The Flavour Network

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The Flavour Network Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Jul 09, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project & Automation Engineer Salary: 55,000 - 60,000 Location: Nottinghamshire Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (Direct with Employer) Overview The Flavour Network are partnered with a growing food manufacturing business in the East Midlands to recruit a Project & Automation Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineering professional to lead and deliver a range of automation, process improvement, and capital projects within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will take ownership of projects from initial concept through to installation, commissioning, and handover, combining practical engineering expertise with strong project delivery skills. Working closely with Production and Engineering teams, the Project & Automation Engineer will play a key role in identifying opportunities for improvement, designing and implementing engineering solutions, and supporting the site's ongoing investment programme. This is a varied role that requires both technical problem-solving and a willingness to be actively involved on the factory floor, whether fabricating equipment, building control systems, supporting commissioning activities, or delivering automation improvements. The position offers significant autonomy, technical variety, and the opportunity to make a tangible contribution to manufacturing performance, efficiency, and future site development. Key Responsibilities for the Project & Automation Engineer Lead and deliver automation, engineering, and continuous improvement projects from concept through to commissioning Design, fabricate, and install mechanical improvements, bespoke equipment, and production aids Build, wire, and modify electrical control panels, including VFDs, relays, contactors, and PLC systems Programme and modify PLCs and HMIs to support automation and process improvements Install and calibrate sensors, solenoids, motors, drives, and safety devices Support the planning and delivery of CAPEX projects across the manufacturing site Install, commission, and optimise new machinery and production line upgrades Work closely with Production teams to trial, evaluate, and implement engineering improvements Maintain accurate project documentation, technical drawings, and engineering records Ensure all projects and installations comply with food safety, quality, and health & safety standards Support and mentor junior engineers or apprentices where required Requirements for the Project & Automation Engineer Proven experience within a food manufacturing, FMCG, or manufacturing environment Strong understanding of automation, controls, and production machinery PLC and HMI programming experience (Mitsubishi, Omron, Siemens, or similar) Experience designing, building, and wiring electrical control panels Hands-on mechanical engineering and fabrication skills, including MIG and TIG welding Knowledge of sensors, drives, control systems, and automation integration Experience delivering engineering projects from concept through to implementation A practical and solutions-focused approach with strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and take ownership of projects Strong communication and documentation skills What's on Offer for the Project & Automation Engineer Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging engineering projects A highly autonomous role with genuine ownership of projects A supportive environment where engineering improvements are encouraged and implemented If you're an engineer who enjoys designing, building, improving, and delivering practical solutions that make a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you.
The Flavour Network Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Jul 09, 2026
Full time
Job Title: CRM Specialist Location: Nottingham Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 (DOE) Type : Permanent Full Time Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 17:00 1 Day WFH (Tue/Wed/Thu) Overview The Flavour Network is in close partnership with a fast-growing, digitally led consumer brand to recruit a CRM Specialist. This is a true "soul contributor" role. A hands-on position for someone who loves being in the trenches, owning the end-to-end CRM strategy without the need for large teams or agency support. As the CRM Specialist, you will be the engine room of the CRM function, responsible for everything from writing high-converting copy to building complex flows and analysing cohort performance to drive acquisition, retention, and subscription growth across multiple brands. Reporting to the Head of Acquisition & Retention, you will operate within a high-performing digital growth team. As the CRM Specialist, you will be someone who has thrived in smaller, agile environments (sub-£50M turnover) and is comfortable taking full, autonomous ownership of the customer lifecycle. You must bring proven, hands-on experience using Klaviyo to build campaigns and automated flows, a strong understanding of Shopify/eCommerce, and a flair for writing punchy, data-backed copy that directly influences customer retention and LTV. Key Responsibilities for the CRM Specialist: Own and execute the end-to-end CRM strategy across email, SMS, WhatsApp and direct mail Plan and deliver weekly campaign calendars aligned with trading and marketing priorities Support reactivation and retention initiatives through CRM Build and optimise automated flows including welcome, onboarding, abandoned browse/cart, post-purchase, replenishment, churn prevention and win-back Develop lifecycle strategies aligned to subscription customers and key lifecycle stages Manage advanced segmentation and targeting strategies Deliver personalised customer journeys to improve engagement and conversion Lead A/B and multivariate testing across subject lines, creative, messaging, offers, and send times Continuously improve performance through data-led optimisation Monitor and analyse key metrics including open rate, CTR, CVR, revenue per recipient, churn and lifetime value Report on performance and share insights with stakeholders Ensure all CRM activity aligns with GDPR, consent management and deliverability best practices Maintain a consistent, high-quality customer experience across all channels Requirements for the CRM Specialist: Essential: Minimum 3 years experience in CRM, Email Marketing or Lifecycle Marketing Proven experience using Klaviyo to build campaigns and automated flows Strong understanding of Shopify/eCommerce environments Strong attention to detail across copy, design and execution Experience working with subscription-based models (e.g. Recharge or similar) Ability to design and build emails (Klaviyo and/or Figma) Experience with WhatsApp marketing tools Strong segmentation, personalisation and data-driven targeting skills Confident in analysing performance metrics and driving optimisation Commercially focused with a strong understanding of revenue and retention Analytical and data-driven with a test-and-learn mindset Creative thinker with the ability to deliver engaging, on-brand messaging Desirable: Experience with SMS marketing platforms Basic HTML/CSS knowledge for email editing Experience with A/B and multivariate testing Knowledge of email deliverability best practices Familiarity with CDPs, loyalty or referral platforms If you have the relevant experience and are looking to take ownership of a high-impact CRM function within a growing business, we would love to hear from you.
The Flavour Network Featherstone, Yorkshire
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Raw Materials Quality Coordinator (Food Manufacturing) Salary: 38,000 - 40,000 DOE Location: West Yorkshire Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 am - 15: 00 pm (Flexibility required to meet business needs) Job Type: Full-Time Permanent Immediate Start Available Overview The Flavour Network has partnered with a well-established food manufacturing business to recruit a Raw Materials Quality Coordinator on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong understanding of raw material quality, supplier compliance, and food manufacturing standards to join a growing technical team. As Raw Materials Quality Coordinator, you will be responsible for reviewing, assessing, and maintaining raw material specifications, ensuring all incoming materials consistently meet customer, technical, and business requirements. As the Raw Materials Quality Coordinator, you will work closely with suppliers, production, commercial, and technical teams. You will play a key role in driving improvements in raw material quality, managing supplier performance, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance across the site. This is a site-based role with opportunities to visit suppliers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain. Duties & Responsibilities for the Raw Materials Quality Coordinator Review incoming raw materials against agreed specifications to ensure compliance. Maintain and update supplier specifications in collaboration with the technical team. Ensure raw materials consistently meet customer, technical, and business requirements; conduct quality assessments of incoming materials; and monitor performance throughout production. Report findings, trends, and quality concerns to Technical, Commercial, and Operational teams. Liaise directly with suppliers regarding quality issues, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. Build strong supplier relationships based on compliance, integrity, and collaboration. Manage non-conformances by issuing NCRs and, where appropriate, supplier rejection notices. Support investigations into supplier claims, quality concerns, and product downgrades. Assist with supplier visits and quality improvement projects. Identify opportunities to improve raw material performance, product yield, and operational efficiency. Provide guidance and support to production teams regarding specifications and quality standards. Produce regular reports, KPI tracking, and trend analysis to monitor supplier performance and product quality. Conduct supplier performance reviews and contribute to improvement plans. Support technical audits, customer visits, and site inspections. Carry out product assessments using a variety of analytical and practical evaluation methods. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing raw material quality, reducing waste, and improving consistency. Requirements for the Raw Materials Quality Coordinator Essential Previous experience within a food manufacturing environment. Food Safety Level 2 qualification. Strong understanding of raw material quality, specifications, and compliance requirements. Excellent planning and organisational skills with strong attention to detail. Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills, including reporting and data analysis. Ability to identify trends, analyse data, and make recommendations for improvement. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Proactive, organised, and capable of working independently. Methodical approach with the ability to prioritise workload effectively. Flexible approach to working hours when required by the business Desirable HACCP, VACCP, and TACCP training. Experience assessing and evaluating raw materials within a food manufacturing environment & knowledge of supplier quality management and compliance processes. Understanding of BRCGS, retailer standards, customer codes of practice, and food industry regulations. Experience producing reports, trend analysis, and supplier performance metrics and previous involvement in audits, supplier visits, and continuous improvement projects. If you have experience in food manufacturing, quality assurance, technical compliance, supplier quality, raw material management, or a similar field and are looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
The Flavour Network Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
May 12, 2026
Full time
Job Title: CRM Specialist Location: Nottingham Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 (DOE) Type : Permanent Full Time Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 17:00 1 Day WFH (Tue/Wed/Thu) Overview The Flavour Network is in close partnership with a fast-growing, digitally led consumer brand to recruit a CRM Specialist. This is a true "soul contributor" role. A hands-on position for someone who loves being in the trenches, owning the end-to-end CRM strategy without the need for large teams or agency support. As the CRM Specialist, you will be the engine room of the CRM function, responsible for everything from writing high-converting copy to building complex flows and analysing cohort performance to drive acquisition, retention, and subscription growth across multiple brands. Reporting to the Head of Acquisition & Retention, you will operate within a high-performing digital growth team. As the CRM Specialist, you will be someone who has thrived in smaller, agile environments (sub-£50M turnover) and is comfortable taking full, autonomous ownership of the customer lifecycle. You must bring proven, hands-on experience using Klaviyo to build campaigns and automated flows, a strong understanding of Shopify/eCommerce, and a flair for writing punchy, data-backed copy that directly influences customer retention and LTV. Key Responsibilities for the CRM Specialist: Own and execute the end-to-end CRM strategy across email, SMS, WhatsApp and direct mail Plan and deliver weekly campaign calendars aligned with trading and marketing priorities Support reactivation and retention initiatives through CRM Build and optimise automated flows including welcome, onboarding, abandoned browse/cart, post-purchase, replenishment, churn prevention and win-back Develop lifecycle strategies aligned to subscription customers and key lifecycle stages Manage advanced segmentation and targeting strategies Deliver personalised customer journeys to improve engagement and conversion Lead A/B and multivariate testing across subject lines, creative, messaging, offers, and send times Continuously improve performance through data-led optimisation Monitor and analyse key metrics including open rate, CTR, CVR, revenue per recipient, churn and lifetime value Report on performance and share insights with stakeholders Ensure all CRM activity aligns with GDPR, consent management and deliverability best practices Maintain a consistent, high-quality customer experience across all channels Requirements for the CRM Specialist: Essential: Minimum 3 years experience in CRM, Email Marketing or Lifecycle Marketing Proven experience using Klaviyo to build campaigns and automated flows Strong understanding of Shopify/eCommerce environments Strong attention to detail across copy, design and execution Experience working with subscription-based models (e.g. Recharge or similar) Ability to design and build emails (Klaviyo and/or Figma) Experience with WhatsApp marketing tools Strong segmentation, personalisation and data-driven targeting skills Confident in analysing performance metrics and driving optimisation Commercially focused with a strong understanding of revenue and retention Analytical and data-driven with a test-and-learn mindset Creative thinker with the ability to deliver engaging, on-brand messaging Desirable: Experience with SMS marketing platforms Basic HTML/CSS knowledge for email editing Experience with A/B and multivariate testing Knowledge of email deliverability best practices Familiarity with CDPs, loyalty or referral platforms If you have the relevant experience and are looking to take ownership of a high-impact CRM function within a growing business, we would love to hear from you.
The Flavour Network Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
May 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer Location: Nottingham Salary: £38,000 - £44,000 (DOE) Type: Permanent Full Time Hours: Monday - Friday On-site Benefits: + wellbeing & development budgets, birthday off, team events, and a strong perks package. Overview: The Flavour Network is looking for a multiskilled engineer to join our client, a fast-growing, forward-thinking food manufacturer based in Nottingham. As a multiskilled engineer, you ll play a hands-on role in developing mechanical and automation solutions, such as using sensors, solenoids, and linear actuators to ensure the product is evenly distributed during production. This multiskilled engineer role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving practical problems, applying innovative thinking to real-world manufacturing processes, and fine-tuning equipment to meet the unique needs of their food production environment. Responsibilities for the Multiskilled Engineer: Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond to unplanned breakdowns Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults across varied production equipment Work on conveyors, packaging machines, weighers, chillers, mixers and more Support the installation and commissioning of new machinery and production lines Maintain accurate maintenance and service records Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability projects Ensure full compliance with H&S and food hygiene standards Collaborate with Production, Technical, and QA teams to support day-to-day operations Mentor apprentices or junior engineers as needed Lead or support process and machinery improvement projects Requirements for the Multiskilled Engineer: Proven experience in a similar engineering role within a food manufacturing environment is preferred. Competence in both mechanical and electrical disciplines (roughly 60/40 or 50/50 split) Confident working with PLC-controlled and automated systems Skilled in fault-finding and quick diagnostics under pressure Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety protocols Experience with sensor logic, VFDs, and control systems is desirable Ability to carry out minor fabrication and machine modifications (e.g. drilling, grinding, welding) A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with great communication skills Eagerness to continuously improve processes and machine performance