Quality Technologist
Our client a global supplier of Ingredients, Flavours, Blending and contract manufacturing solutions for the Food and beverage industries is seeking an experienced Quality Technologist for their office in Kent. This will be a 4 on/4 off, 6am-6pm role and the successful candidate will need to have a driving licence.
This is based in Aylesford, Kent with a negotiable salary!
Some key role responsibilities:
- Coordinate concession, pre-shipment samples and urgent orders with customer support team
- Flag any analytical failures (OOS results) to the rest of the operational team
- Coordinate the majority of document control activities after Quality and Food Safety Managers approval
- Participate to GMP and hygiene Audits plan and weekly environmental and allergen swabs in production
- Support validation activities (allergen, homogeneity, cleaning, shelf-life)
- Carry out some of the site pre-requisite controls such as temperature and humidity records
- Verifying batch documents and labels prior to releasing them to production for manufacture
- Collating analysis results and positively releasing finished product
- Assist with induction training for new starters in production and Quality
Some Essential Skills and Experience:
You will be organised and methodical with great written communication skills. You will also have the ability to work on own initiative and be able to build relationships. Strong IT skills and be organised and versatile. Someone who can work well under pressure. Excellent benefits and be able to become part of an established company with excellent culture.
Requirements
Preferred Skills:
Quality
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Export Operative
A new position is available for an Export Operative to join this well established SME Freight forwarding agent based in Colnbrook. The Export Operative will assist with the smooth running of the department. Plenty of opportunity for future progression.
Working 09:00-18:00 Monday to Friday, including a 1hr paid break per day.
£30-35k DOE plus overtime
Some key role responsibilities:
- Ensure all export shipments are collected by the correct vehicle, the documentation is in order and exported to the client`s satisfaction (air, sea & road).
- Ensure custom entries are completed correctly using the correct CPC code and the entry is scanned to the NES Folder, along with scanning all relevant Export Documents to file.
- Completion of Customs paperwork – Air, Sea & Road.
- Complete quotations for new and existing clients – Commercial and Overseas.
- Send flight details to the client by Email and ensure the foreign agent is pre-alerted with full details and copy documents.
- Ascertain the urgency of the shipment and decide the routing accordingly.
Some Essential Skills and Experience
- Recent experience of working within an Export environment.
- Hold a full UK driving licence.
- Good knowledge of the English language, both verbal and written.
- Ability to prioritise and organise own workload to tight deadline.
- Strong communication skills: The ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
Some Desirable Skills
- Experience in a recent Export Operative position.
- Experience of Boxtop and/or eCustoms (training can be provided).
- Knowledge of the local area.
Requirements
Preferred Skills
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Art Technician
This well established Fine Art Shipper have a new position available for a Art Technician/Handler based at Heathrow, previous experience is required.
- Mon-Fri 8am-5pm (flexibility required and paid overtime available)
- £Salary DOE & NEG
Some key role responsibilities
-To provide warehousing, storage, art handling, art packing, collection, delivery, and installation services.
-Ensuring safety and protection of artworks at all times- Warehouse handling
- Placing into and picking artworks from storage
- Keeping storage records up to date
- Collecting and delivering artworks from / to clients
- Completing condition reports
Essential Compulsory checks:
Due to the nature of the role there are a number of compulsory checks that must be carried out.
- A criminal record check – basic disclosure (DBS) carried out by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
- 5-year reference history with gaps in employment scrutinised and accounted for.
Art Technician knowledge, skills and experience required:
Experience in field of art shipping and logistics. Knowledge of packing materials and packing methods Install and de-install skills
IT skills – MS Office Problem Solving Skills Attention to detail
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Logistics and Supply Chain Associate
A leading global supplier of Ingredients and Premix manufacturing solutions for the Food, Beverage and Nutrition industries is seeking and experienced Logistics and Supply Chain Associate.
The Key Accountabilities will be
- Maintain accurate records of all import transactions via the e filing system.
- Processing import, export and cross trade operations from start to finish including processing shipping documents, sending customs clearance instructions and delivery of goods and documents to the warehouse/client.
- Liaise with the forwarders and warehouses to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant import regulations and procedures.
- Handling Non-Conformances
The Core Competencies and Person Specification
- Experience in International Trade/Logistics (Shipping, X-Trades, Exports, Imports)
- Experience working with Shipping Lines and Forwarding agents in different modes of transportation (Sea and Air)
- Knowledgeable of the Customs Clearances procedures within EU and UK
- Experience fulfilling Export requirements with regards to documentation (COA, COO, Health Certificates, inspections etc.)
- Solid knowledge of Exports to different countries (Middle East, Africa, South America)`
Some Essential Skills and Experience:
The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role, preferably within the Food industry. Fluency in English and Spanish language will be an advantage. Excellent opportunity, hybrid role and good benefits.
Requirements
Preferred Skills
LogisticsFind out more about this vacancy
Transport Planner
Our client (food industry) are based in Park Royal and has a new opportunity available for a Transport Planner.
Founded in 1975, we are a second-generation family business bringing authentic East & South-East Asian products to our UK-wide customer base in a forward-thinking way.
The Transport Planner will be required to have previous experience of transport planning to include; transport regulations, routes, and local traffic patterns, must have excellent communication skills along with a positive and can-do attitude. CPC/Class 2 licence is essential.
Employment Terms for the Transport Planner
- 44 hr week
- M-F 6am-3pm/OR 7am-4pm
- Sat – 6am-11am
- £35-39k Basic Salary
Some Responsibilities for the Transport Planner
- Route Planning: Develop efficient delivery routes that optimise time, fuel, and resources while meeting customer delivery windows.
- Vehicle Scheduling:Coordinate the allocation of vehicles and drivers to delivery routes, considering vehicle capacity, driver availability, and delivery requirements.
- Order Management: Liaise with the sales team to gather accurate order information, including delivery times and special instructions.
- Communication: Maintain regular communication with drivers, providing them with clear instructions and addressing any on-road issues or changes.
Some Requirements for the Transport Planner:
- Proven experience as a Transport Planner, ideally in a similar-sized operation.
- Strong knowledge of transport regulations, routes, and local traffic patterns.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Proficiency in using transport management software and route optimisation tools.
Requirements
Preferred Skills:
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Maintenance Supervisor
An experienced Maintenance Supervisor is required by our client, a leading global supplier of Ingredients for the Food & Beverage industry. Based in Kent, this is an excellent opportunity to work for a sought after company with excellent benefits.
Some key role responsibilities
- Efficiently supervise and provide support to the team of technicians on any technical matters.
- To improve service delivery performance and reduce costs where possible
- Monitor and report on KPI’s for department
- Undertake engineer audits for machinery where necessary
- Deliver Tool Box Talks.
- Manage all aspects of engineering in relation to all works, from planning to completion
- Developing practices, routines and solutions to help improve productivity and product quality
- Perform risk assessment
Some Essential Skills and Experience
The successful candidate will have formal Engineering qualification and electrical and mechanical installation experience. Good understanding of Health & Safety practices and IOSH or higher. Must have experience in working in a FMCG environment with knowledge of Food Safety.
Requirements
Preferred Skills
Maintenance and Electrical
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