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Your new company A leading global aerospace manufacturer is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join a high-performing engineering and operations team. This organisation supplies complex, safety-critical components to major aerospace OEMs and is continuing to invest in its UK manufacturing capability. This role offers the opportunity to work in a regulated, high-precision environment, supporting both new product introduction and ongoing production across advanced manufacturing processes. Your new role • Develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing processes to support production and NPI activities., • Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, routings, and bills of process, • Provide day-to-day engineering support to the shop floor, resolving technical and process issues., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, cost, delivery, and safety, • Support industrialisation activities, including tooling, fixtures, and process validation, • Ensure compliance with aerospace standards, regulatory requirements, and internal procedures, • Degree or equivalent qualification in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, • Proven experience in a manufacturing engineering role within an aerospace or other regulated manufacturing environment, • Strong understanding of machining, assembly, or complex manufacturing processes, • Experience working with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools, • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Opportunity to work on high-value aerospace programmes, • Structured career development within a well-established engineering organisation, • Supportive, safety-focused, and quality-driven working environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

QHSE Manager Chester £45,000 - £52,000 + benefits (dependent on experience) Aspion Search is partnering with a long-established engineering manufacturer to hire a hands-on QHSE Manager. The business operates across multiple UK sites and is known for excellent staff retention and strong technical capability. The QHSE Manager will lead Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental standards across its UK sites. The Business: • Market leader with a strong engineering heritage and supportive culture., • Growth & progression: the company is in a major growth phase, with clear routes into senior technical or leadership roles., • Newly created, high-impact role where you can shape site-wide improvements., • Long-standing business with a strong product range and continued investment., • Multi-site exposure and close collaboration with senior leadership., • Excellent long-term stability and opportunities for progression. The Role of the QHSE Manager: The QHSE Manager will lead the QHSE strategy, acting as the driving force behind compliance, operational excellence, and cultural change. This is a newly created role where you will have real freedom to modernise systems, develop standards, build engagement, and shape long-term performance. If you enjoy stepping into a role where you can transform processes, educate teams, and bring sites together under one consistent approach, this position offers exactly that. Responsibilities of the QHSE Manager: • Lead the QHSE strategy across multiple UK sites, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and internal standards., • Develop, implement and maintain QHSE policies, procedures, and management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)., • Plan and conduct internal audits and coordinate external audits and certifications., • Own incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions., • Drive continuous improvement in safety culture, quality performance and environmental standards., • Develop and maintain risk assessments, safe systems of work and associated documentation., • Work closely with Operations and Engineering to improve product quality and process reliability., • Deliver engaging QHSE training and toolbox talks across all levels of the business., • Support the rollout of 5S and lean workplace organisation initiatives., • Build strong relationships with site QHSE champions and ensure consistent standards across all locations. About the QHSE Manager: • Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering / Manufacturing (or similar), • NEBOSH General Certificate, • Lead Auditor ISO 9001 (ISO 14001 / 45001), • At least 3 year’s QHSE experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment, • Strong understanding of production processes, machinery safety & quality systems, • Experience working across multi-site operations, • Background in “hands-on” environments, • SAP experience, • Confident communicator across all levels from shopfloor to senior leadership., • Practical, hands-on approach with strong coaching and influencing ability., • Enthusiastic, proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills., • Someone ambitious, capable, and looking for long-term progression within the business. Benefits of the QHSE: • 4% matched pension contributions., • Life cover at 2× basic salary., • Paid medical appointment attendance & annual screenings, • Service recognition from Year 1., • 37 hours/week with early finish Fridays., • 25 days’ holiday + public holidays. Find out more about our available opportunities or how I can help you further your career – contact me today. Applications must have the right to work in the UK. Please contact Adele Lewis or click Apply Now. Call: 0151 209 2050 or 07537 163611 Email:

And this is us! Anglian Home Improvements, the UK's leading home improvement business, proud of our craftsmanship and service, which has kept customers coming back time and time again for over 50 years. Following up on warm sales leads, visiting customers in their own homes or utilising our new remo

We're working in partnership with a well-established contractor delivering asphalt works, pavement renewal and road improvement schemes across the North West.With a strong pipeline of work secured with local authorities, major contractors and housebuilders, the business continues to expand its regio

The Wholesale Manager (known internally as a Trade Sales Specialist) is responsible for driving and increasing Trade business sales across the North West visiting around 20 stores across the region. This is an exciting role for an experienced sales person with experience working within the Trade or Retail sector. In return you will have a fantastic career with uncapped sales bonus (on target earnings at 10%), competitive salary, company car, lunch allowance, private pension, continuous development and career opportunities if you wish. The Trade Sales Consultant is primarily responsible for driving and increasing Trade business sales within the North West. As such, responsible for growing, developing, maintaining and managing the overall relationship with new and existing Trade customers on behalf of Sherwin-Williams, B&Q / Trade Point. This responsibility requires 60% of time spent at the customers job sites and business locations, including meeting with and further developing business customer relationships. Through this effort, the ultimate goal is to increase Sales penetration within assigned region. In this role you will be accountable for... Responsible for building the rapport and partnering with Key Decision Makers at B&Q / Trade Point. Responsible for working collaboratively with the Territory Sales Consultants and B&Q / Trade Point personnel to identify and grow new Trade sales opportunities. Responsible for collaborating directly with and involving the Head of Trade on sales and service opportunities and new business leads and generations. Conduct product, application, and sales training sessions with all relevant B&Q / Trade Point personnel. Provide extraordinary service to both Trade customers and B&Q / Tradepoint, which includes, but not limited to: job-site demonstrations, problem solving, executing and following up on Paint trials, tinting / mixing paint as needed, and delivering paint to a job-site. Maintain an appropriate weekly Trade customer call rate and input all new contacts + maintain existing contacts in SFDC. The skills and experience you will ideally have... 3+ years of relevant professional sales experience and / or calling on contractors within retail or consumer goods industry Experience selling products to strategic accounts in home improvement, construction, or property maintenance industry Strong Organizational & Communication skills Conducting presentations to groups of employees P&L / Budget Management Ability to work a flexible work schedule. This could include evenings and weekends on occasion. Must have a valid drivers licence Our offer: A competitive salary and sales incentive bonus (uncapped) Private pension (6% company contributed) Hybrid company car and fuel card Lunch allowance Flexible working Career opportunitieswithin a globalorganisation At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in: Life with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being Career with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution Connection with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible Eligibility to Work You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for. Equal Opportunity Employer An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law. Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process. TPBN1_UKTJ

Shift Cover Maintenance Engineer - Chester/Deeside £30.00 - £40.00 Per Hour 8- 12 HR Shifts Days/Nights gap technical are proud to be representing this market leading manufacturing business in their search for a Shift Cover Maintenance Engineer to work at their facility based near Wrexham This work is ideal for Engineers that are looking for additional income whilst working shifts or Engineers that are looking for Part Time work Performance Objectives To support the manufacturing process by responding effectively to equipment breakdowns, carrying out scheduled maintenance work and being proactive on the correction and modification of reoccurring machine processing faults. To respond effectively to equipment breakdowns and ensure maximum focus is given to their nominated production area To fault find in an effective and efficient manner whilst utilising the various machines historic / information documentation To establish harmonious relations with the operational staff and to work flexibly with them To train operational team members to perform minor maintenance tasks and to assist in major repairs Ensuring that machinery is maintained and repaired to a high standard. Pro-active in the reduction of engineering downtime and continuous improvement of the process and the department. Person Specification The successful candidate will ideally of completed a Timeserved engineering apprenticeship A background in FMCG/Packaging Manufacturing will be a distinct advantage however not a prerequisite. Ability to Fault Find on 3 Phase Electrical Systems, Drives an I/O PLC Fault Finding You must be an excellent communicator and be able to plan and organise efficiently. Closing date 17/01/2026 TPBN1_UKTJ

Based in North Wales, this leading European manufacturing organisation is recognised for its innovation and award-winning production facilities. As a Maintenance Engineer, join a highly skilled team supporting maintenance and engineering projects across a modern manufacturing site. BASIC SALARY: Up to £40,000 BENEFITS: · Early finish on Friday's - c20 x Friday's off per year! · Enhanced employer pension contributions · Reduced gym memberships · Health cash back scheme · Employee assistance programme · Subsidised on site canteen LOCATION: You'll be working from our office based in Wrexham. COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Chester, Deeside, Oswestry, Ellesmere, Whitchurch, Crewe, Shrewsbury, Mold, Rhyl, Market Drayton, Nantwich, Runcorn, Liverpool JOB DESCRIPTION: Maintenance Engineer, Facilities Maintenance Engineer - Manufacturing / Industrial Sector This Maintenance Engineer role is a hands-on position supporting electrical and mechanical maintenance across a busy manufacturing environment. Working closely with production, moulding, and automation teams, you'll help ensure the smooth operation of facilities and contribute to continuous improvement and maintenance projects. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintenance Engineer, Facilities Maintenance Engineer - Manufacturing / Industrial Sector As our Maintenance Engineer, you will: · Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance and installations in line with company safety systems and isolation policies · Manage general facilities maintenance, sourcing and supervising contractors on site · Support production and moulding operations with planned and reactive maintenance · Carry out energy-saving improvements and initiatives across the site · Work with TPM schedules and resolve production system breakdowns · Perform minor PLC programming adjustments to support automated systems PERSON SPECIFICATION: Maintenance Engineer, Facilities Maintenance Engineer - Manufacturing / Industrial Sector To become our Maintenance Engineer you will: · Have a HND (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering · Be ideally qualified to 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations · Have experience with small building or plumbing/heating projects advantageous · Posses strong problem-solving and project management skills · Be organised, detail-focused, and committed to safe working practices · Be an effective communicator who enjoys teamwork and taking ownership of tasks · Be motivated to continuously improve and develop technical knowledge THE COMPANY: We manufacture top of the range products from office printers, to industrial machining centres. We have won awards for our carbon neutral recycling facilities in Europe. We invest in our staff and promote growth within our business. PROSPECTS: As an international business, we offer the opportunity to work across the globe and support progression within the company. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Maintenance Engineer, Facilities Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Building Services Engineer, Multiskilled Engineer, or Maintenance Technician - manufacturing, industrial, or production environments with exposure to electrical installation, mechanical systems, TPM, PLCs, HVAC, plumbing, and automation equipment. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client. REF: SM18293, Wallace Hind Selection TPBN1_UKTJ

Based in North Wales, join a well-established manufacturing organisation as an Injection Moulding Supervisor and take a hands-on leadership role within a busy injection moulding department. Lead, develop, and support a skilled team while driving quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement across shift operations. BASIC SALARY: £32,000 BENEFITS: · 20% Shift Allowance · Enhanced employer pension contributions · Reduced gym memberships · Health cashback scheme · Employee Assistance Programme · Subsidised on-site canteen · Circa 20 Fridays off per year LOCATION: You'll be working from our office based in Wrexham. COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Wrexham, Chester, Deeside, Oswestry, Ellesmere, Whitchurch, Crewe, Shrewsbury, Mold, Rhyl, Nantwich, Runcorn, Liverpool JOB DESCRIPTION: Injection Moulding Supervisor - Manufacturing, Plastic Processing Machinery An opportunity has arisen for an Injection Moulding Supervisor to lead a small team within a high-volume moulding department. You will take responsibility for day-to-day shift operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and health & safety requirements are consistently met. This is a hands-on role, combining technical injection moulding expertise with people leadership and continuous improvement responsibilities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Injection Moulding Supervisor - Manufacturing, Plastic Processing Machinery · Setting and optimising injection moulding machines ranging from 10 to 650 tonne · Conducting mould tool trials and driving process optimisation · Carrying out first-line maintenance on moulding machines, ancillary equipment, and tooling · Ensuring quality checks are completed and parts meet customer specifications · Driving 6S, CIT, and Six Sigma continuous improvement initiatives · Ensuring production schedules, OEE targets, and shift KPIs are achieved · Leading, training, and developing shift staff · Ensuring all health & safety regulations, moulding procedures, and systems are adhered to PERSON SPECIFICATION: Injection Moulding Supervisor - Manufacturing, Plastic Processing Machinery · Experience with plastic processing machinery (advantageous but not essential - full training provided) · Knowledge of engineering polymers · Experience programming CNC 3-axis and pick-and-place robots · Computer literate with working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint · NVQ Level 3 in Polymer Processing or PTL Level 3 (desirable) · Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills · Experience working within a shift-based manufacturing environment · HNC level or above in an engineering discipline (desirable) THE COMPANY: We manufacture top of the range products from office printers, to industrial machining centres. We have won awards for our carbon neutral recycling facilities in Europe. We invest in our staff and promote growth within our business. PROSPECTS: As an international business, we offer the opportunity to work across the globe and support progression within the company. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Injection Moulding Technician, Injection Moulding Setter, Moulding Supervisor, Plastics Technician, Manufacturing Supervisor, polymer processing, injection moulding machines (10-650 tonne), engineering polymers, CNC programming, pick-and-place robotics, quality-led manufacturing, shift-based production environments. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client. REF: SM18357, Wallace Hind Selection TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Buyer - FMCG | Salary up to £90k Basic + Competitive Benefits | North West | Retail Zachary Daniels Recruitment are leading a search for a number of Senior Buyer roles within FMCG (retail). The Senior Buyer, FMCG is responsible for owning the commercial performance and strategic direction of assigned categories across a multichannel retail environment In the position of Senior Buyer - FMCG, you will lead a team to balance customer needs, margin delivery and long-term supplier value to deliver against annual and longer-term business objectives Key Responsibilities The Senior Buyer, FMCG will lead end-to-end category ownership, delivering sales, margin, availability and stock targets across store, online and other customer channels Own and lead supplier negotiations, securing competitive cost prices, improved trading terms, funding support and exclusive opportunities Develop, agree and manage Joint Business Plans (JBPs) with key strategic suppliers, ensuring shared objectives and measurable outcomes are delivered Conduct regular range reviews, using sales data, customer insight and market trends to optimise assortment, improve productivity and unlock growth Lead New Product Development (NPD) and range refresh activity, from commercial assessment through to launch and post-launch performance review Work closely with Supply Chain, Merchandising and Forecasting teams to ensure strong availability, efficient stock flow and minimal waste Analyse category and supplier performance in depth, identifying risks and opportunities and implementing corrective actions at pace Own promotional planning and pricing strategy, ensuring activity is customer-relevant, commercially robust and aligned with trading plans Build strong cross-functional relationships with Marketing, Digital, Operations and Finance to ensure category plans are executed seamlessly What the Ideal Candidate Will Offer Proven experience operating as a Senior Buyer, FMCG within a fast-paced, multichannel retail environment Strong track record of leading complex supplier negotiations and delivering improved commercial outcomes Demonstrable experience creating, managing and delivering Joint Business Plans with tier-one suppliers Deep understanding of range architecture, range reviews, space optimisation and product lifecycle management Highly commercial and numerate, with strong analytical skills and the ability to turn insight into action Confident stakeholder manager, able to influence internally and externally at senior level Customer-focused mindset with a strong understanding of shopper behaviour and value perception Proactive, resilient and comfortable challenging the status quo to drive continuous improvement Apply today to find out more! BH35136 TPBN1_UKTJ

QSHE Manager £45,000 - £50,000 + Autonomy + Monday to Friday + Company Benefits Chester, Cheshire Are you a QSHE Manager from an Engineering background looking to take the next step in your career and join a global manufacturer where you will put your own stamp on the department? On offer is this highly autonomous role where you will take ownership of Health, Safety and quality across sites, whilst playing a key role in continuous improvement. The company are a well-established, global manufacturer. Due to further growth, they are seeking a QSHE Manager to join their team and take the lead. This is a site-based role. You will oversee all Quality control procedures, ensure environmental, health and safety compliance across all sites in the UK. You will develop risk assessments, lead audits and set targets/ KPI's. This would suit a QSHE Manager from an Engineering or Manufacturing background looking to step up into a senior role with a global leader. The Role: Oversee Quality, Health & Safety and Environmental compliance. Liaising with Directors and Senior Management. Based out of Chester site with occasional travel to other sites in UK. The Person: QSHE Manager from an Engineering background NEBOSH (or equivalent) Commutable to Chester Reference: 264404 To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click 'Apply Now' or contact Evie Gent at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. TPBN1_UKTJ

A global insurance company is seeking a Business Analyst to enhance their operations in Greater London. The role involves analyzing business processes, managing requirements for various projects, and collaborating with multiple teams to ensure successful project delivery. Ideal candidates will have

A leading provider of healthcare services is seeking a Business Process Improvement Lead to drive process excellence and business scalability during a period of significant transformation. Business Process Improvement Lead. Support upcoming system implementations by ensuring business processes are r

While a process improvement qualification would be beneficial, we’re looking for applicants who have a positive, proactive attitude to business change, who are excited by the prospect of working autonomously and decisively, even when the brief is ambiguous or unclear. We’re looking for an Improv

They have a new and exciting opportunity for an experienced business development manager who will be responsible for growing their presence in the home improvement finance sector. It’s a great opportunity to join a dynamic and experienced team in a role that is pivotal to the business. We are look

A growing project management consultancy in Greater London is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to enhance business processes and work on high-profile projects. The ideal candidate will have 3 - 5 years of experience in business analysis, with strong skills in process mapping and data analysis