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Quality Assurance Technician (Days Or Nights) Newcastle-under-Lyme Permanent Opportunities Day Shift: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 16:00 13.57 per hour Night Shift: Monday to Friday, 21:30 - 06:30 15.53 per hour We are recruiting on behalf of a successful and expanding food manufacturing business in Newcastle-under-Lyme and are looking to speak with Quality Assurance and Quality Control professionals interested in either day or night shift opportunities . This is an exciting time to join a well-established company that continues to grow, invest in its people, and develop its operations. The business has built a strong reputation for quality and offers genuine opportunities for career progression within its Quality and Technical teams. Whether you're already working within QA/QC or looking to further develop your career in food manufacturing, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that actively promotes from within and provides ongoing training and development. There are also regular opportunities for overtime for those who wish to increase their earnings. The Role As a Quality Assurance Technician, you'll be responsible for ensuring products meet customer specifications, food safety standards, and legal requirements throughout the manufacturing process. Key Responsibilities Carry out food safety, quality, due diligence, and legal compliance checks. Complete start-up, temperature, metal detection, X-ray, and label verification checks. Monitor product weights, sizes, and specifications during production. Verify recipe accuracy and ingredient measurements. Review production paperwork and traceability records. Investigate and manage non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are completed. Maintain accurate quality documentation and records. Ensure GMP and hygiene standards are maintained across site. Conduct routine product sampling and quality inspections. Support customer visits, audits, and compliance activities. Work closely with Production and Technical teams to drive quality standards. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the business. What We're Looking For Food Safety Level 2 qualification. Experience within a QA, QC, or food manufacturing environment. Understanding of HACCP and food safety principles. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards. Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills. Excellent communication and organisational abilities. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. What's On Offer? Permanent day and night shift opportunities available Competitive hourly rates up to 15.53 per hour Regular overtime opportunities to boost earnings Excellent training and development programmes Genuine progression opportunities within Quality and Technical departments Company pension scheme Free on-site parking Health & wellbeing support programme Stable employment with a growing and successful food manufacturer If you're looking for a company that values its employees, offers long-term career prospects, and provides the opportunity to develop your skills within a thriving food manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Account Manager Location: London Region (Candidates should ideally be based within the M25) Salary: Competitive Basic Salary + Bonus + Benefits (disclosed over the phone) About the Opportunity An established and highly respected business within the drinks distribution sector is seeking an ambitious and commercially focused Key Account Manager to join its growing London team. This is an exciting opportunity to manage and develop a portfolio of valued hospitality accounts, driving revenue growth, strengthening customer partnerships, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining existing relationships while identifying new commercial opportunities to maximise sales and profitability. Key Responsibilities Manage and develop a portfolio of key hospitality accounts across London and the surrounding region. Build strong, long-term customer relationships, acting as a trusted business partner. Create and implement strategic account plans to achieve sales and margin objectives. Identify opportunities to increase product penetration across multiple beverage categories. Conduct regular business reviews, presenting performance data and growth plans. Work closely with internal departments including operations, customer service, logistics, and procurement to ensure excellent service delivery. Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing structures, and promotional activity. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer requirements to identify opportunities for growth. Resolve customer issues effectively, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and retention. Maintain accurate forecasts and sales pipeline reports. Support wider business development initiatives and contribute to regional growth objectives. About You Proven experience in a Key Account Manager, Account Manager, Business Development Manager, Territory Manager, or Sales Manager position Experience within drinks, FMCG, foodservice, wholesale, hospitality, or on-trade sectors would be highly advantageous Demonstrable track record of delivering revenue growth and exceeding sales targets Strong relationship-building, communication, and stakeholder management skills Commercially astute with excellent negotiation abilities Ability to analyse performance data and identify growth opportunities Highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple accounts effectively Strong presentation and influencing skills Full UK driving licence required What's on Offer Competitive salary with performance-related bonus Company car allowance or travel allowance Pension scheme Ongoing training and professional development The opportunity to join a market-leading business within the drinks and hospitality sector and play a significant role in its continued growth across London The Ideal Candidate You are a proactive, customer-focused sales professional who thrives on building lasting partnerships and delivering commercial results. You enjoy developing accounts, uncovering growth opportunities, and working consultatively with customers to create long-term value. With a passion for the hospitality industry and a strong commercial mindset, you will be confident influencing key decision-makers and driving sustainable business growth. If this looks of interest, please click apply and I will reach out with more information.

Senior Team Leader (Food Manufacturing) Newcastle-under-Lyme Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 3:00pm Circa 35,000 + Benefits A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Team Leader to join a well-known and highly successful food manufacturing business with an excellent reputation for quality, employee development and continued investment. The company is experiencing ongoing growth and offers genuine long-term career progression within a supportive and people-focused environment. As Senior Team Leader, you'll play a key role in leading production operations, ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Productivity are achieved while developing and supporting your team to deliver outstanding performance. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be responsible for motivating teams, driving efficiency, monitoring KPIs and ensuring production plans are delivered on time and in full. You'll work closely with Production, Technical, Engineering and Quality teams to maintain high operational standards and identify continuous improvement opportunities. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop production teams to achieve operational targets Drive a strong Health & Safety and Food Safety culture Ensure quality, customer and company standards are consistently met Monitor performance, productivity and waste reduction initiatives Support training, coaching and development across the team Manage staffing, line performance and shift activities Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP and manufacturing best practice standards About You We're looking for candidates with: Previous Team Leader, Senior Team Leader or Supervisory experience within Food Manufacturing, FMCG or a fast-paced production environment Strong leadership and people management skills Experience driving KPIs and operational performance Good understanding of Food Safety, Quality and Health & Safety standards A proactive and positive approach with excellent communication skills The ability to motivate teams and lead by example Why Apply? Monday to Friday days shift (6am to 3pm) Join a recognised and growing food manufacturing business Supportive management team and positive culture Genuine opportunities for development and progression Stable, long-term career opportunity Be part of a business committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence If you're a people-focused manufacturing leader looking to join a business that genuinely invests in its employees and offers excellent career prospects, we'd love to hear from you

Caretaker Static Position X2 position available 3-6 months Temp with the option to extend or go permanent PAYE: 14.80 PAYE per hour or Umbrella rate 18.71 per hour Static Position Locations are: West London SW3 and W10 Need own work boots. My client is a well-known housing association and they're seeking experienced Estate Caretakers to clean and maintain internal, external and all common areas of housing blocks and estates. Hours per week: 35hours (Apply online only) / Monday - Friday Key Responsibility: Take personal responsibility for ensuring that the estate is clean, tidy, landscaped, litter free and safe from hazards by delivering a high quality caretaking and grounds maintenance service to residents. Identify and assist in ways to improve the internal and external environment through working closely as part of a team and taking pride in the role. Rotate bins regularly to ensure refuse chutes are clear and ensure bulk bins are placed ready for collection. Sweep and wash communal staircase and landings as appropriate. Clean internal ledges, sills, handrails, balustrades, doors, walls and remove cobwebs from light fittings and all surroundings. Following the removal of refuse from the dustbins/bulk refuse containers, hose down and disinfect the area. If this is of interest please send me a copy of your CV and I will be happy to give you a call to discuss

Head of Product Development (Heritage, Gift & Licensed Products) Location: Hybrid - Melksham, Wiltshire Salary: Negotiable Job Type: Permanent, Full Time REED Marketing & Creative are pleased to be partnering with a well-established business with over 30 years' experience in the giftware sector who are evolving into a culturally curated lifestyle brand, rooted in storytelling, heritage and design. Supplying bookstores, museum stores, heritage retailers and gift shops across the UK, US and internationally, the business combines proprietary brands with licensing partnerships. As part of its next phase of growth, the company is seeking an experienced Head of Product Development to lead product strategy, deliver profitable growth and build a high-performing product function. The Role Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Director and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team, this role is accountable for the commercial success of the product portfolio. You will drive sales growth, improve gross margin and optimise return on product investment through strong strategic leadership and disciplined execution. Leading the Product Development team, you will balance creativity with commercial focus to deliver fewer, stronger and more profitable product launches. This is a commercial leadership role rather than a design-led position. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute product strategy aligned to business objectives and brand direction Own product portfolio performance, including sales, gross profit and margin delivery Create annual product roadmaps focused on revenue growth and ROI Drive SKU rationalisation, reducing underperforming lines and complexity Lead end-to-end product development from concept to launch, embedding commercial discipline Identify market opportunities through customer insight, trends and competitor analysis Manage product architecture across proprietary and licensed ranges Maximise value from licensing partnerships while strengthening owned brands Oversee product briefs, packaging and merchandising to optimise retail performance Lead value engineering and cost optimisation with overseas manufacturing partners Ensure compliance and risk management throughout development Build and develop a high-performing, commercially focused product team Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales and Marketing to align product with demand Champion the use of AI tools to improve development speed and effectiveness Experience & Skills Senior product leadership experience within giftware, consumer goods, homewares, licensing or related sectors Proven track record of delivering profitable product portfolios Strong financial and commercial acumen, including margin and ROI management Experience working with overseas manufacturers and cost optimisation Background in both proprietary and licensed product development Strong leadership and team development capability Data-driven decision making, using customer and market insight The successful candidate will be commercially driven and strategic, with strong decision-making ability. A confident leader who can balance creativity with commercial outcomes, influence stakeholders and maintain a clear focus on delivering products customers love and retailers want to buy. Interested? Apply online or contact Jo Aldred at Reed.

Technical Manager - Food Manufacturing (6 Month FTC) 55,000 - 60,000 + Pension + 25 Days Holiday (Pro Rata) + Company Benefits Wigan Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm Are you a Technical Manager or Senior Quality professional looking to gain experience within a large-scale bakery ingredients environment where you can take ownership of technical standards, maintain compliance and play a key role in supporting a well-established business? The site supplies bakery blends and ingredient solutions to major retailers, foodservice businesses and wholesalers across the UK. They are a part of a wider food manufacturing group with a national presence that has continued to invest in the site. In this role you'll lead the site's technical function, maintaining food safety, quality and compliance standards across a large-scale manufacturing operation. You'll oversee a small technical team, manage audits and customer requirements, and act as the site's key technical expert. The ideal candidate will have experience in a technical or quality leadership role within food manufacturing, with a strong understanding of BRC, HACCP and quality systems. Bakery experience would be advantageous, although candidates from other food manufacturing environments will also be considered. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of an established technical department where strong systems are already in place, allowing them to focus on maintaining standards, supporting the business and driving continuous improvement. You'll be responsible for: Leading the site's technical and quality functions, ensuring food safety and compliance standards are maintained. Managing audits, customer requirements and quality systems Leading a small technical team while acting as the site's technical expert. Driving continuous improvement initiatives and supporting the wider leadership team on technical matters. Ideal candidates will have: Experienced in a Technical or Quality management role within food manufacturing. Strong knowledge of BRC, HACCP, food safety and quality management systems. Experience managing audits, compliance standards and customer-facing technical requirements. A proactive leadership style, with bakery manufacturing experience being advantageous but not essential. Ready to take the next step in your technical career and become the key technical leader within a growing food manufacturing business? Click the link to apply or email your CV

Technical Manager / Quality Manager Salary: Up to 55,000 Working Pattern: Full time Sector: Food Manufacturing The Opportunity We are partnering with a well-established food manufacturing business seeking an experienced Technical Manager or Quality Manager to lead site quality, food safety, and compliance activities. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident technical professional who enjoys being at the heart of the operation. You'll take ownership of technical and quality functions across the site, working closely with production, operations, suppliers, and senior leadership to ensure standards are maintained, improved, and embedded throughout the business. The successful candidate will be able to hit the ground running while taking the time to understand the business, its people, and its processes. This role offers genuine autonomy, broad responsibility, and the chance to make a visible impact within a growing manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Lead all site quality, food safety, and technical activities. Manage and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS). Oversee supplier approval, supplier performance, and supplier compliance programmes. Support production and operations teams with technical expertise and problem-solving. Review existing procedures and implement improvements to drive efficiency and compliance. Ensure compliance with customer standards, regulatory requirements, and food safety legislation. Lead customer, third-party, and regulatory audits, ensuring successful outcomes. Manage non-conformances, root cause investigations, corrective actions, and preventative measures. Drive a positive quality and food safety culture across all departments. Monitor site performance through key quality and technical metrics. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify continuous improvement opportunities. Act as the key technical contact for customers, suppliers, and external stakeholders. About You We are looking for an individual who combines strong technical knowledge with a practical and hands-on approach. You will ideally have: Previous experience as a Technical Manager, Quality Manager, Technical Lead, or similar role within food manufacturing. Strong knowledge of food safety, quality management systems, HACCP, and compliance requirements. Experience managing supplier approval processes and external audits. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive, confident approach with the ability to make decisions and influence others. Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities. The flexibility to adapt within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. A desire to take ownership and continuously improve standards, systems, and processes. Why Apply? Salary up to 55,000 High level of autonomy and responsibility. Opportunity to shape and improve technical and quality standards. Join a business where your contribution will be highly visible and valued. Broad and varied role with genuine scope for personal and professional development.

Multi-Trade Operative (Sub-Contractor) Must have own transport, does not need to be a van, Location: Croydon (with potential work across London) Contract Type: Self-Employed / Sub-Contractor Working Hours: Monday to Friday, typically 8:00am/9:00am to 5:00pm, with occasional weekend work available Duration: Long-term contract opportunity with ongoing work available Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and reliable Multi-Trade Operative to support a large voids and refurbishment programme within social housing properties across Croydon and Greater London. The successful candidate will be a competent all-rounder with experience across a range of trades and capable of carrying out refurbishment and maintenance works to a high standard. The initial project consists of approximately 60-70 void properties, with further opportunities available across London upon successful completion. Key Responsibilities Carry out general property refurbishment and maintenance works. Complete basic plumbing repairs, including: Changing taps Repairing minor leaks General plumbing maintenance Undertake basic electrical works, including: Replacing sockets Replacing light switches Minor electrical repairs in line with regulations Perform carpentry and joinery tasks, including: Hanging doors Fitting architraves and skirting Installing laminate flooring General lock repairs and replacements Complete painting and decorating works as required. Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Liaise with site management regarding materials and project requirements. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Candidate Requirements Proven experience as a Multi-Trade Operative. Strong skills across carpentry, plumbing, decorating and basic electrical works. Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively. Own van and tools preferred. Full UK Driving Licence. Good communication and problem-solving skills. Experience working within social housing, voids or property refurbishment environments is desirable. Materials & Expenses Materials will be supplied via company accounts with major suppliers including Howdens, Screwfix and other merchants. Travel/mileage contributions may be discussed depending on project location and requirements. Contractors will not be expected to purchase materials using their own funds. Interview Process Initial telephone interview. Follow-up site meeting with the Operations Team. What's on Offer Long-term contract opportunity. Consistent workload with potential ongoing assignments across London. Opportunity to work with an established FM and Building Services contractor. Immediate start available for suitable candidates. Rate: Competitive day rate (DOE and experience). Applicants must have relevant trade experience and be able to demonstrate a strong all-round maintenance and refurbishment skillset. DBS maybe be checked so any convictions must be disclosed on registration and own vehicleis required. this is a self-employed role so you will be paid through an umbrella on a day rate.

Industrial Cook Contract: Temporary to Permanent Pay Rate: 12.95 per hour, increasing to 13.80 per hour after 6 months Hours: Monday to Friday, 11:30am to 8:00pm About the Role We are recruiting for an Industrial Cook to join a busy food manufacturing operation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in cooking, catering, or food production who is looking for a long-term role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and processing food products in line with production recipes and specifications, while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and hygiene. Key Responsibilities Follow recipes and production instructions accurately to manufacture products to specification. Weigh, prepare, and add ingredients to production machinery. Ensure full traceability of all raw materials and ingredients used throughout production. Complete production documentation and control records accurately. Maintain high standards of cleanliness across equipment, workstations, production areas, and personal protective clothing. Adhere to all food safety procedures, including HACCP controls, heat processing, filtration, and metal detection processes. Store and handle raw materials and finished goods at the correct temperatures and prevent contamination. Report any non-conforming products or quality concerns to the relevant department. Ensure correct segregation of ingredients where required, including allergens and other controlled materials. Report equipment faults or operational issues promptly to management. Keep production areas clean, organised, and compliant with company standards. Comply with all site food safety, hygiene, and quality policies. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous experience in a cooking, catering, chef, or food production role. The ability to undertake manual handling and heavy lifting of up to 25kg. Basic computer skills and confidence working with automated production systems. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality. A proactive attitude with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. An understanding of food hygiene and food safety standards. What's on Offer? Temporary to permanent opportunity with long-term career prospects. Pay increase after successful completion of 6 months. Monday to Friday working pattern. Opportunity to join an established and growing food manufacturing business. Apply today to be considered for this Industrial Cook opportunity.

Head of Technical Full-time Permanent Up to 70,000 The Role Reporting to the Site General Manager, the Head of Technical is the guardian of technical excellence, ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, legality, quality, and integrity. Working closely with Production, Operations and Milling teams, you will embed robust technical governance into daily operations - balancing compliance, commercial priorities and artisan craft. Through leadership, continuous improvement and a strong floor presence, you will ensure technical standards are a cultural norm, not a tick-box exercise. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Quality Leadership Own and continuously develop the Food Safety & Product Integrity framework across all sites. Lead and maintain HACCP, including TACCP and VACCP, ensuring risk assessments are robust, current and operationally embedded. Provide expert oversight of allergen management, gluten control, traceability, raw material risk profiling, testing regimes and product verification. Act as the senior authority on food safety and legality, with the autonomy to stop production or dispatch where necessary. Certification & Audit Management Lead technical strategy for BRCGS Food Safety, FEMAS, Organic, Biodynamic and Gluten-Free certification schemes. Act as senior technical representative during third-party audits, customer visits and regulatory inspections. Ensure audit findings drive meaningful improvements rather than reactive compliance. Oversee the Gluten-Free Management Programme, ensuring segregation, validation and verification remain rigorous. Technical Governance Oversee supplier approval, raw material risk assessments and finished product specifications. Approve and technically sign off critical documentation and specifications. Lead investigations into significant food safety or quality incidents, ensuring root cause analysis and preventative actions are robust. Lead the annual Management Review for the Food Safety & Quality Management System. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Partner with Milling and Operations teams to ensure technical standards are integral to daily practice. Support process optimisation, grain performance analysis and product consistency improvement. Provide technical direction for NPD, reformulation and process changes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen product performance and customer confidence. Who We're Looking For A technically strong, commercially aware food manufacturing professional who combines deep food safety expertise with practical, hands-on leadership. You'll be credible on the production floor, comfortable leading audits, and confident making decisions that protect product integrity. You recognise that technical excellence underpins both compliance and premium product performance. Qualifications & Experience Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology or related field. Significant technical leadership experience within food manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety and food safety management systems. Practical HACCP experience, ideally as a leader or chairperson. Experience leading external audits and delivering strong audit outcomes. Hands-on experience in a production environment.

Marketing Manager - Home Improvement / Interiors sector 50,000 - 65,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus Remote with regular UK travel (Swansea, Hull, Windsor) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Marketing Manager to join a fast-growing business within the home improvement sector. This newly created role offers the chance to take full ownership of marketing strategy, planning and execution, working directly with senior leadership to support ambitious growth plans. This position is ideal for a commercially focused marketer who enjoys both strategic leadership and hands-on delivery, with responsibility across brand development, lead generation, CRM, content, digital marketing and customer engagement. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver a marketing strategy aligned to business growth objectives. Manage marketing plans, budgets, KPIs and performance reporting. Lead brand development and ensure consistency across all customer touchpoints. Plan and execute integrated marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels. Drive lead generation and customer acquisition activity. Develop CRM, email marketing and customer lifecycle campaigns to improve engagement and conversion. Manage external agencies and marketing partners to maximise campaign performance and ROI. Oversee content creation across websites, social media, email and offline marketing channels. Coordinate PR activity, advertising campaigns and customer success stories. Use customer insights and data analytics to optimise marketing effectiveness. Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation and new technologies to improve performance and efficiency. Provide regular commercial insights and recommendations to senior leadership. About You Proven experience in a Marketing Manager position. Strong B2C marketing background. Experience across both digital and traditional marketing channels. Demonstrable success in lead generation, customer acquisition and CRM marketing. Experience managing agencies, budgets and campaign performance. Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment. Enthusiastic about innovation, AI and emerging marketing technologies. Desirable Experience within home improvement, interiors, retail or consumer-focused sectors. Exposure to franchise, trade or multi-channel business models. Experience supporting events, exhibitions, video content or customer engagement initiatives. What's on Offer? Opportunity to shape and develop a marketing function Direct access to senior leadership Genuine scope to make a significant commercial impact within a growing organisation If you are an ambitious Marketing Manager looking for a role where you can influence strategy, drive growth and build a marketing function, we would love to hear from you. Apply online or contact Jo Aldred at Reed Marketing & Creative for more information.

Technical Manager - Food Manufacturing 55,000 - 65,000 + Medical + Free Meals + Company Pension Days Holiday Wrexham 8am-5pm Are you an experienced Technical leader in the Food Manufacturing sector and looking for a high-impact role where you can take ownership of quality, food safety & technical work at a major food manufacturer supplying millions of products to major retailers? This leading Food Manufacturer specialises in ready meal solutions for big supermarkets & foodservice providers, having over 100 years of history and a strong footprint both globally and in the UK. They operate several modern production facilities and have benefited from significant investment recently. In this role you will be responsible for the Technical & QA function, ensuring products consistently meet food safety, legal and customer requirements. Working closely with operational teams, customers and senior stakeholders, you will drive standards, lead audit readiness, oversee quality systems and champion continuous improvement across the site. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable Technical Management experience in the Food Manufacturing sector with strong knowledge of retailer requirements, food safety systems and site audits, alongside a proven ability to manage and develop teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone that wants to significantly influence standards, staff & performance across one of the largest manufacturing sites of its kind. Day-to-day of the role: Leading the site technical agenda, overseeing Technical, Quality & Compliance Maintaining and enhancing food safety, quality and compliance systems across the factory Acting as the key contact for customer, retailer and third-party audits while driving successful outcomes Overseeing HACCP activities and ensuring products are manufactured to the highest standards Investigating quality and food safety issues, identifying trends and implementing preventative actions Working closely with Production, NPD and Process teams to support product quality and compliance Driving continuous improvement initiatives and helping modernise technical systems and processes The ideal person will have: Previous experience in a Technical Management or senior Technical leadership role within Food Manufacturing Strong understanding of HACCP, BRCGS standards, retailer requirements and food legislation Experience leading customer audits and maintaining compliance within a fast-paced production environment A track record of developing teams and driving improvements in food safety and quality performance A food-related degree or equivalent qualification (advantageous but not essential) If you are interested in this position, click apply or contact Stuart Goble at Reed. Technical Manager, Technical Management, Head of Technical, Technical Leader, Technical Manager, Quality Manager, Compliance Manager, Audit Manager, FMCG, Food Manfuacturing, Food, Drinks, Meals, Dairy, Ambient, Meat, Bakery, Snacks, Beverages, Wrexham, Chester, Cheshire, North Wales, Deeside, Wirral, Mold, Crewe

National Account Manager - Food Manufacturing 60,000 - 70,000 + Bonus + Medical + Company Pension Days Holiday Wrexham Are you looking for an opportunity to take ownership of relationships with major grocery customers and play a direct role in driving growth at one of the UK's leading food manufacturers? This leading Food Manufacturer specialises in ready meal solutions for big supermarkets & foodservice providers, having over 100 years of history and a strong footprint both globally and in the UK. They operate several modern production facilities and have benefited from significant investment recently. In this role you will be responsible for managing and developing key retail customer relationships, acting as the primary commercial contact while ensuring business alignment with customer requirements. Working closely with teams across Operations, NPD, Supply Chain and Technical, you'll create profitable growth, strengthen customer partnerships and deliver against commercial targets The ideal candidate will have demonstrable Account Management experience within the Food Manufacturing sector and a proven ability to build strong customer relationships. They will be commercially astute, highly organised and comfortable leading negotiations, managing business plans and delivering growth within retail accounts. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to join a well-invested manufacturer where they can take ownership of a strategically important account and have a genuine influence on commercial performance, customer growth and long-term business success. Day-to-day of the role: Managing a key retail customer relationship and acting as the primary point of contact for the account Building and delivering customer business plans to achieve volume, revenue and profitability targets Working cross-functionally to ensure customer requirements are understood and successfully delivered across the business Leading commercial discussions, pricing activities and negotiations with customers Supporting tenders, commercial submissions and new product opportunities Monitoring account performance, identifying opportunities and driving continuous improvement initiatives Producing forecasts, analysing commercial performance and reporting on key account activity The ideal person will have: Experience in a National Account Manager, Account Manager or similar customer-facing commercial role within Food Manufacturing A proven track record of managing relationships with UK grocery retailers Experience delivering customer business plans and driving commercial growth Strong negotiation skills and experience managing pricing conversations Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities Strong analytical skills & the ability convert data into commercial insights If you are interested in this position, click apply or contact Stuart Goble at Reed. NAM, Account Manager, National Account Manager, Key Account Manager, Business Development, BDM, Sales, Food Manufacturing, FMCG, Food, Drink, Drinks, Beverages, Retail, Retailers, B2B, Off Trade, Off-Trade, Category, Dairy, Bakery, Meals, Ambient, Snacks, Fresh, Chilled, Frozen, Meats, Chester, Cheshire, Deeside, Ellesmere, Wirral, Wrexham, North Wales, Flint

REED Engineering & Manufacturing specialises in placing both blue-collar and white-collar professionals into temporary and permanent positions across the UK's engineering and manufacturing sectors. We are looking to recruit a Recruitment Consultant to join our busy and successful Engineering & Manufacturing team. The Opportunity As an Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment Consultant, you will work with a diverse client portfolio across a range of industries, including: Defence Aerospace Nuclear Automotive Pharmaceutical FMCG Aviation Oil & Gas Electronics Renewable Energy Your role will involve partnering with both employers and jobseekers, understanding recruitment requirements, and matching talented professionals with exciting career opportunities. This is a rewarding sales and consultancy role where you will effectively manage your own desk as a business within a business. You will be supported by industry-leading technology, extensive training, and one of the UK's largest recruitment databases to help you succeed. Key Responsibilities Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients. Identify recruitment opportunities within engineering and manufacturing businesses. Source, interview, and assess candidates. Match candidates to suitable vacancies and manage the recruitment process from start to finish. Conduct business development activities, including sales calls and client meetings. Manage candidate and client expectations throughout the recruitment journey. Achieve and exceed agreed activity and revenue targets. Adapt quickly to changing market conditions and recruitment demands. What We're Looking For Excellent communication, sales, and relationship-building skills. A proactive and resilient approach. A strong desire to work in a target-driven environment. The ability to manage multiple priorities and changing requirements. Confidence engaging with both candidates and senior decision-makers. Previous recruitment, sales, or customer-facing experience is advantageous but not essential. Why Join Reed? Training & Development Industry-leading training through the Reed Recruitment Academy . Access to the Management Academy for future leaders. Structured career development framework with opportunities for promotion and salary reviews every six months based on performance. Reward & Recognition Competitive salary. Generous uncapped bonus scheme with monthly and quarterly earning opportunities. Transparent progression structure, giving you greater control of your career and earnings. Recognition and rewards for innovation and ideas that improve the way we work. Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Option to buy more holidays, sell, or carry over holiday. Hybrid working Long service awards, including paid sabbaticals from five years' service Up to eight weeks' fully paid sabbatical at key service milestones. Access to marketing support and (url removed), one of the UK's largest recruitment databases. Join Reed and discover why we have been recognised as one of the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies to Work for .

Quality Controller - Days Newcastle-under-Lyme 13.57 per hour Monday to Friday 07:00 - 16:00 Permanent Position Are you looking to build a long-term career within Quality Assurance and Food Manufacturing? We're recruiting on behalf of a highly successful food manufacturer that continues to invest heavily in its people, facilities, and future growth. Following significant expansion, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business that genuinely values employee development and offers clear progression opportunities for ambitious individuals. This is a company where hard work is recognised, training is actively encouraged, and there are genuine opportunities to progress into senior quality and technical positions. Additional overtime is regularly available for those looking to maximise their earnings. What You'll Be Doing As a Quality Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring products meet the highest standards of food safety, legality, and customer specification. Key duties include: Carrying out food safety, quality, due diligence, and legal compliance checks. Completing start-up, temperature, metal detection, X-ray, and label verification checks. Monitoring product weights, sizes, and specifications throughout production. Verifying recipe accuracy and ingredient measurements. Conducting temperature checks across production and storage areas. Maintaining accurate quality records and documentation. Investigating non-conformances and implementing corrective actions. Ensuring GMP and hygiene standards are consistently achieved. Supporting customer audits, site visits, and traceability exercises. Assisting with continuous improvement initiatives across the site. What We're Looking For Food Safety Level 2 qualification. Previous experience within Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or food manufacturing. Knowledge of HACCP and food safety principles. Excellent attention to detail. Strong communication and organisational skills. Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills. A proactive approach and willingness to learn. What's On Offer? 13.57 per hour Monday-Friday days only Regular overtime opportunities available Ongoing training and development Clear progression pathways within Quality and Technical departments Company pension scheme Free on-site parking Health & wellbeing support programme Stable, permanent employment with a growing business If you're looking for a company that invests in its people and offers genuine career progression, we'd love to hear from you

Senior Electrical Engineer Annual Salary: Up to 60,000 Total Compensation Package: Up to 67,500 Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (2 days WFH / 3 days office-based) Join our dynamic team at a pivotal moment in our journey towards achieving the UK's 2050 Net Zero Carbon Targets for Buildings. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will lead crucial electrical building services design projects and support the growth of our consultancy based in the heart of Wilmslow town centre. Day-to-day of the role: Lead and deliver electrical building services design projects through all RIBA stages 1-6. Support the Building Services Design process (RIBA 1-4) and services team. Assist in the construction process (RIBA 5-6) and project management teams. Engage in Low Energy Building Design (RIBA 1-4) and technical teams. Produce, review, and approve calculations, analyses, drawings, models, and technical reports. Provide expert knowledge on Electrical Engineering Design. Act as a mentor for Junior Electrical Engineers. Develop and improve technical systems within the business. Maintain and enhance relationships with clients, suppliers, and experts. Required Skills & Qualifications: Chartered Electrical Engineer. Member of a recognised professional body (e.g., IET, CIBSE). Minimum 5 years' experience in the Building Services Sector. Minimum 3 years' experience in a senior position. Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related Building Services Degree/Apprenticeship. Proficiency in software such as Dialux and Revit. Experience in designing various systems including Lighting, Power, Fire & Security, and more. Benefits: 36 days holiday (including public holidays). 10% overall pension contribution. Comprehensive training and personal development plan. Private medical insurance. Holiday buy and sell scheme. Electrical vehicle salary sacrifice scheme. Cycle to work scheme. Sustainable volunteering day. Regular company-funded social events. Equal opportunities employer. To apply for this Senior Electrical Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

Business Development Manager - Food Manufacturing Bolton 35,000 - 40,000 + Net Profit Bonus Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm Are you experienced in scaling Food Manufacturing or Foodservice businesses and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a big impact at a company that is poised to be a major exporter in the North West? This new Food Manufacturing business is already working closely with organisations such as the GM Growth Hub to scale rapidly and meet demand from foodservice & wholesale clients across the UK & EMEA. They're investing significantly to acquire new equipment and increase output, and they're now looking for someone to join them as they enter an exciting new chapter. In this role you'll work closely with the company owner to identify opportunities and implement initiatives to increase efficiencies, reduce waste, improve profitability, penetrate new markets and secure new clients. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a blend of experience in both sales/business development or commercial activities along with a technical understanding of the food manufacturing sector, such as processes, regulations and supply chain structure. What's in it for you? Join a rapidly growing business at the perfect time where you can make an impact and get rewarded based on company growth Funded travel to big tradeshows across the UK and overseas where you can network and build the company brand Work in a tight-knit and professional team atmosphere where staff are looked after by the company owner e.g team meals and events You'll be responsible for: Working with the company owner to identify & implement opportunities for growth & improvement e.g production processes, new equipment, new markets, investment partners Handling relationships with existing customers, ensuring overall satisfaction and securing further business Generating new business by following up on leads, visiting trade shows and developing the company's brand Researching and delivering waste & cost reduction measures to improve profitability Ideal candidates will have: Coming from a Food / Beverage Manufacturing or Foodservice industry background Experience in business development or sales, or possessing a strong commercial awareness through a customer-facing Food Manufacturing role Strong negotiation and communication skills, capable of working with a diverse client base Full driving license and comfortable with travel, such as for tradeshows and international exhibitions Ready to take a bold new step in your career with a rapidly growing business where you can make a significant impact? Click the link to apply or email your CV BDM, Business Development, Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Commercial Manager, Account Manager, Key Account Manager, Business Development Manager, Food Manufacturing, FMCG, Foodservice, Food Wholesale, Wholesale, Distribution, Food Distribution, Drinks, Ambient, Dairy, Meats, Fresh Produce, Meals, Greater Manchester, Manchester, Wigan, Warrington, Lancashire, Bolton, Preston, Chorley

Senior NPD Technologist Location: County Durham Package: up to 37,000 plus 1-day WFH Are you an experienced food innovator with a passion for bringing exciting products to market? We're looking for a Senior NPD Technologist to play a key role in developing and launching new products across retail and branded portfolios, while driving continuous product improvement and innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, leading projects from concept through to launch and working closely with commercial, technical, procurement and production teams. The Role As a Senior NPD Technologist, you'll take ownership of a varied portfolio of NPD, EPD, value engineering and ingredient-led projects. You'll be responsible for turning customer briefs into commercially viable products, leading factory trials and ensuring successful product launches. You'll also support and mentor junior team members and act as a key link between development, technical, procurement and commercial functions. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of new and improved food products from concept to launch. Translate retailer and customer briefs into innovative, commercially viable products. Conduct market and trend research to identify new opportunities. Develop and reformulate recipes to meet customer, technical and financial requirements. Source and evaluate new ingredients alongside procurement and technical teams. Organise and manage factory trials, product testing and shelf-life validation. Review and approve product artwork and supporting documentation. Support nutritional analysis, product claims and cooking instruction development. Ensure compliance with food safety, allergen and retailer requirements. Manage product launch handovers and cross-functional project meetings. Drive continuous improvement across NPD processes, systems and ways of working. Mentor junior NPD team members and support their development. Deputise for the NPD Manager when required. About You We're looking for someone who combines creativity with strong technical expertise and excellent project management skills. You'll ideally have: Previous experience in an NPD role within food manufacturing. Strong knowledge of product development processes from concept to launch. Experience managing retailer accounts and customer-facing projects. Understanding of thermal processing, shelf-life testing and nutritional compliance. Knowledge of food safety legislation, HACCP and allergen management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience mentoring or managing junior team members. A proactive, innovative and solutions-focused approach. Full UK driving licence. What's in it for you? Opportunity to lead high-profile product development projects. Exposure to major retailers and cross-functional business teams. A varied and fast-paced role with genuine autonomy. Chance to mentor and develop others while progressing your own career. Supportive and collaborative working environment. If you're passionate about food innovation and thrive on seeing products move from idea to supermarket shelf, click apply !

Practice Administrator Hourly Rate: 13.00 - 13.25 Location : Huntingdon (with one day per week in St Neots and at least one day per month in Bedford) Job Type : Full-time, office based Reed are delighted to be working with a nationally recognised accountants, a busy firm dedicated to delivering exceptional accounting, tax and financial services. They are seeking a Practice Administrator to support their Senior Administrator and enhance their client service delivery in Huntingdon. This role could also be worked on a part time basis 9.00am to 3.00pm Monday to Friday. Day-to-day of the role: Engage in daily practice operations and new client onboarding to ensure a smooth workflow. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards. Foster a positive work environment that promotes team collaboration. Assist in client relationship management and service delivery, including front of house duties. Deliver new business proposals using class-leading accounting software. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven administrative experience within an accounting or professional services environment. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Prior experience in a busy practice setting is preferred but not essential. Ability to handle multiple priorities with professionalism. Benefits: Casual dress code. Company events. Company pension. Cycle to work scheme. Sick pay. To apply for this Practice Administrator position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

Technical Manager Location: Kent Permanent Position Lead Quality. Drive Excellence. Shape the Future. Are you an experienced Technical Manager looking for an opportunity to make a genuine impact within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment? We are seeking a passionate and proactive Technical Manager to join a successful and growing food business. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for ensuring the highest standards of food safety, quality, legality, and compliance while driving a culture of continuous improvement across the site. Reporting directly to the Head of Technical, you'll be the technical lead on site, managing a dedicated team and acting as the key point of escalation for all technical matters. You'll play a crucial role in maintaining customer confidence, delivering audit excellence, and supporting operational success. What You'll Be Doing As Technical Manager, you will: Lead and maintain the site's Quality and Food Safety Management Systems. Champion food safety, quality, legality, and compliance throughout the manufacturing process. Lead the HACCP team and ensure robust control measures remain effective and up to date. Take ownership of customer, regulatory, and certification audits, including BRC and retailer visits. Drive site performance through KPI management, trend analysis, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives. Act as the primary escalation point for technical, food safety, and quality issues. Manage customer complaints, non-conformances, and out-of-specification investigations, ensuring effective corrective and preventative actions. Build strong relationships across Operations, Engineering, Hygiene, NPD, and external stakeholders. Develop, coach, and inspire a team of technical and quality professionals. Support the Head of Technical and provide leadership cover when required. Play a key role in crisis management, risk assessment, and food safety culture programmes. About You We're looking for a driven and knowledgeable technical professional who thrives in a challenging manufacturing environment. You'll ideally have: A qualification to HND level or above in Food Technology or a related discipline. Proven Technical Management experience within food manufacturing. Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety, quality systems, and food legislation. Experience working with major UK retailers and customer codes of practice. A successful track record of leading BRC, customer, and regulatory audits. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong leadership capability with experience managing and developing teams. A hands-on approach with a passion for driving standards and continuous improvement. Experience within chilled food manufacturing or ready meals would be highly advantageous. Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity to join a business where quality and innovation are at the heart of everything they do. You'll have the chance to influence site strategy, lead major improvement initiatives, and develop your career within a supportive and ambitious environment. If you're a motivated Technical Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.