Matt Drelincourt

Locatation: Staffordshire
Overview:&nbsp;Are you looking to take the next step in your HR career? Do you thrive in a role where organisation, problem-solving, and people skills come together? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
&nbsp;
Role:
We&rsquo;re looking for a HR Support/Administrator to be a key player in the HR team for one of our key clients. This role will be supporting managers, employees, and business operations. In this role, you&rsquo;ll handle everything from managing HR systems and ensuring compliance to assisting with recruitment, employee relations, and onboarding.&nbsp;
This is more than just an admin role&mdash;it&rsquo;s an opportunity to make a real impact. You&rsquo;ll take ownership of key processes, support decision-making and help shape the employee experience.
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So, what can they offer you? &nbsp;
There are excellent development opportunities here, they&rsquo;ll have a detailed and structured development plan and opportunities to upskill yourself through training and qualifications.
They&rsquo;re looking to pay c&pound;30,000 with slight flex for someone exceptional.
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About you&hellip;
You will ideally have some food industry experience in a similar role to this one with a CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above) or working towards.
This is an extremely fast paced environment where you will need to hit the ground running. Experience working in this environment is essential.&nbsp;
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How to apply
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference MD/TNT/1149.
We&rsquo;re looking to speak to HR Administrators, HR Assistants, HR Coordinators within the Derby, Burton-Upon-Trent, Leicester areas. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

HR Administrator

Location: Lincolnshire Area
Overview: Are you looking to take the next step in your HR career? Do you thrive in a role where organisation, problem-solving, and people skills come together? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
What we&rsquo;re looking for:
We&rsquo;re looking for a strong Senior HR Advisor to be a key part in the HR team for one of our key clients. This role will be the key deputy for the HR Manager, leading the team and ensuring the seamless service is met on a day-to-day basis. &nbsp;
This is more than just a HR position&mdash;it&rsquo;s an opportunity to make a real impact. &nbsp;As HR Advisor, you&rsquo;ll take ownership of key processes, support decision-making and help shape the employee experience.
So, what can they offer you? &nbsp;
There are excellent development opportunities here, they&rsquo;ll have a detailed and structured development plan and opportunities to upskill yourself through training and qualifications.
They&rsquo;re looking to pay c&pound;33,000 with slight flex for someone exceptional.
About you&hellip;
As Senior HR Advisor, you will ideally have 5 years of food industry experience in a similar role to this one with a CIPD qualification (Level 5)
This is an extremely fast paced environment where you will need to get off to start this role with impact. Experience working in this environment is essential.&nbsp;
How to apply:
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference MD/TNT/1353.
We&rsquo;re looking to speak to HR Advisors, HR Team Leaders, HR Supervisors and HR Coordinators within the Doncaster, Grimsby, Scunthorpe, and Barton-upon-Humber areas.
 True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Senior HR Advisor

Location:&nbsp;Shropshire Area
Overview: Are you looking to take the next step in your HR career? Do you thrive in a role where organisation, problem-solving, and people skills come together? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
What are we looking for?
We&rsquo;re looking for a HR Support/HR Administrator to be a key player in the HR team for one of our key clients. This role will be supporting managers, employees, and business operations. In this role, you&rsquo;ll handle everything from managing HR systems and ensuring compliance to assisting with recruitment, employee relations, and onboarding.
This is more than just an admin role&mdash;it&rsquo;s an opportunity for the HR Administrator to make a real impact. You&rsquo;ll take ownership of key processes, support decision-making and help shape the employee experience.
So, what can they offer you? &nbsp;
There are excellent development opportunities here, they&rsquo;ll have a detailed and structured development plan and opportunities to upskill the HR Administrator through training and qualifications.
They&rsquo;re looking to pay c&pound;30,000 with slight flex for someone exceptional.
About you&hellip;
You will ideally have at least 1 to 2 years food industry experience in a similar role with a CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above) or working towards.
This is an extremely fast paced environment where you will be expected to jump straight into action.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
How to apply
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference MD/TNT/1150.
We&rsquo;re looking to speak to HR Administrators, HR Assistants, HR Coordinators within the Shrewsbury, Telford, Birmingham, Stafford and Wolverhampton areas.
 True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: Manchester
Overview:&nbsp; We are a specialist Food &amp; Drink manufacturing recruitment business, based in the heart of Manchester. Whilst we have excitingly met our current growth plans, as we approach our two years in business later this year, we will be looking to make further hires.
Therefore, if you are a talented, ambitious salesperson or an experienced and driven recruitment professional, we would still love to hear from you! We love what we do, and we will be looking for like-minded people to join us. So, if you have high energy, charisma, an interest in food and drink and a drive to succeed, you&rsquo;ll fit right in.&nbsp;
The Candidate:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience within a business-to-business or business-to-consumer sales environment or selling a service provision
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Previous recruitment experience would be an advantage but not essential
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience of setting and achieving goals within a working environment
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Highly organised with strong planning skills
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Confident telephone manner
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Excellent attention to detail
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Possess a good standard of education
The Role:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Business development activity (including calling prospective clients to identify new business opportunities)
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Managing and developing existing client relationships
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Researching and gaining knowledge on our sector and industry
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Attending client meetings with experienced consultants
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sourcing and speaking to candidates
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Writing job advertisements for vacancies
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Short-listing and interviewing candidates
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Client service reviews
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reporting figures and working towards exceeding targets/KPI
The Culture:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Success deserves freedom. Grown-up environment where people are trusted
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Flexible start times
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Monthly breakfast club, and lunch clubs for high achievers
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Company quarterly incentives such as weekends away, races etc
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Extra day holiday for volunteering, alongside charity days business wide
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Increasing holiday allowance with length of service
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Access to exclusive discounts and rewards with over 30,000 brands
&nbsp;
Your Career:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Structured career path and clearly defined progression opportunities
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Internal and external training from highly experienced consultants and trainers
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Transparent bonus structure with kickers and super kickers
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Best in class recruitment technology
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Opportunity to develop your career as TNT expands
&nbsp;
To register your interest, please send a copy of your CV quoting ref FM/TNT/RC to <a style="color: #ecf0f1;" href="mailto:fiona@truenorthtalent.co.uk">fiona@truenorthtalent.co.uk</a> or call Fiona on 0161 399 1575 for a confidential discussion.
We will be keen to hear from talented Recruitment Professionals, Recruitment Advisors, Recruitment Consultants, Trainee Recruitment Consultants, Recruitment Advisors, Recruitment Coordinators, B2B Sales, B2C Sales, Field Sales Executives, Business to Business Sales, TeleSales or Tele-Sales professionals who love within Rochdale, Oldham, Bolton, Salford, Bury or Greater Manchester.
True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Recruitment Advisor/Recruitment Consultant/Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Location: Powys, Wales
Overview: A&nbsp;dynamic&nbsp;and growing food manufacturer is&nbsp;looking&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;skilled&nbsp;Technical Manager to lead and develop their technical&nbsp;department.&nbsp;With&nbsp;a commitment to producing&nbsp;high-quality products&nbsp;for&nbsp;leading UK retailers and the food service&nbsp;sector, this business&nbsp;is&nbsp;motivated&nbsp;by&nbsp;a desire for&nbsp;excellence&nbsp;and&nbsp;enjoys&nbsp;a BRC AA+ rating and a&nbsp;history&nbsp;of&nbsp;proven&nbsp;compliance. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned Technical Manager who thrives in a hands-on role, ensuring the highest standards are maintained across the site.
 What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing:
Overseeing all technical and quality functions on-site, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and retailer requirements.
Leading and mentoring a small but dedicated team, maintaining a culture of continuous improvement.
Managing audits and inspections, taking ownership of BRC, customer, and internal compliance processes.
Acting as a key liaison for customer technical teams, representing the business with confidence and expertise.
The Technical Manager will report to the Managing Director, providing updates on site performance, risks, and improvements.
Driving best practices in food safety and quality, making sure standards are upheld at every stage of production.
What We&rsquo;re Looking For:
Proven experience as a Technical Manager within a food manufacturing environment.
Extensive&nbsp;knowledge of HACCP, Food Safety (Level 3), and BRC Version 9.
Desirable to have completed&nbsp;Lead Auditor qualification (or&nbsp;similar).
Experience&nbsp;of&nbsp;chilled or ambient food production.
Hands-on,&nbsp;action-packed&nbsp;working&nbsp;style&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;good&nbsp;in a fast-paced,&nbsp;dynamic&nbsp;environment.
Why Join?
Join&nbsp;a growing,&nbsp;established company with&nbsp;a&nbsp;solid&nbsp;reputation.
Work in&nbsp;an&nbsp;open,&nbsp;friendly&nbsp;team, where your&nbsp;skills&nbsp;will&nbsp;really&nbsp;make&nbsp;a&nbsp;difference.
Competitive salary and 25 days holiday, plus standard company pension.
&nbsp;
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference AHC/TNT/1359. We are interested in hearing from Technical Managers who live within Merthyr Tydfil, Abergavenny, Newport, Swansea or Hereford. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Technical Manager

Location: Northeast Lincolnshire&nbsp;
Overview: We&rsquo;re looking for a Technical Manager to join a well-established food manufacturer who supply award winning chilled products to the UK retailer and food service market.
From a technical point of view, they&rsquo;re in a strong place with a BRC AA+ and no current gaps in the team.&nbsp;
The role would suit a tried-and-tested Technical Manager as opposed to someone stepping up.&nbsp;
 Role Responsibilities: Reporting directly into the Head of Technical, you&rsquo;ll be tasked with: &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Managing the day-to-day activities of the technical team on site, you&rsquo;ll have one direct report and coach a small team of QAs. &nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ensuring the HACCP system is adhered to and managing site audit schedules to ensure compliance. &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;You&rsquo;ll be factory focussed, responsible for all the audits. &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;From time to time, you&rsquo;ll find yourself customer facing with the major retailers.&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Proactively communicating information to the Directors on technical performance. &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;You&rsquo;ll act as a point of contact between the factory technical team and the wider technical team.
 Candidate &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;You will need to have a chilled food background to succeed in this role.&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Previous experience as a Technical Manager within food manufacturing is essential, this wouldn&rsquo;t suit someone stepping up. &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 3.&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;A working knowledge of BRC V9.&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;The ability to take ownership of a technical function. &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lead auditor or equivalent qualification.&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;You will need to be comfortable with ambiguity and getting stuck in, no two days are the same in this business
Company:
&bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Hugely successful global business with a rich history and plenty of awards for their products to boast about!&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;You&rsquo;ll be working with some of the brightest minds in the industry. &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Standard company pension, 25 days holiday.
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference HM/TNT/1387
True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
 Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.&nbsp;

Technical Manager 

Location: Oxfordshire
Overview: This role is not for the faint hearted. Our client is a successful food manufacturer and have an appetite to keep growing. They work with multiple retailers and continue to grow through new products and listings.
Role/Responsibilities:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As Maintenance Manager, you will manage a team of 4 direct reports, and they will each be over a team of 6.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You will coach, mentor and develop all levels in their teams and be their go to person in times they need to help and support.&nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You won&rsquo;t succeed in this position if you don&rsquo;t have a food manufacturing background as you need to understand and be flexible with budgets as they are tight.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You will be a good hands-on engineer (preferably time served electrical bias)
The Opportunity:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; This is your chance to be part of a wider network of food manufacturing businesses that operate within the same product category as they catapult their sales forward.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As Maintenance Manager, you&rsquo;ll report into the Engineering Manager, who has a brilliant background working with some of the biggest brands within the industry.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Alongside the Engineering Manager and the wider team, you&rsquo;ll be managing business costs, delivering strategic projects and increasing OEE.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; This role would suit a Maintenance Manager who is comfortable with ambiguity as no two days look the same in this business.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You will need to have previous examples where you have delivered proactive change within a food manufacturing environment. You will also need to be able to demonstrate your management style and have credibility to work with a skilled team
What can they offer you? 
This is a great opportunity to work for a business where the MD is as passionate bout it as the operators on the line. They have several staff members who have been here 30+ years. To me that shows they are someone people enjoying working for.
Salary on offer for this position is c&pound;70,000 + benefits
There are genuine opportunities for you to work up in the business and progress your career. &nbsp;
We&rsquo;re looking to speak to Maintenance Managers, Assistant Engineering Managers, Engineering Team Leaders, Engineering Managers etc within the Oxfordshire, Northampton, Coventry and Oxford.
How to apply
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/1376
 True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Maintenance Manager

Location: South Yorkshire
Overview: This is a brand-new role in the business, and it is a very exciting time to join a great business who are going from strength to strength.
Role/Responsibilities:
In this Technical Services Manager role, you&rsquo;ll be coaching and developing teams across all disciplines to ensure they all promote a food safety and quality culture. Lead the development and maintenance of the internal audit programme. Maintaining reports on customer complaints, quality performance and internal audits. Supporting cross functional teams on internal and external audits.
Experience Required:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Degree in Food Science (preferred) with experience in technical services in a fast-paced food environment.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Lead Auditor/Internal Auditing experience.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality assurance standards.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organised, with the ability to balance day-to-day needs with long-term objectives.
&nbsp;
Company Overview:
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward thinking, proactive and innovative company with recent investment which has resulted in strong and stable growth. This company have a collaborative culture and a focus on progression and development for every level of the business.
&nbsp;
We are seeking applications from talented Technical Service Managers, Compliance Managers and Quality Assurance Managers who live within Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Rotherham and Sheffield
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting reference CH/TNT/1345 to carole@truenorthtalent.co.uk or phone 0161 399 1575 for a confidential discussion.
True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Technical Services Manager

Location: Greater Manchester&nbsp;
Overview: We&rsquo;re looking for a Development Chef to join an incredibly successful food and drinks manufacturing business based in Manchester.
They&rsquo;re in a huge growth phase which has allowed them to diversify their product portfolio and expand their customer base.
Meaning, they now need to strengthen their innovation and culinary teams.
&nbsp;
The Candidate:
This role would suit a genuine foodie that enjoys creating a range of cuisines and preferably has a Food Science or similar degree.
You will need to have been a Development Chef within a large-scale manufacturing environment to succeed in this role.
&nbsp;
The Opportunity:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You&rsquo;ll be customer facing with some of the best brands in the industry.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; We need you to be confident because as the Development Chef you&rsquo;ll be responsible for presenting to stakeholders and ensuring you have their buy in.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As a Development Chef you&rsquo;ll work closely with an NPD Technologist focusing on one specific account, there&rsquo;ll be a lot of blue sky thinking involved.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; They will measure your success through a series of SMART objectives created within your first week with the NPD Manager.
&nbsp;
So, what can they offer you?
There are lots of career opportunities for you here, they&rsquo;re investing a lot in their future which will help to accelerate yours!&nbsp;
They&rsquo;re not afraid to put you through courses to gain qualifications.
They&rsquo;re looking to pay c&pound;35k - &pound;45k depending on the experience, 25 days holiday, pension contribution and various other business benefits.
&nbsp;
How to apply?&nbsp;
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting referenc True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Development Chef

Location: West Sussex
Overview:&nbsp;We&rsquo;re looking for a Technical Manager to join a well-established food manufacturer who are incredibly busy and projected to double their turnover in five years!
From a technical point of view, they&rsquo;re in a strong place with a BRC AA+ and no current gaps in the team. But with all the growth coming their way they need to ensure food safety remains a priority.
The role would suit a tried-and-tested Technical Manager as opposed to someone stepping up.
&nbsp;
Role Responsibilities:
Reporting directly into the Managing Director, you&rsquo;ll be tasked with:
<ul type="disc">
<li>Managing the day-to-day activities of the technical team on site, it&rsquo;s a small team so you&rsquo;ll be the face for Technical.</li>
<li>Ensuring the HACCP system is adhered to and managing site audit schedules to ensure compliance.</li>
<li>As a customer facing Technical Manager, you&rsquo;ll be liaising with food service customers on quality issues and when necessary co-ordinating customer visits / audits.</li>
<li>Proactively communicating information to the Directors on technical performance.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Candidate:
<ul type="disc">
<li>You will need to have a chilled food background to succeed in this role.</li>
<li>Previous experience as a Technical Manager within food manufacturing.</li>
<li>HACCP Level 4 and Food Safety Level 4 preferred but not essential.</li>
<li>A working knowledge of BRC V9.</li>
<li>The ability to take ownership of a technical function.</li>
<li>This is a challenging role due to just how busy the site is.</li>
<li>You will need to be comfortable with ambiguity and getting stuck in, no two days are the same in this business.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Company:&nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hugely successful family run business with a rich history and plenty of awards for their products to boast about!
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As the Technical Manager you&rsquo;ll be part of the senior leadership team on site.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; They will allow you flexibility on hours to assist with a healthy work life balance. Don&rsquo;t get me wrong if you&rsquo;ve got a heavy audit week, you&rsquo;re expected to be present, but you&rsquo;ll get those hours back.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Standard company pension, 25 days holiday.
&nbsp;
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference HM/TNT/1308 True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: West Sussex &nbsp;
Overview: We&rsquo;re looking for a Production Manager to join a well-established food manufacturer who are incredibly busy and projected to double their turnover in the next five years!
You will need to be quite a hands-on Production Manager; this isn&rsquo;t a desk-based role this is very much on the factory floor with the team. &nbsp;
You&rsquo;ll essentially be the soundboard between the team and the Directors.
&nbsp;
The Candidate:&nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Proven Leadership skills in a Food Manufacturing environment, preferably protein and/or chilled food. &nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Dynamic approach to your work, not a sit back approach. &nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Track record of delivering strategic projects and managing costs effectively.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Effective communicator with all stakeholders, both internally and externally.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to deal with complexity and change, prioritise effectively, and deliver within short timescales.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Analytical mindset.
&nbsp;
The Role:&nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As the Production Manager you&rsquo;ll have the support of the Operations Manager and Factory Manager.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You&rsquo;ll set targets and KPIs.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Report to the Operations Director.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You will develop and maintain a continuous improvement culture.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; They&rsquo;ve just won a major new contract, you&rsquo;ll be helping to ensure they can fulfil orders.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Set performance goals, conduct performance evaluations, and provide feedback to enhance employee productivity.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Simply put, it&rsquo;s all about driving the business forward.
&nbsp;
Company:&nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hugely successful family run business with a rich history and plenty of awards for their products to boast about!
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; They&rsquo;re not looking for someone to stay a year or two, they&rsquo;re looking for someone long term to join them on their next phase of growth.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Standard company pension, 25 days holiday.
&nbsp;
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference HM/TNT/1312
 True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Senior Production Manager

Location: Greater Manchester
Overview: This is a brand-new role for the business, created to support their next phase of growth. This would suit a sales manager or business development manager who can win new business quickly and can deliver a strong 5-year sales strategy.
You&rsquo;ll be working with some really cool brands across the food industry!
&nbsp;
The Candidate:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Proven background selling into food service / retailers / B2B across the UK.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You must have the right to work in the UK to apply.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Understanding the technical requirements within food manufacturing, whether this be from a food science or culinary point of view its hugely advantageous.&nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; This would suit someone with a senior sales background from a big hitter that supplies meals to the UK retailer market and can bring on board industry contacts.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Candidate must be able to give strong examples of listings won and YOY growth.
&nbsp;
The Role:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Increasing volume, market share and profitability of the business.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Successfully winning new business.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Proactively manage Key Accounts, including client visits, gap identification, identifying product issues the customer is having.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Management of all development projects inclusive of project pipeline to support new business in line with customer requirements and development brief guidelines.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Develop consumer marketing plans for the products in line with the business&rsquo;s overall strategy.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Leading customer presentations for the business in conjunction with Culinary and NPD.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ensure any/all ambassadors remain completely focussed and committed to the growth of the products.
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The Company:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Growing at an unstoppable pace, they&rsquo;ve invested significantly in their kitchens to support their growth. &nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hugely successful in their field with some very big names on their books.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sales incentive plan, travel expenses covered, laptop &amp; phone provided.
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If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference HM/TNT/1324 True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
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Sales Manager

Location:&nbsp;Greater Manchester
Overview:&nbsp;An established and forward-thinking food manufacturing business based in Greater Manchester is looking for a proactive Shift Manager to support the production team as the site continues to grow.
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The Opportunity:
This is your chance to be a part of a successful company and work with a great supportive team. The site is well invested, with a strong SLT and an environment for development and progression.
They are looking for a Shift Manager who is numerate, with a hands-on and people- focussed approach, to help them to deliver successful KPIs and ensure the site continues to deliver high quality products.
The position is 12hr shifts over 7 days including days and nights. 
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The Candidate:
This will suit a Shift Team Leader who has done an apprenticeship or a graduate scheme, ideally in manufacturing. &nbsp;Someone who does what they say they will do and who can really add value to their department.
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So, what can they offer you?&nbsp;
A busy and exciting working environment you can absolutely flourish in. The business is well established and, so can offer clear career development and the opportunity to be involved in an exciting business. The salary is c&pound;50,000 plus benefits.
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How to apply?
If you&rsquo;re looking for a new challenge as a Shift Manager in 2025 and you live within Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Manchester, or Trafford Park region, then don&rsquo;t hesitate to apply. We welcome applications from experienced Shift Managers, Operations Supervisors, Shift Team Leaders or Shift Supervisors.
You can submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/1296
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Shift Manager

Location: Greater Manchester
Overview: This is a food manufacturing business where no two days are the same. A place where your leadership transforms challenges into opportunities, and your expertise drives a high-performing team towards engineering excellence. Sound like your kind of challenge?
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The Opportunity&nbsp;
We're looking for a proactive and skilled Engineering Team Leader to oversee our clients maintenance team, ensuring seamless operations across safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
In this role as Lead Engineer, you'll take ownership of projects, respond swiftly to challenges, and drive efficiency to minimize downtime. More than just solving problems, you'll focus on preventing them&mdash;leading a team that excels under pressure and continuously improves the way they work.
You must be prepared to work different shifts and weekends for this role. 
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So, what can they offer you? &nbsp;
There are excellent development opportunities here for the Engineering Team Leader; they&rsquo;ll have a detailed and structured development plan and opportunities to upskill yourself through training and qualifications.
On top of your salary there is a bonus based on performance and a profit sharing bonus annually. Additionally, you have the choice of being paid for being on called or you can happily take the time back in lieu.
They&rsquo;re looking to pay c&pound;45,000 with slight flex for someone exceptional. &nbsp;
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About you&hellip;
You will ideally have solid food industry experience in a similar role to this one, with an appropriate engineering qualification. Continuous improvement is an important factor to this role so experience in the use of CI techniques/Lean/6 Sigma is required. It is crucial that you also have knowledge of water treatment and BRC standards and compliance.
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How to apply
If you're interested in this Lead Engineer opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference MD/TNT/1238.
We&rsquo;re looking to speak to Lead Engineers, Senior Engineers, Maintenance Engineers etc. within the Manchester, Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Stoke-on-Trent areas.
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Engineering Team Leader

Location: &nbsp;Staffordshire/Gloucestershire with hybrid working
Overview: As a member of a talented global quality team, you be the lead for all allergen related research and drive growth in this field of expertise.
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The Opportunity:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Technical Lead will maintain and extend a high level of awareness of current food legislation, related issues.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Management of and liaison with clients in the area of food allergens, including answering technical inquiries from clients and colleagues, interpretation of testing results where required, and the provision of consultancy, information, training, and advice.&nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Maintain up-to-date knowledge of scientific and technical issues concerning food allergens and their application for operational support in food production businesses.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Actively contributing and supporting the Safety and Quality Team Lead in the development of the team within the allergens field.
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Qualifications and Experience:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Graduate level qualification(s) in science, law or related subjects
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As Quality Lead, at least 3 to 5 years&rsquo; experience of food allergen management and its role in the wider context of food production (such as alignment with HACCP), and the theory and practice of testing.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Acknowledged expertise in the field of food allergen testing, evidenced through production of publications, contribution to training and/or involvement in relevant research.&nbsp; Good understanding of the food industry.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Customer service-oriented and committed to providing an outstanding level of service to all.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Highly organised and process driven Technical Lead, ability to multi-task, time management and prioritisation skills.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A friendly, can-do, flexible and enthusiastic attitude with a strong desire to make the role and the business succeed.
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Benefits: 
Excellent salary dependent on experience &pound;50k - &pound;60K
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<li><a name="x_m_-230486845682582354_m_79460556656422"></a>25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays</li>
<li>Worksave pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%</li>
<li>Culture focused on work/life balance</li>
<li>We offer continued professional development (support for future qualifications- Degree apprenticeships, MSc, PhD etc)</li>
<li>Buy &amp; Sell 5 days holiday</li>
<li>Rewards platform- 100s of retail discounts, gym membership discounts etc</li>
</ul>
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We&rsquo;re open to hearing from Technical Managers, Technical Account Managers, Quality Leads, Food Safety Specialists, Supplier Technical Managers from areas such as Gloucester, Cheltenham, Chipping Norton, Evesham, Worcester, Stratford, Oxford or Warwick.
You can submit your CV quoting reference ES/TNT/1234
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Technical Lead

Location: Lancashire/Preston/Chorley/Blackburn
Overview: This food manufacturing business is a major player in their field and very successful in what they do.
Working with the operations team you will have experience within a training role in either food or FMCG manufacturing.
You will have a strong knowledge of food safety, health &amp; safety and quality and be able to demonstrate you have delivered workplace assessments and given observational feedback. &nbsp;
Communication is key in this role as you will be working with people on the shop floor up to a senior level.
The Opportunity:
This is your chance as Training Manager to be part of a food manufacturing business who are a major player in their sector and who supply the major retailers with their products.
As Training Manager, you will work closely with all departments to design and implement training programmes. Looking forward at building a training strategy across the site.
Within this role you will build a culture of continuous learning and ensure all employees are trained to operate to the standards required.
What can they offer you? &nbsp;
There are excellent opportunities for people within the business as the company like to promote internally when they can.
As a business they can boast a low staff turnover as it really is a nice place to work.
They&rsquo;re looking to pay c&pound;50,000 for the role.
How to apply
If you're interested in this Training and Implementation Manager opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/1252
We&rsquo;re looking to speak to Training Managers, Training and Development Coordinators, Skills Development Manager etc within Preston, Blackburn, Chorley &amp; Blackburn True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
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Training Manager

Location: Lancashire
Overview: This is a brand-new position within the business and has been created to strengthen the commercial department. This is a great opportunity with a growing food manufacturer where you can really make a name for yourself.
This Business Development Manager position is not your typical business development role as they already work with most retailers. You will be expanding these account &amp; building relationships as you go. It would be really beneficial if you understand NPD and know what doesn&rsquo;t work with products in the factory.
The Opportunity. 
As Business Development Manager, you will work closely with the Senior team in expanding their range of products within all the major retailers and discounters.
The role is working on branded and own label products of which both will have a different route to market.
Building on the already strong relationships they have with their customers to win their trust and build on the range they already have of theirs in stores.
Ideally, you&rsquo;ll have a relevant degree in food science or nutrition. Alongside this, you&rsquo;ll understand the NPD process and be able to discuss this with clients.
What can they offer you?
The business is going through a massive amount of positive change, they&rsquo;re expanding and growing in all departments. There is no red tape here so as Business Development Manager, you can make decisions and use your creative flare.
What this means for you, is that there is a lot of scope for you to grow the remit of your role.
The base salary is &pound;50,000k - &pound;60,000 depending on experience, this comes with a company car/allowance.
How to apply?
We&rsquo;re open to hearing from Business Development Managers, Account Development Manager, Business Development Executive and Category Managers from areas such as Preston, Blackburn, Bolton, Manchester etc.
You can submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/1182
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Business Development Manager

Location: Shepton Mallet
Overview: This is a brand-new role with a business who has huge growth plans. A chance to lead a fast-paced site with significant investment behind them.
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The Opportunity:
Working closely with the MD, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of this fast-paced site.
Having successfully grown this business from the ground up, the MD needs to free up some time to manage the increasing commercial growth of the business, so this is a newly created role, with endless progression on offer.
If you have extensive experience in a senior operations role in the food manufacturing industry and the drive to take an already successful site to the next level &ndash; keep reading.
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What&rsquo;s on offer?
Autonomy. For the right person, this is a chance to make real change. Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, implement lean strategies and increase efficiencies across site.
Growth. With plans to triple turnover in the next 5 years, the opportunities are endless.
Job Satisfaction. This business hold sustainability and longevity at their core.
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How to apply
We are seeking applications from talented Operations Managers, Site Managers, Factory Managers etc who live within Bristol, Yeovil, Frome, Wells, Glastonbury, Bath etc.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference AHC/TNT/1124 True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

Factory Manager

Location: Greater Manchester / Oldham / Trafford Park / Ashton-under-Lyne
Overview: This food manufacturing business has outstanding processes and procedures in place and a customer service level to be extremely proud of. That said they can do better, and this is where this role comes in.
The Senior Team on site are in touch with everything that happens in the factory and are well thought of by the shop floor staff.
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Requirements:
As Technical Manager, you will need to have Technical Management or QA Management experience within a food manufacturing background to be successful. &nbsp;This will probably be working in a technical or quality role who can demonstrate strong leadership skills along with compliance of the factory; compliance experience is therefore also required.&nbsp;
This isn&rsquo;t a role for someone who wants to be office based as most of the time you will be in the factory working with the teams ensuring the site is compliant. You will be strong willed and understand the detail.
This is a day-based role but with flexibility as food manufacturing is not a 9 to 5 role Monday to Friday
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The Opportunity:
This is your chance to be a Technical Manager of a food manufacturing business who are a major player in their sector and who supply the major retailers with their products.
Your time will be spent in the factory supporting all departments ensuring that the factory is compliant in all they do.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Your success will be measured on results and that could be improving customer service, improving ways of working that gets better results and the team become more aware of compliance and starting to make improvements that they have seen for themselves.
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So, what can they offer you? &nbsp;
There are excellent opportunities for people within the business as the company like to promote internally when they can.
As a business they can boast a low staff turnover as it really is a nice place to work.
They&rsquo;re looking to pay c&pound;50,000 with slight flex for some exceptional. &nbsp;
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How to apply
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/1172
We&rsquo;re looking to speak to Technical Managers, Manufacturing Technical Managers, Compliance Managers, Compliance Officer, Compliance Specialist etc within Greater Manchester, Trafford Park, Oldham, Ashton-under-Lyne&nbsp; True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
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Location: Northwest England / Chester / Warrington / Ellesmere Port
Overview: This food manufacturing business has had recent investment in the site, and more is planned.
The Senior Team on site are in touch with everything that happens in the factory and are well thought of by the shop floor staff.
Not all manufacturing is going to be relevant experience.
You will need to have a food and/or FMCG Manufacturing background to be successful. &nbsp;
The shift pattern is a mix of days and nights 12-hour shifts so you must consider if you will work these before applying.
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The Opportunity&nbsp;
This is your chance to be part of a food manufacturing business who are a major player in their sector and who supply the major retailers with their products.
Your time will be spent managing the Team Leaders who report to you who will in turn manage the operators below them. They have really good people in the business and want a Shift Manager to ensure they get the best out of them.
Your success will be measured on results so that may be reducing waste, improving efficiency or you may turn round a poor performing shift to make them the best.
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So, what can they offer you? &nbsp;
There are excellent opportunities for people within the business as the company like to promote internally when they can.
They&rsquo;re a business that can boast multiple awards from product innovation.
They&rsquo;re looking to pay c&pound;50,000 with slight flex for some exceptional. &nbsp;
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How to apply
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/901
We&rsquo;re looking to speak to Shift Managers, Front Line Managers, Team Managers, Production Managers etc within the North Wales, Wirral, Warrington and Runcorn borders. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
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Location: Cambridgeshire
Overview: If you are looking for a hands-on role in an exciting and fast-paced environment, this one is for you.
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The Opportunity:
As part of a team of QA Technologists, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of all products coming out of this factory.
Working to customer and industry regulations, you&rsquo;ll be carrying out quality checks and audits to ensure manufacturing best practice is consistent across production.
If you have at least a year&rsquo;s experience working in quality in a food manufacturing environment, this is not one to miss.
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What&rsquo;s on offer?
This is a chance to join a company with endless progression and development &ndash; these guys aren&rsquo;t slowing down anytime soon.
A tight-knit team with proactive management, a salary of &pound;30-35k (DOE) and the opportunity to do all this on a Monday &ndash; Friday shift, if this sounds exciting, I&rsquo;d love to chat&hellip;
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How to apply
We are seeking applications from talented Quality Technologists, Quality Auditors etc. who live within Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, Spalding, Corby, Northampton, Peterborough, Huntingdon etc.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference AHC/TNT/1158 True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
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QA Technologist

Location:Southwest England / Gloucestershire / Bath / Bristol&nbsp;
Overview: This food manufacturing business have had sign off on significant funding to expand their factories.&nbsp;
So, this is not one of those instances where a business promises proactive change but don&rsquo;t back it up financially.&nbsp;
As the Project Engineer you will be supporting the Project Engineering Manager to deliver key improvements to equipment and overall operations.
Not all manufacturing is going to be relevant experience.
You will need to have a food and/or FMCG Manufacturing background to be successful. &nbsp;
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The Opportunity 
This is your chance to be part of a massive expansion for one of the most successful food manufacturing businesses in the UK and Ireland.
You&rsquo;ll spend the most of your time leading on CAPEX projects, with responsibility for your own portfolio of projects like line installations, building alterations and maintenance.
Your success with be measured by ensuring you have all stakeholders bought in to the delivery of your projects, projects are delivered on time and in within budget.
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So, what can they offer you? &nbsp;
There are excellent development opportunities here, they&rsquo;ll gladly put you through courses and coach you into a leader for the future.
They&rsquo;re a business that can boast multiple awards from product innovation to sustainable factories and farms.
They&rsquo;re looking to pay c&pound;60,000 with slight flex for some exceptional. &nbsp;
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How to apply
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference HM/TNT/1152
We&rsquo;re looking to speak to Engineering Project Managers, Engineering Managers, Maintenance Managers, PMO Leads, Senior Project Engineers etc within the Bristol, Somerset, Gloucestershire borders. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
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Project Engineer

Location:&nbsp;Cambridgeshire
Overview: This is a chance to join a business at the early stages of an incredibly exciting period of change and transformation.
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The Opportunity:
Working as part of the quality team, you will be managing all quality and food safety documentation and liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with certifications and customer standards.
Managing the internal audit schedule, sanitation procedures and product specifications, no day will be the same.
If you have experience working with quality documentation and systems within the food manufacturing industry, this is an opportunity to join a supportive team with endless training and development and progress with them as the go from strength to strength.
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So, what can they offer you?&nbsp;
This business is incredibly well established, with a solid customer base and with so much going on, you will never be short of projects to get involved with!
The salary on offer is between &pound;30-35k (DOE) and work-life-balance won&rsquo;t be a concern, with this role working on a Mon-Fri, days-based shift.
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How to Apply?
We are seeking applications from talented Quality Systems Technologists, Compliance Technologists etc. who live within Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, Spalding, Corby, Northampton, Peterborough, Huntingdon etc.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference AHC/TNT/1157 True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Quality Systems Technologist

Overview: This food manufacturing business have had sign off on significant funding to expand their factories.&nbsp;
So, this is not one of those instances where a business promises proactive change but don&rsquo;t back it up financially.&nbsp;
You&rsquo;ll need to have managed large scale CAPEX projects greater than &pound;1million from feasibility through to completion within a food manufacturing environment to be successful.
Not all manufacturing is going to be relevant experience. Ideally, we&rsquo;re looking for food or FMCG manufacturing.
The team are quite young in terms of their experience, so we do need to you to coach and inspire too.
The Opportunity 
This is your chance to be part of a massive expansion for one of the most successful food manufacturing businesses in the UK and Ireland.
As part of the senior leadership team on site, you&rsquo;ll be collaborating closely with the other functions.
Your success with be measured by ensuring you have all stakeholders bought in to the 5-year project pipeline you&rsquo;ll be tasked with creating and managing in line with the businesses needs.&nbsp;
The team is growing so you will be hiring additional project engineers.
So, what can they offer you? &nbsp;
Aside from working in a beautiful part of the country you&rsquo;ll have the support of a business that puts people first.
They&rsquo;re a business that can boast multiple awards from product innovation to sustainable factories and farms.
They&rsquo;re looking to pay c&pound;70,000 - &pound;80,000 with a fully expensed company car and a lucrative bonus system that has paid out consistently.
How to apply?
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference HM/TNT/1151
We&rsquo;re looking to speak to Engineering Project Managers, Engineering Managers, Maintenance Managers, PMO Leads, Senior Project Engineers etc within the Bristol, Somerset, Gloucestershire borders. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only contact successful applicants.
For more information on True North Talent or to discuss how we can find talent for your business then please visit our website.&nbsp;

Engineering Project Manager 

Location: North West
Overview: Our client is leading food business. We are seeking a creative Development Chef to work on product ranges and renovate the range.
This is a critical, role within the business NPD team, to develop their products that meet the evolving needs of consumers in their category.
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The Candidate:
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<li>Educated to HNC/HND level</li>
<li>A Development Chef with experience working in food manufacturing.</li>
<li>Competitor awareness in NPD.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of large-scale food manufacturing processes</li>
<li>Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li>
<li>Proficient in cost management and production efficiency strategies</li>
<li>Strong communication and collaboration skills</li>
</ul>
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The Role:
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<li>Inspire development panels and facilitate taste and quality panels.</li>
<li>Lead seasonal trend workshops in line with the strategy.</li>
<li>You will be the voice of the customer during the product development process.</li>
<li>Be in line with NPD in terms of timelines to prioritise.</li>
<li>Provide feedback to buyers, technologists and suppliers.</li>
<li>Confidence dealing with colleagues/suppliers and having the ability to say no portray customer viewpoint when necessary</li>
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The Company:
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<li>Established business that are ga leader within their field.</li>
<li>Consistently investing in their innovation pipeline. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Company benefits and career progression as they grow.</li>
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If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/1156
We are seeking applications from Development Chefs, Innovation Chefs, Product Development Chefs, Menu Development Chefs, R&amp;D Chefs, Research and Development Chefs, Food Innovation Chefs who live within Chester, Birkenhead, Bromborough, Ellesmere Port, Runcorn, Warrington, Deeside and Wrexham.
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Location: Derbyshire
Overview: Are you ready to lead a team that&rsquo;s passionate about ensuring top-quality food products? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If you&rsquo;re an inspiring leader with a keen eye for detail and a love for all things food safety, this is the role for you!
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The Role:
In this Quality Assurance Manager role, you&rsquo;ll be the driving force behind our clients commitment to food safety, quality, and authenticity. You&rsquo;ll lead a dedicated team of quality professionals, working together to uphold the highest standards for products and processes. From mentoring your team to managing customer audits, you&rsquo;ll be at the heart of making sure my clients products exceed expectations every time.
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Experience Required:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Degree in Food Science (preferred) with experience at a mid/senior technical level in a fast-paced food environment.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Proven ability to lead and manage teams, delivering results on budget while driving continuous improvement.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong expertise in RTC/RTE manufacturing.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; In-depth knowledge of BRCGS standards, customer COPs, and UK retailer audits, with experience in RCA/CAPA processes.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Food Safety (Level 4), HACCP (Level 3), and Internal Auditing qualifications.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized, with the ability to balance day-to-day needs with long-term objectives.
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Company Overview:
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward thinking, proactive and innovative company with recent investment which has resulted in strong and stable growth. This company have a collaborative culture and a focus on progression and development for every level of the business.
We are seeking applications from talented Quality Assurance Managers, Compliance Managers and Quality Control Managers who live within Derby, Burton Upon Trent, Coalville and Lichfield.
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting reference MD/TNT/1104 to matt@truenorthtalent.co.uk or phone 0161 399 1575 for a confidential discussion.
True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
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Quality Assurance Manager 

Location: Cambridgeshire
Overview:&nbsp;An established and forward-thinking food manufacturing business based in Cambridgeshire is looking for a proactive shift manager to support the production team as the site continues to grow.
The Opportunity:
This is your chance to be a part of a successful company in the middle of an incredibly exciting growth period. The site is well invested, with a strong SLT and supportive environment for development and progression.
They need an established and proactive Shift Manager with a hands-on and people focussed approach to help them to deliver successful KPIs and ensure the site continues to deliver high quality products.
The position is a Monday to Friday role and the shifts will rotate each week between 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm and 10pm-6am.
This will suit someone from a fast paced, chilled food manufacturing background with experience managing large production teams, ideally in high care environments.
So, what can they offer you?&nbsp;
A busy and exciting working environment you can absolutely flourish in. The business is well established and have multiple projects on the go, so can offer clear career development and the opportunity to be involved in an exciting period of transformation. The base salary on offer for this role is c&pound;45-50k with shift allowance, pension, and other benefits.
How to apply?
If you&rsquo;re looking for a new challenge in 2025 and you live within Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Spalding, Corby, Peterborough, Wisbech or Cambridge, then don&rsquo;t hesitate to apply.
You can submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference AHC/TNT/1065
True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: Lancashire&nbsp;
Overview:&nbsp;Looking for a driven and experienced HSE Manager to join a market leading business with a prestigious reputation.
&nbsp;Candidate/Experience Required:
<ul type="disc">
<li>Working knowledge and experience of UK HSE within food or FMCG manufacturing.</li>
<li>Ideally you will have NEBOSH certificate or equivalent in occupational Health &amp; Safety.</li>
<li>Management systems experience and auditing &ndash; e.g. ISO14001, ISO45001</li>
<li>Experience leading internal audits and liaising with external regulatory bodies</li>
<li>Ability to communicate with stakeholders across all functions, at all levels of the business and within the local community</li>
</ul>
Role/Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Advising, guiding and coaching site management teams on all matters relating to environment, health &amp; safety.</li>
<li>Promoting the best health, safety, and environment culture.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Providing regular proactive communications to key stakeholders on SHE best practice and initiatives.</li>
<li>Supporting the investigation of accidents and incidents, and ensuring sustainable actions follow any identified corrective or preventative opportunities.</li>
</ul>
Company Overview:
<ul type="disc">
<li>A Global FMCG manufacturer who is a leader in their field.</li>
<li>Fantastic company who has a great reputation within their market</li>
</ul>
We are seeking applications from talented HSE Managers, Environmental Health &amp; Safety Managers, Environmental Officers, HSE Leads, Safety Managers or EHS Managers, who live within Burnley, Preston, Darwen, Haslingden, Accrington, Bolton, Rochdale, Nelson, Clitheroe, Whalley, Chorley, Haslingden, Lancashire and the North-West.
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How to Apply:
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re CH/TNT/1079 to carole@truenorthtalent.co.uk or phone 07899 686690 for a confidential discussion.
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True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.
For more information on True North Talent or to discuss how we can find talent for your business then please visit our website.

Health, Safety & Environmental Manager

Location: Staffordshire/East Midlands&nbsp;
Role Overview: As the Engineering Manager, you will be the driving force behind the maintenance and operational efficiency of our client's food manufacturing facility. You will manage a team of skilled engineers and collaborate closely with other departments to ensure seamless production processes, uphold quality standards, and optimize equipment performance
Key Responsibilities:
<ul type="disc">
<li>Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.</li>
<li>Oversee the maintenance and repair of production machinery, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and quality standards.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and execute maintenance schedules, prioritize projects, and manage resources effectively.</li>
<li>Drive initiatives to identify and implement process improvements, predictive maintenance strategies, and technology upgrades.</li>
<li>Manage the engineering budget, tracking expenditures and making recommendations for investments in equipment and resources.</li>
<li>Establish strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to source quality parts and services, negotiating favourable terms.</li>
<li>Act as a technical expert, providing guidance on complex engineering issues and participating in troubleshooting efforts.</li>
<li>Keep abreast of industry trends, new technologies, and best practices to continually enhance the manufacturing process.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications and Experience:
<ul type="disc">
<li>Proven experience in engineering management within the food manufacturing industry, with extensive leadership experience.</li>
<li>Strong technical background with expertise in maintenance and reliability practices.</li>
<li>Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a track record of fostering a collaborative and high-performing engineering team.</li>
<li>In-depth understanding of health and safety regulations, quality standards, and compliance requirements.</li>
<li>Proficiency in implementing maintenance strategies, including predictive and preventative maintenance.</li>
<li>Strong project management skills, capable of prioritizing tasks and delivering results within deadlines.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.</li>
</ul>
Benefits:
<ul type="disc">
<li>Competitive salary package, circa &pound;65,000 per annum.</li>
<li>Opportunity to lead and shape a skilled engineering team.</li>
<li>Chance to work with a market-leading food manufacturing business.</li>
<li>Supportive and collaborative work environment.</li>
</ul>
Application Process: If you are an accomplished Engineering Manager with a passion for operational excellence and a desire to contribute to the success of a prominent food manufacturing business, we invite you to apply. We are seeking applications from talented Engineering Managers, Maintenance Managers and Engineering Team Leaders who live within Tamworth, Loughborough, Derby, Ashbourne, Stafford, Matlock or Stoke.&nbsp;Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to Emma Symonds, quoting the reference ES/TNT/1071.
True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

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