering cost savings
• Strong commercial awareness
• Excellent supplier and stakeholder management skills
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Confidence analysing spend and spotting opportunities
• The ability to hit the ground running and work independently

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Supply Chain professional – or a strong number two ready to step up – to take ownership of a busy supply chain function with a significant purchasing spend and a well-established team.

The role

You’ll have responsibility across purchasing, supplier management and material availability, ensuring the business has what it needs to maintain service and support production.

Alongside the day-to-day operation, there are some really interesting projects to get involved in, including:

• Supplier changes and development
• NPD and new product launches
• Systems and data improvements
• Purchasing and process improvement projects
• Supporting improvements across materials and warehousing
• Developing supplier relationships and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Leading and supporting the wider supply chain team

Who are we looking for?

We’re deliberately keeping an open mind on job title and level.

You could already be working as a Supply Chain Manager, or you might be a Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer or similar who has strong leadership experience and is ready to take that next step.

What’s more important is that you have:

• Strong understanding of end to end supply chain
• Experience within a manufacturing environment
• Confidence managing suppliers and significant spend
• Good understanding of materials, availability and service
• Leadership experience and the ability to develop a team
• A hands-on, down-to-earth approach
• Strong systems/data skills and an improvement mindset

The business

• This is a client I genuinely love recruiting for.
• They have a brilliant, down-to-earth culture, lovely people and a collaborative environment where the Supply Chain team works closely with the wider business and shop floor.
• It’s an FTC, but you’re absolutely not just coming in to keep the seat warm. There’s plenty to take ownership of and a real opportunity to make an impact during your time with the business.
• The role is predominantly site-based, particularly during the initial handover period, although there is flexibility around working hours and potentially some home working once established.

The role covers both Health & Safety and Environmental Compliance, with the environmental side being particularly important.

The Role

Working alongside the Production and Engineering teams, you’ll take ownership of EHS across the site and help continue developing the existing systems, processes and culture.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and improving existing Safe Systems of Work and risk assessments.
• Identifying opportunities to improve health & safety standards.
• Supporting fire safety, housekeeping and wider risk management.
• Working closely with Production, Engineering and other departments.
• Developing Health & Safety representatives across the business.
• Monitoring environmental compliance and maintaining accurate records.
• Liaising with regulatory bodies and Scottish Water when required.
• Identifying areas for improvement and putting practical solutions in place.
• Developing a clear EHS plan and helping embed this across the site

About You

We’re looking for someone who can combine strong technical knowledge with a practical and approachable style.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience in an EHS / Health & Safety role within manufacturing or heavy industry.
• NEBOSH qualification as a minimum.
• Strong environmental compliance experience.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies.
• Good knowledge of risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• The confidence to challenge and influence when required.
• A practical, hands-on approach.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

You’ll be comfortable working independently and building relationships across Production, Engineering and the wider business.

The Opportunity

This is a standalone EHS position where you’ll have the opportunity to make the role your own.

The business is investing in its site and equipment and wants someone who can bring fresh ideas, identify opportunities and help continue developing its EHS standards.

If you're looking for a role where you can have genuine ownership, work closely with the wider management team and see the impact of your work, this could be a good fit.

This is a key role within the business, taking responsibility for import and export control compliance and ensuring operations remain compliant with UK, US and international regulations. You’ll act as a subject matter expert across the organisation, providing practical guidance while supporting the successful delivery of complex commercial and regulated programmes.

The Role

Working closely with teams across Engineering, Sales, Projects, Supply Chain and Customer Support, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing export licence applications and associated documentation
• Acting as a key point of contact with relevant regulatory authorities
• Developing and maintaining export control and sanctions procedures
• Advising the wider business on export control, sanctions and trade compliance requirements
• Delivering training and increasing compliance awareness across the organisation
• Monitoring changes to legislation and translating these into practical business requirements
• Supporting internal audits, risk assessments and compliance reviews
• Maintaining accurate records and regulatory reporting
• Working with international counterparts on authorisations and trade compliance requirements
• Providing pragmatic, risk-based advice to support new business opportunities and programme delivery

About You

We’re looking for someone with strong experience within Export Control, Trade Compliance or a similar regulatory environment, ideally gained within:

Maritime | Naval | Defence | Aerospace | Engineering

You’ll bring:

• Strong knowledge of UK Export Control legislation and licensing
• Experience managing export licence applications
• Understanding of military and dual-use classifications
• Knowledge of UK sanctions regulations and international trade compliance
• Experience carrying out audits, risk assessments and compliance reviews
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• The ability to interpret complex regulations and turn them into clear, practical guidance

Experience with EAR / ITAR, UK MOD F680 / F1686, customs compliance or international logistics would be advantageous but isn’t essential.

This is a varied role where you'll work closely with customers and internal teams across Planning, Procurement, Engineering and Production to ensure products are delivered on time, problems are resolved quickly, and relationships continue to grow.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing relationships with key customer accounts
• Coordinating customer orders, forecasts and delivery schedules
• Monitoring KPIs including OTIF performance and identifying improvements
• Leading customer review meetings and driving actions forward
• Supporting quotations, pricing reviews and commercial discussions
• Ensure customer schedules accurately reflect manufacturing capability
• Working on new product introductions from prototype through to production
• Maintain ERP systems and customer portals with complete accuracy
• Monitor inventory held for allocated customers.
• Review excess, obsolete and slow-moving inventory alongside procurement department

We're keen to speak to people who have:

• Experience in Customer Service, Account Management or Supply Chain within manufacturing
• Strong ERP and Excel skills
• Ability to analyse data and produce customer performance reports (e.g. OTIF, forecasts, KPIs)
• Experience managing customer orders, forecasts and delivery schedules
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, organised approach with strong commercial awareness

I'm currently working with a well-established manufacturing business based in Falkirk who is looking to add a Materials Planner to their supply chain team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where you'll play a key role in ensuring materials are available when needed, helping production run smoothly while working closely with suppliers and internal teams.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing purchase orders from creation through to delivery.
• Planning material requirements using MRP.
• Monitoring supplier performance and ensuring deliveries are on schedule.
• Proactively managing shortages before they impact production.
• Working closely with production, stores and engineering to ensure material availability.
• Investigating supplier delivery issues and driving corrective actions.
• Managing invoice queries, order amendments and damaged or lost deliveries.
• Supporting inventory optimisation by reducing excess, obsolete and slow-moving stock.
• Contributing to continuous improvement projects across the supply chain.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience within a purchasing, planning or materials role in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Experience using an MRP/ERP system.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail.

Why apply?

You'll be part of a supportive supply chain team with plenty of variety in the role and the chance to develop your skills within a fast-paced forever changing engineering environment.