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Head of Supply Chain \n \n We’re seeking a permanent Head of Supply Chain to take full ownership of end‑to‑end supply chain operations within a fast‑paced contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) environment that is undergoing significant positive investment and expansion. \n \n This is a critical hire that needs to be able to demonstrate the right balance in dealing with day to day operational challenges but still have the capacity, experience and capability to implement strategic change. With site transformation already underway, this position will take on an exciting challenge to drive improvements. \n \n You’ll balance customer delivery, quality, and budget, while building a high‑performance culture that consistently delivers. \n \n What you’ll bring: \n\n • Extensive supply chain experience in a GMP manufacturing environment – ideally pharmaceutical, healthcare or food. This FMCG style environment is a must.\n, • Proven leadership of end‑to‑end supply chain operations, including warehouse and materials control\n, • Experience in directing strategy and implementation process and culture change\n, • Strong experience and capability in dealing with operational transformation\n, • Strong commercial and budgetary awareness\n, • Exceptional stakeholder and customer management skills\n, • A track record of driving improvement and cultural change\n\n \n For further details, please contact Mark Bux-Ryan. \n \n supply, chain, head, warehouse, materials, distribution, GDP, GMP, manufacturing, CMO, CDMO, food, pharmaceutical, end, lifecycle, director, senior, leader, manager

Maintenance Engineer Salary: £52,500 Location: Deeside Continental Days & Nights (2Days/2nights/4off) gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Maintenance Engineer to work at their facility based near Deeside Performance Objectives Work closely with their Line Manager, taking responsibility for delivering a high-quality engineering service in support of the achievement of operational targets. Continuously work to improve the performance of People and Plant to deliver site efficiency and performance standards. Complete the full range of maintenance activities across the entire installed asset base within the area that they work. Rapidly diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical and basic control & instrumentation faults, within skill levels. Complete all work allocated to a high standard, having the ability to complete all maintenance tasks across the installed asset base. Working as a key member of the Engineering team, demonstrating Company Values and flexibility to support other teams/departments where required. Reporting any non-conformances to Company Policies/Procedures/Standards and supporting corrective action activities. Supporting the delivery of key performance indicators for the Factory linked to Safety, Quality, People, Delivery, and Cost standards. Pro-actively identifying areas for continuous improvement within the production work environment/equipment/systems. Demonstrating a willingness to develop within the role to achieve Excellent Competency Levels. Person Specification Time served Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship Level 3 City & Guilds / ONC / BTEC Food Safety Level 2 HACCP Level 2 Statutory Legislation IPAF or equivalent IEE wiring regulations (current edition) Ability to understand and to work to approved Standards / Safe Operating Procedures Good understanding and awareness of Safety and Quality Standards within a workplace Experience within an environment working to set Standards and key performance indicators Experience inputting and analysing data Basic user of Microsoft Office - Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint Desirable Skills Powered Pallet Truck Licence MHE licences IOSH Managing Safely Understanding of Continuous Improvement or Lean Manufacturing Approaches Ability to Fault Find on Equipment Groups/Machinery Ability to Participate in Root Cause Analysis Assessments Understanding of Waste Reduction and Yield Management Approaches Understanding of Risk Assessment Processes. 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: 05/10/2026 '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.' TPBN1_UKTJ

Title: Multi Skilled Engineer Location: Chester Salary: £45,618 Industry: FMCG / Food Manufacturing Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Shift: Monday Friday: Days - 8am - 4:30pm Reporting To: Engineering Manager Multi Skilled Engineer Benefits: Competitive salary Monday to Friday, days-based shift pattern Company pension scheme Holiday allowance Career progression and development opportunities Training and qualification support where required Opportunity to work within a well-established food manufacturing environment Supportive engineering and production team Key Multi-Skilled Engineer Responsibilities: Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, servicing, repairs, and inspections across all site machinery and equipment. Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and electronic faults to minimise downtime and maximise plant availability. Work hands-on across all areas of the factory, supporting production, processing, packing, and facility operations. Maintain service plant and utilities, including boilers, chilled water systems, compressed air, and effluent treatment systems. Ensure all maintenance activities are completed to a high standard, with accurate records maintained and equipment hygienically handed back to production. Conduct appropriate risk assessments before undertaking maintenance work and ensure identified control measures are implemented before work begins. Support root cause analysis and reliability improvement activities to reduce recurring equipment failures and production losses. Assist with new equipment design and engineering improvement projects where required. Ensure machinery and engineering activities meet retailer standards and the required food safety and operator safety requirements. Follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and maintain a strong "clean as you go" culture. Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, food safety, hygiene, and engineering compliance always. Multi-Skilled Engineer Requirements: Essential: Recognised electrical engineering qualification, such as an apprenticeship, ONC, City & Guilds, or equivalent. Experience working within FMCG or Food Manufacturing 17th or 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations qualification. Multi-skilled engineering experience with strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding abilities. Proven experience carrying out both planned preventative and reactive maintenance within a manufacturing or production environment. Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving engineering issues. Ability to work confidently both independently and as part of a wider engineering team. Computer literate with the ability to accurately complete maintenance and engineering records. Strong understanding of the importance of accurate record keeping for quality, food safety, Health & Safety, and engineering compliance. Strong team-working ethic and a positive, hands-on approach. Desired: Mechanical engineering qualification alongside electrical qualifications. Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical or Multi-Skilled Engineering. HNC/HND or equivalent engineering qualification. Previous experience working within a UK retailer-standard or BRCGS-accredited food manufacturing environment. Experience with root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and reliability engineering. TPBN1_UKTJ

Ready for a chef role that lets you unleash your creativity? If so, joinArbury Courtas a Chef working alongside a dedicated team. Become a crucial part of the kitchen team working 37.5 hours a week, crafting daily meals for service users, staff and visitors. Dive into food preparation and elevate your role by providing guidance and training to your peers. Here's the exciting part- the calendar is buzzing with activities, events and special occasions which you'll also cater for. From World Food Day to festive moments like Christmas and Easter, you get to infuse your own flair and keep things exciting. It's a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you'll be able to manage your workload and enjoy creating delicious meals. There's a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly. Just imagine… great job satisfaction, home in time for dinner every night and two days off a week. Now that's a recipe for a balanced work-life combo. As a Chef you will be: • Supporting the Head Chef for the day-to-day running of the kitchen., • Maintaining good food storage procedures and stock rotation according to established procedures., • Preparing, planning and cooking meals to a consistently high standard, taking account of any special requests or dietary requirements within the unit., • Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverage in a professional and courteous services manner., • Preparing and producing foods for conferences and banquets., • Participating in food costings through effective cost control procedures., • Adhering to the ‘Safer Food Better Business' standards and record keeping., • Adhering strictly to Food Hygiene Regulations and other safety procedures at all times., • Taking full shift responsibility for the catering operation, • Assisting the Head Chef by researching and creating new menus ensuring meals are of a high quality and compliment healthy eating guidelines., • Correctly filing of all paperwork in relation to the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point system (HACCP) i.e. Fridge temperatures, food temperature logs and cleaning schedules To be successful in this role, you'll need: • To be 18 years or older, • GCSE or equivalent English, • City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 (or equivalent) Basic Food Preparation Cooking, • Basic Food Hygiene (essential), • Intermediate Food hygiene (desirable), • Previous experience in a similar environment, • Previous experience in delivering a service on mass, • Menu planning, costing, ordering, stock control and budget experience Where you will be working: Location: Townfield Lane, Winwick, Warrington, Cheshire,WA2 8TR Join the multidisciplinary team at Arbury Court and provide care and treatment for adult women in medium, and low secure, and psychiatric intensive care PICU) environments, who have Personality Disorder and Mental Health conditions. Rehabilitation and recovery at Arbury Court focuses on care being ‘person-centred' as opposed to ‘disease-centred'. The service is located just off the M62 junction 9 in Winwick, which benefits from good transport links, making it easy to commute to from most local areas between Liverpool and Manchester. What You'll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: • Annual base salary of £26,384, • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window., • Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals, • Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!, • Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, • Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts, • Life Assurance, for added peace of mind, • Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support., • 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be, • Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time, • Pension contribution, to help secure your future, • Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure JBRP1_UKTJ

Shift Maintenance Engineer (Multi-Skilled) x 2 Salary - £48,672 Shift Pattern - 4 on / 4 off rotating shift pattern: • 2 days (7:00am 7:00pm), • 2 nights (7:00pm 7:00am), • 4 days offAbout the Role We are recruiting for a skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced food manufacturing operation. This Shift Maintenance Engineer position is a hands-on role responsible for providing both planned and reactive maintenance support across production facilities, ensuring equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and compliance with safety and quality standards. Working as part of a shift engineering team, the Shift Maintenance Engineer will play a key role in maintaining and improving site assets, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and helping to deliver high levels of production performance. Key Responsibilities • Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on production equipment and site assets., • Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults efficiently to minimise downtime., • Support production teams to ensure equipment is operating safely and effectively., • Utilise maintenance management systems to record work and manage asset care activities., • Assist with engineering improvement projects and equipment upgrades., • Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities to prevent repeat failures., • Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives., • Ensure compliance with health and safety, food safety, hygiene, environmental, and quality standards., • Work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors, and other departments to maintain operational performance., • Contribute to energy efficiency and environmental improvement initiatives.About You You will be a proactive and adaptable Shift Maintenance Engineer with strong fault-finding skills and experience working within a manufacturing environment. Essential Requirements • Recognised UK electrical or mechanical engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)., • Multi-skilled engineering capability with experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance., • Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical engineering drawings., • Basic PLC input/output fault-finding knowledge., • Good understanding of motors, drives, transmissions, brakes, feedback systems, and associated controls., • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team., • Organised, self-motivated, and capable of performing under pressure.Desirable Skills & Experience, • Experience within food manufacturing or other highly regulated production environments., • Electrical regulations qualification (BS7671 or equivalent)., • Knowledge of SCADA and machine control systems., • Experience programming variable speed drives (VSDs)., • Fabrication and welding skills., • MEWP licence., • Health and Safety qualifications or certifications.What You'll Bring, • A strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement., • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities., • A positive team-focused attitude., • The ability to identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and reliability., • A desire to develop your skills and contribute to a high-performing engineering team.Apply If you are a motivated Shift Maintenance Engineer looking for a challenging role within a modern manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Contact01952 525252 and ask for Jack, or email jack.enefer(at)proactivepersonnel.net. JBRP1_UKTJ

Were looking for a talented and ambitious Head Chef to take ownership of the kitchen at The Faulkner in Chester . This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who wants more than simply running somebody elses menu. We want someone who can take the lead on our food offer, bring their own ideas to the table and build a kitchen team around them. Youll have genuine input into what we serve, the ingredients we use and how the kitchen operates. What you'll be doing As Head Chef, youll have responsibility for the kitchen and food operation, including: Creating seasonal dishes and specials Choosing suppliers and sourcing quality ingredients Recruiting, training and leading your own kitchen team Setting and maintaining excellent kitchen standards Managing food quality and consistency Controlling GP, stock, ordering and waste Maintaining excellent food hygiene and compliance standards Working alongside the management team to continue developing the food offer and grow food sales Who we're looking for Were looking for an experienced chef with the confidence to take ownership of a busy kitchen. Youll be someone who enjoys leading from the front, developing a team and maintaining high standards, but who also understands the commercial side of running a successful kitchen. You'll need a good understanding of GP, stock management, ordering and waste control , alongside a genuine passion for producing consistently great food. Previous Head Chef experience would be an advantage, but we'd also be interested in speaking to a strong Sous Chef who is ready to take the next step and run their own kitchen . The package £35,000 basic salary Pro-rata share of TRONC taking expected earnings to approximately £40,000 - £43,000 per year 45-hour-per-week contract You'll also get something that's increasingly difficult to find in a Head Chef position: the opportunity to genuinely make the kitchen your own. You'll have input into the menus, specials, suppliers and kitchen team, with the freedom to develop the food offer while being supported by an established management team. If you're looking for your next Head Chef role or you're an ambitious Sous Chef ready to make the step up we'd love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKCT

Head Chef Cheshire Food-Led Country Pub Up to £48k We are recruiting a Head Chef for a well-established food-led country pub in Cheshire, offering an exciting opportunity to take complete ownership of the kitchen and shape the future of an already successful fresh food operation. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and candidates must have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. If you require Sponsorship please do not apply, thank you. This charming country pub has built an excellent reputation for its warm hospitality, welcoming atmosphere, and high-quality food. Popular with both locals and destination diners, the kitchen focuses on fresh, seasonal ingredients and classic British cooking with plenty of scope for creativity. Benefits: Salary up to £48,000 Full autonomy over the food offering Creative freedom with menu development Staff meals provided whilst on duty Supportive and independent ownership Excellent opportunity to build your own kitchen culture Free on-site parking Long-term career opportunity within a successful business As Head Chef, you will have full responsibility for every aspect of the kitchen operation, leading the brigade while maintaining exceptional standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation. You'll be encouraged to develop seasonal menus, showcase quality local produce, and create a food offering that keeps guests returning time and time again. As Head Chef you will: Lead and inspire the kitchen brigade Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen Create and develop seasonal menus and daily specials Manage ordering, stock control, GP, and food costs Maintain exceptional standards of food quality and presentation Recruit, train, and develop the kitchen team Ensure all food hygiene and health & safety standards are consistently met Drive the continued success and reputation of the food offering The ideal candidate will have a strong fresh food background and previous experience leading quality kitchens. You will be creative, commercially aware, and passionate about producing outstanding British cuisine while building a positive, motivated kitchen team. Most importantly, you'll relish the opportunity to take ownership of the operation and make it your own. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Head Chef seeking genuine autonomy within an independent, quality-driven business where your ideas, leadership, and passion for great food will have a real impact. Due to the number of applicants received, unfortunately we are unable to reply individually to each. Should your application be suitable for the role, then you'll hear from us within 48 hours, thank you. TPBN1_UKCT

QC Technician Temporary initially but could lead to a permanent position Pay Rate - £13 p/h Hours - 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm About the Role We are currently recruiting for a QC Technician to join a busy quality team within a packaging manufacturing environment. This role would suit someone with strong attention to detail, good organisational skills, and previous experience within a quality or manufacturing environmentis essential. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out quality control inspections, testing materials and finished products, maintaining accurate records, and supporting the Quality Assurance team to ensure compliance with company procedures and GMP standards. Key Responsibilities Carry out quality control checks on incoming materials and finished products Confirm the identity and condition of incoming materials Sample and test incoming materials in line with raw material specifications Record and maintain accurate quality control documentation and test results Ensure all materials are correctly status-labelled and identified Disposition and status-label returned or non-conforming materials Support environmental monitoring activities and sample collection procedures Maintain and update supplier and quality control databases Assist with periodic material retesting where required Work closely with QA and production teams to ensure quality standards are maintained Identify and escalate quality concerns in line with company procedures Maintain high levels of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks Requirements Previous experience within a quality control and a manufacturing environment is essential Good understanding of GMP standards and quality procedures Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Good verbal and written communication skills Confident using computer systems and databases Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good numeracy and record-keeping skills Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Qualifications & Experience Good general education including GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) Previous experience within a quality and manufacturing role Keywords: QC Technician, Quality Control Technician, Quality Technician, QA Technician, GMP, Manufacturing Quality, Laboratory Technician, Quality Inspector, Production Quality Control, Medical Devices, Quality Assurance Support. Winsearch acts as an employment agency for permanent staff. We recruit for roles based in Engineering & Manufacturing, Food & Drinks, Pharmaceutical, Supply Chain & Procurement and Professional Services. View our latest jobs today on our website (url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn. INDWIN Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed) /> Many Thanks

Sous Chef £3436k DOE | 4-Star Hotel | Cheshire | Straightforward Shift Patterns | No Regular Split Shifts Are you a Sous Chef with strong hotel banqueting experience looking for a role with better hours and a good work-life balance? We're recruiting for a Sous Chef to join a busy 4-star hotel in Cheshire, working alongside an experienced Head Chef and an established kitchen team. Why Apply? Mainly 1pm9:30pm shifts Occasional 5:30am2pm breakfast shifts No regular split shifts Established kitchen team Restaurant, weddings, conferences & banqueting Opportunity to lead and develop the brigade Excellent benefits The Role You'll work closely with the Head Chef to run the day-to-day kitchen operation, delivering high-quality food across the restaurant and a busy events calendar. The hotel hosts a significant number of weddings, conferences and private events , so previous hotel banqueting experience is essential . You'll be responsible for: Supporting and deputising for the Head Chef. Leading the brigade during busy services. Delivering food to a consistently high standard. Managing restaurant and banqueting services. Supporting stock control, ordering and GP. Maintaining food safety and kitchen standards. Developing and motivating the team. About You We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef who: Has proven hotel banqueting experience . Is confident catering for weddings and large events. Enjoys working in a busy, high-volume kitchen. Is hands-on, organised and quality-focused. Wants a stable role with a better work-life balance . If you're a Sous Chef looking for a busy kitchen without the usual hotel hours , we'd like to hear from you. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. TPBN1_UKCT

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