Sales Estimator

Sales Estimator Location: Birmingham Salary: £Negotiable DOE Reference: ASPLIV Industry: Fasteners Our client, a well-established manufacturer and supplier within the fastener industry based in Birmingham, is looking to recruit an experienced Sales Estimator to join their growing commercial team. This position would suit an experienced Sales Estimator with a strong background within the fastener industry and proven experience costing and estimating jobs independently. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting customers, preparing accurate quotations, and ensuring projects are priced competitively whilst maintaining target margins. Responsibilities: - Preparing accurate quotations and cost estimates for customer enquiries and projects. - Reviewing customer drawings, specifications, and requirements to determine manufacturing and supply costs. - Costing jobs independently, ensuring all material, manufacturing, and operational costs are considered. - Liaising with customers to clarify technical and commercial requirements. - Working closely with production, purchasing, and sales teams to ensure accurate pricing and lead times. - Sourcing material and subcontract costs where required. - Negotiating pricing with suppliers to maximise profitability and competitiveness. - Following up quotations and identifying opportunities to convert enquiries into orders. - Maintaining accurate records of quotations, pricing structures, and customer information. - Providing technical and commercial support to customers. - Monitoring market trends, raw material costs, and competitor activity within the industry. - Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance estimating processes and efficiency. Requirements: - Previous experience as a Sales Estimator within the fastener industry is essential. - Proven experience costing and estimating jobs independently. - Strong understanding of fastener manufacturing processes, materials, and industry standards. - Ability to interpret customer drawings, specifications, and technical requirements. - Excellent commercial awareness with a strong understanding of margins and profitability. - Experience liaising with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. - Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail. - Ability to manage multiple quotations and deadlines effectively. - Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment would be advantageous Package Details: - Salary negotiable DOE - 08:30-17:00 Monday to Thursday / 08:00-16:30 Fridays - 23 days annual leave + Bank Holidays - Monthly team performance related bonus - Company pension To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Managing Consultant 0151 209 2050 daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store, and handle your data - these can be viewed on our website.

Sliding Head CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator - Star & Citizen Machines Location: Dudley Salary: £45,000 per annum Reference: ASPLIV Industry: Fasteners Our client, a well-established precision engineering business based in Dudley, is looking to recruit an experienced Sliding Head CNC Setter/Operator to join their growing manufacturing team. This position would suit an experienced Sliding Head CNC Setter/Operator with strong experience setting and operating Star Micronics and/or Citizen Machinery sliding head lathes within a precision engineering environment. Responsibilities - Setting and operating Star and Citizen Sliding Head CNC machines. - Loading programs, tooling, and materials to ensure efficient production runs. - Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions. - Carrying out first-off inspections and in-process quality checks using measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, gauges, and shadowgraphs. - Making offsets and minor program adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and process capability. - Monitoring machine performance and troubleshooting production issues to minimise downtime. - Changing tooling and carrying out routine machine maintenance where required. - Manufacturing components to tight tolerances and exact customer specifications. - Recording production data, inspection results, and machine performance information accurately. - Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment. - Working closely with programmers, engineers, quality personnel, and production supervisors to improve quality and efficiency. Requirements - Previous experience setting and operating Star and/or Citizen Sliding Head CNC lathes. - Strong understanding of CNC machining principles and precision engineering practices. - Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements. - Experience using precision measuring equipment and carrying out quality inspections. - Knowledge of tooling selection, tool life management, and machine optimisation techniques. - Ability to identify and resolve machining and quality issues independently. - Good understanding of health and safety requirements within a manufacturing environment. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality components. - Experience with Fanuc controls and programme edits would be advantageous. Desirable Experience: - Apprenticeship or formal qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline. - Experience working within aerospace, medical, automotive, oil & gas, or other precision engineering sectors. - Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. Package Details: - £45,000 per annum - 07:00-16:00 Monday to Thursday / 07:00-15:00 Friday - Overtime x1.25 Weekdays / x2 Saturdays - 20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays - Company pension To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Managing Consultant 0151 209 2050 daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store, and handle your data - these can be viewed on our website.

CNC Turner - Programmer / Setter / Operator Location: Stoke-on-Trent Salary: £17-18.50 per hour Reference: ASPLIV Our client, a well-established precision engineering business based in Stoke-on-Trent, is looking to recruit an experienced CNC Turner to join their growing team. This position would suit an experienced CNC Turner with programming, setting, and operating experience on CNC lathes using Fanuc controls. The company would also consider an exceptionally strong Setter/Operator looking to develop their programming capabilities. Responsibilities: Programming, setting and operating CNC Turning machines using Fanuc controls. Reading and interpreting technical and engineering drawings. Setting up tooling and materials for production runs. Manufacturing components to tight tolerances and high quality standards. Producing components from stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium. Programming directly at the machine using online programming. Conducting quality checks throughout the manufacturing process. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Requirements: Previous experience as a CNC Turner. Experience with Fanuc controls essential. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Experience setting tools and materials for production. Experience machining stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium. Online programming experience preferred. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 37 hours per week Overtime Available: Friday: Paid at x1.3 Saturday: Paid at x1.5 Sunday: Paid at x2 To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Managing Consultant 0151 209 2050 daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store, and handle your data - these can be viewed on our website.

Administrator Location: Avonmouth, Bristol Salary: £26,800 per annum + quarterly profit share bonus Reference: ASPLIV Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and looking to build your career within a fast-paced commercial environment? Our client, a leading UK metal stockholder, is looking for a motivated Administrator to join their Bristol team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administration skills who enjoys working in a busy environment and wants to develop within a well-established business. Responsibilities: Process and manage customer orders accurately and efficiently. Review and process up to 100 orders per day, ensuring all paperwork matches correctly before sending to the warehouse team. Liaise closely with the Warehouse Manager and internal teams regarding complex or urgent orders. Book incoming materials onto the internal system, including stock transfers between branches. Maintain accurate records of orders, stock movements, and customer information. Support the accounts function by allocating payments using the company's internal system. Assist the sales team with processing orders, delivery notes, and maintaining accurate paper trails. Handle occasional customer queries via phone and email. Ensure all administration tasks are completed accurately and within required timeframes. Requirements: 2-3 years' previous administration experience preferred. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Strong computer literacy and confidence using internal systems. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Self-motivated, reliable, and able to manage workload effectively. Benefits: £26,800 per annum + quarterly bonus. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Pension scheme with 8.7% employer contribution after 1 year of service. Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:30. Join a forward-thinking and well-established company. Collaborative team culture with clear progression opportunities. To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Senior Executive Consultant 0151 209 2050 daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store, and handle your data - these can be viewed on our website.