We are recruiting an Engineering Stores Controller on a permanent, days-based role (Mon–Fri, 8am–4pm) in Leighton Buzzard with a leading manufacturing company. You will manage daily Engineering Stores operations, process order requests, handle financial reconciliation of stock and orders, and administer the computerised planned maintenance system. The role offers a salary of £34,500 per year.
What’s in it for you:
Basic salary circa £34.5k per annum plus 10% matched pension
Days based position Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm
Industry leading benefits package, Aviva healthcare, Shopping and holiday discounts, employee assistance program for you and your family
Accredited training and development
Key Responsibilities and Tasks:
Engineering parts and consumables stores control and stock allocation
The day-to-day management of the Engineering stores
The development and improvement of Stores organization and inventory control
Develop and control parameters for the Factory based Stores locations
Develop and provide an effective Stores service to the Engineering Department, whilst assisting departmental Managers in the enforcement of the correct administration disciplines to ensure efficiency
Development into controlling the purchasing of all materials and to ensure financial administrative procedures and disciplines are followed
To follow Company preferred supplier base
To control and monitor a perpetual Stores inventory system
Liaise with the Works Office as and when required
Liaise with Suppliers as and when required
Liaise with Engineering Department as required
The compilation of quarterly Store performance reports, to include such areas as increased supplier base, improvements in cost base and service elements
Close involvement with Unit Accounts Department to ensure smooth administrative and financial procedures.
Skills, Qualifications and Attributes:
As Engineering Stores Controller/Stock Controller you will be responsible to the Engineering Manager on a day-to-day basis with line responsibility to the Factory Manager for financial administration
Desirable Managing an Engineering or Stores System – stock control, computer based
Computer literate including Microsoft Word, Excel, (All round IT skills)
Experience of working within a manufacturing or engineering administration or stock control environment is desirable but not essential
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Job Title: CNC Turner (2-Axis – Late Shift) Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire Salary: £42,500 – £50,500 per annum (negotiable, dependant on experience) Benefits:28 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus additional paid holiday during Christmas shutdownCompany pension schemeHealthcare scheme covering a wide range of servicesFree on-site parkingExcellent working conditions in a modern machine shopLong-term stable employment with training and progression opportunities Company Profile This is a well-established subcontract precision engineering business specialising in low-volume, high-quality components, including tubular and threaded parts. Serving demanding industries such as aerospace, defence, and oil & gas, the company has built its reputation on technical expertise, flexibility, and reliability. With a culture of continuous investment in machinery, skills, and people, and a loyal, long-serving workforce, this is an excellent place to build a long-term engineering career. Job Profile As a CNC Turner on the late shift, you will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating 2-axis CNC lathes to produce precision components. This hands-on role requires experience working to tight tolerances, interpreting complex engineering drawings, and producing high-quality parts in a range of materials. Duties:Program, set, and operate 2-axis CNC turning machinesWrite CNC programs longhand at the machine and edit existing programs using Fanuc controlsUse ‘Manual Guide i’ and G-Code programmingSet up tooling, materials, feeds, and speeds for production runsCarry out in-process inspections using precision measuring equipmentProduce low to medium volume parts in a variety of metals, including large components up to 300mm x 3m (with hoist training provided)Ensure parts are manufactured to tight tolerances and high surface finish requirementsContribute to a culture of quality and continuous improvement Skills & Attributes:Time-served CNC Turner with experience in programming, setting, and operating 2-axis lathesProficiency in Fanuc programming and editing using G-code and Manual Guide iStrong ability to interpret engineering drawings and geometric tolerancesExperience with Fanuc controls (advantageous)Hands-on, self-motivated, and quality-driven approachAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionExperience producing precision parts across various metals Education / Certificates:Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience preferred Hours of Work:Monday to Wednesday: 16:30 – 03:30Thursday: 16:30 – 01:30 Interested? This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC Turner to join a stable and expanding engineering business. With investment in advanced machinery, a supportive and long-serving team, and opportunities to work on challenging, high-precision projects, this role is ideal for machinists who take pride in producing top-quality work and want to develop within a respected engineering company.Bolt-On Personnel and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seek to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex, age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Bolt-On Personnel and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Bolt-On Personnel, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Bolt-On Personnel.....Read more...
Job Title: Quality / Chief Inspector Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (negotiable, dependant on experience) Benefits:28 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus additional paid holiday during Christmas shutdownCompany pension schemeHealthcare scheme covering optical, dental, physiotherapy and moreFree on-site parkingExcellent working conditions in a modern facilitySupportive and collaborative team environmentLong-term stable employment with career development opportunities Company Profile This is a long-established precision engineering business with a reputation for producing low-volume, high-quality components for sectors including aerospace, oil & gas, and defence. The company has built its reputation on honesty, flexibility, continual investment, and strong customer relationships. With ISO-accredited quality systems in place and a highly experienced workforce, this is a business that values stability, loyalty, and continual improvement. Staff retention is excellent, with many employees serving for over a decade, reflecting a culture built on trust and support. Job Profile As the Quality / Chief Inspector, you will play a key role in maintaining and driving forward the quality standards of the business. Working closely with the Quality Manager, you will perform inspections, create reports, and lead quality-related initiatives. This is a hands-on role requiring both technical expertise and the ability to work collaboratively, ensuring that products consistently meet demanding customer and industry requirements. Duties:Carry out visual and dimensional inspections using manual measuring equipment and CMMPerform first-off, last-off, patrol, incoming, and final inspection checksReview technical drawings and interpret engineering symbols and requirementsRaise First Article Inspection Reports (training provided if required)Produce and verify Certificates of ConformityQuarantine, log, and report non-conforming products; investigate root causes and raise concessions or NCRsCommunicate effectively with customers regarding quality issuesMaintain accurate records for full traceability and complianceSupport the development of a quality-focused culture across the business Skills & Attributes:Proven experience within a precision engineering and machining environmentProficiency with manual inspection tools (micrometres, bore gauges, callipers, height gauges etc.)Strong knowledge of CMM inspection techniques and reportingAbility to work to tight tolerances and deadlinesClear understanding of AS9100 or equivalent quality systems (desirable)Excellent communication, numeracy, and literacy skillsStrong problem-solving and team collaboration skills Education / Certificates:Engineering or quality-related qualification preferredPrevious certification/experience under AS9100 systems desirable Hours of Work:Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00Friday: 08:00 – 14:30 Interested? This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking precision engineering company that values quality, loyalty, and innovation. If you’re an experienced inspector seeking to influence quality processes, contribute to continuous improvement, and work in a supportive and established environment, this could be the ideal role for you.Bolt-On Personnel and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seek to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex, age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Bolt-On Personnel and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Bolt-On Personnel, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Bolt-On Personnel.....Read more...
Reception Duties: Welcoming visitors, managing sign-ins, handling calls, and overseeing deliveries and post.
Event & Meeting Support: Helping set up rooms, supporting customer visits, and assisting with cafe and lunch services.
Post Room Admin: Preparing dunning letters, managing large mailings, and distributing internal communications.
Facilities & QHSE Admin: Supporting various administrative tasks across facilities and health & safety.
Training:
The Apprenticeship will be delivered with a blend of online & onsite visits with their assessor every 4 - 6 weeks to support the Apprentice through the programme.
Training Outcome:
Possible full time career progression on completion of a successful apprenticeship if budgets allow.
Employer Description:Ever since our founding in 1945, we remain driven to make water more accessible and reliable, to reduce energy waste and increase efficiency. Discover the foundation that own us, the purpose and principles we live by, our leadership structure and take a journey through more than 75 years of history.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm with 1 hour unpaid lunch break.Skills: Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Good Microsoft Office Skills,Proactive & Confident,Enthusiastic attitude,Strong communication skills,Willingness to learn,Remain calm under pressure,Manage multiple tasks,Active listening skills,Patience and adaptability,Strong organisational skills....Read more...
Dealing with queries via telephone and email as first point of contact and redirecting to departments as required
Greeting learners and visitors at the NEEC
Provide dates for customers with regard to training, testing and other services offered
Processing of training course applications in all formats and ensuring invoices are raised and payment received
Liaison with tutors where appropriate with regard to upcoming courses and room bookings
Liaising with learners and providing support with regard to access of the training platform and live sessions
Collating feedback from customers for all services provided and present findings to the line manager
Monitor learner achievement and send out results and certificates as required
Booking customer appointments and liaise with the remediation teams
Communicate with customers regarding close down of works including scaffolding removal
General administration support
Operate in a manner that is consistent with company policy
Training:Customer Service Practitioner Level 2.
Training with Milton Keynes College. Ongoing training, support and development with the employer.Training Outcome:Chance to progress on to the Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship after successful completion.Employer Description:What better time than now to consider a new career in an industry that is leading the way with tackling the Net Zero Challenge, helping those in fuel poverty and more broadly home occupiers who face increased fuel bills and cold homes as well as addressing Energy Security. The Energy Efficiency Sector is growing in response to the challenge by providing life long career opportunities for those new to the industry and those considering a career transfer. With over 19 million UK homes requiring some form of deep retrofit to upgrade with insulation, low carbon heating and renewable energy technologies, The Installation Assurance Authority and its Commercial Services business are leading the way in supporting the industry as it rises to the challenge and experiences unprecedented growth. The IAA’s ethos of ‘Right First Time’ and ‘Customer First’ ensures that industry members challenge the status-quo within the sector to promote best practice whilst driving the standard for others to follow. As an organisation that prides itself on innovation, The IAA are also supporting the wider industry through training and development The IAA are looking for forward thinking, high calibre, innovative people for a range of diverse and exciting roles with the opportunity to work within a culture of mutual support and positivity. As an employer committed to the development of our people, The IAA offer good remuneration, personal development, bonuses along with pension and health care benefits.Working Hours :Monday - Friday: 9.00am to 5.00pm with 1-hours for lunchSkills: Telephone skills,IT Literate,Communication,Team work,Independent working....Read more...
Purchase Ledger:
Code and post invoices into Microsoft Business Central promptly
Raise BACS payments, obtain required authorisations, and process supplier payments in line with company mandates
Sales Ledger:
Generate sales invoices using Microsoft Business Central
Record daily website sales
Communicate effectively with customers
Bank maintain accurate records of receipts and payments
Monitor bank statements and online activity, flagging anomalies
Code and post transactions into Microsoft Business Central
Share relevant financial information with other departments
Credit Checks Assess potential customers using an online credit check agency and advise on appropriate actions
Administration:
Perform other similar duties as required
Follow health and safety practices to avoid risks
Maintain accurate financial records in line with company and legal standards
Support associate companies when needed
Improvements and change
Training:Assistant Accountant Level 3.
Delivered by Milton Keynes College, this apprenticeship combines practical work experience with structured learning to develop core accounting skills.Training Outcome:A wide role of finance career pathways are available, roles including:
Management Accountant
Financial Accountant
Credit Controller
Financial Analyst
Business Partner
Finance Director
Chief Financial Officer
Opportunity to progress qualifications to Certified/Chartered Accountant status
Employer Description:The group of companies ensure their members install home improvements to the correct standards, reducing the carbon emission of homes. We also run training courses, provide consumer protection and fix things when they go wrong. We are focussed on the homeowner needs and the quality of our members.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, working hours TBCSkills: Microsoft Office skills,flexible team player,strong communicator,meets deadlines,plans and prioritises well....Read more...
What You’ll Be Doing:
Be the first point of contact for phone and email queries — helping or redirecting as needed
Welcome learners and visitors with a warm, professional approach
Provide training and testing dates to customers
Process course applications and ensure payments are received
Work with tutors to arrange courses and book rooms
Support learners with access to online training and live sessions
Collect feedback and share insights with your manager
Track learner progress and send out results and certificates
Book appointments and coordinate with remediation teams
Communicate with customers about work completion, including scaffolding removal
Provide general admin support across the team
Follow good Health & Safety practices
Carry out any other tasks as requested by your Line Manager
What You’ll Bring:
Great communication and customer service skills
Strong attention to detail and organisation
A proactive, can-do attitude
Confidence using email and basic systems
Training:Through hands-on training and real-world experience, you’ll develop strong communication, problem-solving, and digital skills—all while working towards industry-recognised qualifications. You’ll be supported by a friendly, experienced team and gain insight into the energy efficiency sector, sustainability practices, and how innovation is shaping the future of UK housing.Training Outcome:Opportunity to progress on to the Business Administrator Apprenticeship after successful completion.Employer Description:What better time than now to consider a new career in an industry that is leading the way with tackling the Net Zero Challenge, helping those in fuel poverty and more broadly home occupiers who face increased fuel bills and cold homes as well as addressing Energy Security.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm, with 1 hour for lunch.Skills: Communication,Customer Service,Team Work....Read more...
