Assistant Farm Manager - Fresh Produce / Field Crops - South Lincolnshire Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 This is a practical, operational role focused entirely on field crop farming. Working closely with the Farm Manager, you will support the planning, growing, harvesting, and post harvest handling of crops, ensuring produce is grown efficiently, safely and to customer specification. The role includes team management, crop monitoring, and operational compliance. Key Responsibilities Support day to day field crop operations, including planting, growing, harvesting and post harvest handling Oversee harvesting activities, ensuring continuity of crop supply Monitor crop condition and post harvest quality to minimise waste Assist with crop planning to meet customer demand and delivery schedules Supervise and develop field and harvesting teams, including seasonal and agency labour Maintain high standards of field and yard hygiene and housekeeping Ensure all operations comply with health & safety and safe systems of work Carry out risk assessments, inspections, and audits, closing out actions promptly Ensure accurate reporting and investigation of accidents, incidents, and near misses Provide training, instruction, and supervision to operatives Manage holidays, sickness, and absence in line with company procedures Ensure compliance with technical, environmental, hygiene, and food safety standards The Company A well established commercial fresh produce business operating a large scale field crop farming operation is seeking an Assistant Farm Manager to support the production of field grown crops. The business supplies major retail and foodservice customers and operates to high technical, food safety and efficiency standards. The Candidate Background in traditional field crop or large scale agricultural operations Understanding of factors affecting crop quality, yield, and harvest performance Knowledge of pesticide use and crop protection practices Strong organisational and time management skills Confident IT skills and record keeping Clear communication and people management skills Experience within commercial fresh produce or field crop production Knowledge of storage and post harvest handling of field crops ND in Agriculture or equivalent Minimum Level 2 NVQ (or equivalent) The Package Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Please email your CV to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, .
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Assistant Farm Manager - Fresh Produce / Field Crops - South Lincolnshire Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 This is a practical, operational role focused entirely on field crop farming. Working closely with the Farm Manager, you will support the planning, growing, harvesting, and post harvest handling of crops, ensuring produce is grown efficiently, safely and to customer specification. The role includes team management, crop monitoring, and operational compliance. Key Responsibilities Support day to day field crop operations, including planting, growing, harvesting and post harvest handling Oversee harvesting activities, ensuring continuity of crop supply Monitor crop condition and post harvest quality to minimise waste Assist with crop planning to meet customer demand and delivery schedules Supervise and develop field and harvesting teams, including seasonal and agency labour Maintain high standards of field and yard hygiene and housekeeping Ensure all operations comply with health & safety and safe systems of work Carry out risk assessments, inspections, and audits, closing out actions promptly Ensure accurate reporting and investigation of accidents, incidents, and near misses Provide training, instruction, and supervision to operatives Manage holidays, sickness, and absence in line with company procedures Ensure compliance with technical, environmental, hygiene, and food safety standards The Company A well established commercial fresh produce business operating a large scale field crop farming operation is seeking an Assistant Farm Manager to support the production of field grown crops. The business supplies major retail and foodservice customers and operates to high technical, food safety and efficiency standards. The Candidate Background in traditional field crop or large scale agricultural operations Understanding of factors affecting crop quality, yield, and harvest performance Knowledge of pesticide use and crop protection practices Strong organisational and time management skills Confident IT skills and record keeping Clear communication and people management skills Experience within commercial fresh produce or field crop production Knowledge of storage and post harvest handling of field crops ND in Agriculture or equivalent Minimum Level 2 NVQ (or equivalent) The Package Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Please email your CV to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, .
Intercom is the AI Customer Service company on a mission to help businesses provide incredible customer experiences. Our AI agent Fin, the most advanced customer service AI agent on the market, lets businesses deliver always on, impeccable customer service and ultimately transform their customer experiences for the better. Fin can also be combined with our Helpdesk to become a complete solution called the Intercom Customer Service Suite, which provides AI enhanced support for the more complex or high touch queries that require a human agent. Founded in 2011 and trusted by nearly 30,000 global businesses, Intercom is setting the new standard for customer service. Driven by our core values, we push boundaries, build with speed and intensity, and consistently deliver incredible value to our customers. What's the opportunity? We're building a new function at Intercom: AI Product Management. For over a decade, Intercom has invested in in house AI, with a team of machine learning scientists, ML engineers, researchers, and AI designers. Now, we're expanding this team with product managers who will define the future of Intercom's AI platform and AI agent. As a Senior AI Product Manager, you'll shape the vision, strategy, and roadmap for core AI systems that power Fin and Intercom's AI features. You'll work at the intersection of advanced AI research, cutting edge product development, and real customer problems, helping us build world class AI products that deliver meaningful business impact. This is a high ownership role for a technical, customer obsessed PM who thrives in fast moving, ambiguous environments and loves turning complex AI capabilities into simple, delightful product experiences. What will I be doing? Lead a major part of our AI product surface. You'll own an important area of Intercom's AI platform or AI agent and be accountable for its vision, strategy, and impact. Deeply understand customers, the business, and the technology. You'll learn the space inside out: what customers need, where the business is going, and how our AI systems work. You'll use this understanding to make high quality decisions and build a compelling roadmap. Work side by side with a world class AI team. You'll collaborate every day with ML scientists, ML engineers, AI designers, and ML researchers. Together you'll explore new ideas, assess feasibility, evaluate trade offs, and turn advanced AI capabilities into high value product experiences. Ship ambitious, high quality AI product. You'll take AI concepts from early exploration through to production launches. You'll run fast experiments, define success metrics, evaluate performance, and iterate until the experiences are both effective and delightful. Collaborate across the company. You'll work closely with our core product org to integrate AI across the Intercom platform, and partner with GTM, marketing, support, and operations to drive adoption and customer impact. Lead through clarity, ownership, and momentum. You'll bring teams together, communicate decisions clearly, create alignment, and consistently push toward impactful outcomes. What skills do I need? Strong AI and technical fluency. You've built or worked deeply with AI/ML products, ideally including generative AI. You can discuss model behaviour, evaluation, prompts, architectures, constraints, and trade offs with technical partners. You're comfortable working autonomously in complex technical spaces. Excellent product judgment. You balance customer needs, business goals, and technical realities. You know when to push for ambitious ideas and when to iterate quickly. You can turn new or ambiguous AI capabilities into clear, valuable product experiences. Sharp problem framing and customer insight. You can independently understand and articulate complex problems using research, data, and direct customer conversations. You translate complexity into crisp problem statements for your team. Ability to build world class product. You collaborate deeply with engineering and design to ship high quality software. You know how to test, measure, and iterate on AI systems and user facing AI features. You care deeply about safety, reliability, and delivering customer value. Strong communication and leadership. You influence widely, bring structure to ambiguity, and create momentum. You communicate clearly and frequently, keeping partners aligned and engaged. You take ownership and raise the bar for the team around you. Why you'll love it here You'll work with an experienced AI team that has been shipping AI long before it was mainstream. You'll have real autonomy, real impact, and real responsibility. You'll help build the next generation of customer service through the power of AI. You'll help shape the future of AI PM craft at Intercom. We are a well treated bunch, with awesome benefits! If there's something important to you that's not on this list, talk to us! Competitive salary and equity in a fast growing start up We serve lunch every weekday, plus a variety of snack foods and a fully stocked kitchen Pension scheme & match up to 4% Peace of mind with life assurance, as well as comprehensive health and dental insurance for you and your dependents Flexible paid time off policy Paid maternity leave, as well as 6 weeks paternity leave for fathers, to let you spend valuable time with your loved ones If you're cycling, we've got you covered on the Cycle to Work Scheme. With secure bike storage too MacBooks are our standard, but we also offer Windows for certain roles when needed. Intercom has a hybrid working policy. We believe that working in person helps us stay connected, collaborate easier and create a great culture while still providing flexibility to work from home. We expect employees to be in the office at least three days per week. We have a radically open and accepting culture at Intercom. We avoid spending time on divisive subjects to foster a safe and cohesive work environment for everyone. As an organization, our policy is to not advocate on behalf of the company or our employees on any social or political topics out of our internal or external communications. We respect personal opinion and expression on these topics on personal social platforms on personal time, and do not challenge or confront anyone for their views on non work related topics. Our goal is to focus on doing incredible work to achieve our goals and unite the company through our core values. Intercom values diversity and is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity. Intercom will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Intercom is the AI Customer Service company on a mission to help businesses provide incredible customer experiences. Our AI agent Fin, the most advanced customer service AI agent on the market, lets businesses deliver always on, impeccable customer service and ultimately transform their customer experiences for the better. Fin can also be combined with our Helpdesk to become a complete solution called the Intercom Customer Service Suite, which provides AI enhanced support for the more complex or high touch queries that require a human agent. Founded in 2011 and trusted by nearly 30,000 global businesses, Intercom is setting the new standard for customer service. Driven by our core values, we push boundaries, build with speed and intensity, and consistently deliver incredible value to our customers. What's the opportunity? We're building a new function at Intercom: AI Product Management. For over a decade, Intercom has invested in in house AI, with a team of machine learning scientists, ML engineers, researchers, and AI designers. Now, we're expanding this team with product managers who will define the future of Intercom's AI platform and AI agent. As a Senior AI Product Manager, you'll shape the vision, strategy, and roadmap for core AI systems that power Fin and Intercom's AI features. You'll work at the intersection of advanced AI research, cutting edge product development, and real customer problems, helping us build world class AI products that deliver meaningful business impact. This is a high ownership role for a technical, customer obsessed PM who thrives in fast moving, ambiguous environments and loves turning complex AI capabilities into simple, delightful product experiences. What will I be doing? Lead a major part of our AI product surface. You'll own an important area of Intercom's AI platform or AI agent and be accountable for its vision, strategy, and impact. Deeply understand customers, the business, and the technology. You'll learn the space inside out: what customers need, where the business is going, and how our AI systems work. You'll use this understanding to make high quality decisions and build a compelling roadmap. Work side by side with a world class AI team. You'll collaborate every day with ML scientists, ML engineers, AI designers, and ML researchers. Together you'll explore new ideas, assess feasibility, evaluate trade offs, and turn advanced AI capabilities into high value product experiences. Ship ambitious, high quality AI product. You'll take AI concepts from early exploration through to production launches. You'll run fast experiments, define success metrics, evaluate performance, and iterate until the experiences are both effective and delightful. Collaborate across the company. You'll work closely with our core product org to integrate AI across the Intercom platform, and partner with GTM, marketing, support, and operations to drive adoption and customer impact. Lead through clarity, ownership, and momentum. You'll bring teams together, communicate decisions clearly, create alignment, and consistently push toward impactful outcomes. What skills do I need? Strong AI and technical fluency. You've built or worked deeply with AI/ML products, ideally including generative AI. You can discuss model behaviour, evaluation, prompts, architectures, constraints, and trade offs with technical partners. You're comfortable working autonomously in complex technical spaces. Excellent product judgment. You balance customer needs, business goals, and technical realities. You know when to push for ambitious ideas and when to iterate quickly. You can turn new or ambiguous AI capabilities into clear, valuable product experiences. Sharp problem framing and customer insight. You can independently understand and articulate complex problems using research, data, and direct customer conversations. You translate complexity into crisp problem statements for your team. Ability to build world class product. You collaborate deeply with engineering and design to ship high quality software. You know how to test, measure, and iterate on AI systems and user facing AI features. You care deeply about safety, reliability, and delivering customer value. Strong communication and leadership. You influence widely, bring structure to ambiguity, and create momentum. You communicate clearly and frequently, keeping partners aligned and engaged. You take ownership and raise the bar for the team around you. Why you'll love it here You'll work with an experienced AI team that has been shipping AI long before it was mainstream. You'll have real autonomy, real impact, and real responsibility. You'll help build the next generation of customer service through the power of AI. You'll help shape the future of AI PM craft at Intercom. We are a well treated bunch, with awesome benefits! If there's something important to you that's not on this list, talk to us! Competitive salary and equity in a fast growing start up We serve lunch every weekday, plus a variety of snack foods and a fully stocked kitchen Pension scheme & match up to 4% Peace of mind with life assurance, as well as comprehensive health and dental insurance for you and your dependents Flexible paid time off policy Paid maternity leave, as well as 6 weeks paternity leave for fathers, to let you spend valuable time with your loved ones If you're cycling, we've got you covered on the Cycle to Work Scheme. With secure bike storage too MacBooks are our standard, but we also offer Windows for certain roles when needed. Intercom has a hybrid working policy. We believe that working in person helps us stay connected, collaborate easier and create a great culture while still providing flexibility to work from home. We expect employees to be in the office at least three days per week. We have a radically open and accepting culture at Intercom. We avoid spending time on divisive subjects to foster a safe and cohesive work environment for everyone. As an organization, our policy is to not advocate on behalf of the company or our employees on any social or political topics out of our internal or external communications. We respect personal opinion and expression on these topics on personal social platforms on personal time, and do not challenge or confront anyone for their views on non work related topics. Our goal is to focus on doing incredible work to achieve our goals and unite the company through our core values. Intercom values diversity and is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity. Intercom will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.
Technical Manager Food Manufacturing Leicestershire £50,000 - £55,000 This is a Technical management opportunity within a food manufacturing business that has undergone significant positive change over the past 6 to 12 months. A newly appointed senior leadership team, combined with investment in systems, people and ways of working, has created a genuine opportunity for an experienced and ambitious QA M click apply for full job details
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Technical Manager Food Manufacturing Leicestershire £50,000 - £55,000 This is a Technical management opportunity within a food manufacturing business that has undergone significant positive change over the past 6 to 12 months. A newly appointed senior leadership team, combined with investment in systems, people and ways of working, has created a genuine opportunity for an experienced and ambitious QA M click apply for full job details
Get started with your online application Not quite your dream role? Sign up to get notified when the right vacancy comes along. Data Science Manager Join us in our mission to transform the way people shop and eat, where impact, innovation and growth drive everything we do. Our Data Science organisation sits at the heart of Deliveroo, powering decision making across product, commercial and operational teams through experimentation, causal inference and machine learning. We're hiring multiple Data Science Managers across different areas of the business. Rather than hiring for one fixed team, we use the interview process to understand your strengths, interests and development areas, and then align you to the right scope, level and team. What You'll Be Doing You'll own the analytical direction and measurable impact of a product or business area, while leading and developing a high performing team of data scientists or machine learning engineers. Depending on the area you join, you could be: Building experimentation and causal inference frameworks to improve customer retention, loyalty and subscription growth Leading pricing, promotions or value strategy, balancing growth, profitability and long term customer trust Developing machine learning or optimisation models for delivery logistics, rider pricing or marketplace efficiency Improving discovery, search or personalisation through rapid iteration on high impact algorithms Driving customer acquisition and engagement across restaurants, retail or new verticals using data led targeting and incentives Across all roles, you'll remain hands on while managing a team. You'll decide which problems are worth solving and ensure data science work translates into better product and commercial decisions, not just analysis. You'll partner with Product, Engineering, Ops, Marketing and Finance as a thought partner, and set the bar for analytical rigour, prioritisation and impact across noisy metrics, real trade offs and strong stakeholder opinions. What You'll Need to Thrive Our ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in some of these areas and curiosity to grow in others: Experience line managing data scientists or machine learning engineers and supporting their career development A strong background as a senior individual contributor, with hands on experience in experimentation, causal inference or applied machine learning Proven ability to identify high impact opportunities and turn insights into clear strategy and execution Confidence working with senior stakeholders and explaining complex technical concepts to non technical audiences Comfort operating in fast moving, ambiguous environments where prioritisation and judgement matter as much as technical skill Why Join Us? At Deliveroo, you'll work on real world problems at global scale, across a three sided marketplace that is constantly evolving. We're food lovers, problem solvers, community organisers and more, united by a shared drive to make things better. Working here, you can expect: High autonomy to shape strategy and deliver meaningful impact Support to learn and grow through L&D programmes, mentoring and peer learning A strong focus on wellbeing, with benefits that vary by country A place to belong, with a diverse global workforce and active employee communities Diversity, Equity and Inclusion At Deliveroo, we believe great workplaces reflect the world around us. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio economic background, religion or belief. If you require adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We're committed to ensuring everyone has an equitable opportunity to succeed. Ready to own impact and shape how decisions are made at Deliveroo? Apply today. A competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package Compensation We aim to pay every employee competitively for the role they are performing in their respective location Depending on role and location, some employees may be eligible for an annual cash bonus, sign on bonus or relocation support Up to 5% matched pension contributions Equity Some roles may be eligible for share awards, giving them ownership in Deliveroo and a share in our success Food Free Deliveroo Plus: free delivery and access to special offers Team lunches from the best local restaurants Time away 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of time spent working at Deliveroo One day of paid leave per year to volunteer with a registered charity Funded single cover healthcare on our core plan, with the option to add family members at own cost On site gym (HQ), discounted external gym membership Access to wellbeing apps such as LesMills+, Strava, Headspace, Yogaia via GymPass Discounted dental insurance and a range of other flexible benefits, such as critical illness cover, partner life cover, travel insurance, health assessments Life assurance Work Life Maternity, paternity and maternity and shared parental leave, eligible from day one of employment Excellent kit to enable working from home and a parent friendly working culture Access to free mortgage advice Cycle to Work Scheme or Season Ticket Loans, depending how you wish to travel Excellent learning and development opportunities and access to RooLearn, our learning platform, packed with high quality training and content Regular Employee Resource Group (ERG) led social events - examples include dinners, dance lessons and in office yoga sessions
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Get started with your online application Not quite your dream role? Sign up to get notified when the right vacancy comes along. Data Science Manager Join us in our mission to transform the way people shop and eat, where impact, innovation and growth drive everything we do. Our Data Science organisation sits at the heart of Deliveroo, powering decision making across product, commercial and operational teams through experimentation, causal inference and machine learning. We're hiring multiple Data Science Managers across different areas of the business. Rather than hiring for one fixed team, we use the interview process to understand your strengths, interests and development areas, and then align you to the right scope, level and team. What You'll Be Doing You'll own the analytical direction and measurable impact of a product or business area, while leading and developing a high performing team of data scientists or machine learning engineers. Depending on the area you join, you could be: Building experimentation and causal inference frameworks to improve customer retention, loyalty and subscription growth Leading pricing, promotions or value strategy, balancing growth, profitability and long term customer trust Developing machine learning or optimisation models for delivery logistics, rider pricing or marketplace efficiency Improving discovery, search or personalisation through rapid iteration on high impact algorithms Driving customer acquisition and engagement across restaurants, retail or new verticals using data led targeting and incentives Across all roles, you'll remain hands on while managing a team. You'll decide which problems are worth solving and ensure data science work translates into better product and commercial decisions, not just analysis. You'll partner with Product, Engineering, Ops, Marketing and Finance as a thought partner, and set the bar for analytical rigour, prioritisation and impact across noisy metrics, real trade offs and strong stakeholder opinions. What You'll Need to Thrive Our ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in some of these areas and curiosity to grow in others: Experience line managing data scientists or machine learning engineers and supporting their career development A strong background as a senior individual contributor, with hands on experience in experimentation, causal inference or applied machine learning Proven ability to identify high impact opportunities and turn insights into clear strategy and execution Confidence working with senior stakeholders and explaining complex technical concepts to non technical audiences Comfort operating in fast moving, ambiguous environments where prioritisation and judgement matter as much as technical skill Why Join Us? At Deliveroo, you'll work on real world problems at global scale, across a three sided marketplace that is constantly evolving. We're food lovers, problem solvers, community organisers and more, united by a shared drive to make things better. Working here, you can expect: High autonomy to shape strategy and deliver meaningful impact Support to learn and grow through L&D programmes, mentoring and peer learning A strong focus on wellbeing, with benefits that vary by country A place to belong, with a diverse global workforce and active employee communities Diversity, Equity and Inclusion At Deliveroo, we believe great workplaces reflect the world around us. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio economic background, religion or belief. If you require adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We're committed to ensuring everyone has an equitable opportunity to succeed. Ready to own impact and shape how decisions are made at Deliveroo? Apply today. A competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package Compensation We aim to pay every employee competitively for the role they are performing in their respective location Depending on role and location, some employees may be eligible for an annual cash bonus, sign on bonus or relocation support Up to 5% matched pension contributions Equity Some roles may be eligible for share awards, giving them ownership in Deliveroo and a share in our success Food Free Deliveroo Plus: free delivery and access to special offers Team lunches from the best local restaurants Time away 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of time spent working at Deliveroo One day of paid leave per year to volunteer with a registered charity Funded single cover healthcare on our core plan, with the option to add family members at own cost On site gym (HQ), discounted external gym membership Access to wellbeing apps such as LesMills+, Strava, Headspace, Yogaia via GymPass Discounted dental insurance and a range of other flexible benefits, such as critical illness cover, partner life cover, travel insurance, health assessments Life assurance Work Life Maternity, paternity and maternity and shared parental leave, eligible from day one of employment Excellent kit to enable working from home and a parent friendly working culture Access to free mortgage advice Cycle to Work Scheme or Season Ticket Loans, depending how you wish to travel Excellent learning and development opportunities and access to RooLearn, our learning platform, packed with high quality training and content Regular Employee Resource Group (ERG) led social events - examples include dinners, dance lessons and in office yoga sessions
W Talent is delighted to be partnering with a leading flexible packaging manufacturer based in Gainsborough, specialising in high-quality, sustainable packaging solutions for food, medical, industrial, and consumer goods markets. They are now seeking an experienced Materials Controller to support operations at their Gainsborough manufacturing facility. This is a pivotal role within the Operations and Supply Chain function, responsible for ensuring the effective control, planning, and coordination of raw materials and packaging components to support production requirements. The Role The successful candidate will lead the development and continuous improvement of materials management processes, working closely with production, procurement, and logistics teams to optimise stock levels, minimise waste, and maintain uninterrupted manufacturing performance. This position plays a critical part in driving efficiency, cost control, and cross-functional collaboration across the site. Key Responsibilities Responsible for collaborating with Operations, Technical, Sales, Commercial and working closely with the Procurement team, to facilitate the overall film management strategy, with the aim of enhancing processes between functions Implementation of Strategic Materials Management processes, and the development of 'fit for purpose' Film management procedures. Develop processes working with the Operations, Technical, Sales, Launch and Commercial. Implement and review topics associated with the SIOP process. Collaborate with the Senior Purchasing Manager and sales to report and analyse up to date sales intelligence Film stock list data analysis, including historical data to identify trends, potential improvement and effectively contribute to cost saving activities across all UK Flex Analysis & reporting on the film forecast demand versus actual demand, understanding film changes and trends Manage the stock and forecast process with the UK Flex business, driving continuous improvement Assist in the resolution of key supply-demand and propose purchase orders for raw material film Encouraging best practice and a culture of Continuous Improvement across film materials management processes Introduce safety stock levels across all UK Flex sites with the aim to service customer requirements without holding excessive raw material Drive the reduction of aged stock Monitor, report and improve material availability Key Requirements Experience in supply Chain/ Procurement and/or related supply chain management Knowledge of key ERP systems Experienced in preparing and delivering presentations to employees at all levels of the business Strategic and tactical thinking Excellent project management skills Strong organisational skills in strategy, communication at all levels and execution Be able to work in a confidential manner. Be detailed, thorough, and accurate. Be able to prioritise and manage your own workload and tasks. Organised and calm under pressure. Proactive, positive, enthusiastic - demonstrates "can do" attitude. Salary & Benefits A competitive salary starting between 40,000 and 43,000 plus a good benefits package is on offer. The role is based in Gainsborough. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the culture and standards within a growing and operationally diverse business.
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
W Talent is delighted to be partnering with a leading flexible packaging manufacturer based in Gainsborough, specialising in high-quality, sustainable packaging solutions for food, medical, industrial, and consumer goods markets. They are now seeking an experienced Materials Controller to support operations at their Gainsborough manufacturing facility. This is a pivotal role within the Operations and Supply Chain function, responsible for ensuring the effective control, planning, and coordination of raw materials and packaging components to support production requirements. The Role The successful candidate will lead the development and continuous improvement of materials management processes, working closely with production, procurement, and logistics teams to optimise stock levels, minimise waste, and maintain uninterrupted manufacturing performance. This position plays a critical part in driving efficiency, cost control, and cross-functional collaboration across the site. Key Responsibilities Responsible for collaborating with Operations, Technical, Sales, Commercial and working closely with the Procurement team, to facilitate the overall film management strategy, with the aim of enhancing processes between functions Implementation of Strategic Materials Management processes, and the development of 'fit for purpose' Film management procedures. Develop processes working with the Operations, Technical, Sales, Launch and Commercial. Implement and review topics associated with the SIOP process. Collaborate with the Senior Purchasing Manager and sales to report and analyse up to date sales intelligence Film stock list data analysis, including historical data to identify trends, potential improvement and effectively contribute to cost saving activities across all UK Flex Analysis & reporting on the film forecast demand versus actual demand, understanding film changes and trends Manage the stock and forecast process with the UK Flex business, driving continuous improvement Assist in the resolution of key supply-demand and propose purchase orders for raw material film Encouraging best practice and a culture of Continuous Improvement across film materials management processes Introduce safety stock levels across all UK Flex sites with the aim to service customer requirements without holding excessive raw material Drive the reduction of aged stock Monitor, report and improve material availability Key Requirements Experience in supply Chain/ Procurement and/or related supply chain management Knowledge of key ERP systems Experienced in preparing and delivering presentations to employees at all levels of the business Strategic and tactical thinking Excellent project management skills Strong organisational skills in strategy, communication at all levels and execution Be able to work in a confidential manner. Be detailed, thorough, and accurate. Be able to prioritise and manage your own workload and tasks. Organised and calm under pressure. Proactive, positive, enthusiastic - demonstrates "can do" attitude. Salary & Benefits A competitive salary starting between 40,000 and 43,000 plus a good benefits package is on offer. The role is based in Gainsborough. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the culture and standards within a growing and operationally diverse business.
A market-leading fresh produce business supplying major UK retailers is seeking a Technical Compliance Manager to join its team. This is a senior-level compliance leadership role with responsibility across a diverse global supply base. You will take ownership of food safety, ethical due diligence and environmental compliance, while managing and developing an established compliance team click apply for full job details
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
A market-leading fresh produce business supplying major UK retailers is seeking a Technical Compliance Manager to join its team. This is a senior-level compliance leadership role with responsibility across a diverse global supply base. You will take ownership of food safety, ethical due diligence and environmental compliance, while managing and developing an established compliance team click apply for full job details
IT Specialist - Enterprise Data Governance Permanent role London-based (hybrid, 2 days per week in office) Grade 5 We are seeking an experienced IT Specialist Enterprise Data Governance to lead and advance our organisation's data governance capability. This is a senior level role responsible for shaping the frameworks, standards, and practices that ensure the integrity, quality, and security of our enterprise data assets. If you are passionate about data governance, enjoy working cross-functionally, and want to influence strategy at a regional or global level, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role: As a key technical expert within Data & Analytics, you will: Develop, implement, and maintain enterprise data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures Ensure governance standards align with organisational strategy and IT priorities Support and guide Data Owners and Data Stewards in fulfilling their responsibilities Define and maintain the enterprise data dictionary and metadata management standards Lead data quality initiatives, audits, and governance forums Drive continuous improvement in data integrity, security, and compliance Promote a strong culture of data literacy and accountability across the organisation Provide expert guidance on large-scale, cross-functional technical initiatives Develop technical standards, best practices, and documentation to support scalability and innovation This role plays a central part in embedding sustainable data governance practices and ensuring that enterprise data remains a strategic asset. What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Computer Science, or related field Experience in data governance at managerial level Strong expertise in data governance frameworks, standards, and data management processes Experience with data governance and metadata tools (SAP desirable; Purview and Information Steward advantageous) Proven ability to build and maintain data catalogues and metadata frameworks Experience leading data audits, reviews, and remediation initiatives Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences Experience within the food & beverage sector (desirable) Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive measurable outcomes Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
IT Specialist - Enterprise Data Governance Permanent role London-based (hybrid, 2 days per week in office) Grade 5 We are seeking an experienced IT Specialist Enterprise Data Governance to lead and advance our organisation's data governance capability. This is a senior level role responsible for shaping the frameworks, standards, and practices that ensure the integrity, quality, and security of our enterprise data assets. If you are passionate about data governance, enjoy working cross-functionally, and want to influence strategy at a regional or global level, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role: As a key technical expert within Data & Analytics, you will: Develop, implement, and maintain enterprise data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures Ensure governance standards align with organisational strategy and IT priorities Support and guide Data Owners and Data Stewards in fulfilling their responsibilities Define and maintain the enterprise data dictionary and metadata management standards Lead data quality initiatives, audits, and governance forums Drive continuous improvement in data integrity, security, and compliance Promote a strong culture of data literacy and accountability across the organisation Provide expert guidance on large-scale, cross-functional technical initiatives Develop technical standards, best practices, and documentation to support scalability and innovation This role plays a central part in embedding sustainable data governance practices and ensuring that enterprise data remains a strategic asset. What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Computer Science, or related field Experience in data governance at managerial level Strong expertise in data governance frameworks, standards, and data management processes Experience with data governance and metadata tools (SAP desirable; Purview and Information Steward advantageous) Proven ability to build and maintain data catalogues and metadata frameworks Experience leading data audits, reviews, and remediation initiatives Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences Experience within the food & beverage sector (desirable) Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive measurable outcomes Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.
Quality Manager 38,000- 42,000 Mon-fri days Private Healthcare Life Assurance Discount Scheme Training and progression opportunities We're looking for a Quality Manager who's ready to take ownership, innovate, and make an immediate impact within a dynamic food manufacturing environment. Ideal for someone with food quality experience and emerging leadership skills who's keen to grow - full training and support provided. Roles/Responsibilities Maintain site Quality Management Systems, ensuring full HACCP compliance and adherence to industry standards Lead audits and inspections; manage and develop a team of Quality Assurance and Senior Quality Assurance staff Deliver hands-on training and upskilling in Food Safety, HACCP and quality best practice across production teams Oversee NCR management, incident investigations and drive timely corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives Act as deputy to the Technical Manager when required; flexible support across shifts to ensure QA presence and production alignment What We're Looking For Experience within food manufacturing quality assurance, with exposure to HACCP and site standards Demonstrated leadership capability or supervisory experience, with potential to step into a people management role Strong communicator and motivator, able to build positive, respectful relationships across production and QA teams Committed and career-focused individual seeking long-term growth HACCP and Food Safety Level 3 Certifications If you are interested in the role or looking for something similar please contact our Managing Consultant Hazel Luna If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors. Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Quality Manager 38,000- 42,000 Mon-fri days Private Healthcare Life Assurance Discount Scheme Training and progression opportunities We're looking for a Quality Manager who's ready to take ownership, innovate, and make an immediate impact within a dynamic food manufacturing environment. Ideal for someone with food quality experience and emerging leadership skills who's keen to grow - full training and support provided. Roles/Responsibilities Maintain site Quality Management Systems, ensuring full HACCP compliance and adherence to industry standards Lead audits and inspections; manage and develop a team of Quality Assurance and Senior Quality Assurance staff Deliver hands-on training and upskilling in Food Safety, HACCP and quality best practice across production teams Oversee NCR management, incident investigations and drive timely corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives Act as deputy to the Technical Manager when required; flexible support across shifts to ensure QA presence and production alignment What We're Looking For Experience within food manufacturing quality assurance, with exposure to HACCP and site standards Demonstrated leadership capability or supervisory experience, with potential to step into a people management role Strong communicator and motivator, able to build positive, respectful relationships across production and QA teams Committed and career-focused individual seeking long-term growth HACCP and Food Safety Level 3 Certifications If you are interested in the role or looking for something similar please contact our Managing Consultant Hazel Luna If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors. Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
We are seeking a confident and forward-thinking Quality Manager to take full ownership of our quality and compliance function. This is a senior role with real influence across the business, responsible for strengthening systems, ensuring regulatory adherence, and embedding a culture where quality is everyone s responsibility. You will act as the central point of authority for all quality, safety, and environmental standards, ensuring our processes not only meet required certifications but consistently exceed expectations. Permanent Starting at 45K DOE Full time , Day Shift , Monday to Friday The Role As Quality Manager, you will: Take strategic control of the company s Quality Management Systems, ensuring ongoing compliance with BRC, ISO 14001 and associated frameworks. Act as the lead contact for all external audits and customer technical visits, managing preparation, responses, and corrective actions. Champion HACCP implementation and ensure food safety controls are robust, effective, and consistently applied. Use data-driven insights to identify performance gaps, implement root cause analysis, and deliver measurable improvements. Partner with production, technical, and commercial teams to align quality objectives with wider business goals. Manage supplier and customer quality relationships to support operational efficiency and protect commercial performance. Develop internal capability by coaching and training teams on compliance, standards, and best practice. Provide clear reporting to senior leadership on risk, compliance status, performance trends, and improvement initiatives. What We re Looking For We re interested in candidates who combine technical expertise with strong leadership presence. Strong practical knowledge of HACCP and experience maintaining audit-ready standards. Proven experience managing BRC accreditation and environmental standards such as ISO 14001. Confidence leading audits, managing non-conformances, and implementing corrective action plans. A methodical, solutions-focused approach with excellent attention to detail. Relevant industry qualifications (desirable but not essential with strong experience). MARWEEK1EW Integra people is an equal opportunities employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants and comply with the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974. Applicants will be required to disclose any unspent convictions. For positions exempt from the Act, spent convictions may also need to be disclosed.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a confident and forward-thinking Quality Manager to take full ownership of our quality and compliance function. This is a senior role with real influence across the business, responsible for strengthening systems, ensuring regulatory adherence, and embedding a culture where quality is everyone s responsibility. You will act as the central point of authority for all quality, safety, and environmental standards, ensuring our processes not only meet required certifications but consistently exceed expectations. Permanent Starting at 45K DOE Full time , Day Shift , Monday to Friday The Role As Quality Manager, you will: Take strategic control of the company s Quality Management Systems, ensuring ongoing compliance with BRC, ISO 14001 and associated frameworks. Act as the lead contact for all external audits and customer technical visits, managing preparation, responses, and corrective actions. Champion HACCP implementation and ensure food safety controls are robust, effective, and consistently applied. Use data-driven insights to identify performance gaps, implement root cause analysis, and deliver measurable improvements. Partner with production, technical, and commercial teams to align quality objectives with wider business goals. Manage supplier and customer quality relationships to support operational efficiency and protect commercial performance. Develop internal capability by coaching and training teams on compliance, standards, and best practice. Provide clear reporting to senior leadership on risk, compliance status, performance trends, and improvement initiatives. What We re Looking For We re interested in candidates who combine technical expertise with strong leadership presence. Strong practical knowledge of HACCP and experience maintaining audit-ready standards. Proven experience managing BRC accreditation and environmental standards such as ISO 14001. Confidence leading audits, managing non-conformances, and implementing corrective action plans. A methodical, solutions-focused approach with excellent attention to detail. Relevant industry qualifications (desirable but not essential with strong experience). MARWEEK1EW Integra people is an equal opportunities employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants and comply with the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974. Applicants will be required to disclose any unspent convictions. For positions exempt from the Act, spent convictions may also need to be disclosed.
Job Title: Senior Artwork Technical Manager Salary: £Highly Competitive basic plus car allowance This position has now been filled, but has been left on our website as we have other similar vacancies to this on an ongoing basis that might interest you. More importantly, we have vacancies that are not advertised due to their confidential nature therefore it would certainly be in your interest to email your CV, as a word document, depending on which sector you are in, to Board level, account management and all levels of sales vacancies - Our divisional heads will then email your CV internally to the consultant who specializes in your exact sector, for example a category of packaging is cartons, a category of print is print management, in fact we have over 30 specialist categories. Our specialist consultant will contact you if we have a live vacancy that matches, or contact you in the near future as soon a good match to skill set and experience becomes available. An iconic FMCG, which is home to some of the most loved brands in Britain, has a key opening within its in-house packaging division. This exciting new role of Lead Print Production Manager will be key in resetting the artwork systems, end to end processes and upskilling of the entire team to step change the quality of artwork output! You will be expected to initially work with all team members to summarize where interventions are required (Tools, Processes and People), and then lead a continuous improvement drive to implement agreed changes that significant impact the quality and consistency of our artworks across all UK brands. What will be your key results? Work with key partners and external experts to identify interventions vital to step change the company's approach to artwork creation, development and qualification. Build strategy relationships with key suppliers, sharing and build technical expertise and aligned approaches to artwork qualification on press. Lead a continuous improvement drive to implement agreed changes end-to-end that significantly impact quality and consistency of artwork output. Roll out training to the organization to upskill all functions. Ongoing responsibilities will then include: Complete management of the UK artwork portfolio to deliver artworks on time, on cost and to agree quality expectations. Make priority calls when business demand outstrips system capacity. Offer continuous guidance and retraining to ensure compliance to the new artwork development processes at creation, translate and print phases. Identify and directly manage technically difficult or strategically important artwork development programs end-to-end. Attend 1st print trials and ensure printer accountability is clearly defined. Provide technical insight during print issue investigation and root cause. Coordinate with our partners to ensure root cause takeaways are fed into the Print Quality program for every printer. What do you need for this role? To be successful you will be a strong organizer, someone who takes personal accountability for projects and can challenge with positive intent! Crucial Qualified by: Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Graphic Design or Print technology fields Recent PPM experience with Flexo and Gravure printing, preferably within the food industry Proficient to expert in Pre-press and Print techniques and process (e.g., Flexo, Litho, Gravure, Colour separation, rotation, trapping, bleeding, stepping, file resolution, etc) Good understanding of effective Print, Photo Studio, and/or Digital production processes, roles, tools (digital and conventional) and workflow practices and trends. Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning). Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organisation, as well as, internal and external clients. Ability to communicate effectively & work within a team in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Ability to work with and influence peers and management Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting Strong organisational and planning skills, able to see big picture business objectives as well as the intricate priorities that are needed to run the portfolio Strong understanding of brand design equity elements and guardrail metrics Preferred Demonstrable experience in a printing or Print manager role Understanding of Packaging technology substrates is preferable: Flexibles, Paper and Board and Corrugated board Proven track record of project / programme leadership This role will require periodic travel to Printers within the UK & EU for print trials We ask that you only apply for any of our vacancies if you are resident in the UK and you work / have recently worked in the print, packaging or paper sectors. We prefer MS Word format (.doc or .docx)
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Artwork Technical Manager Salary: £Highly Competitive basic plus car allowance This position has now been filled, but has been left on our website as we have other similar vacancies to this on an ongoing basis that might interest you. More importantly, we have vacancies that are not advertised due to their confidential nature therefore it would certainly be in your interest to email your CV, as a word document, depending on which sector you are in, to Board level, account management and all levels of sales vacancies - Our divisional heads will then email your CV internally to the consultant who specializes in your exact sector, for example a category of packaging is cartons, a category of print is print management, in fact we have over 30 specialist categories. Our specialist consultant will contact you if we have a live vacancy that matches, or contact you in the near future as soon a good match to skill set and experience becomes available. An iconic FMCG, which is home to some of the most loved brands in Britain, has a key opening within its in-house packaging division. This exciting new role of Lead Print Production Manager will be key in resetting the artwork systems, end to end processes and upskilling of the entire team to step change the quality of artwork output! You will be expected to initially work with all team members to summarize where interventions are required (Tools, Processes and People), and then lead a continuous improvement drive to implement agreed changes that significant impact the quality and consistency of our artworks across all UK brands. What will be your key results? Work with key partners and external experts to identify interventions vital to step change the company's approach to artwork creation, development and qualification. Build strategy relationships with key suppliers, sharing and build technical expertise and aligned approaches to artwork qualification on press. Lead a continuous improvement drive to implement agreed changes end-to-end that significantly impact quality and consistency of artwork output. Roll out training to the organization to upskill all functions. Ongoing responsibilities will then include: Complete management of the UK artwork portfolio to deliver artworks on time, on cost and to agree quality expectations. Make priority calls when business demand outstrips system capacity. Offer continuous guidance and retraining to ensure compliance to the new artwork development processes at creation, translate and print phases. Identify and directly manage technically difficult or strategically important artwork development programs end-to-end. Attend 1st print trials and ensure printer accountability is clearly defined. Provide technical insight during print issue investigation and root cause. Coordinate with our partners to ensure root cause takeaways are fed into the Print Quality program for every printer. What do you need for this role? To be successful you will be a strong organizer, someone who takes personal accountability for projects and can challenge with positive intent! Crucial Qualified by: Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Graphic Design or Print technology fields Recent PPM experience with Flexo and Gravure printing, preferably within the food industry Proficient to expert in Pre-press and Print techniques and process (e.g., Flexo, Litho, Gravure, Colour separation, rotation, trapping, bleeding, stepping, file resolution, etc) Good understanding of effective Print, Photo Studio, and/or Digital production processes, roles, tools (digital and conventional) and workflow practices and trends. Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning). Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organisation, as well as, internal and external clients. Ability to communicate effectively & work within a team in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Ability to work with and influence peers and management Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting Strong organisational and planning skills, able to see big picture business objectives as well as the intricate priorities that are needed to run the portfolio Strong understanding of brand design equity elements and guardrail metrics Preferred Demonstrable experience in a printing or Print manager role Understanding of Packaging technology substrates is preferable: Flexibles, Paper and Board and Corrugated board Proven track record of project / programme leadership This role will require periodic travel to Printers within the UK & EU for print trials We ask that you only apply for any of our vacancies if you are resident in the UK and you work / have recently worked in the print, packaging or paper sectors. We prefer MS Word format (.doc or .docx)
Technical Sales Team Leader Warehouse Loading Bay Systems Job Title: Technical Sales Team Leader Warehouse Loading Bay Systems Industry Sector: Warehousing, 3PL, Industrial, Food & Beverage, Distribution Centres, Retail, Safety, Logistics, Industrial Door Installers, Loading Bay Installers, Distribution, End Users, Retailers and Health & Safety, Technical Sales, Sales Manager, Senior Sales Referen click apply for full job details
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Technical Sales Team Leader Warehouse Loading Bay Systems Job Title: Technical Sales Team Leader Warehouse Loading Bay Systems Industry Sector: Warehousing, 3PL, Industrial, Food & Beverage, Distribution Centres, Retail, Safety, Logistics, Industrial Door Installers, Loading Bay Installers, Distribution, End Users, Retailers and Health & Safety, Technical Sales, Sales Manager, Senior Sales Referen click apply for full job details
Are you a passionate food safety and quality professional looking for a senior leadership role in an ambitious, fast-paced food manufacturing business? This is your chance to lead the technical function and shape the culture in a business that values food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. This is more than just a technical role - you'll be the face of the department, promoting a food safety and quality-conscious culture while working closely with your peers in the senior team. You'll lead, inspire, and support your team, manage relationships, and champion continuous improvement across all areas of the business. No two days are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Technical Department, establishing and maintaining food safety, quality, and compliance standards. Develop and deliver the strategy for all technical functions, supporting KPIs, process improvements, and system enhancements. Promote and embed a proactive food safety and quality culture throughout the organisation. Manage the Quality Management System (QMS), BRC and other third-party accreditations, internal audits, investigations, and CAPAs. Conduct Food Safety and HACCP meetings, manage pre-requisites for audits, and maintain awareness of legislation. Act as the main technical interface for customers and suppliers, providing advice, resolving complaints, and ensuring requirements are met. Support cross-functional teams (Operations, Commercial, Supply Chain) to meet compliance and quality standards. Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including Total Quality Management practices and reducing non-quality costs. About You - Experience & Skills: Essential: Significant experience in a senior food safety or quality leadership role within food manufacturing, ideally in a technical management capacity. Deep understanding of food safety legislation, compliance requirements, and industry standards across the UK and EU. Skilled in knowledge of emerging food safety practices, supply chain compliance, and risk management. Commercially aware with the ability to influence decision-making at a senior level. Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline, with advanced HACCP knowledge (Level 4+). Strong leadership experience, with a proven ability to develop, motivate, and support high-performing teams. If this opportunity aligns with your experience and ambitions, we would welcome a confidential discussion to explore the role further. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Are you a passionate food safety and quality professional looking for a senior leadership role in an ambitious, fast-paced food manufacturing business? This is your chance to lead the technical function and shape the culture in a business that values food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. This is more than just a technical role - you'll be the face of the department, promoting a food safety and quality-conscious culture while working closely with your peers in the senior team. You'll lead, inspire, and support your team, manage relationships, and champion continuous improvement across all areas of the business. No two days are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Technical Department, establishing and maintaining food safety, quality, and compliance standards. Develop and deliver the strategy for all technical functions, supporting KPIs, process improvements, and system enhancements. Promote and embed a proactive food safety and quality culture throughout the organisation. Manage the Quality Management System (QMS), BRC and other third-party accreditations, internal audits, investigations, and CAPAs. Conduct Food Safety and HACCP meetings, manage pre-requisites for audits, and maintain awareness of legislation. Act as the main technical interface for customers and suppliers, providing advice, resolving complaints, and ensuring requirements are met. Support cross-functional teams (Operations, Commercial, Supply Chain) to meet compliance and quality standards. Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including Total Quality Management practices and reducing non-quality costs. About You - Experience & Skills: Essential: Significant experience in a senior food safety or quality leadership role within food manufacturing, ideally in a technical management capacity. Deep understanding of food safety legislation, compliance requirements, and industry standards across the UK and EU. Skilled in knowledge of emerging food safety practices, supply chain compliance, and risk management. Commercially aware with the ability to influence decision-making at a senior level. Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline, with advanced HACCP knowledge (Level 4+). Strong leadership experience, with a proven ability to develop, motivate, and support high-performing teams. If this opportunity aligns with your experience and ambitions, we would welcome a confidential discussion to explore the role further. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Quality Systems Manager Food Manufacturing Greater Manchester £48,000 £50,000 + 10% matched pension Let me guess. You re good at what you do. You know chilled. You understand short shelf life. You ve rewritten HACCP more times than you care to admit. But you re stuck. Stuck in retailer red tape. Stuck fighting Production instead of partnering with them. Stuck maintaining a system instead of improving one. This isn t that. This is a site that s brought in one of the sharpest Senior Technical Managers in the industry. They ve restructured properly. They ve reset expectations. They ve already rewritten HACCP and tightened up the QMS. Now they need someone to take ownership of it. Not to rip it apart. Not to revolutionise everything. But to evolve it. Sharpen it. Raise the bar. It s close to a blank canvas - but with a competent team in place. No firefighting culture. No Technical vs Production nonsense. Just grown-up collaboration. What s in it for you? Freedom. Real autonomy to implement ideas without being strangled by retailer governance. Progression. There s a genuine pathways to Technical Management as well as Group Technical here. Not lip service. A clear route. And your manager? Supportive. Driven. Commercially sharp. Actually available. The kind of person you d choose to work for. What do you need? Experience as a Quality Systems Manager or Technical Services Manager in chilled, short shelf-life manufacturing. A hands-on mindset. If you prefer a desk to the factory, this isn t your role. You ll be on the factory floor. In conversations. Setting standards. Showing people what good looks like. If you re ready for more influence, without the politics, apply below and let s have a confidential chat.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Quality Systems Manager Food Manufacturing Greater Manchester £48,000 £50,000 + 10% matched pension Let me guess. You re good at what you do. You know chilled. You understand short shelf life. You ve rewritten HACCP more times than you care to admit. But you re stuck. Stuck in retailer red tape. Stuck fighting Production instead of partnering with them. Stuck maintaining a system instead of improving one. This isn t that. This is a site that s brought in one of the sharpest Senior Technical Managers in the industry. They ve restructured properly. They ve reset expectations. They ve already rewritten HACCP and tightened up the QMS. Now they need someone to take ownership of it. Not to rip it apart. Not to revolutionise everything. But to evolve it. Sharpen it. Raise the bar. It s close to a blank canvas - but with a competent team in place. No firefighting culture. No Technical vs Production nonsense. Just grown-up collaboration. What s in it for you? Freedom. Real autonomy to implement ideas without being strangled by retailer governance. Progression. There s a genuine pathways to Technical Management as well as Group Technical here. Not lip service. A clear route. And your manager? Supportive. Driven. Commercially sharp. Actually available. The kind of person you d choose to work for. What do you need? Experience as a Quality Systems Manager or Technical Services Manager in chilled, short shelf-life manufacturing. A hands-on mindset. If you prefer a desk to the factory, this isn t your role. You ll be on the factory floor. In conversations. Setting standards. Showing people what good looks like. If you re ready for more influence, without the politics, apply below and let s have a confidential chat.
Petit Forestier UK Limited
Birmingham, Staffordshire
Health & Safety Business Partner page is loaded Health & Safety Business Partnerlocations: PETIT FORESTIER UK BIRMINGHAM H.O.time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R19814 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Depot Network Site Audits, Inspections & Compliance Risk Assessments & Safe Systems of Work Incident & Accident Management Training, Coaching & Safety Awareness Documentation, Reporting & Systems Committee & Stakeholder Engagement Act as the competent person for Health & Safety across all depots. Partner with depot and operational managers to embed a strong safety culture and accountability. Monitor and enforce compliance with internal H&S policies, standards and statutory regulations. Lead Health & Safety projects and improvement initiatives across the network. Conduct regular depot audits and safety inspections, identifying hazards and driving corrective actions. Ensure business compliance with Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, H&S Regulations, PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, RIDDOR, DSEAR, Irish Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 Review workshop, yard, fleet and facility safety standards. Manage contractor and visitor safety compliance across sites. Lead and review risk assessments for workshops, equipment, chemicals, lifting equipment, and transport activities. Develop, implement and update safe working procedures for hazardous tasks. Monitor completion of actions arising from risk assessments. Lead investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses. Produce detailed reports with root cause analysis and preventative recommendations. Ensure RIDDOR (UK) and HSA (Ireland) reporting requirements are met. Deliver Health & Safety training, toolbox talks and practical assessments to employees and managers. Organise and monitor third-party H&S training. Maintain oversight of training records and refresher requirements. Act as a point of contact for safety concerns and guidance. Maintain accurate records of inspections, risk assessments, incidents, training and contractor documentation. Prepare Health & Safety performance reports for senior management. Ensure safety documentation is accessible, up to date and audit-ready. Utilise digital Health & Safety systems to track compliance and actions. Participate in Health & Safety Committee meetings and operational meetings. Provide technical advice and recommendations to senior leaders. Represent the business during HSE / HSA inspections and external audits. SUCCESS CRITERIA Reduction in accidents, incidents and near misses across the depot network. 100% completion of scheduled audits and inspections. All statutory reporting completed within legal timescales. Risk assessment actions completed within agreed timeframes. Positive audit outcomes from internal and external inspections. Training compliance maintained across all depots. CANDIDATE PROFILE Essential NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent Level 6) GradIOSH or CMIOSH (or actively working towards Chartered status) Full UK Driving Licence Minimum 5 years' experience in a Health & Safety role within: + Transport, fleet, logistics, engineering or workshop environments + Multi-site operational businesses Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and Irish H&S legislation. Extensive experience conducting audits, risk assessments and accident investigations. Experience influencing operational managers and senior stakeholders. Experience delivering H&S training and promoting safety culture. Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital H&S management systems. Desirable NEBOSH Fire Safety / Environmental qualification (or IEMA) Accident investigation qualification Experience with Safety Culture or similar digital H&S platforms First Aid / Fire Marshal certification Knowledge of fleet compliance and yard management risksPetit Forestier Group, a family business for over 117 years, brings together 5,900 talents in more than 24 countries around a common mission: "Together, let's improve quality of life through mastering Cold." By preserving food, medical products and other sensitive goods essential to our lives, we offer everyone a meaningful career.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Health & Safety Business Partner page is loaded Health & Safety Business Partnerlocations: PETIT FORESTIER UK BIRMINGHAM H.O.time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R19814 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Depot Network Site Audits, Inspections & Compliance Risk Assessments & Safe Systems of Work Incident & Accident Management Training, Coaching & Safety Awareness Documentation, Reporting & Systems Committee & Stakeholder Engagement Act as the competent person for Health & Safety across all depots. Partner with depot and operational managers to embed a strong safety culture and accountability. Monitor and enforce compliance with internal H&S policies, standards and statutory regulations. Lead Health & Safety projects and improvement initiatives across the network. Conduct regular depot audits and safety inspections, identifying hazards and driving corrective actions. Ensure business compliance with Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, H&S Regulations, PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, RIDDOR, DSEAR, Irish Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 Review workshop, yard, fleet and facility safety standards. Manage contractor and visitor safety compliance across sites. Lead and review risk assessments for workshops, equipment, chemicals, lifting equipment, and transport activities. Develop, implement and update safe working procedures for hazardous tasks. Monitor completion of actions arising from risk assessments. Lead investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses. Produce detailed reports with root cause analysis and preventative recommendations. Ensure RIDDOR (UK) and HSA (Ireland) reporting requirements are met. Deliver Health & Safety training, toolbox talks and practical assessments to employees and managers. Organise and monitor third-party H&S training. Maintain oversight of training records and refresher requirements. Act as a point of contact for safety concerns and guidance. Maintain accurate records of inspections, risk assessments, incidents, training and contractor documentation. Prepare Health & Safety performance reports for senior management. Ensure safety documentation is accessible, up to date and audit-ready. Utilise digital Health & Safety systems to track compliance and actions. Participate in Health & Safety Committee meetings and operational meetings. Provide technical advice and recommendations to senior leaders. Represent the business during HSE / HSA inspections and external audits. SUCCESS CRITERIA Reduction in accidents, incidents and near misses across the depot network. 100% completion of scheduled audits and inspections. All statutory reporting completed within legal timescales. Risk assessment actions completed within agreed timeframes. Positive audit outcomes from internal and external inspections. Training compliance maintained across all depots. CANDIDATE PROFILE Essential NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent Level 6) GradIOSH or CMIOSH (or actively working towards Chartered status) Full UK Driving Licence Minimum 5 years' experience in a Health & Safety role within: + Transport, fleet, logistics, engineering or workshop environments + Multi-site operational businesses Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and Irish H&S legislation. Extensive experience conducting audits, risk assessments and accident investigations. Experience influencing operational managers and senior stakeholders. Experience delivering H&S training and promoting safety culture. Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital H&S management systems. Desirable NEBOSH Fire Safety / Environmental qualification (or IEMA) Accident investigation qualification Experience with Safety Culture or similar digital H&S platforms First Aid / Fire Marshal certification Knowledge of fleet compliance and yard management risksPetit Forestier Group, a family business for over 117 years, brings together 5,900 talents in more than 24 countries around a common mission: "Together, let's improve quality of life through mastering Cold." By preserving food, medical products and other sensitive goods essential to our lives, we offer everyone a meaningful career.
We are working with a fast-paced entrepreneurial led company with over 25 years experience in manufacturing and supplying both ambient food and non-food consumer goods to retailers in the UK, South Africa & Australia. Offices are based in Christchurch, (Dorset), Hong Kong and Cape Town and they currently manufacture in both the UK and China. Due to business grows they are looking to strengthen the ambient food technical team with an experienced ambient food technical expert who has a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, experience in customer and ambient food manufacturing facing roles and has a solution driven approach. The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and deep knowledge of ambient food standards. Job Description As a senior ambient food technical & quality manager you will oversee ambient food safety, quality, and legal compliance, and implement a robust Quality Management System (QMS). You will be expected to drive continuous improvement, handle customer audits, and together with regulatory experts ensure product legality for all ambient food products. You will function as a key link between production, customers, and internal stakeholders. You will provide technical guidance during the NPD process and will lead on any incident management requirements. The role is based in the UK, ideally office based in Christchurch but hybrid/remote working will be considered. There is an expectation that the role requires travel within the UK to retail customers and manufacturing sites, (once or twice per month) and travel to China to manufacturing sites, (once or twice per year). There may also be travel to customers in South Africa. Key Responsibilities for the Food Technical & Quality Manager: Technical Leadership: Execute a technical strategy, promote a strong ambient food safety culture, and function as a senior company representative. Quality & Safety Systems: Maintain, and improve an ambient food QMS, ensuring customer & legal compliance. Auditing & Compliance: Manage internal/external audits (customers, regulatory bodies), ensuring exacting standards and ensuring manufacturing sites implement and close out corrective actions. Customer Liaison: Serve as a primary technical contact for major customers, advising on technical aspects of NPD and innovation, managing complaints, ensuring alignment, and fostering strong relationships. Technical Guidance: Provide expert advice on product labelling, innovative technologies, product development, and process improvements. Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with New Product Development (NPD), production, and commercial team members to ensure ambient food safety and quality are integrated into all process changes and new product launches. Operational Integrity: Ensure all products meet customer specifications, legal requirements, and ambient food safety legislation. Incident Management: Lead investigations into any major incidents, serious complaints and/or recalls, conduct root cause analysis, and ensure manufacturing sites implement preventative measures. Reporting: Monitor and report technical performance, driving KPIs and continuous improvement. Supplier Management: Approve and manage suppliers based on risk. Key Requirements & Attributes for the Food Technical & Quality Manager: Education: Degree in Food Science or related field (essential). Knowledge: Deep understanding of HACCP, UK/EU Ambient Food law, GMP and Quality Management Systems. Experience: Proven senior role in ambient food manufacturing, FMCG, with auditing experience. Usually 5 6+ years in a senior technical or quality management role within the ambient food manufacturing industry, ideally with experience of collaborating with major retailers. Soft Skills: Decisive leadership, and the capacity to communicate complex technical data to non-technical stakeholders. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities. Logical, assertive, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Desirable Requirements & Attributes for Food Technical & Quality Manager: Project management and coaching skills. Experience with specific customer standards (M&S, Tesco, ASDA). Experience with specific customer specification & compliance databases (M&S, Tesco, ASDA) Specialised knowledge with Food Vitamins & Supplements HACCP Level 4 or Advanced Diploma in Applied HACCP Principles. Lead Auditor qualification (e.G., BRCGS Lead Auditor). Level 4 Ambient Food Safety certification. Salary £60,000 - £70,000 per annum Remote / Hybrid available with travel as needed to Christchurch, Nottingham and London
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
We are working with a fast-paced entrepreneurial led company with over 25 years experience in manufacturing and supplying both ambient food and non-food consumer goods to retailers in the UK, South Africa & Australia. Offices are based in Christchurch, (Dorset), Hong Kong and Cape Town and they currently manufacture in both the UK and China. Due to business grows they are looking to strengthen the ambient food technical team with an experienced ambient food technical expert who has a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, experience in customer and ambient food manufacturing facing roles and has a solution driven approach. The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and deep knowledge of ambient food standards. Job Description As a senior ambient food technical & quality manager you will oversee ambient food safety, quality, and legal compliance, and implement a robust Quality Management System (QMS). You will be expected to drive continuous improvement, handle customer audits, and together with regulatory experts ensure product legality for all ambient food products. You will function as a key link between production, customers, and internal stakeholders. You will provide technical guidance during the NPD process and will lead on any incident management requirements. The role is based in the UK, ideally office based in Christchurch but hybrid/remote working will be considered. There is an expectation that the role requires travel within the UK to retail customers and manufacturing sites, (once or twice per month) and travel to China to manufacturing sites, (once or twice per year). There may also be travel to customers in South Africa. Key Responsibilities for the Food Technical & Quality Manager: Technical Leadership: Execute a technical strategy, promote a strong ambient food safety culture, and function as a senior company representative. Quality & Safety Systems: Maintain, and improve an ambient food QMS, ensuring customer & legal compliance. Auditing & Compliance: Manage internal/external audits (customers, regulatory bodies), ensuring exacting standards and ensuring manufacturing sites implement and close out corrective actions. Customer Liaison: Serve as a primary technical contact for major customers, advising on technical aspects of NPD and innovation, managing complaints, ensuring alignment, and fostering strong relationships. Technical Guidance: Provide expert advice on product labelling, innovative technologies, product development, and process improvements. Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with New Product Development (NPD), production, and commercial team members to ensure ambient food safety and quality are integrated into all process changes and new product launches. Operational Integrity: Ensure all products meet customer specifications, legal requirements, and ambient food safety legislation. Incident Management: Lead investigations into any major incidents, serious complaints and/or recalls, conduct root cause analysis, and ensure manufacturing sites implement preventative measures. Reporting: Monitor and report technical performance, driving KPIs and continuous improvement. Supplier Management: Approve and manage suppliers based on risk. Key Requirements & Attributes for the Food Technical & Quality Manager: Education: Degree in Food Science or related field (essential). Knowledge: Deep understanding of HACCP, UK/EU Ambient Food law, GMP and Quality Management Systems. Experience: Proven senior role in ambient food manufacturing, FMCG, with auditing experience. Usually 5 6+ years in a senior technical or quality management role within the ambient food manufacturing industry, ideally with experience of collaborating with major retailers. Soft Skills: Decisive leadership, and the capacity to communicate complex technical data to non-technical stakeholders. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities. Logical, assertive, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Desirable Requirements & Attributes for Food Technical & Quality Manager: Project management and coaching skills. Experience with specific customer standards (M&S, Tesco, ASDA). Experience with specific customer specification & compliance databases (M&S, Tesco, ASDA) Specialised knowledge with Food Vitamins & Supplements HACCP Level 4 or Advanced Diploma in Applied HACCP Principles. Lead Auditor qualification (e.G., BRCGS Lead Auditor). Level 4 Ambient Food Safety certification. Salary £60,000 - £70,000 per annum Remote / Hybrid available with travel as needed to Christchurch, Nottingham and London
Overview An established and high-volume food manufacturing site is seeking an experienced Hygiene Manager to lead and develop the site hygiene function. Reporting into the Technical / Site Leadership team, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all hygiene operations meet food safety, legal and customer standards within a fast-paced poultry processing environment. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong knowledge of environmental hygiene, microbiological control, audit standards and team management. The Hygiene Manager will play a critical role in maintaining audit readiness, driving continuous improvement and embedding a strong food safety culture across the site. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop the hygiene team, including supervisors and operatives across all shifts. Oversee daily, weekly and periodic cleaning schedules across high-risk, low-risk and external areas. Ensure hygiene standards meet BRCGS, retailer codes of practice and legislative requirements. Manage and verify cleaning validation and verification activities, including environmental swabbing and trend analysis. Review and approve cleaning chemicals, COSHH assessments and safe systems of work. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve hygiene efficiency, reduce downtime and minimise risk. Prepare for and lead hygiene elements of internal and external audits. Investigate hygiene-related non-conformances, customer complaints and microbiological failures, ensuring robust root cause analysis and corrective actions. Manage hygiene budgets, chemical usage and contractor performance where applicable. Support wider food safety initiatives including pest control oversight and site GMP standards. Candidate Profile Proven experience in a Hygiene Manager or senior hygiene leadership role within food manufacturing. Strong understanding of BRCGS standards, retailer expectations and environmental monitoring programmes. Experience managing large teams in a fast-paced, multi-shift operation. Knowledge of microbiology, cleaning validation, allergen control and hygienic design principles. Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. Confident handling audits and engaging with external auditors and customers. IOSH / NEBOSH or relevant Health & Safety qualification desirable. Food Safety or HACCP qualification (Level 3 or above) preferred. Next Steps If you are an experienced hygiene professional looking to take ownership of a critical function within a dynamic manufacturing environment, apply directly or get in contact with the details below.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Overview An established and high-volume food manufacturing site is seeking an experienced Hygiene Manager to lead and develop the site hygiene function. Reporting into the Technical / Site Leadership team, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all hygiene operations meet food safety, legal and customer standards within a fast-paced poultry processing environment. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong knowledge of environmental hygiene, microbiological control, audit standards and team management. The Hygiene Manager will play a critical role in maintaining audit readiness, driving continuous improvement and embedding a strong food safety culture across the site. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop the hygiene team, including supervisors and operatives across all shifts. Oversee daily, weekly and periodic cleaning schedules across high-risk, low-risk and external areas. Ensure hygiene standards meet BRCGS, retailer codes of practice and legislative requirements. Manage and verify cleaning validation and verification activities, including environmental swabbing and trend analysis. Review and approve cleaning chemicals, COSHH assessments and safe systems of work. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve hygiene efficiency, reduce downtime and minimise risk. Prepare for and lead hygiene elements of internal and external audits. Investigate hygiene-related non-conformances, customer complaints and microbiological failures, ensuring robust root cause analysis and corrective actions. Manage hygiene budgets, chemical usage and contractor performance where applicable. Support wider food safety initiatives including pest control oversight and site GMP standards. Candidate Profile Proven experience in a Hygiene Manager or senior hygiene leadership role within food manufacturing. Strong understanding of BRCGS standards, retailer expectations and environmental monitoring programmes. Experience managing large teams in a fast-paced, multi-shift operation. Knowledge of microbiology, cleaning validation, allergen control and hygienic design principles. Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. Confident handling audits and engaging with external auditors and customers. IOSH / NEBOSH or relevant Health & Safety qualification desirable. Food Safety or HACCP qualification (Level 3 or above) preferred. Next Steps If you are an experienced hygiene professional looking to take ownership of a critical function within a dynamic manufacturing environment, apply directly or get in contact with the details below.
Principal Process Engineer 60,000 - 70,000 + Relocation Package + Training + Hybrid + Progression Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 Near Bournemouth, Dorset - Commutable from Poole, Ringwood, Verwood, Fordingbridge, Ferndown, Southampton, Lymington, Dorchester Do you have knowledge of the food, chemical or pharmaceutical processing industries? Are you looking for an exciting new senior role within a special purpose machinery manufacturer? Do you want to join an industry leading company who are backed by a wider investment group and known for their first class training & development and excellent retention record? Due to continued growth, my client is looking for a senior process engineer to join the team working out of their state of the art facility near Bournemouth. The successful applicant will be joining an experienced and passionate engineering team and will manage a process engineer as part of their role. You will become a key technical point of contact within the business for everything design, test, development and R&D related and will be reviewing and approving machinery documentation, designs and test plans. This role will offer you the chance to participate in machinery design reviews and engineering meetings ensuring that all products are meeting customer, company and industry standards. For this role food processing, chemical processing or pharmaceutical processing knowledge is essential This is a great opportunity to join an industry leading supplier and manufacturer who have been at the forefront of their industry for over 60 years! They have a strong track record of training and developing their staff into senior members of the team and are looking for more to come on board during this rapid period of expansion. For more information please click apply and contact Patrick Walsh REFERENCE - 4792 - (phone number removed) The Role: Managing a process engineer Reviewing machinery designs and processes A senior figure within the business The Candidate: Experience within pharma, chemicals or food technology Keen to play a vital role within a business A commutable distance to Ringwood or ready to relocate Consultant: Patrick Walsh elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment. Process Engineer Engineering Manager Senior Engineer Senior Manufacturing Engineer LEAN Design Engineer Manager Team Lead Six Sigma CAD Relocation repair service maintenance technician Machinery Special Purpose Ringwood Fordingbridge Verwood Ferndown Totton Salisbury Christchurch Lymington Hampshire Southampton Training Development
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Principal Process Engineer 60,000 - 70,000 + Relocation Package + Training + Hybrid + Progression Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 Near Bournemouth, Dorset - Commutable from Poole, Ringwood, Verwood, Fordingbridge, Ferndown, Southampton, Lymington, Dorchester Do you have knowledge of the food, chemical or pharmaceutical processing industries? Are you looking for an exciting new senior role within a special purpose machinery manufacturer? Do you want to join an industry leading company who are backed by a wider investment group and known for their first class training & development and excellent retention record? Due to continued growth, my client is looking for a senior process engineer to join the team working out of their state of the art facility near Bournemouth. The successful applicant will be joining an experienced and passionate engineering team and will manage a process engineer as part of their role. You will become a key technical point of contact within the business for everything design, test, development and R&D related and will be reviewing and approving machinery documentation, designs and test plans. This role will offer you the chance to participate in machinery design reviews and engineering meetings ensuring that all products are meeting customer, company and industry standards. For this role food processing, chemical processing or pharmaceutical processing knowledge is essential This is a great opportunity to join an industry leading supplier and manufacturer who have been at the forefront of their industry for over 60 years! They have a strong track record of training and developing their staff into senior members of the team and are looking for more to come on board during this rapid period of expansion. For more information please click apply and contact Patrick Walsh REFERENCE - 4792 - (phone number removed) The Role: Managing a process engineer Reviewing machinery designs and processes A senior figure within the business The Candidate: Experience within pharma, chemicals or food technology Keen to play a vital role within a business A commutable distance to Ringwood or ready to relocate Consultant: Patrick Walsh elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment. Process Engineer Engineering Manager Senior Engineer Senior Manufacturing Engineer LEAN Design Engineer Manager Team Lead Six Sigma CAD Relocation repair service maintenance technician Machinery Special Purpose Ringwood Fordingbridge Verwood Ferndown Totton Salisbury Christchurch Lymington Hampshire Southampton Training Development
Head of Technical Full-time Permanent Up to 70,000 Based in Frampton on Severn The Role Reporting to the Site General Manager, the Head of Technical is the guardian of technical excellence, ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, legality, quality, and integrity. Working closely with Production, Operations and Milling teams, you will embed robust technical governance into daily operations - balancing compliance, commercial priorities and artisan craft. Through leadership, continuous improvement and a strong floor presence, you will ensure technical standards are a cultural norm, not a tick-box exercise. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Quality Leadership Own and continuously develop the Food Safety & Product Integrity framework across all sites. Lead and maintain HACCP, including TACCP and VACCP, ensuring risk assessments are robust, current and operationally embedded. Provide expert oversight of allergen management, gluten control, traceability, raw material risk profiling, testing regimes and product verification. Act as the senior authority on food safety and legality, with the autonomy to stop production or dispatch where necessary. Certification & Audit Management Lead technical strategy for BRCGS Food Safety, FEMAS, Organic, Biodynamic and Gluten-Free certification schemes. Act as senior technical representative during third-party audits, customer visits and regulatory inspections. Ensure audit findings drive meaningful improvements rather than reactive compliance. Oversee the Gluten-Free Management Programme, ensuring segregation, validation and verification remain rigorous. Technical Governance Oversee supplier approval, raw material risk assessments and finished product specifications. Approve and technically sign off critical documentation and specifications. Lead investigations into significant food safety or quality incidents, ensuring root cause analysis and preventative actions are robust. Lead the annual Management Review for the Food Safety & Quality Management System. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Partner with Milling and Operations teams to ensure technical standards are integral to daily practice. Support process optimisation, grain performance analysis and product consistency improvement. Provide technical direction for NPD, reformulation and process changes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen product performance and customer confidence. Who We're Looking For A technically strong, commercially aware food manufacturing professional who combines deep food safety expertise with practical, hands-on leadership. You'll be credible on the production floor, comfortable leading audits, and confident making decisions that protect product integrity. You recognise that technical excellence underpins both compliance and premium product performance. Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology or related field. Significant technical leadership experience within food manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety and food safety management systems. Practical HACCP experience, ideally as a leader or chairperson. Experience leading external audits and delivering strong audit outcomes. Hands-on experience in a production environment.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Head of Technical Full-time Permanent Up to 70,000 Based in Frampton on Severn The Role Reporting to the Site General Manager, the Head of Technical is the guardian of technical excellence, ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, legality, quality, and integrity. Working closely with Production, Operations and Milling teams, you will embed robust technical governance into daily operations - balancing compliance, commercial priorities and artisan craft. Through leadership, continuous improvement and a strong floor presence, you will ensure technical standards are a cultural norm, not a tick-box exercise. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Quality Leadership Own and continuously develop the Food Safety & Product Integrity framework across all sites. Lead and maintain HACCP, including TACCP and VACCP, ensuring risk assessments are robust, current and operationally embedded. Provide expert oversight of allergen management, gluten control, traceability, raw material risk profiling, testing regimes and product verification. Act as the senior authority on food safety and legality, with the autonomy to stop production or dispatch where necessary. Certification & Audit Management Lead technical strategy for BRCGS Food Safety, FEMAS, Organic, Biodynamic and Gluten-Free certification schemes. Act as senior technical representative during third-party audits, customer visits and regulatory inspections. Ensure audit findings drive meaningful improvements rather than reactive compliance. Oversee the Gluten-Free Management Programme, ensuring segregation, validation and verification remain rigorous. Technical Governance Oversee supplier approval, raw material risk assessments and finished product specifications. Approve and technically sign off critical documentation and specifications. Lead investigations into significant food safety or quality incidents, ensuring root cause analysis and preventative actions are robust. Lead the annual Management Review for the Food Safety & Quality Management System. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Partner with Milling and Operations teams to ensure technical standards are integral to daily practice. Support process optimisation, grain performance analysis and product consistency improvement. Provide technical direction for NPD, reformulation and process changes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen product performance and customer confidence. Who We're Looking For A technically strong, commercially aware food manufacturing professional who combines deep food safety expertise with practical, hands-on leadership. You'll be credible on the production floor, comfortable leading audits, and confident making decisions that protect product integrity. You recognise that technical excellence underpins both compliance and premium product performance. Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology or related field. Significant technical leadership experience within food manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety and food safety management systems. Practical HACCP experience, ideally as a leader or chairperson. Experience leading external audits and delivering strong audit outcomes. Hands-on experience in a production environment.
Senior Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Location: Waltham Abbey, Essex Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday Day Shift (40 hours per week, with occasional overtime) Pin Point Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established UK manufacturer within the chemical and detergent sector. Operating from a modern, purpose-built facility, the business manufactures approximately 60 tonnes of detergent per day, which is subsequently bottled and supplied to wholesalers across the UK, including a wide range of bleach and cleaning products. Due to continued growth and increasing automation, the company is now seeking a Senior Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer. This is a key, hands-on role with a clear progression path toward Engineering Manager as the engineering team expands. This position goes beyond day-to-day maintenance. The successful candidate will play a strategic role in improving equipment reliability, analysing machinery performance, and supporting the long-term development of the site. You will take ownership of production equipment, mentor a Junior Engineer, and contribute to production layout design, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Maintenance, Diagnostics & Reliability Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance on production and packaging equipment, including mixing vessels, pumps, motors, conveyors, fillers, and bottling lines. Analyse equipment performance to identify root causes of breakdowns and inefficiencies. Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime. Fault-find electrical systems including motors, sensors, relays, contactors, control panels, and VFDs. Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams. Safely isolate, test, and reinstate electrical systems in line with UK regulations. Automation, Process Improvement & Engineering Analysis Identify opportunities to improve machine performance, reliability, safety, and efficiency. Understand where machines are underperforming and implement solutions to improve throughput and consistency. Support automation of manual or semi-automated processes. Carry out basic PLC fault-finding or modifications and liaise with external specialists when required. Install and commission instrumentation such as level sensors, flow meters, pressure switches, and safety devices. Leadership, Projects & Layout Design Provide day-to-day technical support and mentoring to a Junior Engineer. Act as a senior technical presence on site with a hands-on approach. Support and contribute to factory layout planning, understanding production flow and optimal machine positioning. Specify, source, install, and commission new production equipment to increase capacity. Work closely with suppliers, contractors, and service engineers on projects and upgrades. Progress toward a hands-on Engineering Manager role as the team grows. Health, Safety & Compliance Work in full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and company policies. Follow safe systems of work, risk assessments, and lock-off procedures. Support compliance with PUWER and other relevant manufacturing regulations. Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and others at all times. Documentation & Planning Accurately record maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and improvements. Assist with maintenance planning to reduce disruption to production. Manage spare parts and consumables in a cost-effective manner. Skills, Qualifications & Experience Essential Engineering qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or similar) or strong equivalent experience. Significant experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment. Strong mechanical background with solid electrical fault-finding capability. Experience working with pumps, motors, control panels, sensors, and production machinery. Proven ability to analyse equipment issues and improve machine performance. Fabrication skills. Ability to work independently, prioritise workload, and manage time effectively. Good written and spoken English. Desirable Experience with PLC-controlled machinery (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron, or similar). Background in chemical, detergent, liquid processing, or food manufacturing. Experience installing and commissioning new machinery. Exposure to automation, instrumentation, or process control systems. What s on Offer Stable, long-term role within a growing manufacturing business Clear progression toward a hands-on Engineering Manager position Monday to Friday day shift (no nights or shifts) Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Modern facility with strong investment in equipment and people Friendly, close-knit working environment Interested? Apply Now If you re a senior-level engineer looking for a hands-on role with real influence, autonomy, and a clear route into management, we d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Pin Point Recruitment to discuss the role in confidence and take the next step in your engineering career.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Senior Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Location: Waltham Abbey, Essex Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday Day Shift (40 hours per week, with occasional overtime) Pin Point Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established UK manufacturer within the chemical and detergent sector. Operating from a modern, purpose-built facility, the business manufactures approximately 60 tonnes of detergent per day, which is subsequently bottled and supplied to wholesalers across the UK, including a wide range of bleach and cleaning products. Due to continued growth and increasing automation, the company is now seeking a Senior Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer. This is a key, hands-on role with a clear progression path toward Engineering Manager as the engineering team expands. This position goes beyond day-to-day maintenance. The successful candidate will play a strategic role in improving equipment reliability, analysing machinery performance, and supporting the long-term development of the site. You will take ownership of production equipment, mentor a Junior Engineer, and contribute to production layout design, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Maintenance, Diagnostics & Reliability Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance on production and packaging equipment, including mixing vessels, pumps, motors, conveyors, fillers, and bottling lines. Analyse equipment performance to identify root causes of breakdowns and inefficiencies. Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime. Fault-find electrical systems including motors, sensors, relays, contactors, control panels, and VFDs. Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams. Safely isolate, test, and reinstate electrical systems in line with UK regulations. Automation, Process Improvement & Engineering Analysis Identify opportunities to improve machine performance, reliability, safety, and efficiency. Understand where machines are underperforming and implement solutions to improve throughput and consistency. Support automation of manual or semi-automated processes. Carry out basic PLC fault-finding or modifications and liaise with external specialists when required. Install and commission instrumentation such as level sensors, flow meters, pressure switches, and safety devices. Leadership, Projects & Layout Design Provide day-to-day technical support and mentoring to a Junior Engineer. Act as a senior technical presence on site with a hands-on approach. Support and contribute to factory layout planning, understanding production flow and optimal machine positioning. Specify, source, install, and commission new production equipment to increase capacity. Work closely with suppliers, contractors, and service engineers on projects and upgrades. Progress toward a hands-on Engineering Manager role as the team grows. Health, Safety & Compliance Work in full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and company policies. Follow safe systems of work, risk assessments, and lock-off procedures. Support compliance with PUWER and other relevant manufacturing regulations. Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and others at all times. Documentation & Planning Accurately record maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and improvements. Assist with maintenance planning to reduce disruption to production. Manage spare parts and consumables in a cost-effective manner. Skills, Qualifications & Experience Essential Engineering qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or similar) or strong equivalent experience. Significant experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment. Strong mechanical background with solid electrical fault-finding capability. Experience working with pumps, motors, control panels, sensors, and production machinery. Proven ability to analyse equipment issues and improve machine performance. Fabrication skills. Ability to work independently, prioritise workload, and manage time effectively. Good written and spoken English. Desirable Experience with PLC-controlled machinery (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron, or similar). Background in chemical, detergent, liquid processing, or food manufacturing. Experience installing and commissioning new machinery. Exposure to automation, instrumentation, or process control systems. What s on Offer Stable, long-term role within a growing manufacturing business Clear progression toward a hands-on Engineering Manager position Monday to Friday day shift (no nights or shifts) Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Modern facility with strong investment in equipment and people Friendly, close-knit working environment Interested? Apply Now If you re a senior-level engineer looking for a hands-on role with real influence, autonomy, and a clear route into management, we d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Pin Point Recruitment to discuss the role in confidence and take the next step in your engineering career.
NEW VACANCY! (PK9179) NEW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - CARTONS GENUINE PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES HOMEBASED / NATIONAL TERRITORY SALARY: UP TO 60K (Depending on Experience) + Car or Car Allowance + Pension + Bonus up to 20% + Death In Service + 23 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays Our client operates a specialist carton board packaging manufacturing facility, producing high-quality printed and converted carton board packaging for a range of food and consumer goods markets. The site combines advanced printing and finishing capabilities with strong technical expertise to deliver reliable, sustainable fibre-based packaging solutions to customers across the UK. They are currently recruiting for a New Business Development Manager to have responsibility for developing and executing a strategy to generate and grow new business with customers requiring carton board packaging solutions across the UK, with a primary focus on chilled and ambient food markets. The role will involve identifying and developing new opportunities through existing industry contacts and relationships, as well as expanding opportunities within current customer accounts where carton board sleeves and cartons are required. Once new business is secured, you will act as the main point of contact for the customer account, working closely with internal teams to ensure successful product launches, trials, and new product development, while also identifying opportunities to expand the wider packaging portfolio within the customer base. The role also requires maintaining an accurate monthly sales pipeline, reporting activity to senior leadership, and contributing to annual sales budgeting and growth planning. The role will cover anywhere in the UK with the opportunity to bring in business across any market sector (excluding Pharmaceutical). Our client is happy to work with small, medium and large customers and there is the opportunity to cross sell other company packaging products. There is genuine progression within this role into Sales Management Key Responsibilities: Develop and grow new business with customers outside of the company's existing account base, identifying opportunities through established industry contacts, trade events, and market activity Maintain and expand relationships with a portfolio of existing customers provided by senior leadership Ensure best-practice processes are implemented within customer accounts to deliver a high standard of service and operational efficiency Act as the primary contact for customers once new business is secured, maintaining regular contact and visits to support account performance and development Coordinate new product launches and projects, ensuring clear communication, on-time delivery, and excellent customer service throughout Participate in pre-production and artwork discussions to provide technical input and ensure accurate information is shared with internal teams Work collaboratively with marketing and product development teams to identify new packaging opportunities and drive growth within customer accounts Present new packaging concepts, formats, and innovations to key customer stakeholders and relevant retail contacts where appropriate Take commercial ownership of customer accounts, ensuring agreed margin and contribution targets are achieved Support effective stock management and forecasting processes with customers where stock is held on their behalf Ensure all account administration is maintained in line with company guidelines, including trading agreements, stock management, slow-moving inventory and debtor management Conduct regular reviews with internal sales and customer service teams to monitor account performance and address any issues proactively Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that support year-on-year growth in sales performance and productivity Utilise and develop reporting tools and data to identify opportunities, improve performance and support informed decision-making Maintain and provide regular pipeline updates outlining opportunity value and progress Report on monthly sales activity, year-to-date performance, and updated short-term sales forecasts Build and maintain strong working relationships with both internal teams and external customer contacts to support effective collaboration and account development Requirements: Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels internally and with customers Strong problem-solving ability and a solutions-focused mindset Demonstrates accountability and takes ownership of responsibilities and outcomes Strategic and commercially minded with the ability to think creatively and identify new opportunities Well organised and able to remain calm and effective under pressure Minimum of 5 years' experience in a new business development or sales role Proven ability to work towards and achieve new business targets Demonstrated track record of winning and developing new business year-on-year Ideally at least 5 years' experience selling carton board or related packaging products Experience within the packaging sector is desirable, bringing relevant market knowledge and industry insight Strong relationship management and account development skills Proven track record of delivering sales growth
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
NEW VACANCY! (PK9179) NEW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - CARTONS GENUINE PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES HOMEBASED / NATIONAL TERRITORY SALARY: UP TO 60K (Depending on Experience) + Car or Car Allowance + Pension + Bonus up to 20% + Death In Service + 23 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays Our client operates a specialist carton board packaging manufacturing facility, producing high-quality printed and converted carton board packaging for a range of food and consumer goods markets. The site combines advanced printing and finishing capabilities with strong technical expertise to deliver reliable, sustainable fibre-based packaging solutions to customers across the UK. They are currently recruiting for a New Business Development Manager to have responsibility for developing and executing a strategy to generate and grow new business with customers requiring carton board packaging solutions across the UK, with a primary focus on chilled and ambient food markets. The role will involve identifying and developing new opportunities through existing industry contacts and relationships, as well as expanding opportunities within current customer accounts where carton board sleeves and cartons are required. Once new business is secured, you will act as the main point of contact for the customer account, working closely with internal teams to ensure successful product launches, trials, and new product development, while also identifying opportunities to expand the wider packaging portfolio within the customer base. The role also requires maintaining an accurate monthly sales pipeline, reporting activity to senior leadership, and contributing to annual sales budgeting and growth planning. The role will cover anywhere in the UK with the opportunity to bring in business across any market sector (excluding Pharmaceutical). Our client is happy to work with small, medium and large customers and there is the opportunity to cross sell other company packaging products. There is genuine progression within this role into Sales Management Key Responsibilities: Develop and grow new business with customers outside of the company's existing account base, identifying opportunities through established industry contacts, trade events, and market activity Maintain and expand relationships with a portfolio of existing customers provided by senior leadership Ensure best-practice processes are implemented within customer accounts to deliver a high standard of service and operational efficiency Act as the primary contact for customers once new business is secured, maintaining regular contact and visits to support account performance and development Coordinate new product launches and projects, ensuring clear communication, on-time delivery, and excellent customer service throughout Participate in pre-production and artwork discussions to provide technical input and ensure accurate information is shared with internal teams Work collaboratively with marketing and product development teams to identify new packaging opportunities and drive growth within customer accounts Present new packaging concepts, formats, and innovations to key customer stakeholders and relevant retail contacts where appropriate Take commercial ownership of customer accounts, ensuring agreed margin and contribution targets are achieved Support effective stock management and forecasting processes with customers where stock is held on their behalf Ensure all account administration is maintained in line with company guidelines, including trading agreements, stock management, slow-moving inventory and debtor management Conduct regular reviews with internal sales and customer service teams to monitor account performance and address any issues proactively Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that support year-on-year growth in sales performance and productivity Utilise and develop reporting tools and data to identify opportunities, improve performance and support informed decision-making Maintain and provide regular pipeline updates outlining opportunity value and progress Report on monthly sales activity, year-to-date performance, and updated short-term sales forecasts Build and maintain strong working relationships with both internal teams and external customer contacts to support effective collaboration and account development Requirements: Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels internally and with customers Strong problem-solving ability and a solutions-focused mindset Demonstrates accountability and takes ownership of responsibilities and outcomes Strategic and commercially minded with the ability to think creatively and identify new opportunities Well organised and able to remain calm and effective under pressure Minimum of 5 years' experience in a new business development or sales role Proven ability to work towards and achieve new business targets Demonstrated track record of winning and developing new business year-on-year Ideally at least 5 years' experience selling carton board or related packaging products Experience within the packaging sector is desirable, bringing relevant market knowledge and industry insight Strong relationship management and account development skills Proven track record of delivering sales growth
