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Ink Technician Leeds Rotating Days & Nights 14.37 - 15.73 per hour + Excellent Benefits Major Recruitment are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a long-established and highly respected packaging manufacturer based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business with modern production facilities, strong investment in people and technology, and genuine long-term career prospects. About the Company: Our client is a leading UK manufacturer of innovative flexible packaging solutions, supplying major UK and European brands across the food, homecare, and consumer goods sectors. Their product range includes printed packaging, pouches, bags, films, and laminated products, all produced within a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment focused on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. What's on Offer: Competitive hourly rate: 14.37 - 15.73 per hour (depending on experience) Average 40 hours per week Rotating continental shift pattern: 2 weeks working 3 shifts 1 week working 4 shifts Shift times: 07:00 - 19:00 19:00 - 07:00 Monday to Friday rotating days and nights On-site canteen facilities Company pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme Health & wellbeing programme Company sick pay Staff store discounts Genuine opportunities for progression and development The Role - Ink Technician: As an Ink Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the printing operation by preparing and managing inks to precise customer and production specifications. Working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you will use specialist colour management and dispensing systems to ensure consistent quality, minimise waste, and maintain efficient production flow. This is a hands-on role requiring excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider production team. Key Responsibilities: Prepare inks using GSE dispensing systems and X-Rite colour management tools Produce accurate colour matches in line with production schedules and customer specifications Manage and reuse press return inks efficiently Troubleshoot ink-related issues on printing presses Deliver inks to production presses and return unused stock to the ink store Unload ink deliveries and safely store materials within the designated compound Maintain excellent housekeeping standards within the ink store area Carry out routine maintenance of dispensing systems Safely handle 200kg barrels and 20kg pails using appropriate equipment and handling tools Work in line with strict Health & Safety and quality standards at all times Health, Safety & Quality: The successful candidate will be expected to: Follow all workplace safety procedures and company policies Identify and report hazards, accidents, near-misses, or unsafe practices Maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping Ensure products consistently meet quality assurance standards and KPI targets Support a positive, respectful, and inclusive working environment Skills & Experience Required: Previous experience in an Ink Technician, Ink Mixing, or similar manufacturing role Experience using GSE systems or equivalent colour dispensing equipment preferred Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately Good communication and teamwork skills Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment Basic computer literacy Flexible approach to working hours and overtime when required Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Reasonable level of physical fitness due to lifting, bending, and manual handling requirements Please note: this role is subject to an Ishihara colour vision test Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturer with an excellent reputation in the packaging industry. The company offers long-term career prospects, supportive training, and a modern working environment where employee wellbeing and development are genuinely valued. How to Apply Sound like the perfect fit? We'd love to see your CV. Please send us your up-to-date CV highlighting your relevant experience. If you're shortlisted, we'll be in touch within 2 working days. INDMG

Business Development Manager - New Product Development Location: Surrey (Frimley area) Sector: FMCG / Consumer Goods / Nutrition & Supplements Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 + generous benefits + Annual Bonus Hybrid: YES The Opportunity We are partnering with a fast-growing, product-led business operating within the FMCG, health, and consumer goods space, supporting the development and launch of innovative products for a wide range of clients. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a commercially minded Project Manager to take ownership of new client projects from concept through to delivery. This is a highly visible role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working at the intersection of product development, commercial decision-making, and client management. The Role You will act as the key point of contact during the development phase of new product launches, ensuring projects move efficiently from initial concept through to final sign-off. Key responsibilities include: Taking full ownership of multiple projects, managing them from concept through to launch Acting as the primary client contact throughout the development lifecycle Coordinating cross-functional teams across product development, packaging, and operations Managing timelines, costs, and deliverables to ensure commercial viability Supporting product development processes including briefing, sampling, and production trials Ensuring clear documentation and smooth handover to account management teams Contributing to commercial discussions including costings and margin considerations Keeping up to date with industry trends to support innovation and competitive positioning About You We're looking for someone with a strong blend of project delivery, commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills. You may currently be working in roles such as: Project Manager (NPD / FMCG / Product Development) Product Development Manager Innovation or Commercialisation Manager Account Manager within a product-led or manufacturing environment Sales Experience from any of the following sectors would be highly relevant: FMCG / Food & Beverage Beauty / Personal Care / Cosmetics Nutrition / Supplements / Health products Contract manufacturing or private label Key Requirements Proven experience managing projects from concept through to launch Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams Experience working in product-led or manufacturing environments Commercial awareness, including exposure to costings, budgets, or margins Confident communicator with experience managing client or stakeholder relationships Ability to work at pace and drive projects forward in a dynamic environment Why Apply? Opportunity to own and lead end-to-end product development projects Work in a growing, entrepreneurial business with strong market momentum High level of client exposure and influence on commercial outcomes Fast-paced, collaborative environment with genuine progression opportunities If you're looking to step into a role where you can combine project delivery, client interaction, and commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you. REF: INDSR

Food Ingredients Trader Food Manufacturing Remote (Europe) Major Recruitment is working in partnership with a global food trading business that specialises in sustainably sourcing and supplying high-quality BRC-certified meat, seafood and food ingredients worldwide. We are looking to speak with Traders who have experience with ingredients, meat and/or seafood As a Trader, you will be responsible for global sourcing and food product sales. This role will actively manage procurement, trading and sales activities across all continents, ensuring profitability, quality, and long-term business partnerships. Key Responsibilities of a Trader Develop and execute strategic trading plans to grow sales and profitability. Ensure timely documentation for imports and exports, including contracts, shipping documents and food safety certificates. Source raw materials and finished goods from global suppliers. Sell food products to international buyers. Manage pricing, contract negotiations, and payment terms with buyers and suppliers. Ensure all sourced material complies with certification, sustainability standards, and customer requirements. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent quality, timely deliveries, and long-term collaboration. Stay updated with regulations on international trade, standards, and sustainability requirements Build and maintain relationships with customers, key accounts, and partners. Provide exceptional service, respond to inquiries, and resolve complaints professionally. Track market trends, competitor activity, and pricing developments to ensure competitive positioning. Identify and onboard new suppliers, including cooperatives, aggregators, and processors globally. Skills required to be a successful Trader Previous experience in international trading of food ingredients, meat or seafood Proven track record of sourcing and selling across multiple geographies Strong understanding of international trade, supply chain and certification systems. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Analytical and detail-oriented with a commercial mindset. Major Recruitment is an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straightforward. INDBD

Quality Control Assistant Are you an established Quality or Technical Auditor seeking your next step up in your career? Worked within a similar role in a fast paced manufacturing environment? Want to join a company that is on an upwards journey of growth? Major Recruitment are seeking a Quality Control Assistant to join our client s manufacturing site near Brent, London As a Quality Control Assistant you will support the technical and process function to launch safe, legal and high-quality product. Working closely with the Technical and Process Function managing and keeping up to date technical paperwork. Key Responsibilities Quality Control Assistant: Draw up and maintain product factory paperwork (including recipes, calculation of batching). Coordinated internal approval of all factory paperwork (including technical and process sign off). Responsible to maintain factory trackers (e.g. debrining, ph/salt). Surveillance routine testing: support the management of the routine testing schedule (covering microbiological and nutritional testing, etc), updating internal trackers. Manage internal training of new processes and quality system paperwork for Factory Personnel for any new products. Responsible to maintain the following folders up to date: artworks folders, factory floor paperwork folders. Responsible to create spiderweb graph for any new olives. Responsible to keep up to date Demarco database. QUOR system SME deputy. Assist with Customer visits. What s in for you? Salary up to £32,000 per annum Monday - Friday Pension Fund Career progression Skills required to be a Quality Control Assistant. Experience working in a food manufacturing environment (preferrable). Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office). Excellent attention to detail and organisation skills. Confident communicator with the ability to work across departments. Excellent level of literacy. Passionate about delivery high-quality products. A proactive, can-do attitude. Qualifications HACCP Level 2 Training & Auditing would be desirable If you are interested, please click apply now and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch. Major Recruitment are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straight forward. INDSS