Mike Butler

Mike Butler

Principal Recruitment Consultant
01132123519, 07508014441
Mike Butler

Specialised in:

An Experienced Specialist Recruiter, providing Permanent, Professional Interim and Temporary recruitment solutions within Engineering, Manufacturing, Technical & Supply Chain skill sets within FMCG Manufacturing Food and Drink, Life Sciences and retail supply chain industries.

Experience & background:

A qualified, award-winning Senior Recruiter/Manager with 23 years of recruitment market experience. ‘Man, and Boy’ with the Techsearch Division of Staffline, now part of the Omega Specialist Hires Division.  "My mission is to help people find careers, NOT JOBS!; to help our clients to become more successful".
Offering a proven track record in international search and selection, managing volume recruitment campaigns worldwide, including:

  • Managed Agent
  • Traditional Headhunt and Advertised Selection
  • Winner of the IRP/REC Permanent Recruiter of the year
  • MA Distinction in Recruitment Practice
  • Winner of the Staffline "Million Pound Biller" Award
  • CIPD Level 5 HR qualified
  • Level 3 ILM Supervisor

My Specialties include the Recruitment Process and Succession Planning, Search and selection, Business Development Skills and Talent Management.

You might be surprised to learn:

I am a qualified Geography teacher. I was an acting extra in Home and Away in Australia once and a Radio DJ for a short while.

Jobs posted by Mike Butler

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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Automation
Somerset, England
£46k - 49k per year + £50k+
Permanent
Job Title: Multi-Skilled Electrical EngineerSalary Package: Up to £49,000 + Bonus, Overtime and Package - £55K+OTEJob Type: PermanentElectrical bias preferred, ideally dual-skilledMechanical Bias with related industry experienceClient: Global Manufacturing CompanyLocation: SomersetRecruitment drive due to site automation, expansion and £MM CAPEX InvestmentContract Type: Permanent You will be joining a Global manufacturing leader with a huge number of sites across the Globe so career development, progression, challenge reward and development are all ahead of you. The manufacturing factory site you will be joining is world-class, huge with hundreds of engineers you will be maintaining assets that produce Global market leading global consumer products that people buy every second of every day. Key Responsibilities– Multi-Skilled Electrical Engineer To service, adjust, and repair machinery and equipment using the necessary tools in a safe manner.To examine machinery and equipment and report on condition, performance, and plan of action for improvementsCarry out planned and preventive maintenance according to agreed schedulesShare good ideas to form mini projects to improve the plant performance Qualifications & Requirements - Multi-Skilled Electrical Engineer Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Maintenance or similarHND or HNC diploma in Electrical or Mechanical engineeringOr the equivalent of any of the above in electrical or mechanical fields, preferably with a manufacturing backgroundIdeally, manufacturing industry experience What we can offer to a Multi-Skilled Electrical Engineer bonus annuallyOvertime x1.5Flexible benefits: subsidised canteen, cycle to work and moreworld-class automated site....and growing through investment and contract awardCareer Progression and development opportunities on a global scale  Candidates who are currently a Multi-skilled Engineer, Multi-skilled Maintenance, Maintenance Engineer, Multi Skilled Engineer, Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer, Shift Engineer, Packaging Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance and any equivalent background will be suitable for the role.Please call me on 07508 014441 or [email protected] for a chat…. Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Contract Electrical Engineer - Dayshifts
Automation
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, England
£36 - 40 per hour
Contract
Job Title: Contract Electrical Engineer  - Day-shiftsLocation: North Yorks commutable from A1 Wetherby , Leeds, Harrogate etc Pay Range: £36 - £40 p/h Day-shift workingContract Type: Contract 3 month ongoingWorking Patterns: Day-shifts - NO NIGHTSWe are recruiting for a fast-paced multi-site manufacturer in FMCG manufacturing, a world leading business with a 100 year historyAttracting an Electrical bias / competent contract shift engineer, also considering temp to perm opportunitiesWe are looking for talented and qualified individual who is a great problem solver with continuous improvement ideas that will thrive in a proactive electrical bias front-line maintenance role.Key Responsibilities – Contract Electrical Engineer - Day-shifts•  To service adjust and repair process and production machinery and equipment using the necessary tools in a safe and proper manner• To examine machinery and equipment and report on condition, performance, and plan of action for improvements• Carry out Planned and preventative maintenance to agreed schedules• Work as part of a team to keep this site running to World Class StandardsQualifications & Requirements – Contract Electrical Engineer   - Day-shifts•Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical engineering or similar manufacturing•Or equivalent of any of the above in electrical or mechanical fields preferably with a manufacturing background A competent electrical engineering professional with technical experience. Must be able to solve problems, PLC / automation experience ideally produce safe systems of workShould be capable of contributing to the development, manufacture, commissioning, decommissioning, operation or maintenance of products, equipment, process or serviceThis is an all-round hands-on maintenance electrical role ias well as conveyors and processing end of line packingExtensive planned maintenance tasks and organisation of the engineering plant is also essential. What's on offer -  Contract Electrical Engineer  - Day-shifts Good rates of paymarket leader in fmcg manufacturingvariety of machinery and site process For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on [email protected] or call 0113 2123519 Candidates who are currently Contract Electrical Engineer, Contract Electrical Shift Engineer, Nights Multi Skilled Shift Engineer, Electrical Maintenance, Maintenance Engineer, Multi Skilled Engineer, Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Shift Engineer, Processes Engineer, Fitter, Plant Engineer, Electrician and Electrical Engineer and any equivalent background will be suitable for the role.Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Fabricator / Welder
Automotive & Motorsport
West Yorkshire, England
Market related
Permanent
Job Title: Fabricator / Welder Job Location: Leeds Pay Range: negotiable Contract Type: Permanent We are currently seeking an Fabricator / Welder with a strong background working with Steel. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their day to day activities whilst ensuring all compliance and environmental regulations are followed at all times. What you'll be doing: Become a customer facing professional Skilled in MIG Welding, welds in Fillet, Multi run, Butt & Plate. Use of Over Head Crane Liaise with Draughtsman Able to create from JIGs to fabricate multiple pieces Ability to follow detailed drawings and specs Qualifications and Experience: NVQ Level 2 - 3 or Time served Experience working with Mild Steel Certificates in MIG Welding Ability to work independently Ability to follow detailed drawings High attention to detail and quality control What we can offer: Company Pension Sick Pay Scheme Health Plan Cycle to work scheme Purchase additional holidays For more information on this role, please contact Callum Burchell on 07779 858321 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] Candidates who are currently a Estimator, Fabricator, cost engineer, construction engineer. Cost planner, project engineer may be suitable for this position For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website   Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Estimator
Aerospace & Defence
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
Market related
Permanent
Job Title: Estimator Job Location: Leeds Pay Range: negotiable Contract Type: Permanent We are currently seeking an Estimator with a strong background working with Steel. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their day to day activities whilst ensuring all compliance and environmental regulations are followed at all times. What you'll be doing: Become a customer facing professional Communicate at all levels with Clients and Colleagues Liaise with all areas of the business with estimating and tender process's Maintaining quality whilst aiming to complete work at set time frames Ensure all safety standards are maintained when maintaining and after Be able to demonstrate a practical understanding estimating process Ability to follow detailed drawings and specs Qualifications and Experience: NVQ Level 2 - 3 or Time served Ability to work independently Ability to follow detailed drawings High attention to detail and quality control What we can offer: Company Pension Sick Pay Scheme Health Plan Cycle to work scheme Purchase additional holidays For more information on this role, please contact Callum Burchell on 07779 858321 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] Candidates who are currently a Estimator, Fabricator, cost engineer, construction engineer. Cost planner, project engineer may be suitable for this position For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website   Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Production Team Manager
FMCG
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, England
£35k - 40k per year + Package
Permanent
Job Title: Production Team Manager - DayshiftRotating Day Shifts, NO NIGHTS Location: Harrogate  Knaresbrough A1 area, commutable from parts of Bradford, York, Wetherby, Leeds etc On-site production lead role on dayshift Pay Range: £35k - £40k DayshiftBonus, excellent pension, overtime and benefitsContract Type: Permanent Our client is renowned and admired  FMCG multi-site manufacturer, enjoying UK dominance and market-leading status in their category sector. An opportunity has arisen for a Production Team Manager, working day shifts, NO NIGHTS.Key Responsibilities – Production Team Manager - Dayshift A hands-on production and manufacturing team lead, controlling the movement of all raw materials through to packaged finished goods in your area, planning and scheduling production  to meet customer needs within quality, time and cost specificationsYou will manage a small team across several lines in a process and production areaResponsible for both the day-to-day to day management of technical and production operations professionals in your area, via your established management team; as well as coordinating and driving development projects which will lead towards performance improvements, cost reduction and greater competitivenessThe role will involve a significant amount of Change Management in all areas of manufacturing, engineering and operationsYou will provide technical support and analysis, including the utilisation of industrial performance and continuous improvement tools Qualifications & Requirements – Production Team Manager - Dayshift Ideally you will be of graduate calibre, with an understanding of all areas of factory operations. You will also possess FMCG, Food and Drink, Automotive, Pharmaceutical or regulated fast-paced manufacturing industry experienceYou will have a genuine interest in maximising production processes and producing high quality consumer productsYou may be experienced in change management, CI, planning and organizing factory improvement initiativesThis could suit a high potential  graduate in operations, engineering or related technical discipline or a proven production shift leader / Supervisor, hoping to take more responsibility for a  leadership area role, on shift, operating with complete autonomy What we can offer – Dayshift Production Team Manager Days Shift WorkWork at a best-in-class, an award-winning siteAutomated facilityExcellent pension and benefitscompany discountFree onsite parking For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on 0113 2123519 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] who are currently a Shift Manager, Days Production Team Leader, Manufacturing Team Leader, Production Shift Leader,Production Team Supervisor, FLM, Frontline Manager, Area Production Manager, Shift Leader, Process Shift Manager,  Packing Hall Leader, Packaging Manager, may be suitable for this position. Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Dayshift Production Manager
FMCG
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, England
£42k - 48k per year + package OTE+
Permanent
Job Title: Dayshift Production ManagerLocation: North Yorkshire , A1 , commutable from North Leeds, Harrogate, Wetherby and York areasPay Range: £42k - £48k Target rangeContract Type: Permanent An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Shift Production Manager to work a days-based pattern with no nights.Our client is a category leader in FMCG manufacturing. Their manufacturing facility is currently experiencing sustained expansion and business growth, and to remain at the forefront of a highly competitive marketplace, an immediate opportunity has arisen for a proven production professional to manage a production area on dayshift 4 on 4 off.Key Responsibilities – Dayshift Production Manager The Dayshift Production Manager will oversee all operations across the department starting with safety then to optimise quality, line efficiency and deliveryLead a team of technical operators via your direct reports of Production Area LeadersReporting directly into the Plant Manager, you will be an integral part of the manufacturing team, undertaking a diverse role with responsibility for controlling the movement of all raw materials through to finished goods in the factoryActing as a change agent, you will be responsible for both the day-to-day management of technical and production professionals in your area, via your established management teamCo-ordinating and driving development projects which will lead towards performance improvements, cost reduction and greater competitivenessProvide technical support and analysis, including the utilisation of industrial performance and continuous improvement tools Qualifications & Requirements – Dayshift Production Manager Ideally with a considerable understanding of all areas of factory operations. Process, manufacturing, and packaging backgrounds consideredYou will also possess FMCG, Process or fast paced manufacturing industry experience, with factory knowledge and understanding of the key drivers within an FMCG factoryYou will be truly inspirational in your approach and management of peopleHave a proven record in driving improvementsIOSH/NEBOSH qualification would be advantageousA driven and can-do attitudeKnowledge of lean toolsPassion and driven to create a culture based on delivering on time in fullA hands-on leader What we can offer – Dayshift Production Manager Continuous development programmeCompetitive salary and benefits packageAn opportunity to work with a family of employees on a mission to produce world class consumer productsExposure to world class process and manufacturing machineryCareer progression and development opportunitiesExcellent pension and life assurance Healthcare/Well-being benefitsLong Service AwardsEnhanced Family/maternity/parental leave For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on 0113 2123519 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] who are currently a production shift leader, shift manager, manufacturing shift leader, production supervisor, production team leader, Production Area Manager , may be suitable for this position.Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Quality Assurance Technician
FMCG
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, England
£30k - 33k per year
Permanent
Job Title: Quality Assurance Production Technician Job Type: PermanentLocation: Knaresborough area  - A1 access commutable from North Leeds, Harrogate, Wetherby, Bradford etcJob Reward: £30 – 33k DOERotating Days based role, No NightsReporting to the Quality Manager, your main responsibility is to provide technical quality support to the technical  department, to maintain safety, quality and legality of the products.To work with Site Technical and Operations teams to ensure production quality.Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities: Quality Assurance  Production Technician  Assist in maintaining the site packing standards and product quality through application of line checksAssist in site customer complaint investigations as requiredManagement systems including system auditsAssist in the investigation of quality incidents effectively liaising with operations and engineering departments to identify causes and corrective/ preventative actionMonitor, control and audit the production processEnsure that conformity and non-conformity are communicated, followed up and closed offInvestigate any  incidents applying root cause analysisSupport the leadership team during any external accreditationCarry out internal audits and routine Food Safety inspectionsConduct the site traceability exercisesManaging Product quality StandardsManaging raw material non-conformancesInvolvement in preparing for  audits Role Requirements: Quality Assurance Production Technician  Graduate calibre, knowledge of food legislation and food safety principlesPossess good communication skills both written and verbal and must be computer literate.Ability to influence & challengeHACCP qualificationExperience of working in a Food, FMCG or related  manufacturing environmentInternal audit trainingFood Safety Level 2 idealHACCP Level 2 idealAbility to work quickly, accurately and safelyAbility to work to high levels of accuracyAs well as a keen eye for detail you will also need:The confidence to challenge with a proactive and ‘can do’ attitudeTo be a team player and an effective communicatorGood PC skills (especially Google)Food experience in a technical or similar type role.A HACCP qualification or a food safety qualification (ideally)A good awareness of computer based programmes such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint. What’s on Offer -Quality Assurance Production Technician •Generous retailer discounts•Career progression and development opportunities leading pension and life assurance•Healthcare/Well-being benefits •Opportunity to develop your career across multiple locations UK wide           •Enhanced Family/maternity/parental leaveCandidates who are a QA Analyst, QA Officer, Quality Technologist, QC Officer, Quality Technician, Quality Auditor, Food Safety Technician , Food Quality TechnicianQuality Assurance Assistant (Food Manufacturing, Food Quality Operative, Technical QA TechnicianQuality Assurance Associate Technical Operative – Processes Quality Technician Production Quality Technicianmay also be suitable for this roleOmega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.