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Escape Recruitment Services Commercial Division are currently recruiting for our client, a successful and continually growing SME organisation based in Fife; they have an excellent opportunity for a Sales Executive to join them on a permanent basis. Based within a small but busy team and reporting to the Sales Director, this role will be based fully on site. Responsibilities Include Handling incoming UK and International sales via telephone call. Responding to written sales enquires received via email, website and online platforms. Providing and following up on quotes for bulk B2B sales. Managing queries sent via social media accounts. Providing product technical information to customers. Resolving any customer issues and complaints. Updating the CRM system. Liaising with internal sales support and logistics teams to ensure order fulfilment. Identifying gaps in the market and targeting new clients &/or distributors. Background Required Previous experience of working in a similar B2B internal/external sales/account management role. Comfortable working with technical specification and products. Exceptional customer service experience, able to build strong relationships. Ability to work as part of a small team, supporting with varied tasks as required depending on the needs of colleagues and business. Confident IT skills, this should include MS Excel and CRM database systems. Self-motivated and able to use your initiative to complete tasks.

Escape Recruitment Services Commercial Division are currently recruiting for our client, a successful and continually growing SME organisation based in Fife; they have an excellent opportunity for an Internal Sales Account Executive to join them on a permanent basis. Based within a small but busy team and reporting to the Sales Director, this role will be based fully on site. Responsibilities Include Handling incoming UK and International sales via telephone call. Responding to written sales enquires received via email, website and online platforms. Providing and following up on quotes for bulk B2B sales. Managing queries sent via social media accounts. Providing product technical information to customers. Resolving any customer issues and complaints. Updating the CRM system. Liaising with internal sales support and logistics teams to ensure order fulfilment. Identifying gaps in the market and targeting new clients &/or distributors. Background Required Previous experience of working in a similar B2B internal/external sales/account management role. Comfortable working with technical specification and products. Exceptional customer service experience, able to build strong relationships. Ability to work as part of a small team, supporting with varied tasks as required depending on the needs of colleagues and business. Confident IT skills, this should include MS Excel and CRM database systems. Self-motivated and able to use your initiative to complete tasks.

Project Coordinator / Manager - 12-Month Contract Location: Leven, Scotland (Diageo Site) Rate: 250 per day (PAYE - Inside IR35) Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary (12 months) Hybrid Working About the Role We are seeking a Project Coordinator / PMO to support a portfolio of engineering projects at Diageo's Leven site. This role is key to maintaining effective governance, communication, cost and risk control, and document management across a range of ongoing programmes. Working closely with internal project teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders, you will ensure consistency and compliance across project delivery phases, contributing to the overall success of the programme. Key Responsibilities Assist with the implementation of programme and project governance frameworks Support the development of a tiered reporting structure to improve communication and escalation Manage file structures within Microsoft Teams and SharePoint Maintain document control and audit compliance Contribute to schedule and timeline development, highlighting risks through governance channels Track and report on project risks and issues, updating risk registers accordingly Assist with cost reporting and ensure accurate communication between suppliers, consultants, and internal teams Maintain and update scope change registers; document and communicate change outcomes Organise and coordinate meetings, workshops, and project presentations Record minutes and maintain action trackers from meetings Develop and manage audit schedules; track actions and learnings Record project progress using photographic and video content as required Skills & Experience Previous experience in a project coordination/management role within an engineering or manufacturing environment essential Strong understanding of project management frameworks and reporting processes Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint, and Microsoft Project (or similar project tools) Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal Candidate Requirements: Qualified in Engineering with formal Project Management training (i.e. PMP, APM, Prince2) Demonstrated experience supporting complex projects in manufacturing / engineering environments

Our client is a leading manufacturer based in Stirling and are looking to add a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to their team. The company has had extensive investment in recent times and are looking to expand their team This is a shift based role including dayshift & nightshift. The Role: Fault finding and diagnostics in emergency breakdown or planned situations Working with a planned maintenance system and reactive maintenance Modification and improvement of machinery and the plant The Candidate: Excellent diagnostic and problem solving skills, Apprentice trained/HNC or equivalent qualification in a mechanical qualification Experience with pneumatics & hydraulics would be beneficial

Job Title: Production Operator - Precision Assembly Location: East Kilbride, Scotland Industry: Manufacturing A well-established and globally serving manufacturer of precision components is seeking motivated Production Operators to join its expanding production team. Operating in a clean-room environment, you will play a vital role in assembling high-quality products in a fast moving environment. Key Responsibilities Assemble components Work in a clean room environment Ensure consistent high quality and meet daily production targets Maintain strong attention to detail and demonstrate excellent hand-eye coordination Work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small, supportive team Contribute to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing efforts Follow all Health & Safety standards and workplace best practices Essential Skills and Experience Previous experience in a production or assembly environment is beneficial Familiarity with basic hand tools and soldering techniques is advantageous Strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to suggest improvements Good communication skills and the ability to follow precise instructions Full training will be provided What's on Offer Starting Salary: 25,000 plus opportunities for overtime or time off in lieu Work Schedule: 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday, 37.5 hours/week) Annual Leave: 28 paid days (equivalent to 35 days on a standard schedule) Bonus Scheme: Biannual company performance bonuses (June & November) Additional Benefits: Death in service cover Pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme Electric Vehicle scheme This is an excellent opportunity to join a quality-focused manufacturing team. If you're detail-oriented, motivated, and ready to contribute to a high-performing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Hybrid (4 days on-site 1 day remote) Escape Recruitment Services Commercial Division are recruiting for our client, a success engineering manufacturing organisation based in the Fife area. We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sales Manager to join their already successful Sales team, to support further business growth. This is a site-based role, working 4 days in the office in Fife and one day working remotely from home. As part of a National Sales Team, you will provide sales activities to promote technical engineering equipment and machinery including servicing contracts to existing and new clients. Responsibilities Include Outbound Sales Activities: Engage in proactive outreach to identify and generate new business opportunities using a number of techniques. Develop and implement effective lead generation strategies. Relationship Building: Develop strong relationships with potential and existing clients, fostering trust and long-term partnerships. Research and identify potential markets for expansion. Maintain and grow a strong sales pipeline to achieve revenue targets. Oversee and drive the end-to-end sales process, from initial lead qualification to contract closure. Preparing quotations and follow up with customers throughout the sales cycle. Track and monitor contract performance, identifying opportunities for service improvement or expansion. Work cross functionally with marketing, customer service, manufacturing and engineering teams. Attend team sales meetings including producing sales reports and forecasting. Utilise and maintain internal CRM and ERP system. Review current sales processes and identify and implement process improvements. Background Required Strong sales and account management experience, ideally from a technical engineering environment. Able to demonstrate a successful track record of sales achievements. Experience in prospecting, sourcing leads, new contacts and identifying potential new business. Strong commercial and negotiation acumen. Exceptional communication skills, able to provide excellent service levels to customers and internal colleagues. Able to multi-task and manage sales multiple sales processes at different stages of the sales cycle. Confident IT skills including CRM, Sales Tools and MS Office. Excellent team player, comfortable working in a small, supportive team environment with a "can do" and flexible attitude.

Based: Falkirk (onsite Monday to Friday) Escape Recruitment Services Commercial Division are currently recruiting for a engineering manufacturing organisation based in the Falkirk area. We have an excellent opportunity for a Internal Sales Executive to join the team on a permanent basis. Responsibilities Include Build and maintain relationships with customers, gaining a clear understanding of their business needs and future forecasting Provide technical product specification, availability and pricing Manage and follow up on sales quotations Provide exceptional levels of customer service Liaise and negotiate with internal teams including distribution, quality, procurement, logistics etc Point of contact for customers throughout lifecycle of sales process right through to delivery Achieve sales KPI's and revenue targets Identify opportunities for new business development including scoping out markets and contacting new customers Monitor competition activities and pricing to support business commercial decisions and strategy Background Required Experience of working in a similar account management &/or sales role Able to demonstrate past sales success and achieving targets Previous experience of working in a technical, engineering, manufacturing &/or distribution environment would be beneficial Exceptional communication skills with the ability to build relationships customers and internal teams Ability to take ownership of tasks and use initiative, with a flexible approach to support in a team environment Confident, resilient and able to work in a fast-paced environment Confident IT skills including MS Office, CRM, ERP systems

Escape Recruitment Services are looking to recruit an experienced Systems/Commercial Accountant for their successful and continually growing manufacturing client based in Fife. Based in the Finance function and reporting to the Commercial Finance Manager, you will be responsible for leading the implementation of the new ERP system within the function and integrating the current financial processes to align with the new cloud based system. We are looking for candidates that have previous experience of SAP S/4HANA, this is essential. This is a permanent opportunity where you will focus on continuous process improvement and support in Commercial Accounting role following the system implementation and integration. Responsibilities Include Lead the end-to-end SAP S/4HANA implementation, ensuring alignment with business requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and optimise financial processes. Configure SAP Finance modules and support data migration. Develop test scenarios, scripts, and lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT). Train end-users and document SAP processes. Utilise SAP to drive financial reporting and commercial analysis. Support month-end and year-end closing activities. Monitor business unit financial performance, cost structures, and profitability. Provide cross functional financial business partnering and stakeholder management in order to support commercial business decisions. Ensure compliance, audits, and financial controls. Act as the SAP Superuser within the function, supporting system enhancements and troubleshooting. Experience Required Ideally fully qualified ACCA, CIMA, CA but QBE will also be considered. Solid knowledge and experience of SAP S/4HANA. Experience with data migration, integration, and SAP reporting tools (Fiori, SAC, BW) beneficial. Strong understanding of financial accounting, IFRS, and cost control. Strong analytical & problem-solving abilities. Ability to communicate complex financial data in a clear and impactful way. Comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

6 Months Fixed Term Contract Hybrid - 3 Days on Site 2 Remote Escape Recruitment Services Commercial Division are currently recruiting on behalf of our client a successful Manufacturing organisation based in the Stirling area, due to continued growth and recent change management projects, they are looking to appoint an experienced HR Advisor with experience of managing ER case management experience to support for a 6 month period. Responsibilities Include Work closely with line managers, stakeholders and employees to provide exceptional internal service levels. Employee relations including disciplinaries, grievances, attendance and performance management. Ensure policies and procedures are communicated and adhere to across the site. Provide data and reports. Maintain HR database, employee records and files. Point of contact within the HR team for HR enquires. Experience Required Confident ER case management experience. Previous experience of working within a hands-on and varied, HR generalist role. Exceptional communication skills at all levels. Confident IT skills including MS Office, HR database, T&A, ERP systems.

Escape Recruitment Services are partnering with our client, a successful manufacturing company with exciting plans for the future. Are you a part-qualified accountant looking for a role that's way more than just number-crunching? Do you want to be part of a growing, dynamic company where finance is at the heart of big decisions? Are you looking for a role that will really catapult your accounts experience and career? Working closely with the CFO and Group Accountant, you'll be responsible for the following: Running month-end processes for all subsidiary companies Preparing monthly group consolidated accounts and VAT returns Managing accounts payable & receivable Overseeing in-house payroll, including overtime and salary sacrifice schemes Accruals, prepayments, intercompany reconciliations, and bank reconciliations Cashflow reporting & balance sheet reconciliations Supporting annual budgeting, forecasting & R&D claims Assisting with year-end reporting and audits Supporting HMRC compliance The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in a similar varied role such as Bookkeeper, Management Accountant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant Actively working towards your ACCA/CIMA professional qualification Strong IT and MS Excel skills and ideally Xero Great communication skills - both written and verbal A sharp eye for detail and a proactive approach Ability to juggle and meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment

Based: Livingston (Hybrid) Escape Recruitment Services is excited to partner with a leading organisation within the Construction sector to recruit an experienced Account Manager . This is a fantastic opportunity to join an already successful team and help drive further business growth across Scotland, North England, and Northern Ireland. As an Account Manager , you'll split your time between the Livingston office and remote work, focusing on managing key customer accounts and generating new business within the House Developer market . You will build strong relationships with existing clients while identifying opportunities for new partnerships and driving sales growth. Key Responsibilities: Proactive Sales Outreach: Engage with prospective clients in the House Developer market to generate new business opportunities. Client Relationship Management: Cultivate and nurture long-term relationships with both new and existing customers, ensuring trust and satisfaction. Pipeline Management: Assess, follow up, and convert leads into orders, while analysing historical data to refine strategies and spot opportunities. Quotations & Follow-Up: Prepare tailored quotations, ensuring continuous communication throughout the sales cycle. Sales Strategy & Gap Identification: Evaluate the sales pipeline for stalled opportunities and identify areas for growth or improvement. Collaboration: Work closely with the sales, marketing, and design teams to create bespoke solutions and ensure customer needs are met effectively. Revenue Growth: Drive sales performance and contribute to business growth by understanding client needs and providing customised solutions. What We're Looking For: Sales &/or Account Management Experience within the Construction or House Developer market, with a proven track record of success. Specification-type sales or solution selling experience. Experience managing short, medium, and long sales cycles and driving revenue growth. Prospecting & Lead Generation skills, with the ability to source new contacts and business opportunities. Proven experience in selling solutions, bespoke projects, and services to diverse stakeholders. Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills , ideally developed in a multi-stakeholder environment. Excellent communication skills, with a customer-focused approach to service and collaboration. Confident with CRM systems, sales tools, and MS Office . A team player who thrives in a small, flexible, and supportive environment with a "can-do" attitude.

2025 marks an exciting new chapter for our client as they continue to grow and innovate. They are looking for an experienced and driven Engineering Stores Manager to take ownership of and optimise the stores operation at a busy site. This role is ideal for someone with engineering stores experience, regardless of industry background. If you have a passion for inventory management, team leadership, and process improvement, this is your chance to make a real impact. Why Join? Play a key role in transforming and improving engineering stores operations. Lead a dedicated team and create a high-performing, customer-focused environment. Drive cost-saving initiatives and streamline inventory processes. Work with a business that values fresh thinking and continuous improvement. Responsibilities of the role: Oversee all aspects of the engineering stores - goods receipt, warehousing, stock control, and sourcing. Lead, mentor, and develop a small, high-performing team. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure materials are available when needed. Use inventory management techniques (cycle counting, FIFO, stock checks) to maintain optimal levels. Identify and implement cost-saving and efficiency improvements. Report on KPIs and ensure compliance with standards. Experience and knowledge required for the role: Engineering Stores Expertise - Experience managing an engineering store in any industry. Leadership Skills - Ability to develop and motivate a team. Process Improvement Mindset - Passion for driving efficiency and cost savings. Commercially Driven - Can drive profitability and cost savings Strong Communicator - Able to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders. Organised & Proactive - A problem-solver with great planning skills. System Proficiency - Experience with ERP/MRP or inventory management tools. This is more than just a management role-it's an opportunity to lead, innovate, and drive change. If you're ready to take on a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Permanent Role: QA/QC Inspector Location: Glenrothes Shift Pattern: Days and nights on a two-week rotation. Initial day shift while training. Salary: 17.01 per hour (day shift) and 19.82 per hour (shift work). Hours: Monday to Thursday, 37 hours per week. We are seeking a QA/QC Inspector for a permanent position at our Glenrothes facility. This role involves working shifts, with initial training provided on day shift. You will play a key part in ensuring the quality of goods and products through detailed inspection and compliance with specifications. Responsibilities: Inspect incoming goods to verify compliance with purchase orders and specifications. Review manufacturability of drawings with respect to inspection activities. Perform in-process and final inspections of products to meet customer requirements. Report non-conformances in a timely manner and support quality assurance efforts. Maintain and calibrate inspection equipment, including reporting damage or misuse. Ensure inspection areas remain safe and organized. Collaborate with other departments to achieve business goals. Adhere to company policies and procedures and perform related administrative tasks. Requirements: Completed a recognized engineering apprenticeship or proven experience as a QC Inspector. Experience in medium to heavy engineering Knowledge of Gauge Maker measuring equipment Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Flexibility to work shifts and occasional overtime as required. Strong verbal and written communication skills. If you are a self-motivated individual with an eye for detail and a commitment to quality, this is an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills and grow your career.

Escape Recruitment's client, based in West Lothian, is seeking an experienced Control Systems Automation Engineer to enhance and industrialise their manufacturing process control system on a contract basis. Key Responsibilities Upgrade and enhance control system functionality, efficiency, and reliability. Transition the current LabVIEW-based system to a Siemens PLC architecture. Develop strategies to optimise system performance and ensure compliance with industry standards. Program and configure Siemens PLCs, integrating them into the wider manufacturing system. Identify and implement automation improvements to reduce downtime and enhance system integration. Provide troubleshooting and technical support for system issues. Produce detailed documentation and regular progress reports for stakeholders. Key Skills and Qualifications Proven expertise in Siemens PLC programming (S7-1200/1500, TIA Portal, and WinCC). Experience with LabVIEW programming and hardware integration. Knowledge of Roll-to-Roll continuous manufacturing processes. Proficiency in system integration with SCADA, HMI interfaces, and industrial networks. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment. Desirable Experience Familiarity with advanced control strategies (PID, closed-loop control). Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP). Background in system testing, commissioning, and validation. Personal Attributes Detail-oriented with a proactive problem-solving mindset. Excellent communication skills for engaging technical and non-technical stakeholders. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the optimisation and industrialisation of cutting-edge manufacturing processes.

My client, a growing drinks manufacturer is looking for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team. Based in Glasgow this is one of Scotland's leading brands and they have invested a huge amount in new machinery to improve efficiencies across the site including investing heavily in training for their staff. The Role: Fault finding and diagnostics in emergency breakdown or planned situations Working with a planned maintenance system and reactive maintenance Modification and improvement of machinery and the plant The Candidate: PLC fault finding skills Apprentice trained/HNC or equivalent qualification in an engineering qualification (Electrical bias) Experience within FMCG/Food process would be required for this role. Electrical bias would be advantageous as would drinks experience

Our fast paced manufacturing client, based in Fife and are looking to recruit a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join the team and support the engineering function. This is a fantastic opportunity to work a dayshift/Backshift/nightshift - Monday to Friday The role: Proactive/reactive maintenance within a manufacturing environment In the absence of immediate supervisor, assess and prioritise your own workload to ensure downtime is kept to a minimum. Support the install of new machines and equipment to manufacturer specifications. The candidate: Apprentice trained, HND/HNC or equivalent electrical or mechanical qualification Fast paced manufacturing experience is desirable Working knowledge of conveyors, pumps, gearboxes & motors will be expected in this role Manufacturing background would be preferred but not essential Must have some element of multiskilling for this role

We are delighted to be working on behalf of a world leading manufacturer to recruit a Production Operative to join their team in Broxburn on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for the right people to be part of an exciting journey within a growing Company. Position : Production Technician Status: Full Time Working Hours : Monday - Thursday 07:00 - 16:00, Friday , 07:00 - 12:00 Starting salary - 26,000 Immediate Start! Job Description The role is working in a small but busy production team assembling, inspecting, testing and packing of products and systems in accordance with production schedules and customer requirements, and ensuring that optimum quality and safety is maintained at all times. The products are small and can mainly be assembled on a bench involving electrical and mechanical assembly work. The ability to be able to read and follow a technical drawing, wiring diagrams and SOP is critical to be successful in this role. The Main duties will include:- Assembling of Electrical and Mechanical Testing of finished equipment Logging time against standard working times Keeping the working area clean and tidy Assisting with warehouse work as required A good understanding of Health and Safety at work Essential Criteria An excellent work ethic Experience of electrical assembly work Attention to detail Consistent work output Methodical and tidy Responsible Benefits 23 holidays + all English bank holidays and shut down between Christmas and New Year -Competitive salary -Generous company bonus scheme paid monthly (after probation) -Cycle to work scheme -Training & development -Free tea, coffee, snacks, and monthly team lunches Please apply by sending CV to (url removed)

Quality Manager We are looking for an experienced and proactive Quality Manager to lead the development and implementation of quality systems within our manufacturing site. The successful candidate will focus on embedding robust checks and validation processes to prevent quality issues at the customer stage. The role is based in the Falkirk area and pays a market leading salary and bonus with a robust benefits package. The successful person will require to work on site. Key responsibilities include: Building and enhancing quality systems to align with customer needs, industry standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 9001, CE Mark). Working closely with customers to understand their standards and ensuring these are reflected in internal systems, checks, and balances. Investigating customer complaints, performing root cause analysis, and implementing preventative measures. Optimising manufacturing processes by integrating quality controls, managing quality data, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Developing and training team members to enhance their understanding of processes and product quality. Initially, you will manage a small team of 2-3 people working across the site and laboratory. Over time, you will be responsible for growing the team to up to 6 people as you expand the quality function. The ideal candidate will have a customer-focused approach, strong technical expertise in quality management, and a track record of driving continuous improvement. You may currently be a Quality Manager, looking for a new challenge or perhaps are a Senior Quality Engineer/Specialist looking to progress into a leadership role. Either way, if you have the attitude and experience to tackle what we've mentioned above and, If you're passionate about quality and creating systems that meet and exceed customer expectations, we'd love to hear from you!

TIME SERVED MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL FITTERS required immediately for a minimum 2 month contract in the Dumbarton area. Rotating shifts of days and nights Escape recruitment are working with their client based in West Dunbartonshire to recruit Time served & Experienced Mechanical, Electrical or Multi-skilled Fitters. You will be time served, ideally have experience in wiring panels, using hand tools and small power tools. This is a contract role of a minimum of 2 months on a PAYE basis The hours of work are Day shift - Monday to Thursday 7:45am-4:45pm and 7:45am-12pm on a Friday £18.11ph Night Shift - Monday to Thursday 7pm-7am £27.16ph. If you would like to apply for this role, please do so by emailing your full up to date CV to Charlotte Roberts