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Quality Control Lead - Diagnostics Hartmann Young is partnered with an innovative diagnostics company based out of Cambridge, whose mission is to deliver high-quality, reliable products that make a real difference to patient care and safety. With collaboration, compliance, and continuous improvement at their core, the team is seeking a Quality Control Lead to join the business. The Role • Supervise QC teams and oversee testing across raw materials, in-process checks, and final product release., • Partner with R&D, Manufacturing, Operations, QA, and Regulatory to integrate QC into every stage of the product lifecycle., • Lead method validation, supplier quality oversight, stability studies, and non-conformance investigations., • Use data-driven insights (SPC, KPIs, trending) to ensure quality, compliance, and continuous improvement., • Foster a strong quality culture across two sites, supporting product reliability and patient safety. The Requirements • Demonstrable QC experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (ISO 13485 / IVD / medical devices)., • Proven track record in validating QC methods and stability testing., • Experience with devices incorporating plastics, electronics, reagents, and other complex components., • Strong supervisory experience, with the ability to develop and inspire QC teams., • Excellent planning, problem-solving, and communication skills., • A degree in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, or related discipline – or 10+ years as a QC manager in a similar IVD/medical device environment. If this sounds like you, reach out on or apply directly below. We'd love to hear from you!

This is an exciting opportunity for an Operational Excellence Manager to join an impressive FMCG company. You will coach and support Shift Managers and engineering teams to ensure manufacturing and packing processes are effective, efficient, and aligned with business goals. IDEAL CANDIDATE * Experi

Procurement Manager – Ingredients and Protein - Food Manufacturing. This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of a fast-growing food manufacturing business. What will the Procurement Manager – Ingredients and Protein be responsible for?.

The Manufacturing Operations Manager will apply a strong engineering background, along with expertise in LEAN manufacturing, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement to lead day-to-day production operations. Manufacturing Operations Manager, Engineering, Electromechanical, LEAN, Scientific, C

Managing Director – Photonics & Scientific Technology (UK Based) Location: UK (Cambridge area) Sector: Scientific Imaging and optics Technology Position: Full-time, Permanent We are partnering with an established manufacturer at the forefront of imaging technologies, into markets including medical imaging, industrial security, aerospace, and scientific research. The business is entering an exciting new chapter and is now seeking a Managing Director to lead the organisation into its next phase of growth. The Role The Managing Director will provide strategic and operational leadership across all areas of the business, with responsibility for: • Defining and executing the company’s long-term growth strategy, • Full P&L ownership and delivery of revenue and profitability targets, • Leading and developing the senior management team across sales, operations, R&D, and finance, • Driving commercial excellence, with a strong focus on international growth and new market development, • Ensuring operational efficiency and maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction, • Acting as the external face of the business with key customers, partners, and stakeholders The Candidate We are seeking a commercially driven and strategically minded leader with: • Proven senior leadership experience, ideally as Managing Director, General Manager, or Business Unit Director, • A strong track record in photonics, optics, scientific instrumentation, spectroscopy, imaging technologies, or advanced manufacturing, • P&L responsibility and demonstrable success in growing a technology-driven business, • Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and manage cross-functional teams, • Strategic vision combined with hands-on operational oversight, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply? This is a unique opportunity to take the helm of a highly respected UK technology company and lead its growth journey in global scientific and commercial markets.

I am looking for a highly experienced Senior Project Manager with a proven background in complex product development projects, delivering products with a combined hardware & software integration on time and to budget. You will be ready to hit the ground running getting involved in some really exciting projects that are already in progress. With a combination of being able to build good relationships with stakeholders as well as being able to drive project delivery and the challenges that come with this, you will also play a part in supporting the continuous improvement that is at the heart of this long-established market leader. This isn’t for the feint hearted but the satisfaction you can get from the successful delivery of products that play a significant part in saving lives is hugely rewarding. This is a fantastic company to work for with a great team. YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN THE PROJECT MANAGEMENT OF PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT (COMBINED HARDWARE/SOFTWARE PRODUCTS) FOR THIS ROLE PLEASE ALSO NOTE THIS IS A FULLY ON-SITE ROLE What do we need from you? • Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering disciple, or equivalent experience, • Training in project management to a project manager level, with accredited certification through IPMA, APM, Prince 2 or IPM or equivalent, • Proven experience leading development project teams in a multi-discipline environment on complex product development projects, using Waterfall and Agile methodologies., • Experience of projects which have both HW and SW dependencies., • Experience managing and delivering s/w for embedded, platform and application product solutions in an Agile environment., • Experience with development software configuration and continuous integration workflows, • Understanding of the interdependencies between software and hardware elements and how to successfully deliver integrated product solutions., • Wider understanding of product development and realisation principles (Embedded software, Electronics,) and methodologies to facilitate best practice for product design and development., • Documentation of project management processes and an ability to contribute to the optimisation, improvement, and maintenance of existing processes., • Experience using Statement of Work and Procurement Specifications while engaging with external design and solution providers to meet technical, commercial and manufacturing requirements., • Extensive experience of motivating teams and individuals to deliver. What can you expect in return? • Salary of £77,500 - £85,000 dependent on experience, • Flexible working hours (fully on site role), • Pension, dental care and healthcare, • Support of staff wellbeing, • Discounted gym membership, • Subsidised Hub on site restaurant, • Large, free car parking on site and electric car charging points, • Social events and activities Sounds like this might be the next step on your career journey? Get in touch with your CV today!

Our client is a highly successful Operating Company within a large US headquartered Group and is based in the South East of the UK, operating across the globe. This role carries accountability for the commercial success and lifecycle management of the company's global product and service portfolio. It has ownership of the strategy for the portfolio to drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage, accountability for the product lifecycle and, as the Voice of Customer, you will ensure that product and service design, manufacturing, serviceability and compliance are aligned with the business objectives. We are seeking an exceptional senior product manager / leader to join the senior leadership team, reporting directly to the Managing Director. The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree and a clear career progression from technical roles into commercial leadership product management. You must have a demonstrable track record of success in leading product management in an international environment. Multilingual candidates who have lived and worked in different countries who thrive in an international, matrix structure, business environment are encouraged to apply. This is an environment where decisions are encouraged using facts and data and individuals who are process-oriented and naturally driven by continuous improvement will be prioritised in the selection process. It is a senior role within the business and career development prospects for the appointed candidate are excellent.

We currently have a fantastic Head of Production opportunity for an innovative fast growing materials packaging company. As the Head of Production Operations, you will lead the manufacture of the company’s products across different contract manufacturing companies. Responsibilities: • Overall responsibility for production and delivering manufactured projects to customers., • Set and track production plans., • Lead continuous improvement activities to optimise production, reducing timelines, wastes and costs., • Set up and manage supply chains to ensure manufactured product is delivered to customers on time., • Manage 3rd party manufacturers., • Liaise with R&D and sales to plan and manage the manufacture of new products. Ideal candidates will have: Extensive experience in plastics manufacturing, ideally within food packaging along with expertise in extrusion or blown film. You will have experience in managing multi stakeholders, maintaining Quality Management Systems and have experience building manufacturing supply chains. It is desirable that candidates have process improvement certifications (Lean Six Sigma or similar) The role will require some national and international travel a few times a year. To join this rapidly expanding company as their Head of Production please send your CV to Peter at Rowland Talent. Key words: Production, Manufacturing, plastics, packaging, extrusion, manager, director

The Senior Technical Manager Drug Substance serves as the technical leader and subject matter expert responsible for drug substance development, control strategy, transfers, GMP manufacturing and supply from CDMOs in support of MoonLake’s global clinical development programs.Acts as Technical Subj

Our client is a long-standing respected electronics design & manufacturing organisation which is currently looking for a Support Engineer with a strong electromechanical background. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for both on and off-site testing, repair, and possible mo

General Manager – Relocation to China | Plastics Manufacturing. Our client, a global leader in solutions and products for plastics manufacturing sector , is seeking a. General Manager to lead their China business unit.

A Design, Build, and Manufacturing studio, in Retail Designs are seeking a strong Retail Project Manager (up to £50k p/a) as well a Luxury Retail Senior Project Manager (up to £60k p/a) to help manage POS/POP projects that must be built to be shipped off, on budget and on-time so they can be deliv

Alexander Steele Recruitment have, exclusively, partnered with a well-known food manufacturer, in the West Midlands, who are currently looking to recruit a new Site Manufacturing Manager. Proven experience as a Factory / Manufacturing / Production Manager or similar role in a food production environ

As a part of the Manufacturing team, you will be working with other Manufacturing Engineering Managers to drive progress within the Manufacturing Engineering function. You may be aligned to the core Manufacturing Engineering function team working with deployed Manufacturing Engineering Managers on a

As a Site Construction Manager, you take charge of planning and organizing site operations, ensuring projects align with business objectives and stay on schedule.

Manage Commercial Finance Activities for.Management of the Commercial Finance department and month-end processes, liaising with the Financial Controller as required.Production of local and group financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.Recruitment, training, and management of the team.Sharing data,

A Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads as well as develops the manufacturing engineering team, whilst maintaining a Safety-First approach in all activities. Optimize manufacturing efficiency / lean excellence through flexible manufacturing structure, improvement through Lean Manufacturing methods

As part of the Senior Operations team, manage the Manufacturing Engineers to resolve manufacturing issues and constantly ensure efficient product flow consistent with established industry standards and technologies. Ensure the Manufacturing Engineering function provides support to Operations to redu

A successful Manufacturing Team Leader/Manager should have:. Experience in a managerial/leadership role within the industrial/manufacturing industry. Our client is a growing organization within the industrial/manufacturing industry.

Position: Warehouse OperativeLocation: Over, CambridgeWorking Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PMPay: £13 per hour.Manpower is currently recruiting on behalf of our client based in Over, Cambridge.The client is a leading supplier and manufacturer of laboratory products and scientific equipm

Senior Buyer - Indirect Procurement - United Kingdom.Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 (DOE).Home-Based Permanent, Full-Time.As the UK’s largest pub company, with over 4,500 sites, smart procurement makes a big impact — and that’s where you come in.We’re looking for a commercially minded.Senio

You may also have experience in the following: Community Engagement Leader, Community Development Manager, Neighbourhood Coordinator, Local Area Coordinator, Community Empowerment Manager, Community Project Manager, etc. This role will contribute to and support the Delivery Manager to achieve the ov

We're not in the chicken business, we're in the flavour business.Part of that is building flavourful experiences and unforgettable moments for our customers and staff alike.Yeah, we've bagged a few accolades on the way (UK's Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 & Deliveroo's Restaurant of the Year

Under the direction of the Senior Policy Officer (Housing Strategy and Regeneration), deliver an efficient and effective Housing First Support Service and Social Lettings Service in line with national principals and standards and statutory and regulatory requirements.Assist in the development and im

We're not in the chicken business, we're in the flavour business.Part of that is building flavourful experiences and unforgettable moments for our customers and staff alike.Yeah, we've bagged a few accolades on the way (UK's Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 & Deliveroo's Restaurant of the Year

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For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy, please contact Paul MacIver, Technical Unit Programme Manager, on 07483 443 044.

Surecall Medical Recruitment are searching for experienced Operations Managers for a Healthcare Client of ours on a permanent basis.

Leadership Opportunities in Children’s Residential Care – North West & North East 🌟.My client is a leading organisation in the.Lead a multi-building residential children’s home, managing a team to deliver high-quality care and measurable outcomes for children.Oversee daily operations across

Team Leader - Full Stack Engineer - Crypto.You’ll help design and scale complex platforms, working across cloud-first systems, distributed technologies, and modern service architectures.It's a hands-on, high-impact role where you'll help shape core features from day one, working closely with cross

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and technically skilled leader to join a high-performing team in a globally recognised manufacturing environment. Proven experience in a mechanical/electrical maintenance leadership role within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Due to an exciting period of growth and several upcoming projects we are looking for a new Manufacturing Test Engineer to join their collaborative team. Continuously carry out manufacturing and systems testing processes whilst communicating your findings to relevant stakeholders.

Operations Manager – Operations Team. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Area Operations Manager to join our operations team, which typically operates embedded power projects comprising of reciprocating gas engine or battery storage plants between 2- 10MWe at 11kV grid level, with a n

Experience developing designs with manufacturing requirements in mind. Work alongside manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and production-ready.

Experienced in production planning within heavy manufacturing or engineered-to-order environments. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technol

Proven experience as a Plant Manager or in a similar managerial role within a manufacturing environment. The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of the plant, from production and manufacturing to ensuring policies and procedures are followed. Primarily on-site in a manuf

We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support the introduction and delivery of new products into production. Develop manufacturing plans, layouts, process maps, cycle times, and tooling requirements. Research and implement best-practice manufacturing techniques.

Excellent opportunity for an Engineering Shift Manager to join an established FMCG business!. To be considered for this role, you should demonstrate leadership qualities that inspire and motivate teams, along with a background in food manufacturing or FMCG.

Senior Engineer (Mechanical Bias) - Packaging Manufacturing. Kaizen Global Group Ltd are recruiting on behalf of a leading Packaging manufacturing company for a. If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take on a leadership role within a reputable manufacturing firm, we encourage you to apply

Due to growth within the business, a leading UK Pension Consultancy are now looking for a Pension Team Leader to join their firm.The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding around Defined Benefit scheme administration, alongside Team Management experience.Responsibilities for the role Inclu

Guide and mentor project managers and stakeholders on best practices, procedures, and continuous improvement. Senior Project Manager (Water Industry). As a Senior Project Manager with South Staffs Water, you'll orchestrate the delivery of critical infrastructure with precision and purpose.

A leader with extensive, recent experience and expertise as a team leader or manager in the early education and childcare sector, demonstrating a strong passion for early years development and inclusion.

Senior Project Manager (Water Industry). As a Senior Project Manager with South Staffs Water, you'll orchestrate the delivery of critical infrastructure with precision and purpose. Join a dynamic and forward-thinking team as a Senior Project Manager with South Staffs Water, where you ll play a key l

As an Operations Manager at Natural Resources Wales (NRW), you will play a pivotal leadership role, overseeing diverse teams and functions responsible for delivering regulatory, evidence, and advisory services within a specific geographical area.

Join Us as PRIME's Operations Manager. We're looking for an exceptional Operations Manager to take full ownership of PRIME - our growing community of responsible businesses - and lead its day-to-day operations and long-term development. Educated to degree level, you might have experience as an opera

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Senior Wine Buyer- Grocery Retail.Pension, healthcare, digital GP, retail discounts, fantastic holiday entitlement, life assurance and other benefits.Hybrid role with 3 days of office work in Hertfordshire per week.Our client is a premium grocery retailer boasting an exceptional online retail presen

With a strong technical background in mechanical assembly processes, the NPI Engineer will ensure the successful introduction of new products into Manufacturing through the application of robust manufacturing principles and processes. Technical and Manufacturing Eng. Use manufacturing data to identi