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The Sterling Choice Long Sutton, Lincolnshire
Oct 17, 2025
Full time
Production Team Leader Food Manufacturing Let s be honest some Team Leader jobs are really just glorified admin roles with a hi-vis. This isn t one of those. You ll be running a production line that actually produces things people eat. That means quality, pace, and standards matter because mistakes here don t just cost money, they end up on someone s dinner plate. You ll lead a team of operators who look to you to set the tone. Not by shouting, but by showing. If you re the type who hides in the office when things go wrong, this isn t going to work out. But if you get a buzz from being in the thick of it solving problems, coaching people, keeping the wheels turning you ll fit right in. You ll be measured on things like waste, output, and quality. The usual stuff. But more importantly, you ll be judged on whether your line runs better because you re leading it not just because you re standing there when it does. You ll need: Supervisory experience ideally from a food manufacturing background. The ability to stay calm and organised when production targets start looking more like wishful thinking. A sharp eye for detail (because labels, weights, and hygiene checks aren t suggestions). And enough confidence to hold your own with production managers, QA, and the rest of the factory floor. If you ve worked with fresh produce or short-shelf-life products, even better. You ll already know how to keep things moving without compromising standards. This role suits someone ambitious the kind of person who s already running a line but wants more ownership, more challenge, and a bit more say in how things are done. Shift patterns and pay? We ll cover that when we talk but it s fair for the level and backed by a business that genuinely invests in developing its leaders. Interested? If you re ready to lead a team, not just manage a process let s have a conversation.
The Sterling Choice
Oct 16, 2025
Full time
Operations, Warehouse & Facilities Manager County Laois €60,000 €65,000 If you like the idea of taking charge of a busy service and repair operation, one that keeps complex equipment running smoothly for major clients, this could be your kind of role. This is a well-established site with a capable team and solid systems already in place. What s needed now is a confident, organised manager to bring consistency, structure, and a steady hand to daily operations. You ll oversee everything that happens on site: Workshop, Warehouse, Stores, Stock, Health & Safety, Compliance, and Facilities. Around 15 people report to you locally, with some dotted-line connections into the wider UK organisation. Your focus will be on keeping things efficient, safe, and running to standard. That means maintaining stock control, ensuring compliance, supporting high-quality repair work, and making sure parts and materials flow where they should, when they should. You won t be setting strategy; that happens elsewhere. But you will be the person who makes sure it actually works on the ground. Someone who can lead with confidence, make decisions, and keep the team motivated and on track. If you ve managed operations in a workshop, service, or logistics environment before, you ll know what good looks like. Strong warehouse management experience would be a real advantage. A background in Lean or Six Sigma would help. So would IOSH or NEBOSH. But above all, they re looking for someone who takes pride in running a safe, efficient, well-organised site and leading people to do their best work. The company? You ll know the name, but let s just say they keep a lot of businesses running behind the scenes. Sound like you? Hit apply and let s have a chat.
The Sterling Choice
Oct 15, 2025
Full time
HR Officer No sponsorship available and no candidates on PSW will be considered On Site- 5 days Some HR roles are all about policies and paperwork. This one isn t. This is a hands-on HR Advisor role in a fast-moving manufacturing business the kind of place where things happen quickly and people speak their minds, you ll need to be confident enough to deal with it. You ll be supporting managers across operations with everything from employee relations and absence management to onboarding, engagement, and general HR guidance. It s a busy, practical role where you ll spend as much time on the shop floor as you do at your desk. What you ll be doing Providing day-to-day HR support to managers and employees Handling ER cases including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management Advising on policies, procedures, and employment law Supporting recruitment and onboarding Getting involved in projects that improve processes and culture What you ll need Previous experience in an HR Advisor or HR Officer role A solid understanding of UK employment law Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operational environment (manufacturing, logistics, or similar) Strong communication and influencing skills CIPD Level 5 (or working towards it) preferred What s on offer Competitive salary and benefits package Genuine variety and responsibility Supportive leadership and a down-to-earth culture The chance to make a visible impact in a growing business If you prefer getting things done over endless meetings, and like being close to the action, this could be a great next move. Hit apply to find out more or get in touch directly on (url removed)
The Sterling Choice Biggleswade, Bedfordshire
Oct 15, 2025
Full time
HR Manager £50k £55k Food Manufacturing Based in Biggleswade (Multi-Site role) Most HR jobs promise a seat at the table. In reality, you spend your days firefighting payroll queries, chasing line managers for performance reviews, and organising the odd fun at work initiative no one asked for. This isn t that. This role is about leading HR across multiple sites, shaping culture, and actually influencing how people and performance come together to drive a business forward. You ll be part of the leadership team, not just sat in the background writing policies no one reads. What you ll be doing: Leading HR across multiple sites, making sure the full employee lifecycle (from hiring to development to retention) actually works. Working with leadership to build and execute people strategies that mean something succession planning, engagement, DE&I, wellbeing. Using data, reporting and headcount planning to drive smarter people decisions. Keeping the business compliant on employment law and ethical standards (including customer audits). Building a culture people want to be part of not because you stuck a ping-pong table in the office, but because you ve created real engagement. What you ll need: Solid experience as a senior HR professional in a multi-site role in Manufacturing (bonus points for Food Manufacturing). Strong employment law knowledge and experience with change management. A background in driving culture and performance, not just running processes. The ability to use data, budgets, and reporting to influence senior stakeholders. Confidence, resilience, and the ability to push things through to completion. A CIPD qualification (Chartered level preferred). If this strikes a chord with you and your CV is ready, then click apply now! If your CV is not ready and you want to learn more, call me (Olly) on (phone number removed) !
The Sterling Choice
Oct 15, 2025
Contractor
Assistant Technical Manager 9-Month FTC Location: London Here s a genuine step-up opportunity - not the usual great chance to progress fluff. A BRC AA+ food manufacturer in London needs an Assistant Technical Manager to cover leave until June next year. You ll handle everything from HACCP and internal audits to specs, traceability, and customer complaints - basically, keeping the site running to top standards. Perfect for a QA supersivor ready for that next title, or an Assistant TM who wants solid exposure across bakery, confectionery, and savoury categories. Looks great on a CV, and even better in experience.
The Sterling Choice
Oct 14, 2025
Full time
Materials Planner Leicester Immediate Start Competitive Package Hands-On Role Are you the kind of person who thrives on organising, planning, and keeping operations running smoothly? Do you enjoy juggling multiple moving parts and making things happen on the ground? We re looking for a Materials Planner to join a busy, fast-moving team in Leicester. This is a hands-on role where you ll take ownership of planning, scheduling, and managing all bulk materials coming into site . If you re organised, decisive, and love keeping things on track, this could be the perfect fit. What you ll be doing: Plan and manage deliveries of bulk materials coming into site. Estimate weekly usage and manage storage space, making daily decisions on allocation. Liaise with suppliers, hauliers, and internal teams to keep production on track. Handle day-to-day operational issues, from breakdowns to storage challenges. Maintain reporting and schedules to track usage, deliveries, and stock levels. Manage contracts, tonnage availability, and associated costs or claims. What we re looking for: Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan ahead. Excellent communication skills liaising with suppliers, hauliers, and colleagues is part of the job. Proactive problem-solver, able to react quickly to operational issues. Comfortable working with data, schedules, and reports (Excel proficiency essential). Commitment to health and safety, with strong attention to detail. Why this role is worth your attention: You ll be joining a team where your planning keeps production flowing . It s a varied, dynamic role no two days are the same. You ll have the chance to take real ownership and see the direct impact of your work every day. Step into a role where your organisational skills truly make a difference. Apply today to join as a Materials Planner in Leicester.
The Sterling Choice Corby, Northamptonshire
Oct 09, 2025
Full time
Night Shift Maintenance Team Leader Join Our FMCG Growth Journey! Are you ready to take the lead on a night shift in a highly invested FMCG manufacturing site ? This is your chance to step into a role where development, progression, and impact aren t just buzzwords they re a reality. We re looking for a Maintenance Team Leader to drive our night operations. Ideally, you ll come from a food or FMCG background , with hands-on experience leading a team . But if you re an ambitious professional ready to step up into leadership , and you can prove you know how to get a team firing on all cylinders, we want to hear from you. Here s what s on offer: Lead, inspire, and develop your team on the night shift. Work on a heavily invested site with cutting-edge machinery and processes. Progression opportunities this is a role that grows with you. Be part of a site in expansion your contribution matters, and you ll see the impact. If you re ready to take ownership, lead with confidence, and drive results , this is the role for you. Come join a team that s ambitious, supportive, and excited about the future. Step up. Lead. Make an impact.
The Sterling Choice Lichfield, Staffordshire
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Shift Engineer (Electrical Bias) £51,000 Lichfield Panama Shift Pattern 12-hour days & nights, rotating If you like the idea of keeping a factory full of shiny new kit running and don t mind occasionally swearing at it when it stops read on. This is an electrical bias role, but you ll still need to get your hands dirty with the mechanical side. It s a mix of planned maintenance and it s just broken, fix it now moments. The good news? You ll be working in a site that s had serious investment in equipment and technology, so you won t be spending all day coaxing antiques back to life. The work: Keep production equipment running. Fix breakdowns quickly (downtime is expensive and nobody likes it). Do the planned maintenance that stops things breaking in the first place. Help with start-ups, testing, and fine-tuning. Log everything properly so nobody s guessing what happened. What you ll need: An NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Level 3 in Engineering (or equivalent apprenticeship). Strong electrical skills, with decent mechanical knowledge too. Manufacturing experience food is a bonus, not a deal-breaker. A proactive, safety-first approach. What s in it for you: £51k salary. 23 days holiday (goes up with service) + buy more if you want. Free staff transport from Lichfield, Burton, Cannock, Rugeley & Burntwood. Life Assurance 3x salary. 24/7 access to GP, mental health support, and legal advice. Tailored training & development because getting better at your job should be part of the job. Discounts, gym/bike schemes, recognition awards the usual perks. If you can keep the lines moving and don t mind the odd night shift, send your CV or give me a call.
The Sterling Choice Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Maintenance Engineer FMCG 4 on / 4 off Looking for a role where you can make a real impact? Good. Because without you, the production lines stop. And when that happens, people get twitchy. Your job? Keep the place running. That means fixing things that break, stopping other things from breaking, and spotting the stuff that could run better if someone actually thought about it. That someone is you. You ll be fault-finding and repairing electrical, mechanical and pneumatic kit, as well as troubleshooting automation systems. Yes, it s hands-on. No, it s not just standing around with a spanner looking important. Why bother applying? 4-on, 4-off (2 days, 2 nights) 12-hour shifts. Salary that won t make you cry + annual bonus based on company performance. Decent holiday allowance. Career progression across multiple UK sites. Retail discounts, life cover, pension, free parking. What we need from you: Recognised apprenticeship (NVQ or above) electrical preferred. Strong electrical & mechanical fault-finding skills. Manufacturing experience (food/FMCG is nice to have, not a deal-breaker). This isn t about helping to deliver our vision or embracing our mission statement . It s about keeping millions of pounds worth of kit running, so the business makes money, and you keep getting paid. If you re interested, give me a call.
The Sterling Choice
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Tired of the bowels of beige cubicles, restrictive rules, and an under-stimulating environment? How does joining a dynamic team at a vibrant and endlessly innovative organization sound? If you re a go-getter Packaging Technologist who thrives in the realm of fast-paced, retail-centric environments, then make way - this advert is calling you! This position isn t for the faint-hearted. It s a key role with the power to effect dramatic change as you'll be responsible for the delivery of brand packaging on-shelf - the very face of the brand. Imagine the possibilities, with you racking your brains over print, innovation, quality, and on-time delivery, or tightening the course of an ambitious Plastic Free agenda. This role is your canvas, so go ahead and paint your visionary ideas on it. The nitty-gritty of the role includes applying cost minimisation and reduction techniques across the work - an exhilarating balancing act of ensuring maximum appeal without breaking the bank. Mix that with some exhilarating supplier visits, and we're talking about pushing the envelope in packaging. We said it was more than just a 9-5 gig, didn t we? As an orchestrator, you ll drive the packaging innovation agenda, collaborating with trading, merchandising, technical, development, and packaging teams. Talk about harnessing collective genius! Do you have what it takes? Are you blessed with supplier management capabilities? Can you build, manage, and report on project-based approaches like a hot knife through butter? Do you have the technical chops to lead the packaging agenda with conviction? If you're nodding vehemently, we might be a match. On the flip side, you might be asking, "What's in it for me?" That's a fair question. For one, you get to leave your distinct fingerprint on a wide array of packaging types. And two, being the packaging maestro, you hold sway over shaping up strategies that have a direct bearing on the brand's image and sustainability initiatives. If that doesn t get your heart racing, not much will. Convinced? Ready to tackle packaging challenges head-on, engage suppliers, and champion the cause of the Plastic Free agenda? If yes, pull up your sleeves and let s start chatting! Let s revolutionise packaging together - shall we?
The Sterling Choice
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Senior Technical Manager East Riding of Yorkshire Food Manufacturing £80,000 £85,000 + Car Allowance & benefits. Most Technical Managers don t actually want to spend their day sat in meetings, strategising and polishing PowerPoints. They want to be on the factory floor. Close to the action. Solving problems before they become problems. If that sounds like you, keep reading. This is a Site Technical Lead role with a food manufacturer who supplies into the big retailers. And when I say big retailers I mean M&S and Tesco. If you ve never dealt with them before, this isn t the job for you. They need someone who s confident in front of those customers, but equally at home in hairnet and boots, leading the technical agenda across the site. That means making sure the basics quality, hygiene, GMP are nailed every day, while also pushing for better. Better processes, better standards, better results. It s not a desk job. You ll be hands-on, visible, and involved. You ll lead and develop a large technical team, but you ll also be the one who rolls up your sleeves when something goes wrong. Because that s what this kind of role takes. The business? A large food manufacturing group, not caught up in corporate politics, supplying some of the best products to the biggest retailers. They re heavily investing in new equipment, processes and automation, having just spent nearly £2m on a new facility. Background? At least 5+ years experience as a Site Technical Manager in a large food manufacturing organisation. Direct experience with M&S and Tesco (this is non-negotiable) The ability to lead a team with a hands-on approach. Enough commercial awareness to know that quality doesn t exist in a vacuum it has to balance with cost and efficiency. This is a significant role for a business looking to level up. If you're even curious about this, tick the boxes and want to find out more, then apply below and I'll reach out for a confidential conversation.
The Sterling Choice
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Site Manager Food Manufacturing East Midlands £70,000 £75,000 If you ve been waiting for the right time to step up into full site leadership, this might be it. This isn t a turnaround. The place is solid. Profitable. Well-respected locally. But it is a business about to go through some big changes. Which is why they need someone like you. The Ops Director you d be working with? We know them. Proper grown-up. No micromanaging, no politics. They ll give you the space to run things the way you know they should be run. And they ll back you when you need them. You ll be leading just over 100 people across Ops, Warehouse, Planning, H&S and CI. The building blocks are there, but the team and systems need shaping. CI needs embedding. Structure needs tightening. And you ll be the one pulling all of it together. It s not an overly complex site. Which means the improvements you bring in will make a big impact quickly reducing costs, sharpening processes, making life easier for the people around you. Background? An experienced Factory Manager, Head of Manufacturing or Senior Ops Manager who s ready for their first full site role. Food industry background is essential. You ll know how to balance shop floor credibility with senior team conversations. If you ve worked with SAP or RedZone, great. If not, no big deal. This isn t a sideways move. The business is going places, and this role will grow with it. Which means it has the potential to be a career-defining one for you. If you re curious, hit apply. We ll keep it confidential.
The Sterling Choice Norwich, Norfolk
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Maintenance Engineer (Food Manufacturing) Norfolk You ll either like shift work or you ll hate it. If you re still reading, I hope you're in the first group. This role is a bit of everything: planned maintenance, fault finding, reactive fixes, and being the person who gets machinery back up and running while production is standing around staring at it. There s a decent mix of hands-on and improvement work, not just running around putting out fires. The site s fast-paced and the kit you ll be working on covers everything from electrical to mechanical to a bit of PLC and automation. You don t need to be an expert in all of it, but an electrical bias is preferred. You'll need an engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent. We re not fussy about the type), a grasp of health & safety, and ideally a bit of food/FMCG under your belt. CMMS experience and knowledge of motors, pneumatics, and sensors? Bonus points. It s a proper engineering job, at a proper production site, with solid benefits enhanced pension, life assurance, staff shop, etc. Fancy it? Apply and we ll take it from there. Please apply with an up to date copy of your CV. All applications will receive a response. If you would like a conversation to hear more about this position, please call (phone number removed) and ask for Sam. By applying to this advertised job, you give consent for The Sterling Choice Ltd to hold your information. Our privacy policy can be found on our website (url removed); At your request, this can also be sent to you.
The Sterling Choice City, Manchester
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Night Shift Engineer (Maintenance) - Manufacturing Multi Skilled Permanent Nights Monday - Friday shift Overview A well-known manufacturer is looking to add to their Night Shift engineering team and are ready to recruit now. This is a great opportunity for a maintenance engineer who prefers the consistent night shift over a rotating shift pattern. On the night shift, you will have the opportunity to focus on proactive and planned maintenance and engineering whilst also ensuring production levels are maintained. Responsibilities for the Night Shift Engineer Proactive maintenance and site PMs Reactive maintenance and responding to breakdowns quickly Working across both electrical and mechanical faults and maintenance Working on Engineering projects (e.g. commissioning, installations, relocations) Identifying and implementing improvements covering both processes machine output Adhering to site Health & safety rules and legislation on site Requirements for the Night Shift Engineer Time-served / recognised apprenticeship (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering subject Experience working in a Multi skilled role across mechanical and electrical engineering Ability to and experience of working to a fast pace, ideally confident in a manufacturing environment. If you re interested in this opportunity and your CV is ready then hit the apply button and expect to hear from me soon. Alternatively, if you re CV isn t ready or you just want a quick chat about the role then give me (Gianni) a call on our company number. By applying to this advertised job, you give consent for The Sterling Choice Ltd to hold your information. Our privacy policy can be found on our website. At your request, this can also be sent to you.
The Sterling Choice Denton, Manchester
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Maintenance Engineer Manufacturing 4 on 4 off (Days and Nights) Overview This is a great opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer looking to work a shift based role with a major manufacturing company in the area. As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be joining an stable team with low turnover where you will play a key part in company growth. Main priorities for the maintenance engineer will include ensuring the factory is running up to speed and production levels are maintained. Responsibilities for the Maintenance Engineer Proactive maintenance and site PMs Reactive maintenance and responding to breakdowns quickly Working across both electrical and mechanical faults and maintenance Working on Engineering projects (e.g. commissioning, installations, relocations) Identifying and implementing improvements covering both processes machine output Adhering to site Health & safety rules and legislation on site Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer Time-served / recognised apprenticeship (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering subject Experience working in a Multi skilled role across mechanical and electrical engineering Ability to and experience of working to a fast pace, ideally confident in a manufacturing environment. If you re interested in this opportunity and your CV is ready then hit the apply button and expect to hear from me soon. Alternatively, if you re CV isn t ready or you just want a quick chat about the role then give me (Gianni) a call on our company number. By applying to this advertised job, you give consent for The Sterling Choice Ltd to hold your information. Our privacy policy can be found on our website. At your request, this can also be sent to you.
The Sterling Choice Crewe, Cheshire
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Maintenance Engineer - Manufacturing Multi Skilled 4 on 4 off days and nights Overview This is a great opportunity for a maintenance engineer looking to work a rotational 12 hour shift with extended time off between each rotation. One of the areas well know manufacturers are looking to recruit a maintenance engineer and are ready to hire immediately. As a maintenance engineer, you will be joining an experienced and supportive team who have a strong track-record. You will be a key team player in ensuring the factory is running up to speed and production levels are maintained. Responsibilities for the Maintenance Engineer Proactive maintenance and site PMs Reactive maintenance and responding to breakdowns quickly Working across both electrical and mechanical faults and maintenance Working on Engineering projects (e.g. commissioning, installations, relocations) Identifying and implementing improvements covering both processes machine output Adhering to site Health & safety rules and legislation on site Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer Time-served / recognised apprenticeship (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering subject Experience working in a Multi skilled role across mechanical and electrical engineering Ability to and experience of working to a fast pace, ideally confident in a manufacturing environment. If you re interested in this opportunity and your CV is ready then hit the apply button and expect to hear from me soon. Alternatively, if you re CV isn t ready or you just want a quick chat about the role then give me (Gianni) a call on our company number. By applying to this advertised job, you give consent for The Sterling Choice Ltd to hold your information. Our privacy policy can be found on our website. At your request, this can also be sent to you.