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Machine Setter Stevenage £31,000 - £35,000 Alexander Steele are delighted to be supporting a successful and growing food manufacturing business with the recruitment of multiple Machine Setters across a range of shift patterns. Available Shift Patterns & Salary Day Shift 4 on / 4 off rotation 7:00am - 7:00pm £31,000 per annum Night Shift 4 on / 4 off rotation 7:00pm - 7:00am £35,000 per annum This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment where you'll receive full training, career development opportunities, and the chance to work with modern production equipment. Whether you're an experienced Machine Setter, a Production Operative looking for progression, or someone with a strong mechanical aptitude seeking a career in manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As a Machine Setter, you will be responsible for setting up, operating and optimising production machinery to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You'll work closely with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to maximise performance, minimise downtime and support continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Set up, adjust and operate manufacturing equipment. Complete product changeovers safely and efficiently. Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot issues. Carry out routine equipment checks and basic maintenance activities. Maintain high standards of health & safety, food safety and housekeeping. Complete production and quality documentation accurately. Support production targets relating to efficiency, quality and waste reduction. Work collaboratively with Engineering, Quality and Production teams. Contribute ideas and initiatives to improve operational performance. Desirable Experience Previous manufacturing, engineering or food production experience. Experience setting or operating machinery. Mechanical aptitude or interest in engineering. Knowledge of GMP, quality systems or continuous improvement methodologies. Relevant Engineering, Manufacturing or STEM qualifications. Who Should Apply? This opportunity would be ideal for: Experienced Machine Setters seeking their next challenge. Production Operatives looking to progress into a technical role. Apprentices completing engineering or manufacturing programmes. Recent graduates looking to build a career within manufacturing. Individuals with a practical, mechanical mindset who enjoy problem-solving. Candidates looking for long-term career progression within a growing business

Are you a team player with a passion for food and people? Do you thrive in a busy environment? If so, then we are looking for someone just like you to help us deliver exceptional customer experience for Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 22 hours per week.\n \n \nAs a Customer Services Assistant, you will contribute to a passionate and friendly team working in a fast-paced environment. You'll get...\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking to join a food manufacturing company based in Stevenage? You will be electrically bias and have experience of working within a food / FMCG environment. As a Maintenance Engineer you will play a key part in minimising downtime, supporting continuous improvement and ensuring a safe and efficient working environment. Offering a salary of £51,750 working a 4 on 4 off days & night shift pattern. Key Responsibilities Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) on production equipment Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise disruption to production Repair and maintain the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic elements of the plant Fault-find and resolve recurring machinery issues Support the development and improvement of planned maintenance systems Carry out routine checks, lubrication and scheduled maintenance Ensure machinery is maintained and repaired to a high standard Work closely with production and engineering teams to resolve issues Ideal Candidate: Apprentice-trained Maintenance Engineer, qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Strong electrical and mechanical maintenance background Experience working within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs and drives Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills Able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental standards If you are interested in this great opportunity, click APPLY NOW via the job board! TPBN1_UKTJ

A food industry startup in Hitchin is seeking a creative Electrical and Controls Engineer to lead the design of automated systems and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience in engineering, particularly in automation and manufacturing, along with strong PLC programming skills. The role offers a chance to impact a fast-growing company focused on innovation, with benefits including 25 days of holiday, pension contributions, and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

At One Good Thing, we are shaking up the food industry with the world’s first wrapper-free energy bars. Our disruptive proprietary beeswax-based coating provides the benefits of plastic packaging without the waste, applied with our unique manufacturing machinery. We are a bold, ambitious and fast-growing startup looking for passionate, high-energy individuals who take pride in their work and thrive on solving original product challenges. We are looking for a creative and driven Electrical and Controls Engineer who will lead the design and development, prototyping, and delivery of electromechanical systems and automated production line systems. The role is accountable for technical ownership of projects, mentoring junior engineers, and delivering production-ready solutions with urgency. It directly supports the Engineering department’s objectives: • Strengthening and supporting existing hardware for operations., • Designing the next generation of production line systems to increase throughput., • Creating novel solutions in food coating application, soft food moulding, and related technologies to ensure and retain market leadership. As we are a small team, your role and activities will be wide-reaching. You will be joining OGT at an exciting period of growth and this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact and share in our success. • System Design & Development: Create electrical schematics, panel designs and control logic for new automated machinery and robotic systems., • Programming: Develop and debug PLC code. You will be the "brain" behind the machine, ensuring smooth, safe, and efficient operations., • Verification & Validation testing: Own a significant portion of the testing phase of our product development lifecycle, in tandem with our test engineer., • Continuous Improvement: Identify bottlenecks in our current assets and implement hardware or software "upgrades" to boost OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)., • R&D Support: Collaborate with the design team to build prototypes, run feasibility tests, and document results for new product or process developments., • Technical Documentation: Maintain accurate wiring diagrams, IO lists, functional descriptions and all production-oriented documentation., • Mission-Driven & Ambitious: You’re excited by our "unique" wrapper-free product and see its original challenges as an innovation playground., • The Inquisitive Maker: You don’t just accept the status quo; you ask "why?" and take the initiative to solve problems before being asked., • Ultimate team player: We are a small team with big objectives. Working together is a must, communicating clearly and helping each other help us succeed., • High Standards & Pride: Whether running a test sequence or writing a technical specifications document, you care about excellence. You know that in production, detail equals safety and quality., • Reliable & Optimistic: You’re a "glass-half-full" teammate who balances a positive attitude with the honesty needed to maintain high performance., • The "Growth" Mindset: You don't just want a job; you want a career. You have a strong ambition to grow your technical toolkit as the business scales, and you want to partake in creating the building blocks of a strong and efficient company., • One Team: We have a "muck-in" culture. On any given day, you might see an engineer helping production—we win and lose as one team., • Drive & Delivery: We aren’t a standard 9-to-5. We value speed and delivery, looking for people who stay until the job is done and proactively seek the next challenge., • In-Person Collaboration: We are an "in-person" team because we believe camaraderie and quick problem-solving happen best together in the workshop., • Growth & Acceleration: This is for those who want to move fast. We want people willing to work hard to achieve shared success and grow their careers., • Experience: Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in an electrical or controls engineering environment, ideally in manufacturing or automation sectors., • The Logic: Minimum of 2 years of proven experience programming PLC systems. While we use various platforms, specific experience with Beckhoff (TwinCAT) is highly desirable., • Hardware Fluency: Comfortable with electrical panel design, sensor selection and integration, and motor drive configuration., • Education: A degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls, Automation, or a related field (or equivalent hands‑on vocational experience)., • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Pension contributions, • Free OGT subscription, • Share options (EMI scheme), • …. And more to come! At present, we require candidates to have unrestricted right to work in the UK. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our management teams don’t just run stores - they’re the driving force behind our business. With bold leadership, a passion for service and an eye for opportunity, they empower teams to raise the bar every single day for our customers. Whether it's product availability, safety standards, or delivering seamless daily operations, they’re hands‑on, sleeves‑rolled‑up changemakers. And the impact? Work becomes more rewarding for our colleagues, and shopping becomes a next‑level experience for every customer who walks through our doors. This is how we bring our purpose to life, one powerful action at a time. • Lead a team of managers to make sure every single one of our customers has a great experience in store everywhere from the checkouts to the petrol station., • Planning for upcoming key trading activity and events by working closely with the rest of the store leadership team., • Regularly taking full accountability for the store in the absence of a store manager, role modelling and coaching for high standards and efficiency across the store., • Running operations at our checkout areas both manned and self - scan, petrol stations (If we have one) and back of house services., • People management is also big part of the role, managing performance and capability, conducting disciplinaries and ensuring scheduling and pay are accurate., • A passionate leader who is consistently ambitious for their customers and colleagues, every day, growing their team to do the same., • Experience of managing managers, in a fast‑paced, customer‑facing environment., • An operator who is comfortable managing alone in the absence of more senior management., • Driven to deliver high performance with a focus on efficiency and engagement., • Confident in the use of data, and understanding / interpreting KPI's or other performance indicators, and has experience of improving these., • Puts inclusivity at the heart of what they do and uses this to build an inclusive team and working environment., • Can manage disciplinaries, performance issues or other similar employee relations issues (Up to dismissal)., • Experience leading large teams in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment — you’ve developed leaders, built high‑performing teams, and created a culture of ownership and accountability., • A track record of delivering exceptional customer experiences across complex operations, with evidence of delivering these through your team., • Proven success in delivering and improving KPIs — from sales and stock availability to customer satisfaction and colleague engagement, you’ve driven results that matter., • Experience managing sensitive and complex people matters, including performance, absence, and formal employee relations cases, with confidence, fairness, and sound judgement., • Leadership experience in an operational environment — whether in retail, hospitality, or food service — where you’ve owned departmental performance and confidently led the store in the absence of senior leadership., • Can evidence leading change — whether rolling out new ways of working, embedding new systems, or shifting team mindsets, you’ve brought people with you and made change stick. Salary will be dependent upon your experience as well as the store size, complexity and location. Alongside this, we also offer a great range of benefits for our managers, including: • Discount card – 10% discount off on your shopping at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu and Habitat after four weeks. This increases to 15% discount off at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday., • An annual bonus scheme based on our, and your, performance., • Free food and hot drinks provided for Colleagues in all our stores., • Generous holiday entitlement, maternity and paternity leave., • Pension – we’ll match 4-7.5% of your pension contributions., • Sainsbury’s share scheme – build up an investment at discounted rates., • Wellbeing support – access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice., • Colleague networks – link with like‑minded people to help fulfil your potential., • Our Cycle to Work scheme gives you the opportunity to hire a new bike and cycling equipment, whilst saving on tax and NI., • Special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more. We are dedicated to being a truly inclusive retailer, where every colleague can achieve their full potential and every customer feels welcome when they shop with us. To support this commitment, our colleagues may be entitled to a range of enhanced discretionary leave for families, as well as support for carers. We provide our colleagues resources to help them understand and support their role and their team effectively. Our internal colleague networks seek to ensure true representation for everyone, helping us identify and remove barriers that our colleagues may face. We are proud to offer a range of development opportunities, including mentorship, training, and career progression pathways, to help our colleagues grow and succeed. We also celebrate diversity through various initiatives and events, fostering a culture of inclusion and respect. If you would like to learn more about our commitment to inclusivity, please take a look here. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know, and we will endeavour to support you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Production Shift Manager Letchworth Garden City | Nights | 4 on, 4 off £16m has just been invested into this manufacturing operation. New equipment. Increased automation. A site that’s investing heavily in where it’s going next. Now they need someone to lead it. We’re looking for a Production Shift Manager to take full ownership of one highly automated production line, leading a team of around 20 people on the night shift. You’ll report into the Production Manager, but when you’re on shift, this is your operation. Your line. Your team. Your numbers. You’ll be responsible for getting the best out of both the people and the equipment, making sure the shift delivers against its production plan while maintaining standards across safety, quality, waste and efficiency. And with 20 people looking to you for leadership, this is as much about people as it is production. You’ll be visible on the floor. Setting expectations. Coaching and developing your team. Managing performance. Making sure everyone knows what good looks like. At the same time, you’ll know your numbers. Where are you losing OEE? Why is waste increasing? What’s causing downtime? What needs to change to get more from the line? • Leading, coaching and developing a production team of around 20 people, • Taking ownership of one highly automated production line, • Delivering the production plan safely and efficiently, • Driving performance across OEE, output, waste and downtime, • Managing individual and team performance across the shift, • Working closely with Engineering to improve reliability and minimise downtime, • Leading effective shift handovers and communicating performance clearly, • Driving continuous improvement across your area, • Maintaining high standards across food safety, quality and H&S, • Reporting directly into the Production Manager You’ll already have experience leading a sizeable team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Food manufacturing experience would be ideal, particularly if you’ve worked with high-speed, automated production or packaging lines. You could currently be a Production Shift Manager, Shift Manager, Production Team Manager, Manufacturing Manager or a strong Production Supervisor ready to take on more responsibility. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable being accountable. Someone who can lead 20 people, understand what’s happening on their line and drive performance rather than simply report on it. Letchworth Garden City Permanent Nights 4 on, 4 off Team of approximately 20 One highly automated production line £16m recently invested into the operation Reporting into the Production Manager The equipment has had the investment. Now they need the leadership to get the best out of it. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Machine Setter Stevenage £31,000 - £35,000 Alexander Steele are delighted to be supporting a successful and growing food manufacturing business with the recruitment of multiple Machine Setters across a range of shift patterns. Available Shift Patterns & Salary Day Shift 4 on / 4 off rotation 7:00am - 7:00pm £31,000 per annum Night Shift 4 on / 4 off rotation 7:00pm - 7:00am £35,000 per annum This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment where you'll receive full training, career development opportunities, and the chance to work with modern production equipment. Whether you're an experienced Machine Setter, a Production Operative looking for progression, or someone with a strong mechanical aptitude seeking a career in manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As a Machine Setter, you will be responsible for setting up, operating and optimising production machinery to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You'll work closely with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to maximise performance, minimise downtime and support continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Set up, adjust and operate manufacturing equipment. Complete product changeovers safely and efficiently. Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot issues. Carry out routine equipment checks and basic maintenance activities. Maintain high standards of health & safety, food safety and housekeeping. Complete production and quality documentation accurately. Support production targets relating to efficiency, quality and waste reduction. Work collaboratively with Engineering, Quality and Production teams. Contribute ideas and initiatives to improve operational performance. Desirable Experience Previous manufacturing, engineering or food production experience. Experience setting or operating machinery. Mechanical aptitude or interest in engineering. Knowledge of GMP, quality systems or continuous improvement methodologies. Relevant Engineering, Manufacturing or STEM qualifications. Who Should Apply? This opportunity would be ideal for: Experienced Machine Setters seeking their next challenge. Production Operatives looking to progress into a technical role. Apprentices completing engineering or manufacturing programmes. Recent graduates looking to build a career within manufacturing. Individuals with a practical, mechanical mindset who enjoy problem-solving. Candidates looking for long-term career progression within a growing business. TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Description Assistant Manager – Be Part of an Exciting New Opening! /n Are you a hands-on hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced, energetic environment? Do you love great food, great people and creating memorable guest experiences? /n We're looking for an Assistant Manager to join an exciting, rapidly growing brand and play a key role in its continued success. /n This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who w... /n /n ZIPC1_UKCT