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Maintenance Engineer Continental Shift (Days & Nights) Leicester £55,000 + Bonus One of the worlds most recognised brands is seeking to add to it’s world class manufacturing site in Leicester with an electrically biased maintenance engineer. A background in Food/FMCG will be advantageous as well as experience fault finding on PLC and HMI’s. Key Duties – Maintenance Engineer • Perform maintenance tasks within your designated area in a food manufacturing environment, optimizing wrench time while adhering to safety guidelines and food hygiene standards to prevent contamination., • Diagnose and resolve faults in food production machinery, including mechanical, electrical, and fluid power systems, by conducting inspections, testing components, and applying condition monitoring techniques to minimize downtime., • Repair and replace defective parts on equipment such as conveyors, packing lines, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, valves, and heat exchange systems, ensuring all work complies with food safety legislation like HACCP and quality management protocols., • Commission, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation, process control systems, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to support efficient production operations., • Contribute to continuous improvement by applying the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) methodology, including proactive maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability and output., • Share insights with planners and leadership to enhance scheduling, frequency, parts planning, and overall maintenance optimization., • Execute quality checks before and after maintenance activities, verifying repairs through testing to ensure machinery meets operational and safety standards., • Educate the autonomous maintenance team on equipment fundamentals, routine Clean-Inspect-Lubricate procedures, fault diagnosis, and basic repair techniques., • Guide root cause analysis discussions, providing technical expertise to identify and eliminate recurring issues in manufacturing processes., • Uphold and promote high 5S standards throughout the facility, integrating cleaning in place (CIP) and hygiene practices to maintain a contaminant-free environment. Qualifications & Skills – Maintenance Engineer • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with hands-on experience., • Recognized electrical or mechanical academic qualification., • Strong electro-mechanical knowledge., • Familiarity with CMMS and SCADA systems., • Solid understanding of equipment and technical standards., • A sense of ownership for safety, quality, and performance., • Problem-solving skills., • Good communication. What We Offer – Maintenance Engineer • Quarterly performance bonuses, • Generous pension scheme: Doubled Employee contribution up to 5% (Employer 10%), • Extended fully paid family leave: 10 weeks of parental leave and 26 weeks of extended leave., • Provided PPE: Uniforms and safety shoes provided, cleaned, and maintained on-site., • A 24-hour online GP for you and your family,, • Free virtual physiotherapy,, • A discounted gym membership,, • Long service rewards,, • Critical illness cover,, • Electric car scheme,, • Day off on your birthday,, • Option to buy/sell holiday leave. For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website

Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be supporting a well-known, successful Injection Moulding business in Leicester as they seek an Injection Moulding Manager for their facility. The role will oversee a skilled workforce, operating in a well stocked facility that utilises various bits of kit and a wide range of materials. A company who are proud to support their workforce, this will be a great role for an individual with the right experience Daily duties: • Oversight of 20 - 45 headcount, depending on production demands, driving production standards, • Be responsible for the planning of production against customer needs, • Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies, • Ensure safe working practices, whilst training and mentoring staff to be the best they can be, • Driving continuous improvement and Lean behaviours in the facility. Oversee and improve processes where possible, • Be hands-on with the machinery and products when necessary to ensure quality and conformance is at it's maximum Experience needed for the role: • Strong technical knowledge of injection moulding operations, materials handling, and production processes., • Recent leadership or management experience in an injection moulding environment., • Examples of process improvement identification and application, • Capabilities around production planning for Just in Time manufacturing against client requirements, • Experience with stock management a bonus, • Supporting qualifications around Lean, Six-Sigma, Health & Safety, Injection Moulding or Quality a bonus If you'd like more information about the role, or want to apply, get in touch with Emma Bartholomew or Jonny Powell

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: • All production and PMR activities of the department,, • Day to day management of the staff and processes, • Agree, produce and ensure adherence to all Cut Crease Productivity and Quality KPIs, • Produce all Monthly Production and Quality reports relevant to areas of responsibility, • Communicate all relevant information to C&C team members on all four shifts, • Absence Management of team members including holiday planning, control & reduction of overtime, • Understand lean principles and assist manufacturing team in implementing cost reduction projects within manufacturing environment., • Performance management of team members to include annual development reviews., • Implement process improvement activities. Work with the Operations Director to ensure that as a team we provide the best service to our customers in terms of OTIF, and quality of product, • Understanding of customer requirements and liaison where required, • Deliver C&C Maintenance program, • Fully investigate complaints and implement corrective actions including disciplinary proceedings if required. Consistent approach required., • Support the Production Planner., • To ensure that all areas of responsibility retain high levels of housekeeping, • To be Health and Safety focused at all time. To identify and address any non conforming areas, • Work with the HR Officer to ensure the Absence Management process is followed and conduct return to work reviews when required, • Conduct return to work reviews when required, • Drive continuous improvement and best practice initiatives, • Validate all data taken from SFDC and prepare reports in standard format, • Control the Stripping team ensuring the products are available for Finishing when required in line with PSA. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE • Strong mechanical skills and pragmatic approach to problem solving, • Willingness to develop operator level skills, • Understanding of IT systems and its practical applications, • Good people skills, • Exposure to change management processes., • Awareness of current SHE and employment legislation/standards., • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)., • Project management and problem solving skills., • Lean thinking knowledge and understanding, • Information handling. Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Production Shift Planner Leicestershire | £38,000 | Wed–Sat (4 on / 3 off) If you’re a Production / Shift Planner who thrives in pace, pressure, and complexity, this role will challenge you — and reward you. This is a stand-alone Production Shift Planner role within a high-volume, short shelf-life manufacturing environment. You’ll sit at the heart of the operation, owning the plan, managing constant change, and keeping production flowing when things don’t go to plan. The business is PE-backed, heavily invested, and scaling fast — offering genuine opportunity, progression, and exposure. Why this role? • PE-backed business with continued investment in people, systems, and infrastructure, • Clear progression: Shift Planner → Senior Shift Planner → Planning Manager, • High-impact role with real ownership, • Fast-paced environment where strong planners stand out quickly What you’ll be doing • Creating and owning accurate production plans to maximise service and control cost, • Planning materials, labour, and lines alongside Production, Hygiene, and Engineering, • Managing customer orders and updating plans in real time, • Monitoring live production vs plan and reacting quickly to change, • Coordinating transport with hauliers to ensure cost-effective scheduling, • Purchasing key raw materials and managing supplier communication, • Escalating operational issues when required, • Supporting the development of robust planning processes for future growth What they’re looking for • Experience planning in a fast-paced manufacturing / FMCG / food environment, • Confidence planning independently on shift, • Strong Excel capability (tested during interview), • Comfortable making decisions quickly under pressure, • Clear communicator, organised, resilient, and solution-focused This is not a SAP-heavy role. It’s about thinking clearly, planning logically, and reacting fast. Working pattern & package • Shifts: Wednesday – Saturday (4 on / 3 off), • Rotating hours:, • Week 1: 7am – 5pm, • Week 2: 10am – 8pm, • Salary: £38,000, • Benefits: Pension, 26.5 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), health cash plan If you’re looking for pace, pressure, progression, and ownership, apply now. If your background is slower-paced or heavily system-led, this role won’t be the right fit — but for the right planner, it’s a standout opportunity.

Logistics Analyst – Material Planning Location: Leicester | Contract: 12 months | Rate: £19.53 PAYE | Onsite 5 days per week We are recruiting a Logistics Analyst to join our client’s Material Planning team in Leicester. Reporting to the Material Requirements Planning Supervisor, you will support both day-to-day operations and tactical planning to ensure materials are shipped, received, stored and delivered accurately, efficiently and on time. In this role, you will improve inbound and outbound material flow, resolve scheduling and transport issues, manage inventory and supplier delivery schedules, and support production during off-shifts. You will also play a key role in developing data-driven insights and process automation using Power BI, Power Apps, Excel and SAP, while leading small to medium improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma principles. Key responsibilities: • Improve inbound/outbound material flow and support continuous improvement initiatives, • Investigate and resolve material scheduling, transport and supplier issues, • Manage inventory levels and supplier delivery schedules; monitor supplier performance, • Resolve invoice and inventory discrepancies, • Develop dashboards and reports in Power BI for material planning analysis, • Create Power Apps solutions to automate and streamline processes, • Use advanced Excel (pivot tables, complex lookups, macros/automation) for accurate reporting, • Use SAP for material planning and inventory management, • Lead small to medium projects using Lean and Six Sigma methods Required qualifications & skills: • Previous material planning experience, • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, • Expertise in Power BI (data modelling, DAX, visualisation), • Proficiency in Power Apps and MS Office Suite, • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, macros/automation), • Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred), • Project management experience Preferred qualifications: • APICS CPIM or CSPC National Certification, • CPS Functional Job Role Qualification, • Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics Management, Industrial Engineering or similar, • SAP experience If you are available and interested, please click Apply and ensure your CV is up to date and clearly highlights your relevant material planning and systems experience

The opportunity: This is a great opportunity for a Development Designer who is looking to further their career to join a fast-growing supplier of retail displays, windows, and pop-up spaces, partnering with some of the world's leading brands. What you'll do: • Produce development solutions to support the clients design and technical intent • Conduct site surveys as and when required • Form part of an installation team on site aiding members with site activities as and when required • Embrace and foster a team culture conducive to teamwork, individual empowerment, honesty, and that is commercially astute • Report on risk in a timely fashion to allow the business to react accordingly • Collaborate with other departments, such as planning, workshop, prototype and pre-production to align development activities with sales forecasts What you'll bring: • Experience in a similar position, preferably with permanent point-of-sale displays and understanding of materials • Good reporting skills • Proficient with Microsoft Office • Good numerical skills • Sound knowledge of SolidWorks & AutoCAD or similar The softer skills we believe will help you thrive in this role: • Good interpersonal skills and confident in communicating with people of all levels, written and verbally • Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills • Comfortable taking part in client and internal meetings • Target driven • Able to work both independently and as part of a team • Methodical, precise and be able to maintain accurate record systems and report accordingly

This role serves as a key liaison between production, planning, purchasing, engineering and quality teams to ensure schedules are met, materials are available, and production targets are achieved while maintaining safety and quality standardsKey Responsibilities* Coordinate with all relevant dep

This role serves as a key liaison between production, planning, purchasing, engineering and quality teams to ensure schedules are met, materials are available, and production targets are achieved while maintaining safety and quality standards. Liaise with Internal Teams to ensure Materials and Tooli

Join a vibrant manufacturing team as a Production Coordinator, where your skills in organization and problem-solving will shine. This fully office-based role in Solihull offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to contribute to the smooth running of production processes.

Wolviston Management Services are supporting our fantastic client with the appointment of an experienced Production & Planning Manager to lead their busy assembly operation. Proven experience (5+ years) in Production and Planning Management within a manufacturing environment. You'll play an importan

A leading heating solutions provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Production Scheduler to oversee day-to-day scheduling and production activities. The role involves managing operational workflows to ensure accurate production schedules and timely customer delivery.

A respected organisation in the food sector is seeking a Planning Coordinator to ensure smooth workflow and on-time delivery. This on-site role involves supporting production scheduling, stock control, and documentation management.

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking an experienced S4 HANA Manager specializing in manufacturing for their Consumer Goods practice.You will lead S/4HANA transformation programmes and work closely with clients to deliver best-practice solutions.The ideal candidate will possess strong stake

SAP Manufacturing/ Production Planning (PP-PI) Consultant (all genders) UK. SAP Manufacturing/ Production Planning (PP-PI) Consultants. Execute the build, testing, and deployment phases, emphasizing Life Science best practices and innovative customer processes within SAP S/4 HANA Supply Chain – Ma

Experience with Hyperion products or other financial planning systems. We work closely with the UMPG CFO country Heads of Finance and key business units to ensure our reporting insights and planning drive value and informed decision-making across the organisation. A Day in the Life of a Production M

SAP Production Planning (PP-PI) Consultant. Tenthpin is seeking talented, client-facing, and collaborative SAP Manufacturing/Production Planning (PP-PI) Consultants to join our growing team. Execute the build, testing, and deployment phases, emphasizing Life Science best practices and SAP S/4HANA Su

This role involves managing production schedules, overseeing the Production Planning Team, and ensuring communication between departments. A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Planning Manager for a food manufacturer in Shrewsbury.

Own the UK production planning processes & systems, delivering optimised daily, weekly, and monthly supply schedules based on demand, projects, capacity constraints and KPI targets. Manage, motivate, set objectives and develop a team of five production planners supporting alignment and delivery of G