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Stores Person Do you have a passion for driving excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are looking for a Stores Person to join a company that blends the best of local and global fresh-produce networks. Our client combines exceptional UK-grown crops with top-quality produce from around the world, delivering the highest standards to customers every day. As a Stores Person, you will play a key role in ensuring our stores, packaging and yard unit runs smoothly, efficiently, and safely to their full potential. Stores Person Key Responsibilities Packaging Duties Operate and maintain the box-making machine, ensuring appropriate housekeeping standards are upheld. Manage all box sizes in use, ensuring adequate availability to support operational requirements. Maintain the Packaging Store and Box-Making area in a clean, safe and orderly condition at all times. Ensure all packaging stock is clearly labelled with the correct product code and quantity. Ensure the Packaging Store consistently meets BRC standards. Accurately count and record customer trays as required. Yard Duties (as and when required) Maintain cleanliness and general housekeeping standards in the rear yard and external areas of the site. Operate the cardboard baler and waste compactor safely and efficiently. Manage fruit and general waste skips, including arranging disposal with external contractors. Operate forklift trucks and other authorised equipment. Load and unload lorries as required. Additional Duties (as and when required) Conduct visual checks of MHE and top up batteries at the start of each shift. Undertake basic gardening duties, including grass cutting where necessary. Ensure chemicals and cleaning agents are stored safely and correctly. Carry out all duties in accordance with company Health and Safety policies and procedures and actively contribute to maintaining a safe and health-focused working environment for yourself and others. Stores Person Key Competencies Hold a relevant licence, or be willing to undertake training, for the following equipment: walk-behind and ride-on equipment, forklift truck , reach truck and scissor lift - external license Ability to change plates on the box-making machine and carry out minor adjustments to support production. Competent in operating machinery such as cardboard balers, waste compactors and box-making machines. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and use own initiative. Support effective control and management of packaging stock. Reliable, punctual and flexible in approach to work. Demonstrates a strong commitment to Health and Safety. Works effectively as part of a team. Stores Person's Core Behaviours Positive Approach: Responds to challenges constructively and views obstacles as opportunities for development and improvement. Solution-Focused: Proactively identifies and contributes solutions rather than waiting for direction. Professional Pride: Takes pride in producing work of a consistently high standard and maintaining a professional approach. Constructive Questioning: Seeks continuous improvement by questioning processes and raising concerns appropriately when standards are not met. Teamwork: Communicates openly, builds positive working relationships and collaborates effectively to resolve issues. Continuous Improvement: Demonstrates a willingness to challenge existing practices and adopt improved ways of working. Stores Person - What We Offer Salary: 27000 / 13 per hour, Hours: Monday to Friday role, 07:00-15:30, Bonus and overtime opportunities, Auto-enrolment workplace pension (5% employer / 3% employee), Life Assurance (1x salary) and Holiday: 25 days + 8 bank holidays (pro-rata) Please note: Due to high volumes of applications, we cannot respond to every applicant. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please consider your application unsuccessful for this role, but your details will be kept on file for future opportunities. We are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Machine Setter We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our multi-site operation as a Setter. This role is designed to support the development of skills and knowledge in injection moulding, tool setting, and general production support, under the supervision of experienced trainers. The successful candidate will be expected to embrace and contribute to the company's Health and Safety culture and learn the correct use of mechanical equipment. You will assist in completing tool and material changes, following guidance from your trainer or the production plan. You will take an active role in the day-to-day activities of the setting team, which will provide you with valuable hands-on experience to support your personal development. Under supervision, you will learn to identify and address common defects in injection moulding and carry out essential maintenance tasks on both the injection moulding machines and tools. Depending on operational requirements, you may also be asked to operate machinery to support production needs. This role includes opportunities to engage with other departments, helping to build a strong connection between production and the setting team, which is key to the overall success of the trainee programme. Machine Setter Essential Criteria Good work ethic and willingness to learn Basic understanding of a working environment Mechanical aptitude Computer literate GCSEs in Maths and English Previous experience in a factory role Good troubleshooting skills Machine Setter Personal Qualities: Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team Good communication skills Self-motivated Results driven Proactive approach to all tasks undertaken Machine Setter' Benefits: Salary: up to 35k (DOE) Days only: 730Am to 3PM and 230PM to 11PM 23 days holidays plus BH EAP Life Assurance Pension This is an exciting opportunity for a Setter who is passionate about innovation and looking to contribute to a dynamic and growing team. If you are a creative thinker with a keen eye for detail, we would love to hear from you! PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A SPONSORED JOB, CANDIDATES REQUIRING SPONSORSHIP OR ON A PSW VISA WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED We are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are acting on behalf of the client as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.