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Senior Development Designer

Job description

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are looking for a Senior Development Designer to work for an established POS/POP manufacturer based in Leicester

The company is a fast-paced organisation, and are looking for someone that has worked in a similar type of role. 

They specialise in the supply of POS/POP within the temporary and permanent display industry. 

Ideally, you must have some knowledge of the sector

This is a full time office-based role. 

Company benefits:

  • Paid time off during company Christmas shutdown period in addition to your annual holiday entitlement
  • Death in service x2 years
  • Health Shield
  • Peninsula benefits package
  • £60,000 per annum  

The Job:

  • Producing development solutions that support client design concepts and technical intent.
  • Developing cost-effective and efficient solutions for in-house and outsourced manufacture.
  • Conducting site surveys as required to support project delivery.
  • Providing technical guidance and support to the development team where needed.
  • Identifying risks and reporting them in a timely manner to enable appropriate business decisions.
  • Maintaining a professional, honest, and respectful approach at all times, internally and externally.
  • Supporting initiatives to reduce costs, improve productivity, and increase efficiency across development activities.
  • Adhering to and supporting the implementation of company procedures and policies.
  • Communicating issues, risks, or obstacles to the Operations Director to ensure effective resolution.
  • Supporting the training and development of junior team members through coaching and knowledge sharing.
  • Identifying opportunities for process improvement and contributing to workflow optimisation.
  • Collaborating with Planning, Workshop, Prototype, and Pre-Production teams to align development activity with demand, budgets, and production capability

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Excellent time management and the ability to prioritise effectively.
  • Strong reporting and documentation skills.
  • Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Confidence in building and maintaining effective internal and client relationships.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.
  • A proactive, target-driven approach with the ability to work independently and efficiently.
  • A methodical and organised working style with accurate record keeping.
  • Good numeracy skills.
  • A sound working knowledge of SolidWorks.
  • Is experienced with Metalwork, joinery and plastics.

For further information, please call our office on 0116 429 3102 or email leicester@thornbaker.co.uk

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