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Job Description About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect Consulting is a UK-based digital transformation consultancy delivering agile, secure, and scalable technology solutions for public and private sector clients. This is a fully remote role based in India, supporting UK operations and client engagements. The successful candidate will work closely with UK leadership teams and must be comfortable operating within UK regulatory, governance, and delivery frameworks. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Test Manager to lead quality assurance and testing activities within a large-scale cloud data engineering programme operating across a modern AWS-native technology ecosystem, including Apache Airflow, Amazon Athena, AWS Glue, S3, EMR, DynamoDB, and related cloud services. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with test strategy ownership . You will be responsible for defining and driving the overall testing approach across automated pipelines, data workflows, cloud infrastructure, and release delivery while managing risks, improving testing standards, and mentoring engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Big Data and Data Lake environments , including testing both structured and unstructured datasets, and will be comfortable operating in highly automated CI/CD-driven delivery environments. You will work closely with engineering, DevOps, architecture, and stakeholder teams to ensure quality is Embedded throughout the software delivery life cycle. Key Responsibilities Test Strategy & Leadership Define, implement, and manage the overall test strategy across cloud-native data platforms and applications Lead end-to-end testing activities across data pipelines, cloud services, APIs, and distributed systems Establish quality standards, governance processes, and testing best practices across teams Drive a quality-first engineering culture across the programme Provide leadership, mentoring, and coaching to Test Engineers and QA team members Automated Testing & Frameworks Design, implement, and oversee scalable automated test frameworks for data and application testing Build and maintain automated test suites across AWS cloud infrastructure and data workflows Enhance existing automation frameworks to improve reliability, coverage, maintainability, and reporting Ensure automated testing is fully integrated within GitLab CI/CD pipelines for rapid feedback and release confidence Big Data & Data Lake Testing Lead testing activities across Big Data and Data Lake solutions containing structured and unstructured datasets Validate large-scale data ingestion, transformation, and processing workflows Ensure data integrity, transformation accuracy, reconciliation, and performance under load Oversee PySpark-based data validation and interrogation activities on AWS EMR Support testing and monitoring of workflows orchestrated through Apache Airflow Drive root cause analysis for production data issues and platform defects Risk Management & Reporting Identify, assess, and communicate quality risks across releases and environments Analyse test execution metrics, defects, trends, and quality indicators Translate technical findings into clear, prioritised reporting for technical and non-technical stakeholders Provide regular status reporting to programme leadership and client stakeholders CI/CD & DevOps Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to improve release quality and deployment confidence Ensure automated test execution within GitLab CI/CD pipelines Support infrastructure testing and validation within Terraform-managed cloud environments Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across testing and delivery processes Technology Stack Apache Airflow, Amazon Athena, AWS S3, AWS Glue, AWS EMR, AWS EC2, AWS ECR, AWS DynamoDB, AWS CloudWatch, AWS IAM, Python, SQL, Java, Bash, GitLab CI/CD, Jupyter Notebooks, Apache Spark/PySpark, Terraform, Docker Key Skills Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, Java, and Scripting languages such as Bash Hands-on experience testing Big Data platforms and Data Lake solutions Strong experience with AWS EMR, Apache Airflow, and Jupyter Notebooks Experience performing PySpark-based data interrogation, validation, and testing Strong knowledge of AWS services including S3, Glue, Athena, EMR, CloudWatch, IAM, DynamoDB, EC2, and ECR Experience designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-scale automated test frameworks Strong understanding of CI/CD practices using GitLab pipelines Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform Familiarity with Docker and containerised testing environments Understanding of dimensional data models and slowly changing dimensions Experience validating structured and unstructured data workflows Strong analytical and root cause analysis skills Ability to communicate technical risks clearly to stakeholders at all levels Experience leading and mentoring QA/Test Engineering teams Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Test Manager , Lead Test Engineer, or QA Lead within cloud and data engineering environments Strong background in automated testing for cloud-native and data-centric platforms Experience testing large-scale data pipelines, transformation processes, and distributed systems Experience managing or leading QA/testing teams in Agile delivery environments Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Experience establishing test governance, reporting, and quality metrics Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability Experience working within regulated or security-conscious delivery environments SFIA Level 5 capability provides leadership, influences strategy, and drives quality improvements Active SC clearance (mandatory)

HR Business Partner£42,000 - £47,000 + Car Allowance + Hybrid Working + Progression + Training + Excellent Company BenefitsHybrid role, commutable from Bristol, Thornbury, Yate, Dursley, Stroud and surrounding areas.Temp to Perm position - expected to move permanently in January 2027 Are you an experienced HR professional looking to join a market-leading specialist manufacturer, where you can showcase your expertise and take ownership of a varied operational HR function while continuing to develop your career?On offer is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised manufacturer in a highly autonomous role, where you will play a key part in supporting operational teams across two sites while working alongside a close-knit and collaborative leadership team.This company are an industry leader with over a century of success supplying high-quality products to an international customer base. They continue to invest heavily in both their people and facilities and are now looking for an ambitious HR Business Partner to support their growing operations across the South West region.In this role, you will act as the key HR contact for operational teams across two manufacturing sites, partnering closely with production, maintenance, quality and leadership teams. You will provide both strategic and hands-on HR support across employee relations, performance management, recruitment, engagement initiatives, absence management, policy implementation and continuous improvement projects. The position will begin on a contract basis before transitioning into a permanent role in early 2027.This role would suit an ambitious and proactive HR professional looking for a highly autonomous position where they can make a genuine impact within a successful and expanding organisation.The Role: Acting as the lead HR contact for two operational manufacturing sites Supporting managers and leadership teams with all employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances, absence management and performance management Working closely with operational departments including Production, Quality, Engineering and Maintenance Driving employee engagement, wellbeing and retention initiatives across the sites Hybrid role with regular site presence across Thornbury and CaerphillyThe Person: Previous experience within a HR Business Partner, Senior HR Advisor or similar HR position Experience supporting operational, manufacturing, engineering or industrial environments highly advantageous Strong employee relations knowledge with confidence managing complex HR cases Comfortable working autonomously and partnering with stakeholders across all levels of the business Strong communication and organisational skills Full UK Driving Licence and willing to travel between sites Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

14 hours per week (part time) £ 32,854 (pro rata) Remote Job Summary Rape Crisis England & Wales is the feminist charity working to end child sexual abuse, rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment and all other forms of sexual violence. We are looking for a Finance Officer who can work in a fast paced and demanding role to support the organisation. A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial. This role is responsible for ensuring that all financial matters are handled responsibly and involves processing transactions and journals, supporting month-end close, preparing financial reports for team members, and checking financial transactions for corrections and coding errors. You will support payment runs on a bi-weekly basis and assist with payroll preparation, working closely with the Freelance Finance Manager and colleagues across the organisation. This role follows a remote working arrangement, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer/Head of Operations and will involve working with colleagues across the organisation on the following tasks Key Responsibilities: Maintain books of prime entry, to include managing receipts and invoices and associated financial records, files and supporting documentation. Process accounts payable end-to-end, ensuring accurate and timely payment of all authorised expenditure (bi-weekly payment runs). Prepare sales invoices as required and support credit control to ensure debtors pay promptly. Maintain an accurate and up-to-date nominal ledger, ensuring correct coding and prompt correction of errors. Reconcile key control accounts regularly (including bank, salaries, PAYE), maintaining clear working papers, analysis and audit trail. Reconcile senior managers expenses monthly, ensuring compliance with internal processes. Prepare payroll information and monthly payroll for review and sign-off by the Freelance Finance Manager/authorised approver and set payroll payments up on the banking system. Prepare month-end journals (including prepayments and payroll journals) and support the month-end close process. Run transaction and finance reports for colleagues, supporting analysis and helping resolve errors and queries. Work with the Freelance Finance Manager to support the production and monitoring of annual budgets and forecasts, monthly management accounts and year-end statutory accounts, providing information and analysis as required. Work closely with staff across Rape Crisis England & Wales, providing day-to-day finance support, advice and information as appropriate, and escalating issues to the Freelance Finance Manager and/or COO/Head of Operations when needed. Provide cover and support for the Finance Manager function as required, in line with agreed responsibilities and capacity. Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role. Person Specification: Experience as bookkeeper or Finance Assistant for a charity or company Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and demonstrable experience of working within a fast-paced environment Experience and understanding of production of month-end management accounts and associated month-end processes and annual statutory accounts Highly proficient computer skills including in-depth knowledge of Excel and major Microsoft programs Proficiency in Xero accounting package Accuracy and attention to detail Ability to work autonomously and meet agreed standards and targets Proactive approach to Experience of assisting the annual finance audit process Commitment to the aims and objectives of Rape Crisis England and Wales

Production Manager Maidenhead, UK Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 We are working with an established manufacturing organisation seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead operations and drive performance across a busy production environment. Key Responsibilities for a Production Manager: Plan and manage production resources to support operational efficiency and business targets Monitor production activities to ensure delivery timelines are achieved Ensure adherence to required quality standards and processes Lead and develop a production team, supporting performance and engagement Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement across operations Support recruitment and workforce planning as required Oversee day-to-day people management activities Monitor performance metrics and support improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and maintain a safe working environment Promote high standards across the production area Requirements for a Production Manager: Experience within a manufacturing or production environment Previous leadership or management experience Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Data-driven approach with good analytical ability Familiarity with ERP or similar systems Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment This role may also be referred to as Production Lead, Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager, or Production Supervisor If you have experience in production or operations leadership and are looking for your next opportunity, we d be keen to hear from you!

End to end compliance UK Tax Manager European food producer Your new company This client is a leading food producer across Europe, bringing the best production to the UK market. Supported by their extensive network of specialist plants, they provide the manufacturing capacity and supply chain security required by medium and large-scale partners. They are looking for a UK Tax Manager to ensure compliance with regulations and manage all tax aspects of their UK operations. The role is 3 days a week in the office. Your new role As the new UK Tax Manager, you will report to the Board of Directors and will be expected to have key interactions with the Finance Director and CFO. Overseeing and ensuring compliance with all aspects of the UK tax regime. This role will involve the end-to-end management of tax processes, ensuring strong controls and reporting mechanisms are in place while optimising the company's tax position. Some responsibilities will include: • Support global tax reporting, including provisions, deferred tax, and IFRS alignment during audits • Assist with international compliance (e.g. Country-by-Country Reporting, Pillar Two) • Advise on tax implications of group structures and transactions • Partner with internal teams, auditors, and advisors across jurisdictions UK Tax • Prepare corporation tax returns, provisions, and deferred tax calculations • Identify tax efficiencies and ensure regulatory compliance Indirect & Withholding Taxes • Manage VAT filings, compliance, and advisory across the business • Oversee withholding tax application, treaty use, and reclaims Governance & Process • Monitor legislative changes and maintain tax controls • Support audits, tax authority queries, and process improvements What you'll need to succeed High proficiency in MS ExcelStrong technical expertiseDetail orientated and proactiveExcellent organisational skillsAbility to work with large sets of dataMaintaining compliance in a dynamic regulatory environmentKnowledge of international tax accountingReporting under IFRS What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive day rate and a hybrid policy of 3 days a week in the London office. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #

About the Role We are seeking a reliable and organised Rental Operations Assistant to join our team and support the efficient handling of returned hire stock and props. This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, a customer-focused approach, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in ensuring returned items are accurately processed, checked for damage, and prepared for future hire. The position also involves liaising with customers, internal teams, and supporting the wider rental operations function. Please note: During the initial training period, you will spend time working on the warehouse floor handling trolleys and stock movement to gain product knowledge and understand the day-to-day operation of the business. Key Responsibilities Accurately process and sign in returned hire items and props Check returned stock against hire records and report any discrepancies Liaise with customers, production teams, and sales staff regarding returned items, damages, or missing stock Communicate professionally via telephone, email, and face-to-face interactions Photograph damaged items and maintain accurate records Assist the Loss and Damage Manager with stock investigations and reporting Ensure returned products are organised and ready to be returned to stock Support the smooth running of the rental operations department Skills & Experience Required GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths Strong communication skills with a confident telephone manner Good organisational skills and attention to detail Computer literate with the ability to learn internal systems quickly Customer service experience preferred Ability to work independently and manage workload efficiently Able to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines Positive, proactive, and hands-on approach to work Desirable Skills Previous experience in rental operations, warehouse, logistics, stock control, events, or props environments Interest in improving processes and contributing ideas to support department development Understanding of social media platforms and their use within a business environment This is a great opportunity to join a busy and collaborative team within a creative and fast-moving industry, offering hands-on experience and opportunities for development within rental operations and logistics.

The position of Site General Manager offers an exciting opportunity to lead operations within a well-established FMCG company. Based in Central Scotland, this role requires a results-driven individual with a strong understanding of operational management in the FMCG industry. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-regarded organisation within the FMCG sector. Known for its strong presence and influence, this large organisation is focused on delivering operational excellence and maintaining high standards in its manufacturing processes. Description The Site General Manager will lead and engage the Manufacturing teams at the site to deliver daily customer service targets with effective resource planning, whilst managing HSE, Quality, Food Safety and cost. To drive a Manufacturing Excellence continuous improvement culture to deliver sustained performance improvements. The role has full responsibility for the sites operations. Oversee day-to-day operations of the site, ensuring smooth and efficient processes. Develop and implement strategies to optimise production and meet organisational goals. Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team to drive performance and maintain high standards. Lead and engage the manufacturing team to deliver the annual HSE plan and drive the HSE culture change through team engagement, involvement and responsibility for HSE activities. Lead and engage the manufacturing team to ensure that all internal and external food & feed safety standards and requirements are met. Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in operations. Manage budgets and resources effectively to achieve financial targets. Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and innovation across the site. Profile A successful Site General Manager should have: Proven experience in managing operations within the FMCG industry. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams. Excellent knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes. Familiarity with health, safety, and compliance regulations. Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities. A strategic mindset with a focus on achieving measurable results. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from 100,000 to 120,000 per annum. Permanent position with long-term career prospects. Opportunity to work in a leading organisation within the FMCG industry. Benefits package to be confirmed. If you are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding role, we encourage you to apply today.

Finance Manager Wigan £45,000 Permanent 33 days holiday (inc of BH) Your new company I am working with a well-established, privately owned UK business based in Wigan, operating within the manufacturing sector. With a strong reputation built over several decades, the company prides itself on high levels of customer service and strong supplier relationships. They have a loyal and long-standing workforce, reflecting a positive and stable working environment. Following a period of change within the finance team, the business is now investing in strengthening its finance function to support future operations and continued efficiency improvements, therefore recruiting for an experienced Finance Manager. Your new role In your new role as Finance Manager, you will be taking responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day running of a small accounts function. This is a varied position where you will ensure the production of timely and accurate management accounts, maintain strong financial controls, and oversee transactional processes across sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control.The role includes managing cash flow, bank reconciliations, accruals and prepayments, VAT returns, and supporting year-end processes, including liaising with external auditors. You will also play a key role in monitoring customer credit risk, handling bad debt, and ensuring compliance across the finance function. Given the size of the team, you will remain close to the detail, supporting operational finance tasks while also providing insight to support business decision-making. This is a full time role, based from their offices in Wigan. What you'll need to succeed To be successful for this role, you will be an experienced finance professional, ideally with a background in management accounts or finance management within an SME environment. You will be comfortable working in a hands-on role, managing both transactional and reporting responsibilities, and will demonstrate strong attention to detail and organisational skills.You will be proactive, able to prioritise workload effectively and confident in working independently within a small team. Strong systems skills and experience producing management accounts are essential, alongside a good understanding of credit control and cash flow management. You will also be a team player who is looking for a long-term opportunity within a stable and supportive business environment where you can contribute to continuous improvement. What you'll get in return In return for this, you will be offered a competitive salary between £40,000 - £45,000 which is dependent on your experience, alongside a range of benefits including 25 days holidays, plus bank holidays, onsite parking, an on-site subsidised canteen and pension contribution. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Job Title: Production Engineering Manager Location: Stevenage Salary: Competitive £50,000 - £65,000 A well-established manufacturing organisation is seeking a Production Engineering Manager to lead its Production Engineering and Operations teams, driving operational excellence across all manufacturing activities. This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring efficient product assembly, successful introduction of new products, and continuous improvement of engineering processes, documentation, and production capability.The role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, people management, customer focus, and project leadership. You will oversee the production team ranging from senior engineers to junior and assistant-level staff while acting as a central point of coordination between production, customers, and internal stakeholders.This is a hands-on management role within a fast-paced, highly technical environment, where attitude, adaptability, and communication are just as important as engineering ability. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Production Engineering and Operations teams, managing performance, workload, and KPI reporting. Provide hands-on production engineering support, improving manufacturability, documentation, tooling, and layout efficiency. Own the full NPI process and act as the main customer-facing contact for engineering and build-related queries. Prepare assembly quotations, review customer documentation, and produce accurate build packs. Plan and prioritise engineering activities, supporting production schedules and ongoing project delivery. Drive continuous improvement across processes, quality, cost, and efficiency. Ensure compliance with all quality, safety, and environmental standards. Essential Demonstrable experience managing a Production/Testing or Manufacturing Engineering team. Strong background in electronics manufacturing with a solid understanding of best practices, NPI, and production engineering methods. Proven leadership capability with experience developing junior team members. Excellent communication and customer-facing skills; able to handle customer queries with professionalism and clarity. Ability to plan, prioritise, and adapt to changing priorities in a high-mix, fast-moving environment. Experience working as part of, or contributing to, a senior leadership team. Evidence of successful continuous improvement initiatives with measurable outcomes. Strong ERP and computer literacy, with confidence using data to drive decisions. Positive attitude, adaptability, and resilience under pressure. Strong problem-solving abilities with commercial awareness. Desirable HND or higher in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline. Experience in tooling design, ergonomic assessment, or layout optimisation. Training or certification in Lean, CI, Six Sigma, or related improvement methodologies.

Elevation Senior Finance are delighted to be recruiting a Finance Manager for a well known international business near Mansfield. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join a fast-paced, international business with multi-billion-pound turnover operations. Working closely with the UK Head of Reporting & Financial Analysis, you will play a key role in overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis across multiple Head Office functions. This is a highly visible position offering exposure to senior stakeholders, strategic projects, acquisitions, and business integration activity. You will take ownership of the financial performance for your designated departments, ensuring accurate reporting, providing commercial insight, and supporting decision-making across the wider business. This role also includes line management responsibility for a Commercial Accountant, alongside close collaboration with the wider finance team. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of overhead costs across designated departments Preparation and posting of monthly prepayments and accruals Production of management reporting and variance analysis against budget and forecast Business partnering with operational departments, providing financial support and insight Ownership of quarterly budgets and forecasts for specific cost centres Presentation of monthly finance reports to senior finance leadership Support with statutory and group audit requirements Involvement in strategic finance projects and process improvements Assisting with acquisitions and integration of new subsidiaries Providing ad-hoc support to the wider UK finance team About You Fully qualified Accountant Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar finance role Strong management accounting and analytical skills Excellent Excel and financial systems knowledge Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Able to thrive in a fast-moving, commercially driven environment What's on Offer Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Opportunity to work on high-profile commercial projects and acquisitions Fast-paced, ambitious and collaborative environment Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing international business If you are looking for a commercially focused finance role where you can make a real impact and develop your career within a dynamic organisation, we would love to hear from you.

The Role As part of the Customer Relationship Team, you will act as a key point of support for both customers and the team, serving as the first escalation point for complex queries while supporting the Manager in the day-to-day running of the function. You will play a hands-on role in ensuring smooth operations, high service levels, and team efficiency , stepping into leadership responsibilities when required to maintain continuity. Hybrid - Office Based 2 or 3 days a week. Key Responsibilities Provide frontline customer support via phone and email, handling orders, quotes, queries, and complaints Act as the escalation point for complex or unresolved customer issues Support the Manager in overseeing daily team operations, including workflow and resource planning Monitor team performance against KPIs, ensuring high standards of customer service Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Production, Logistics) to deliver seamless customer solutions Assist with onboarding, training, and ongoing development of team members Step into managerial responsibilities in the Manager's absence, maintaining team performance and motivation Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and customer experience Produce and review reports, maintaining accurate documentation and procedures Skills & Experience Proven experience in a senior customer-facing role, with exposure to team leadership or management cover Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage priorities and perform in a fast-paced environment Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to resolve complex issues effectively Experience working with KPIs and performance metrics Strong organisational and time-management skills Familiarity with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and ERP systems (desirable) About You A collaborative team player with a positive, customer-focused approach Confident communicator, able to work effectively at all levels Proactive, solutions-focused, and open to continuous improvement Motivated to support and develop others within the team Able to simplify complex challenges and deliver practical solutions This role description is intended to give the role holder an appreciation of the range of duties undertaken. The role description is subject to ongoing review in line with company requirements

Salary: £35,000 £40,000 pa Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday Site-based 6pm to 6am (No Weekends) This growing food manufacturing business, supplying high-quality products into the UK retail market, is looking to appoint a Night Shift Packing Supervisor to support its operations team. Operating in a fast-paced environment, the site is focused on maintaining high standards across production, quality, and efficiency. This role has been created to strengthen leadership on shift, ensuring teams are aligned, processes are followed, and products are consistently delivered to the required specification. Reporting into the Production Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating the shift, supporting team performance, and maintaining strong standards across food safety, quality, and output. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be actively involved on the factory floor, supporting your team, driving performance, and ensuring production runs smoothly and efficiently. What You ll Be Doing Manage and coordinate a team within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment Ensure machines are correctly set up, cleaned, and running efficiently Ensure products are produced, packed, sealed, and labelled to the correct specification and quality standards Implement and maintain SOPs across the production area Monitor team KPIs and ensure targets are met within agreed timescales Maintain high standards of GMP and health & safety compliance at all times Carry out continuous quality checks including product, seal, labelling, and coding verification Support Right First Time, continuous improvement, and reduction of waste and downtime Lead, train, and develop team members to improve performance and capability Support problem solving and root cause analysis alongside the Production Manager Set the standard on shift and act as a strong example for the team What s In It for You A permanent night shift role with consistent Monday to Thursday hours no weekends The opportunity to step into a leadership role with real responsibility and visibility on site Private healthcare after six months of service Clear progression opportunities within a growing manufacturing business Your Background Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (food manufacturing preferred) Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, support, and motivate a team, previous experience managing a large team A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work under pressure Good attention to detail, particularly around quality and compliance A solid understanding of GMP and production standards Good communication skills and confidence working with people at all levels Join a Business That Invests in You This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting production performance, strengthening standards, and developing your leadership capability within a growing food manufacturing business. If you are a hands-on team leader who enjoys leading from the front and driving standards on the factory floor, we would love to hear from you.

Bakery Manager - Nights This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a friendly and passionate team, working for a well-established and high-quality bakery. About the Bakery Manager job The role oversees the night-time operations of the bakery, ensuring smooth workflows, consistent product quality, and timely production. It involves hands-on bread making, developing new products, and managing a team to foster a positive, high-performing environment. Responsibilities also include efficient scheduling, maintaining food safety and hygiene standards, and providing clear handovers to ensure seamless continuity between shifts. Key tasks Be involved in leading the night-time operations of the bakery, ensuring smooth, efficient workflows, organising team tasks, maintaining production schedules, and addressing any operational issues to consistently meet output and quality targets. It requires active participation in all stages of bread and pastry production, from mixing and shaping to baking and finishing, while meeting daily demands and maintaining product consistency according to established standards. Focus on developing new bakery lines by creating, testing, and documenting recipes, ensuring that new products can be produced consistently without compromising quality. Manage and motivate a small team, providing training, supporting skill development, conducting check-ins, and addressing challenges promptly. Efficient production planning and time management including scheduling, prioritising tasks, adjusting workflows, and anticipating bottlenecks to ensure timely delivery of products. Maintain a strict food safety, hygiene, and quality standards is critical, with regular checks, accurate record-keeping, and adherence to cleaning and allergen protocols. Prepare detailed handovers to the day-shift team, recording completed and outstanding tasks, noting stock levels or equipment issues, communicating priorities, and ensuring all documentation and workspaces are in order to support seamless continuity and consistent quality. About You The successful candidate shall have experience in commercial baking and have a good understanding of various baking methods/techniques including dough mixing, oven work and finishing bakery products. Be reliable, self-motivated, and highly organised with a can-do attitude and thrive in a fast-paced, team environment. Demonstrate strong time-management and leadership skills. More details The Bakery Manager job (ref:9032) is paying £50,000 per annum according to your experience and is a nighttime shift position. The bakery is in West Sussex and is commutable from Steyning, Shoreham-by-Sea, Small Dole, Worthing, Lancing, Brighton and Cowfold and surrounding towns within West Sussex. The package includes Free food on site and parking available, 20 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. The working hours are 5 nights a week - Monday to Friday, 8:00pm to 5:00am. b3 jobs are market-leading recruiters specialising in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, both in the UK and internationally. Founded in May 2000, we are proud of our reputation for being reliable, knowledgeable and resourceful - with our unique blend of honest and professional work ethics. If this role isn't quite what you're looking for feel free to register with us Upload Your CV - Food Manufacturing Jobs in the UK. Alternate job titles Head Baker Bakery Supervisor Production Manager - Bakery Artisan Bakery Manager Bakery Team Leader Senior Baker Bakery Operations Manager Bakery Shift Manager Bakery & Production Lead

Site Reliability Engineer - Hybrid - £60,000 Overview Fuel Recruitment is working with a leading technology organisation that is expanding its infrastructure and automation capability. They are looking for a Site Reliability Engineer to help design, deploy and optimise secure, resilient platforms across internal and customer environments. The role is focused on automation, observability and taking new solutions from proof-of-concept through to full production. This position is offered on a hybrid basis, with three days per week on-site . Key Responsibilities Deliver, upgrade and maintain core platforms, systems and automation. Develop and support monitoring and management tooling to ensure strong observability. Collaborate with engineers, developers and operations teams to design and harden resilient platforms. Architect, design and deploy proof-of-concepts and introduce new technologies into production. Conduct security risk and vulnerability assessments, ensuring systems are hardened and compliant. Build and maintain automation tooling using modern SRE and DevOps practices. Diagnose and resolve performance issues across Linux, containers, IaC and related technologies. Produce and maintain high-quality documentation and support the wider team. Key Skills/Experience Strong Linux and Windows OS administration experience (eg, Ubuntu). Scripting capability in Bash, Python, PHP or PowerShell. Experience with automation and IaC tools such as Ansible, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines and Git. Experience working with Azure or similar cloud environments. Understanding of Desired State Configuration and broader IaC principles. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work across multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment. Desirable Skills Experience with IaC development life cycles and best practices. Awareness of security best practices and secure configuration. DSC/Ansible, ARM Templates or Terraform experience. Linux (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu) and Windows Server (2019/2022). Experience with COTS installation, configuration and automation. Docker/Podman and Kubernetes or Swarm orchestration. GitLab, JIRA and Azure/Azure Stack Hub. Monitoring tools such as Nagios or Splunk. Strong documentation skills (eg, Confluence). Experience supporting large-scale platforms and advocating SRE/DevOps principles. Understanding of Agile working practices. Ability to collaborate effectively with project managers, support teams and customers. Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be UK sole nationals and eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Head of Operations Role with a growing manufacturing company. Site Leadership role based in Skelmersdale. Client Details Our client is a growing, well established industrial manufacturing company who are currently recruiting a Head of Operations in Skelmersdale Description o Provide clear day to day direction for the site aligning to the annual plan and 5 year strategy. o Develop and implement manufacturing strategies aligned with company objectives including overseeing CAPEX investment. o Develop a culture on site of "can-do" attitude and profitable growth. o Drive operational excellence and cost optimisation initiatives. o Oversee production, operational planning, scheduling, engineering and resource allocation. o Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards including maintaining all professional memberships o Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions and recovery plans where there are gaps. o Prepare with the Finance department and manage local budgets for all factory operations. o Analyse financial reports and ensure profitability targets are met. o Manage and deliver the monthly P & L to ensure budgets are met. o Lead, mentor, and develop department managers and staff. o Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. o Develop next line management and have in place a robust training and development plan including succession planning. o Collaborate and lead the procurement function to ensure timely availability of raw materials. o Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate favourable terms. o Share best practice across the Modular Accommodation business o Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies. o Drive automation and technology adoption to enhance productivity. o Development of SAP system on site and roll-out of GCH front end software. Profile A strong background in an engineering and manufacturing management role. Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams at site leadership level. Experience in strategic planning and operational execution. Knowledge of manufacturing industry regulations and best practices. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. A results-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement. Proven experience in multiple departmental team management project management and strong leadership experience with leading multi-disciplinary teams Understanding and proven experience of internal stakeholder engagement and importance of OTIF, KPIS and impact on client side activity Proven track record in implementing improvement measures to enhance the performance and effectiveness of manufacturing operations. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills Ability to translate operational / manufacturing concepts into practical effective solutions Experience in the implementation and management of ISO and associated certification standards Proven experience in Operations management with at track record in a senior leadership role Job Offer 70,000 to 80,000 plus car allowance, bonus and benefits

Purchasing Lead Working pattern: Hybrid (up to 2 days remote per week) About the Role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to take responsibility for procurement activity at a busy manufacturing site. This is a standalone role, offering a high level of ownership over local purchasing operations while working closely with wider supply chain and operational teams. You will play a key role in ensuring materials and services are sourced effectively, supplier performance is managed, and production requirements are supported without disruption. The role also contributes to broader initiatives around cost efficiency, supply continuity, and process improvement. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day purchasing activity for the site in alignment with wider procurement frameworks Work closely with production, logistics, and operational teams to forecast and fulfil material needs Source suppliers from approved networks and manage purchasing within agreed contracts Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, including performance review and negotiation Monitor delivery performance, quality standards, and stock availability Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier data within the ERP system Identify opportunities to reduce cost and improve procurement processes Support import-related activity, including documentation and coordination where required About You Experience in procurement or purchasing, ideally within a manufacturing environment Strong negotiation and supplier management skills Confident working with data and analytical decision-making Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems (desirable) Able to work independently in a standalone role Strong communicator with the ability to work across multiple internal teams Relevant qualification (CIPS or equivalent) is advantageous but not essential What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Hybrid working arrangement (up to 2 days remote per week) Training and development opportunities Opportunity to support the development of a growing manufacturing site Inclusive and international working environment Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.

Quality Engineer Location: East Kilbride, Scotland Salary: 35,000 - 37,000 DOE Role Overview We are seeking a proactive and detail-focused Quality Engineer to support and maintain our quality standards within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Reporting to the QHSE Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS), supporting ISO compliance, and driving continuous improvement across operations. This is a permanent, full-time position. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Monitor and investigate quality issues, implementing effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Assist in developing and improving quality processes and standards across operations Conduct internal audits and support external audits to ensure compliance Manage and investigate customer complaints, ensuring timely resolution Prepare quality reports and maintain accurate documentation Work with suppliers to address quality issues and support improvements Ensure processes comply with environmental, health, and safety requirements Support production teams in maintaining quality standards and resolving issues Qualifications & Experience HNC (or equivalent) in Quality, Engineering, or a related discipline (desirable) Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment Technical Skills Understanding of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications Familiarity with quality tools such as Root Cause Analysis, 8D, FMEA, and DMAIC Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies (desirable) Proficient in Microsoft Office Personal Attributes Strong attention to detail and analytical skills Good communication skills and ability to work across teams Proactive and self-motivated approach Practical problem-solving mindset Package Salary: 35,000 - 37,000 (DOE) 4-day working week (Monday - Thursday, 37.5 hours) 28 days' annual leave Company performance bonus scheme (paid twice per year) Death in Service benefit Company pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme Electric Car scheme If this is a role you are interested in, apply now! Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.