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Business Development Manager – Forktruck Solutions £35,000 base ( OTE of £70 year one ) 15% commission per sale Company car included Monday–Friday (no weekends) Forktruck Solutions are looking to bring in a driven Business Development Manager to support their continued growth across the industrial and manufacturing sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven sales professional who thrives on winning new business and building long-term client relationships. The Role: You’ll be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities, targeting companies within manufacturing, warehousing, and industrial environments. This is a field-based role where you’ll manage the full sales cycle—from prospecting through to closing deals. What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience in B2B sales, • Background selling into manufacturing or industrial settings (essential), • Strong track record of winning new business, • Confident, self-motivated, and target-driven, • Full UK driving licence What’s On Offer: • £35,000 basic salary, • Realistic £70,000 OTE in year one, • 15% commission per sale (uncapped), • Company car, • Monday to Friday working (great work-life balance) If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely maximise earnings while working with a well-established name in the materials handling space, this is worth a conversation

We are proud to be working with a well-established and fast-growing leader in the design, manufacture, and servicing of critical components to national infrastructure with a reputation built on quality, innovation, and sustainability. This is an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Advisor, helping to drive and maintain a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement in line with ISO14001 & ISO45001 standards. Key Responsibilities As the HSE Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that environmental, health, and safety standards are maintained and continuously improved across the business. Your duties will include: Supporting the HSE Manager in maintaining ISO14001 & ISO45001 externally audited standards. Conducting internal audits and managing corrective actions. Delivering engaging toolbox talks and safety briefings to employees. Assisting with accident/incident investigations and recommending corrective measures. Producing HSE reports, statistics, newsletters, and bulletins for managers and committees. Monitoring and challenging unsafe practices and behaviours across the site. Managing waste processes and driving environmental improvements. Supporting external audit preparation and facilitating compliance across the business.Requirements Experience & Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years' experience in a dedicated HSE role. Strong understanding of production/manufacturing processes. Experience with COSHH assessments. Skilled in risk assessments and method statements. Track record of facilitating external audits. Experience delivering toolbox talks. Environmental compliance knowledge.Skills & Attributes: Organised, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Strong communication skills (both written and verbal). Proactive, self-motivated, and solutions-focused. Ability to follow company policies and meet deadlines effectively.Benefits Salary up to £35,000 p/a (depending on experience) 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme (5% matched contributions). Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support and counselling. Staff discount service, Cycle to Work scheme, Onsite parking and EV charging. Flexible working hours within a fast-growing and future-focused industry. To apply for this position, please click "Apply Now" and attach a copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Adelle Taylor at E3 Recruitment for more information

Site Quality Manager – Bradford (Food Manufacturing) Are you ready for your next step in food quality leadership? Are you a food industry Quality Manager, ready to take on your first site role? Or a Quality Team Leader, Quality Supervisor or Technical Services Manager keen to progress your career to the next stage? THE COMPANY This Site Quality Manager career opportunity exists with a market-leading international food business. The site is one of the Group's smaller operations, but it is an incredibly busy factory servicing a wide range of retail and B2B customers. THE ROLE This dynamic role has full site Quality responsibility, including remit for a small team reporting in, full budget control, and ensuring the site’s Food Safety and Legal Compliance of all the site’s products and processes. Key responsibilities also include .. Managing the site’s HACCP team and systems, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards. Managing Customer & Supplier technical contacts ensuring ingredient, packaging & finished product specifications, together with artwork approvals, and that they are completed accurately. Ensuring any production-related non-conformances are successfully closed out, and appropriate preventative measures are implemented. Developing and implementing appropriate Food Safety & Quality System training of both Technical and factory staff. Providing technical support to site project teams responsible for including New Product Developments, Continuous Improvement Projects as well as the installation and commissioning of new products and equipment. Ensuring that the site and personal hygiene standards are maintained to a high level, including management of pest control protocols. Continually improve product Quality & consistency. Ensuring brand integrity is maintained at all times. ABOUT YOU Essentially you will have recent experience of working in a fast-paced Quality team within the UK food manufacturing sector. Supervisory experience will be key, as will working with and developing food safety and product quality systems, ideally to at least BRC Grade A standards. You must be able to work at pace, be a critical thinker and thrive under the challenges that food manufacturing presents. Experience of working with and supplying a wide range of customers would be ideal, including understanding of retailer protocols. Collaborating with the wider business on NPD, Investment and Continuous Improvement Projects would be a huge advantage too. LOCATION This full-time role is based at Bradford (5 days a week). Due to the collaborative and operational nature of the position, regular on-site presence is key. Please note: Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate any Visa or Sponsorship requirements. Applicants must have full eligibility to live and work in the UK

Quality Manager Location: West Yorkshire Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum Contract: Full-time, permanent Working Pattern: Fully site-basedWe are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to oversee our Quality Management System and lead all quality compliance activities at our manufacturing site. This hands-on, leadership role is perfect for a professional with a background in manufacturing. You would work alongside the Health and Safety Manager in this role, and although you wouldn't have any direct responsibility for H&S, you would have responsibility for the audits and ISO accreditation. Day-to-Day of the Role: Maintain and enhance the Integrated Management System (IMS) encompassing ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. Act as the primary contact during external audits, including certification, surveillance, and customer audits. Conduct internal audits across quality, environmental, and health & safety standards. Manage customer complaints, conduct investigations, and provide technical responses. Lead root cause analysis, Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and non-conformance management. Chair monthly meetings with cross-functional senior stakeholders. Analyse quality trends and produce regular management reports. Write and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), specifications, and technical documentation. Set quality testing specifications and oversee Quality Control (QC) activities. Audit supplier documentation, including Certificates of Analysis. Occasionally deputise for QC leadership and support R&D and product development activities. Promote a strong quality culture and continuous improvement mindset across the site.Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience as a Quality Manager or Senior Quality professional in a manufacturing environment. Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 is essential; familiarity with ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 is highly desirable. Preferred background in plastics, compounding, chemicals, or materials manufacturing. Experienced in managing audits, addressing customer-facing quality issues, and regulatory compliance. Confident leadership skills with the ability to influence across departments. Highly organised, analytical, and adept at working in a site-based role.Benefits: Competitive salary range of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum. Key leadership role within a specialist manufacturing environment. Opportunity to further develop and shape a mature Integrated Management System. Stable, long-term position within an established and innovative business.To apply for this Quality Manager position, please submit your CV and detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role

Job Title: FLT Counterbalance Driver Location: Wakefield Pay Rate: £13.29 per hour Department: Warehouse / Logistics Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor / Logistics Manager Job Purpose To safely and efficiently operate a counterbalance forklift truck to handle, move, load, and store glass bottles and other fragile products within the warehouse and production environment, ensuring all goods are handled with care and in line with safety, quality, and operational standards. Key Responsibilities Operate a counterbalance FLT safely and competently at all times Load and unload glass bottles and fragile products from vehicles, racking, and production lines Transport goods within the warehouse and production areas, ensuring stability and minimal risk of damage Stack, store, and retrieve products accurately according to location plans and instructions Conduct daily FLT checks and report any defects or maintenance issues immediately Ensure all goods are handled in accordance with fragile handling procedures Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment Follow all health & safety, site rules, and risk assessments Assist with stock control, pallet checks, and general warehouse duties as required Work closely with warehouse, production, and quality teams to meet operational targets Accurately complete paperwork or electronic records related to goods movements Skills & Experience Required Valid FLT Counterbalance licence (RTITB / ITSSAR or equivalent) Picking Experience Proven experience operating a counterbalance FLT in a warehouse or manufacturing environment Experience handling fragile, high-value, or breakable products (essential) Strong awareness of health & safety practices Good attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team Physically fit and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Desirable Skills Experience within the glass, packaging, or FMCG industry Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) Experience working in production-supported warehouse environments Working Hours Days Health & Safety Due to the nature of glass and fragile products, strict adherence to safety procedures is essential. Full PPE must be worn at all times as required. Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Cubed Talent are proud to be recruiting an exceptional Procurement Manager to join a market-leading engineering and machine tool manufacturer. This is a high-impact leadership role where technical procurement, supplier strategy, and people development come together to support complex, precision-led manufacturing operations. If you’re a proactive, technically fluent procurement leader who thrives in high-spec engineering environments, and you’re ready to shape a capable, modern and professional procurement function, this role offers the ideal platform. The Opportunity As Procurement Manager, you will drive sourcing strategy across precision mechanical, electrical, software and automation components, working with cutting-edge technologies and advanced manufacturing suppliers. You’ll act as the key interface between Procurement, Engineering, R&D and Production, ensuring supply solutions align with product development and long-term operational goals. Alongside your strategic remit, you’ll lead and develop a team of Senior Buyers, Buyers and Purchasing Administrators, embedding best practice, developing capability and ensuring operational excellence across multi-site operations. Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Category Leadership Develop and execute sourcing strategies for precision-engineered mechanical, electrical and software-integrated components. Identify, assess, and onboard suppliers with advanced capabilities such as CNC machining, robotics, automation systems, and high-spec fabrication. Drive category strategies that support innovation, cost optimisation, and long-term supply resilience. Supplier Management, Negotiation & Compliance Lead complex negotiations with global suppliers, securing competitive pricing and quality assurance for high-value engineered components. Manage supplier risk, compliance and sustainability across an international supply base. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Engineering, R&D and Production teams to ensure procurement aligns with product lifecycle, new product development and technical requirements. Cost & Risk Management Lead cost-reduction initiatives through value engineering, strategic negotiations and supplier-led innovation. Monitor global market trends, emerging technologies and geopolitical risks to inform sourcing strategy. Build proactive mitigation plans to protect supply continuity and commercial stability. Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor and develop a team of Senior Buyers, Buyers and Purchasing Administrators. Set clear objectives, monitor performance and build a culture of continuous improvement. What You’ll Bring Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or related discipline (CIPS preferred). 5+ years’ experience in procurement within advanced or high-tech manufacturing. Proven success sourcing precision-engineered components and managing complex supplier contracts. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tolerances and quality standards (ISO etc.). Experience of global sourcing, supplier audits and contract law. Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and modern procurement tools. Skills & Personal Attributes Strategically minded with strong technical fluency. Excellent negotiation, influencing and conflict-resolution skills. Effective stakeholder engagement across engineering, operations and finance. Commercially astute with robust risk management capability. Strong leadership skills with a passion for developing people and teams. Ambitious, driven, and skilled at achieving challenging targets. Why Join? This role offers the chance to lead procurement at the heart of a technically demanding, innovation-driven engineering environment. You’ll shape supply strategies, influence new technologies, and develop a high-performing team—while enjoying a strong reward package: circa £65k salary + up to 15% bonus 33 days annual leave Flexible working hours Bupa health insurance & health cash plan Enhanced pension Life assurance Ready to lead procurement in a business where engineering excellence starts with you? Apply today with a full CV or contact Jess Heywood for a confidential initial chat on (phone number removed)

NEW VACANCY! (PK9263) TECHNICAL / NPD MANAGER WEST YORKSHIRE £ Competitive Salary + Benefits Package Our Client is a leader in high-quality labels and packaging, seeking a Technical / New Product Development (NPD) Manager to drive product innovation and technical excellence. This is a hands-on, site-based role requiring expertise in self-adhesive labels and/or flexible packaging to lead projects from concept to production. Key Responsibilities: Manage the full NPD process, taking new product concepts through to production-ready trials. Provide technical support on materials, ink applications, and substrate selection. Bridge the gap between customer technical requirements and production capabilities. Improve existing products and ensure high-quality standards (BRC/ISO) are met.Key Requirements: Must be based on-site. Strong knowledge of self-adhesive labels or flexible packaging. Technical aptitude for printing processes (Flexo, Screen, Digital). Experienced in project management within a high-pressure manufacturing environment. Excellent communication skills for managing customer and internal relationships.Interested candidates with a background in print/packaging, please apply with a current Cv

Our client, a long established and well respected engineering business, seek to appoint an Office Manager to work within their whoite collar support function. As Office Manager you will have a varied role focused on managing and control the purchase of goods, materials and services for individual projects; co-ordinating with the R&D focused engineers and the Manufacturing team; dealing with customers on day-to-day queries; small project management tasks; commercial and marketing support activities; anything else that makes the office run smoothly. As Office Manager you will have previous experience working for a manufacturing / R&D focused business in a back office support and preferably have experience of procurement administration. Salary, benefits and working conditions are excellent. Office Manager - Role and Responsibilities - Procurement / Purchasing / Supply Chain / Manufacturing / Engineering / Projects / Commercial / Marketing • Purchase goods, materials, components or services in accordance with specified technical, quality and delivery requirements * Basic project coordination activities * Prepare purchase orders in line with final negotiations with selected suppliers * Interface with other departments, customers and suppliers * Marketing and commercial support Office Manager - Skills and Abilities - Procurement / Purchasing / Supply Chain / Manufacturing / Engineering / Projects / Commercial / Marketing • Experience of office management * Buying / procurement knowledge, ideally in engineering or manufacturing * Good telephone manner and level headedness when completing multiple tasks * Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and support other members of the team where appropriate * Basic understanding of sales, marketing, design and manufacturing functions Office Manager / Procurement / Purchasing / Supply Chain / Manufacturing / Engineering / Projects / Commercial / Marketing If this role could appeal please do apply now

Asset Integrity Project Manager role paying up to £55,000 plus holidays, pension and an early finish every Friday. Working for a globally leading chemical manufacturer in the Bradford area. Easily commutable from Leeds, Huddersfield, Wakefield, Dewsbury and other local areas. Offering free onsite parking, making this site easily accessible. Salary and Benefits of the Asset Integrity Project Manager Annual Salary Between £50,000 - £55,000 (DOE) Early Finish Every Friday Employer Pension Contribution 6% 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holiday's (Increasing With Years of Service) Healthcare Cashback plan Life Assurance Policy Free Onsite Parking The Role of Asset Integrity Project Manager The Asset Integrity Project Manager oversees the day-to-day delivery of integrity projects, managing the asset integrity team and ensuring work is executed safely and efficiently. The role covers the full project lifecycle, from issuing work instructions and team plans to supervising remedial repairs following inspections. With a strong background in maintenance and mechanical engineering, the manager ensures effective execution of repairs, upgrades, and installation of new equipment on ageing pipework and steel structures to maintain asset reliability. Key Responsibilities of the Asset Integrity Project Manager Manage a multidisciplinary team including pipefitters, laggers, and structural steel/fabrication personnel. Plan, schedule, and coordinate work scopes, ensuring efficient delivery of asset integrity activities. Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal departments, attending regular coordination meetings. Oversee commercial and administrative tasks, including material procurement, cost tracking, invoicing, and timesheet management. Ensure Health & Safety compliance by producing RAMS, conducting site inductions, and adhering to relevant legislation. Support operational continuity through training coordination, recruitment, contractor invoice approval, and maintaining asset integrity records. I am keen to speak to individuals with the following experience Strong mechanical engineering background within maintenance, asset integrity and remedial repairs. A strong involvement in Project Lifecycles / Project Management. Experience of working on a COMAH Regulated Site (upper or lower tier) Experience of working in Process Manufacturing / High-Hazard areas such as chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, oil & gas or water treatment and wastewater industries. Supervisory and leadership experience. How to Apply: To apply for the Asset Integrity Project Manager role, please submit your CV direct for review. Alternatively, please reach out to Toni-Marie Monks for more details. TPBN1_UKTJ

ST TALENT are recruiting an Operations and Estimating manager for a rapidly expanding Leeds based interiors business. Responsible for managing a direct operations and estimating function within the fitted furniture and interiors sector, overseeing the customer journey from initial enquiry through to final installation. The role combines team leadership, operational management, and estimating responsibilities, supporting both private residential customers and SME housing developments. Key Responsibilities - Team Leadership & Operations • Manage and support the direct team to ensure high standards of customer service and project delivery., • Oversee day-to-day operational activities, ensuring projects progress efficiently from enquiry to installation., • Coordinate internal teams including design, manufacturing, installation, and customer service functions., • Monitor workflow, project timelines, and customer communications to maintain service standards., • Support team development through coaching, training, and performance management. Estimating & Commercial Support • Prepare accurate cost estimates for fitted furniture and interior projects across SME developments., • Analyse drawings, specifications, and tender documentation to determine material, manufacturing, and installation costs., • Produce detailed pricing breakdowns and ensure all project costs are clearly documented., • Work closely with project managers, designers, and suppliers to ensure estimates remain competitive and commercially viable., • Support the tendering process by reviewing specifications and preparing accurate quotations., • Contribute to cost control and profitability by maintaining accuracy in estimating and pricing activities. Design & Project Collaboration • Collaborate with design teams and, where required, support or produce design concepts aligned with project requirements., • Ensure proposed solutions meet quality, manufacturing, and installation standards., • Liaise with suppliers and production teams to confirm specifications and delivery requirements., • Assist in resolving project and installation issues to maintain customer satisfaction and project efficiency. Skills & Experience • Strong leadership and team management experience., • Proven background in estimating, project coordination, or operations within fitted furniture or interiors., • Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and tender documents., • Strong commercial awareness with experience preparing detailed quotations and pricing breakdowns., • Excellent organisational and communication skills., • High attention to detail and accuracy., • Strong understanding of manufacturing and installation processes within the furniture or interiors sector., • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously., • Customer-focused approach with strong relationship management skills. ST TALENT are the recruitment consultancy managing this vacancy

Are you an experienced Warehouse Manager ready to take ownership of a high-performing operation within a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Do you thrive on driving efficiency, leading teams, and implementing modern warehousing practices? DENSO is a global mobility supplier developing advanced technology and components for nearly every vehicle on the road. At DENSO Marston Ltd in Shipley, West Yorkshire, we design and manufacture high-performance heat exchange units and cooling modules for leading OEMs across off-highway construction, agricultural, and engine power markets. Salary & Benefits Salary: Up to £55,000 Company Car Private Medical Insurance Stakeholder pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution) Life assurance (4x salary) Permanent Health Insurance (PHI) 25 days holiday + 9 bank holidays Onsite parking Subsidised canteen Discounted gym membership Retail discounts across 100s of UK brands Employee Assistance ProgrammeWorking Hours Monday – Thursday: 7:30am – 4:00pm Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pmThe Role As Warehouse Manager, you will lead all warehousing operations, including goods receiving, production line fulfilment, and distribution to major OEM customers. Reporting to the Senior Manager Logistics, you will manage a team of 35 associates with 2 direct reports, ensuring operational excellence in a fast-moving production environment. You will be responsible for driving continuous improvement, implementing modern warehousing practices, and maintaining industry-leading health and safety standards. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role requiring both operational resilience and a clear vision for transformation and efficiency. Key Responsibilities Lead and maintain high standards of Health & Safety, promoting a strong safety culture Develop, coach, and motivate a flexible, high-performing warehouse team Take full accountability for departmental performance, including safety and operational KPIs Develop, monitor, and report on KPIs to senior leadership Implement processes and procedures to optimise operational efficiency Manage and control departmental budgets Drive continuous improvement initiatives across warehouse operations Ensure effective communication and collaboration across all levels of the businessWhat We’re Looking For 3–5 years’ warehouse management experience within automotive or fast-paced manufacturing Strong knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental standards, including risk assessments Proven leadership capability with the ability to influence at all levels Experience leading warehouse transformation or improvement projects Strong organisational, communication, and motivational skills IT proficiency including MS Office and ERP/MRP/WMS systems Resilient, proactive, and able to perform under pressureDesirable Experience Import/export knowledge Experience with Lean Manufacturing methodologies Exposure to warehouse automation and efficiency software Experience with automated stock control systems HNC/Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant disciplineAdditional Information This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, globally recognised organisation with ambitious growth plans. You will play a key role in shaping the future of warehouse operations within a technically advanced manufacturing environment. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK