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Warehouse Operative / FLT (Reach Truck) Driver - Tiverton £13.18 per hour + Overtime Temporary to Permanent | 2-Shift Rotation 6-2 / 2-10We're currently recruiting a Warehouse Operative / Forklift (Reach Truck) Driver to join a well-known drinks manufacturer based in Tiverton.About the Role You'll play a key part in the warehouse operation, handling materials, stock movements, and goods in/out processes safely and efficiently.
The role involves both warehouse and forklift duties, working on a 2-shift pattern.Key Responsibilities ·Operate a Reach Forklift Truck (in-date licence required) ·Carry out goods in/out and stock movement tasks ·Assist with packing, storing, and dispatching goods ·Use SAP systems for stock transactions ·Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment ·Support team members and carry out general warehouse dutiesRequirements ·Valid Reach Truck licence ·Previous experience in a warehouse, packing, or stores environment ·Strong communication and teamwork skills ·Understanding of SAP or a similar warehouse management systems preferred ·Experience in food, drink, or pharmaceutical manufacturing advantageousShift & Pay ·Pay Rate: £13.18 per hour + overtime ·Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent ·Location: Tiverton ·Shifts: 2-shift rotationIdeal Background: You may have previously worked as a Goods In Assistant, Stores Person, Warehouse Operative, Reach Truck Driver, or Forklift Operator. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Tiverton, Devon, England
Salary / Rate: £13.18 - 13.18 per hour + Benefits
Posted: 2025-12-01 09:25:20
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Maintenance Engineer – Permanent Nights Bridgwater, Somerset £43,000 – £47,000 + Benefits Permanent Night Shift (Day shift initially for training)The OpportunityA leading and growing manufacturing company based in Bridgwater is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical bias) to join their experienced team on a permanent night shift.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a variety of modern process, converting, and packaging equipment within a supportive and progressive environment.You'll be joining a stable business that has seen increased demand and investment in its operations, offering long-term career potential.Key Responsibilities
Diagnosing and repairing faults across production lines (mechanical and some electrical)Reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical engineering drawingsPerforming scheduled preventative maintenance on machinerySupporting engineering improvements and modifications
What We're Looking For
Time-served Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical bias)Background in FMCG, manufacturing or packaging environmentsStrong fault-finding skills and hands-on problem-solving abilityIdeally some knowledge of pneumaticsTeam player with a proactive, can-do attitude
Salary & Benefits
£43,000 – £47,000 per annum (depending on experience)20 days holiday + 8 bank holidaysCompany pension schemeFree on-site parkingModern facilities and staff canteenLong-term stability with training and development opportunities
LocationBased in Bridgwater, this role is easily commutable from: Wells, Shepton Mallet, Yeovil, Taunton, Weston-super-Mare, Glastonbury and surrounding areas.Job Titles That May Match This Role:Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Multi-Skilled Engineer, Production Engineer, Shift Engineer, FitterIf you're a hands-on engineer looking for a night shift role in a secure and expanding business, apply today or get in touch to find out more. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £43k - 47k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-12-01 09:25:00
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Manufacturing Administrator Location: Near Yeovil Perm role £26 - 30,000 DOE My client, a well-established and successful family-owned FMCG manufacturing business, is seeking to appoint a Manufacturing Administrator / Stock and Sales Administrator for their facility located on the outskirts of Yeovil, near Wincanton.
Operating from contemporary premises, the appointed Administrator will play a pivotal role within the office team, providing technical and quality support, managing stock administration for production, and assisting the accounts department with sales administration.
This position is particularly suited to candidates possessing prior experience in manufacturing administration who are keen to further develop their careers.
Key Responsibilities: ·Complete, process, and file documentation related to Goods In, Goods Out, and stock control.
·Support comprehensive stock traceability throughout the manufacturing process.
·Maintain accurate records using an ERP/MRP system.
·Assist with client sales, technical, and quality enquiries.
·Manage internal stock and facilitate physical stock checks.
·Provide general sales and office administrative support.
Skills & Experience Required: ·Proficient in computer usage, preferably with experience in modern MRP systems, specifically Bills of Material.
·Previous background in manufacturing, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or packaging industries is preferred.
·Strong analytical, numerical, and communication abilities.
·Exceptional attention to detail.
·Effective communication skills for regular interaction with factory personnel and customers.
·Excellent organisational skills, both written and verbal, essential due to the high volume of products managed.
·Collaborative team player, adept at multitasking and willing to be hands-on.
Benefits: ·Competitive base salary (dependent on experience) ·28 days holiday including bank holidays ·Pension scheme ·Modern kitchen facilities ·On-site parking ·Career development opportunities ·Open-plan office environment ·Christmas shutdown ·Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-16:30 This role is commutable from Yeovil, Wincanton, Shepton mallet, Castle Cary, Martock, Somerton and may suit a candidate that has previously worked in stock control as a junior administrator, stock controller, QA Quality auditor, Technical administrator, ERP administrator, Technical assistant ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Sparkford, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: competitive
Posted: 2025-11-24 12:55:08
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Production Supervisor / Team Leader – Food ManufacturingDay Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–4:00pmLocation: Shepton Mallet / Wincanton areaSalary: c.
£36,000 + OvertimeExcellent training and development opportunitiesWe are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor / Team Leader to join a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of day-to-day production activities, support a dedicated team, and help maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.Key Responsibilities·Oversee daily production operations to meet output, quality, and safety targets·Lead, support, and motivate a production team·Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and site standards·Monitor performance and implement continuous improvement·Maintain accurate production records and reports·Work closely with Quality, Engineering, and Planning teamsKey Skills & Experience·Previous experience in food or drink manufacturing within a high-paced environment·Strong quality focus and excellent attention to detail·Good computer literacy across standard systems·Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead and develop a teamThis role may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a Production Team Leader, Production supervisor, Packing supervisor, Packing Team leader and is commutable from Shepton Mallet, Evercreech, Wincanton, Bruton, Yeovil, Shaftesbury, Frome, Radstock, Midsomer Norton ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wincanton, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £36k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-11-24 12:54:31
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Quality Engineer - Bridgwater Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE + Benefits Join a fast-growing manufacturing company as a Quality Engineer, and play a key role in driving product excellence, improving processes, and strengthening relationships with customers and suppliers.
You'll lead risk assessments, tackle quality challenges head-on, support continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure issues are addressed quickly and effectively.
Working closely with operations, you'll be the go-to expert for production-related quality matters and a key player in enhancing our overall quality performance.
Quality Engineer responsibilities: ·Be the main point of contact for customer and supplier quality issues.
·Lead investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
·Develop and maintain process risk assessments.
·Drive continuous improvement using LEAN, Six Sigma, and WCM tools.
·Track and analyse quality KPIs, identifying actions for improvement.
·Support NPI and help shape robust processes from day one.
·Deliver training and promote strong quality standards on-site.
·Identify and implement smart error-proofing (poka-yoke) solutions.
Quality Engineer Skills/Experience Required: ·Experience in a quality or process engineering role within manufacturing.
·Strong understanding of QMS and standards (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, etc.).
·Confident investigator with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
·Strong communicator who thrives working with operations and suppliers.
·Experience in high-care environments (food, medical, etc.) is a bonus.
·A proactive, hands-on approach with real ownership of your work.
Salary and Benefits ·Up to £60k salary (DOE) ·22 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service) ·Pension: 4% employer / 5% employee ·Christmas & New Year shutdownIf the role is of interest, then please send your CV today ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £55k - 60k per year + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-11-24 12:36:35
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Production Manager - Food Manufacturing Yeovil, Somerset £35,000 - £45,000 per annum (Depending on Experience) Day-based hours | Full-time | PermanentAbout the Company We are a well-established food manufacturing business based in Yeovil, committed to delivering high-quality products and continuous innovation.
As we grow, we're looking for a driven Production Manager to lead our operations and champion continuous improvement across the site.The Role As Production Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing daily production activities, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality standards are met.
You'll lead a team of supervisors and operatives, driving performance and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities 1.Manage day-to-day production operations to meet output and quality targets 2.Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) 3.Ensure compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, BRC) 4.Monitor KPIs and drive performance improvements 5.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering and quality 6.Coach and develop team members to build capability and engagement 7.Maintain a safe working environment and promote best practices What We're Looking For 1.Proven experience in a production management role within the food industry 2.Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies 3.Excellent leadership and communication skills 4.Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality systems 5.Proficient in production planning tools and Microsoft Office 6.A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on resultsWhat's in It for You 1.Competitive salary (£35K-£45K DOE) 2.Day-based working hours for better work-life balance 3.Opportunity to shape and improve production processes 4.Supportive team culture and career development opportunitiesReady to take the next step in your career? Apply today and help us drive excellence in food manufacturing.
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Type: Permanent Location: Yeovil, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: £35k - 45k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-11-17 11:34:56
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Manufacturing Administrator Location: Near Yeovil Perm role £ Competitive Depending on experience My client, a well-established and successful family-owned FMCG manufacturing business, is seeking to appoint a Manufacturing Administrator / Stock and Sales Administrator for their facility located on the outskirts of Yeovil, near Wincanton.
Operating from contemporary premises, the appointed Administrator will play a pivotal role within the office team, providing technical and quality support, managing stock administration for production, and assisting the accounts department with sales administration.
This position is particularly suited to candidates possessing prior experience in manufacturing administration who are keen to further develop their careers.
Key Responsibilities: ·Complete, process, and file documentation related to Goods In, Goods Out, and stock control.
·Support comprehensive stock traceability throughout the manufacturing process.
·Maintain accurate records using an ERP/MRP system.
·Assist with client sales, technical, and quality enquiries.
·Manage internal stock and facilitate physical stock checks.
·Provide general sales and office administrative support.
Skills & Experience Required: ·Proficient in computer usage, preferably with experience in modern MRP systems, specifically Bills of Material.
·Previous background in manufacturing, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or packaging industries is preferred.
·Strong analytical, numerical, and communication abilities.
·Exceptional attention to detail.
·Effective communication skills for regular interaction with factory personnel and customers.
·Excellent organisational skills, both written and verbal, essential due to the high volume of products managed.
·Collaborative team player, adept at multitasking and willing to be hands-on.
Benefits: ·Competitive base salary (dependent on experience) ·28 days holiday including bank holidays ·Pension scheme ·Modern kitchen facilities ·On-site parking ·Career development opportunities ·Open-plan office environment ·Christmas shutdown ·Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-16:30 This role is commutable from Yeovil, Wincanton, Shepton mallet, Castle Cary, Martock, Somerton and may suit a candidate that has previously worked in stock control as a junior administrator, stock controller, QA Quality auditor, Technical administrator, ERP administrator, Technical assistant ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Sparkford, Somerset, England
Salary / Rate: competitive
Posted: 2025-11-17 11:33:59
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Street Cleaner X2 - Exmouth Area- £13.72p/h Cleaning role may include bin emptying, litter picking and cleaning public toilets Initially Temporary but may lead to a Permanent opportunity Two roles - Thursday- Monday One role - Monday - Friday Must have Cleaning experience, no transport required Other similar roles also available in Sidmouth, Seaton, Axminster, Budleigh.
Exeter area.
Type: Contract Location: Exmouth, Devon, England
Salary / Rate: £13.72 - 13.72 per hour + .
Posted: 2025-11-17 11:32:33
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Production & Supply Chain PlannerCullompton £ up to 35,000 DOE We’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Production & Supply Chain Planner to coordinate the flow of livestock, raw materials, and finished goods through the butchery and production process.
This is a key role at the heart of our operations, ensuring that the right products are produced at the right time to meet customer demand — all while upholding the companies values of integrity, quality, and sustainability.As the Production & Supply Chain Planner, you’ll:
Develop and manage weekly production schedules across our Butchery, Packing, and Small Goods teams.Translate sales forecasts and stock requirements into actionable production plans.Balance operational capacity with carcass volumes to optimise throughput and reduce downtime.Coordinate with Farming Coordinators, suppliers, and logistics teams to ensure smooth and timely supply chain operations.Monitor production progress daily and adjust plans to respond to changing demand or supply conditions.Maintain accurate data in systems such as OrderWise and Aptean SI to support forecasting, yield analysis, and traceability.Produce regular performance reports on production efficiency, stock levels, and forecast accuracy.Work closely with Sales, Product, and Operations teams to plan for new product launches and seasonal peaks.
Production & Supply Chain Planner skills and experience:
Strong analytical and planning skills, with proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data modelling).Experience in production or supply chain planning — ideally within food manufacturing or processing.Excellent communication and coordination skills with a proactive, problem-solving approach.
Experience using OrderWise or Aptean SI systems.Understanding of butchery, carcass breakdown, and product yield optimisation.Background in meat, food production, or FMCG environments.
If you’re motivated by precision, sustainability, and teamwork — we’d love to hear from you so send your CV today ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cullompton, Devon, England
Salary / Rate: £30k - 35k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-11-10 10:26:56
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Quality ManagerExeter Up to £38,000 DOEFantastic opportunity to join an established and growing manufacturer of premium products in a Technical Manager role. This could suit a Quality Manager / Supervisor seeking the next step in their career Based near Exeter, this position reports directly to the Technical Director and offers a varied workload split 50% office-based and 50% factory-based.Quality Manager Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the workload of the Quality Team.Prepare, manage, and follow up on all internal and third-party audits, including BRCGS and customer-specific inspections.Coordinate HACCP program activities when required.Oversee day-to-day management of all Food Safety, Quality, and Compliance aspects.Investigate and respond to customer complaints.Troubleshoot technical and process issues on site.Validate shopfloor processes and machinery implementation.Support production efficiencies from a technical perspective.Provide technical guidance and training to the manufacturing team to build awareness of quality and technical issues.Manage pest control visits and ensure recommendations are implemented.Oversee external calibrations (scales, magnets, X-Ray).Support NPD technical sign-off during first productions.Provide cover for the Technical Director when required.Carry out other technical duties as needed.
Quality Manager Skills & Qualifications
Degree in Food Science or related discipline.Proven experience in food manufacturing.Practical experience with BRC accreditation, ISO 9001, and HACCP.Desirable: Experience in internal auditing, customer audits, and handling customer technical queries.Flexible and able to work effectively under pressure.
Key WordsTechnical Manager | QA | Quality Assurance | QMS | Quality Systems | Quality Audit | Technical Assistant | Food Science | Quality Supervisor | HACCP | BRC | ISO9001 | Food Manufacturing ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Exeter, Devon, England
Salary / Rate: £38k - 40k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-11-10 10:25:09
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Technical ManagerExeter Up to £38,000 DOEFantastic opportunity to join an established and growing manufacturer of premium products in a Technical Manager role.Based near Exeter, this position reports directly to the Technical Director and offers a varied workload split 50% office-based and 50% factory-based.Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the workload of the Quality Team.Prepare, manage, and follow up on all internal and third-party audits, including BRCGS and customer-specific inspections.Coordinate HACCP program activities when required.Oversee day-to-day management of all Food Safety, Quality, and Compliance aspects.Investigate and respond to customer complaints.Troubleshoot technical and process issues on site.Validate shopfloor processes and machinery implementation.Support production efficiencies from a technical perspective.Provide technical guidance and training to the manufacturing team to build awareness of quality and technical issues.Manage pest control visits and ensure recommendations are implemented.Oversee external calibrations (scales, magnets, X-Ray).Support NPD technical sign-off during first productions.Provide cover for the Technical Director when required.Carry out other technical duties as needed.
Skills & Qualifications
Degree in Food Science or related discipline.Proven experience in food manufacturing.Practical experience with BRC accreditation, ISO 9001, and HACCP.Desirable: Experience in internal auditing, customer audits, and handling customer technical queries.Flexible and able to work effectively under pressure.
Key WordsTechnical Manager | QA | Quality Assurance | QMS | Quality Systems | Quality Audit | Technical Assistant | Food Science | Quality Supervisor | HACCP | BRC | ISO9001 | Food Manufacturing ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Exeter, Devon, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £38k - 40k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-11-05 10:18:39
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Multi Skilled Engineer (Days - FMCG) - Newton Abbot Salary £43,000 + Excellent BenefitsMy client is a well-established manufacturing company based in the heart of beautiful Devon.
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.
Shift Hours: ·2 weeks 05:00 - 13:00 ·2 weeks 14:30 - 22:30 ·On call rotation 1 week in every 4The role will involve:·Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance ·Electrical and mechanical fault finding on production machinery ·Supporting project and installation work where needed Multi Skilled Engineer Skills/ Qualifications Required: ·Multi-Skilled Engineer but with a strong Electrical biased.
·Experience working within an FMCG environment.
·Knowledge and experience of Health and Safey, HACCP and GMP across a manufacturing site.
·TIG welding.
·18th Edition.
·PAT Testing Salary and Benefits: ·£43,000 ·Discretionary annual bonus ·Referral scheme ·Sick pay ·Free parking ·Call out payments and Overtime If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Newton Abbot, Devon, England
Salary / Rate: £43k - 44k per year + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-11-03 11:48:48
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Production & Supply Chain PlannerCullompton £ up to 35,000 DOE We’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Production & Supply Chain Planner to coordinate the flow of livestock, raw materials, and finished goods through the butchery and production process.
This is a key role at the heart of our operations, ensuring that the right products are produced at the right time to meet customer demand — all while upholding the companies values of integrity, quality, and sustainability.As the Production & Supply Chain Planner, you’ll:
Develop and manage weekly production schedules across our Butchery, Packing, and Small Goods teams.Translate sales forecasts and stock requirements into actionable production plans.Balance operational capacity with carcass volumes to optimise throughput and reduce downtime.Coordinate with Farming Coordinators, suppliers, and logistics teams to ensure smooth and timely supply chain operations.Monitor production progress daily and adjust plans to respond to changing demand or supply conditions.Maintain accurate data in systems such as OrderWise and Aptean SI to support forecasting, yield analysis, and traceability.Produce regular performance reports on production efficiency, stock levels, and forecast accuracy.Work closely with Sales, Product, and Operations teams to plan for new product launches and seasonal peaks.
Production & Supply Chain Planner skills and experience:
Strong analytical and planning skills, with proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data modelling).Experience in production or supply chain planning — ideally within food manufacturing or processing.Excellent communication and coordination skills with a proactive, problem-solving approach.
Experience using OrderWise or Aptean SI systems.Understanding of butchery, carcass breakdown, and product yield optimisation.Background in meat, food production, or FMCG environments.
If you’re motivated by precision, sustainability, and teamwork — we’d love to hear from you so send your CV today ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cullompton, Devon, England
Salary / Rate: £30k - 35k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-11-03 11:46:39
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Quality Assurance Coordinator Location: Ivybridge, Plymouth area Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours/week (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM), Salary: Circa £28,000 Depending on experience (subject to review after probation) About Us -Our client is a growing food manufacturer based in the Ivybridge area, supplying high-quality products to customers across the UK.
Their Technical team ensures every batch meets rigorous standards-and they are looking for a motivated individual to join them in this key role.
The Role As the successful Quality Assurance Coordinator, you'll be trained across all areas of the Technical department, gaining hands-on experience in QA processes and potentially overseeing QA operations onsite.
Some QA experience will be helpful - a proactive attitude and a willingness to learn.
If you've worked in catering or food production, you'll bring valuable insight to the role.
This role may also suit a food graduate.
Key Responsibilities ·Conduct positive release testing on all products prior to dispatch ·Perform internal audits and collaborate with other departments to resolve actions ·Manage the micro testing schedule (no lab experience needed-full training provided) ·Support the non-compliance and concession process ·Assist with document and SOP updates, including training delivery ·Learn and support specification tasks such as raw material checks, label declarations, and customer SAQsWhat We're Looking For ·Energetic and detail-oriented individual ·Experience in QA, food production, or catering is helpful but not essential ·Strong communication and organisational skills ·Willingness to learn and take initiative ·Comfortable working independently and within a teamWhat We Offer ·Full training across technical and QA functions ·Supportive team environment with room to grow ·Salary review after successful probation ·No weekend work-enjoy your time off!Role may suit some one that has previously worked as a QA Quality Assurance Technician Quality Assurance Specialist Quality Control Technician QA Analyst QA Coordinator QA Inspector QA Assistant, Technical Assistant and is commutable from Plymouth, Totnes, South Brent, Yealampton, Kingsbridge, Modbury, Bittaford, Ugborough ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Ivybridge, Devon, England
Salary / Rate: £28k per year + .
Posted: 2025-11-03 11:42:41
