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Customer Technical Administrator Location: Ditcheat, Somerset (Site Based) Salary: £28,000 £32,000 per annum We're looking for a Customer Quality Technologist or Technical Administrator to join my clients Quality team at their Ditcheat site. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in food manufacturing, specifications, artwork or technical administration, or for a Food Science / Food Technology/ Nutrition graduate with some industry experience who is looking to develop a career in food quality. The Role - You'll support the Customer Quality Manager by: Preparing and maintaining product specifications. Managing artwork approvals. Completing customer questionnaires and responding to quality queries. Preparing QA documentation and maintaining quality records. Carrying out packaging checks, hygiene inspections and internal audits. Supporting compliance with food safety, quality and retailer standards. About You - You'll have: Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel. Strong communication skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous experience in a food manufacturing or technical environment is desirable, along with knowledge of specifications, artwork or retailer portals, although full training will be provided. This is a site-based role offering an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and experienced Quality team. If you're looking for your next step in food quality and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits include 30 days per annum (including Public & Bank Holidays in England & Wales) rising to 31 days after attaining 10 years continuous service. Pension 5% Employee/5% Employer contribution. Life Assurance 2 x annual salary (after completion of 3 months service). Bike to Work Scheme Capped. Employees can purchase company products at a discounted price. On site parking Annual Company event and Christmas Hamper This role is commutable from Shepton Mallet, Wells, Wincanton, Shaftesbury, Evercreech, Frome, Trowbridge, Westbury, Yeovil, Blandford Forum, Sherborne, Castle Cary, Bruton

Customer Quality Technologist / Technical Administrator Location: Ditcheat, Somerset (Site Based) Salary: £28,000 £32,000 per annum We're looking for a Customer Quality Technologist or Technical Administrator to join my clients Quality team at their Ditcheat site. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in food manufacturing, specifications, artwork or technical administration, or for a Food Science / Food Technology/ Nutrition graduate with some industry experience who is looking to develop a career in food quality. The Role - You'll support the Customer Quality Manager by: Preparing and maintaining product specifications. Managing artwork approvals. Completing customer questionnaires and responding to quality queries. Preparing QA documentation and maintaining quality records. Carrying out packaging checks, hygiene inspections and internal audits. Supporting compliance with food safety, quality and retailer standards. About You - You'll have: Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel. Strong communication skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous experience in a food manufacturing or technical environment is desirable, along with knowledge of specifications, artwork or retailer portals, although full training will be provided. This is a site-based role offering an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and experienced Quality team. If you're looking for your next step in food quality and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits include 30 days per annum (including Public & Bank Holidays in England & Wales) rising to 31 days after attaining 10 years continuous service. Pension 5% Employee/5% Employer contribution. Life Assurance 2 x annual salary (after completion of 3 months service). Bike to Work Scheme Capped. Employees can purchase company products at a discounted price. On site parking Annual Company event and Christmas Hamper This role is commutable from Shepton Mallet, Wells, Wincanton, Shaftesbury, Evercreech, Frome, Trowbridge, Westbury, Yeovil, Blandford Forum, Sherborne, Castle Cary, Bruton

NPD Project Manager Food Somerset Up to £50,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced NPD Project Manager with a passion for food innovation? We're recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a premium food business seeking an experienced NPD professional to lead the development of high-quality own-brand food products across a diverse portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where you'll have the autonomy to drive innovation, lead a small team and bring exceptional products to market. The Role As NPD Project Manager , you'll oversee the complete product development lifecycle, from concept through to launch, ensuring products meet commercial objectives, quality standards and customer expectations. Working across bakery, dairy, butchery, prepared foods and ambient categories, you'll collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver innovative products while managing multiple development projects. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end development of new and existing food products. Manage multiple NPD projects from concept through to successful launch. Assess commercial viability, costings, product formats and critical paths. Lead and develop a Junior Product Developer. Manage packaging development and artwork approval processes. Build strong supplier relationships and negotiate commercial terms where appropriate. Monitor food trends, competitor activity and emerging market opportunities. Work closely with Technical, Buying, Marketing, Retail and Merchandising teams to deliver successful product launches. Ensure products comply with UK food safety, allergen and labelling legislation. Manage project timelines, risks and supplier forecasts. About You You'll already have experience managing food product development projects and be confident working across multiple product categories within a fast-paced environment. You'll have: Proven experience in a New Product Development, Product Development or NPD Manager role within the food industry. Experience developing chilled, frozen and/or ambient food products. Strong commercial awareness and product costing experience. Excellent project management and critical path management skills. Experience working with suppliers and packaging development. Previous leadership or team management experience. Good understanding of UK food legislation, food safety and allergen requirements. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Desirable Experience within prepared foods, ready meals or premium food manufacturing. Experience working for a premium retailer or food producer. Knowledge of AI tools that support product development or commercial analysis. NPD Project Manager What's on Offer? Salary up to £50,000 Performance bonus Up to 10% Excellent benefits package Monday to Friday working pattern Opportunity to lead innovative food development projects Collaborative, supportive and growing business Excellent career development opportunities If you're a commercially minded food product developer looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

New Product Development Manager Food Somerset Up to £50,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced New Product Development (NPD) Manager with a passion for food innovation? We're recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a premium food business seeking an experienced NPD professional to lead the development of high-quality own-brand food products across a diverse portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where you'll have the autonomy to drive innovation, lead a small team and bring exceptional products to market. The Role As New Product Development Manager, you'll oversee the complete product development lifecycle, from concept through to launch, ensuring products meet commercial objectives, quality standards and customer expectations. Working across bakery, dairy, butchery, prepared foods and ambient categories, you'll collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver innovative products while managing multiple development projects. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end development of new and existing food products. Manage multiple NPD projects from concept through to successful launch. Assess commercial viability, costings, product formats and critical paths. Lead and develop a Junior Product Developer. Manage packaging development and artwork approval processes. Build strong supplier relationships and negotiate commercial terms where appropriate. Monitor food trends, competitor activity and emerging market opportunities. Work closely with Technical, Buying, Marketing, Retail and Merchandising teams to deliver successful product launches. Ensure products comply with UK food safety, allergen and labelling legislation. Manage project timelines, risks and supplier forecasts. About You You'll already have experience managing food product development projects and be confident working across multiple product categories within a fast-paced environment. You'll have: Proven experience in a New Product Development, Product Development or NPD Manager role within the food industry. Experience developing chilled, frozen and/or ambient food products. Strong commercial awareness and product costing experience. Excellent project management and critical path management skills. Experience working with suppliers and packaging development. Previous leadership or team management experience. Good understanding of UK food legislation, food safety and allergen requirements. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Desirable Experience within prepared foods, ready meals or premium food manufacturing. Experience working for a premium retailer or food producer. Knowledge of AI tools that support product development or commercial analysis. What's on Offer? Salary up to £50,000 Performance bonus Up to 10% Excellent benefits package Monday to Friday working pattern Opportunity to lead innovative food development projects Collaborative, supportive and growing business Excellent career development opportunities If you're a commercially minded food product developer looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

Technical Manager Food Manufacturing Location: Wiltshire Salary: Up to £60,000 We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead and drive food safety, quality, and compliance standards within a fast-paced chilled food manufacturing environment. Reporting to senior leadership, you will be responsible for ensuring the site operates in line with all customer, regulatory, and industry requirements while maintaining the highest standards of product quality and food safety. The successful candidate will have proven experience within food manufacturing, ideally chilled foods, and possess a strong understanding of BRCGS standards, HACCP principles, and food safety legislation. Applicants should hold a Food Technology degree (or equivalent qualification) and/or demonstrate significant experience managing technical functions within a BRC-accredited manufacturing environment. Strong leadership, audit management, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive technical professional looking to make a significant impact within a growing and quality-focused food manufacturing business. Essential Requirements: Experience in a Technical Manager or Senior Technical role within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of BRCGS standards and audit management HACCP qualification and practical implementation experience Food Technology degree or equivalent food science qualification preferred Experience within chilled food manufacturing highly desirable Knowledge of UK food safety legislation and retailer standards Excellent leadership and communication skills For more details please send your CV today

Production Supervisor Location: Tiverton Salary: £30000- £35,000 DOE Hours: Monday to Friday Days About the Role Our client is a fast-growing, BRC-accredited food manufacturer looking to recruit an experienced Production Supervisor to join their expanding team in Tiverton. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious production professional with experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You'll play a key role in leading production operations, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring the highest standards of food safety, quality, and operational performance. As the business continues to grow, there will be excellent opportunities for long-term career development. Key Responsibilities Plan and coordinate daily, weekly, and seasonal production schedules. Lead and support production teams to achieve operational targets and KPIs. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production and warehouse operations. Ensure food safety, quality, and compliance remain the highest priority. Maintain audit readiness and ensure compliance with BRC and company standards. Promote effective cross-departmental communication and teamwork. Coach, train, and develop production staff to maximise performance. Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous supervisory or management experience within a food, drink, or FMCG manufacturing environment. A good understanding of BRC standards and working within an audited manufacturing environment. Strong organisational skills and the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced setting. A hands-on management style with a passion for coaching and developing teams. Excellent communication and people management skills. Good knowledge of Health & Safety practices. Experience of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies. Salary & Benefits Salary up to £35,000 (DOE) Monday to Friday daytime hours Management bonus scheme Annual salary review Free parking Free company products Long-term career progression within a growing business Apply Now If you're an experienced Production Supervisor looking for your next opportunity within a growing food manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by submitting your CV. Suitable Backgrounds This role would suit candidates who have worked as a Production Supervisor , Production Shift Manager , Production Manager , Manufacturing Supervisor , Operations Supervisor , or Production Team Leader within the food, drink, or FMCG manufacturing sectors.

Quality Manager - Food Manufacturing Location: Near Shepton Mallet, Somerset Company: Successful Food Manufacturer Reports to: Technical Manager Direct Reports: 4 Quality Assurance Officers Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum plus excellent benefits The Role We are recruiting a Quality Manager to join a successful global food manufacturing business based near Shepton Mallet, Somerset. Reporting into the Technical Manager, you will lead a team of four QA Officers and take responsibility for maintaining and continuously improving food quality and food safety standards across the site. This is a hands-on, factory-focused role requiring strong food quality expertise, excellent people management, and a passion for developing and coaching teams. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop a team of four QA Officers Maintain and improve the site Food Safety and Quality Management Systems Ensure compliance with BRCGS, HACCP, GMP, customer, and legal requirements Oversee all quality activities from raw material intake through to finished product release Drive investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions Lead internal audits and support customer and third-party audits Work closely with production teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes Manage customer complaints and ensure timely, effective resolution Monitor and report quality KPIs, identifying trends and improvement opportunities Champion a strong food safety and quality culture across the factory About You Proven experience in a Quality or Technical role within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of food safety and quality systems (BRCGS, HACCP, GMP) Excellent people management and people development skills Confident working in a factory-based, fast-paced manufacturing environment Strong problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills What's on Offer Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Excellent benefits package Monday to Friday working hours (8:00am - 4:00pm) Opportunity to work for a stable, successful global food manufacturer Key leadership role with real influence on quality and people development

Business Development Manager Food / Drink Manufacturing Bristol Based Office / Hybrid working (2/3 day split) Competitive salary and bonus scheme ( in line with proven experience), car allowance, mobile phone, laptop 11% pension / 2 x Death in Service As a BDM you will have overall responsibility for management of the relationship between my client and its customers - new and existing. You will constantly strive to better understand customer demands and plan how to meet them, generating sales for the company as a result. The prime objectives of the role are to: - To foster the relationship between the company and the customer as well as handle any projects, accounts or issues that might be relative to that client To increase company sales and profit margin To increase the company active customer base To continually improve customer retention To meet annual team and individual budget as set by the SMT UK and International travel will be required Business Development Manager Responsibilities: Account management, retention and development of specific portfolio of accounts and markets Organise and attend commercially focussed meetings with customers and prospects Follow-up and convert to sale qualified leads through management of sales pipeline Establish new and maintain existing relationships with buyers and key decision makers Introduce Technical & R&D/NPD teams to existing and prospect customer base Develop new relationships with new clients be they direct customers or potential agents and distributors Contribute to external marketing communications where required Utilise, review and update the client database Update CRM system to channel opportunities through sales pipeline process Network with potential business partners and distributors and present evidence to line manager Prepare and deliver presentations Develop a level of technical knowledge appropriate to the role Business Development Manager Skills / Experience Required: Essential - 2+ years in Sales / Business Development within the sweet & beverage flavour industry Excellent communication and negotiation skills at all levels Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills Self-motivation with excellent time management Experience of planning and managing field visits Proven ability to build and influence relationships. A team player with a customer-first attitude If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today Key words: Sales Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager, National Account Manager, Food Industry Sales, Business Development Manager

IT Support Analyst Bristol £35,000 - £40,000 DOE Manufacturing Environment On-Site Role Career Development Opportunity A rapidly growing manufacturer based in Bristol is seeking an IT Support Technician to join their team in a newly created position. This is a hands-on, site-based role offering real autonomy and long-term technical development. You'll act as the first point of contact for IT support across the business, ensuring the smooth operation of desktops, networks, servers, and manufacturing IT systems. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, IT-dependent environment and wants to expand their skills in SQL, JavaScript, and ERP systems. Key Responsibilities Provide on-site IT support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices/scanners and printers Troubleshoot hardware, software, connectivity, VPN, WAN and user access issues Support Microsoft 365 and end-user applications including ERP Act as first responder for IT incidents and system outages Support manufacturing/shop-floor IT systems Liaise with Managed Service Provider (MSPs) to escalate and resolve complex issues Maintain accurate documentation and ticket updates Assist with ERP user setup, support and documentation Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in an IT Support Technician, IT Support Analyst, or similar role Strong knowledge of Windows environments and Microsoft 365 Experience supporting desktops, laptops, printers and networked devices Understanding of client/server networking, VPNs, WANs Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment (desirable) ERP system user administration experience (desirable) Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and customer service skills Development Opportunity This role offers genuine career progression. You will have the opportunity to develop skills in: SQL JavaScript ERP systems Working alongside MSPs on infrastructure and development projects

Quality Manager - Food Manufacturing Location: Near Shepton Mallet, Somerset Company: Successful Food Manufacturer Reports to: Technical Manager Direct Reports: 4 Quality Assurance Officers Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum plus excellent benefits The Role We are recruiting a Quality Manager to join a successful global food manufacturing business based near Shepton Mallet, Somerset. Reporting into the Technical Manager, you will lead a team of four QA Officers and take responsibility for maintaining and continuously improving food quality and food safety standards across the site. This is a hands-on, factory-focused role requiring strong food quality expertise, excellent people management, and a passion for developing and coaching teams. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop a team of four QA Officers Maintain and improve the site Food Safety and Quality Management Systems Ensure compliance with BRCGS, HACCP, GMP, customer, and legal requirements Oversee all quality activities from raw material intake through to finished product release Drive investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions Lead internal audits and support customer and third-party audits Work closely with production teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes Manage customer complaints and ensure timely, effective resolution Monitor and report quality KPIs, identifying trends and improvement opportunities Champion a strong food safety and quality culture across the factory About You Proven experience in a Quality or Technical role within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of food safety and quality systems (BRCGS, HACCP, GMP) Excellent people management and people development skills Confident working in a factory-based, fast-paced manufacturing environment Strong problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills What's on Offer Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Excellent benefits package Monday to Friday working hours (8:00am - 4:00pm) Opportunity to work for a stable, successful global food manufacturer Key leadership role with real influence on quality and people development