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A leading chemical manufacturing firm in Accrington is seeking a Materials Scientist for a full-time, permanent position. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 along with excellent progression and development opportunities. The successful candidate will conduct laboratory work, improve testing protocols, and engage with clients to develop innovative solutions within a supportive work environment. Ideal for those committed to contributing to a growing business focused on long-term investment.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Materials Scientist to join a established chemical manufacturing company that is investing heavily in its future. This role offers excellent progression and development opportunities, a competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000, and a strong benefits package. As a full-time, permanent position based at their Accrington site, and is an ideal next step for a Materials Scientist looking to contribute to innovation within a growing business. The company is committed to long-term investment, making it a great environment for a candidate seeking technical challenge. Roles & Responsibilities Conduct laboratory work to synthesise and characterise inorganic compounds and related structures as part of your development as a Material Scientist Improve testing protocols, including equipment procurement and training colleagues in new methods Test the performance of polymeric and coating systems containing inorganic additives Engage with customers and prospective clients to understand their requirements and develop technical solutions that meet their needs Develop and refine structure property relationships for polymers and coatings incorporating inorganic materials Support the development of new materials and products, progressing formulations from laboratory scale to pilot-plant scale Assist with scaling up new or improved products to pilot and full manufacturing scale Qualifications and Experience Required Master's degree or PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science Working knowledge of materials characterisation, polymer testing, or synthetic chemistry applied in industry is highly desirable Confidence in working autonomously and managing third-party contract and technical customer relationships is advantageous If you like the sound of the Materials Scientist position and would like to be considered, please follow the apply process and submit your most up-to-date CV. Kate Wadsworth is overseeing this role and can provide more information after a successful application, or you can contact our office for support.

Overview The Head of Supply Chain is responsible for leading and optimising the end to end supply chain function. This position will play a central role in ensuring materials, goods, and services are sourced, managed, and delivered efficiently to meet organisational goals. Working closely with procurement, planning, production, commercial, logistics, and customer support teams, the role drives operational excellence, cost effective processes, and a culture of continuous improvement in a fast moving, high demand environment. Key Duties Lead the development and delivery of an organisation wide supply chain strategy. Drive continuous improvement across procurement, planning, logistics, and inventory processes. Implement and optimise digital systems and data driven tools to enhance supply chain performance. Provide strong leadership to the supply chain team, promoting development, engagement, and collaboration. Oversee procurement activities, ensuring quality, value for money, ethical practices, and strong supplier performance. Manage production and project planning to ensure efficient operational flow and on time delivery. Optimise inventory management, reduce obsolescence, and improve material handling efficiency. Take ownership of customer related rectifications and coordinate resolutions alongside operational priorities. Key Competencies Proven experience in a senior supply chain leadership role within a manufacturing or production focused environment. Strong understanding of factory operations, raw material procurement strategy, and supplier development. Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Strong commercial and contractual acumen. Skilled in ERP/MRP systems and digital supply chain tools. Comfortable operating in a fast paced, high volume environment. Benefits £75,000 DOE + £4,000 Car allowance + Profit share. 8% Pension Contribution 23 days holiday + Bank Holidays To apply for the head of Supply Chain position, please click "Apply Now" and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Natalie Cooper at E3 Recruitment for more information.

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Supply Chain in Wakefield, UK, responsible for leading and optimising the supply chain function. The role involves developing strategies, driving improvements in procurement and logistics, and managing a team to achieve operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have senior leadership experience in supply chain, exceptional leadership skills, and a strong understanding of manufacturing processes. Competitive salary with benefits including a car allowance and profit-sharing.

A leading precision engineering company based in Huddersfield is looking for a Senior Design Engineer. The role involves interpreting technical specifications, performing engineering calculations, and ensuring design quality. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, a degree or HND in engineering, and knowledge of design standards such as API and ASME. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including 26 days annual leave and employer pension contributions.

Our client is a market leading manufacturer of products and solutions utilised within the construction industry. With plans for multi million pound investment and a new state of the art manufacturing facility, we are seeking an experienced Head of Electrical/Electrical SME Engineer to drive the business forward, taking manufacturing operations to the next level for production, planning, quality, H&S and overall efficiency. What's on offer for you as a Head of Electrical/Electrical SME Engineer Salary of £70,000 per annum KPI Driven bonus Competitive pension Hours of work Monday to Friday - Days, e.g 8am - 4pm Location - Dunbar, East Lothian (Commutable from Edinburgh, Haddington) Employee benefits program Career Progression and accredited training program to include Nebosh and ILM level 5 training The ability to join a leading UK and International manufacturing business committed to working towards World Class Manufacturing Key Responsibilities as a Head of Electrical/Electrical SME Engineer The leadership of a small Engineering team of around 10-15 Headcount People Management, including the motivation and mentoring of your team to effectively problem solve and develop their careers, aligning the right level of leadership to drive the site and manufacturing lines forward Implementation and management of HSEQ standard and policy To support with the move to a new state of the art manufacturing environment in the local vicinity To identify opportunities to further automate manufacturing processes To monitor and execute electrical tasks through spot checks and relay relevant feedback Essential qualifications as a Head of Electrical/Electrical SME Engineer Previous experience within a senior production/ manufacturing leadership position, e.g. Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Production Manager, Shift Operations Manager, Shift Production Manager, Production Lead, etc 18th Edition and current BS7671 regs and knowledge of PLCs inverts Leadership and people management skills and the ability to build, motivate, develop and improve teams. Working knowledge of IEC 61508/61511 Complex EX14 or working knowledge and prove Atex Responsible person requirements Resilient & energetic with good influencing & communication skills - credible at all levels from shop floor to Exec C&G 2391 - inspection and testing - be able to understand test results The position reports to the Site Operations Manager and provides a high level of influence and autonomy within the business, along with opportunities for both personal and career development.

A leading manufacturing company in the UK seeks a Head of Electrical/Electrical SME Engineer. This role involves leading a team, managing manufacturing operations, and driving improvements in production quality and efficiency. Candidates should have a senior leadership background in manufacturing, expertise in electrical standards, and strong people management skills. The opportunity includes competitive salary and benefits, along with a chance for career growth in a state-of-the-art facility.

Company pension contributions of up to 8% and an annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus Bank Holidays are just a few of the perks that the Senior Manufacturing Engineer will enjoy whilst working for a Global Engineering and Manufacturing leader, with over 20 worldwide locations employing 1000 + staff. This employer is recognised globally for quality and innovative deliverables. The successful Senior Manufacturing Engineer will be easily able to commute to HUDDERSFIELD from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Dewsbury, Halifax, Wakefield and Brighouse. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Manufacturing Engineer will include: Be the Subject Matter Expert for manufacturing processes liaising between Design Engineer team and Machine Tool Operators Provide technical guidance, problem solving skills and direction to the Manufacturing & Assembly teams to ensure quality standards and programme schedules are maintained Advise on the manufacturability of components and ability of machines to achieve right first time during the design reviews Lead PFMEA reviews including process mapping, risk mitigation and creation of approval procedures Interpret and translate technical drawings into manufacturing drawings Drive Continuous Improvement within each project Create, maintain and improve works orders with accurate routings For the Senior Manufacturing Engineer role, we are keen to receive CV's from candidates who possess: Experience as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, within an Engineering environment where Turning, Boring, Milling and CNC processes are utilised A working knowledge of assembly processes A strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Ability to use 2D & 3D CAD Experience CNC programming Salary & Benefits: up to £50,000 depending on experience Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week 25 Days annual leave + Bank holidays Company pension contributions of up to 8% Please be aware that many roles working for our client will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation. You must meet Right to Work in the UK criteria and achieve the required security and clearance requirements to undertake this role. To apply for the Senior Manufacturing Engineer role, please click "Apply Now" and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information.