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Recruit4staff are representing a leading global manufacturing business in their search for a Process Technician to work in Wrexham \n Job Details: \n\n • Pay: £15.87 per hour, including shift allowance (9% shift allowance included)\n, • Hours of Work: Core hours 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Annualised hours contract requiring flexibility.\n, • This role will move to a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern and will subsequently progress to a 4-on, 4-off days and nights rotation with 12.25-hour shifts and a 1-hour unpaid break.\n, • Duration: Temporary (Temporary ongoing with a view to becoming permanent)\n\n Job Role: As a Process Technician, you will be based within the New Products facility supporting vial filling, lyophilisation, and vial capping operations. The Process Technician will operate manufacturing equipment, support validation activities, write and maintain procedures, and ensure all work is completed in accordance with GMP, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements. The successful Process Technician will also help maintain site readiness and support new product manufacturing activities. \n Essential Skills, Experience, or Qualifications: \n\n • Previous experience within a highly regulated manufacturing environment such as Pharmaceutical, Food, or Chemical production OR a degree in a science-related subject\n, • Ability to follow GMP, quality assurance, and regulatory procedures\n, • Strong attention to detail and documentation skills\n, • Experience operating manufacturing or production equipment\n\n Advantageous Skills, Experience, or Qualifications \n\n • Degree educated in a science-related discipline\n, • Experience with validation documentation and procedure writing\n, • Experience supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing processes\n\n Additional Information \n\n • State-of-the-art manufacturing facility with opportunities for long-term progression\n\n Commutable From: Wrexham, Chester, Oswestry, Wirral, Mold \n Similar Job Titles: Process Technician, Production Operative, Machine Operative, PPT, Chemical Operative, Graduate, Pharmaceutical Process Technician \n For further information about this and other Pharmaceutical Process Technician positions please apply now. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff who are operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agencies, employment agency or employment business.

HR Manager £60,000 - £72,000 pa Manufacturing North Wales | Chester South \n Are you a hands-on HR professional who thrives in the high-energy atmosphere of a fast-paced production environment? We are seeking a dynamic HR Manager to lead a site-based team for a leading food manufacturer, reporting into the HR Director. \n This is a visible, generalist role where you will hit the ground running, partnering closely with operational leaders to drive best practices and manage the full employee lifecycle. \n The Opportunity \n The business has seen consistent growth. This is an entrepreneurial environment where decisions are made quickly, allowing you to make a tangible impact without the burden of excessive red tape. You will be over seeing a small team of HR professionals, reporting to the HR Director and be ontop of everything from ER through to implementing policy and procedure. \n Key Responsibilities \n Employee Relations: Lead on complex ER cases including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management while ensuring full compliance with UK employment law. \n Team Leadership: Manage and develop a small, dedicated HR team. \n Operational Partnering: Coach and mentor line / floor managers to enhance their people management capabilities and shop-floor visibility. \n Change Management: Play a pivotal role in organisational change, including workforce planning and site transformation initiatives. \n Continuous Improvement: Drive enhancements in HR policies, processes, and systems \n The Ideal Candidate \n Proven Background: Significant HR experience within manufacturing, FMCG, or a blue-collar environment is essential. \n ER Specialist: Experience in managing complex employee relations. \n Leadership: Experience managing or mentoring team members. \n Mindset: A positive, energetic approach with the ability to work autonomously and influence stakeholders at all levels. \n Qualification: CIPD Level 5 or above \n If you have held a senior HR position in Manufacturing and feel this role aligns with your experience and next step we look forward to receiving you CV / application

Apply today to work as a Material Control Operator for our client, a professional yet friendly company that specialises in making and developing chilled meals for the top UK supermarkets, making over 3.7million chilled meals every week. Are you hardworking, reliable, and ready to be part of a dynamic team? We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team and help us deliver high-quality products to our customers every day. Staffline is recruiting Material Control Operators in Wrexham. The rate of pay is: - Days £13.65 per hour - Nights £14.72 per hour Overtime is available and is paid at: - Days £20.48 per hour - Nights £22.08 per hour This is a full-time role, and the hours of work are: - 4 on 4 off, 6am to 6pm - 4 on 4 off, 6pm to 6am A good level of flexibility is required. Your Time at Work As a Material Control Operator you will be responsible for: - Safe and efficient handling of materials throughout the production process. - Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe work environment in line with Health & Safety & area GMP +90%. - Coordinating with inventory teams to ensure all materials are properly tracked and available for production. - Monitoring and recording all Critical Control Points (CCP) during the materials transfer and chilling processes. - Assisting other operators in material control areas when needed to ensure no delays in production. - Keeping work areas clean and organized throughout the day, ensuring a "clean as you go" approach. Our Perfect Worker Our perfect worker will have the ability to work in environments with varying temperatures. You will show good attention to detail. Applicants will have basic communication skills, including both reading and writing and have the ability to work collaboratively with other teams. Experience in material handling, especially with liquid transfers, sauce processing, and chilling systems, is preferred. A strong commitment to maintaining GMP and safety in the work area at all times is essential. Key Information and Benefits - Earn £13.65 - £22.08 per hour - 4 on 4 off - Temp to perm opportunity - On-site support from Staffline - Canteen on site - Free food - Free hot drinks - PPE provided - Full training provided - Opportunities for overtime - Free car parking on site Job Ref: 1OMW About Staffline Staffline is the UK's largest recruitment solutions partner, enabling over 35,000 people into good work every week. We operate at more than 420 customer sites across England, Scotland and Wales. As one of the most established recruitment agencies in Nottingham with operations across the UK, we specialise in connecting businesses with temporary and permanent jobs across warehouse & logistics, food and drink, aviation, driving, technical & engineering, manufacturing & automotive and security. Important Information - Staffline and its subsidiaries do not charge any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process. - This job advert may not be copied, imitated, or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline. - Our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change. TPBN1_UKTJ

Great opportunity to work as a Stock Controller for our client, a professional yet friendly company that specialises in making and developing chilled meals for the top UK supermarkets, making over 3.7million chilled meals every week. Are you hardworking, reliable, and ready to be part of a dynamic team? We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team and help us deliver high-quality products to our customers every day. Staffline is recruiting Stock Controllers in Wrexham. The rate of pay is £15.22 per hour. Overtime is available and is paid at £22.83 per hour. This is a full-time role working a fixed night shift, and the hours of work are: - 18:00pm to 06:00am Please note: all training will be completed on day shifts initially before moving to the advertised shift pattern. Your Time at Work As a Stock Controller you will manage all dispatch administration and stock control of Raw materials from receipt to issue on to line, ensuring all movements are accounted for accurately, taking ownership for stock rotation and PI counts. Key duties: - Daily submission of shift sheets. - Daily Cycle count by stock room. - Investigate materials variance. - Action of concessions and waste on System 21. - Allocation of materials to line. - Spot checks of Area issuer daily sheets. - Shift signing in and out of scanning equipment's. - Shift Handover. - Shift breakdown for under/overuse on lines. - Liaise with LRK & MC supervisor on materials issues wherever necessary. - Ensure accurate information given reference stock receipts, holding and movements to accounts and HRA department. Our Perfect Worker Our ideal worker will have: - Experience within a fast-moving production environment. - Computer literate (Excel, Email, Data Entry) - Demonstrate the ability to implement and adhere to procedures. - Experience of understanding and delivering KPI's. - A sound academic background with good communication and interpersonal skills. - Basic computer literacy with a level of systems/scanning knowledge within out clients Systems - The ability to work well against rapidly changing dynamics to plan / tight deadlines. - Good level of flexibility required - The ability to stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, lift and move materials, and work in a fast-paced environment while following site safety procedures. - FLT experience is preferred, although training will be provided for the right candidate. Key Information and Benefits - Earn £15.22 - £22.83 per hour - Full-time - Temp-to-perm opportunity - On-site support from Staffline - Canteen on site - Free car parking on site - Free food - Free hot drinks - PPE provided - Full training provided - Opportunities for overtime Job Ref: 1OMW About Staffline Staffline is the UK's largest recruitment solutions partner, enabling over 35,000 people into good work every week. We operate at more than 420 customer sites across England, Scotland and Wales. As one of the most established recruitment agencies in Nottingham with operations across the UK, we specialise in connecting businesses with temporary and permanent jobs across warehouse & logistics, food and drink, aviation, driving, technical & engineering, manufacturing & automotive and security. Important Information - Staffline and its subsidiaries do not charge any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process. - This job advert may not be copied, imitated, or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline. - Our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change. TPBN1_UKTJ

£51,500 + Medical Continental Shift Pattern (7am - 7pm, 7pm - 7am) Wrexham We are looking for a skilled and proactive Shift Engineer to join a well-established food manufacturing site in Wrexham. Operating within a high-volume, fast-paced environment, you'll play a key role in ensuring production equipment runs safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem-solving and working as part of a collaborative shift team. • Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on manufacturing and packaging equipment, • Quickly diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime, • Support production teams to ensure machinery operates at optimal efficiency, • Complete preventative maintenance tasks in line with site schedules, • Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health & safety, food safety, and quality standards, • Accurately record maintenance activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, • Assist with equipment improvements, breakdown root cause analysis, and minor project work, • Work effectively on a continental shift pattern, handing over clearly between shifts, • Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline (or equivalent), • Proven experience working within a manufacturing environment (food, FMCG, or similar highly regulated sector preferred), • Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and/or electrical systems, • A proactive, team-focused approach with good communication skills, • Ability to work calmly under pressure and make sound engineering decisions, • BUPA Healthcare, • Free EV Charging, • Free Meals from Onsite Canteen, • 5% Employer Pension, • Rewards Platform, • Discounted Groceries Ideal background / Previous roles may include: Maintenance Engineer, Shift Engineer, Shift Technician, Reliability Engineer or field service engineer #J-18808-Ljbffr

Duration: 6 Months Contract Location: Chirk, Wales • Our Client are seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Lead to oversee all engineering operations within our manufacturing process plant., • This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, implementing lean manufacturing techniques, and transforming our maintenance strategy from a reactive model to a robust preventative and predictive maintenance programme., • The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary engineering team and play a central role in improving plant reliability, efficiency, and safety., • Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, technicians, and maintenance professionals across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines., • Set clear performance objectives, conduct regular reviews, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability., • Manage resource planning, shift coverage, and skills development to ensure optimal team capability., • Act as the senior technical authority on-site, providing guidance on complex engineering challenges., • Champion the adoption and embedding of lean manufacturing principles across all engineering and maintenance activities., • Lead the implementation of lean tools and methodologies including 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, SMED, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)., • Identify and eliminate waste in engineering processes, reducing downtime, material costs, and inefficiencies., • Establish and track KPIs aligned with lean objectives: GE (Global Efficiency inc. OEE), MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), and MTTR (Mean Time to Repair)., • Facilitate cross-functional workshops and training sessions to build lean capability across the wider plant team., • Own the plant's asset management strategy, ensuring long-term reliability and lifecycle cost optimisation., • Lead failure investigations and root cause analyses for significant breakdowns, implementing corrective and preventive actions., • Drive capital expenditure (CapEx) projects for equipment upgrades, replacements, and process improvements., • Collaborate with Production, Quality, Health & Safety, and Supply Chain teams to align engineering priorities with business objectives., • Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and industry standards., • Maintain up-to-date documentation including P&IDs, SOPs, risk assessments, and equipment records., • Support internal and external audits and ensure engineering readiness at all times., • A high level of experience in an engineering or maintenance leadership role within a manufacturing or process plant environment., • Food industry experience is advantageous but not essential, • Proven track record of implementing lean manufacturing techniques (e.g., TPM, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping)., • Demonstrated experience in transitioning maintenance strategies from reactive to preventative/predictive models., • Strong knowledge of CMMS platforms (ideally., SAP)., • Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams in a 24/7 operational environment., • Solid understanding of health and safety legislation and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing setting., • Degree (or equivalent) in related Engineering field, • Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)., • Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing)., • Familiarity with Industry 4.0 concepts, including IoT-enabled monitoring and data-driven decision-making #J-18808-Ljbffr

Wrexham We are looking for a skilled and proactive Shift Engineer to join a well-established food manufacturing site in Wrexham. Operating within a high-volume, fast-paced environment, you’ll play a key role in ensuring production equipment runs safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands‑on problem-solving and working as part of a collaborative shift team. • Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on manufacturing and packaging equipment, • Quickly diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime, • Support production teams to ensure machinery operates at optimal efficiency, • Complete preventative maintenance tasks in line with site schedules, • Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health & safety, food safety, and quality standards, • Accurately record maintenance activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, • Assist with equipment improvements, breakdown root cause analysis, and minor project work, • Work effectively on a continental shift pattern, handing over clearly between shifts, • Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline (or equivalent), • Proven experience working within a manufacturing environment (food, FMCG, or similar highly regulated sector preferred), • Strong fault‑finding skills across mechanical and/or electrical systems, • A proactive, team‑focused approach with good communication skills, • Ability to work calmly under pressure and make sound engineering decisions, • Continental shift pattern offering extended rest periods, • Company pension scheme, • Paid annual leave, • Overtime opportunities (x1.5), • Training and development opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr

Gap Technical Ltd. is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager for a busy food manufacturing site in Wrexham. The role leads the engineering and maintenance team to deliver a reliable maintenance service for production. You will report to the Head of Engineering and drive team performance, development and equipment reliability within a safety‑conscious environment. The position emphasises people leadership, cross‑functional collaboration and continuous improvement with a strong focus on #J-18808-Ljbffr

Gap Technical Ltd in Wrexham is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the site engineering and maintenance team at a busy food manufacturing site. You will report to the Head of Engineering and ensure a reliable maintenance service to production. This role is people-focused with responsibility for team performance, development and equipment reliability, working closely with Production and other site functions to deliver the engineering strategy. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Our Client are seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Lead to oversee all engineering operations within our manufacturing process plant., • This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, implementing lean manufacturing techniques, and transforming our maintenance strategy from a reactive model to a robust preventative and predictive maintenance programme., • The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary engineering team and play a central role in improving plant reliability, efficiency, and safety., • Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, technicians, and maintenance professionals across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines., • Set clear performance objectives, conduct regular reviews, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability., • Manage resource planning, shift coverage, and skills development to ensure optimal team capability., • Act as the senior technical authority on-site, providing guidance on complex engineering challenges., • Champion the adoption and embedding of lean manufacturing principles across all engineering and maintenance activities., • Lead the implementation of lean tools and methodologies including 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, SMED, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)., • Identify and eliminate waste in engineering processes, reducing downtime, material costs, and inefficiencies., • Establish and track KPIs aligned with lean objectives: GE (Global Efficiency inc. OEE), MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), and MTTR (Mean Time to Repair)., • Facilitate cross-functional workshops and training sessions to build lean capability across the wider plant team., • Own the plant's asset management strategy, ensuring long-term reliability and lifecycle cost optimisation., • Lead failure investigations and root cause analyses for significant breakdowns, implementing corrective and preventive actions., • Drive capital expenditure (CapEx) projects for equipment upgrades, replacements, and process improvements., • Collaborate with Production, Quality, Health & Safety, and Supply Chain teams to align engineering priorities with business objectives., • Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and industry standards., • Maintain up-to-date documentation including P&IDs, SOPs, risk assessments, and equipment records., • Support internal and external audits and ensure engineering readiness at all times., • A high level of experience in an engineering or maintenance leadership role within a manufacturing or process plant environment., • Food industry experience is advantageous but not essential, • Proven track record of implementing lean manufacturing techniques (e.g., TPM, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping)., • Demonstrated experience in transitioning maintenance strategies from reactive to preventative/predictive models., • Strong knowledge of CMMS platforms (ideally., SAP)., • Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams in a 24/7 operational environment., • Solid understanding of health and safety legislation and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing setting., • Degree (or equivalent) in related Engineering field, • Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)., • Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing)., • Familiarity with Industry 4.0 concepts, including IoT-enabled monitoring and data-driven decision-making. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Technical Manager (Food Manufacturing) Wrexham £60,000 - £70,000 + Benefits This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading UK chilled food manufacturer supplying major retailers with high-quality, category-leading products. Operating within a complex, multi-customer manufacturing environment, the business continues to invest in food safety, quality standards, technical excellence and digital transformation. As Technical Manager, you will lead the site's technical function, ensuring compliance with retailer, regulatory and accreditation standards while driving continuous improvement across food safety, quality and operational performance. Responsibilities - Technical Manager (Food Manufacturing) Lead the site's Technical and Quality Assurance function, managing QA Managers and Validation personnel. Take ownership of the site's Food Safety Management System and HACCP programme. Act as HACCP Team Leader, ensuring robust food safety controls are maintained and continuously improved. Drive compliance with retailer standards, customer requirements, BRCGS and relevant food legislation. Lead site preparation for customer, retailer and third-party audits. Act as the primary contact during customer and certification audits, ensuring successful outcomes and timely close-out of actions. Oversee internal audit programmes and ensure audits are completed in accordance with agreed schedules. Lead investigations into food safety incidents, microbiological issues and customer complaints, implementing effective corrective actions. Analyse complaint, micro and quality trends to identify continuous improvement opportunities. Work closely with Production, NPD and Process teams to ensure products consistently meet food safety, quality and customer requirements. Manage the site validation programme, ensuring all validation activities are completed on time. Develop and mentor technical and QA teams through objective setting, KPI management and performance development. Support site-wide continuous improvement initiatives and the transition towards paperless quality systems. Experience/Qualifications - Technical Manager (Food Manufacturing) Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline. Proven experience within a Technical, Quality or Food Safety leadership role in food manufacturing. Strong knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, retailer standards and food legislation. Previous responsibility for audit management, customer audits and regulatory compliance. Experience leading and developing Technical and QA teams. Background within chilled food manufacturing highly desirable. Ready Meals experience would be particularly advantageous. Strong understanding of food safety systems, quality management processes and root cause investigation techniques. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the business. Comfortable working within a fast-paced, customer-facing manufacturing environment. Benefits - Technical Manager (Food Manufacturing) £60,000 - £70,000 salary package Senior leadership position within a major food manufacturing business High-profile role with direct influence on site quality, compliance and technical strategy Opportunity to work with leading UK retail customers Ongoing investment in systems, process improvement and digitalisation Career progression opportunities within a growing multi-site organisation Company pension scheme Holiday entitlement Additional benefits available upon application For more information on this role, please contact Andy Haddon on 01453 796617, or send a copy of your CV to For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visit Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors. Ideal background / Previous roles may include : Technical Manager | Senior Technical Manager | Food Safety Manager | Quality Manager | Site Quality Manager | Head of Quality | Technical Services Manager | Compliance Manager | Food Safety & Quality Manager | Technical Compliance Manager | HACCP Manager | BRC Compliance Manager | QA Manager | Technical Lead | Quality Systems Manager | Manufacturing Technical Manager | Site Technical Lead | Technical Operations Manager | Head of Technical (smaller site) | Assistant Head of Technical Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process. TPBN1_UKTJ

MULTI SKILLED MAINTENANCE ENGINEER Job Title: Maintenance Engineer Location: Bersham Salary: £53,000 Shift: 4 on, 4 off (Days & Nights) Job Role of the Maintenance Engineer. We are offering a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a modern, high-tech FMCG manufacturing site in Wrexham. The company has heavily invested in advanced automation, high-speed production lines, and continuous improvement initiatives, making it an excellent workplace for engineers seeking career development, technical growth, and future leadership opportunities. You will be responsible for carrying out both electrical and mechanical maintenance, fault-finding, and planned preventative maintenance on a range of automated and semi-automated production machinery, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency in a fast-paced FMCG environment. Working on a 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off shift pattern, you will play a key role in reducing downtime, improving reliability, and supporting production performance across the site. Sector – FMCG Factory Maintenance Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Maintenance Engineer · Electrical maintenance experience within an industrial manufacturing or FMCG environment. · Hands on experience with pre-planned, reactive and breakdown maintenance in a fast paced industrial factory. · Ability to work a 4 on, 4 off days and nights shift pattern. Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer · Hands-on electrical fault-finding experience. · Recognised electrical engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent). · Experience working within a manufacturing environment. · Mechanical maintenance experience (motors, gearboxes, bearings, pneumatics and hydraulics). · Basic PLC fault-finding experience advantageous. Desirable Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer. · Experience working as a Maintenance Engineer in the UK. · Previous experience within FMCG, food, beverage or packaging environments. The Maintenance Engineer will benefit from: · Working for a market-leading manufacturing business. · Competitive salary up to £53,000. · Company benefits package including pension, life insurance, and gym access. · Overtime opportunities. · Training and development opportunities. · Long-term job security within a stable and growing organisation. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Begs Halil at Pioneer Selection. As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details. TPBN1_UKTJ

• Shift Maintenance Engineer (x2), • 4 on 4 off (2 days, 2 nights). Days hours are 7am – 7pm, nights hours are 7pm – 7am, • £47,255 p/a, • UK recognised electrical or mechanical qualification – NVQ level 3/equivalent or Above, • Be able to fault find in both electrical and mechanical machines/systems., • Ability to understand Electrical and mechanical Engineering Drawings., • Basic PLC I/O understanding., • Conversion qualifications (to Elec/Mech), • Good understanding of drives, motors, brakes, transmissions, closed loop feedback, transducers., • Good verbal and written communication skills., • Self-motivated, hard-working and organised, • Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines eg production start up. To safely deliver multi-skilled Engineering support to site whilst on shift with effective use of skills, resources, contractors, communication, information, policies and procedures to maintain and continuously improve productive assets, departmental controls and site performance. They will work on improvement projects aligned to the long‑term strategy of the company and will be instrumental in creating a sustainable work environment for the team. • Clearly understand internal and external customer requirements to facilitate effective deployment of resources to meet these needs within the agreed timescales., • Care for assets through the effective use and interaction with the site computerised maintenance management system, stores and administration functions to deliver planned and unplanned maintenance in a timely manner., • Take a shift team role or play an active part as required to manage any situation where animal welfare, people safety, environmental impact, plant/assets, or business integrity may suffer detriment or be adversely affected., • Actively participate in department and cross functional operational meetings to monitor, improve and report performance against set KPI targets to ensure all aspects of engineering are effective with clear actions and focussed ownership to control and correct to root cause in a timely manner., • To support a high performing team though effective coaching, mentoring, and working with team members whilst on shift., • Monitor and maintain all customer service levels, both internal and external., • To ensure the required standard of animal welfare, food safety, food hygiene, environmental controls/permits, GMP, and safe working practices are met by the self, team members, and contractors., • Provide support and guidance on projects and improvements within the factory, • To use problem solving techniques to prevent, detect and eliminate faults, abnormalities and inefficiencies #J-18808-Ljbffr

Engineering Direct Ltd is seeking an experienced Pipe fitter TIG Welder - Working Supervisor to lead and deliver installation and maintenance works within a live food production facility. The role involves fabricating, installing and TIG welding stainless steel and carbon steel pipework, supervising a small team on site, ensuring safety, hygienic practices and compliance with food industry standards and programmes. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Shift Maintenance Engineer Location: Near Wrexham Salary: Up to £49,000 Shift: 4 on 4 off (2 Days / 2 Nights) | 7:00am - 7:00pm / 7:00pm - 7:00am Job Role of the Shift Maintenance Engineer A leading FMCG manufacturer in the Wrexham area is looking to strengthen its engineering team with an experienced Shift Maintenance Engineer. This is a hands-on, multi-skilled role working across a busy production site, maintaining a varied range of automated machinery and ensuring equipment remains safe, reliable and available for production. You'll carry out a combination of planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support, using your electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills to diagnose issues and minimise downtime. Alongside day-to-day maintenance, you'll have the opportunity to get involved in root cause analysis, equipment improvements and wider engineering projects aimed at improving reliability and site performance. Sector • FMCG Manufacturing Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Shift Maintenance Engineer NVQ Level 3 Engineering qualification (or equivalent). Multi-Skilled Maintenance experience. Previous manufacturing maintenance experience. Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding ability. Requirements for the Shift Maintenance Engineer Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM). Reactive breakdown maintenance. Electrical and mechanical fault finding. Reading electrical and mechanical engineering drawings. Basic PLC I/O understanding. Motors, drives, gearboxes and transmission systems. Bearings, brakes and closed-loop feedback systems. Continuous Improvement. Root Cause Analysis. CMMS experience. Health & Safety awareness. Desirable Requirements for the Shift Maintenance Engineer Food or FMCG manufacturing experience. 18th Edition Wiring Regulations. SCADA or machine control systems. Variable Speed Drives (VSDs). Fabrication or welding experience. MEWP licence. Health & Safety qualification. The Shift Maintenance Engineer will benefit from: Salary up to £49,000 . 4 on 4 off shift pattern (2 Days / 2 Nights). 20 days annual leave (Bank Holidays taken from annual leave, excluding Christmas Day and New Year's Day). Ongoing technical training and development. Involvement in Continuous Improvement and engineering projects. Long-term career progression within a growing engineering team. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Savannah Wells at Pioneer Selection./ / 07458142640 As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply - please see our website for further details. TPBN1_UKTJ

Order Ref: 1214 Position Title: Engineering Lead - Cocoa Bean Process Plant Duration: Contract Location: Chirk, Wales About the Role: • Our Client are seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Lead to oversee all engineering operations within our manufacturing process plant., • This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, implementing lean manufacturing techniques, and transforming our maintenance strategy from a reactive model to a robust preventative and predictive maintenance programme., • The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary engineering team and play a central role in improving plant reliability, efficiency, and safety. Key Responsibilities: • Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, technicians, and maintenance professionals across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines., • Set clear performance objectives, conduct regular reviews, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability., • Manage resource planning, shift coverage, and skills development to ensure optimal team capability., • Act as the senior technical authority on-site, providing guidance on complex engineering challenges., • Champion the adoption and embedding of lean manufacturing principles across all engineering and maintenance activities., • Lead the implementation of lean tools and methodologies including 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, SMED, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)., • Identify and eliminate waste in engineering processes, reducing downtime, material costs, and inefficiencies., • Establish and track KPIs aligned with lean objectives: GE (Global Efficiency inc. OEE), MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), and MTTR (Mean Time to Repair)., • Facilitate cross-functional workshops and training sessions to build lean capability across the wider plant team., • Develop and execute the strategic roadmap to transition the plant from reactive maintenance model to a structured preventative and predictive maintenance programme., • Continue to implement a Computerised Maintenance Management System (SAP) to schedule, track, and optimise all maintenance activities., • Develop condition-based monitoring techniques (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis) to predict equipment failures before they occur., • Establish preventative maintenance schedules for all critical assets based on manufacturer recommendations, historical failure data, and risk assessments., • Target a measurable reduction in unplanned downtime (e.g., 30-50% reduction within the first 18 months)., • Build a culture where maintenance is viewed as a value-adding function rather than a cost centre., • Own the plant's asset management strategy, ensuring long-term reliability and lifecycle cost optimisation., • Lead failure investigations and root cause analyses for significant breakdowns, implementing corrective and preventive actions., • Drive capital expenditure (CapEx) projects for equipment upgrades, replacements, and process improvements., • Collaborate with Production, Quality, Health & Safety, and Supply Chain teams to align engineering priorities with business objectives., • Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and industry standards., • Maintain up-to-date documentation including P&IDs, SOPs, risk assessments, and equipment records., • Support internal and external audits and ensure engineering readiness at all times. Required Qualifications & Experience: • A high level of experience in an engineering or maintenance leadership role within a manufacturing or process plant environment., • Food industry experience is advantageous but not essential, • Proven track record of implementing lean manufacturing techniques (e.g., TPM, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping)., • Demonstrated experience in transitioning maintenance strategies from reactive to preventative/predictive models., • Strong knowledge of CMMS platforms (ideally., SAP)., • Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams in a 24/7 operational environment., • Solid understanding of health and safety legislation and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing setting. Desirable Qualifications: • Degree (or equivalent) in related Engineering field, • Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)., • Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing)., • Familiarity with Industry 4.0 concepts, including IoT-enabled monitoring and data-driven decision-making. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come. A Raw Materials / Finished Goods Planner (gn). • Own the short- and mid-term planning and coordination of production, demand, and inventory schedules for designated machines and materials (including raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods), • Develop, optimize, and communicate production schedules to maximize machine and material utilization, considering capacity, material availability, and business requirements, • Monitor and manage material availability, including inventory control, analysis of stock levels, and implementation of actions to prevent shortages or excess inventory, • Process MRP messages, coordinate purchase orders and priorities, and communicate material needs to both internal and external suppliers, • Serve as a key liaison, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams (such as Sales, Logistics, Production, and Procurement) and participating in site-wide planning processes (e.g., S&OP), • Identify and implement improvement initiatives to optimize costs, processes, and product quality, including risk analysis and development of recommendations, • Support the qualification of new raw materials and suppliers, assist in resolving supplier issues, and escalation concerns to the global procurement team as needed, • Ideally, 2+ years of experience in planning, along with a background in supply chain, a degree in Supply Chain Management, or APICS certification, • Experience with SAP in a planning or purchasing role is a strong advantage, • Strong business acumen, with the ability to quickly absorb information and make sound decisions under pressure, • A consistent, proactive approach, high energy, and the ability to work independently and take initiative, • The capability to understand Syensqo’s manufacturing processes and their interdependencies, • The annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: £40,000 - £50,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualification, and internal equity and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives, • 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations, • Free language courses (24 languages available), • Additional local benefits, • Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity., • At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Chirk, Clwyd, LL14 5LT Rate: £53.22ph - £66.61ph Umbrella (Depending on Experience) Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract Hours: 36 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday Engineering Lead | Heavy Process Manufacturing | Lean Transformation | Asset Reliability CS Technical Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Engineering Lead to join a key manufacturing facility based in Chirk, Clwyd. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior engineering professional to take ownership of engineering operations within a complex and challenging heavy process environment. The successful candidate will lead the site's engineering strategy, drive a preventative maintenance culture, implement Lean principles, and help shape future investment plans for a facility that plays a critical role within the company's wider manufacturing network. This role would suit an established Engineering Manager, Engineering Lead or Senior Maintenance Manager with experience in food, chemical, packaging, FMCG, automotive or other heavy process manufacturing environments. The Chirk facility is a unique manufacturing operation, acting as one of the first stages of the chocolate manufacturing process. The site receives and processes cocoa beans, converting them into semi-finished products which are supplied to other manufacturing facilities, as well as producing cocoa powder products for customer distribution. Operations are split across both process and packaging, with approximately two-thirds of the site focused on processing activities and one-third dedicated to packaging operations. The manufacturing process includes: • Cocoa bean handling and storage in silos, • Pasteurisation processes, • Large-scale roasting operations, • Milling, pressing and blending systems, • Automated packing and distribution facilities The site presents a fascinating engineering challenge, combining modern manufacturing practices with legacy equipment. Some of the original roasting assets date back to the site's opening in 1968, creating a diverse asset base requiring strong engineering leadership, reliability planning and investment strategy. As Engineering Lead, you will be responsible for the overall engineering performance of the facility, leading multidisciplinary engineering teams across mechanical, electrical and instrumentation disciplines. You will drive the site's maintenance transformation programme, moving engineering activities from a reactive approach to a proactive preventative and predictive maintenance culture, whilst championing Lean Manufacturing principles throughout the plant. You will also play a key role in developing long-term asset management strategies, capital investment roadmaps and business cases to secure future investment across the site. • Lead, coach and develop engineering, maintenance and technical teams, • Manage engineering resource planning and capability development, • Provide technical leadership across complex engineering challenges, • Drive a culture of accountability, engagement and continuous improvement, • Collaborate with Production, Quality, Supply Chain and HSE teams, • Champion Lean Manufacturing methodologies across the site, • Implement and sustain:, • TPM, • 5S, • Kaizen, • SMED, • Value Stream Mapping, • Root Cause Analysis, • Eliminate waste and improve operational efficiency, • Monitor and improve key metrics including:, • OEE / Global Efficiency, • MTBF, • MTTR, • Continue the transition from reactive to preventative and predictive maintenance, • Develop structured maintenance strategies for critical assets, • Utilise SAP CMMS to optimise maintenance planning and execution, • Introduce and develop condition-based monitoring techniques, • Improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime, • Develop site-wide asset management strategies, • Lead reliability improvement initiatives, • Support equipment upgrades and replacement projects, • Develop investment roadmaps and capital expenditure business cases, • Balance operational priorities with long-term engineering objectives, • Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety and environmental legislation, • Maintain engineering standards, documentation and procedures, • Support audit readiness and regulatory compliance activities, • Significant engineering leadership experience within manufacturing or process industries, • Proven success leading maintenance and reliability improvement programmes, • Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing methodologies, • Demonstrated success transitioning maintenance strategies from reactive to preventative/predictive approaches, • Strong knowledge of CMMS systems, ideally SAP, • Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams, • Strong understanding of asset management and reliability engineering, • Ability to influence stakeholders and secure investment for engineering improvement activities, • Food Manufacturing, • FMCG, • Chemical Processing, • Heavy Manufacturing, • Packaging, • Automotive Manufacturing, • Other complex process environments, • Degree qualified in an Engineering discipline, • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt, • Experience with predictive maintenance technologies, • Knowledge of Industry 4.0 and data-driven maintenance strategies This is an excellent opportunity to join a site with significant engineering complexity and genuine opportunities to make an impact. You will inherit a challenging but rewarding environment where you'll be responsible for improving reliability, implementing Lean methodologies, influencing future investment decisions and helping shape the long-term engineering strategy of the facility. The business is looking for an experienced engineering leader who can quickly understand the operation, build credibility with stakeholders and begin delivering improvements from day one. Candidates should be comfortable working with an ageing asset base where engineering judgement, strategic thinking and practical problem solving are critical to success. • 5 days onsite (non-negotiable), • Monday to Friday role, • Core hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm with an earlier finish on Fridays, • Flexibility is required when business needs demand, • Initial 6-month contract, • Inside IR35, • Candidates seeking longer-term contract opportunities are encouraged to apply Please note that our clients are unable to offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Chirk, Clwyd, LL14 5LT Rate: £53.22ph - £66.61ph Umbrella (Depending on Experience) Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract Hours: 36 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday CS Technical Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Engineering Lead to join a key manufacturing facility based in Chirk, Clwyd. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior engineering professional to take ownership of engineering operations within a complex and challenging heavy process environment. The successful candidate will lead the site's engineering strategy, drive a preventative maintenance culture, implement Lean principles, and help shape future investment plans for a facility that plays a critical role within the company's wider manufacturing network. This role would suit an established Engineering Manager, Engineering Lead or Senior Maintenance Manager with experience in food, chemical, packaging, FMCG, automotive or other heavy process manufacturing environments. The Chirk facility is a unique manufacturing operation, acting as one of the first stages of the chocolate manufacturing process. The site receives and processes cocoa beans, converting them into semi-finished products which are supplied to other manufacturing facilities, as well as producing cocoa powder products for customer distribution. Operations are split across both process and packaging, with approximately two-thirds of the site focused on processing activities and one-third dedicated to packaging operations. The manufacturing process includes: • Cocoa bean handling and storage in silos, • Pasteurisation processes, • Large-scale roasting operations, • Milling, pressing and blending systems, • Automated packing and distribution facilities The site presents a fascinating engineering challenge, combining modern manufacturing practices with legacy equipment. Some of the original roasting assets date back to the site's opening in 1968, creating a diverse asset base requiring strong engineering leadership, reliability planning and investment strategy. As Engineering Lead, you will be responsible for the overall engineering performance of the facility, leading multidisciplinary engineering teams across mechanical, electrical and instrumentation disciplines. You will drive the site's maintenance transformation programme, moving engineering activities from a reactive approach to a proactive preventative and predictive maintenance culture, whilst championing Lean Manufacturing principles throughout the plant. You will also play a key role in developing long-term asset management strategies, capital investment roadmaps and business cases to secure future investment across the site. • Lead, coach and develop engineering, maintenance and technical teams, • Manage engineering resource planning and capability development, • Provide technical leadership across complex engineering challenges, • Drive a culture of accountability, engagement and continuous improvement, • Collaborate with Production, Quality, Supply Chain and HSE teams, • Champion Lean Manufacturing methodologies across the site, • Implement and sustain:, • TPM, • 5S, • Kaizen, • SMED, • Value Stream Mapping, • Root Cause Analysis, • Eliminate waste and improve operational efficiency, • Monitor and improve key metrics including:, • OEE / Global Efficiency, • MTBF, • MTTR Continue the transition from reactive to preventative and predictive maintenance Develop structured maintenance strategies for critical assets Utilise SAP CMMS to optimise maintenance planning and execution Introduce and develop condition-based monitoring techniques Improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime Develop site-wide asset management strategies Lead reliability improvement initiatives Support equipment upgrades and replacement projects Develop investment roadmaps and capital expenditure business cases Balance operational priorities with long-term engineering objectives Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety and environmental legislation Maintain engineering standards, documentation and procedures Support audit readiness and regulatory compliance activities • Significant engineering leadership experience within manufacturing or process industries, • Proven success leading maintenance and reliability improvement programmes, • Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing methodologies, • Demonstrated success transitioning maintenance strategies from reactive to preventative/predictive approaches, • Strong knowledge of CMMS systems, ideally SAP, • Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams, • Strong understanding of asset management and reliability engineering, • Ability to influence stakeholders and secure investment for engineering improvement activities, • Food Manufacturing, • FMCG, • Chemical Processing, • Heavy Manufacturing, • Packaging, • Automotive Manufacturing, • Other complex process environments, • Degree qualified in an Engineering discipline, • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt, • Experience with predictive maintenance technologies, • Knowledge of Industry 4.0 and data-driven maintenance strategies This is an excellent opportunity to join a site with significant engineering complexity and genuine opportunities to make an impact. You will inherit a challenging but rewarding environment where you'll be responsible for improving reliability, implementing Lean methodologies, influencing future investment decisions and helping shape the long-term engineering strategy of the facility. The business is looking for an experienced engineering leader who can quickly understand the operation, build credibility with stakeholders and begin delivering improvements from day one. Candidates should be comfortable working with an ageing asset base where engineering judgement, strategic thinking and practical problem-solving are critical to success. • 5 days onsite (non-negotiable), • Monday to Friday role, • Core hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm with an earlier finish on Fridays, • Flexibility is required when business needs demand, • Initial 6-month contract, • Inside IR35, • Candidates seeking longer-term contract opportunities are encouraged to apply Initial informal Microsoft Teams interview Followed by a formal onsite interview Please note that our clients are unable to offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Order Ref: 1214 Position Title: Engineering Lead - Cocoa Bean Process Plant Duration: Contract Location: Chirk, Wales Our Client are seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Lead to oversee all engineering operations within our manufacturing process plant. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, implementing lean manufacturing techniques, and transforming our maintenance strategy from a reactive model to a robust preventative and predictive maintenance programme. The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary engineering team and play a central role in improving plant reliability, efficiency, and safety. • Engineering Leadership & Team Management Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, technicians, and maintenance professionals across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines. Set clear performance objectives, conduct regular reviews, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Manage resource planning, shift coverage, and skills development to ensure optimal team capability. Act as the senior technical authority on-site, providing guidance on complex engineering challenges., • Lean Manufacturing Implementation Champion the adoption and embedding of lean manufacturing principles across all engineering and maintenance activities. Lead the implementation of lean tools and methodologies including 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, SMED, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA). Identify and eliminate waste in engineering processes, reducing downtime, material costs, and inefficiencies. Establish and track KPIs aligned with lean objectives: GE (Global Efficiency inc. OEE), MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), and MTTR (Mean Time to Repair). Facilitate cross-functional workshops and training sessions to build lean capability across the wider plant team., • Reactive to Preventative Maintenance Transformation Develop and execute the strategic roadmap to transition the plant from reactive maintenance model to a structured preventative and predictive maintenance programme. Continue to implement a Computerised Maintenance Management System (SAP) to schedule, track, and optimise all maintenance activities. Develop condition-based monitoring techniques (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis) to predict equipment failures before they occur. Establish preventative maintenance schedules for all critical assets based on manufacturer recommendations, historical failure data, and risk assessments. Target a measurable reduction in unplanned downtime (e.g., 30-50% reduction within the first 18 months). Build a culture where maintenance is viewed as a value-adding function rather than a cost centre., • Plant Reliability & Continuous Improvement Own the plant's asset management strategy, ensuring long-term reliability and lifecycle cost optimisation. Lead failure investigations and root cause analyses for significant breakdowns, implementing corrective and preventive actions. Drive capital expenditure (CapEx) projects for equipment upgrades, replacements, and process improvements. Collaborate with Production, Quality, Health & Safety, and Supply Chain teams to align engineering priorities with business objectives., • Compliance, Safety & Standards Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and industry standards. Maintain up-to-date documentation including P&IDs, SOPs, risk assessments, and equipment records. Support internal and external audits and ensure engineering readiness at all times., • A high level of experience in an engineering or maintenance leadership role within a manufacturing or process plant environment., • Food industry experience is advantageous but not essential., • Proven track record of implementing lean manufacturing techniques (e.g., TPM, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping)., • Demonstrated experience in transitioning maintenance strategies from reactive to preventative/predictive models., • Strong knowledge of CMMS platforms (ideally., SAP)., • Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams in a 24/7 operational environment., • Solid understanding of health and safety legislation and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing setting., • Degree (or equivalent) in related Engineering field., • Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)., • Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing)., • Familiarity with Industry 4.0 concepts, including IoT-enabled monitoring and data-driven decision-making. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Lead to oversee all engineering operations within our manufacturing process plant. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, implementing lean manufacturing techniques, and transforming our maintenance strategy from a reactive model to a robust preventative and predictive maintenance programme. The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary engineering team and play a central role in improving plant reliability, efficiency, and safety. Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, technicians, and maintenance professionals across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines. Set clear performance objectives, conduct regular reviews, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Manage resource planning, shift coverage, and skills development to ensure optimal team capability. Act as the senior technical authority on site, providing guidance on complex engineering challenges. Champion the adoption and embedding of lean manufacturing principles across all engineering and maintenance activities. Lead the implementation of lean tools and methodologies including 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, SMED, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA). Identify and eliminate waste in engineering processes, reducing downtime, material costs, and inefficiencies. Establish and track KPIs aligned with lean objectives: GE (Global Efficiency inc OEE), MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), and MTTR (Mean Time to Repair). Facilitate cross-functional workshops and training sessions to build lean capability across the wider plant team. Develop and execute the strategic roadmap to transition the plant from reactive maintenance model to a structured preventative and predictive maintenance programme. Continue to implement a Computerised Maintenance Management System (SAP) to schedule, track, and optimise all maintenance activities. Develop condition-based monitoring techniques (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis) to predict equipment failures before they occur. Establish preventative maintenance schedules for all critical assets based on manufacturer recommendations, historical failure data, and risk assessments. Target a measurable reduction in unplanned downtime (e.g., 30–50% reduction within the first 18 months). Build a culture where maintenance is viewed as a value-adding function rather than a cost centre. Own the plant's asset management strategy, ensuring long‑term reliability and lifecycle cost optimisation. Lead failure investigations and root cause analyses for significant breakdowns, implementing corrective and preventive actions. Drive capital expenditure (CapEx) projects for equipment upgrades, replacements, and process improvements. Collaborate with Production, Quality, Health & Safety, and Supply Chain teams to align engineering priorities with business objectives. Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and industry standards. Maintain up‑to‑date documentation including P&IDs, SOPs, risk assessments, and equipment records. Support internal and external audits and always ensure engineering readiness. A high level of experience in an engineering or maintenance leadership role within a manufacturing or process plant environment. Food industry experience is advantageous but not essential Proven track record of implementing lean manufacturing techniques (e.g., TPM, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping). Demonstrated experience in transitioning maintenance strategies from reactive to preventative/predictive models. Strong knowledge of CMMS platforms (ideally., SAP). Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams in a 24/7 operational environment. Solid understanding of health and safety legislation and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing settings Degree (or equivalent) in related Engineering field Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt). Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing). Familiarity with Industry 4.0 concepts, including IoT-enabled monitoring and data-driven decision-making. #J-18808-Ljbffr

K.A.G. Recruitment are partnering with our client a leading food manufacturing company in their search for a Site Services Engineer. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager you will be a key member of the team ensuring the production facility is kept running. Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. Job Title : Site Services Engineer Location : Wrexham Salary : £45,000 DOE Hours of Work - Monday to Friday 7am to 4.30 pm flexible on this - also option to work a Flexible 5 over 7 working day contract. Purpose of the role : As the Site Services Engineer, you will possess a strong technical knowledge and be seen as the site expert within the site services team. Working as a member of your team you will be responsible for maintaining equipment efficiency and minimising downtime. Through preparation, communication and delivery of a facility maintenance plan, you will ensure sufficient plant and resources are efficiently utilised, resulting in non-productive assets and infrastructure that is always ready for the sites operations. Specifically, you will develop the role to deliver a site services function to suit the needs of the business and covers various cross functional aspects of planning across site, stores, plant and people for any engineering related work streams including site projects. Duties & Responsibilities Delivery of prioritised planned or unplanned activities on time to support operational requirements whilst ensuring people, bird and food safety is maintained and take appropriate action to resolve and/or escalate where necessary. Care for all site buildings and facilities through the effective use and interaction with the CMMS (computerised maintenance management system), stores and administration functions to deliver planned and unplanned maintenance. To develop and use problem-solving and work task techniques to prevent repeat damage and GMP area abnormalities. To lead by example in your engineering position, working in a safe manner whilst adhering to and promoting all company policies. Working in line with our culture of continuous improvement - report any shortcomings in systems of work or procedures to the engineering manager including any improvements & solutions. To liaise with all departments to ensure effective GMP standards whilst promoting teamwork. Interpreting handover reports to identify site services or infrastructure continuous improvements. Support the engineering planner to analyse site utility performance data for areas of reductions. Experience You will be an effective communicator and will provide flexible support across the operation, the role is aimed at applying knowledge and skills to deal with situations and identify and influence the long-term issues in order to drive continuous improvement. You will have a broad Engineering background with experience of Manufacturing /FMCG supported by a strong level of Electrical and Mechanical technical skillset and relevant qualifications e.g NVQ3. Experience in facility maintenance activities and controlling safe working practices including statutory compliance needs. xrnqpay Knowledge of PPM's and proficient use of CMMS software and related transferable skills along with knowledge of various site services including HVAC, electrical and mechanical services.

Engineer ing Supervisor Location: Wrexham Salary: £56,000 + Pension + Excellent Benefits Continental Shifts 4 on 4 off 12 hour 2 days 2 nights Reference: Jo7502/LW The Company An excellent opportunity has arisen with one of the UK s instantly recognisable FMCG manufacturers, a leading manufacturer, s pecialising in food manufacturing.Benefiting from continuous improvements to all the manufacturing processes the group will in turn generate further expansion of this already rapidly growing organisation, which has been established for over 35 years with an international presence. Key Skills Apprentice Trained Engineer in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Experience of PLC Systems & Automated Machinery Understanding of PPM Systems The Roles As an Engineering Supervisor you will be directly contributing to this vision through your core tasks and responsibilities these will include, but are not limited to: Ensuring there is a safe environment for those who work in, or visit, any of our manufacturing facilities. Developing and leading a team of shift engineers, giving them the opportunities to be their best through appraisal, mentoring and performance management. Through effective direction of the team, delivery of proactive, planned-preventative maintenance to ensure our existing equipment is able to meet capacity demand and efficiency targets. Through effective direction of the team, efficient reactive maintenance to ensure minimal machine downtime. Identifying and delivering against opportunities to implement changes and continuous improvement to maximise plant efficiencies and energy optimisation. Managing contractor performance whilst on site to ensure the most effective and efficient fix. Supporting the introduction of new equipment to our market- leading production facilities as part of our continued drive for innovation. Managing the workload and capacity of the team resource. Building effective relationships and communicating clearly with stakeholders, managing expectations where required. Continuous professional development through industry specific training. Working with our technical team to always ensure audit readiness. Working jointly alongside our projects engineering team. There is a huge amount of training on offer, so the successful candidate will be in line to broaden their skills considerably, with the possibility of more senior roles, with this ever expanding group If you are interested in this role, please send a copy of your current CV using the details provided, interviews will be held locally, and the company is looking to recruit this role as soon as possible. ETSConsultingLtd Recruitment specialists with specific areas of expertise in the Manufacturing, Technical, Engineering and Sales markets. ETSConsultingLimited act as an employment business and employment agency and are registered in England and Wales asETSConsultingLimited, registered no 06164846. Registered office address 7 Stamford Square, Ashton Under Lyne, Lancashire, United Kingdom, OL6 6QU. If one of our consultants contacts you in relation to this role, please be aware that as part of our registration process you will be required to provideETSConsultingwith proof of your identity along with proof of your eligibility to work in the United Kingdom. TPBN1_UKTJ

Apply today to work as a Line Leader for our client, a professional yet friendly company that specialises in making and developing chilled meals for the top UK supermarkets, making over 3.7million chilled meals every week. Are you hardworking, reliable, and ready to be part of a dynamic team? We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team and help us deliver high-quality products to our customers every day. Staffline is recruiting for Line Leaders in Wrexham. The rate of pay is: - Days £14.15 per hour - Nights £15.22 per hour Overtime is available and is paid at: - Days £21.23 per hour - Nights £22.83 per hour This is a full-time role, and the hours of work are: - 4 on 4 off, 6am to 6pm - 4 on 4 off 6pm to 6am Your Time at Work As a Line Leader your responsibility is to care for the staff in your team, to care for the product their team is making. Your main duties include: - People management - motivation, organisation, delegation, leadership - Product knowledge - materials, QAS sheets, line speeds, equipment, etc - Operator training - competent team members in each role, GMP - Company-minded - always looking for ways to improve - Quality-minded - continuous monitoring of the team's production - Effective administration of paperwork - process sheets, start-up sheets, etc - Awareness of performance in relation to daily plan (time & quantity) - Teamwork & flexibility - within department / shift and wider company. Communication - with team members (direction, discipline, encouragement) - with supervisors, managers (resources, information, problems) - with peers (batch controllers, line techs, other line leaders) - with other functions (QA, Packing, hygiene, personnel) Our Perfect Worker Our perfect worker will: - Cheerful, positive team who understand what is required - Good quality, yields, efficiency, productivity, - Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) at all times - Daily work planned & organised ahead of time - Supervisors being kept aware of potential problems now or looming - Quick & efficient line changeovers - Being not 'bogged down' on any one job, but free to monitor Key Information and Benefits - Earn £14.15 - £22.83 per hour - Full-time - Company pension - Discounted or free food - Employee discount - Free parking - On-site parking - 1 free meal per shift - Free tea and coffee - Weekly pay - Staff shop - Staff car park - Canteen - Lockers Job Ref: 1OMW About Staffline Staffline is the UK's largest recruitment solutions partner, enabling over 35,000 people into good work every week. We operate at more than 420 customer sites across England, Scotland and Wales. As one of the most established recruitment agencies in Nottingham with operations across the UK, we specialise in connecting businesses with temporary and permanent jobs across warehouse & logistics, food and drink, aviation, driving, technical & engineering, manufacturing & automotive and security. Important Information - Staffline and its subsidiaries do not charge any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process. - This job advert may not be copied, imitated, or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline. - Our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change. TPBN1_UKTJ

Maintenance Engineer £51,482| Private Healthcare | 1.5X O.T Rates | Christmas Day Off! 4 on 4 off (2d2n) Wrexham Are you a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for your next opportunity within a large-scale FMCG manufacturing environment? ATA Recruitment are currently working with a well-established, market-leading food manufacturing business with multiple sites across the UK. Due to continued investment and growth within the business, they are looking to recruit an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their Engineering team. The Role As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving a high-volume production facility, ensuring machinery and equipment remain operational and production downtime is kept to a minimum. Your responsibilities will include: • Reactive and Planned Maintenance, • Electrical and mechanical fault finding, • Diagnosing faults on production machinery and equipment, • Minimising machinery downtime and improving equipment reliability, • Supporting continuous improvement and engineering projects, • Maintaining accurate maintenance records, • Working safely and in line with site procedures About You The successful candidate will ideally have: • Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, • Electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills, • Experience with planned and reactive maintenance, • A proactive approach to fault finding and problem solving, • The ability to work effectively within a fast-paced production environment What's On Offer? • £51,482+ salary, • 4 on 4 off shift pattern – Days & Nights – Half a year off!, • Established and financially secure employer, • Ongoing training and opportunities for progression, • Varied engineering and maintenance work including projects and installation. Interested? If you want to hear more about becoming a Maintenance Engineer at this industry leading group, then please press apply or give Karolis a call on, alternatively drop me an email on ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation JBRP1_UKTJ

Title: Multi Skilled Engineer Location: Chester Salary: £53,000 - £54,000 Industry: Food Manufacturing Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Shift: 4 on 4 Off, Days and Nights Looking to Hire Urgently! Multi Skilled Engineer Benefits: • Company pension scheme, • Holiday allowance, • Career progression and development opportunities, • Supportive engineering, production, and site leadership teams, • Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and engineering projects Key Multi Skilled Engineer Responsibilities: • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, servicing, repairs, and inspections across site machinery and equipment., • Respond promptly to emergency machine breakdowns throughout the plant to minimise production downtime., • Diagnose the cause of potential equipment failure, performance deterioration, and recurring faults, completing remedial work where possible during the shift., • Where issues cannot be resolved during the shift, provide a clear handover to the following shift and Engineering Team Leader, including the cause of the issue and recommended solution., • Ensure machinery and equipment remain safe, reliable, efficient, and fit for purpose., • Carry out overhauls, repairs, modifications, and improvements to machinery and engineering equipment., • Support the design, installation, commissioning, relocation, and modification of new and existing machinery and equipment., • Conduct appropriate risk assessments before undertaking maintenance activities and ensure all identified control measures are implemented before work begins., • Ensure all engineering activities are completed in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and company requirements., • Record all maintenance activities, breakdowns, repairs, and engineering work accurately within the CMMS., • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to improving engineering standards, equipment reliability, and overall plant performance., • Set, review, and maintain appropriate engineering standards and procedures to support continuous improvement. Multi Skilled Engineer Requirements: Essential: • Relevant engineering qualification, apprenticeship, or equivalent practical engineering experience., • Previous experience working within a manufacturing, production, FMCG, or food manufacturing environment., • Strong mechanical and/or electrical engineering fault-finding and maintenance experience., • Proven experience carrying out planned preventative and reactive maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment., • Experience responding effectively to machinery breakdowns within a fast-paced production environment., • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes of equipment failures and implement effective solutions., • Ability to work safely and confidently with industrial machinery and engineering equipment., • Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements and the importance of completing risk assessments before maintenance activities., • Ability to accurately record maintenance activities, breakdowns, and engineering work using a CMMS or similar maintenance system. Desired: • Time-served engineering apprenticeship., • Relevant electrical or mechanical engineering qualification such as City & Guilds, ONC, HNC, HND, or equivalent., • Experience with root cause analysis, continuous improvement, reliability improvement, and engineering standards., • Experience working with CMMS maintenance systems. JBRP1_UKTJ

ENGINEERING MANAGER - FOOD MANUFACTURING Location: Wrexham Salary: £70,000 We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the engineering and maintenance team at a busy food manufacturing site in Wrexham. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the engineering team, ensuring the team is well organised, supported and delivering a reliable maintenance service to the production operation. This is a people-focused leadership role, with responsibility for team performance, development, maintenance standards and equipment reliability. You will work closely with Production and other site functions, while supporting the wider engineering strategy set by the Head of Engineering. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead, manage and develop the site engineering and maintenance team., • Set clear expectations and ensure the team delivers against agreed maintenance and performance targets., • Manage team performance, including 1-to-1s, development, training and performance reviews., • Manage day-to-day engineering activities and prioritise work around production requirements., • Ensure planned and preventative maintenance is completed to the required standard., • Support the team with breakdowns and engineering issues, ensuring problems are resolved effectively., • Monitor equipment reliability and identify recurring issues and opportunities for improvement., • Work closely with Production to minimise downtime and maintain an effective maintenance service., • Manage engineering contractors and external support when required., • Ensure engineering work is carried out safely and in line with company procedures and food manufacturing requirements., • Maintain appropriate engineering records, systems and maintenance standards., • Support engineering projects, equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives., • Provide regular updates to the Head of Engineering on team performance, maintenance activity and key issues. ABOUT YOU You will have previous experience managing an engineering or maintenance team within a manufacturing environment. Food manufacturing or FMCG experience would be advantageous, although candidates from other high-volume manufacturing environments will also be considered. We are looking for: • Proven experience leading and developing an engineering or maintenance team., • Strong people-management and communication skills., • Experience managing team performance, training and development., • Good knowledge of planned, preventative and reactive maintenance., • Strong mechanical and/or electrical engineering knowledge., • Experience working closely with Production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment., • A practical and structured approach to problem solving., • Good understanding of health and safety within manufacturing., • The ability to organise, prioritise and make effective decisions under pressure., • A focus on maintaining high standards and developing a positive team culture. If you are an experienced engineering or maintenance leader who enjoys managing people, developing teams and improving maintenance performance, we would like to hear from you. Apply Please send your CV via the Apply now option on the website If you have any questions or are interested in any other opportunities we may have, please do not hesitate to get in touch This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency. gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Closing Date: 09/11/2026 'By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy.' JBRP1_UKTJ

Maintenance Engineer £35 per hour Outside IR35 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm / 10pm - 6am Wrexham gap technical are representing a market-leading manufacturing business seeking an experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer with a mechanical bias to provide contract maintenance engineering services at their Manufacturing site in Wrexham Key Service Deliverables • Provision of responsive breakdown support to minimise production disruption, • Execution of planned and preventative maintenance activities as agreed with site engineering leadership, • Electrical fault diagnosis using drawings, diagnostics, and equipment history, • Identification and rectification of recurring equipment faults, including implementation of permanent corrective actions, • Maintenance and optimisation of automated food production and packaging machinery, • Support for continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and uptime, • Collaboration with production and engineering teams to ensure safe and efficient plant operation, • Assistance with machinery modifications, upgrades, and repair works as required, • All services delivered in compliance with site health, safety, and food hygiene standards Contractor Profile • Time-served engineer or demonstrable equivalent industry experience, • Multi Skilled Engineer with proven capability in FMCG manufacturing environments, • Previous experience providing services as a maintenance engineering contractor, • Able to work with minimal direction, managing workload and priorities independently, • Strong communication skills when liaising with site stakeholders Apply To be considered, please submit your CV via the Apply Now option on the website. For further information on this engagement or to discuss other contract opportunities, please get in touch. This contract opportunity is advertised by gap technical, operating as an employment business. Selection is based solely on suitability to provide the services described. JBRP1_UKTJ

Hygiene Supervisor Food Manufacturing Wrexham (On-site) £39,900 A well-established and fast-paced food manufacturing business, supplying high-quality products to major retailers across the UK. The site operates to the highest standards of food safety, quality, and efficiency, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and team development. Responsibilities - Hygiene Supervisor (Food) • Lead and oversee all cleaning and sanitation activities across production, warehouse, and support areas, • Ensure all hygiene tasks are completed in line with schedules, procedures, and food safety standards, • Monitor hygiene performance across the site and take corrective action where required, • Manage the safe use, storage, and handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment, • Supervise, train, and develop a team of hygiene operatives, setting clear expectations and standards, • Plan and allocate daily workloads, manage staffing levels, and monitor team performance, • Conduct routine hygiene inspections and verification checks, ensuring accurate record-keeping, • Support internal, customer, and third-party audits, • Investigate non-conformances and implement corrective and preventative actions, • Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping, including PPE and COSHH compliance, • Carry out risk assessments and support incident investigations, • Work closely with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to resolve hygiene-related issues, • Identify and drive continuous improvements in cleaning practices, efficiency, and resource use Experience / Qualifications - Hygiene Supervisor (Food) Essential: • Previous experience within a food manufacturing or food processing environment, • Proven experience supervising or leading a hygiene or sanitation team, • Strong understanding of food safety systems, including HACCP and GMP, • Knowledge of cleaning processes, chemicals, and sanitation standards, • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills, • Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends or nights if required Desirable: • Food Safety Level 3 (or equivalent), • HACCP certification, • COSHH training, • Internal auditing experience or qualification, • Experience working to BRCGS, ISO 22000, or similar standards Benefits - Hygiene Supervisor (Food) • Competitive salary of £39,900, • Permanent, full-time position, • Opportunity to lead and develop a team within a growing business, • Ongoing training and development opportunities, • Supportive, team-focused working environment, • Exposure to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives For more information on this role, please contact Andy Haddon on 01453 796617, or send a copy of your CV to For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visit Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors. Ideal background / Previous roles may include: Hygiene Supervisor | Hygiene Team Leader | Hygiene Manager (Junior) | Sanitation Supervisor | Hygiene Shift Manager | Cleaning Supervisor (Food Manufacturing) | Hygiene Coordinator | Technical Hygiene Lead | Hygiene Chargehand | Facilities Hygiene Supervisor Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process. JBRP1_UKTJ

Cold End Job Change Fitter| 12 Month - Fixed Term Contract | £45,000 - £48,500 | Elton | Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 17:00 Friday 08:00 - 15:15 (39.5 hours) If you're a hands-on mechanical engineer who enjoys getting stuck into machinery, solving problems and seeing the results of your work immediately, this could be the role for you. We're looking for a Cold End Job Change Fitter to join our Elton Glass engineering team. You'll play a key role in changing over and setting up our Cold End inspection equipment and production lines, making sure everything is running safely, efficiently and to the required quality standard. In a busy, high-speed glass manufacturing environment, you'll be the person making sure the equipment is ready to go when the next job comes along. What you'll be doing • Carrying out job changes and changeovers on Cold End inspection machinery and production lines., • Setting up a range of machinery, inspection equipment and production equipment for new jobs., • Repairing, maintaining and adjusting equipment during job changes., • Identifying and rectifying mechanical issues and machine imbalances., • Setting inspection machines to correctly identify and reject challenge samples., • Repairing and preparing job change parts ready for future production changes., • Carrying out checks to make sure equipment is safe, correctly set and ready for production., • Working closely with Engineering and Operations teams to deliver smooth, efficient changeovers., • Helping to minimise downtime, waste and scrap while maintaining quality and production standards., • Keeping equipment and your work area clean, organised and ready for the next changeover., • Reporting defects, damage, accidents and safety concerns promptly., • Supporting workplace inspections, risk assessments and continuous improvement activities. You'll ideally have: • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering., • Practical experience in machine setting, maintenance and/or repair., • Experience working within a manufacturing or high-speed production environment., • A good understanding of machinery and automation., • The ability to work to tight deadlines where downtime matters., • Good mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills., • Basic electrical knowledge would be an advantage., • Light fabrication experience would be beneficial., • Good computer skills and confidence using Windows-based systems., • An understanding of basic computer networking and locating files/applications would be advantageous., • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both Engineering and Operations teams. We're looking for someone who is: • Hands-on – you enjoy getting involved and fixing things rather than standing back., • Problem-solving – when something isn't right, you're the person who wants to understand why and put it right., • Safety-focused – you understand that getting the job done properly means getting it done safely., • Flexible – job changes don't always go exactly to plan, so you need to be able to adapt and think on your feet., • A team player – you'll work alongside Engineering and Operations to keep production moving., • Self-motivated – you're comfortable working independently and taking ownership of your work. Why this role matters Every successful job change means less downtime, less scrap and a more efficient production line. You'll be working in a fast-paced glass manufacturing environment where your mechanical skills genuinely make a difference - getting equipment set, solving problems and helping the plant keep producing. If you're an engineer who likes machines, problem-solving and getting stuck in, we'd like to hear from you. Benefits: • Annual leave package is equivalent to 23 days plus 10 bank holidays, if you work a shift pattern, your annual leave and bank holidays may be built directly into your rota., • Free onsite gym for all employees, • MyBenefits Reward Platform with?100s of discounts at restaurants and retailers, • Employee Well-being benefits such as the Employee Assistance Programme, • Pension scheme where the company contributes up to a maximum of 7%, • Life cover at 3 timesyour annual salary, • Optional partner life cover, • Subsidised onsite staff restaurant, • Free parking onsite, • Salary sacrifice Electric car scheme, • Subsidisedonsiteelectric car charging, • Cycle to work scheme, • Enhance maternity and paternity leave, • Liftshare scheme, • Health cash plan, • Optional dental insurance, • Optional Private Medical Insurance, • Optional critical illness cover, • Social club About the company At Encirc, we make, fill and move glass. Part of the Vidrala group, we are a market leader in glass container design, manufacturing, bottling and logistics solutions for the UK, Irish and European food and beverages industries. With over 2,000 employees, we operate from our three purpose-built sites: Derrylin, Co Fermanagh; Elton, Cheshire and Bristol.We produce around 3 billion glass bottles and other containers annually and can fill up to 500 million litres of bulk shipped beverages every year.Our collective purpose is to deliver and uphold world-leading sustainable innovation, with great people and a great workplace collaborating on a great future. Joining Encirc means you will be joining a business with a bespoke, 360-approach to the beverage supply chain, spanning filling, warehousing, and logistics.Reducing the road miles and carbon footprint of our customers' products, we are conscious disruptors prioritising sustainability and modern technology. As a forward-thinking and sustainable business, we are committed to achieving zero emissions by 2030. Our Values At Encirc, we're proud to be a forward-thinking manufacturer in a world that's increasingly socially and environmentally conscious. Our culture is built around six core values that sit at the heart of everything we do.They guide how we work, how we make decisions, and how we support one another—helping us create a workplace where everyone can thrive. These values aren't just words on a wall; they're lived, shared and championed across the business, shaping our mindset and inspiring us to keep making Encirc great for everyone. Equal Opportunities Encirc is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.Every applicant will be evaluated according to skills regardless of age, gender, identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or religion. We also want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. That's why we have partnered with Recite Me to offer an accessibility toolbar on our job search page, recruitment application system and website. The toolbar includes screen reading functionality, multiple reading aids, customisable styling options and an on-demand live translation feature that boasts over 100 languages including 65 text-to-speech and styling options. To activate the Recite Me toolbar, click on “Manage Cookies” and turn on the “Accessibility Toolbar” option. Before you apply, take a moment to read our Encirc Careers AI Guide.It's a quick, helpful overview of how you can use AI to support your application—and where it's best to rely on your own experience and personality. Encirc Careers - Guide to AI.pdf Next steps Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV tailored to this job opportunity. You can expect to receive an update on your application within two working days. We will contact you via email, so if you don't hear from us, please check your junk mail. We look forward to hearing from you. #chooseglass JBRP1_UKTJ

General Maintenance Mechanical Chargehand | Permanent | £50,000 - £53,000|Elton | Monday -Thursday 08:00 - 17:00 Friday 08:00 - 15:15 (39.5 hours) We're looking for an experienced General Maintenance Mechanical Chargehand to join our Elton Glass engineering team and play a key role in keeping our 24/7 manufacturing operation running safely, reliably and efficiently. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be the link between our engineering team and management. You'll coordinate engineering resources, support the team with complex maintenance issues and drive a ‘Fix 4 Life' approach to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime. What you'll be doing • Lead, support and coach a team of mechanical and multi-skilled engineers., • Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities across the site., • Prioritise engineering resources to minimise equipment downtime and maximise plant availability., • Drive a ‘Fix 4 Life' approach, challenging temporary solutions and identifying the true root cause of equipment issues., • Use problem-solving and continuous improvement techniques such as RCA and Kaizen to improve reliability., • Provide technical support and practical problem-solving during breakdowns and maintenance activities., • Ensure maintenance work is carried out safely and in line with company procedures, including LOTO, Permit to Work and safe isolation., • Work closely with Production, Engineering and other site teams to ensure maintenance priorities are aligned with operational needs., • Support the planning and delivery of the engineering works backlog and planned maintenance schedule., • Maintain accurate engineering records through our CMMS and use data to identify opportunities for improvement., • Ensure high standards of housekeeping, workshop organisation and engineering standards are maintained.What we're looking for We're looking for a time-served mechanical engineer who combines strong technical knowledge with the confidence to lead and support others. You'll ideally have: • 5+ years' experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering environment., • A Level 3, ONC or City & Guilds mechanical engineering qualification., • Strong mechanical maintenance experience., • MIG and ARC welding experience., • Previous experience leading, coaching or mentoring an engineering team., • Excellent planning, coordination and problem-solving skills., • The ability to work independently and make confident decisions in a fast-paced environment., • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across Engineering and Production., • Experience using a CMMS; PRISMA experience would be advantageous.It would be great if you also have:, • Electrical engineering knowledge., • Experience with SAP., • Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques including Kaizen, RCA or 8D. Benefits: • Annual leave package is equivalent to 23 days plus 10 bank holidays, if you work a shift pattern, your annual leave and bank holidays may be built directly into your rota., • Free onsite gym for all employees, • MyBenefits Reward Platform with?100s of discounts at restaurants and retailers, • Employee Well-being benefits such as the Employee Assistance Programme, • Pension scheme where the company contributes up to a maximum of 7%, • Life cover at 3 timesyour annual salary, • Optional partner life cover, • Subsidised onsite staff restaurant, • Free parking onsite, • Salary sacrifice Electric car scheme, • Subsidisedonsiteelectric car charging, • Cycle to work scheme, • Enhance maternity and paternity leave, • Liftshare scheme, • Health cash plan, • Optional dental insurance, • Optional Private Medical Insurance, • Optional critical illness cover, • Social club About the company At Encirc, we make, fill and move glass. Part of the Vidrala group, we are a marketleader in glass container design, manufacturing, bottling and logistics solutions for the UK, Irish and European food and beverages industries. With over 2,000 employees, we operate from our three purpose-built sites: Derrylin, Co Fermanagh; Elton, Cheshire and Bristol. We produce around 3 billion glass bottles and other containers annually and can fill up to 500 million litres of bulk shipped beverages every year. Our collective purpose is to deliver and uphold world-leading sustainable innovation, with great people and a great workplace collaborating on a great future. Joining Encirc means you will be joining a business with a bespoke, 360-approach to the beverage supply chain, spanning filling, warehousing, and logistics. Reducing the road miles and carbon footprint of our customers' products, we are conscious disruptors prioritising sustainability and modern technology. As a forward-thinking and sustainable business, we arecommitted to achieving zero emissions by 2030. Our Values At Encirc, we're proud to be a forward-thinking manufacturer in a world that's increasingly socially and environmentally conscious. Our culture is built around six core values that sit at the heart of everything we do. They guide how we work, how we make decisions, and how we support one another—helping us create a workplace where everyone can thrive. These values aren't just words on a wall; they're lived, shared and championed across the business, shaping our mindset and inspiring us to keep making Encirc great for everyone. Equal Opportunities Encirc is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Every applicant will be evaluated according to skills regardless of age, gender, identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or religion. We also want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. That's why we have partnered with Recite Me to offer an accessibility toolbar on our job search page, recruitment application system and website. The toolbar includes screen reading functionality, multiple reading aids, customisable styling options and an on-demand live translation feature that boasts over 100 languages including 65 text-to-speech and styling options. To activate the Recite Me toolbar, click on “Manage Cookies” and turn on the “Accessibility Toolbar” option. Before you apply, take a moment to read our Encirc Careers AI Guide. It's a quick, helpful overview of how you can use AI to support your application—and where it's best to rely on your own experience and personality. Encirc Careers - Guide to AI.pdf Next steps Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV tailored to this job opportunity. You can expect to receive an update on your application within two working days. We will contact you via email, so if you don't hear from us, please check your junk mail. We look forward to hearing from you. #chooseglass JBRP1_UKTJ

Maintenance Engineer £53,000 Wrexham Continental Days & Nights (4Days/4off/4nights/4off) gap technical is proud to be representing a leading FMCG/food manufacturing business in its search for Maintenance Engineers to join a modern production facility near Wrexham. Apply Please send your CV via the

Production Operative - Wrexham At Job&Talent, we are recruiting for a Production Operative to work with a leading food manufacturing company in Wrexham. Shift Patterns: 4-on-4-off rotating day-night shift pattern Day shifts: 07:00-19:00 Night shifts: 19:00-07:00 Specific shift: 07:00-15:00 on Thursdays for winders Pay Rates: 12.71 GBP hourly Requirements for Production Operative: Ability to travel to Wrexham Industrial Estate Availability to work the 4-on-4-off rotating shift pattern Skills for Production Operative: Previous experience working in a food manufacturing environment Role for Production Operative: Operate across four different stations within the Winders Plant Perform picking and packing duties while wearing the required personal protective equipment Ensure individual performance meets the necessary output levels Maintain a safe working environment by following all company rules and regulations * Support the team by carrying out duties in a willing and helpful manner Location: Wrexham Duration: Ongoing This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for Production Operative jobs in Wrexham. Sign your contract with Job&Talent for some great working benefits and professional stability. If you are looking to contact our onsite team, please visit the site locator on our website. Job&Talent do NOT charge any fees for our services. Job&Talent acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. TPBN1_UKTJ

Production Operative - Wrexham.At Job&Talent, we are recruiting for a Production Operative to work with a leading food manufacturing company in Wrexham.Apply fast, check the full description by scrolling below to find out the full requirements for this role.Specific shift: 07:00-15:00 on Thursda

Location: Wrexham Salary: 70,000 We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the engineering and maintenance team at a busy food manufacturing site in Wrexham. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the engineering team, ensuring the team is well organised, supported and delivering a reliable maintenance service to the production operation. This is a people-focused leadership role, with responsibility for team performance, development, maintenance standards and equipment reliability. You will work closely with Production and other site functions, while supporting the wider engineering strategy set by the Head of Engineering. • Lead, manage and develop the site engineering and maintenance team., • Set clear expectations and ensure the team delivers against agreed maintenance and performance targets., • Manage team performance, including 1-to-1s, development, training and performance reviews., • Manage day-to-day engineering activities and prioritise work around production requirements., • Ensure planned and preventative maintenance is completed to the required standard., • Support the team with breakdowns and engineering issues, ensuring problems are resolved effectively., • Monitor equipment reliability and identify recurring issues and opportunities for improvement., • Work closely with Production to minimise downtime and maintain an effective maintenance service., • Manage engineering contractors and external support when required., • Ensure engineering work is carried out safely and in line with company procedures and food manufacturing requirements., • Maintain appropriate engineering records, systems and maintenance standards., • Support engineering projects, equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives., • Provide regular updates to the Head of Engineering on team performance, maintenance activity and key issues. You will have previous experience managing an engineering or maintenance team within a manufacturing environment. Food manufacturing or FMCG experience would be advantageous, although candidates from other high-volume manufacturing environments will also be considered. • Proven experience leading and developing an engineering or maintenance team., • Strong people-management and communication skills., • Experience managing team performance, training and development., • Good knowledge of planned, preventative and reactive maintenance., • Strong mechanical and/or electrical engineering knowledge., • Experience working closely with Production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment., • A practical and structured approach to problem solving., • Good understanding of health and safety within manufacturing., • The ability to organise, prioritise and make effective decisions under pressure., • A focus on maintaining high standards and developing a positive team culture. If you are an experienced engineering or maintenance leader who enjoys managing people, developing teams and improving maintenance performance, we would like to hear from you. 09/11/2026 "By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy." #J-18808-Ljbffr

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading UK chilled food manufacturer supplying major retailers with high-quality, category-leading products. Operating within a complex, multi-customer manufacturing environment, the business continues to invest in food safety, quality standards, technical excellence and digital transformation. As Technical Manager, you will lead the site's technical function, ensuring compliance with retailer, regulatory and accreditation standards while driving continuous improvement across food safety, quality and operational performance. • Lead the site's Technical and Quality Assurance function, managing QA Managers and Validation personnel., • Take ownership of the site's Food Safety Management System and HACCP programme., • Act as HACCP Team Leader, ensuring robust food safety controls are maintained and continuously improved., • Drive compliance with retailer standards, customer requirements, BRCGS and relevant food legislation., • Lead site preparation for customer, retailer and third-party audits., • Act as the primary contact during customer and certification audits, ensuring successful outcomes and timely close-out of actions., • Oversee internal audit programmes and ensure audits are completed in accordance with agreed schedules., • Lead investigations into food safety incidents, microbiological issues and customer complaints, implementing effective corrective actions., • Analyse complaint, micro and quality trends to identify continuous improvement opportunities., • Work closely with Production, NPD and Process teams to ensure products consistently meet food safety, quality and customer requirements., • Manage the site validation programme, ensuring all validation activities are completed on time., • Develop and mentor technical and QA teams through objective setting, KPI management and performance development., • Support site-wide continuous improvement initiatives and the transition towards paperless quality systems., • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline., • Proven experience within a Technical, Quality or Food Safety leadership role in food manufacturing., • Strong knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, retailer standards and food legislation., • Previous responsibility for audit management, customer audits and regulatory compliance., • Experience leading and developing Technical and QA teams., • Background within chilled food manufacturing highly desirable., • Ready Meals experience would be particularly advantageous., • Strong understanding of food safety systems, quality management processes and root cause investigation techniques., • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the business., • Comfortable working within a fast-paced, customer-facing manufacturing environment., • Senior leadership position within a major food manufacturing business, • High-profile role with direct influence on site quality, compliance and technical strategy, • Opportunity to work with leading UK retail customers, • Ongoing investment in systems, process improvement and digitalisation, • Career progression opportunities within a growing multi-site organisation, • Company pension scheme, • Holiday entitlement, • Additional benefits available upon application Technical Manager | Senior Technical Manager | Food Safety Manager | Quality Manager | Site Quality Manager | Head of Quality | Technical Services Manager | Compliance Manager | Food Safety & Quality Manager | Technical Compliance Manager | HACCP Manager | BRC Compliance Manager | QA Manager | Technical Lead | Quality Systems Manager | Manufacturing Technical Manager | Site Technical Lead | Technical Operations Manager | Head of Technical (smaller site) | Assistant Head of Technical #J-18808-Ljbffr

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Are you experienced with PLC systems, modern technology, and highly automated, efficient production processes? Would you welcome a new challenge to be part of a highly ambitious food manufacturing business, joining at an exciting time where you can make a real difference? If so, these rewarding career opportunities are not to be missed! Our Company With significant investment secured, including £10.5m for high-tech machinery, this is a brilliant opportunity to be part of an ambitious business where you will be involved from the outset and well rewarded for the positive impact you make, with plenty of opportunities for further career development. Dearboy Petcare is a brand-new manufacturer of high-quality pet food, based in Wrexham. The business will serve natural and nutritious pet food to pet owners in the UK and globally. The Role – MSK Engineer Reporting to our Engineering Manager, you will work as part of a flexible team to provide technical and engineering support to keep the site running efficiently. This includes identifying areas for engineering improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and safety, while ensuring compliance with current legislation. You will work closely with our automation equipment from European suppliers, developing knowledge to get involved with machinery and equipment. Key Responsibilities: • Ensuring production downtime is minimized by completing planned and preventative maintenance on equipment such as Siemens PLC systems, conveyor systems, boilers, depositors, packing systems, robotic tray sealing machines, jet printers, etc., • Managing reactive maintenance and responding to breakdowns., • Performing daily strip-down and rebuild of machines after cleaning., • Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety procedures and maintaining technical standards., • Contributing to the construction of a preventative maintenance programme., • Identifying and implementing improvements., • Training and mentoring team members as the team evolves. The Package As a MSK Engineer at our new facility on Wrexham Industrial Estate, benefits include: • Permanent full-time contract with initial 8-hour shifts, moving towards a 6-day operation (details to be discussed)., • Starting salary in the region of £44,000 to £48,000, negotiable based on experience and qualifications., • Paid overtime where applicable., • 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with time off in lieu for bank holiday work. Requirements: • Proven experience with planned and preventative maintenance, preferably in food manufacturing., • Experience with PLC systems and automated robotics machinery., • Exceptional electrical fault-finding and problem-solving skills., • Understanding of PPM systems in an FMCG environment., • Minimum BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Engineering., • Proactive, flexible, and hands-on approach to work. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Lead the technical and quality agenda at a large, FMCG manufacturing facility Our client is a leading UK food manufacturer operating multiple production sites and supplying a diverse range of chilled food products to major retailers and foodservice customers nationwide. Producing millions of products each week, the business has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation and operational excellence, supported by significant ongoing investment in its people, facilities and processes. The Wrexham operation is a large-scale manufacturing facility supplying some of the UK's best-known retail brands. The site plays a key role within the wider group and offers an exciting environment for ambitious food industry professionals. Reporting to the Head of Technical, the Technical Manager will be responsible for leading all technical and quality assurance activities across the manufacturing site. This position is accountable for maintaining world-class food safety, quality and compliance standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives and developing a high-performing quality function. Key responsibilities include: • Leading and developing the site's Food Safety Management System and HACCP programme., • Acting as HACCP Team Leader and ensuring compliance with all relevant food safety, quality and legal requirements., • Managing customer relationships on technical matters and representing the business at customer KPI meetings., • Leading preparation for customer, retailer and third-party audits, acting as the primary audit contact., • Ensuring compliance with BRC standards and retailer codes of practice., • Overseeing quality assurance and validation teams, setting objectives and performance measures., • Investigating food safety incidents, complaints and microbiological issues, implementing effective corrective actions., • Working closely with Production, NPD and Process Development teams to ensure products meet customer and regulatory requirements., • Supporting continuous improvement programmes and the ongoing development of site systems and processes., • Driving a proactive food safety culture across all areas of the operation. The Technical Manager opportunity will suit an experienced technical professional who thrives in a fast-moving food manufacturing environment and enjoys leading teams, engaging with customers and driving standards across a complex operation. Key requirements include: • Proven experience within a technical or quality leadership role in food manufacturing., • Strong knowledge of HACCP, BRC standards, food legislation and retailer requirements., • Previous experience managing and developing teams., • The ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the business., • Strong audit management experience, including customer and third-party audits., • Excellent communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills., • Experience within chilled foods or ready meals manufacturing would be highly advantageous., • A hands-on leadership style with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment., • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a food-related discipline (advantageous), • HACCP level 4, • Salary of 55,000- 65,000 DOE, • Opportunity to join a market-leading food manufacturing business at a strategically important site., • A highly visible leadership role with significant influence across technical and quality functions., • The chance to lead and develop established quality and technical teams., • Exposure to major UK retail customers and complex manufacturing operations., • A business committed to continuous improvement, innovation and investment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Near Wrexham Salary: Up to £49 Shift: 4 on 4 off (2 Days / 2 Nights) 7:00am - 7:00pm / 7:00pm - 7:00am Job Role of the Shift Maintenance Engineer A leading FMCG manufacturer in the Wrexham area is looking to strengthen its engineering team with an experienced Shift Maintenance Engineer. This is a hands-on, multi-skilled role working across a busy production site, maintaining a varied range of automated machinery and ensuring equipment remains safe, reliable and available for production. You’ll carry out a combination of planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support, using your electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills to diagnose issues and minimise downtime. Alongside day-to-day maintenance, you’ll have the opportunity to get involved in root cause analysis, equipment improvements and wider engineering projects aimed at improving reliability and site performance. Sector - FMCG Manufacturing • NVQ Level 3 Engineering qualification (or equivalent)., • Multi-Skilled Maintenance experience., • Previous manufacturing maintenance experience., • Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding ability., • Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)., • Reactive breakdown maintenance., • Electrical and mechanical fault finding., • Reading electrical and mechanical engineering drawings., • Basic PLC I/O understanding., • Motors, drives, gearboxes and transmission systems., • Bearings, brakes and closed-loop feedback systems., • Continuous Improvement., • Root Cause Analysis., • CMMS experience., • Health & Safety awareness., • Food or FMCG manufacturing experience., • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations., • SCADA or machine control systems., • Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)., • Fabrication or welding experience., • MEWP licence., • Health & Safety qualification., • Salary up to £49., • 4 on 4 off shift pattern (2 Days / 2 Nights)., • 20 days annual leave (Bank Holidays taken from annual leave, excluding Christmas Day and New Year's Day)., • Ongoing technical training and development., • Involvement in Continuous Improvement and engineering projects., • Long-term career progression within a growing engineering team. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Michael Page seeks a Technical Manager to lead the site's technical and quality agenda within a large FMCG manufacturing facility in the UK. You will ensure world-class food safety, quality and compliance while driving continuous improvement and an expert quality function. You will lead HACCP, BRC standards, customer relationships and audits, and collaborate with production and development teams to meet regulatory and retailer requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Accountable for the Technical and QA activities within the factory, with responsibility for driving the technical agenda supported by a multi-disciplined team., • The Technical Manager is responsible for ensuring that all products manufactured by the site meet safety, quality and legal requirements. This will be achieved by monitoring and maintaining Oscar Mayer's food safety management systems, complying with retailer standards and being a HACCP team leader for the site., • Continually develop and maintain Oscar Mayer's food safety management system and HACCP., • Advise on hygiene and housekeeping, factory fabrication and food handling practices to ensure products are produced in a food-safe environment., • Provide information and expertise to external customers on all food safety and quality related matters. Represent the team in customer KPI meetings., • Ensure compliance with the customer's policies and standards and the BRC Global Standard. Ensure compliance to relevant standards e.g., RSPO, MSC, etc, • Lead audit preparation across the site supported by a multi-disciplined team, • Be the main contact for customer audits. Liaise with customer/third party auditor(s). Ensure all documentation is available. Implement agreed corrective actions., • Support the internal audit system, ensuring audits are carried out to the agreed schedule., • Advise and lead investigation on food safety incidents and any out-of-spec micro., • Ensure micro and complaint trends are identified, investigated, communicated to customers (when required) and relevant corrective actions are implemented., • Liaise and co-operate with the production to ensure that the finished goods quality complies with the customer specifications., • Liaise with the NPD and Process Development teams to ensure new products meet site HACCP requirements., • Manage the factory QA teams. Set objectives and team and individual KPI's., • Manage the factory audit system, ensuring relevant audits are carried out to the agreed schedule., • Manage the validation site programme, ensure relevant validations are completed on time., • Support the site's continuous improvement programme and transition to paperless systems., • Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-retail site, • Great communicator, ability to work effectively among teams of people from varied experiences and backgrounds, • Work with pace and decision-making when time is sensitive, • Degree or equivalent in a food-related discipline., • Knowledge of HACCP, BRC and retail codes of practice and audit requirements., • Knowledge of food legislation standards., • Previous experience in a technical role is essential., • Experience in ready meals is highly desirable, • Previous experience of managing teams., • Hours of work: 08:00-17:00 Please note: This job description outlines the core responsibilities and duties of the role. It is not an exhaustive list, and the role may evolve over time to include additional tasks and responsibilities in line with business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Omega Resource Group is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer for an established food manufacturing site in Wrexham. The role involves maintenance on manufacturing and packaging equipment within a high-volume, regulated environment, with a continental shift pattern (7am-7pm and 7pm-7am). Day-to-day duties include planned and reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, supporting production for optimal efficiency, and adherence to health & safety and quality standards. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Omega in Wrexham is seeking a skilled Shift Engineer to join our food manufacturing site on a continental shift pattern. You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance on packaging and production equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation with minimal downtime. You will diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, support production teams to maximise uptime, complete preventative maintenance, and contribute to continuous improvement while adhering to health, safety and quality standards. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Pay: £30,000.00-£41,124.03 per year We are looking for a highly organised and detail-focused Material Planner & Stock Controller to join our Planning Team. This role is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of raw and packaging materials to meet production requirements, while maintaining optimal inventory levels and driving continuous improvement across supplier performance and logistics processes. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role that combines both material planning and stock control, requiring strong analytical skills, excellent stakeholder management, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. • Proven experience in Material Planning, • Strong SAP experience (essential), • Highly organised with excellent time management and attention to detail, • Strong numerical and analytical capability, • Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships across all levels, • A team player who can thrive in a fast-paced and demanding environment, • Experience in stock control processes and inventory management, • Run and action SAP MRP exception messages (minimum three times per week), • Execute daily ZARC2 reports to ensure deliveries align with purchase orders, • Issue weekly “Outstanding Orders by Supplier” reports and track confirmations, • Liaise with suppliers regarding ordering, delivery schedules, and issue resolution, • Review and convert suggested future orders into purchase orders (POs), • Collaborate with European Procurement on contract requirements and issues, • Maintain SAP data, including creation and management of material masters, • Manage ordering of raw materials, packaging (cases, backing paper), and ad-hoc materials, • Ensure inventory levels remain within target, identifying opportunities for reduction, • Conduct monthly audits of sensitive materials, ensuring stock rotation and identifying ageing risks, • Manage obsolete or discontinued materials, including disposal and cost recovery, • Review slow-moving stock reports monthly and take appropriate action, • Drive continuous improvement in material scheduling, delivery, and warehouse processes, • Maintain regular communication with Inbound Logistics teams, • Complete monthly Supplier Performance Reviews, • Participate in supplier visits and audits, • Support cross-functional projects and ad-hoc initiatives, • Attend team meetings and one-to-one sessions, • Uphold high standards in Safety, Environmental performance (including NRC), Quality, and Food Safety, • Demonstrate commitment to KWS and AM principles, • Provide cross-cover for both Planning and Stock Control activities as required, always ensuring continuity of operations, • A dynamic and collaborative working environment, • Opportunities to engage with international teams and suppliers, • A culture focused on continuous improvement and development Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr

Executive Network Group is seeking a Shift Manager in Wrexham to lead a fast-paced production line in a food manufacturing setting.

Join to apply for the Procurement Analyst role at Oscar Mayer Group UK The Procurement Analyst will provide a wide range of support to the Commercial Business Partner, and Procurement function. The main financial areas of focus will include tenders and cost prices, quality and market analysis on supplier and commodities, budget & strategy support and other ad-hoc finance activities as required. • Support the production of detailed procurement reports, including different levels of analysis (supplier, commodity, service, etc.), all with clear rationale and variance analysis., • Support tender processes, analysing cost proposals put forward by suppliers and understanding the operational requirements of the product to ensure it is competitive and fit for purpose., • Manage the cost business information system driving insight to support the procurement team., • Drive insight by utilising internal and external information, • Support on a periodic basis with the production of costs incurred by the procurement team, understanding the downstream impact to the profitability of the business, • Support in Budget, Strategy and Procurement tenders, • Collaboration: Work closely with procurement and operational teams to ensure insight behind the numbers is aligned, • Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and make recommendations to the Commercial Business Partner., • Reporting: Prepare and present financial reports to procurement colleagues, operational sites and Commercial Business Partner, • Proactive and results oriented., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines., • High level of integrity and confidentiality., • Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified (CIMA / ACCA), • Experience in financial management, ideally in a manufacturing environment., • Knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams., • Attention to detail and accuracy., • Ability to build cross functional relationships and communicate effectively with non-finance colleagues, • Proficiency in financial software and systems., • Seniority level: Associate, • Employment type: Full-time, • Job function: Finance, • Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr

Group Audit Manager (Manufacturing) Wrexham £55,000 - £60,000 + Benefits This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing chilled food manufacturer supplying major retailers and customers across the UK. Operating multiple production facilities, the business is investing heavily in quality systems, governance, compliance and continuous improvement. As Group Audit Manager, you will play a key role in driving food safety, quality and audit excellence across the organisation, ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory and accreditation standards while helping shape and implement a modern digital quality management system. Responsibilities - Group Audit Manager (Manufacturing) Develop, implement and maintain a risk-based internal audit programme across multiple manufacturing sites. Lead internal auditing activities, completing audits and supporting site teams in delivering audit schedules. Ensure internal and external audit non-conformances are investigated, closed out and reported within agreed timescales. Identify, trend and communicate recurring audit findings, driving corrective and preventative actions across the group. Conduct gap analysis against customer codes of practice, BRC requirements and accreditation standards. Support the development and rollout of a group-wide Quality Management System. Work closely with Technical Managers to ensure sufficient auditor competency, training and cross-functional audit capability. Assist with the implementation of digital quality management systems and governance frameworks. Support site hygiene, systems and compliance audits where required. Monitor legislative developments relating to food safety, legality and quality compliance and ensure requirements are embedded across the business. Produce KPI and compliance reporting for senior stakeholders. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, risk management and technical excellence across all sites. Experience - Group Audit Manager (Manufacturing) Minimum 3 years' experience within a Quality Systems, Compliance, Technical or Audit-focused role. Previous experience within chilled food manufacturing, high-care and/or high-risk production environments. Strong knowledge of BRCGS, retailer standards, customer codes of practice and food manufacturing compliance requirements. Proven experience conducting internal audits, risk assessments and quality system reviews. Food Safety Level 3 qualification. HACCP Level 3 qualification. Internal Auditor qualification/training. Lead Auditor qualification would be highly advantageous. Experience supporting or implementing digital quality management systems is desirable. Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills. Able to influence multiple sites and drive improvements through collaboration and engagement. Benefits - Group Audit Manager (Manufacturing) Competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000 Group-level role with visibility across multiple manufacturing sites Opportunity to shape and implement a new digital quality management system Significant scope to influence governance, compliance and continuous improvement strategy Career progression within a large and growing food manufacturing organisation Collaborative and supportive technical leadership team Company pension scheme Holiday entitlement Additional benefits available upon application For more information on this role, please contact Andy Haddon on 01453 796617, or send a copy of your CV to For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visit Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors. Ideal background / Previous roles may include : Group Compliance Manager | Technical Systems Manager | Group Technical Auditor | Food Safety & Compliance Manager | Quality Systems Manager | Group Quality Manager | Audit & Governance Manager | Technical Compliance Manager | Food Safety Manager | BRC Compliance Manager | Lead Auditor | Technical Standards Manager | Group Food Safety Manager | Quality Assurance Manager | Senior Technical Manager | Regulatory Compliance Manager | Quality & Systems Manager | Site Technical Manager | Technical Services Manager | Group Technical Compliance Lead Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process. TPBN1_UKTJ

Lead the technical and quality agenda at a large, FMCG manufacturing facility Our client is a leading UK food manufacturer operating multiple production sites and supplying a diverse range of chilled food products to major retailers and foodservice customers nationwide. Producing millions of products each week, the business has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation and operational excellence, supported by significant ongoing investment in its people, facilities and processes. The Wrexham operation is a large-scale manufacturing facility supplying some of the UK's best-known retail brands. The site plays a key role within the wider group and offers an exciting environment for ambitious food industry professionals. Reporting to the Head of Technical, the Technical Manager will be responsible for leading all technical and quality assurance activities across the manufacturing site. This position is accountable for maintaining world-class food safety, quality and compliance standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives and developing a high-performing quality function. Key responsibilities include: • Leading and developing the site's Food Safety Management System and HACCP programme., • Acting as HACCP Team Leader and ensuring compliance with all relevant food safety, quality and legal requirements., • Managing customer relationships on technical matters and representing the business at customer KPI meetings., • Leading preparation for customer, retailer and third-party audits, acting as the primary audit contact., • Ensuring compliance with BRC standards and retailer codes of practice., • Overseeing quality assurance and validation teams, setting objectives and performance measures., • Investigating food safety incidents, complaints and microbiological issues, implementing effective corrective actions., • Working closely with Production, NPD and Process Development teams to ensure products meet customer and regulatory requirements., • Supporting continuous improvement programmes and the ongoing development of site systems and processes., • Driving a proactive food safety culture across all areas of the operation. The Technical Manager opportunity will suit an experienced technical professional who thrives in a fast-moving food manufacturing environment and enjoys leading teams, engaging with customers and driving standards across a complex operation. Key requirements include: • Proven experience within a technical or quality leadership role in food manufacturing., • Strong knowledge of HACCP, BRC standards, food legislation and retailer requirements., • Previous experience managing and developing teams., • The ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the business., • Strong audit management experience, including customer and third-party audits., • Excellent communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills., • Experience within chilled foods or ready meals manufacturing would be highly advantageous., • A hands-on leadership style with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment., • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a food-related discipline (advantageous), • HACCP level 4, • Salary of £55,000- £65,000 DOE, • Opportunity to join a market-leading food manufacturing business at a strategically important site., • A highly visible leadership role with significant influence across technical and quality functions., • The chance to lead and develop established quality and technical teams., • Exposure to major UK retail customers and complex manufacturing operations., • A business committed to continuous improvement, innovation and investment. #J-18808-Ljbffr