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Team Leader (Manufacturing)

Position; Team Leader (Manufacturing)

Location; Oxford

Salary; £15.00 – £15.00 + overtime (chance for further progression)

The role;

We require an area Team leader for our client based in Oxford reporting directly into the Plant Manager. You will be responsible for your area and supporting and organising the control of designated projects for the client within your chosen area.

The working hours are Monday – Friday 6am – 4:15pm

Main responsibilities;

Organise the hour-to-hour function of your designated projects or area. Ensure that all colleagues work in a safe and efficient manner consistent with company requirements.
Complete any project set ups required throughout your shift liaising with the client at all times.
Support the customer and supervisor with resolutions to any queries questions or concerns raised.
Ensure that each project has the appropriate level of information required to carry out the task, whilst ensuring accuracy of the information supplied.
Assure product quality by defining the required labelling, material flow, and product handling.
Organise the resources required to ensure the section inspection targets are achieved through checking the skill matrix. Endeavour to ensure consistency allocation of Inspectors to particular projects for consistency.
Ensure all colleagues understand and can work to the required level of inspection with good material flow including appropriate labelling.
For the relevant project ensure the colleagues are equipped with the correct tooling, and materials to carry out the required activities in accordance with the task required.
Ensure your team is aware of shift requirements each day and that the correct communication is given to them to ensure targets are achieved on a daily basis
Advise shift management and Customer Liaison Manager [if appropriate] of concerns identified during the ongoing inspection activities
Work with Shift Management to ensure all issues are resolved as quickly and efficiently as possible.
If required personally carry out the required inspection activities.
Ensure that the required Project paperwork is completed on time and to the required standard for all projects under their control.

About you;

Knowledge of the Automotive industry and working within OEM’s would be beneficial
Experience of managing people across a number of different projects / assignments
You must be able to work both shifts

Commutable locations;

Abingdon, Didcot, Wallingford, Oxford, Bicester, Wantage, Oxford, Cowley, Thame, Bicester, Witney,

Key words;

Supply Chain, Logistics, Automotive, Quality,

INDWARE

Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.

Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

HGV Driver

March 21, 2024/in Industrial Thame, Oxfordshire Permanent Class 2, HGV DRIVER, Class C, Tacograph, Class 1 /by Darren Fuller

Position; HGV Driver

Location; Thame

Salary; £14 – £16 per hour

About the role;

Planet Recruitment are proud to be working with a fast-growing organisation based in the Thame area who are looking for a HGV Driver.

Responsibilities;

· Delivery and collection of goods to and from customers

· Liaising with customers and provide communication links between customers and staff

· Loading and unloading goods onto vehicles safely and accurately, ensuring that goods are secured and transited in a safe manner to/from the customer.

· Good geographical knowledge of the UK and London

· Compliance with Tachograph Legislation and Transport Working Time Regulations

· Maintaining all aspects of vehicles care including fuelling and cleaning

· Adhering to company policy and procedures relating to Health and Safety and security

Essential experience;

· Need to hold a clean, current HGV driving license, a digital tachograph card, completed driver CPC.

· Able to work weekends and Nights out when needed.

· Candidates with driving licence category C+E are advantageous.

· Have exceptional people/communication skills.

· Be able to work under pressure.

· Have excellent attention to detail.

· Have good numeracy and literacy skills.

Commutable locations;

Thame, Oxford, Princess Risborough, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, Bicester

Key words;

Class 2, HGV DRIVER, Class C, Tacograph, Class 1

INDWARE

Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.

Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE

March 19, 2024/in Industrial Banbury, Oxfordshire Permanent /by Darren Fuller

Position; WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE

Location; BANBURY

Salary; £11.25 – £11.50 PER HOUR

Our client, a growing, forward-thinking business is looking for a number of Warehouse Operatives to support the business in a number of areas. The client does work in a chilled environment so the successful candidate will be happy to work in these conditions.

They are recruiting across a number of shifts;

Mornings – 6am to 3.30pm – Goods in. – Monday to Friday

Mid-shift – 2pm to 12:30am – Monday to Thursday

Nights – Sunday 10am – 3:30pm then 5pm to 3:30am on the Monday to Thursday

Main responsibilities;

Process goods in/out
Picking and packing
Maintain warehouse stock organisation
Quality control checks on outbound units
Refurbish and sort old stock.

About you;

Attention to detail
Takes pride in completing work to a high standard
Finds practical tasks engaging and stimulating
Positive can-do attitude
A degree of physical fitness
Happy to work in a chilled/freeze environment

Commutable locations;

Banbury, Middleton Cheney, Bicester, Gaydon, Wellesbourne, Oxford, Thame

INDWARE

Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.

Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Drivers Mate / Van Driver

March 15, 2024/in Industrial Newbury, Berkshire Permanent van driver, driving, drivers mate, /by Darren Fuller

Position; Drivers Mate / Van Driver

Location; Newbury, Berkshire

Salary; £10.50 – £11.50ph

The role;

You will be required to carry out collections, pick ups, clearances as well as cleaning duties alongside a driver across Berkshire and the wider region.

This is a varied role with everyday a different job and location to go to.

Main responsibilities;

Cleaning of designated areas for each job
Clearance of all materials from the job and taken to the correct disposal locations
Garden clearances using hand garden tools
General labouring required for most jobs you will be assigned to with some heavy lifting required
Dealing with customers face to face to ensure an excellent service is offered.

Start times from 0645 each morning, with some flexibility required depending on the location of the days work.

About you;

Applicants must have a full driving licence with some knowledge of driving sprinter sized vans. You should also be willing to carry out cleaning duties for the jobs required.

Required;

Positive and self motivated with a ‘can-do’ attitude
Full Driving licence
Ability to carry out heavy lifting when required
Able to load and unload items to and from the vehicle
Able to communicate with customers face to face

Commutable locations;

Abingdon, Didcot, Wallingford, Wantage, Oxford, Thatcham, Newbury, Reading

Key words;

Van driver, cleaning, labouring, labourer, industrial cleaning, driver

INDWARE

Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.

Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Van Driver

March 1, 2024/in Industrial Thame, Oxfordshire Permanent Van Driver, Driving, 3.5T ton Van Driver, Luton Van, Logistics /by Darren Fuller

Position; Van Driver

Location; Haddenham

Salary; £12-£12.50 per hour

About the role; Planet Recruitment are proud to be working with a fast-growing organisation based in the Haddenham area who are looking for a Van Driver

Responsibilities;

Delivery and collection of goods to and from customers
Liaising with customers and provide communication links between customers and staff.
Loading and unloading goods onto vehicles safely and accurately, ensuring that goods are secured and transited in a safe manner to/from the customer.
Maintaining all aspects of vehicles care including fuelling and cleaning
Adhering to company policy and procedures relating to Health and Safety and security
You will be responsible for general duties within the Workshop.
To assist in other tasks that may be required by supervisory staff to ensure the efficient operation of the workshop.
Essential experience;

Need to hold a clean, current driving licence.
Previous commercial driving experience
Need good geographical road knowledge of London.
Have exceptional people/communication skills.
Be able to work under pressure.
Have excellent attention to detail.
Have good numeracy and literacy skills.
Commutable locations;

Thame, Oxford, Princess Risborough, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, Bicester

Key words;

Van Driver, Driving, 3.5T ton Van Driver, Luton Van, Logistics

INDWARE

Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.

Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER

February 26, 2024/in Industrial Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire Permanent /by Darren Fuller

Position; WAREHOUSE & LOGISTICS MANAGER

Location; Milton Keynes

Salary; £35,000 – £40,000

Our client, a growing, forward-thinking business is looking for a Warehouse Manager to oversee their Milton Keynes Operation, ensuring a full management of compliance, staff and operations is covered.

The role;

We are seeking a highly motivated and organised manager to join their team as a Warehouse Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and improving the daily operations of the warehouse and logistics operation. This role requires a tactical thinker with excellent leadership skills and a proven track record in warehouse management and logistics coordination.

Main responsibilities;

Efficiently manage all aspects of the warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping of products.
Implement and maintain streamlined processes to maximise space, ensuring timely shipment fulfilment and minimising errors.
Supervise and lead warehouse staff, provide training, evaluations, and enhancing a positive working environment.
Collaborate with carriers, freight forwarders, and other logistics partners to negotiate favourable terms and ensure on-time deliveries.

About you;

Applicants should have excellent Experience in a supervisory role within a warehouse environment, with a proven track record of effectively leading and managing teams.
Strong communication skills and a hands-on approach, leading from the front to ensure the operation runs to its highest efficiency.
Knowledge of working within a Bonded warehouse and proficient in the rules and regulations that comes with this.
Knowledgeable in warehouse health and safety requirements to maintain a secure and compliant work environment.
Computer-proficient and adaptable to company software through provided training.

Required;

Preferred experience in E-commerce or in similar position.
Positive and self motivated with a ‘can-do’ attitude
Knowledge of Bonded Warehouses and customs requirements on shipments etc
Flexibility of working hours, The operation runs from 8am until 8pm but you would work a standard day / 40 hour week. But some flexibility around busy times would be required.

Commutable locations;

Bletchley, Woburn, Leighton Buzzard, Buckingham, Bedford, Towcester, Newport Pagnell

INDWARE

Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.

Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

ASSEMBLY OPERATIVE (LATE SHIFT)

February 22, 2024/in Industrial Thame, Oxfordshire Permanent Production, Assembly, Soldering, electrical, mechanical /by Darren Fuller

Position; ASSEMBLY OPERATIVE

Location; THAME

Salary; £13.70 – £14.00 per hour

Our client, a unique and growing business, are looking for a number of assembly operatives to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis assisting with their daily production functions. Carrying our general production duties for a wide range of products.

Our clients working hours are Monday to Thursday 2:30pm – 11pm, Friday hours are 11am – 4pm.

Lates – £26,319 per annum

Responsibilities;

Perform tasks around company products according to established specifications and instructions.
Perform tasks and orders following Production Plan given by Production Planner.
Keep equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following instructions, report any problems or substandard condition to the Team Leader/Supervisor.
Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
Ensure all items are QC checked before processing to minimise faulty or incorrect parts being used for production.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Communicate with both managers and Directors about any issues that may arise.
Ensure work area is always kept clean and tidy.

Essential experience;

Can carry out tasks unsupervised.
Full training will be given with all products and procedures
Knows when to escalate issues and problems.
Can clearly communicate both written and verbally what is required.
Good attention to detail and good manual dexterity.

Commutable locations;

Thame, Oxford, Wheatley, Aylesbury, Long Crendon, Aston Clinton, Chalgrove, Chinnor, Abingdon, Wallingford, Bicester

Key words;

Production, Production Operative, Assembly, Warehouse Operative

INDWARE

Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.

Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

VAN DRIVER (7.5 TON)

February 13, 2024/in Industrial Abingdon, Oxfordshire Permanent /by Darren Fuller

Position; VAN DRIVER (7.5 TON)

Location; Abingdon

Salary; £13 – £15 per hour

Planet Recruitment have recently registered an exciting opportunity for our client based in Abingdon who are seeking a Van Driver (7.5 ton) to start on an immediate The role will be driving the van to customers properties and then to either the warehouse or their new property. Moving goods and ensuring no problems occur.

Hours are 8am – 4pm Monday to Friday (Does include overnight stays)

Main responsibilities;

Moving goods from properties to the warehouse.
Helping out with lifting and moving of goods
Happy to help out in the warehouse when needed

Be aware of personal responsibilities towards and health and safely
Co-operating with the Line manager and site Safety Representative to promote high standards of safety

Essential experience;

Excellent communication skills
Positive and self-motivated with a ‘can-do’ attitude
Ability to work in busy environments
Minimum class C1 (up to 7.5T)
Current driver CPC
Willingness to carry out manual tasks in loading and unloading
Flexible approach to work required and hours

Commutable locations;

Didcot, Abingdon, Wallingford, Harwell, Oxford, Wantage

Key words;

Van Driver, Driving, 7.5 ton Van Driver, ADR, Logistics

INDWARE

Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.

Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Luton Van Driver / Removals

February 13, 2024/in Industrial Abingdon, Oxfordshire Permanent driving, van driving, 7.5t driver /by Darren Fuller

Position; Luton Van Driver / Removals
Location; Abingdon
Salary; £12.00 – £13.00 per hour

Our client is looking for an energetic and motivated Luton Van driver to join their team delivering goods to their customers ensuring that every project is completed to the highest standards.

The Role;

You will be required to deliver goods across the South. You will be required to work with customers face to face and over the telephone ensuring the highest standards are met at all times. Wokring hours are generally from 7am through to 4.30pm Monday to Friday. Hours potentially can vary dependent on different drops and routes. This role does include over night stays for international and long haul routes.

Liaise with Logistics Manager, Company owners and colleagues to ensure each project is completed to the highest standards
Ensure all operational activities such as unloading, storing, picking and loading, including heavy lifting of company items are completed in a timely and professional manner.
Loading and unloading company equipment on and off the Van
Understanding the daily schedule to maximise efficiency and minimise repeat visits to sites
Liaising with Warehouse teams to ensure deliveries are made to site in a timely manner
Ensure vehicles are in a safe condition, with daily road worthiness checks correctly completed before use, and are operated in a safe manner
Proactively take responsibility for keeping vehicles clean and tidy
Maintain stock levels of consumable items on van

Applicants should have some knowledge of driving Sprinter sized vans.

The role is not a multi-drop position.

About you;

Applicants should have a Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points. Knowledge of driving a sprinter sized van would be advantageous as well as dealing with customers on a face to face basis.

Manual handling of heavy items will be required on a daily basis so a good level of physical fitness is required.

Flexibility towards working hours as well as being able to use hand tools would be advantageous.

Benefits;

The company offers fantastic training and excellent progression opportunities .

Similar roles; Delivery driver, Driver/Technician, 7.5t driver,

Commutable locations; Didcot, Wallingford, Thame, Abingdon, Oxford, Kidlington, Bicester, Newbury,

If you think the Van Driver role is for you please contact Darren Fuller at Planet Recruitment, or if you would like more information on the role please contact Darren on 01235 608455 or email

INDWARE

Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.

Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Van Driver

February 9, 2024/in Industrial Abingdon, Oxfordshire Permanent driving, van driving, 7.5t driver /by Darren Fuller

Position; Van Driver
Location; Abingdon
Salary; £11.50 – £12.50 per hour

Our client is looking for an energetic and motivated Luton Van driver to join their team delivering goods to their customers ensuring that every project is completed to the highest standards.

The Role;

You will be required to deliver goods across the South. You will be required to work with customers face to face and over the telephone ensuring the highest standards are met at all times. Wokring hours are generally from 7am through to 4.30pm Monday to Friday. Hours potentially can vary dependent on different drops and routes. This role does include over night stays for international and long haul routes.

Liaise with Logistics Manager, Company owners and colleagues to ensure each project is completed to the highest standards
Ensure all operational activities such as unloading, storing, picking and loading, including heavy lifting of company items are completed in a timely and professional manner.
Loading and unloading company equipment on and off the Van
Understanding the daily schedule to maximise efficiency and minimise repeat visits to sites
Liaising with Warehouse teams to ensure deliveries are made to site in a timely manner
Ensure vehicles are in a safe condition, with daily road worthiness checks correctly completed before use, and are operated in a safe manner
Proactively take responsibility for keeping vehicles clean and tidy
Maintain stock levels of consumable items on van

Applicants should have some knowledge of driving Sprinter sized vans.

The role is not a multi-drop position.

About you;

Applicants should have a Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points. Knowledge of driving a sprinter sized van would be advantageous as well as dealing with customers on a face to face basis.

Manual handling of heavy items will be required on a daily basis so a good level of physical fitness is required.

Flexibility towards working hours as well as being able to use hand tools would be advantageous.

Benefits;

The company offers fantastic training and excellent progression opportunities .

Similar roles; Delivery driver, Driver/Technician, 7.5t driver,

Commutable locations; Didcot, Wallingford, Thame, Abingdon, Oxford, Kidlington, Bicester, Newbury,

If you think the Van Driver role is for you please contact Darren Fuller at Planet Recruitment, or if you would like more information on the role please contact Darren on 01235 608455 or email

INDWARE

Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.

Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

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