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Maintenance Engineer (Days) Bridgwater Salary: £40,000 £46,000 per annum Shifts: Double Days (Monday to Friday, rotating 6:00am 2:15pm / 2:00pm 10:15pm) Additional Hours: 1 Saturday shift per calendar month (7.5 hrs) paid at 1.5x hourly rate Location: Bridgwater, Somerset The Company Our client is a successful and growing manufacturing business based in Bridgwater, Somerset. Due to continued expansion and increased demand, they are looking to recruit a time-served, multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical bias) to join their dedicated engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a variety of process, converting, and packaging equipment within a modern, well-equipped facility and a stable company that values long-term employment and professional development . The Role Working as part of a small engineering team, your main responsibilities will include: Diagnosing and repairing faults on a range of production and packaging lines (both mechanical and electrical). Reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical engineering drawings. Carrying out planned, preventive, and reactive maintenance on production machinery. Supporting production teams to minimise downtime and maintain high efficiency. Person Specification The ideal candidate will have: Time-served Multi-Skilled Engineer qualification (Mechanical bias preferred). Experience working within a manufacturing or FMCG environment. Pneumatic system knowledge (advantageous ). A self-motivated, team-oriented attitude and willingness to help where needed. Benefits Salary: £40,000 £46,000 (DOE) Overtime at 1.5x for one Saturday shift per month Free on-site parking Pension scheme Canteen facilities 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays Modern facilities and equipment Commutable From: Wells Shepton Mallet Yeovil Taunton Weston-super-Mare This role may suit candidates currently or previously employed as: Mechanical Engineer, Production Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, Multi-Skilled Engineer, or Service Engineer.

Machine Operative - Bridgwater - £12.60p/h + £2.50 P/H Night shift premium FMCG manufacturing Company Permanent role Shifts Available: Rotating Days - Rotating day shift Monday - Friday 6am - 2.15pm when on mornings and 2.00pm to 10.15pm when on the afternoon shift (37.5hrs) Permanent Night shifts The night shift candidates must be aware that training period is between 1 to 3 months and will be on the rotating day shift initially . Only once fully trained can you transfer to night shift and get the night premium rate. My client is leading FMCG manufacturer based on the outskirts of Bridgwater. They are looking to recruit permanent Machine Operatives to join their team at their modern manufacturing site. Main duties of the successful Production Operative will be: Running of the production machines Operating, monitoring, controlling and cleaning all plant and associated equipment Mixing formulations that are used in the manufacturing process The successful Machine operator must: Have previous machine operating experience Be able to work in a fast paced environment Must ideally have previous Production experience, ideally in an FMCG, Food, Drink, Pharma environment Machine Operative Benefits Full training given Free on site parking Uniform provided once probationary period complete. Pension. No weekend working This role is commutable from Bridgwater, Highbridge, Taunton, Yeovil, Burnham and may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a production operative, machine op , production op, production line op, blender

Quality Auditor / QA / QC Westbury £27500 My client, a successful FMCG manufacturing company, is looking to recruit a Quality Auditor / QA / QC The successful Quality Auditor / QA / QC will be working in the factory Monday to Thursday (37.5 hours) Shifts available 7am - 3pm 11am - 7pm The Quality Auditor / QA / QC role will involve: Product evaluation panels, including the instigation and follow up of any associated corrective actions. Co-ordinate the microbiological testing schedule, swabbing and sampling. Co-ordinate the Goods-In sampling schedule & testing requirements. Review glass audit data & coordinate corrective action across departments Carry out traceability exercises as and when required and summarise findings. Liaise with relevant department heads to agree and implement corrective actions as necessary. Manage & issue the weekly production code sheets. Calibration of equipment to be carried out as per schedule. Management of tare weight data & annual verification Conduct start/end shift checks (e.g. metal detector fail safes, etc.) as required. Auditing of the factory, processes, products and records to verify the business is operating to the agreed standards & procedures (e.g. GMP audits) Quality Auditor / QA / QC Key skills: Food, Drink or Pharma manufacturing experience Self-motivated, punctual, reliable and honest Excellent communication skills This role could also suit a Food Science Graduate Commutable from Bath, Westbury, Trowbridge, Devizes, Warminster, Frome and Melksham areas

Business Development Manager - Food/Drink Manufacturing Bristol Based Office / Hybrid working (2/3 day split) £45/50K DOE + Bonus Scheme/car allowance (£6k), mobile phone, laptop 11% pension / 2 x Death in Service As a Business Development Manager 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 Co-ordinate and manage the annual sales event calendar Co-ordinate and chair monthly commercial meeting Manage and maintain product list in line with company sales orders and business needs (alongside Technical Data Lead) Business Development Manager Skills / Experience Required: 2+ years in Sales / Business Development, ideally in the food 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

Site manager / General manager / GM Wincanton area Manufacturing £65-75k DOE Site size approx 50 staff but part of a group Mon - Friday - site based My client, a successful and innovative manufacturing company, is looking to recruit a Site manager / General manager for their factory based near Yeovil and Wincanton. This is a newly created role that has come about as the site has been acquired by a Global group. The successful Site manager / General manager main remit will be to ensure the smooth running of the site, improving the whole operations process, improving customer service, and ensuring that production processes are capable of producing conforming product at all times. The role will also require the successful candidate to liaise regularly with the Group managers. The successful Site manager / General manager must have: Previous site management experience in a manufacturing environment including working with a Group 'Head office' In depth knowledge of diverse business functions and best practice principles e.g. Production, supply chain, Lean, customer service etc Lean manufacturing / CI Continuous Improvement skills Excellent leadership, communication and people skills Excellent analytical skills Drive an enthusiasm Main Duties will include Actively develop and contribute to corporate strategy in the areas of production, purchase, distribution and supply chain to ensure that site achieves short and long-term objectives. Accountable for all aspects of the manufacturing and material systems including staff recruitment, development, training and motivation, A key role will be in the active mentoring and professional development of the existing operations management team Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure that core operational functions achieve their business objectives Develop and control operational budgets to promote profitability and ensure the company has all the resources required to meet its objectives within agreed financial parameters Accountable, through the Operations Manager and supervisors, in ensuring that finished goods of the required standard are despatched to customers within agreed costs and at the right times Oversee materials management functions, including purchasing, to ensure that the company has the goods and services required for production purposes within agreed costs and quality standards (including the necessary levels of traceability) and at the right times, through the implementation and improvements to Standard Operations Procedures This role is paying a salary of £65-75K Depending on experience and a full job description is available. The role is commutable from Wincanton, Salisbury, Shaftesbury, Yeovil, Frome, Shepton mallet, Taunton

Production Manager £48-58K DOE plus excellent benefits Lean manufacturing Somerset Dairy / Liquid manufacturing Managing approx. 50 staff including shift managers My Client, an award winning and growing food manufacturing company is looking to recruit an experienced Production Manager to support the Head of Production and the continued development of their business As an ambitious individual with experience of managing and getting the best from individuals and teams, this role will suit a Production Manager who wants to learn and grow with a business while driving performance and improvements through the development of individuals, teams and processes. Therefore, excellent leadership skills, self-motivation, a proactive mindset and the ability to engage and build the respect of the team is essential. Your experience of Lean tools will help you support and develop the operational teams. Keys skills required for the role include: Management experience working in a BRC certified food manufacturing environment, Understanding and experience of applying Lean manufacturing methodologies Ideally hold a level 3 food hygiene certificate, HACCP level 3 certificate and NEBOSH qualifications or be prepared to work towards them. Ability to use MS office applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Power Bi to analyse and present to management and operational teams where required. Experience in high care production Experience in handling conflict, conducting investigations and following disciplinary processes is desirable, or prepared to train in these areas. In depth technical knowledge and understanding of dairy processes Financial awareness and understanding, being able to manage a budget This is a fantastic role for a person wanting to develop and shape their career and the company they will be joining. Excellent salary and benefits: Company Pension (5%) Life Assurance 2 x Salary (after 3 months) Employee Assist Programme (after 3 months) Bike to work scheme (after 12 months) Staff discount on Products Referral reward scheme 30 days holiday, rising to 31 after 10 years Company Sick Pay / work related sick pay Free parking This role may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a Production manager, Dairy Production Manager, Operations manager, CI manager, Manufacturing manager, Dairy Manager This role is commutable from Shepton mallet, Wincanton, Westbury, Warminster, Trowbridge, Frome, Yeovil, Bridgwater, Taunton

Food Graduate South West Multi sites Salary £25-28k DOE My client, a successful and growing food manufacturer, is looking to recruit a food graduate / junior technical assistant to join their newly created Technical Leadership Graduate Scheme and gain hands on experience across multiple food manufacturing sites based in the beautiful South West of England. Over the first year of training the successful food graduate / technical assistant will cover areas of Safety, Quality, Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement and will carry out projects involving factory quality support, technical services, quality systems and laboratory. Ideally you will need a degree qualification in a science related subject, however more importantly you will need a can do attitude with enthusiasm and passion for learning and be part of a team. If this is something that you would like to know more about, please contact us This role maybe commutable from Somerset, Wiltshire, Devon, Dorset and will suit a food graduate, technical assistant, food & nutrition qualification

Technical Director Bristol Excellent Salary and Benefits (Car allowance, Bonus, Excellent Pension etc) My clients are experts in their field within the Food/Drink Manufacturing sector and have experienced exceptional growth over the last 5 years. As a result, they are now seeking a Technical Director to join their team in a newly created role. Reporting to the Managing Director and managing both the Quality Control and Quality Assurance Teams at their flagship site in Bristol and European and US sites, the Technical Director will be responsible for ensuring that the business is well set up for the anticipated growth of the business, keeping abreast of legislative and regulatory change as well as process and system developments. You will be responsible for ensuring that all sites are aligned and will be part of the Senior Leadership team Key Responsibilities of the Technical Director include: To review, maintain and update the Quality Manuals by which the company will operate globally. To review the current QC Laboratory systems and implement improvements where required according to a schedule agreed with the rest of the Management Team. To ensure, with the QC Manager, that lab methods and standards are being used and fully implemented throughout the company's laboratories To set out the Quality Control KPI's for performance and implement a strategy to achieve them. To lead the company's Food Defence team and provide support and assistance to the VACCP/TACCP Teams. To set out a schedule for achievement and maintenance of the BRC system and accreditation adopted by all sites, and to assure that a team is in place which can continuously maintain that standard. Continuously liaise with the Management team to report on the top ten risks to the organisation, and how they are mitigated. Work closely with the Innovation and New Product Development teams Maintain a robust, but commercially forward moving approach to supplier management and support. Work with our customers' technical teams to find solutions To ensure the technical budget is kept under control and regularly reviewed to ensure spend is providing the best value for money. To provide monthly board pack submission focussed upon key areas to be agreed. To undertake, manage and report on projects and specific tasks as required by company directors or department heads. This is what we need the successful Technical Director to have: HACCP level 4 qualified Experience within a Technical role in Food Manufacturing Experience of co-ordinating & scheduling work across multiple sites and countries Ability to prioritise work & meet deadlines Commercial awareness and an ability to support growth across the business. Salary and Benefits £70-80,000k DOE Bonus Scheme Car allowance 25 days Holiday + Bank Hols Up to 8% matched Pension contributions If the Role is of Interest, then please send your CV today This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate who wishes to work within a company that is driven to succeed and invest in their people - Exciting times lie ahead for this company If you meet the above criteria and to be considered for this role, please forward your CV today.

Process Technologist Bristol Upto £36k DOE We are currently seeking a Process Technologist for a food company based in Bristol. My Client has been in existence for over 30 years and is privately owned. Reporting in to the senior NPD technologist this role offers an opportunity to join a rapidly growing, innovative Food Manufacturer. The company has award winning experience creating, rolling out and managing bespoke customer food-on-the-move solutions The role of the Process Technologist will involve Driving the development of products from chef handover to launch, focussing particularly on the manufacturing aspect of the process Building relationships with the manufacturers, understanding their capabilities and spending time on site with their development/process teams to create exciting products in an efficient way, following the products through to the launch and beyond Signing off ingredient/product specs with the supplier QAS agreement and sign off Attending factory trials, pre pros and product launches at various locations across the UK and Ireland Liaising and communicating with the manufacturers, other members of the NPD team, ops team, technical team and account managers throughout the development and launch process Creating and managing manufacturing specifications using the NPD system Ensuring NPD processes required are completed on time Assisting in the sourcing new ingredients where appropriate General team support and admin including daily use and upkeep of the NPD system, ensuring the ingredient/product information is accurate, up-to-date and ensuring consistency across different ingredients and suppliers Reviewing the market and keeping up to date with current food trends and issues Performing any other duties and objectives as required from time to time to contribute effectively to the achievement of the business aims and objectives Generating/formatting/checking information for product labeling including descriptions and ingredients in accordance with current legislation Proof reading of artwork against pack copies ensuring consistency across all cutter guides/product types Process Technologist Experience / Qualifications Ideally BSc Food Science/Technology Valid driving licence Understanding of HACCP Experience in NPD / process within FMCG, a Knowledge of UK labelling legislation is advantageous Key Words - Process Technologist, Food Technologist, NPD Technologist, This role is commutable from Wells Taunton, Cardiff, Wales, Gloucester, Avon, Bath Bridgwater, Bristol, Weston Super Mare,

NPD Technologist Food Manufacturing Bristol £28-36K DOE My client, an award winning and successful company is looking to recruit a NPD Technologist / New Product technologist / Product Development technologist for their modern food innovation centre based in Bristol. My Client is a family business with more than 30 years of award-winning experience in creating, rolling out and managing bespoke customer food-on-the-move solutions to Blue chip and smaller food companies The role of the NPD Technologist will involve delivering new products & customer launches to market through: Driving development of quality and safe products from blue sky to launch taking into consideration specific product parameters and customer requirements Ensuring ingredient/product information is accurate, up-to-date and consistent in the NPD system Understanding project critical paths and implications of deviations Building relationships with the manufacturers, understanding capabilities and spending time on-site with their development teams to create exciting products efficiently, following the products through to the launch and beyond. Co-ordinating sample requests, overseeing product processes, and conducting organoleptic and shelf-life evaluations across product ranges and applications including sign off with Food Safety Team. Generate product labeling in compliance with relevant legislation- proofreading from design to printing Liaising and communicating with internal and external stakeholders throughout the launch process Support continuous improvement by identifying innovative ideas and ingredient opportunities that maximise cost savings and enhance business efficiency. Generate internal project documentation during the development process such as product information sheets, product labeling sheets, trial forms, post launch reviews Generate external project documentation with relevant stakeholders throughout the development process, using different media types, to include shelf edge labels, allergen matrixes, manuals and QAS documents Attending factory trials and product launches at various locations across the UK and Ireland, minimising food waste from trials and data capturing while in attendance. Assist in sending samples for customer request, photography or external events Being active in hosting customer visits, setting up product displays and other supporting actions Investigating new food trends and competitor activity from local to global levels and feeding back to the central team to share knowledge. Taking positive steps to engage in discussions, opportunities and actions to minimise environmental impacts internally and externally to the benefit of all New Product Development Experience / Qualifications NPD , New Product Development experience in a Food / Drink manufacturing environment Computer literate, particularly EXCEL. Excellent organisational skills and natural can-do attitude. Relishes working in a fast-paced environment in a hands-on capacity independently and as a part of a team. Can quickly grasp and adapt to new software with ease. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. If required to drive to suppliers/clients or between offices, a valid UK driving licence is essential. A strong interest in food outside of work and awareness of market trends. Key Words - Innovation, NPD Technologist, NPD Development, Graduate NPD This role is commutable from Taunton, Bridgwater, Bristol, Weston Super Mare, Gloucester, Cardiff, Wales, Newport, Chippenham, Bath, Bristol

Quality Manager / Quality Compliance Manager / Quality Supervisor Wincanton / Shepton Mallet / Yeovil A303 area £35,000 - 40,000 BRC site Manufacturing My Client, a successful, innovative and expanding food packaging company is looking to recruit a Quality Manager / Quality Compliance Manager / Quality Supervisor for their modern site in Somerset. This is a newly created role and one which will be pivotal to the continued growth. Knowledge of BRC, Quality Management Systems QMS and ideally Packaging will be the ideal requirements for this role as well as a person that is happy working for a family company. This is a Monday - Friday role - Office based although must be happy spend time in the factory . Hours of work ideally 07.30 - 16.30 Mon - Fri. Main job duties will include: Production of Company and Customer Specifications Internal auditing Management of supplier / raw material information Responding to QC and production queries Writing of systems and procedures to develop best practice within the business and ensure conformity to BRC Input and maintenance of data within Company database Support and Lead the business with technical queries Technical Compliance Officer Skills / Experience required: BRC experience QMS experience Competent in using Microsoft Office and Outlook, including Word and Excel. Knowledge of Cin7 helpful though not essential. HND or degree (or equivalent) in Food Science / Technology or similar Previous experience working in a similar role This is very much a Hands on role This role is commutable from Yeovil, Wincanton, Shepton Mallet, Frome, Castle Cary, Martock, Somerton, Shaftesbury, Taunton and may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a Technical Manager, Technical Officer, Compliance manager, Quality, Quality Systems, QSM, Quality Supervisor, BRC, Food Safety Standards

Multi Skilled Engineer Trowbridge 12 month Contract Weekend Shift - Fri - Sun Hours 6am - 6pm= 36 Hours per week Negotiable Hourly rate - PAYE My client is a leading FMCG manufacturer in their field. They are currently looking to recruit a FMCG Multi Skilled Engineer for their site in Trowbridge on weekends. Key skills required for the Multi Skilled Engineer role include; - Previous experience in a similar role in FMCG or similar production unit - Recognised engineering qualification - Proven technical knowledge and experience - Proven problem solver / innovator - "Self starter" / proactive and ability to set and prioritise workloads - Computer literate If this role is of interest or you require further information on the role then please send your CV TODAY detailing your Hourly / Day rate This vacancy is easily commutable from Bristol, Bath, Chippenham, Frome, Trowbridge and surrounding areas

Production Operative - Bridgwater - £12.30p/h FMCG manufacturing Company Permanent role Rotating day shift Monday - Friday 6am - 2.15pm when on mornings and 2.00pm to 10.15pm when on the afternoon shift (37.5hrs) My client is leading FMCG manufacturer based on the outskirts of Bridgwater. They are looking to recruit a permanent Production Operative to join their team at their modern manufacturing site. Main duties of the successful Production Operative will be: Running of the production machines Operating, monitoring, controlling and cleaning all plant and associated equipment Mixing formulations that are used in the manufacturing process The successful Machine operator must: Have previous machine operating experience Be able to work in a fast paced environment Must ideally have previous Production experience, ideally in an FMCG, Food, Drink, Pharma environment Production Operative Benefits Full training given Free on site parking Uniform provided once probationary period complete. Pension. No weekend working This role is commutable from Bridgwater, Highbridge, Taunton, Yeovil, Burnham and may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a production operative, machine op , production op, production line op, blender

Production Manager £48-58K DOE plus excellent benefits Lean manufacturing Somerset Dairy / Liquid manufacturing Managing approx. 50 staff including shift managers My Client, an award winning and growing food manufacturing company is looking to recruit an experienced Production Manager to support the Head of Production and the continued development of their business As an ambitious individual with experience of managing and getting the best from individuals and teams, this role will suit a Production Manager who wants to learn and grow with a business while driving performance and improvements through the development of individuals, teams and processes. Therefore, excellent leadership skills, self-motivation, a proactive mindset and the ability to engage and build the respect of the team is essential. Your experience of Lean tools will help you support and develop the operational teams. Keys skills required for the role include: Management experience working in a BRC certified food manufacturing environment, Understanding and experience of applying Lean manufacturing methodologies Ideally hold a level 3 food hygiene certificate, HACCP level 3 certificate and NEBOSH qualifications or be prepared to work towards them. Ability to use MS office applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Power Bi to analyse and present to management and operational teams where required. Experience in high care production Experience in handling conflict, conducting investigations and following disciplinary processes is desirable, or prepared to train in these areas. In depth technical knowledge and understanding of dairy processes Financial awareness and understanding, being able to manage a budget This is a fantastic role for a person wanting to develop and shape their career and the company they will be joining. Excellent salary and benefits: Company Pension (5%) Life Assurance 2 x Salary (after 3 months) Employee Assist Programme (after 3 months) Bike to work scheme (after 12 months) Staff discount on Products Referral reward scheme 30 days holiday, rising to 31 after 10 years Company Sick Pay / work related sick pay Free parking This role may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a Production manager, Dairy Production Manager, Operations manager, CI manager, Manufacturing manager, Dairy Manager This role is commutable from Shepton mallet, Wincanton, Westbury, Warminster, Trowbridge, Frome, Yeovil, Bridgwater, Taunton