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Maintenance EngineerPanama Shift Pattern , rotating days and nights, 12h shifts, 6am - 6pm, 6pm - 6amThis is a great opportunity to join our team, bringing to life our future condiments manufacturing facility, located in Peterborough, UK. Our vision is to build a sustainable, innovative McCormick factory-of-the-future to support our Flavour Solutions customers.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIESContinuously assess company plant and equipment for efficiency, purpose and implement improvements so that output will be optimised, inform of non-compliances.Use line monitoring, fault finding and problem-solving systems/techniques to maximise utilisation of all company plant and equipment, by minimising downtime through scheduled, planned, or ad hoc maintenance, and continuous improvement.Help reduce the companys "Carbon Footprint" by efficient utilisation of resources, i.e.: Energy Usage, Waste Disposal, etc.Liaise and work closely with the production team enabling timely start-up of plant.Work safely, complying with the obligations under Health and Safety regulations.Study production schedules and estimates work hour requirements, for completion of job assignment.Confer with production, materials supervisors, and process technicians to coordinate activities.Prepare estimates, requisitions, and inspection routes for equipment.Manage small projects and assists with major projects when required.Regularly carry out audits for compliance to AIB / EFSIS / GMP Standards.Understand own responsibilities regarding food safety legislation, including HACCP, and carry out work accordingly.Work with Production and Quality teams to improve and develop operating practices to enhance product quality and customer service.Ensure full compliance with Company Quality, Food Safety, Health & Safety and Environmental requirements.Organise work activities to ensure the no contamination of product.Ensure the safety of our product is not compromised in any way.Coordinate the activities of outside Engineers, Contractors, and Vendors.Complete all work undertaken, in a timely manner, and achieve deadlines.Have a flexible attitude towards all Engineering duties including providing cover for other Engineering functions and peers.CANDIDATE PROFILEMinimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in relevant Engineering Discipline.Working experience in production environment (food or consumer products industry preferred), supported by a good track record of acquiring Engineering skills, continuous learning.A good understanding of inter-discipline skills and multi-skilling.A solid grounding in food handling safe practices.An awareness of HACCP, PUWER, LOLA and COSHH.Have a working knowledge of AC/DC drives and associated control equipment.Good written and verbal communication skills ability to deal with both suppliers and internal customers.PC literate (Experience of MS Word, Lotus Notes and Excel Spreadsheets).Problem solving and fault-finding skills.Able to interpret schematic diagrams.Able to work on own initiative and highlight continuous Improvement opportunities.Positive and enthusiastic attitude towards work and colleagues, able to work in a team.Possess the energy and drive to get things done in a timely manner.Good understanding of various types of PLC including Allen Bradley, Schneider, and Siemens.Have a desire to upskill and learn.Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies.McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.TPBN1_UKTJ

Production and logistics are often measured by what goes wrong. We want you to create an operation where it doesn't. You're an experienced Logistics Manager, but with us, you'll also oversee production control, leading a complex automotive supply chain, developing a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and outstanding delivery. Backed by a successful international group, you'll have the autonomy to influence change and optimise inventory, building a team capable of delivering exceptional results. BASIC SALARY: Up to £75,000 dependant on experience BENEFITS:· 33 Days Holiday, including bank holidays (increasing with service) · Group Company Pension · Death in Service x 4 LOCATION: Northampton COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Milton Keynes, Leicester, Bedford, Huntingdon, Peterborough, St Neots, Leicester, Market Harborough, Daventry, Banbury, Brackley, Rugby. OVERVIEW: We have a loyal, legacy workforce who need your leadership and guidance. You will drive change in this key Logistics Manager role, leading our automotive logistics operation in Northampton. You will bring fresh ideas to a team that need direction and strong leadership. JOB DESCRIPTION: Logistics Manager - Production Control, Manufacturing, Automotive You will take ownership for production control, planning, logistics and warehousing with 5 direct and 25 indirect reports. Ensuring your team achieves: Safety, Environmental, Quality, Cost and Delivery objectives, driving continuous improvement in each to achieve key plant KPI objectives. We have a Global OEM customer base who expert the highest standards, we currently operate a 24/5 shift pattern. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Logistics Manager - Production Control, Manufacturing, Automotive · Team Leadership and Management - promote a positive working environment providing clear and consistent management, leading by example in maintaining operational standards and delivering performance improvement whilst empowering your team · Growth - work with your team and the wide group and to support growth and development, resolving concerns that cannot be managed within their scope of responsibilities. Escalate appropriately to your line manager. · Translate business improvement objectives for HSE, Quality, Cost and Delivery into detailed improvement objectives for the production and logistics department. Set improvement targets, leading and motivating your team to achieve them. · Use daily and weekly performance metrics to identify deviations from targets, develop containment and countermeasures with your team, follow up the implementation and any further corrective action. · QHSE - Ensuring the safe operating of your team and their working environment, auditing to ensure compliance is managed to company procedures, and taking corrective action when not. YOUR BACKGROUND: Logistics Manager - Production Control, Manufacturing, Automotive Your background will be diverse, with solid manufacturing experience, and leadership obtained across a logistics, supply-chain operation or equivalent. Ideally from a Global or corporate background, we welcome applications from SMEs, but you'll need to understand the complex supply-chain challenges we are involved in, from raw materials in through to finished goods. You will have: · Experience ideally from the automotive industry or a transferable, relevant fast paced volume manufacturing environment such as aerospace, pharmaceutical, food, rail, industrial, fasteners, technical consumables etc · Worked in regulated and compliant led conditions · The proven ability to lead, motivate and make challenging decisions with accountability · A customer first attitude so we can be successful within our global supply-chain · Strong working knowledge of SAP in a manufacturing environment, with proven experience using SAP to manage production planning, material requirements planning (MRP), inventory control, customer schedules, logistics flows, and supply chain performance. · Passion for improving processes, raising standards, and implementing sustainable improvements that enhance customer service, inventory performance, and operational efficiency. · A proactive, data-driven mindset with the confidence to identify issues, challenge existing practices, and implement effective solutions THE COMPANY: We are a multi-site global automotive component manufacturer adhering to IATF 16949:2016. With a Global OEM customer base operating in a complex supply chain. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Production Manager, Logistics Manager, Operations Manager, Supply Chain Manager - automotive, aerospace, rail, marine, industrial, engineering, manufacturing, production, inventory control, SAP, production planning, production control. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18549, Wallace Hind Selection

Community Cafe Manager \n £31,900 (in probation) rising to £33,579 \n Westwood, Peterborough \n Full-Time \n Permanent \n \n Full time Monday – Friday 07:30-3.30 \n Are you an experienced café, hospitality or catering professional looking for a role where you can combine commercial success with real social impact? \n We are seeking an enthusiastic and entrepreneurial Community Café Manager to lead the WestRaven Community Café. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a thriving community enterprise that provides affordable, nutritious food while creating a welcoming space for local residents to connect, learn and thrive. \n About the Role \n As Community Café Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the café, ensuring it is a safe, welcoming and successful environment for customers, volunteers and colleagues. You will lead a small team, develop engaging community activities, manage budgets and stock, maintain excellent food standards, and help grow the café as a sustainable community business. \n This role offers the chance to make a genuine difference by bringing people together, supporting community wellbeing, and creating opportunities linked to employability and education. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead the daily operation of the Community Café, ensuring excellent customer service and a welcoming atmosphere.\n, • Manage and support café staff and volunteers through effective supervision, training and development.\n, • Develop attractive, affordable menus using fresh, seasonal produce.\n, • Maximise income while maintaining value for customers and careful control of costs and stock.\n, • Organise community events and activities that increase engagement and café attendance.\n, • Build relationships with community groups, local stakeholders, funders and business customers.\n, • Promote and market the café to attract new customers and visitors.\n, • Maintain the café's 5-star food hygiene standards and ensure compliance with HACCP processes.\n, • Manage budgets, cash handling, banking and financial reporting.\n, • Identify funding and grant opportunities to support the long-term success of the café.\n\n About You \n Essential \n\n • Experience managing or establishing a café, restaurant or similar hospitality operation.\n, • Previous experience in a kitchen environment preparing meals for larger numbers of customers.\n, • Experience of menu planning and delivering quality, value and choice.\n, • Leadership experience with the ability to motivate, support and develop a team.\n, • Experience of budget management, stock control and cash handling.\n, • Experience working with and supporting volunteers.\n, • Excellent customer service, organisational and communication skills.\n, • Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate.\n, • Minimum Level 2 qualification in Culinary Skills, Professional Cookery or equivalent.\n, • Full UK driving licence.\n, • Enhanced DBS required\n\n Desirable \n\n • Experience developing and delivering business plans.\n, • Experience managing a community café or community enterprise.\n, • Experience in marketing and promoting hospitality businesses.\n, • Coaching, training and development skills.\n\n Why Join Us? \n This is more than a café management role. It is an opportunity to lead a community hub that improves lives, supports local people and creates a lasting positive impact. If you are passionate about hospitality, community engagement and making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Envelope Labour Solutions are recruiting for an experienced TECHNICAL SALES MANAGERS, with experience in the BUILDING ENVELOPE/FACADE sector. The role covers the North-West of England sales area Our client is a ,multi-national, family run business, looking to further expand their operations to match ever increasing demand. Specialising in the manufacture and sale of air and wind proofing products in the building envelope sector. Our client strives for a world of zero energy loss buildings, and would like you to be part of that. As a Technical Sales Manager you will engage with main contractors, subcontractors and building envelope consultants, while also network within the industry. Your primary focus will be on façade solutions, helping window, drylining and SFS manufacturers or installers. Your main responsibility is to identify new projects and establish connections with key stakeholders to secure business. Leveraging your industry knowledge and networking flair, you sell high-standard products and services. Through CPDs, specification advisory and on-site toolbox talks, you will provide immediate technical advice and hands-on product training to our valuable customers. With determination and enthusiasm, you will manage the Greater London Area and invest in long-term relationships to achieve a sustainable increase in sales. Become part of the family and help us reduce the worldwide demand for energy. Package: Salary Manchester/North-west Area: £50 -£60k Plus Car & fuel card £15 daily lunch allowance (tax free) Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year Additional pay: • Commission pay Benefits: • Company car, • Company events, • Discounted or free food, • Free or subsidised travel Schedule: • Monday to Friday Education: • Bachelor's (preferred) Experience: • building envelope: 5 years (required), • reading and understanding design plans/drawings: 3 years (required) Licence/Certification: • Driving Licence (required) Work Location: Remote Manchester/North-west Area: £50 -£60k Plus Car & fuel card £15 daily lunch allowance (tax free) Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year Additional pay: • Commission pay Benefits: • Company car, • Company events, • Discounted or free food, • Free or subsidised travel

At Notpla we’re at the leading edge of sustainable innovation, creating natural alternatives to single-use plastic packaging that’s carefully engineered to create a healthier planet. Founded on the belief that nature knows best, we’re an innovative, ideas and action-oriented scale-up who develop and manufacture uncompromisingly natural packaging solutions from seaweed and plants. The Edibles Category Owner will spearhead the strategic and operational success of the Edibles product line at Notpla. This category includes Ohoo, edible films, and pipettes, among other innovative products. This is an exciting time to join Notpla, right on the brink of a record-breaking year for revenue and on-track for major growth in the next 18-24 months. Bolstering confidence in our financial performance, we have just secured a Series A+ fundraise for £20million, enabling us to scale our growth and environmental impact faster than ever. The Category Owners report directly to the CEO’s & Co-Founders, whilst being heavily supported by our Head of Product Portfolio and our CRO. You will work closely with the Technical Category manager for the edible packaging category, working with them in a “co-founder” type capacity to drive the category’s vision-setting, strategy formulation, and category performance ownership Led by strong values, all Notpla employees are encouraged to take responsibility for their domain, giving a high level of autonomy. Our aim is to build an inspiring culture that's reflected in our working policies ,environment and employees. Besides offering exciting roles and a great working environment, Notpla provides competitive salaries, the potential for EMI Share Options, a zero-carbon pension scheme, discounts with local businesses, and subsidised social activities. Our office first hybrid working policy allows you to work in the manner that maximises your productivity, while still creating a vibrant and collegiate work environment.. We are a social business with regular clubs and events, and we are proud of how our diverse workplace has created a community that is all pushing towards the common goal of making plastic disappear. The role encompasses vision-setting, strategy formulation, and category performance ownership. The role of Edibles Category Owner represents a unique opportunity to lead and shape the category from its foundation, defining business opportunities and driving forward innovation within the edible packaging space. The Edibles Category Owner will act as a steward of cohesive growth and a champion of sustainability and customer experience within this pioneering category. We are looking for a Results driven, collaborative leader who is willing to take on full accountability for the category's success. You will have to be able to combine strategic vision, whilst focusing on measurable goals, using your leadership skills to foster teamwork and align a multifunctional group to achieve its goals. You will need to have prior experience in a Product Manager/Category Owner type role, preferably within the packaging, food or FMCG space. Alongside this you will need to have a demonstrable track record of delivering commercial success, owning the business development process from cradle to grave. You will also need to have strong financial acumen, owning the categories P+L and forecasting models. Alongside all of the above, your day to day responsibilities will include: Oversee the strategy for the entire Edibles product line, balancing short-term execution with long-term growth objectives. Develop and track category KPIs, focusing on measurable outcomes such as product adoption, customer satisfaction, and revenue growth. Identify new business opportunities within the Edibles category, targeting strategic markets and segments. Create and maintain a robust pipeline of leads, transforming prospects into recurring customers. Negotiate and secure long-term agreements with key accounts, ensuring sustained revenue growth and customer retention. Oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle for edible products, from development to launch, ensuring successful execution across all touchpoints, including marketing, pricing, distribution, and customer support. Work closely and collegially with a small but highly skilled team, including a technical project manager and a food scientist, fostering a spirit of collaboration. Collaborate with engineering, chemistry, design, commercial, and finance teams to achieve category goals. Develop and nurture strong relationships with key customers to better understand their needs and create customer-centric solutions. Partner with industry suppliers to ensure a reliable and innovative supply chain for the Edibles category. £45,000 - £60,000 + EMI Share Options

At Notpla we’re at the leading edge of sustainable innovation, creating natural alternatives to single-use plastic packaging that’s carefully engineered to create a healthier planet. Founded on the belief that nature knows best, we’re an innovative, ideas and action-oriented scale-up who develop and manufacture uncompromisingly natural packaging solutions from seaweed and plants. As a National or EU Account Manager (depending on background) you will be responsible for building Notpla’s revenue stream through foodservice sales, utilising a combination of existing partnerships and new relationships, to get Notpla’s plastic free packaging solutions into stadiums, restaurants, corporate canteens… everywhere! This is an exciting time to join Notpla, as we are right on the brink of a record-breaking year for revenue and on-track for major growth in the next 18-24 months. We launched our foodservice packaging into the market in 2023, sold 12 million items in 2024 and hope to double that in 2025. Bolstering confidence in our financial performance, we have just secured a Series A+ fundraise for £20million, enabling us to scale our growth and environmental impact faster than ever. Our Sales team sits within our revenue function, working closely with the marketing, business development and finance teams. Led by strong values, all Notpla employees are encouraged to take responsibility for their domain, giving a high level of autonomy. Our aim is to build an inspiring culture that's reflected in our working policies,environment and employees. Besides offering exciting roles and a great working environment, Notpla provides competitive salaries, the potential for EMI Share Options, a zero-carbon pension scheme, discounts with local businesses, and subsidised social activities. Our office first hybrid working policy allows you to work in the manner that maximises your productivity, while still creating a vibrant and collegiate work environment. We are a social business with regular clubs and events, and we are proud of how our diverse workplace has created a community that is all pushing towards the common goal of making plastic disappear. We are looking for someone with direct experience of packaging solutions into the food service industry. You will ideally come with the contacts and relationships required, to help us build further revenue and to expand our market share. The ability to speak multiple languages would be a big advantage. As well as the above, your day to day responsibilities will include: Working with national, regional and international distributors to drive demand for the Notpla product range. Sourcing new potential customers, and responding to incoming leads via the CRM or from the senior leadership team. Working with the design team to drive new SKU production by presenting customer feedback and expectations. Working with the Chief Revenue Officer to give feedback on pricing strategy and proposing commercial rebates or financial incentives as necessary. Creating new business for Notpla by utilising your industry contacts to open up new opportunities for our food service products. Tracking and reporting progress of potential clients on the CRM and in cross-functional team meetings. Develop and operating a comprehensive market map of the potential clients and partners for Notpla, to ensure we are maximising our business development opportunities. Negotiable