Permanent

Gas Engineer
27th July 2026 by

Gas Engineer
£42,000 – £43,000
Permanent
Boston

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently working on behalf of a social housing provider in Boston to recruit to a Gas Engineer on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities of the Gas Engineer include:

Working within tenanted and void social housing properties
Carrying out repair, renewal, installs & safety checks
Ensuring tenant satisfaction
Working closely with the compliance team in ensuring work is undertaken safely
Utilising a PDA
Completing necessary paperwork

Requirements of the Gas Engineer include:

UK Driving License
Relevant gas tickets (CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1, CPA1)
Level 2 or 3 NVQ in Gas & Plumbing

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Connor Lamb – Recruitment Consultant at Hamilton Woods on 01509 276158 or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 – 10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot respond to all applicants, and please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Placement Coordinator
27th July 2026 by

Full Time | Permanent | Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive – depending on experience

Make a Difference Every Day

At Major Healthcare, we’re passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred support to children, young people and adults across the UK.

As our services continue to grow, we’re looking for an enthusiastic and organised Placement Coordinator to join our Newton Aycliffe team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in health and social care who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and ensuring the right people receive the right support at the right time.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career with genuine opportunities to develop and progress, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Placement Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in coordinating care packages and matching the right Support Workers to the people we support.

Working closely with Local Authorities, families, Support Workers and our internal teams, you’ll help ensure our services are safe, responsive and delivered to the highest standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

Coordinating new and existing care packages.
Matching Support Workers based on skills, experience and availability.
Building positive relationships with Local Authorities, commissioners, families and healthcare professionals.
Liaising with Support Workers regarding availability, shifts and placements.
Working closely with Recruitment, Compliance, Learning & Development and Operational teams.
Ensuring staffing remains safe, compliant and person-centred.
Responding quickly to changes in service requirements.
Maintaining accurate records and updating internal systems.
Supporting the mobilisation of new services and care packages.
Delivering an excellent service to both colleagues and external professionals.
Support the on-call service on a rolling rota.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

Previous experience within Health & Social Care.
Experience coordinating care packages, staffing or placements.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Ability to prioritise workload and work in a fast-paced environment.
Good IT skills and confidence using multiple systems.
Understanding of safeguarding and safer recruitment.
A positive, professional and solution-focused attitude.

Desirable

Experience working within children’s services, supported accommodation or complex care.
Knowledge of CQC and/or Ofsted regulations.
Experience working with Local Authorities and commissioning teams.
NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Children and Young People’s Workforce, Health & Social Care or an equivalent qualification.
Full UK Driving Licence.

Learning & Development

We’re committed to helping our colleagues grow.

From your first day you’ll have access to:

Comprehensive company induction.
Face-to-face Basic Life Support (BLS) training.
NAPPI training focused on Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and de-escalation.
Our brand-new Learning Hub platform.
Ongoing CPD and refresher training.
Career progression opportunities, including Level 4 qualifications and leadership development.

At Major Healthcare, Learning & Development isn’t just a tick-box exercise. We invest in our people because confident, knowledgeable colleagues deliver the best outcomes.

What We Offer

Competitive salary.
Monday to Friday working.
Friendly and supportive management team.
Ongoing training and professional development.
Clear career progression opportunities.
Employee referral scheme.
Company pension.
Free on-site parking.
Company events.
The opportunity to genuinely make a difference every day.

Why Major Healthcare?

We’re more than just a healthcare provider.

We’re building a team of passionate people who care about delivering outstanding support and making a positive difference to the lives of children, young people and adults.

If you’re looking for a company that values your ideas, invests in your development and supports your career, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

Safeguarding & Equality

Major Healthcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS, right to work checks and satisfactory references.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and become part of a growing organisation that’s passionate about delivering outstanding care, we’d love to hear from you.

CNC Laser Cutter
27th July 2026 by

CNC Laser Cutting Operator

Major Recruitment is seeking a skilled Laser Cutting Operator to join a well-established company in the Nottingham area, who are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery including Bystronic and BLM systems.

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | 6am-2pm | 40 hours
Salary: £16-£17 per hour

Their cutting-edge setup includes:

Flat Laser Cutting – 4 Flatbed Lasers (including a 6m laser with Antil Warehouse System)
Tube Laser Cutting – 2 tube lasers (cutting up to 152mm diameter)

Key Responsibilities

Complete all required paperwork accurately, including job cards and drawing checks
Select and inspect materials according to job specifications and quality standards
Handle materials with care to prevent damage
Label all materials and job cards with correct GIN numbers
Verify quantities and load cut parts accurately onto trolleys or pallets
Carry out final inspections and stamp job cards to confirm quality
Follow the “1st off” process, including stamping length, width, and thickness

What We’re Looking For

High attention to detail and a strong focus on quality
Able to follow procedures accurately and consistently
Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude
Physically fit and able to handle materials safely
Knowledge of Lean / 5S principles is an advantage

Benefits

Company pension
Free on-site parking
Opportunity to work with industry-leading machinery
Supportive and professional working environment
Competative Rate DOE
Uniform Allowance
Overtime at time and half + double time
Paid breaks

Interested?
Apply now or get in touch to schedule a call and discuss the opportunity in more detail.

INDAS

QA Technician
27th July 2026 by

QA Technician | Quality Inspector | Manufacturing | Engineering

Location: Staffordshire
Salary: £15 per hour – will increase
Hours: Monday – Thursday 07:30 – 16:30 | Friday 07:30 – 12:00

Major Recruitment are hiring an experienced QA Technician to join our clients ever growing Quality team in Lichfield. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused individual with manufacturing or engineering experience to join a well-established and expanding business.

We are looking for candidates with previous experience who are confident carrying out inspections, interpreting engineering drawings and supporting continuous improvement.

The Role

Conducting first-off, in-process and final inspections
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
Carrying out dimensional inspections using verniers, micrometres, height gauges and inspection equipment
Completing inspection reports and quality documentation accurately
Supporting investigations into non-conformances and corrective actions
Assisting with root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities
Supporting internal audits and process checks
Working closely with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues
Supporting the maintenance of ISO quality standards and systems

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

Previous experience within a QA Technician, Quality Technician or Quality Inspector position
Manufacturing or engineering background
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience using measuring and inspection equipment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good communication and organisational skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Desirable

Experience within fabrication, welding, machining or precision engineering
Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems
Internal auditing experience
Understanding of root cause analysis and continuous improvement methods
CMM experience

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing manufacturing business where quality is at the centre of operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining and improving quality standards across the business, with opportunities for long-term development and progression.

If you are an experienced QA Technician or Quality Inspector looking for your next opportunity within manufacturing or engineering, we would like to hear from you.

INDAS

Director of Engineering
27th July 2026 by

Director of Engineering

Food Manufacturing

Greater Chicago

Major Talent is partnering with a global food ingredients manufacturer that offers a range of speciality ingredients to industrial and foodservice customers globally. We are looking to speak with engineering professionals for a Director of Engineering opening.

As a Director of Engineering, you will lead the engineering function, capital project delivery and multi-site maintenance strategy across all operations. You will be responsible for developing and executing both annual and long-term capital expenditure (CAPEX) plans, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

Responsibilities of a Director of Engineering

Lead the development and delivery of annual and long-range Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) plans across multiple facilities, identifying, prioritising, and justifying investments that support safety, food safety, quality, operational efficiency, capacity growth, and business objectives.
Oversee the full lifecycle of capital projects, from concept and design through procurement, execution, commissioning, and handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest standards.
Drive robust CAPEX governance by managing budgets, forecasts, risk mitigation, change control, and performance reporting, providing clear visibility and recommendations to senior leadership.
Provide strategic leadership and support to site Maintenance Managers, establishing performance expectations and driving improvements in equipment reliability, uptime, preventive maintenance compliance, responsiveness, and contractor effectiveness.
Develop and standardise best-in-class maintenance and reliability programmes across all sites, leveraging CMMS systems, predictive maintenance techniques, reliability-centred maintenance practices, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Lead the development of a multi-site spare parts strategy that balances inventory optimisation with operational resilience, ensuring critical equipment availability and minimising downtime risks.
Serve as the senior technical resource for Operations and Maintenance teams, supporting complex troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and the implementation of sustainable corrective actions.
Drive the implementation of future automation and digitalisation initiatives, providing expertise in electrical, controls, and process automation systems while partnering with external integrators and contractors.
Champion a culture of safety, food safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance across all engineering and maintenance activities.
Manage relationships with key engineering suppliers, OEMs, contractors, utilities, and service providers, ensuring strong technical performance, cost effectiveness, and service reliability.
Travel regularly to manufacturing sites to support project delivery, maintenance performance reviews, technical problem-solving, audits, and critical operational activities.

Skills required to be a Director of Engineering

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical, or a related discipline).
A minimum of 10 years’ experience in engineering, maintenance and/or capital project leadership within food manufacturing or another highly regulated process manufacturing environment. Experience supporting multiple sites is highly desirable.
A proven track record of developing CAPEX strategies and successfully delivering capital projects from concept through commissioning, with strong control of budgets, timelines and project outcomes.
Strong expertise in maintenance and reliability best practices, including preventative and predictive maintenance programmes, asset performance optimisation, and KPI-driven continuous improvement.
Proficiency with engineering and project management tools, including AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu (or equivalent), Microsoft Office applications, project scheduling software, and CMMS platforms.
The flexibility and willingness to travel regularly across US operations to support project delivery, site performance improvement initiatives, and key business priorities.

If you are interested, please click apply now and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch.

Major Recruitment is an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract, you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straightforward.

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Quality Assurance Manager
27th July 2026 by

Quality Assurance Manager

Waupaca County, Wisconsin

Food Manufacturing

Major Talent is partnered with a global food business with facilities across North America, Asia, and Europe. We are currently looking to speak with qualified candidates for a Quality Assurance Manager opening

As a Quality Assurance Manager, you will provide leadership related to various quality programs including, but not limited to, HACCP, sanitation, hygiene, validation, document control, document review, change management, supplier/vendor qualification and management, raw material specifications, internal auditing, pest control,

Responsibilities of a Quality Assurance Manager

Manage the formulation, implementation and maintenance of basic policies, plans, programs, standards and techniques necessary to achieve food safety and quality objectives.
Manage the development and maintenance of methods and systems for measuring the degree to which food safety/quality goals, objectives and standards are being met; utilizing the results in the effective management of QA activities and recommending corrective actions as needed.
Interface with sales, suppliers, customers, manufacturing, and distribution to establish food safety and quality requirements on individual products and services based on customer need, the function of the product and its reliability, scalability, and value.
Manage food safety and quality assurance functions to ensure that proposed and existing products and processes are reviewed to avoid or eliminate unnecessary food safety and quality issues; developing recommendations for improvements that increase product uniformity and reliability and improve characteristics to reduce field failures and complaints.
Ensure all operations comply with government and agency regulations; manage all audits with such agencies
Ensure compliance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Lab Procedures (GLP), Safety policies, regulatory requirements and organization guidelines.

Experience Required to be a Quality Assurance Manager

Bachelor’s Degree required; preferably in Food Science, Dairy Science, Operations Management or related field.
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
Minimum three years of quality assurance/control experience required; preferably in food processing/dairy production.
Previous supervisory experience required.
HACCP Certification required.
PCQI Certification required.
SQF Certification required.
ASQ CMQ/OE Certification preferred.
CIS preferred.
Proven ability to manage and develop staff.
Knowledge of Food Quality and Food Safety programs including GMP, HACCP, CAPA.
Ability to read, understand, and follow documents and procedures (GLP, SOP, MSDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP) and translate into workable plant procedures including implementation and accountability.

What is in it for you?

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance.
401(k) with 7% company contributions.
3 weeks Paid Time Off.
Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
Paid parental leave.
Advancement Opportunities

If you are interested, please click apply now and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch.

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Technical Support and Services Manager
27th July 2026 by

Technical Support & Services Manager

Ingredients

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Major Talent is partnered with a food ingredients business in the United States that offers a range of products to the Nutrition, Pharmaceutical and Food and Beverage industries. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a Technical Support & Services Manager to join the team

As a Technical Support & Services Manager, you will manage daily technical and quality assurance operations while providing hands-on laboratory management and customer-facing technical support. This role combines immediate technical execution with management responsibilities, with opportunity to grow into strategic leadership as the company expands

Responsibilities of a Technical Support & Services Manager

Provide technical support to the sales team on product specifications and applications
Lead customer sample preparation and technical presentations
Manage laboratory equipment, calibration, maintenance schedules, and vendor relationships
Support product formulation and custom ingredient development
Schedule and prioritise testing activities and sample processing
Manage current lab staff and processes (hiring additional staff as lab grows)
Develop and document testing methods, quality control procedures, and raw material standards
Create comprehensive technical documentation system for regulatory compliance and product quality
Establish and enforce quality standards for testing materials and products
Implement in-process product inspection standards
Foster food safety culture and ensure compliance with GMP and industry regulations
Serve as liaison between technical operations and other departments
Collaborate with procurement on supplier communications, material approvals, and supplier qualifications
Manage cross-departmental project timelines and communication
Professional Development
Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education and industry involvement
Other related duties as assigned to support company growth

Skills required to be a Technical Support & Services Manager

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biology, or related scientific field
5+ years of experience in food/ingredient laboratory environment
Previous pharmaceutical or nutraceutical industry experience preferred
Knowledge of analytical instrumentation and testing methodologies
Understanding of FDA regulations, GMP, and food safety requirements
Strong documentation and SOP development skills
Leadership experience managing technical staff
Experience with ingredient labeling, nutritional data, and FDA/USDA documentation requirements
Exposure to document management systems or LIMS
Understanding of ingredient specifications and supplier qualification processes
Interest in developing expertise in food ingredient regulations and technical operations
Management and oversight of a Team to meet regulatory requirements and operational needs

If you are interested, please click apply now and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch.

Major Recruitment is an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straight forward.

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Technical Support Specialist
27th July 2026 by

Technical Support Specialist

Ingredients

Santa Fe Springs, California

As a Technical Support Specialist, you will manage day-to-day technical and quality assurance operations, providing hands-on laboratory oversight and customer-facing technical support to ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. This role requires a proactive, solutions-oriented professional who can balance operational execution with cross-functional collaboration while driving continuous improvement. It also offers a clear opportunity for growth into a technical leadership or team lead position as responsibilities expand

Responsibilities of a Technical Support Specialist

Provide technical support to the sales team on product specifications and applications
Lead customer sample preparation and technical presentations
Manage laboratory equipment, calibration, maintenance schedules, and vendor relationships
Support product formulation and custom ingredient development
Schedule and prioritise testing activities and sample processing
Aid in developing and documenting testing methods, quality control procedures, and raw material standards
Help create comprehensive technical documentation for regulatory compliance and product quality
Establish and enforce quality standards for testing materials and products
Implement in-process product inspection standards
Foster food safety culture and ensure compliance with GMP and industry regulations
Serve as liaison between technical operations and other departments
Collaborate with procurement on supplier communications, material approvals, and supplier qualifications
Manage cross-departmental project timelines and communication
Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education and industry involvement
Other related duties as assigned to support company growth

Skills required to be a Technical Support Specialist

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biology, or related scientific field
5+ years of experience in a food/ingredient laboratory environment
Knowledge of analytical instrumentation and testing methodologies
Understanding of FDA regulations, GMP, and food safety requirements
Strong documentation and SOP development skills
Leadership experience managing technical staff
Experience with ingredient labeling, nutritional data, and FDA/USDA documentation requirements
Exposure to document management systems or LIMS
Understanding of ingredient specifications and supplier qualification processes
Interest in developing expertise in food ingredient regulations and technical operations

If you are interested, please click apply now and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch.

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Sales Manager
27th July 2026 by

Territory Sales Manager (North Eastern States)

Ingredients

Remote – (You will need to be based between Maine and West Virginia)

This is a remote role that will oversee a territory of the Northeastern States; as such, you will need to be based between Maine and West Virginia

Major Talent is partnered with a food ingredients business in the United States that offers a range of products to the Nutrition, Pharmaceutical and Food and Beverage industries. They are looking for a Territory Sales Manager to join the team on the East Coast

As a Territory Sales Manager, you will drive consistent revenue growth and customer satisfaction with limited direction and achieve or exceed productivity targets.

Responsibilities of a Territory Sales Manager

Generates revenue by soliciting and obtaining orders, understanding, and interpreting technical requirements, providing technical information, and developing accounts.
Assesses competitors by analyzing and summarizing competitor information and trends and identifying sales opportunities.
Develops sales opportunities by researching and identifying potential accounts, soliciting new accounts, building rapport, providing technical information and explanations, and preparing quotations.
Travel required (30%+), including face-to-face client meetings and trade shows within a designated territory
Closes new accounts by answering telephone, fax, and e-mail inquiries and verifying and entering information.
Develops accounts by checking customers’ buying history, suggesting related and new items, and explaining technical features.

Skills required to be a Territory Sales Manager

Previous Sales, Business Development or Account Management experience
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Experience working with food ingredients, supplements or in the sports nutrition market
Bachelor’s degree or work experience in Sales, Business Management or related field
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software
Flexibility to travel

If you are interested, please click apply now and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch.

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Electrical / Electronics Test Engineer
25th July 2026 by

An Electronics Test Technician is needed by a busy engineering company to join their team

Working closely with the design and production teams you will check that products are correctly built and conform to test procedures. This will include programming a range of processors. You will perform tests based on set procedures and recommendation for improvements in the efficiency of testing, fault find down to component level aided with circuit diagrams and maintain test equipment used to interface product under test.

You will also design and build test equipment required to improve testing efficiency of the Companies products, assist team members with fault finding and the development of new products and adhere to all quality & health and safety standards e.g. Failure reporting systems

YOUR SKILLS

The successful candidate will have a HNC or Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or equivalent and some experience of electrical & electronics testing within a manufacturing environment. You will also have experience of using general test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators and current meters). You will need to be able to fault find down to component level and be able to communicate with staff at all levels.

This is an exciting role with a growing technology company. If you are interested in joining a forward thinking team please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV