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Production and Forklift Operator We are recruiting a Production and Forklift Operator to join the Glenrothes site of a successful international organisation. The company offers the stability and resources of a large global group while maintaining a supportive local working environment. Employees are encouraged to share ideas, take ownership of their work and contribute to improvements, with training and development available for people who want to progress. This varied, hands-on role involves handling heavy raw materials, keeping production machinery supplied and supporting the wider production team. Essential requirements A valid forklift licence Previous forklift-driving experience Experience operating larger-capacity forklift trucks, ideally up to seven tonnes Previous overhead-crane experience Experience within production or manufacturing A strong understanding of workplace safety Key responsibilities Drive/Operate large Forklift Trucks (up to 7 tonnes) Load and unload steel coils using overhead cranes Keep production machinery supplied with materials and consumables Operate power presses when required Inspect components and incoming materials Assemble and pack products for dispatch Complete physical stock counts Follow all safety, quality and operating procedures Shifts 1 week- Monday to Friday 8am-4pm 2nd week- Monday to Thursday 2pm-11.30pm Friday off. OT is available. We are looking for a reliable and safety-conscious operator who can manage different priorities, work independently and support colleagues across a busy production environment. This is a good opportunity for an experienced Forklift Operator, Production Operator or Materials Handler who wants greater variety and responsibility, backed by the security and development opportunities of a major international employer.

Are you a Stock Controller, Materials Coordinator or Buyer who likes a role where you can actually get stuck in and make a difference? Escape's client is looking to appoint an organised, analytical Stock Controller to take ownership of packaging stock for a busy manufacturing site. You will work closely with Production, Planning, Site Management and suppliers to make sure the right packaging is in the right place, at the right time and you will also be out in the warehouse checking stock, investigating discrepancies and making sure everything is where it should be. R esponsibilities of the role: Managing packaging and raw material stock levels, including min/max levels and stock availability Using Excel to analyse stock, usage, costs, waste and trends Working from production plans to ensure packaging is ordered in time Raising purchase orders and liaising with suppliers on orders, deliveries and lead times Planning ahead for seasonal demand and supplier shutdowns Monitoring obsolete and excess stock and looking for opportunities to reduce costs Investigating stock discrepancies and resolving issues quickly Carrying out month-end stock counts and regular cycle counts Experience and Knowledge required for the role: You will ideally have previous stock control, materials, inventory or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment. Very comfortable with Excel - formulas, lookups, pivot tables and working with data from different sources Numerate, analytical and very detail conscious Highly organised, with the ability to plan ahead and problem solve A confident communicator who is comfortable dealing with suppliers and internal teams Someone who can work at pace and react when production requirements change Naturally inquisitive and able to think for yourself and use your initiative A genuine team player who is happy getting out from behind the desk when needed This is a key role within the site and you, so there is a great opportunity to learn the business, make the role your own and develop your career longer term. If you are someone who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems and making sure things happen when they're supposed to, we would like to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.

Escape Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with an established and growing Scottish business to recruit a Buyer / Stock Controller. This is a varied, hands-on role covering purchasing, stock control and working with suppliers, within a small and friendly team. The business is introducing a new Sales & Operations system, and you will be involved in the implementation and become a key user. Good IT skills and the ability to pick up new systems are therefore important. The role: Placing purchase orders with Suppliers and expediting deliveries. Manage stock levels to ensure good product availability. Analyse sales and stock levels and place supplier orders. Monitor supplier lead times and chase deliveries where required. Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal colleagues. Keep product information and pricing up to date. Communicate stock availability and delivery updates to customers and colleagues. Look for ways to improve stock processes and make things work more efficiently. Hands on - It is a small, close-knit business and everyone supports each other What we're looking for: Experience in stock control, purchasing, buying or inventory management. Good Excel and general IT skills. Comfortable working with data and learning new systems. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. Confident communicator who enjoys dealing with suppliers and colleagues. Commercially aware with a practical, hands-on approach. Someone who enjoys improving processes and finding better ways of doing things. Happy working as part of a small team where everyone mucks in. Why apply? Newly created role with genuine long-term prospects. A varied role with plenty of responsibility. Opportunity to get involved with a new business system and become the in-house expert. Established Scottish business with a strong reputation. Friendly, supportive team. Company performance bonus. Monday - Friday, on-site. If you're a Buyer, Purchasing Assistant, Stock Controller, Inventory Coordinator or similar, and you're systems-savvy and looking for something a bit different, we would love to hear from you.

Are you an experienced procurement professional who enjoys leading people, building relationships and being close to the business? Escape Recruitment is working in partnership with a well-established Scottish operation to appoint a Procurement Team Leader, reporting to the Head of Procurement you will lead and mentor a team of Category Buyers and Administrators. This is a varied position where you will combine team leadership and category management with the day-to-day procurement needs of the business. You will be comfortable juggling priorities, solving problems and working closely with stakeholders across the organisation. The role: Lead, support and develop the Procurement Team, providing coaching, mentoring and direction. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across all areas of the Scottish Operations, understanding their needs and managing expectations. Manage key supplier relationships, sourcing activity, commercial negotiations and contracts. Develop and deliver procurement strategies across a range of spend categories. Use P2P data and Excel to identify cost savings, efficiencies and opportunities to improve procurement. Oversee day-to-day procurement activity, ensuring it is efficient, compliant and commercially focused. Drive continuous improvement and look for better ways of doing things. Manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment no two days are likely to be quite the same. Support the Head of Procurement with strategic initiatives and act as deputy when required. Experience and knowledge required for the role: Experienced in procurement, category management, supplier management and P2P procurement processes. Previous experience of managing and mentoring a team A strong relationship builder who enjoys working with stakeholders rather than simply managing a procurement process from the sidelines. Commercially minded, with strong negotiation and decision-making skills. Previous experience of managing and mentoring a team Confident and credible, with the presence to lead the team, influence stakeholders and make decisions. Naturally curious and someone who asks questions and wants to understand the bigger picture. Comfortable managing competing priorities and getting involved in the detail when needed. Confident using P2P, Excel and other Microsoft packages to analyse and present data. Passionate about developing people and getting the best from a team. Why Apply? You will be joining a collaborative Scottish team, working with stakeholders who are described as welcoming, insightful and a great group of people. There is also a genuine commitment to training and development, with opportunities for both internal and external learning. If you are looking for a procurement leadership role that gives you variety, people responsibility, commercial influence and plenty of stakeholder interaction, this could be a great next step. Interested? Please send your CV today.