Carole Hearn

Location: Greater Manchester Overview: This is a rare opportunity to join a strong technical team, and an exciting time to join a great business who are going from strength to strength. Responsibilities:• You’ll be coaching and developing your team for the maintenance of the internal audits • Maintain site QMS and associated documentation in line with changes to legislation, customer and industry standards/codes of practice to assure compliance. • Preparation for audits and customer visits ensuring all documentation is up to date.• As Technical Services Manager, you will drive a food safety culture across the business. • Maintaining reports on customer complaints, quality performance and internal audits. Supporting cross functional teams on internal and external audits. Experience Required:• Degree in Food Science (preferred) with experience in technical services in a fast-paced food environment.• The Technical Services Manager will need Lead Auditor/Internal Auditing experience.• Experience managing and motivating a team• Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organised, with the ability to balance day-to-day needs with long-term objectives. 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 Technical Service Managers, Compliance Managers and Quality Assurance Managers who live within Manchester, Bury, Wigan, Rochdale, Oldham, Bolton and Greater Manchester. If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting reference CH/TNT/2575 to carole@truenorthtalent.co.uk or phone 0161 399 1575/ 07899 686690 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. We are only able to consider candidates who have the full legal right to work in the UK Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: Greater ManchesterOverview: 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. About You:• This will suit a Shift Team Leader who has done an apprenticeship or a graduate scheme, ideally in food manufacturing.• Someone who does what they say they will do and who can really add value to their department.• A passion in developing talent and working in a continuous improvement culture• Reasonable experience working as a shift leader, ideally within food manufacturing.• The Shift Manager will need to possess a track record in delivering results What will you be doing?• In this role you will drive a team by coaching and developing them to achieve results• Lead by example ensuring safety always comes first• The successful Shift Manager will inspire and lead your team to deliver and become the best shift in the business• Identify and support development needs within the team• Optimise the production plan to ensure you maximise capacity and cost effective What can they offer you?This is a great business to join as they really invest in the people and support development and growth. We are seeking applications from talented Shift Managers, Shift Leaders, Assistant Shift Managers, Shift Team Leaders or Team Managers, who live within Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Manchester, Hale, Sale or Trafford Park region. How to ApplyIf you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re CH/TNT/2551 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07899 686690 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 food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: Greater ManchesterOverview:This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QA Manager to join a well-established food business. The site is committed to maintaining the highest standards throughout the business. It is an inclusive company and want candidates to grow and develop with them. About you…• You will be HACCP level 4 trained with experience in a technical or quality leadership role. • As QA Manager, you will be experience in food safety systems and regulatory compliance • Strong management and leadership skills• Familiar with ERP, quality management software and reporting tools• Good knowledge of functional ingredients and process technologies • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills What will you be doing?• Oversee product quality, food safety and regulatory compliance• Ensure all products meet internal and customer standards• Lead the technical aspects of NPD working closely with innovation and project teams• The QA Manager will oversee the management of consumer and customer complaints • Manage existing quality management systems making continuous improvement to this• Supplier approval and manage audits across QMS Standards So, what can they offer you?You’ll be joining a business that really values their people. They have long servers in the business and opportunities for candidates to really develop their careers. We are keen to speak with QA Managers, Senior QA Supervisors, Food Safety & Quality Managers, Quality Compliance Managers, and Quality Systems Managers based within Greater Manchester, Manchester, Stockport, Trafford Park, Marple and surrounding areas. How to ApplyIf you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re CH/TNT/2523 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07899 686690 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 food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: Greater ManchesterOverview: This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Packaging Compliance Specialist to join a well-established food business. The site is committed to maintaining the highest standards throughout the business. It is an inclusive company and want candidates to grow and develop with them. About you…• Experience of packaging obligations and technical packaging compliance• Working knowledge of process flows, specifications and artwork• IT Literate including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams• Knowledge and experience with different packaging formats• Communication skills with key suppliers and stakeholders within the business • Strong analytical and numerical skills What will you be doing?• Complete ownership of packaging obligations tracking and submissions• Packaging technical compliance full ownership of technical packaging requirements • Review systems and processes to find better ways of working• Artwork checks support working with artwork lead to ensure full compliance• Packaging supplier audits/visits as and when required• Identifying and implementing cost savings opportunities where possible So, what can they offer you?You’ll be joining a business that really values their people. They have long servers in the business and opportunities for candidates to really develop their careers. We are keen to speak with Packaging and Compliance Technologists, Packaging and Regulatory Technologist, Packaging Compliance Specialists, Packaging and Product Compliance Technologists and Packaging and Specification Technologists based within Greater Manchester, Manchester, Stockport, Trafford Park, Marple and surrounding areas. How to ApplyIf you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re CH/TNT/2524 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07899 686690 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 food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: North WestOverview: We are seeking a Technical Coordinator / Technical Manager for this FMCG manufacturing business, who 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. Requirements:• As Technical Coordinator / Technical Manager, you will need to have technical experience within a food or pharma manufacturing background to be successful. • Supporting new and existing customers to product manufacture (raw material selection, product trials and feedback etc.) • Raw material review and approval e.g. suitability of new materials, shelf-life review of existing• Managing site monitoring activities e.g. water quality, legionella, hygiene swabbing• Conducting in-house lab analysis• Managing equipment maintenance and calibration (maintain schedule and management contractor visits)• You will be able to demonstrate working collaboratively with all internal departments and external customers.• This is a site based with an earlier finish on a Friday. The Opportunity • This is your chance to be a Technical Coordinator / Technical Manager of an FMCG manufacturing business who are a major player in their sector and who supply the major retailers with their products. • It is a new role within the business which reports to the Head of Technical It is varied and you will be involved in projects, assessing raw materials, working closely with current customers and onboarding new customers.• The company has ambitious growth plans and are already a major player in their field. So, what can they offer you? This is a lovely company to work for. They have a number of staff who have been here 10+ years and are as enthusiastic about the company today as they were when they startedAs a business they can boast a low staff turnover as it really is a nice place to work. They’re looking to pay c£45,000 to £53,000 depending on experience, plus a host of other benefits. How to applyIf you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/2314. We’re looking to speak to Technical Coordinators, Technical Administrators, Technical Officers, Technical Compliance Coordinators, Technical Managers who live within Lancaster, Preston, Clitheroe, Fleetwood, Blackpool, Blackburn, Burnley, Chorley or surrounding 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 food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: North WestOverview: We are seeking a Senior NPD Technologist/NPD Manager for this FMCG manufacturing business, who 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. Requirements:• As NPD Manager, you will possess a Degree in Food Science or a related discipline• Previous experience in an NPD or product development role.• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The Opportunity • Oversee and manage NPD projects from concept to launch• Coordinate communication between internal teams, suppliers, and customers• From early concepts, kitchen trials, factory trials, launch, post-launch tweaks• Turning a bench-top recipe into something that works in a factory without killing taste, cost, or shelf life• Making sure products hit margin targets and can be produced reliably• Monitor market and consumer trends to inform new product ideas.• The NPD Manager will manage innovation pipelines and timelines So, what can they offer you? This is a lovely company to work for. They have a number of staff who have been here 10+ years and are as enthusiastic about the company today as they were when they startedAs a business they can boast a low staff turnover as it really is a nice place to work. They’re looking to pay c£45,000 to £50,000 depending on experience, plus a host of benefits. How to applyIf you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/2453We’re looking to speak to Senior NPD Technologists, NPD Managers, New Product Development Technologists, Senior New Product Development Technologists etc within Greater Lancaster, Preston, Clitheroe, Burnley, Blackburn and the North West. 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 food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: MerseysideOverview: Seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Specification Technologist to join a dynamic technical team. Experience Required:• Reasonable experience in a food or FMCG manufacturing environment.• Experience working with major retailer specification portals is essential.• A degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related science would be advantageous.• As Specification Technologist, you will have a hands-on, motivated and enthusiastic approach. The Role:• Write and update product specifications onto customer portals.• Work cross-functionally with NPD, Technical and Production departments.• The Specification Technologist will review and approve product packaging and artwork.• Manage business-to-business relationships concerning specifications.• Ensure the factory adheres to customer specifications and policies. Benefits:• Chance to work with a forward-thinking and innovative company.• Engaging and supportive work environment.• Continuous professional development and growth opportunities.• Hybrid working – 2 days at home Company Overview:An established, market-leading business supplying major retailers and foodservice businesses. We are seeking applications from talented Specifications Technologists, Spec Techs, Specification Writers, Labelling Technologists who live within Liverpool, Warrington, Runcorn, the Wirral & Chester How to ApplyIf you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re CH/TNT/2411 to carole@truenorthtalent.co.uk or phone 07899 686690 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. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: StaffordshireOverview: This is an opportunity to work for a well established FMCG manufacturer who are number one within their market. About You:• The Engineering Manager will have strong man-management skills leading an engineering team.• Experience of automation, what it involves and process to improve.• CI experience working cross functionally with all departments.• Experience as an Engineering Manager in a UK manufacturing environment.• Excellent leadership and communication skills are required for the successful Engineering Manager. What will you be doing?• Lead and manage the engineering function across the manufacturing site.• As Engineering Manager, you will sustain high standards of safety and compliance, while supporting the company growth and sustainability.• Develop and implement the engineering strategy aligned with business objectives.• Lead develops and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team.• Implement PPM and reduce downtime. What can they offer you?The company can offer you the opportunity to lead a well-established engineering team with multiple opportunities to make improvements. This is a great business to work for; they have an honest open culture where everyone who works for them feels valued. We are seeking applications from talented Engineering Managers, Site Engineering Managers, Assistant Engineering Managers, Maintenance Managers and Engineering Leaders who live within Stafford, Market Drayton, Nantwich, Stoke, Crewe, Congleton, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, West Midlands and Cheshire. How to ApplyIf you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re CH/TNT/2262 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07899 686690 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 food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: PowysOverview: This is your opportunity as Site Operations Manager to work for a successful, growing food business. About You:• Experience working as an Operations/Production Manager within food or FMCG manufacturing.• Ability to lead and motivate teams and drive continuous improvement.• Enthusiastic and energetic attitude, with an ability to work calmly under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and to respond quickly and effectively to the unexpected.• As the Site Operations Manager, you will be open, honest and respectful approach to work, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation. What will you be doing?• Overseeing the day-to-day operations and production facility.• The Site Operations Manager will deliver on key production metrics, including yield, wages, product waste, and service levels.• Manage and motivate production supervisors and team leaders to meet production targets and efficiency goals.• Ensure staff are properly trained, compliant with company policies, and ready for the production floor. Handle disciplinary actions when required.• Collaborate with the production team to ensure efficient scheduling and timely production. What can they offer you?This is a terrific opportunity to join a business that offers real growth and operational development. They are growing rapidly and it is your chance to evolve with them. We are seeking applications from talented Site Operations Managers, Warehouse Managers, Factory Managers, Production Managers, Distribution Managers, Production Leads and Operation Leads who live within Powys, Welshpool, Newtown, Llandrindod Wells, Hay-on-Wye, Builth Wells, Machynlleth, Brecon and Knighton. How to ApplyIf you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re CH/TNT/2241 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07899 686690 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 food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.