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INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975. Operations Director Plastics Manufacturing Based West Yorkshire Job ref: CST/64758 Salary: Attractive and commensurate with experience The Client: We are proud to be retained to recruit the new role of Operations Director for Really Useful Products – one of the major manufacturing success stories in the UK plastics industry. Since its inception in the late 90’s, the company has seen impressive growth and now has two leading edge manufacturing sites. As it continues to invest in the latest state of the art injection moulding machinery, the company is well positioned to continue excel as the leading UK plastics manufacturer. Really Useful Products are manufacturers of plastic storage containers and have created a brand that is synonymous with innovation and manufacturing excellence combined with a service that is highly responsive, flexible and attuned to customer needs. This really is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious, demanding and curious manufacturing professional. Someone who is looking for a career where they can join a progressive company and be part of a major success story. We are seeking applications from candidates who are highly self-driven, lead by example, hands-on, lateral thinkers that positively challenge the status quo and passionate about British manufacturing. Primary role: Take responsibility for leading all operations across two sites including production, logistics, maintenance and health & safety.Further develop and implement modern manufacturing processes; providing a vision to the operational team, gaining buy-in and aimed at continually improving and challenging operational performance. This is a hands-on ‘roll your sleeves up role’. Key responsibilities: • Operational budgetary management, • Responsible for a factory workforce of c250 people across production, engineering, process, H&S, and warehouse, • Overall operational responsibility for manufacturing, SHE and quality targets, • Take a helicopter view to assess current systems, operational structure and working practices putting in place a development plan where further positive improvements can be made, • Provide guidance, support and direction to subordinates; setting expectations, managing performance feedback and implementing training plans, • Work closely with direct reports to ensure a well-trained/motivated workforce, • Ensure continuous improvement of production efficiency, changeovers, quality, cost, delivery and service levels. Communicate and monitor appropriate performance measures for the factory, • Lead the implementation of operational excellence activities, • Contribute to the future strategic planning of the business, • Ensure a safe and healthy work environment, • Holding regular team and one-to-one meetings with all direct reports to ensure effective communication of information and provision of feedback, • Recruiting, selecting, developing, motivating and retaining appropriate talent for the operations team Key Experience required: • Graduate level – Degree/equivalent in technical or engineering qualification, • Broad operational experience in a technical manufacturing environment with demanding customers, • High level leadership and people management skills through a mentoring/coaching style, • Knowledge of polymer processing would be advantageous but not essential, • Good knowledge of modern manufacturing systems/techniques and experience of implementation, • Capable of managing operational projects from concept to completion, • Dynamic change management approach with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and optimizing production efficiencies Personality traits: • Passionate, driven, ambitious, career-oriented, • Leads from the front (hands-on) and by example, • Curious and creative – constantly seeking new ways to improve, • Confidence to challenge the status quo, • Team oriented, personable, likeable, dependable and open minded, • Strong communication skills both written and verbal, • Good problem solving skills and analytical way of thinking, • Ability to think big picture The successful candidate will find themselves in a dynamic and rewarding career, which will be heavily involved in shaping and driving the business into the future. For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders. For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application. Why select Listgrove? • Five Decades of Market Intelligence, • Unrivalled Industry Networks, • Recognised International brand, • HR Qualified Professionals Throughout 2026 & 2027 you can meet with Listgrove at the following exhibitions: Interpack, France Innovation Plasturgie, Interplas UK, Plast Milan, Fakuma, ArabPlast, NPE 2027. Please visit for more information on our services, global success and testimonials. Listgrove Limited Registered in England No: 01197713

2 YEARS EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button. Staffline is recruiting for HGV Class 1 Drivers - Sun to Thurs at 09:00, or Thurs to Mon/Fri to Tues at 15:00 (Temp to Perm Opportunity) for our client based out Knottingley, West Yorkshire. We are seeking reliable and experienced Class 1 Drivers to join our dedicated vendor team. This role is varied and hands-on, involving multiple daily collection points rather than standard trunking. Duties include occasional use of a pump truck, accessing the trailer, and operating a tail lift when required. This is a long-term position with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. PAYE rates for the role of HGV Class 1 driver are as follows: Days: £16.94 Per Hour (04:00 - 17:59) Nights £17.94 Per Hour (18:00 - 03:59) 6th Shift Days £25.42 Per Hour 6th Shift Nights £26.92 Per Hour There is a 45 minute break deduction and the 6th shift worked is paid at time and a half. Your Time at Work As an HGV Class 1 Driver within our dedicated vendor team, your day will start at 7am, Monday to Friday, providing a consistent, family-friendly schedule. This is not a standard trunking role - instead, you'll be completing a planned route with multiple collection points across the region. You'll be responsible for safely securing loads, carrying out routine vehicle checks, and maintaining accurate paperwork or electronic records. Throughout the day, you may be required to get onto the back of the trailer to assist with loading, use a pump truck, and operate the tail lift as needed. You'll work closely with onsite teams at each collection point, representing the business professionally and ensuring a smooth and efficient process. This position offers a good balance of driving and hands-on activity, ideal for drivers who enjoy varied duties and engaging with different customers. For the right person, this role has the potential to lead to a permanent position. Our Perfect Worker As an experienced HGV1 Driver you will ideally have - • 2 years C+E experience, • No more than 6 points, • Digi card and DCPC Key Information and Benefits • 8 Hours Guaranteed per shift, • Fixed Rota, • Potential temp to perm opportunity, • 28 days Holidays, • 6th Shift paid at time and a half, • 24/7 support from Staffline, • Canteen on site, • Weekly pay JOB REF - D1GXOTW Follow our Driving Facebook page and click on Like Search: Staffline Driving About Staffline Staffline is the biggest recruiter in the UK and Ireland, and we believe in putting people first. Every day, we help tens of thousands of people find work in logistics, food, transport, retail, and agriculture. We can do the same for you. We listen to the needs of our workers and always aim to offer flexible shift work and opportunities for overtime, as we know these are important to you. Each of our locations has dedicated 24-hour OnSite support, so you can always speak to a Staffline representative. Staffline is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. xrnqpay Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change. 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

Cook Increase your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly. When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Position:Cook Care home:Fairburn Vale Location:Wheldon Road, Castleford, WF10 2PY Contract type:Full time, 37 hours per week Rate:£13.27 per hour Care home CQC rating:Rated Good by CQC Are you an experienced Cook looking for a new challenge? Join us as our new Cook at Fairburn Valecare home in Castleford. In this role, youll cook delicious, healthy and nutritious meals for the people we support. Youll ensure that everyone has a positive dining experience, to increase nutritional intake, promote social interaction andbuild a sense of community. This is an exciting opportunity to use your cooking skills to make a real difference every day. About Exemplar Health Care Fairburn Vale is part of Exemplar Health Care, one of the countrys leading nursing care providers. We support adults living with complex mental health needs, brain injuries, physical disabilities and neuro-disabilities including Huntingtons disease and Parkinsons disease. As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress. About the role Our Cooks make delicious and nourishing meals for people with a range of dietary requirements. No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include: • preparing,cookingand serving food, • understanding peoples needs, likes and choices todevelop suitable menus, • interacting with the people we support to getfeedbackon meals, • complying withfood hygienestandards, • completing relevantchecksand maintaining records Youre also: • a cook with a flair for creating delicious and nutritious meals for varied dietary requirements, • creative in menu development and food preparation, • an excellent team player, • adaptable and flexible, • excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects, • access to wages before payday, • retail and lifestyle reward discounts, • free DBS check, • 24/7 counselling and support

At the Prince Williams we recognise that a good Head Chef is a key ingredient to our success. A large portion of the business at Prince Williams is food based, therefore our Head Chef is the beating heart of the business! It would be beneficial for you to have carvery experience but it is not absolu

Great opportunity to work as a Warehouse Operative for our client's major distribution centre for a well-known high street home and fashion retailer. Earn £499 weekly! Staffline is recruiting Warehouse Operatives to work in Knottingley, near Wakefield. The rate of pay is: - Rotating Shift £13.87 per hour, overtime £20.81 per hour - Fixed Shift £12.84 per hour, overtime £19.26 per hour This is a full-time role working rotating shifts, 4 days out of 7, The hours of work are: - 6am to 3pm - 3pm to 12am Your Time at Work As a Warehouse Operative, your duties include: • Tagging, labeling and ticketing clothing - Processing stock for distribution - Goods in and goods out There will be some heavy lifting and walking involved in this role. Our Perfect Worker Our perfect worker would be: • Open-minded and honest - Always be ready to help people in your team - Have a can-do attitude and be able to adapt when things change quickly - Use your initiative to solve problems when they turn up - Be able to manage your time efficiently and meet deadlines - Be up for a challenge and ready to go the extra mile to be good at your job Experience in a similar role is desirable, but not essential as full training is provided. Key Information and Benefits - Earn £499 weekly! - Rotating shifts - Temp to perm opportunity - On-site support from Staffline - Canteen on site - Free car parking on site - Free food + hot drinks - Good links to public transport - Uniform provided - PPE provided - Full training provided - Opportunities for overtime Job Ref: 1TJXWD About Staffline Staffline is the UK's leading provider of flexible, temporary and permanent workforce solutions, enabling over 28,000 people into good work every day. We operate at more than 350 customer sites across England, Scotland and Wales. Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change. 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

Job Title: Chef Location: Farmer Copleys Farm, Pontefract Salary: £13.50 per hour Job Type: Full-time, Permanent. At Farmer Copleys we celebrate and showcase everything that is great about British food and farming. We have a successful award-winning farm shop, a busy café (MOO), an on-site bakery and we host a range of functions including weddings, funerals, baby showers and corporate events. Moo Café opens seven days a week and offers a delicious seasonal menu and daily specials and we promote the very best of Yorkshire with the meat being sourced from our award winning on-site butchery. We are now looking for an experienced chef to join our busy team. Generally, we have daytime working hours which is a great plus for chefs who are often required to work late into the evenings. However, some weekend evening shifts will be required during the summer to support our busy wedding season. Main responsibilities: To assist the Head Chef and the chef team with the preparation and cooking of food ensuring that our Café reputation for tasty, consistent, quality food is maintained, and customer satisfaction remains a priority. To assist with maintaining the highest of standards with an enthusiastic, professional and friendly manner To comply with all standards in relation to cleaning, food safety and allergens listing To follow and assist with food monitoring procedures and to help monitor all costs involved in the kitchenIdeal candidate: A real passion for food Ideally formally qualified but will consider chefs with excellent skills who are qualified through experience Excellent culinary and presentation skills Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills Energetic with a strong work ethic and wants to do a great job A good team player who is able to work flexibly and help provide cover at short notice Experience in hotel/banqueting chef work would be advantageousSounds good doesn't it? If you think you have what it takes, apply today - we would love to hear from you. Benefits: Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme Staff Discount Flexible hours/shifts Health & wellbeing programme (after 12m service) On-site parkingCandidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Experienced Chef, Kitchen Chef, Catering, Food Catering, Catering Chef, Chef Assistant, Food Preparation, Cook, Kitchen Manager, Food Hygiene, Kitchen Supervisor may also be considered for this role