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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician Location: Middlesbrough (On-site) Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off An international manufacturer within the Food / FMCG sector is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician to join its engineering team at a high-performing production facility in Middlesbrough. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and operational efficiency are central to business success. The Role Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining the reliability and performance of automated production equipment. The position involves responding to plant breakdowns, delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and supporting continuous improvement across the site. Key Responsibilities Respond quickly and effectively to plant breakdowns to minimise downtime Deliver planned preventative maintenance activities across production equipment Maintain high standards of health & safety, hygiene, and product integrity Ensure equipment and processes support consistent product quality Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to maintain operational performance Support continuous improvement initiatives and drive operational efficiencies Maintain clear communication across departments to support production targets About You Electrical and/or mechanical qualification or time-served apprenticeship At least 2 years' experience working in a Food, FMCG, or automated production environment Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills Good written and verbal communication skills Basic IT skills including Microsoft Office Desirable Skills Knowledge of PLC systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, instrumentation, and temperature control Experience working with automated production or packaging equipment Basic Food Hygiene and Health & Safety awareness Welding or fabrication experience beneficial What's on Offer Opportunity to develop your career within a large global Food / FMCG manufacturer Ongoing training and career development opportunities Competitive salary and benefits package Pension scheme Health plan Staff discount programmes Generous family leave policies

NEW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER / SALES EXECUTIVE REQUIRED TO SELL NEW WASTE MANAGEMENT & RECYCLING SOLUTIONS CONTACTS TO MEDIUM TO LARGE BUSINESSES TITLE: Sales Executive Total Waste Management & Recycling Business Development LOCATION: Home based non-extremes of Great Britain SALARY: £40-50K plus Bonus & Car Allowance PREVIOUS ROLES MAY HAVE BEEN: Field Sales Executive, BDM, New Business Development Executive, FSE, Business Development Manager, BDE, Key Account Manager YOU WILL HAVE FIELD SALES EXPERIENCE SELLING IN A SECTOR SUCH AS: Total Waste Management & Recycling, Food Waste, Clinical Waste, Total Facilities Management, Washroom Services, Hygiene Services, Hazardous Waste, Integrated Resource Management ROLE: Sales Executive Total Waste Management & Recycling Business Development You will approach manufacturers, FMCG, engineering companies etc. and sell holistic Total Waste Management solutions with an annual value of £80-180K, looking to deliver a minimum of £600,000 in new annualised revenue a year You will self-generate leads, build potential client lists, sit appointments, cold call areas you visit to build a sales pipeline You will be involved in tender processes, onboarding etc. EXPERIENCE: Sales Executive Total Waste Management & Recycling Business Development You will have worked in a new business role in the waste management, recycling or facilities management sector delivering £450K+ in annualised revenue You will have a full UK Driving Licence with 6 points or less PREVIOUS ROLES MAY HAVE BEEN: Field Sales Executive, BDM, New Business Development Executive, FSE, Business Development Manager, BDE, Key Account Manager YOU WILL HAVE FIELD SALES EXPERIENCE SELLING IN A SECTOR SUCH AS: Total Waste Management & Recycling, Food Waste, Clinical Waste, Total Facilities Management, Washroom Services, Hygiene Services, Hazardous Waste, Integrated Resource Management

Manufacturing Shift Manager Late Shift Location: Wormingford, CO6 Salary: £33,000 £36,000 including shift premium based on 40 hours per week depending on experience Hours: Monday to Friday, 2pm 10pm (40 hours per week including paid break) About the Role: A well-established food manufacturing business is seeking a strong, hands-on Manufacturing Shift Manager to lead its late shift operations. This role is responsible for the safe, efficient and compliant running of the factory during night shifts, ensuring production plans are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, product quality and team performance. As the site is located in an area with limited public transport links, a UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. This is a highly operational, on-the-floor leadership role rather than a desk-based position. You will be actively present in the factory, leading from the front, supporting Team Leaders and Operators, driving operational standards and taking full ownership of shift performance in the absence of senior management on site Benefits: 33 days annual leave, including 3 days reserved for Christmas shutdown Enhanced sick pay after one year of service Night shift health & wellbeing support Staff discount on products Employee discount platform Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and HR support Free onsite parking PPE provided Uniform provided and professionally laundered Key Responsibilities: Lead the safe and efficient running of the factory during the night shift Deliver production plans safely, on time and to the required quality standards Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, HACCP and hygiene procedures Drive strong housekeeping, GMP and allergen control standards across the shift Lead, coach and support Team Leaders and Operators to achieve shift targets Monitor production performance including output, waste, downtime and labour efficiency Respond quickly to operational issues, escalating where required and driving corrective actions Complete accurate shift reports and communicate effectively with Production, Engineering, Quality and Warehouse teams Promote a positive, accountable and high-performing team culture Requirements: Valid right to work in the UK Previous leadership experience within food manufacturing, FMCG or high-speed production Strong communication and team management skills Strong hands-on leadership style with a visible shop-floor presence Good understanding of food safety, HACCP, GMP and allergen management Comfortable making decisions and leading in a fast-paced operational environment Good systems capability and confidence working with production data IOSH, HACCP or Food Safety qualifications are desirable but not essential Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and continuous improvement mindset

PRODUCTION TECHNICIANS REQUIRED IN TELFORD, SHROPSHIRE We are looking for several Production Technicians to join a leading FMCG manufacturer in Telford (Shropshire), these jobs will be working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (12 hour days and nights 6-6), and the starting salary for these roles will range between £35,000 - £36,300 per annum depending on the shift pattern that you join. The hiring manager is looking for someone who has a minimum of 3 years experience within a similar role, and whilst experience from within the FMCG, Food Manufacturing, Packaging, Print, Plastics or Pharmaceutical sectors would be preferred, they are prepared to look at people who have come from the manufacturing sector. Initially you will be required to complete an on-line SHL assessment, but providing you pass this the hiring manager will then look to invite you in on site for a formal interview, and this will include a full factory tour. People who have worked in similar job roles such as a Manufacturing Technician, Technical Operator, Process Operator, Machine Setter Operator, Print Assistant, Slitter Operator, Conversion Operator, Rewind Operator, Core Rewinder, Skilled Machine Operator, Machine Setter or Skilled Machinist would be well received. What You Will Do: Operate and monitor high-speed machinery to ensure smooth and efficient production runs. Conduct timely machine setups, minimising downtime and maximising output. Perform routine maintenance and precision cleaning of machinery to optimise performance. Identify and resolve issues using problem-solving tools, such as the process fault tree. Maintain accurate production records and collaborate with your team to exceed targets. What You Will Bring: A minimum of 3 years experience within a similar role. Previous experience from within the manufacturing sector is essential - previous experience within the FMCG, Food Manufacturing, Packaging or Pharma industry would be highly advantageous. Confidence and ability to make minor machine adjustments and troubleshoot issues. Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently without supervision. This company is dedicated to delivering excellence in the manufacturing industry, offering innovative solutions and high-quality products that make a difference across various sectors. As a Production Technician, you will play a key role in upholding these values, ensuring seamless operations that contribute to the company's success. Your expertise and dedication will directly support the company's mission to lead the way in professional paper hygiene products. Location: This role is based in Telford, Shropshire. Interested?: Don't miss out on this chance to join a forward-thinking company and make your mark as a Production Technician. Apply today to take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

We are seeking a highly motivated and tenacious Production Supervisor / Team Manager to step into the role of Front-Line Manager (FLM) for our client in the food manufacturing sector on the outskirts of Glasgow. The successful Front-Line Manager / Production Team Manager will be responsible for driving best-in-class, flexible manufacturing performance and striving for continuous year-on-year improvements. Reporting to a Production Manager, the Front-Line Manager / Production Team Manager will lead a multi skilled production Team on a days based 4 on 4 off shift pattern (8am 8pm) Front Line Manager duties include: Plan and organize daily production schedules, ensuring labour and materials are tightly controlled. Achieve shift targets for key metrics like line efficiencies, OTIF (On-Time, In-Full), waste reduction, and staff costs. Ensure all site-specific, hygiene, and Quality standards are achieved, making sure the factory is audit-ready at all times against BRC and customer requirements. Lead, motivate, and develop your team to meet planned output and quality standards. Be responsible for people management, including recruitment, performance review, discipline, and grievance handling, all while building a team of competent, proactive individuals. Apply continuous improvement principles and systematic root cause analysis to reduce material waste, manage downtime, and increase overall process efficiency and labour productivity. The successful Front-Line Manager will have a minimum of 3 years experience within the FMCG manufacturing sector, with proven people management experience. We are looking for a confident, highly determined individual with a passion for excellence and a consistent approach to decision-making. Application via CV

Why Greencore? We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make everyday taste better. We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. Employing 13,300 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY24, we generated revenues of 1.8bn. Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,500 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties. At Greencore we actively encourage our colleagues to apply for our vacancies, whether as a lateral move to broaden experience or the next step up to progress your career and development. We also welcome applications from external candidates who are eager to grow their career with us. Our Warrington site is also known as the Italian centre of excellence, recent expansion and investment make this site a state-of-the-art manufacturing unit! We produce high quality Italian ready meals for both Tesco & Co-Op. What you'll be doing As Hygiene Team Leader (Hygiene Zone Manager) you will monitor and review the activities of a team of hygiene operatives to ensure that all sanitation processes are completed in full and that hygiene standards for a given area are maintained during the production shift. Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off, 17:30 - 05:30 Salary: Competitive Tasks will involve: Ensure that the team has the right number of resources with the appropriate skills, deploying a recruitment and training plan and adopting appropriate people practices, to enabling them to deliver the master cleaning schedule Create and present a clear forward resourcing plan (people and materials) for cleaning, sanitation, environment and technical, and adapt this in light of emerging circumstance to minimise food risk Direct and monitor the team's delivery of the day to day hygiene activities, in line with the master schedule, to ensure operational integrity Communicate, and validate the team's adoption of amendments to SOPs to ensure change is effectively implemented and improvements are made to functional hygiene performance and safety practices Review equipment and highlight damage, escalating risks, to inform the preventative maintenance programme Ensure personal and team compliance with inventory controls to facilitate the timely replacement of materials Provide appropriate information, in accordance with agreed procedures, to customers/regulatory bodies to ensure demonstration of process and procedures Ensure that a safe working environment exists for colleagues and that as a minimum the department meets the standards set in the SHE Policy What we're looking for We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make everyday taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. Food Hygiene NVQ level 2/certification of sanitation or equivalent Basic Health and Safety NVQ level 2 or equivalent Chemical Handling (as per local site requirement) Detailed understanding of the impact of legislation on day to day operations in relation to food safety. Computer literate in Word, Excel Previous experience in FMCG or similar hygiene role Experience leading and working with a diverse workforce Detailed Familiarity with local SOPs At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Pension up to 8% matched Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Free car parking Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career. GREENCOREFOODFORLATER

Your new company An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Manager to join a leading manufacturing organisation at their Cheshire-based facility. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for leading all quality and hygiene activities across the site, ensuring compliance with ISO standards, HACCP and GMP, while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Your new role You will manage the site's Quality Management System, oversee QC operations, lead internal audits and complaints investigations, and act as the CI pillar lead. This role also includes responsibility for the site laboratory and quality approval of incoming and finished goods. What you'll need to succeed With a degree in Chemistry, Food Science or a related field, you will bring proven experience in manufacturing quality processes within the chemicals, food or FMCG sectors. Strong knowledge of ISO9001, HACCP, GMP and IMS is essential, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams. What you'll get in return The salary on offer is up to 55,000 plus benefits. This is a key leadership role within the plant management team, offering the chance to shape quality culture and standards across a high-performing site. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Ready to lead from the front, motivating and managing a high performing production shift in a forward-thinking business? Look no further! We are excited to be recruiting our next Shift Manager based out of our Telford site, at Northwood Hygiene Products! Your leadership and management expertise from the FMCG industry will be utilised, providing daily opportunities to ensure safety first, excellent output, high quality, and efficiency are demonstrated on your shift, motivating and developing your team to achieve and exceed results. Your shift pattern will be 4-on-4-off, working both days (6am to 6pm) and night shifts (6pm to 6am). About the Role How you will add value to Northwood Hygiene Products: You will lead from the front, motivating and mentoring a production team in achieving targets, maximising line efficiency and minimising cost. You will promote and foster safety and quality, managing daily SOR meetings to enable open communication and build a collaborative team environment. We'll rely on you to manage daily staffing levels, ensuring crewing sheets are completed accurately, and communicating available resources to all departments. To ensure your team are performing well, you will communicate daily and hourly line performance targets in a clear and professional manner, taking responsibility for outcomes. To develop your team, you will utilise the performance management framework, ensuring all of your team are fully trained to perform their assigned tasks, and that all sign-off documentation is complete and verified. It's essential that we are compliant, therefore a key part of your role will be ensuring legal and company regulations and compliance standards are adhered to. This includes H&S and Environmental standards, and liaising with the Quality team to ensure communication and adherence to QC procedures. Departments you will often collaborate with include Engineering, Quality, Health and Safety, Stores, and HR, to ensure we're operating as efficiently as we can. We are keen to speak with you if you have strong experience within an FMCG production/manufacturing environment in a team leadership capacity (e.g. Shift Manager, Team Leader, Production Manager, Line Manager, or similar). Apply today, and we'll look forward to speaking with you regarding your Northwood career! Benefits Company pension Life assurance Free company products Free on-site parking Food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service Free early access to pay scheme Salary sacrifice schemes Employee referral scheme Requirements Experience and skills you will bring: Leading and mentoring a team of at least 20 people TPM/Lean manufacturing knowledge and application Proven experience within a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment Critical thinking, coupled with efficient problem-solving skills Experience in implementing CI initiatives Proactive with excellent time-management skills Big-picture mindset, enabling you to relate events, processes and procedures to the wider business mission and purpose Ideally, you will hold qualifications in people management, and health and safety Recruitment Process Should you be shortlisted, you will receive an email from TalentCentral SHL with an invitation to complete our candidate assessment. This will ensure we can accurately evaluate your competencies and skills. If you require any adjustments to complete the online assessment, please get in touch.

Imagine stepping into a factory where the buzz of production lines never stops, where bottles and cans are rolling off at pace, and where your decisions directly shape what ends up on supermarket shelves. Now imagine doing that in a business that's not standing still - but going through an exciting period of change, with opportunities opening up for people who want to grow with it. That's the reality on offer here. We're exclusively working with a long-established drinks manufacturer who are investing heavily in their future. As part of that journey, they're looking for a Production Shift Manager to lead a team of around 50 people, to inspire confidence on the shop floor, and make sure every shift runs smoothly, safely, and to the highest standard. This is a role for someone who loves leading from the front. You'll set the pace, keep things moving, and ensure quality always comes first. But it's also about people - building a motivated, multi-skilled team that pulls together, solves problems, and takes pride in what they produce. On any given day you might be: Coaching a new team leader through their first week, Working with engineers to get a line back up and running, Spotting a smarter way of doing things and making it happen, Or helping to shape a new product line as the business grows. Driving performance, continuous improvement, and right-first-time quality Ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards It's fast, it's varied, and it matters. To thrive here, you'll need experience in a high-volume FMCG environment (drinks, bottling, or canning would be ideal), strong leadership skills, and the confidence to make decisions under pressure. You'll also bring an eye for continuous improvement, a commitment to safety, and a genuine passion for developing people. What We're Looking For: Strong leadership and people management experience in a food or drinks manufacturing environment A solid understanding of GMP, H&S, and quality standards A proven track record of driving performance and implementing improvements Energy, adaptability, and the desire to grow with a business in transition SHIFT PATTERN: 4 on 4 off (rotating) In return, you'll be part of a business that values its people and knows this period of transition is just the beginning. There are real opportunities to progress, learn new skills, and grow your career as the company continues to invest and evolve. If you're ready to be more than just a manager - to be a key player in a business that's on the move - we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Shaf Islam on (url removed). As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)

ROLE: Hygiene Manager SALARY: Up to £45,000 LOCATION: Telford THE COMPANY: Red Rock Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business. Our client is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and product quality, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and team development. WORKING HOURS: Night shift: 22 00 DUTIES: Lead and manage the Hygiene Team to deliver cleaning schedules to the highest standards Ensure hygiene, safety, and environmental standards are implemented, maintained, and continuously improved Manage contracts relating to cleaning chemicals, laundry, pest control, and associated services within budget Develop and maintain hygiene policies and SOPs, ensuring compliance with legislation and customer requirements Support engineering and production with preventative maintenance, deep cleans, and line start-up processes Train and develop Hygiene Team members to enhance skills, flexibility, and engagement Work with suppliers to optimise cleaning processes, equipment, and chemical use in line with industry best practice Ensure effective communication of hygiene standards across shifts and departments Support and prepare for customer audits and visits, providing required documentation and records Maintain compliance with the company s Quality Management System and Health & Safety Management System THE CANDIDATE: NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Management or Manufacturing Operations Proven experience in FMCG, ideally food or similar manufacturing environment Level 3 Food Safety qualification IOSH Managing Safely, COSHH, and HACCP knowledge Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, motivate, and manage performance Excellent planning, organising, and problem-solving abilities Strong customer focus and commitment to developing self and others Flexible and adaptable approach with strong interpersonal and communication skills Immediate interviews are taking place, so please apply without delay if interested, or contact Dom on (phone number removed).

Production Manager, Materials Supply - Bo'ness We rise to challenges together Salary: £42,000 - £46,000 per annum Location: Bo'ness Ways of Working: Site Based Shift: Tuesday- Saturday, 07.00 - 15.30 Contract Type: Permanent Benefits: Annual bonus of up to 10%, Private Healthcare, Life Assurance, 25 Days Holiday Why join us? We're ready for anything. We thrive on challenge and change. The undeniable pressure and pace of our 24/7 operation keeps us on our toes and offers a variety of career pathways and options to explore and pursue. We encourage everyone to work hard, push further and show resilience. And it's exciting. Because only by mentoring and role modelling our success and innovation, will we continue to diversify, grow as individuals and succeed together. What we do. This particular role is based at our Bakkavor Salads Bo'ness site, which employs over 1,000 people and produces food-to-go salads and salad accompaniments to a number of customers. It is located 3.5 miles from Linlithgow and 8 miles to Falkirk. About the role. Accountabilities within the role would include: Using Continuous Improvement tools and techniques e.g. Performance Improvement Plans, team result plans, value stream mapping, line balancing and problem solving, utilising the Bakkavor Operating System e.g. RedZone to ensure that targets are met and regularly challenged / improved upon. To inspire and drive standards of quality, food safety, hygiene and housekeeping within areas / shift, to ensure that both Business and Customer standards are maintained. Attend daily factory reviews and coach team members to ensure the quality of the meetings and actions is to the right standard. Accountable for delivering high quality Top Loss/ Kaizen activity for shift. To pro-actively review and manage the performance of all team members across your shift. Utilise KPI data to benchmark, challenge and drive performance improvement. In conjunction with the Learning and Development team, ensure the effective ownership, planning and delivery of training and development activity across your shift. In conjunction with the Process Development team, support the co-ordination of NPD activity ensuring teams have the information, resources and time to deliver successful process from product trial to launch. Effectively plan, organise and measure labour and material requirements to ensure that both short- and long- term agreed targets are met. Agree core manning detail for shift, including skills required and work closely with the central recruitment team ensuring the team recruitment process meets the business needs. Takes accountability for labour turnover performance. Develop and maintain an engagement culture where effective two-way communication is welcomed, clear and embraced by all colleagues and encourages the Bakkavor values. About you. Experience in the food industry, especially chilled food or FMCG is preferable but not essential. Proven track record of effective interaction with operational and non-operational stakeholders to deliver manufacturing targets while maintaining SHE and food safety standards. To be able to demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills (verbal, written and presentations). And experience of motivating and engaging teams. A logical, analytical and clear thinking approach, particularly under pressure. Has a rounded and balanced sense of judgement, recognising when to escalate issues to more senior levels of management. Must be adaptable and flexible to working hours and areas. Intermediate Food Hygiene and IOSHH qualifications are preferable. What you'll receive. As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you. You'll enjoy: Life Assurance (2.5 x salary) Short Term Bonus Scheme 25 days holiday Staff Shop Stakeholder Pension Scheme MyBargains Discount Platform Personal Accident Insurance Free Independent Mortgage Advice Employee Assistance Programme A Range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans) Discounted tutoring for children Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary Private Medical Insurance (employee) Free Carparking Plus, a commitment to your wellbeing that includes emotional, physical and financial support services delivered by our fantastic team of wellbeing champions. Proud to be Bakkavor. We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team! Find out more and apply.

We're excited to be recruiting a Health & Safety Manager in our state-of-the-art site in Ellesmere Port (Overpool)! The site has been recently renovated and upgraded with three best-in-class converting lines, and we have volumes of future potential. If you're passionate about making workplaces safer, smarter, and more engaged, this is the role for you. About the Role Here's what you'll be doing: Engaging & Educating Providing coaching and mentoring to managers and supervisors on their H&S responsibilities, and share considerations with the wider operational team regarding lean manufacturing and CI initiatives. You will identify training needs, maintaining digital records, and deliver inhouse training and presentations, educating and inspiring your colleagues. You will be the central point of contact for H&S related matters, and encourage employees to participate in risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety initiatives. Your colleagues will benefit from your sharing of useful H&S updates, lessons learned from incidents, and best practices. Risk Management You will facilitate and support the completion of internal risk assessments (general, specific, COSHH, DSE, manual handling, fire, machinery safety) for operations and activities on site, including paper tissue converting processes (e.g., slitting, winding, packaging, material handling). Management of Change You will lead and facilitate H&S aspects of Management of Change process, ensuring risks are assessed and controlled for all significant changes, including the introduction of new production lines, machinery, processes and raw materials. Incident Management We will utilise your knowledge and expertise in leading thorough incident investigations, identifying root causes and recommending preventative actions, as well as reporting incidents in a timely manner to internal and external bodies (e.g. RIDDOR where applicable), relying on data records. Compliance and Auditing You will ensure the Ellesmere Port site remains compliant with all statutory health and safety requirements, actively referencing the legal register. In addition, we'll need you to assist with internal and external H&S audits, preparing for (and responding to) findings. Requirements What you'll bring to Northwood: We require NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety as a minimum. You will hopefully be an Accredited or Approved IOSH Working and Managing Safely Trainer, Train the Trainer, and/or have experience and confidence in conducting team/individual training. Experience We're looking for colleagues from the FMCG industry, either Food or another fast-paced/high-speed production environment, with experience in: Implementing and maintaining H&S management systems. Conducting risk assessments and incident investigations. Experience managing legal registers and overseeing outsourced specialist risk assessments (e.g., DSEAR, Water Hygiene, Fire). Experience in managing health and safety aspects of change, including new equipment installations, production line modifications, and involvement in CDM projects. Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and their integration with health and safety. Skills we're looking for Excellent communication, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels. Strong approach to translating technical H&S information into accessible language for various audiences. Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach. Thorough understanding of UK Health and Safety legislation, weaving this into daily practice. Ability to champion and drive the effective adoption of digital tools and safety culture across the workforce. We would ideally like to see: Certified or Chartered Membership of a professional body (e.g. IOSH) We'd ideally like to see NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent). Experience with ISO 45001 implementation and auditing SMETA Sedex Sustainability 7.0 Management standards Knowledge of environmental management systems (e.g. ISO 14001) First Aid at Work qualified

Why Greencore? We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make everyday taste better. We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. Employing 13,300 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY24, we generated revenues of 1.8bn. Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,500 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties. At Greencore we actively encourage our colleagues to apply for our vacancies, whether as a lateral move to broaden experience or the next step up to progress your career and development. We also welcome applications from external candidates who are eager to grow their career with us. Here in Boston we employ around 400 colleagues and produce ready to eat salads, prepared vegetables and snacks for many of the major retailers such as Coop, Boots, Greggs, Costco, Spar and BOL. What you'll be doing Shift: 3's and 2's - Days As Manufacturing Shift Manager on Days , you will colleagues and manage all aspects of the manufacturing operation on your shift ensuring that agreed production plans are met and all manufacturing standards are adhered to. Lead, co-ordinate and prioritise activity across a shift to deliver productivity and efficiency targets in line with the agreed production plan Ensure the adherence of all food manufacturing safety and quality standards by all teams on shift safeguarding the delivery of great tasting, high quality food products Review operational trends across the shift to identify and act upon opportunities that make sustainable improvements in quality, performance and profit Lead the ongoing development of the health and safety culture, promoting adherence to manufacturing guidelines, accident investigation and audit recommendations to support and improve health and safety in the working environment Ensure that communication and information channels are maintained within the operations team to ensure that immediate issues are resolved, and ongoing items and trends are shared with the broader operations community Forecast and control labour requirements, direct and indirect, to meet production programme requirements and customer expectations within budget Monitor and review team capability, ensuring all colleagues are clearly focused on their key objectives and developed to maximise their potential What we're looking for We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. Prior experience of leading a team and resource planning in a people intensive, manufacturing/FMCG environment Demonstrable analytical skills - ability to pull actionable insight from data Hold key qualifications such as advanced food hygiene accreditation, HACCP level 3 qualification and Level Three Health and Safety - IOSH Experience of managing large numbers of people in a complex manufacturing environment If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Pension up to 8% matched Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.