Manufacturing and Production

FLT Reach and Combi truck driver

FLT Combi driver / Reach driver

Hours of Work to 6am – 2pm / 2pm – 10pm rotation.

LS9

£11.94

The role involves operating the FLT Reach and Combi Truck as well as support of logistic department and helping out in Manufacturing in one of modular customers. Full training is given, PPE required (safety helmet and googles supplied).

Daily tasks will involve:

  • Being well organised
  • Good experience on the Counterbalance and Reach
  • Receiving deliveries
  • Breaking down deliveries
  • Getting goods ready for dispatch
  • Keeping the warehouse clean and tidy

The ideal candidate will have the ability to work both in a team and independently.

There is parking available on site.

If this opportunity sounds like something you would like to pursue, please apply today!

Major Recruitment are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

INDDC

Shipping Manager

We are looking to help our client to recruit for experienced Shipping Manager to oversee their International and Domestic Shipping operations, ensuring that products are delivered on time and accurately. The position will also manage the Warehouse Team here in Wakefield.

Located just on the outskirts of the city centre, the site is easily commutable from surrounding towns and cities also via M1 and M62.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing shipments from overseas suppliers to the UK or Customer destination, and the daily activities of the warehouse ensuring that all processes run smoothly and efficiently. This role requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and productivity.

Job description for Shipping Manager

  • Manage all imports and exports using the existing set of freight forwarders or introduce your own forwarding suppliers into the business. Work with agents and suppliers on ex -factory dates and shipping methods. Collaborate with overseas shipping agents on consolidation, docking schedules and addressing any potential issues
  • Produce a delivery projections report advising the business with docking and delivery dates, distribute packing lists to the relevant Merchandisers.
  • Direct shipments from Far East suppliers to Customers will require a close working relationship with the Customer shipping departments supplying them with correct packing lists and telex release Bill of Ladings.
  • Produce Major Customer delivery reports and distribute to Management
  • Look after VAT and duty for import shipments and make sure that correct VAT and duty is paid. Correct all duty errors by arranging reimbursement with HMRC or apply for duty debit
  • Produce VAT-Duty report
  • Ensure that VAT is paid against fabric purchased via Bank Transfer from Head Office to enable import clearance.
  • Make sure that the Customs Declaration Service account is up-to-date and have sufficient funds to clear goods at port entry.
  • Ensure the business has all relevant HMRC authorisations to function effectively and efficiently.
  • Process all courier export and import shipments for departments within the company
  • Advise business with all matters concerning international trade law (put correct statements on the export invoices, issue appropriate certificates for overseas shipments, knowledge how to ship goods to various countries and arrange carnets)
  • Advise Purchasing Department promptly with shipping costs for various garments and countries. Advise business with the cost of sea and air freight and its fluctuation
  • Liaise with Customer Service and Sales reps regarding overseas orders and quote the freight rates for new customer orders. Make sure that Irish customers know to pay import duty for the goods waiting in Irish customs to prevent returns
  • Be responsible for providing all information during HMRC audits
  • Check and approve all forwarders invoices, overseas garment supplier invoices, overseas agent debit notes and forward them to the Accounts and Merchandising.
  • Deal with insurance and arrange insurance claims with both carriers and our company insurers

Warehouse Management

  • Supervise and coordinate warehouse staff, including training and performance management.
  • Implement and maintain efficient warehouse processes to optimise workflow and reduce costs.
  • Conduct regular audits of inventory and equipment to ensure accuracy and functionality.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the warehouse environment.
  • Develop strategies for continuous improvement in warehouse operations, including implementing best practices.
  • Prepare reports on warehouse performance metrics for senior management review.

Job description for UK Warehouse Distribution

  • Knowledge of UK parcel carriers and their portals
  • Setting up the distribution tariff for the company
  • Help warehouse staff to print daily Courier labels correctly and in a timely manner
  • Keep an eye on valid addresses from customer web orders during the despatch process and liaise with Customer Services if they are incorrect.
  • Advise warehouse staff which service to use for the different postcodes and/or the customers
  • Generate labels for the UK parcels requiring invoices (Channel Islands) and ensure that correct commodity codes/pricing is used
  • Gain knowledge of the warehouse IT system and troubleshooting errors with computer hardware (Printers, PC’s)
  • Ensure Warehouse supplies are monitored and maintained. Order despatch supplies with Purchasing and make sure there are enough labels/tags/bags and crates for the parcels
  • Manage and monitor the collections by the parcel carriers and resolve any issues. Ensure all parcels are ready for the parcel carriers to collect at the set time. Trouble shooting when parcel carrier performance is inadequate.
  • Help Customer services to track and trace parcels
  • Work with customers to resolve delivery issues
  • Work with both warehouse and customer services to provide correct despatch information. Being the point of contact between warehouse picking team and customer services to resolve queries.
  • Oversee customer exchanges and ensure replacements are sent to customers quickly
  • Transfer courier labels to courier portals each day to enable despatch
  • Manage Oneship and Shiptheory with our dedicated courier options. Training provided
  • Check invoices from UK parcel companies and approve to Accounts
  • Work with current pallet carriers and make bookings for the pallet collections. Negotiate improved carrier and pallet rates for the business.
  • Communication with Customer Services to understanding specific customer delivery requirements, eg. Vehicle access sizes and types (tail lift, pallet truck), Hi Vis safety clothing, driver ID.
  • Provide PODs to Customer Services for all UK deliveries if requested.
  • Understanding of the Trade Support Service (TSS) Government portal to help move goods to Northern Ireland and how to make customs supplementary declarations.

Skills and Knowledge

  • Previous experience in similar role/ logistics/shipping industry essential
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft office.
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines

What the client offer in return

  • Competitive salary £35k
  • 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Free onsite parking
  • 35% Staff discount
  • Half day Fridays
  • Company pension scheme

Please apply with CV

INDNS

Brake Press Operator

A rare opportunity is available to join our well established Client in East Kilbride as a Brake Press Operator, during an exciting period of growth. This is a great time to join them on a permanent basis

Hours of Work: Dayshift

Mon to Thurs: 0720 to 1620 and Friday 0720 to 1350

Pay Rate: Dependant on experience.

Duties Include

Set Up and Operate Press Brake Machine: Bend, form, punch, and cut metal according to production drawings and specifications.

Read and Interpret Blueprints: Follow job orders and technical drawings to ensure accurate production.

Quality Control: Inspect finished components to ensure they meet specifications and quality standards.

Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of the brake press machine to ensure optimal performance.

Adjust Machine Settings: Calibrate and adjust machine settings to control speed, material feed, and path of the cut.

Use Precision Measuring Tools: Employ tools such as calipers and protractors to confirm specifications and check the quality of finished pieces.

Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety guidelines and wear necessary protective gear.

Documentation: Maintain accurate records of production runs, machine maintenance, and any discrepancies.

Collaboration: Work closely with other team members to ensure smooth production processes and meet project deadlines

Personal Profile

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Brake Press Operator to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in metal fabrication and Brake Press operations, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality. You will be responsible for setting up and operating our press brake machines, ensuring precision and efficiency in every task.

Key Attributes:

Experienced: With a minimum of 1-3 years of hands-on experience in press brake operation, you are proficient in setting up, programming, and maintaining the machines.

Technically Skilled: You have a solid understanding of metal fabrication processes and are adept at reading and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints.

Detail-Oriented: Your meticulous nature ensures that all components meet the highest quality standards, and you are skilled in using precision measuring tools.

Problem Solver: You are capable of troubleshooting and resolving any issues that arise during machine operation, ensuring minimal downtime.

Safety-Conscious: You adhere strictly to health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.

Team Player: You work well within a team, collaborating effectively with colleagues to meet production goals and deadlines.

Proactive: You take initiative in performing routine maintenance and cleaning of the press brake machine, ensuring its optimal performance.

If you are a reliable and skilled Brake Press Operator looking for a new challenge in a reputable signage company, we would love to hear from you. Join our client and contribute to their commitment to excellence in every project.

Please apply now to register your interest.

INDAO

Production Operative- rotational shifts

ajor Recruitment are recruiting for Production Operatives (Rotating Shift Pattern) for our Client in Ashton in Makerfield (WN4).

This industry leader client is currently busier than ever before and can provide a number of fresh opportunities for permanent employment

Production Operative duties will include:

  • Packing Products;
  • Labelling;
  • Preparing Raw Materials;
  • Palletising;
  • Machine Operating (Training will be given).

In return we offer:

  • Guaranteed Permanent Full Time contracts available after trial period;
  • Regular overtime working opportunities available, Monday to Friday & Weekends, paid at premium rates;
  • Benefits Package for all candidates including Discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms & top UK Attractions;
  • Full Training;
  • Progression within the business.

Please send your CV immediately for consideration.

Rates of Pay / Shifts:

ALL ROLES WILL BECOME PERMANENT AFTER 12 WEEKS – Based on satisfactory timekeeping, attendance & performance.

DAYS – Rotating 0600-1400 & 1400-2200 (Monday to Friday) £11.44 per hour, Over 37.5 hours

Major Recruitment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

INDWM

Cut & Crease Operator

Cut & Crease Operator
Drighlington
Competitive pay: £32,500-£40,360 per year.
Hours: Monday-Friday, shifts rotate between 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm with overtime available

Join the Fold: Cut & Crease Operator Wanted!

Are you a die-cutting dynamo? Love the buzz of top-notch machinery? Step into a role where your skills and passion shine! We’re on the hunt for an experienced Cut & Crease Operator to run a brand-new Bobst die cutter in Drighlington, West Yorkshire.

What’s the Gig?

  • Master the art of readying and running die-cut jobs.
  • Monitor quality like a pro (because perfection is your thing!).
  • Keep the paperwork sharp and the machine sharper with maintenance checks.
  • Be a safety superstar while smashing through daily duties.

About You:

  • 2+ years of die-cutting experience? Tick!
  • Communication wizard with time management magic.
  • Motivated, reliable, and a team player who can also fly solo.
  • Health & Safety savvy and ready to bring your A-game every day.

Why Join?

  • Competitive pay: £32,500-£40,360 per year.
  • Full-time, permanent stability.
  • On-site parking and a Monday-Friday schedule with potential for overtime.

Shifts: Rotate between 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm.

Think you’re cut out for this? Hit apply now and let’s make magic happen!

HMIND

Print Operator

Are you an experienced Print Operator looking for a rewarding opportunity? Join our client’s prestigious manufacturing company, your expertise will be crucial in bringing the designs to life and meeting client demand.

Hours: Monday to Friday 0830 to 1700 (Overtime Available)

Salary: £29 – £32K per annum

The company was founded in the early 2000’s and has been growing ever since. They have expanded their facility in Coatbridge and added state of the art technology to their manufacturing set up… and are still growing, so this is a great time to become part of the team.

The role involves being responsible for the day to day running of the machinery and meeting the demands of the production schedule in a timely and efficient manner.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, and will need to have good physical strength and stamina, a strong work ethic, and be willing to assist other team members whenever necessary.

Duties Include:

Operate Printing Machines: Run flatbed printing machines and Mimaki large format printers. (Note: Two new state-of-the-art flatbed machines arriving this month; full training provided.)

Utilise Various Equipment: Use laminators, vinyl application tools, and other related equipment.

Graphic Design Software: Experience with Illustrator is advantageous for creating and editing designs with precision and creativity.

Quality Control: Ensure high-quality output by monitoring and adjusting printing processes as needed.

Inventory Management: Track and manage inventory of printing materials and supplies.

Collaboration: Work closely with the design, manufacturing, and installation teams to meet project requirements.

Documentation: Maintain accurate records of print jobs, equipment maintenance, and inventory levels.

Health and Safety: Adhere to health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.

If this could be what you are looking for, please apply and we can get in touch if your skills and experience matches what our client is looking for.

Person Profile

Technical Proficiency: Experience in operating flatbed printing machines, Mimaki large format printers, laminators, and vinyl application tools.

Graphic Design Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for creating and editing designs.

Attention to Detail: Strong focus on quality control to ensure high-quality output.

Organisational Skills: Efficient in managing inventory of printing materials and supplies.

Team Collaboration: Excellent teamwork skills to work closely with design, manufacturing, and installation teams.

To join this great team, please apply and we will be in touch should your skills and experience match our clients requirements.

INDAO

Manufacturing Operative

Prestigious company based in Shepshed are looking for a Manufacturing Operative to join them on a temp to perm basis.

The position will be required to hand build scientific equipment, from schematics and technical drawings.

Therefore, our client is looking for candidates who have previous experience of working to schematics, wiring, and soldering.

You will also be required to have excellent attention to details, great time keeping and happy to work within a team.

The position is working Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm

If this is of interest, we would love to hear from you.

INDAS

Loading Shovel Operator

Mobile Plant Shovel Operator at Transfer Station

Responsibilities:

Material Management:

  • Separate and process recycling materials (cardboard, wood, paper).
  • Load vehicles to maximize permitted weights.
  • Support HRRC operations by compacting and packing materials.

Equipment and Machinery Operation:

Operate vehicles and plant machinery, including:

  • Wheeled loading shovel long reach
  • Wheeled elevated cab 360
  • Roll on roll off lorry 6 Wheeled

Health and Safety:

  • Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.
  • Report incidents immediately.

Experience:

Up to two years’ experience driving the specified mobile plant.

Skills and Attributes:

  • Proficiency in using various machinery and vehicles.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong commitment to health and safety standards.
  • Physical fitness to handle the demands of the job.

Working Hours:

Rotating:

Monday to Friday: 6:00 am to 2:00 pm – 14:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Major Recruitment is acting as recruitment business in relation to this role.

If you would like further information, please call the office on 0113 2762000

INDDC

Skilled Mechanical Fitter

Our client is currently looking for a skilled mechanical fitter to join them in the Heywood area working within a growing team.

As part of this skilled team, you will have the opportunity to drive the success of an integral business function, which in turn, will make a positive impact on our organisation.

As a Skilled Mechanical Fitter, you will be tasked with assembling patient critical equipment to the medical/pharmaceutical industry including a variety of isolators for chemotherapy drug distribution such as microbiological safety cabinets, rigid isolators (gloveboxes) , Laminar airflow cabinets and Fume Cupboards.

What’s included.

  • Salary up to £27,000
  • Overtime available at higher rates
  • Hours are Monday – Thursday 7am – 3.30pm and Friday 7am – 1pm.
  • Annual bonus based on company performance.
  • Annual holidays 24 days plus bank holidays
  • Simply Health cash back health plan
  • Credit Union – savings and loans
  • Death in service – 2 x annual salary
  • Shopping & Leisure discounts

Your role includes:

  • Using static machinery, battery powered tools including drills and general hand tools.
  • Working in a safe manner, achieving a high level of quality
  • Notifying the team leader of any shortages in regular materials used
  • To complete projects successfully and follow instructions from your manager
  • Work with other teams to minimize delays and meet high standards.
  • Assembling a full range of metalwork enclosure products manufactured by the company.
  • Ensuring all test certificates and serial number logs are completed and kept up to date.
  • Some travel to work at client sites across the UK, to fit and install the products.
  • Liaising with the tradesman and contractors at client sites as required.

What we are looking for.

The ideal candidate should come from a strong mechanical background, preferably be familiar with working to a very hight standards in the aerospace, nuclear, medical, or pharmaceutical sectors.

  • It’s essential to have previous mechanical assembly experience.
  • A City & Guilds, NVQ 3 or equivalent is ideal but not essential.
  • You will be required to travel to do ad-hoc installation work and will require a valid driver’s licence (company vehicle is supplied for work purposes).
  • Experience in working with and understanding detailed drawings.
  • Previous experience of working to processes and defined quality systems.
  • Working to high levels of accuracy and standards of finish.
  • To be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Major Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, privacy policy and disclaimers which can be found at major recruitment

INDTM

Furniture Assembler

Major Recruitment is looking for Furniture Assembler to work for our client based in Dewsbury.

Job description:

As a Furniture Assembler you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks across a number of different departments within the company. You will be involved with tasks such as but not limited too basic assembly of furniture items including retail and office furniture to more complicated assemblies of shopfitting’s and solid timber items. Other responsibilities will include assisting with the preparation and sanding of components for spray painting and packaging and wrapping products for dispatch when required. The role will involve the use of basic hand tools such as drill, pin guns and trimmers however the role of furniture assembler will also give the opportunity to work with machinery such as but not limited to edge banders, saws, pillar drills dependent on experience and training. When packaging and wrapping product, it is essential you check the goods are free from defects and if in any doubt you should alert a manager or team leader. Items should be wrapped safely for transport, if the company has provided a packaging specification this must be adhered too. Items should leave in a clean and presentable state as their next destination will be with the client.

Working hours are 8-5 Mon-Thurs (1 Hour Break total) & 8-4 on Fridays (45 mins break)

£11.44ph

Please apply with your CV

INDNS