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Production Accountant / Manufacturing Accountant Salary: Competitive Commutable from Bournemouth and surrounding areas We are expanding our team and are looking for a Production Accountant to join our Finance team supporting the Commercial Finance Director.
You will be responsible for driving financial performance improvements, process improvement, key performance indicators and procurement excellence.
Production Accountant / Manufacturing Accountant Key Responsibilities: -Prepare accurate Production reporting on a weekly basis -Review and Report on Daily Production and Yielding -Control Product Costings and monitor Budget v Actual performance -Report on Wages daily and monitor Budget v Actual performance -Business partner with Production Management to provide meaningful insights into the business performance -Provide ad hoc analysis and support Production Accountant / Manufacturing Accountant Skills and Experience: -ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified -Previous experience in a similar role -Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills -Strong IT skills, with advanced knowledge and experience of Excel as well as experience using a range of systems -Strong analytical and data gathering skills -Good business acumen Production Accountant / Manufacturing Accountant Salary and Benefits -Life Assurance Policy -Competitive Salary -Employee Assistance Programme which includes offers and discounts for shops and restaurants -Discounted hampers -Free on-site parking -Growing company with career progression opportunities If the role is of interest, then send your CV today This role is commutable from Dorchester, Weymouth, Southampton, Salisbury, Poole, Bournemouth, Blandford Forum, Yeovil and surrounding areas ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bournemouth, Dorset, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-31 12:57:40
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Production Operative - Bridgwater Starting on day shifts for 4 weeks on £12.30ph - Then moving to permanent Nights and rising to £15.37·FMCG manufacturing Company ·Permanent role - Nights Permanent Nights Sunday to Thursday 10pm to 6:15am and the rate will move to £15.37 per hr Main duties of the successful Production Operative will be: ·Running of the production machines ·Operating, monitoring, controlling and cleaning all plant and associated equipment ·Mixing formulations that are used in the manufacturing process The successful Machine operator must: ·Have previous machine operating experience ·Be able to work in a fast paced environment ·Must ideally have previous Production experience, ideally in an FMCG, Food, Drink, Pharma environment Production Operative Benefits Full training given Free on site parking Uniform provided once probationary period complete.
Pension.
No weekend working This role is commutable from Bridgwater, Highbridge, Taunton, Yeovil, Burnham and may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a production operative, machine op , production op, production line op, blender ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £12.30 - 15.37 per hour + .
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:50:14
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Technical Administrator Manufacturing Up to £32k plus benefitsWe are looking to recruit an Innovations Technical Administrator for a niche specialist manufacturer based in Bridgwater, whose products are used globally.
This is an excellent opportunity to help develop the future of the business at what is an exciting period of growth.
Main purpose of the role: To provide administrative and analytical support, to enable the Innovations Technologists and Scientists to concentrate on developing new products.
The successful candidate will have previous Quality / Technical / laboratory administration and testing skills and main responsibilities will include ·Supporting the innovations team with administrative and analytical support.
·Creating and maintain filing and recording systems for all works streams ·Arranging dates and time for trials with the Operations and Planning team.
·Ensuring the correct materials and documentation is available ahead of the trial to allow the Innovations Technologist to carry out trials in a timely manner.
·Infrequently attending trials outside of core office hours ·Collecting samples, accurately record sample data, date & time of production, products codes, and trial information needed for the trial library.
·Co-ordinate meetings as directed, including booking meeting rooms and refreshments.
·Carry out low levels testing and record results accurately ·Carry out analysis on trial data as directed.
·Maintain the Innovations samples library, document sample data as directed and store samples safely for easy retrieval The successful Technical Administrator may have previous experience working in a Quality Laboratory, Research and Development team role or textile manufacturing, food & drink manufacturing, pharmaceutical.
This role is commutable from Bridgwater, Taunton, Exeter, Bristol, Weston Super Mare, Honiton, Cheddar, Highbridge, Clevedon ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £32k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:49:48
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Machine Operative - Bridgwater - £12.30p/h ·FMCG manufacturing Company ·Permanent role ·Rotating day shift Monday - Friday 6am - 2.15pm when on mornings and 2.00pm to 10.15pm when on the afternoon shift (37.5hrs) My client is leading FMCG manufacturer based on the outskirts of Bridgwater.
They are looking to recruit a permanent Machine Operative to join their team at their modern manufacturing site.
Main duties of the successful Production Operative will be: ·Running of the production machines ·Operating, monitoring, controlling and cleaning all plant and associated equipment ·Mixing formulations that are used in the manufacturing process The successful Machine operator must: ·Have previous machine operating experience ·Be able to work in a fast paced environment ·Must ideally have previous Production experience, ideally in an FMCG, Food, Drink, Pharma environmentMachinbe Operative Benefits Full training given Free on site parking Uniform provided once probationary period complete.
Pension.
No weekend working This role is commutable from Bridgwater, Highbridge, Taunton, Yeovil, Burnham and may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a production operative, machine op , production op, production line op, blender ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £12.30 - 12.30 per hour + .
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:49:30
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Technical Manager Up to £65,000 pa + Excellent Benefits Commutable from Yeovil, Chard, Ilminster, Bridgwater, Dorchester, Taunton, Street, Honiton, Shepton Mallet and surrounding areas This is an excellent opportunity to join a well known manufacturer on the Somerset / Dorset Border in a Technical Managers Role.
The company is proud of their heritage and over the last 50 years has grown considerably Reporting to the Site Manager, as Technical Manager you will be a key member of the Site Management Team and your main areas of responsibility will be Food Safety & Quality, including all QA/QC functions on the site.
Technical Manager Duties will include: ·Monitoring & reviewing the Health & Safety performance of the site ·Ensuring the correct compliance with policies, procedures and legislation to meet Food Safety, Quality and Environmental requirements.
·Managing a team of five plus Technical Assistants reporting into the Team Managers on site ·Actively seeking to improve the company's profitability & control by the efficient control of raw materials, product and energy waste.
Technical Manager Essential Knowledge / Skills: ·Relevant Technical Management experience within the food industry.
·Extensive practical experience of BRC accreditation, HACCP implementation, facilitation of customer audits and quality system management.
·Degree qualification in food science or equivalent ·Excellent people management & communication skills.
In return my client is offering a salary of up to £65,000pa Benefits Include: ·A secure job and the opportunity to go further ·25 days' holiday a year, plus bank holidays ·Excellent pension payments ·A subsidised restaurant and shop ·Training and development ·Annual Bonus If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today Key words - Technical Manager, Technical Supervisor, Technical Team Manager, Quality Manager, Raw Materials Manager, Technical Services Manager ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Chard, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £60k - 65k per year + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:48:53
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NPD Technologist / Development Technologist Bakery Bristol £up to 30,000 pa DOE4-day week – 7am – 3pm Working on behalf of an award-winning bakery with a number of retail outlets across the South West, we are now seeking a NPD Technologist to join their team at their main production site in Bristol. This is an amazing opportunity to join a company that manages to retain its “family feel” and that prides it self on their staff longevity and premium products.The purpose of your role will be to play a key role in driving product innovation and ensuring that bakery products align with market trends and company objectives. This role offers fantastic opportunities to develop and for a “passionate foodie” there are endless development opportunities.NPD Technologist / Development Technologist Key tasks
Oversee the entire development process, ensuring projects meet time and cost specifications.Design and present new, innovative products while continuously improving or re-engineering existing ones to optimise performance and cost.Conduct market research to keep the business competitive and identify growth opportunities.
NPD Technologist / Development Technologist Experience / Qualifications Required:
Proven experience in product development within bakery, focusing on innovation, recipe development and product stability (shelf life, texture, flavour enhancements).Strong passion for the food industry and baking, demonstrated in both personal or professional settings.Excellent understanding of market trends and product positioning.Self-motivated and able to drive projects independently.
Key Words - Innovation, NPD Technologist, NPD Development, Graduate NPD ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Salary / Rate: £30k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:48:27
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Innovations Chemical Development Technologist Bridgwater Up to £45,000 DOE + Benefits We are currently seeking a dynamic and seasoned Innovations Chemical Development Technologist for a fabric manufacturer based near Bridgwater Your role will involve creating and testing development sample materials, managing laboratory trials, and identifying and sourcing new component raw materials.
You will be responsible for providing accurate data analysis, reports, and maintaining detailed records of all trials, sample tests, and projects, along with the samples and documentation required to meet the needs of the development projects.
The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with our team of chemists and technologists, contributing to the growth of the business and positioning themselves for future leadership opportunities.
Key responsibilities: ·Technical Support and Testing: Provide technical support through thorough and precise laboratory investigations, tests, and trials.
Be competent in using required test apparatus, calibrate and record findings, and identify external testing facilities as needed.
Coordinate the setting up of non-standard tests to meet specific quality parameters.
·Quality and Transition Management: Work with Quality and Operational teams to assist in the transition of projects from development to standard production.
Assess and record performance characteristics of concept samples at the laboratory, pilot line, and in full-scale trials at internal or external test facilities.
·Commercial and Technical Awareness: Be commercially and technically aware, adaptable, and proactive in identifying new products or processes.
Maintain accurate records for supplier and customer requirements, costs, and technical specifications.
Address and resolve customer quality concerns where possible.
·Communication and Problem-Solving: Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, resolve issues in a timely manner, and plan for success through positive time management and problem-solving.
·Administrative and Project Support: Manage and review administrative structures to ensure they are fit for purpose, assist in project planning, support processes, and prioritize work requests.
·Health and Safety Compliance: Carry out work in accordance with the Company's Health and Safety policy and ensure all due Risk Assessments are recorded.
Experience and Qualifications ·Technical Expertise: Experience in research and design with a keen interest in fabric technology and development.
Ideally, a degree in chemical or polymer chemistry development.
Ability to understand complex chemical technical data, formulations, scientific structures, and applicable technologies.
·Analytical Skills: An enquiring mind that can analyse, evaluate, and process data to provide meaningful reports and conclusions.
Attention to detail and the ability to adapt effectively to varying environments, responsibilities, or people while maintaining effectiveness.
·Customer Service Focus: Establishes a course of action for self and others to accomplish goals, prioritizes work effectively, and delivers actions on time.
Maintains accuracy and quality of work and information over time.
·Teamwork and Communication: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Willingness to participate as a full member of a team, contributing and sharing ideas, supporting others, and working towards the greater good.
·Commercial Awareness: Be commercially and technically aware, adaptable, and proactive in identifying new products or processes.
Maintain accurate records for supplier and customer requirements, costs, and technical specifications.
·Willingness to Travel: Ability and willingness to travel to suppliers and exhibitions if required.
Benefits include ·22 days holidays (raising by 1 day each year, up to 25 days max) plus 8 bank holidays ·Pension contributions: 4% employer, 5% employee ·Provision of company uniform ·On site parking ·Fully functioning canteen with free teas and coffees - ·Christmas and New Year shutdown (small part of annual leave is covered for this period) This role may suit a person that has previously worked as a R&D Scientist, Commercial Scientist, Industrial scientist, Industrial Chemist This role is commutable from Bridgwater, Taunton, Yeovil, Tiverton, Cheddar, Weston Super Mare and may suit a person that has previously worked as a R&D Scientist, Commercial Scientist, Industrial scientist, Industrial Chemist ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £40k - 45k per year + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:47:56
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Quality Assurance Manager Near Dorchester Food manufacturing £Competitive up to 40k DOEDay based My Client an award winning food manufacturer based in the Dorchester area, is looking to recruit a Quality Assurance Manager / Quality manager - Reporting into the site Technical manager the successful candidates main remit will be to be responsible for leading and motivating the Quality Assurance team in monitoring and evaluating product and processing systems.
Main accountabilities will include understanding and applying relevant standards so that company, customer and legal requirements are achieved and maintained.
The Quality Assurance Manager / QA Manager role will include: ·Understanding and applying relevant standards & codes of practice so that business, Customer, BRC and legal requirements are achieved and maintained.
·Ensuring that the requirements of HACCP are implemented, maintained and achieved.
Involvement in the evaluation of risks and defining controls, prior to the introduction of a new process, product or raw material.
·Driving quality standards across the factory, maintaining a culture of high performance and compliance.
·Understanding, implementing and reviewing documented quality management systems to enable production of the agreed safety and quality standards.
·Supporting operations with compilation and document control of operational procedures and oversee the completion and retrieval to maintain traceability.
·Manage and respond to internal and external complaints identifying route cause ·Supporting the Technical Manager & business with management of audits, hosting audits as appropriate.
Manages response & close out of non-conformance reports from audits as required.
·Lead, motivate and manage the training & development requirements of the QA team and ensuring that direct reports are properly equipped to undertake their roles and achieves personal development and continuous improvement.
·Manage the lab portal to ensure testing suites are up to date and results are analysed, and leading route cause investigation with appropriate operational and hygiene teams as required and verifying corrective actions taken.
·Generate technical business KPI information, communicate, trend and highlight issues.
Develop and agree action plans and through Continuous Improvement drive the business forward.
Quality Assurance Manager / QA Manager Skills / Experience Required ·Previous Quality Management experience in the Food Industry ·HACCP ·Good communicator and people person This role may suit a person that has previously worked in a QA, QC, Quality Assurance, QSM, Compliance role.
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Type: Permanent Location: Dorchester, Dorset, England
Salary / Rate: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:47:32
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Food GraduateSouth West – Multi sitesSalary £25-28k DOEMy client, a successful and growing food manufacturer, is looking to recruit a food graduate / junior technical assistant to join their newly created Technical Leadership Graduate Scheme and gain hands on experience across multiple food manufacturing sites based in the beautiful South West of England.Over the first year of training the successful food graduate / technical assistant will cover areas of Safety, Quality, Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement and will carry out projects involving factory quality support, technical services, quality systems and laboratory.Ideally you will need a degree qualification in a science related subject, however more importantly you will need a ‘can do’ attitude with enthusiasm and passion for learning and be part of a team.If this is something that you would like to know more about, please contact us…..This role maybe commutable from Somerset, Wiltshire, Devon, Dorset and will suit a food graduate, technical assistant, food & nutrition qualification ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Dorchester, Oxfordshire, England
Salary / Rate: £25k - 28k per year + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:47:10
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Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (FMCG) Shepton Mallet £48500 + Excellent Benefits My client is a leading FMCG manufacturer in their field.
They are currently looking to recruit a FMCG Multi Skilled Engineer for their site near Shepton Mallet The successful Multi Skilled Engineer will be working as part of a team of engineers on shift and enjoy carrying out all aspects of engineering.
My client has a low staff turnover and so the successful engineer will be looking to join a company that looks after its staff and offers a "long term" career.
Key skills required for the Multi Skilled Engineer role include; - Previous experience in a similar role in FMCG or similar production unit - Knowledge of automated processes - Recognised engineering qualification - Proven technical knowledge and experience - 18th Edition Hours The shifts are on a 8 week cycle: Early 6am-2pm Days 8am-5pm there is an alternate Day shift with a later start, 9am-6pm and this is used for days where there is a transition from Lates to Days.
Lates 2pm-10pm There will be a requirement to work 3 weekends out of 8 There is lots of Overtime available also (Saturdays 1.5 times basic rate, Sundays 2 times basic rate) Salary and Benefits ·The salary is £47367 inclusive of shift allowance ·There is additional on call payments averaging over an additional £1000 pa ·Holiday - 30 days (inclusive of English Bank & Public holiday) ·Pension - 5% Employer Contribution / 5% employee ·Life Assurance - 2 x annual salary This role would suit a candidate who is seeking a role similar to a Mechanical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Multi Skilled Engineer, Production Engineer, Engineering Craftsperson, Electrical Engineer or a Shift Engineer If you are an experienced engineer, then apply now ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Shepton Mallet, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £48.5k per year + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:46:39
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Production Supervisor - Days Salary Basic £31,600 but with Overtime circa £35000 Manufacturing Managing a small team of circa 16 staff Hours Standard 40 hours - Monday to Friday 07.30 to 16.30 However during the busy season, Jan - April overtime is often required My client, a dynamic and ambitious manufacturing company is looking to recruit a Day based Production Supervisor for their site located in Henstridge in between Wincanton and Yeovil.
My client supplies fertilisers to the amenity Turf market (football pitches, bowling greens etc.) and has recently become a member of a global group.
Role: The successful Production Team Leader / Production Supervisor will report into the Production Manager and will look after circa 16 people ensuring that the production facility is operating at is optimum.
You will be ensuring that the Production Facility is equipped to prepare, manufacture, pack, warehouse, receive & dispatch the company full range of materials & products.
Your role will include direct hands-on intervention with factory activities where and when needed.
The role will include supporting the Production Manager in delivering low-cost production, conformance to plan, maximum capacity, optimum yield, minimal downtime, i.e.
best efficiency.Production Supervisor Duties will include: ·Supporting, assisting & deputising for the Production Manager and other members of the leadership team as needed -- both reactively & proactively ·Ensure that standards & requirements of Health & Safety are robustly maintained ·Ensuring that standards of product & material quality, waste, & housekeeping are fully & consistently met ·Organising & monitoring all production activities & team members ·Ensuring that the production plans are completed & achieved in the most efficient way.
·Striving to improve performance against targets.
Driving results, monitoring and feeding-back outcomes.
·Ensuring that Shop Floor Data Collection is maintained accurately Production Supervisor Key skills required ·Previous Production supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment ·Good understanding of Health & Safety ·Excellent communication and people skills ·flexible and happy to work the additional overtime hours during the busier times in the year Jan-April This role will suit a person that may have previously worked as a Shift Manager, Shift controller, production controller, production manager, production supervisor.
The role is commutable form Wincanton, Shepton Mallet, Yeovil, Henstridge, Bruton, Shaftesbury .
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Type: Permanent Location: Henstridge, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £31.6k - 35k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:45:52
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Client services support administrator Melksham Manufacturing Export Salary negotiable Permanent role Hours 8.30 - 5pm (37.5 hours) My client is looking to recruit a Client services support administrator to work at their modern site in Melksham. The successful Client services support administrator will be working as part of a small team supporting the International sales managers ensuring excellent service levels are met.
Key Responsibilities will include: ·;Order Processing - entering orders accurately onto my clients CRM and liaising with shipping and the warehouse to ensure the whole order process runs smoothly ·Client services - Initial contact for all visitors, deliveries, answering phones, handling general enquiries ·Supplier & Products -Ensuring all product information is maintained and updated (product codes, suppliers, packing specs, supplier pricelists) Key skills required for the role: - Previous Administration experience ideally in a manufacturing environment - Excellent communication and attention to detail - Excellent IT skills , ideally ERP experience or similar - Export / Shipping Knowledge helpful but not essential - Supplier contact experience Benefits for the role include Pension (4% matched), Life cover 2 times, Holidays 22 days increases by one day each year of service up to 25 plus bank holidays This role would suit a person that has previously worked as sales support coordinator, administrator, customer service advisor, client service administrator, account coordinator, account administrator, client support, shipping, export role and is commutable from Trowbridge, Chippenham, Calne, Melksham, Devizes ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Melksham, Wiltshire, England
Salary / Rate: Salary Negotiable DOE
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:45:24
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Production Manager Tiverton £ UP TO 45000 DOE + BonusMon - Friday - Day Based role.
My client is a fast-growing BRC accredited Food manufacturer who is now seeking a Production manager in a newly created position to join their management team.
This is a Monday to Friday Day based role.
Pivotal to the role is an excellent understanding of production in a fast-paced environment.
As a member of the senior management team, the Production Manager is responsible for the Planning & day-to-day production within the factory to obtain maximum efficiency, production, quality service and profitability for the organization.
This is an excellent opportunity to make your mark in a role and offers longer term development opportunities as the company grows.
Production Manager Key responsibilities: ·Planning of Daily and weekly / Seasonal Production ·Driving Continuous Improvement - Identify continuous improvement opportunities across the production and warehouse area.
·Ensuring site KPIs are achieved.
·Promote food safety and quality standards in everything they do as priority.
·Ensure the department is audit compliant at all times.
·Promoting and engaging in cross departmental teamwork Production Manager Experience/ Skills Required: ·Experience working within a Food/Drink /FMCG Manufacturing environment.
·Must be organised and happy to work under pressure.
·Must have an understanding or working within a BRC led environment.
·Must have previous Managerial/ Supervisory experience.
·Must enjoy being hands on and enjoy training and developing people.
·Excellent people skills including coaching and developing staff.
·H&S knowledge and experience ·Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement Techniques Production Manager Salary and Benefits ·Up to £45,000 DOE ·Free Parking ·Free Products ·Annual Pay Review ·Management Bonus If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today.
This role would suit candidates who have previously worked in roles such as Production Supervisor, Production Shift Manager, Production Manager ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Tiverton, Devon, England
Salary / Rate: £40k - 45k per year + Excellent Benefits + Bonus
Posted: 2025-03-31 10:45:03
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Production Manager Tiverton £ UP TO 45000 DOE + BonusMon - Friday - Day Based role.
My client is a fast-growing BRC accredited Food manufacturer who is now seeking a Production manager in a newly created position to join their management team.
This is a Monday to Friday Day based role.
Pivotal to the role is an excellent understanding of production in a fast-paced environment.
As a member of the senior management team, the Production Manager is responsible for the Planning & day-to-day production within the factory to obtain maximum efficiency, production, quality service and profitability for the organization.
This is an excellent opportunity to make your mark in a role and offers longer term development opportunities as the company grows.
Production Manager Key responsibilities: ·Planning of Daily and weekly / Seasonal Production ·Driving Continuous Improvement - Identify continuous improvement opportunities across the production and warehouse area.
·Ensuring site KPIs are achieved.
·Promote food safety and quality standards in everything they do as priority.
·Ensure the department is audit compliant at all times.
·Promoting and engaging in cross departmental teamwork Production Manager Experience/ Skills Required: ·Experience working within a Food/Drink /FMCG Manufacturing environment.
·Must be organised and happy to work under pressure.
·Must have an understanding or working within a BRC led environment.
·Must have previous Managerial/ Supervisory experience.
·Must enjoy being hands on and enjoy training and developing people.
·Excellent people skills including coaching and developing staff.
·H&S knowledge and experience ·Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement Techniques Production Manager Salary and Benefits ·Up to £45,000 DOE ·Free Parking ·Free Products ·Annual Pay Review ·Management Bonus If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today.
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Type: Permanent Location: Tiverton, Devon, England
Start: 30/04/2024
Salary / Rate: £40k - 45k per year + Excellent Benefits + Bonus
Posted: 2025-03-26 09:26:17
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Food GraduateSouth West – Multi sitesSalary £25-28k DOEMy client, a successful and growing food manufacturer, is looking to recruit a food graduate / junior technical assistant to join their newly created Technical Leadership Graduate Scheme and gain hands on experience across multiple food manufacturing sites based in the beautiful South West of England.Over the first year of training the successful food graduate / technical assistant will cover areas of Safety, Quality, Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement and will carry out projects involving factory quality support, technical services, quality systems and laboratory.Ideally you will need a degree qualification in a science related subject, however more importantly you will need a ‘can do’ attitude with enthusiasm and passion for learning and be part of a team.If this is something that you would like to know more about, please contact us…..This role maybe commutable from Somerset, Wiltshire, Devon, Dorset and will suit a food graduate, technical assistant, food & nutrition qualification ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Dorchester, Oxfordshire, England
Salary / Rate: £25k - 28k per year + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-24 12:01:49
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Technical Manager / Quality ManagerBridgwater £UP TO 50,000 doeMy Client is a provider of Food / FMCG products and they are now seeking a Technical Manager to join the team at their site based near Bridgwater.
This role may suit a QA manager seeking the next step in their Career Reporting to the Site manager you will be leading a small team and be responsible for all food safety, quality and other technical issues within the factory, and to provide technical and other support to the management, operations and sales functions.
Technical Manager Responsibilities:
Leading the Quality/ Lab TeamManaging the internal auditing schedule.Reviewing and monitoring responsiveness to audit findings.Undertaking GMP and process audits and effectively communicating any potential issuesFocusing on the day to day management of everything Food Safety, Quality and compliance related.Assisting in the investigation of customer complaints, working with the production teams to identify root cause of issues.
Support and monitor the implementation of agreed corrective and preventative actions.Providing technical guidance, training, and support to the manufacturing team, developing awareness, and understanding of technical issues.Assisting with the completion of documents requested by customers, including questionnaires and technical queries.
Technical Manager Skills and Qualifications:
Food Related or Science DegreeExtensive practical experience of HACCP & Food HygieneNEBOSH OR IOSH qualificationInternal auditing experienceAbility to be flexible and work under pressure
If the role sounds of interest then please send your CV today Key Words TECHNICAL TEAM MANAGER, QA MANAGER, QA SUPERVISOR, QUALITY SYSTEMS MANAGER, Quality Manager ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: Competitive Salary
Posted: 2025-03-24 12:00:09
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Office AdministratorCompetitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Commutable from Glastonbury, Burnham on Sea, Weston Super Mare, Highbridge, Cheddar, Wells, Mark Office Administrator Roles and Responsibilities: ·Providing general administrative assistance across the Projects Team ·Supporting the team in obtaining quotations on items that have been specified by the Projects Team ·Checking pricing matches schedules prior to ordering ·Preparing and sending out purchase orders ·Working with suppliers to ensure delivery deadlines are met.
·Assisting with the production of Critical Spares list for Projects ·Collating, printing, and uploading documentation for Project Manuals ·Assisting with production of detailed packing and delivery notes for plant dispatch ·Prepare Work Packs, communicating with the Workshop.
Skills / Experience Required: ·Have strong communication skills, both written and verbal ·Excellent Organisation Skills ·Have a good level of competency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel,·And the ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
Salary And Benefits: ·Competitive salary ·Profit Related Bonus Scheme·Automatic inclusion in a Workplace Pension Scheme ·Full training and support ·Free workwear ·Free parking on site ·Social activities ·And the opportunity to join an ambitious, energetic, inclusive business, at a pivotal point in their development and to work in an exciting and fast-moving environment.
Hours - 35 to 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday If the role is of Interest, then send your CV today ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cheddar, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-24 11:58:59
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Technical Director - Senior Technical Manager Bristol Excellent Salary and Benefits (Car allowance, Bonus, Excellent Pension etc) My clients are experts in their field within the Food/Drink Manufacturing sector and have experienced exceptional growth over the last 5 years.
As a result, they are now seeking a Technical Director to join their team in a newly created role.
Reporting to the Managing Director and managing both the Quality Control and Quality Assurance Teams at their flagship site in Bristol and European and US sites, the Technical Director will be responsible for ensuring that the business is well set up for the anticipated growth of the business, keeping abreast of legislative and regulatory change as well as process and system developments.
You will be responsible for ensuring that all sites are aligned and will be part of the Senior Leadership team Key Responsibilities of the Technical Director include: ·To review, maintain and update the Quality Manuals by which the company will operate globally.
·To review the current QC Laboratory systems and implement improvements where required according to a schedule agreed with the rest of the Management Team.
·To ensure, with the QC Manager, that lab methods and standards are being used and fully implemented throughout the company's laboratories ·To set out the Quality Control KPI's for performance and implement a strategy to achieve them.
·To lead the company's Food Defence team and provide support and assistance to the VACCP/TACCP Teams.
·To set out a schedule for achievement and maintenance of the BRC system and accreditation adopted by all sites, and to assure that a team is in place which can continuously maintain that standard.
·Continuously liaise with the Management team to report on the top ten risks to the organisation, and how they are mitigated.
·Work closely with the Innovation and New Product Development teams ·Maintain a robust, but commercially forward moving approach to supplier management and support.
·Work with our customers' technical teams to find solutions ·To ensure the technical budget is kept under control and regularly reviewed to ensure spend is providing the best value for money.
·To provide monthly board pack submission focussed upon key areas to be agreed.
·To undertake, manage and report on projects and specific tasks as required by company directors or department heads.
This is what we need the successful Technical Director to have: ·HACCP level 4 qualified ·Experience within a Technical role in Food Manufacturing ·Experience of co-ordinating & scheduling work across multiple sites and countries ·Ability to prioritise work & meet deadlines ·Commercial awareness and an ability to support growth across the business.
Salary and Benefits £70-80,000k DOE Bonus Scheme Car allowance 25 days Holiday + Bank Hols Up to 8% matched Pension contributions If the Role is of Interest, then please send your CV today This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate who wishes to work within a company that is driven to succeed and invest in their people - Exciting times lie ahead for this companyUnfortunately, we’re not able to provide employment sponsorship to candidates at this moment in time. If you meet the above criteria and to be considered for this role, please forward your CV today.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Salary / Rate: £70k - 80k per year + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-24 11:53:51
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Technical Manager Up to £65,000 pa + Excellent Benefits Commutable from yEOVIL, Chard, Ilminster, Bridgwater, Dorchester, Taunton, Street, Honiton, Shepton Mallet and surrounding areas This is an excellent opportunity to join a well known manufacturer on the Somerset / Dorset Border in a Technical Managers Role.
The company is proud of their heritage and over the last 50 years has grown considerably Reporting to the Site Manager, as Technical Manager you will be a key member of the Site Management Team and your main areas of responsibility will be Food Safety & Quality, including all QA/QC functions on the site.
Technical Manager Duties will include: ·Monitoring & reviewing the Health & Safety performance of the site ·Ensuring the correct compliance with policies, procedures and legislation to meet Food Safety, Quality and Environmental requirements.
·Managing a team of five plus Technical Assistants reporting into the Team Managers on site ·Actively seeking to improve the company's profitability & control by the efficient control of raw materials, product and energy waste.
Technical Manager Essential Knowledge / Skills: ·Relevant Technical Management experience within the food industry.
·Extensive practical experience of BRC accreditation, HACCP implementation, facilitation of customer audits and quality system management.
·Degree qualification in food science or equivalent ·Excellent people management & communication skills.
In return my client is offering a salary of up to £65,000pa Benefits Include: ·A secure job and the opportunity to go further ·25 days' holiday a year, plus bank holidays ·Excellent pension payments ·A subsidised restaurant and shop ·Training and development ·Annual Bonus If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today Key words - Technical Manager, Technical Supervisor, Technical Team Manager, Quality Manager, Raw Materials Manager, Technical Services Manager ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Yeovil, Somerset, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £60k - 65k per year
Posted: 2025-03-19 10:07:02
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Production Operative - Bridgwater Starting on day shifts for 4 weeks on £12.30ph - Then moving to permanent Nights and rising to £14.30ph·FMCG manufacturing Company ·Permanent role - Nights Permanent Nights Sunday to Thursday 10pm to 6:15am and the rate will move to £14.30 per hr Main duties of the successful Production Operative will be: ·Running of the production machines ·Operating, monitoring, controlling and cleaning all plant and associated equipment ·Mixing formulations that are used in the manufacturing process The successful Machine operator must: ·Have previous machine operating experience ·Be able to work in a fast paced environment ·Must ideally have previous Production experience, ideally in an FMCG, Food, Drink, Pharma environment Production Operative Benefits Full training given Free on site parking Uniform provided once probationary period complete.
Pension.
No weekend working This role is commutable from Bridgwater, Highbridge, Taunton, Yeovil, Burnham and may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a production operative, machine op , production op, production line op, blender ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £12.30 - 14.30 per hour + .
Posted: 2025-03-18 12:01:49
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Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Commutable from Glastonbury, Burnham on Sea, Weston Super Mare, Highbridge, Cheddar, Wells, MarkMy Client is an independent company providing specialist engineering services and support within the water treatment Industry.
They are now seeking a Project Office Administrator to join their small but bustling office.Project Office Administrator Roles and Responsibilities: ·Providing general administrative assistance across the Projects Team ·Supporting the team in obtaining quotations on items that have been specified by the Projects Team ·Checking pricing matches schedules prior to ordering ·Preparing and sending out purchase orders ·Working with suppliers to ensure delivery deadlines are met.
·Assisting with the production of Critical Spares list for Projects ·Collating, printing, and uploading documentation for Project Manuals ·Assisting with production of detailed packing and delivery notes for plant dispatch ·Prepare Work Packs, communicating with the Workshop.
Skills / Experience Required: ·Have strong communication skills, both written and verbal ·Excellent Organisation Skills ·Have a good level of competency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, i.e.
working with formulas, cell formatting and linking spreadsheets and worksheets.
·Experience of MS Project would be advantageous, but training would be provided if necessary.
·And the ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
Salary And Benefits: ·Competitive salary ·Profit Related Bonus Scheme·Automatic inclusion in a Workplace Pension Scheme ·Full training and support ·Free workwear ·Free parking on site ·Social activities ·And the opportunity to join an ambitious, energetic, inclusive business, at a pivotal point in their development and to work in an exciting and fast-moving environment.
Hours - 35 to 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday If the role is of Interest, then send your CV today ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cheddar, Somerset, England
Start: 15/04/2024
Salary / Rate: Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-18 09:18:28
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Process Technologist Bristol Upto £36k DOE We are currently seeking a Process Technologist for a food company based in Bristol.
My Client has been in existence for over 30 years and is privately owned.
Reporting in to the senior NPD technologist this role offers an opportunity to join a rapidly growing, innovative Food Manufacturer.
The company has award winning experience creating, rolling out and managing bespoke customer food-on-the-move solutions The role of the Process Technologist will involve ·Driving the development of products from chef handover to launch, focussing particularly on the manufacturing aspect of the process ·Building relationships with the manufacturers, understanding their capabilities and spending time on site with their development/process teams to create exciting products in an efficient way, following the products through to the launch and beyond ·Signing off ingredient/product specs with the supplier ·QAS agreement and sign off ·Attending factory trials, pre pros and product launches at various locations across the UK and Ireland ·Liaising and communicating with the manufacturers, other members of the NPD team, ops team, technical team and account managers throughout the development and launch process ·Creating and managing manufacturing specifications using the NPD system ·Ensuring NPD processes required are completed on time ·Assisting in the sourcing new ingredients where appropriate ·General team support and admin including daily use and upkeep of the NPD system, ensuring the ingredient/product information is accurate, up-to-date and ensuring consistency across different ingredients and suppliers ·Reviewing the market and keeping up to date with current food trends and issues ·Performing any other duties and objectives as required from time to time to contribute effectively to the achievement of the business aims and objectives ·Generating/formatting/checking information for product labeling including descriptions and ingredients in accordance with current legislation ·Proof reading of artwork against pack copies ensuring consistency across all cutter guides/product types Process Technologist Experience / Qualifications ·Ideally BSc Food Science/Technology ·Valid driving licence ·Understanding of HACCP ·Experience in NPD / process within FMCG, a ·Knowledge of UK labelling legislation is advantageous Key Words - Process Technologist, Food Technologist, NPD Technologist, This role is commutable from Wells Taunton, Cardiff, Wales, Gloucester, Avon, Bath Bridgwater, Bristol, Weston Super Mare, ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Salary / Rate: £36k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-17 12:10:46
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Quality Systems Manager.
/ Quality Manager - Bridgwater - £33-40K DOEMy Client, a successful manufacturing company based in Bridgwater, is currently looking to recruit a Quality Systems Manager / QSM / Quality Manager with BRC experience for their modern site.
The successful Quality Systems Manager must be hands on and happy to work using their own initiative.
The successful site Quality manager will report into the site Technical DirectorKey areas of responsibility:
To audit compliance against QMS and GMP raising all non-conformances against relevant standards with objective evidence enabling the operational teams to take appropriate and necessary corrective action; to follow up and monitor completion of actions.Complaint investigation and analysisCompliance of raw materials against specification, checking C of A'sResponsible for QMS in accordance with BRC policies and procedures.To ensure that all operatives and staff within the factory comply with quality and hygiene proceduresProcedural updates and support training of all members of staffInternal Audits for QMS, Traceability & Product Recall etc.
(must be internal audit trained with appropriate certificates available)Keeping HACCP plans up to date and regularly reviewing (Must have Intermediate HACCP qualification as a minimum)Liaison with external bodies as required (i.e.
customers, suppliers)
The Ideal Candidate Must have: ·Previously worked in a similar position for a FMCG Manufacturing company, ideally from the food, drink, cosmetic or pharmaceutical sector ·Ideally a HACCP Qualification and Internal Audit certification ·Experience with External Audits (BRC, PEFC, FSC,RSPO) ·Experience working with suppliers and customers ·Confidence to communicate with internal and external contacts of all levels This role is commutable from Taunton, Bridgwater, WSM, Cheddar, Highbridge, Wells, Street, Glastonbury, Honiton, Wellington and will suit a candidate that has previously worked as a QSM, Quality Systems, Quality supervisor, Quality Team leader, QA Manager, Quality Auditor, QA ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £33k - 40k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-17 12:09:01
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Production Manager Manufacturing Monday to Friday - Days Salary £40-45k DOE Must have Lean manufacturing experience My client, a successful manufacturing company based in Bridgwater, is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and driven Production manager with lean manufacturing / OEE experience.
This is a newly created role and the successful person will lead the production team on site.
Managing approx.
15-20 staff, the successful person will use their lean skills to deliver a high performance culture, ensuring a safe working environment with excellent Health and Safety.
Your main responsibilities will include: ·Continuously strive to improve standards of health and safety, quality and security ·Act as the point of contact on site for all issues, escalating when necessary to the relevant senior team ·Ensuring that the site team maintain an "Audit Ready, All the Time" production environment ·Ensure Quality procedures are fully understood and consistently applied ·Ensure the site delivers against productivity targets, KPIs and OPIs ·Organise and participate in the recruitment, management and training of colleagues, nurturing a culture that is consistent with Navigator values, monitoring performance and developing the capability of the team ·Have a clear understanding of the company's policies and standards, ensuring that this understanding is cascaded with their team Key skills required: ·Proven production management experience in ideally a food, drink or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment ·Lean manufacturing / GMP / OEE experience·Familiarisation with BRC standards and SEDEX ethical audits is desirable ·Excellent people skills ·Excellent communicatorThis role will suit a person that may have previously worked as a Production manager, Production supervisor, operations manager, Team leader and is commutable form Bridgwater, Taunton, Honiton, Weston super mare, Highbridge ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £40k - 45k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-17 12:08:12
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Production Planning Manager Poole Excellent Salary + BenefitsManucomm is looking to recruit a Production Planning Manager to join a successful food manufacturing company based near Poole The Planning Managers main remit will be to lead a small team of product planners schedule the manufacturing of products through the business in the most efficient way possible ensuring that agreed stock level and customer service is always maintained. The successful Production Planning Manager MUST have:·Previous experience of planning in a FMCG food or drink manufacturing environment · Knowledge and experience of using EXCEL BASED planning systems ·Commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failure impacts the costs, production, manufacture and customer order fulfilment ·Previous management / supervisory experience In return my Client is offering a competitive salary + Excellent Benefits This role could suit a person who has worked previously as a Materials Controller, Materials Planner, Materials Scheduler, Planning manager, Production Planner ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Poole, Dorset, England
Salary / Rate: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Posted: 2025-03-17 12:06:47
