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Multi- Trades

On-going long-term work in and around Staffordshire

Mon – Fri 08.00 – 16.30

£20.00 per hour

We are seeking skilled and reliable Multi-Trades Professionals to join our client’s team.  The ideal candidate will have experience across multiple trades and be capable of carrying out a wide range of repair, maintenance, and installation tasks on residential and/or commercial properties.

• Perform general repairs and maintenance work across various trades (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, painting, plastering, tiling, basic electrics)
• Conduct routine inspections and respond to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in compliance with relevant health and safety regulations
• Work independently or as part of a team to complete jobs efficiently and within deadlines
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used

Skills & Experience Required

• Own vehicle & tools
• Valid CSCS Card is essential
• Proven experience in a multi-trade role, ideally with certifications or qualifications in one or more core trades
• Strong knowledge of tools, materials, and safety practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude
• Full UK driving licence (if required for the role)
• Previous experience in social housing, property maintenance, or facilities management

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Days Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Runcorn

Monday to Friday Days only - flexibility offered

45k Basic salary + bonus and generous pension/ holiday and additional package

Job Purpose:

Due to plant expansion and constant increase in order we are seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure machinery downtime remains minimal and proactively improve efficiencies across site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain plant, equipment, and utilities across the site.
• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Complete routine PPM work and document tasks accurately.
• Respond to reactive maintenance tasks efficiently.
• Utilize CMMS (SAP) for maintenance activities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping (5S methodology).
• Promote and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical support during production breakdowns.
• Keep up to date with plant processes and technical advancements.
• Assist shift supervision teams with guidance and technical expertise.

Requirements:

• Apprentice trained or equivalent in a Electrical engineering discipline.
• Industrial/ manufacturing experience
• Experience of PLC fault finding is preferred.

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Job Title: Chemical Process Operator
Salary: £34,000 – £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Location: Northwich, Cheshire
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: Rotating shift pattern (Monday to Friday)

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Chemical Process Operator to join our team at our Northwich manufacturing site. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for operating plant equipment, monitoring chemical processes, and ensuring production targets are achieved safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Carry out raw material handling, batching, blending, and packaging operations
• Monitor process parameters and adjust controls to maintain quality and efficiency
• Complete routine checks, data logging, and quality assurance tasks
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance
• Report process deviations, equipment faults, or incidents promptly
• Work collaboratively with the production and engineering teams to support continuous improvement
• Participate in training and ongoing development programmes

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a chemical, manufacturing, or process industry (COMAH experience advantageous)
• Strong awareness of health & safety and environmental standards
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and work to high quality standards
• Good problem-solving and communication skills
• Physically fit and comfortable working in an industrial environment
• Forklift licence and relevant safety certifications are desirable
• Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern (including nights and weekends)

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £34,000 to £40,000
• Comprehensive training and career development opportunities
• Company pension scheme and life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance
• Opportunity to work for a global leader in specialty chemicals

Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer

Wigan - £47,333 + £1000 handovers

4 on 4 off (2 days 2 nights 7 – 7)

The Role

To support manufacturing processes by responding effectively to equipment breakdowns in addition to carrying out scheduled maintenance work. A proactive approach to the correction and modification of machine processing faults to ensure repeat failures do not occur.

• Organise daily tasks in order to optimise the time available
• Diagnose the issues presented to them and to complete the required tasks in timely manner
• Ability to get to the root cause of issues and make corrective improvements
• Flexible – to provide additional cover in time of sickness, holiday and extreme workload

Communication

Must be able to liaise with other departments in a positive, engaging manner. To build good relationships during dealings with departments. To ensure co-operation and assistance in completion of work requirements.

• To respond efficiently and effectively to equipment breakdowns
• To ensure maximum focus is given to their nominated production area
• To accurately record all breakdown information and equipment condition utilising established and future systems
• To be familiar with all aspects of machinery operation, be proactive in identifying running problems and their correction/modification
• To maintain GMP and hygiene requirements in line with standards. Total compliance with all H & S requirements both legal and internal
• Compliance with engineering stores procedures and documentation
• To work effectively within a shift structure ensuring technical cover at all times
• To provide a reasonable amount of overtime cover in respect of holidays, sickness, maintenance shut-downs, projects etc.
• To monitor machinery in production with a view to carrying out adjustments as necessary.
• To follow any reasonable request from his/her supervisor
• To fault find in an effective and efficient manner whilst utilising the various machines historic information documentation
• Perform tasks and operate / use equipment/machinery only to the level of their training and competence
• Compliance GMP Standards, H&S and wear the appropriate work wear correctly

Skills & Experience Required

• Time served apprenticeship
• Minimum NVQ L3 qualification or equivalent
• Demonstrable experience of working within a similar environment

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Quality Control Analyst

Location: Cheshire 
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Industry: Manufacturing / Chemical / Technical
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Shifts Monday to Friday 

About the Role

Our client, a well-established and reputable manufacturing business, is seeking a Quality Control Analyst to join their technical team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled individual with a strong chemistry background to play a key role in ensuring product quality, technical support, and continuous improvement across the production plant.

Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will be responsible for performing both qualitative and quantitative testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, using advanced analytical techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and analysis to ensure all products meet internal and customer specifications.

• Use a range of analytical methods including HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, particle size analysis, RI, SG, and titrimetry.

• Support manufacturing by providing accurate and timely technical data.

• Sample raw materials and finished goods following safe and compliant procedures.

• Carry out evaluations of new and alternative raw materials.

• Maintain, calibrate, and ensure the correct functioning of laboratory equipment.

• Assist with non-conformance investigations and implement corrective actions.

• Perform effluent testing in line with environmental standards.

• Ensure accurate record-keeping and documentation in compliance with SOPs and internal quality systems.

• Support internal audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and lab compliance at all times.

About You

• Degree-qualified in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline.

• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in a quality control laboratory environment.

• Proven hands-on experience with HPLC and GC instrumentation is essential.

• Strong working knowledge of a range of analytical techniques.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a methodical approach to work.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, regulated production environment.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunity to join a progressive company with a strong reputation in its field

• Supportive technical team and professional development opportunities

• Involvement in continuous improvement projects and cross-functional collaboration

Quality Systems Manager
Location: Chester
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum
Industry: Food Manufacturing / FMCG
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Are you a quality-driven professional with a passion for systems, processes, and continuous improvement? We’re recruiting on behalf of a market-leading food manufacturer seeking a Quality Systems Manager to take ownership of their Quality Management System (QMS) and play a pivotal role in driving site-wide compliance and food safety excellence.

Role Overview

As the Quality Systems Manager, you’ll be responsible for developing and maintaining robust quality systems, document control, supplier approvals, and internal audits. You’ll lead the Technical Services Team and work cross-functionally to embed a culture of food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across the site.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone highly organised, audit-ready, and solutions-focused, with experience managing BRC and customer standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop the site-wide Quality Management System (QMS) and documentation.
• Lead internal audits and ensure action plans are completed on time.
• Oversee the master action log and ensure full traceability from policy to record.
• Ensure compliance with BRC and customer standards.
• Drive improvements in supplier approvals, complaint reduction, and traceability.
• Manage the Technical Services Team and lead on quality data input across systems (e.g., Quantiv).
• Analyse Food Safety & Quality Culture surveys and support positive cultural change.
• Ensure all documentation is archived and retrievable out of hours.

Success Metrics Include

• Timely action completion and audit closeouts
• Reduction in traceability non-conformances and complaints
• Up-to-date specifications and accurate operational records
• Effective data analysis and communication across departments

What We’re Looking For

• Experience managing Quality Systems in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong understanding of BRC and customer audit requirements.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Confident leading cross-functional teams and influencing at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Why Join This Business?

You’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation with a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. This is a key role with real influence, ideal for someone looking to make their mark and grow within a supportive and progressive team.

Field Service Engineer

Leeds, Yorkshire

£29,500 + Company Vehicle + Benefits

Based within the Yorkshire region and working as part of the Yorkshire team, this role focuses on the provision of a high-quality maintenance and technical support to end customers in this area.  In addition to providing service support to UK sites and possibly some global travel.  

• Provide exceptional service to customers within a designated region
• Installation of company and third-party systems and products
• Carry out hardware and software modifications/upgrades on existing sited equipment
• Regular PPM maintenance of existing products
• Root cause analysis and removal of issues
• Continuous improvements in the processes and service we offer
• Reactive call-out response on customer sites within a designated region on a rota basis.  This is will include working some unsociable hours
• Management and control of spare parts allocated to you and in your region
• Communication and escalation of any service issues in line with the relevant processes
• Flexibility to travel to cover for other regions during periods of high workload
• Working as part of a team or individually responding to on-site customer support requests
• Weekend and evening call out cover on a rota system with other regional engineers
• To undertake any other duties required by management to meet the needs of the business
• Use the Service Management system accurately and in real time to aid reporting
• Provide a service level in line with Service Agreements
• Ensure call cover is maintained in region during periods of holidays and sickness 
• Keep accurate boot stocks and consume parts as per the process
• Ensure all equipment is serviced to the required standard and on-site records accurately maintained

Skills & Experience

• Ideally 5 years related technical maintenance/service support experience
• Sound electrical/electronic background with recognised engineering qualifications an advantage
• Experience of Networks and server installation and maintenance an advantage
• PC literate with ability to create, modify and maintain MS office documents (excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work away if required with flexible approach to working hours and location
• Full UK driving licence
• Proven organisational skills and self-motivated

Benefits

• Company vehicle
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life insurance (4x salary)

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