<p><span style="-small;">Location:&nbsp;Yate, BS37</span><br /><span style="-small;">Job Role:&nbsp;Goods In/ Goods Out Operative</span><br /><span style="-small;">Hours:&nbsp;AM Mon-Fri 6.00am-2.30pm or PM Mon-Thu 12.00pm-10.30pm</span><br /><span style="-small;">Role Type:&nbsp;Temp to perm</span><br /><span style="-small;">Hourly rate:&nbsp;&pound;13.00 per hour</span></p><p><span style="-small;">gap personnel Bristol are operating as an employment business and currently looking to recruit a Goods In/ Goods Out Operative for a client based in Yate, BS37.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="-small;">Job Responsibilities:</span></p><ul>
<li><span style="-small;">Ensures the accurate, safe, and timely dispatch of products from a warehouse to customers</span></li><li><span style="-small;">Manages incoming deliveries</span></li><li><span style="-small;">Ensures accurate inventory receiving, quality checks, and safe storage</span></li></ul>
<p><span style="-small;">The Candidate:</span></p><ul class="text">
<li><span style="-small;">Previous goods in/ goods out experience is beneficial</span></li><li><span style="-small;">Attention to details</span></li><li><span style="-small;">Ability to communicate</span></li><li><span style="-small;">Counterbalance or Reach Truck licences are beneficial</span></li></ul>
<p><span style="-small;">If you are interested, please get in touch on&nbsp;0117 911 7111&nbsp;or click&nbsp;Apply now!</span></p>

Goods In/ Goods Out Operative

<p data-start="291" data-end="513">We are recruiting for a <strong data-start="315" data-end="343">Manufacturing Technician</strong> in the Haslingden area. This hands-on role involves operating machinery, including sewing machines, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a safe working environment.</p>
<p data-start="291" data-end="513"><strong data-start="164" data-end="177">Location:</strong> BB4<br data-start="193" data-end="196"><strong data-start="196" data-end="204">Pay:</strong> &pound;14.00 per hour<br data-start="220" data-end="223"><strong data-start="223" data-end="232">Type:</strong> Temporary to Permanent<br data-start="255" data-end="258"><strong data-start="258" data-end="268">Shift:</strong> Monday to Thursday</p>
<p><strong data-start="515" data-end="540">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;Operating sewing machines and other machinery in a fast-paced production environment</li>
<li>Ensuring product quality and resolving any production issues</li>
<li>Manual handling and maintaining a clean workspace</li>
</ul>
<p><strong data-start="755" data-end="779">Skills &amp; Experience:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;Previous experience in manufacturing/production</li>
<li>&nbsp;Experience operating sewing machines</li>
<li>&nbsp;Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Able to work efficiently in a physically demanding role</li>
</ul>
<p data-start="998" data-end="1138"><strong data-start="998" data-end="1015">How to Apply:</strong><br data-start="1015" data-end="1018">Send your CV to <strong data-start="1034" data-end="1065"><a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="1036" data-end="1063">blackburn@gap-personnel.com</a></strong> to apply.</p>

Manufacturing Technician

Supply Chain Analyst 

<p>Our client based In Costessey is recruiting for 2 Production Technicians on a temporary to permanent basis.</p><p>The client is expanding the workforce and looking for experienced candidates to join the team &amp; have a supportive and inclusive environment.</p><p>Shifts; &nbsp; 0600-1800/1800-0600, 4 on/off rotating shift pattern</p><p>Pay;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &pound;14.00 per hour, rising to a starting salary of &pound;33,000 or &pound;15.11 per hour when going permanent with the client after 12 weeks of work.</p><p>Main Duties Include;</p><ul>
<li>Working with the production facility completing varied duties</li><li>Working to health &amp; safety standards, taking responsibility for all safe working practices</li><li>Being responsible for production on shift including;</li><ul>
<li>Raw materials, finished product, packing, palletisation &amp; machine care</li></ul>
<li>Washing machinery parts and ensuring they are clean and damage free</li><li>Ensuring all products are processed to specification</li><li>Checking product dimensions and adjusting machinery where needed</li><li>Checking consistency, quality of the product &amp; making adjustments as needed</li><li>Maintaining accurate production records</li><li>Completing &amp; recording cleaning during production changeovers</li><li>Taking effective action in event if machinery breakdown</li><li>Maintain &amp; record all plant conditions in line with role</li><li>Selecting correct packaging materials &amp; pallets for product</li><li>Carrying our rework and rebag operations as needed</li><li>To support with spillages, press cleaning and general hygiene work</li><li>To separate non-conforming products and report to manufacturing manager</li><li>Check and record metal detector functions</li><li>Be a flexible team member to any reasonable duties requested</li></ul>
<p>The Successful candidate will demonstrate;</p><ul>
<li>Previous experience in a Food manufacturing or manufacturing environment</li><li>Ability to work on own initiative, whilst being a good team player</li><li>Good written &amp; verbal communication skills</li><li>Basic I.T skills as will be using excel and Microsoft products</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Ability to carry out physical work as needed in line with the role</li></ul>
<p>Immediate interviews available, please apply today.</p>

Production Technician 

<p>Role:&nbsp;Picker Packer</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: &pound;12.71 per hour</p><p>Shifts: Monday to Fridaay 7.30am - 5pm&nbsp;</p><p>We are looking for a Picker Packer to join our busy and fast-paced warehouse team. This is a physically demanding role that requires energy, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul class="text">
<li>The main duties for the warehouse will be picking, packing, stock checking and general housekeeping.</li><li>The successful candidate will need to possess a valid clean driving license for occasional driving duties.</li><li>You must possess an enthusiastic, outgoing, positive and professional attitude</li><li>Be conscientious and have the ability to work quickly and unsupervised</li><li>Good attention to detail</li><li>Polite, trustworthy and reliable at all times</li></ul>
<p>About you:</p><ul class="text">
<li>Previous picking and packing experience</li><li>Reliable and punctual&nbsp;</li><li>Keen on learning new skills</li></ul>
<p>If you&rsquo;re hardworking, hands-on, and ready for a challenging but rewarding role &mdash;&nbsp;apply today to join our warehouse team!</p>

Warehouse picker 

<p class="MsoNormal">We have an exciting opportunity to join the team of one of our well established clients in Rishton as an Assembly / Production operative.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Contract: Temporary to Permanent</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Salary: &pound;12.71 per hour plus shift allowance&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Shifts: Monday to Friday - 6AM - 2:15PM</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Successful candidates will be involved but not limited to:</p>
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">assembling products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">visual quality checks</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">operating various machines</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">working to strict standards and measurements</li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Candidates must have good attention to details and be physically fit as the role will involve heavy lifting.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Previous assembly or machine operative experience in manufacturing industry would be beneficial, and candidates must be able to communicate in English.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Benefits after 12 weeks:</p>
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">&pound;100 birthday voucher</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">attendance bonus</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">quality bonus</li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Please click APPLY or send your CV to blackburn@gap-personnel.com if interested!</p>

 Assembly / Production operative.

<p data-start="80" data-end="314"><br data-start="115" data-end="118">We are currently recruiting for Production Operatives to join a manufacturing site in Rossendale. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that requires the operation of machinery and tools in a busy manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will be reliable, hardworking, and safety-conscious.</p>
<p data-start="80" data-end="314"><strong data-start="118" data-end="131">Location:</strong> Rossendale<br data-start="142" data-end="145"><strong data-start="145" data-end="163">Shift Pattern:</strong> Monday to Thursday, 07:00 &ndash; 17:00&nbsp;<br data-start="237" data-end="240"><strong data-start="240" data-end="248">Pay:</strong> &pound;13.67 per hour including shift allowance</p>
<p data-start="80" data-end="314"><br data-start="282" data-end="285"><strong data-start="285" data-end="314">Immediate Start Available</strong></p>
<p data-start="630" data-end="655"><strong data-start="630" data-end="655">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<ul data-start="656" data-end="949">
<li data-section-id="k1qnmc" data-start="656" data-end="714">Work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment</li>
<li data-section-id="16gvw89" data-start="715" data-end="782">Set up and operate machinery, including saws and various machines</li>
<li data-section-id="1f5n14m" data-start="783" data-end="835">Identify and resolve production issues efficiently</li>
<li data-section-id="8tkvyq" data-start="836" data-end="883">Minimise scrap and maximise production output</li>
<li data-section-id="v6xukc" data-start="884" data-end="949">Ensure quality and safety standards are maintained at all times</li>
</ul>
<p data-start="951" data-end="965"><strong data-start="951" data-end="965">About You:</strong></p>
<ul data-start="966" data-end="1157">
<li data-section-id="1bymc1q" data-start="966" data-end="1026">Practical and hands-on experience with tools and machinery</li>
<li data-section-id="157jdyz" data-start="1027" data-end="1079">Ability to work quickly while maintaining accuracy</li>
<li data-section-id="q8b5nd" data-start="1080" data-end="1111">Strong problem-solving skills</li>
<li data-section-id="1eankue" data-start="1112" data-end="1157">Reliable, safety-conscious, and hardworking</li>
</ul>
<p data-start="1159" data-end="1186"><strong data-start="1159" data-end="1186">Additional Information:</strong></p>
<ul data-start="1187" data-end="1301">
<li data-section-id="1n8xncw" data-start="1187" data-end="1214">Immediate start available</li>
<li data-section-id="1stbk3c" data-start="1215" data-end="1301">Candidates must be able to pass a Drugs Test, due to the nature of machinery on site</li>
</ul>
<p data-start="1303" data-end="1445"><strong data-start="1303" data-end="1320">How to Apply:</strong><br data-start="1320" data-end="1323">Please send your CV to <strong data-start="1346" data-end="1377"><a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="1348" data-end="1375">blackburn@gap-personnel.com</a></strong> if you meet the required skills and are interested in the position.</p>

 Production Operative 

<div class="otQkpb" role="heading" aria-level="3" data-animation-nesting="" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-processed="true" data-sae="">🚀 PRODUCTION OPERATIVES WANTED | SANDYCROFT</div>
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<li class="dF3vjf" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAEIBhAA" data-complete="true" data-sae=""><span class="T286Pc" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true"><strong class="Yjhzub" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true">Starting Pay:</strong>&nbsp;&pound;13.41 per hour</span></li>
<li class="dF3vjf" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAEIBhAB" data-complete="true" data-sae=""><span class="T286Pc" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true"><strong class="Yjhzub" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true">After 12 Weeks:</strong>&nbsp;&pound;14.49 per hour</span></li>
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</ul>
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<li class="dF3vjf" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAEICBAA" data-complete="true" data-sae=""><span class="T286Pc" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true">3-week rotating pattern (Days &amp; Nights)</span></li>
<li class="dF3vjf" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAEICBAB" data-complete="true" data-sae=""><span class="T286Pc" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true">12-hour shifts (7am &ndash; 7pm / 7pm &ndash; 7am)</span></li>
<li class="dF3vjf" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAEICBAC" data-complete="true" data-sae=""><span class="T286Pc" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true">Perfect for those who love variety and high earnings.</span></li>
</ul>
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<li class="dF3vjf" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAEIChAA" data-complete="true" data-sae=""><span class="T286Pc" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true">Operating blow/injection moulding machines.</span></li>
<li class="dF3vjf" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAEIChAB" data-complete="true" data-sae=""><span class="T286Pc" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true">End-of-line packing &amp; palletising.</span></li>
<li class="dF3vjf" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAEIChAC" data-complete="true" data-sae=""><span class="T286Pc" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true">Quality checking top-tier products.</span></li>
<li class="dF3vjf" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAEIChAD" data-complete="true" data-sae=""><span class="T286Pc" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true"><em class="eujQNb" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true">Full training provided!</em></span></li>
</ul>
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<li class="dF3vjf" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-hveid="CAEIDBAA" data-complete="true" data-sae=""><span class="T286Pc" data-sfc-cp="" data-sfc-root="c" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true">Manufacturing or assembly experience.</span></li>
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</ul>

Production Operative 

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Ever watched a perfectly timed factory shift get thrown off by a single <a title="reliable staffing" href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/reliability-that-matches-your-peaks-troughs-and-skill-needs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">unprepared temp?</a> It's the industrial equivalent of watching a conga line hit a wall &ndash; awkward, off-kilter, and everything grinds to a halt. We&rsquo;ve watched it unfold from afar time and time again: the confused arrivals, the last-minute PPE panic, the induction &ldquo;oops&rdquo; moments. And trust us, it doesn&rsquo;t have to be that way.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: rgb(53, 152, 219);"><strong>Chaos included</strong></span></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Picture this: PPE missing, induction that covers everything but the actual role, and a temp doing their best to make sense of it all. It might seem like a small blip, but busy operations rarely have the bandwidth for uncertainty. Machines sit idle, materials don&rsquo;t flow, and your experienced team suddenly spends the first hour getting someone up to speed instead of getting stuck into their job.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: rgb(53, 152, 219);"><strong>Prep like a pro</strong></span></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;"><a title="quality hires" href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/quality-hires-beat-quick-fixes-every-time/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Temps turning up ready</a> shouldn&rsquo;t be optional &ndash; it should be a given. And it&rsquo;s not like you are asking for too much. Let&rsquo;s face it, all you really want for your temporary workforce is clear instructions, a relevant induction, and the right PPE. Not exactly rocket science. Think of it as setting someone up for success from day one, instead of dropping them in at the deep end and hoping for the best. Agency partners who ignore this risk more than confusion and delays &ndash; they could also see productivity dip and good temps walking away before they&rsquo;ve even hit their stride.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: rgb(53, 152, 219);"><strong>Hit the ground running</strong></span></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">At gap personnel, we don&rsquo;t just send bodies through the door. We send temps who are ready for the shift, not learning it on the go. Whether that means attending an induction with us, or turning up fully prepped for yours, we keep confusion and chaos off the floor.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">The result? Temps who step in confidently, get straight to work, and keep production humming. In fact, many of the people we place go on to stay far beyond their initial placement, becoming valued permanent members of our clients&rsquo; teams. With us there is no firefighting. No hand-holding. Just people who are ready to work &ndash; with bonus points if they stay for the long haul.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: rgb(53, 152, 219);"><strong>Happy teams, happy machines</strong></span></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">When temps arrive ready, everyone wins. Machines hum, schedules stay on track, and your team can focus on their real jobs instead of playing tour guide. At gap personnel, &ldquo;prepared&rdquo; isn&rsquo;t a checkbox &ndash; it&rsquo;s a promise. And honestly? #ItJustWorks.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Ready for temps who arrive prepared, confident, and ready to work? <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get in touch with our team today.</a></p>
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When winging it with temps just doesn’t fly

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">In the industrial sector, change is constant. But when that change comes in the form of a workforce transfer, it represents operational risk. The real challenge often isn&rsquo;t finding temporary staff &ndash; it&rsquo;s making sure they stick around during transitions, where even small disruptions can ripple quickly through team stability, affecting productivity and morale. In this month&rsquo;s <em>#ItJustWorks</em>, we&rsquo;re taking a look at workforce transfers and how a bit of forward planning can stop the chaos <em>before</em> it starts.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #3598db;"><strong>Workforce transfers gone wrong</strong></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">When agencies change, whether it&rsquo;s a shift to a master vendor or a full workforce transfer to a new provider, it&rsquo;s rarely just a uniform swap. We&rsquo;ve heard it all &ndash; contract confusion, emails landing in the wrong inbox, and nobody seeming to know who&rsquo;s running the show. And once that uncertainty creeps in, it spreads fast. Left to chance, a handover that should be smooth sailing can quickly turn into a game of whack-a-mole, with a side of absenteeism and low engagement.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #3598db;"><strong>A little planning goes a long way</strong></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">A successful workforce transfer is about far more than a quick switch of agency partners. Getting ahead of the game isn&rsquo;t just good practice; it&rsquo;s essential for keeping operations on track, protecting productivity, and making sure everyone knows what&rsquo;s happening well before the changeover. Being upfront with staff removes guesswork early, helping teams stay focused and keeping day-to-day output steady.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">And yes, the paperwork side matters too. Proper attention to TUPE and employment rules keeps everyone out of hot water long after the transfer is complete. Get it right, and your temporary staff stay happy, operations keep moving smoothly, and the potential for panic doesn&rsquo;t even get a look in &ndash; supporting retention, compliance, and long-term stability in the process.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #3598db;"><strong>Making transfers work for you</strong></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">At gap personnel, we stay close to the operation during transfers, supporting staff on the ground and checking in regularly so clients always have a clear view of how things are progressing. We focus on what matters to people on the front line, clarifying next steps and taking a consultative approach by holding regular conversations with workers so they feel supported, not passed along, and understand exactly what to expect.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Supported by our dedicated HR and compliance specialists throughout, our hands-on approach combined with in-depth knowledge of the industrial sector ensures the right processes are in place, paperwork is handled properly, and nothing is left to chance. The result? A seamless handover, minimal disruption to exiting colleagues, and teams working together effectively from day one.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #3598db;"><strong>Preparation that pays off - every time</strong></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Workforce transfers don&rsquo;t have to be a headache. With the right preparation, clear communication, and a supportive mindset, temporary staff stay happy, day-to-day performance continues without interruption, and everyone knows where they stand. It&rsquo;s far easier to prevent problems than tackle them as they come &ndash; which is exactly why, with gap personnel,<em> #ItJustWorks.</em></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Planning a workforce transfer? We&rsquo;d be happy to help. <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/">Get in touch with our team to find out more.</a></p>
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How not to lose your team (or your head) during a workforce transfer

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">In busy industrial environments, productivity is everything. So when it dips, or <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/battling-attrition-how-to-keep-your-workforce-engaged-during-peak/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">turnover</a> creeps up, it&rsquo;s hard to miss. And the question on everyone&rsquo;s mind is usually the same: what&rsquo;s actually causing it?</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">We see it all too often, recruitment agencies or businesses focus on filling shifts quickly rather than matching people to the reality of the role. When that happens, the impact is felt on the shop floor, where small delays stack up and momentum is ultimately lost. Yikes.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #3598db;"><strong>The trouble with "that'll do" staffing (spoiler: it rarely&nbsp;<em>does</em>)</strong></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Industrial roles aren&rsquo;t necessarily interchangeable, even if they look similar on paper. Pace, physical demands, working conditions, and repetition &ndash; they all play a part, and not everyone responds to those pressures in the same way.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Choosing whoever is available, instead of who is right, rarely goes well onsite. The result? High turnover and low productivity &ndash; we&rsquo;ll lay off on the &ldquo;I told you so&rdquo; moments whilst you try not facepalm too hard.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #3598db;"><strong>Where speed thrills, but understanding kills... turnover</strong></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">This is where a recruitment agency that truly understands your needs makes all the difference. By taking the time to learn how an operation works, what each role demands, and who is most likely to succeed, the right candidates are placed faster, perform better, and stick around longer.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Knowing your operation and the role like the back of their hand means your recruitment partner can put the right person in the right place &ndash; and that person hits the ground running from day one. Fewer leavers, faster output. In short, a win-win all round.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #3598db;"><strong>What gap personnel does differently</strong></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">At gap personnel, recruitment starts with listening. As a specialist industrial recruitment agency focused on industrial recruitment, we invest time in understanding tempo, pressures, and culture before putting candidates forward.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Once we know what makes your operation tick, robust candidate screening ensures suitability always comes first &ndash; but we do it at scale. This means we can supply skilled temporary staff in the numbers you need, without ever resorting to a &ldquo;bums on seats&rdquo; approach.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">But we can only do so much on our own. The best candidates want more than a job &ndash; they want a quality placement with a quality employer. That&rsquo;s why we work <em>with</em> you to make sure people want to work <em>for </em>you, whether it&rsquo;s highlighting perks, showcasing growth opportunities, or simply telling your story. The goal? Making your business a place people are excited to join.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #3598db;"><strong>A workforce that works, for results that count</strong></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">When the right recruitment partner is doing the right things, the results aren&rsquo;t necessarily dramatic. But they are noticeable. People settle in quicker. Teams don&rsquo;t feel like they&rsquo;re constantly starting over. Managers stop spinning plates and can get back to running the operation.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">By delivering both volume and quality, tailored recruitment isn&rsquo;t just a process. It keeps your operation running smoothly and your teams performing at their best. That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re trusted across the UK to provide industrial staffing that genuinely works.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #3598db;"><strong>It just... works (and that's no accident)</strong></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Recruitment shouldn&rsquo;t feel like a compromise. A recruitment agency that invests time to understand your culture and expectations delivers something far more valuable than a quick fix &ndash; it creates a stable, skilled, and scalable workforce that keeps your operation running smoothly and your teams performing at their best. And we think that <em>just works</em> far better than any quick fix or rushed hire.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Are you ready for a partnership that just works? <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get in touch with our team today.</a></p>
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<p>Benefits</p><p><br>So, the core values sound like a good fit for you &ndash; but what else is on offer?</p><ul><li>25 days holidays plus bank holidays</li><li>An additional &frac12; day on your birthday</li><li>Vouchers on your work anniversary to say thank you from us</li><li>Industry-leading bonus scheme</li><li>Private medical insurance (after qualifying period)</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Annual company awards event</li></ul><p>What are you waiting for? We&rsquo;d love to hear from you.<br><br></p>

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<h2><span style="color: #ecf0f1;">Sounds like a good fit for you - but what else is on offer ?</span></h2>
<p><span style="color: #ecf0f1;">Great benefits worth up to &pound;1,740 per year including:</span></p>
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<li style="color: #ecf0f1;"><span style="color: #ecf0f1;">Heavily subsidised on-site canteen</span></li>
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<li style="color: #ecf0f1;"><span style="color: #ecf0f1;">The Range shop discounts</span></li>
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<div class="description"><h2><span style="color: #2c2864;"><strong>What makes The Range a different kind of workplace?</strong></span></h2>
<div class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: #2c2864;">What makes working for this leading brand different? Well, that’s easy:</span></div>
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<li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: #2c2864;">The Range has grown enormously since it’s inception in 1989, and now has over 200 stores nationwide. People are at the heart of their retail concept, and they want to invest in their staff and make the future extraordinary.</span></li>
<li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: #2c2864;">As a result of their success and ongoing expansion plans, they are opening their brand-new distribution centre in Stowmarket and this investment will create great opportunities with excellent onsite facilities and employee benefits.</span></li>
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<h2><strong>Permanent full time and part time jobs working directly for The Range</strong></h2><p>Jobs available with great pay rates:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Warehouse Associates</li><li>Forklift drivers</li><li>Shift Managers</li><li>Front Line Managers</li><li>Supervisors</li><li>Goods in/out team</li><li>Warehouse / MHE team</li></ul>

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<p><strong>As our business grows, so does our need for great people to join us.</strong></p><p>Did you know that happy employees stay in their job on average four times longer than unhappy employees? It’s why we work so hard to build a workplace that’s a supportive, fun place to grow.</p><p>And not to blow our own trumpet but we really do look after our staff – so much so, that in 2024 we were officially acknowledged as a ‘World Class Company to Work For’ when we were awarded a best companies 3-star accreditation, achieved through "outstanding" commitment to workplace engagement.</p><p>We look for team members who embody our core values; innovative - Consultative, Accountable, Real and Ethical. Sound like you? Then check out our current vacancies. And if there’s nothing that tickles your fancy right now please don’t hesitate to get in touch about future opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<h5>Our branches offer regional coverage.</h5><p>Get in touch with the team who are most local to you; either give them a call or drop your message in the get in touch form.</p>

<p>It's pretty tricky to talk about who we are without sounding like it’s all about us – it's not, but we understand why you might want to know a bit more about us when deciding if we’re the right fit for your business.</p><p>So, if it's a quick intro you're after have a little watch of the video below to find out how a small start-up in North Wales grew to be one of the largest industrial recruitment businesses in the UK with the financial backing that comes with being part of R Capital's strategic portfolio.</p>

Operating from one of our many branches across England and Wales, our consultants are on hand to offer tailored support and local knowledge for all your recruitment needs.

This is our business mindset, constantly striving to redefine the standard of excellence in everything we do, always looking for opportunities for improvement across our core values.We operate in a manner where continuous 360 feedback is encouraged and proactively sought to enable us to identify areas where further development or improvement is required.

The best interests of all our people are at the heart of all we do; we’re not “yes” people, we want to offer our expertise, even if it means a difficult conversation. We always look to ensure that we fully identify the needs of our customers, operate our business in a manner which not only meets the needs of our customers, but, where possible, exceeds them.

We uphold a culture of responsibility, defining and agreeing expectations, and being held accountable against them. Delivering appropriate training to our teams meaning everyone at The Company understands how to do their job and always aim to do it right first time. 

We are not faceless; we’re people who work on a national basis across a range of sectors, all towards a common goal. Let’s have real conversations about needs and how we can help. Regularly review our service provision processes. Identify the potential for errors, review and seek countermeasures and implement improved processes and controls to eliminate them.

We offer peace of mind through ethical and compliant practices, for clients, candidates, and employees. Maintain a fair and creative work environment that respects and rewards new ideas, innovation and hard work. 

<h2>Talk to us about Driver CPC training</h2><p>We’re a fully qualified driving school able to support drivers through their initial and ongoing periodic training. You can find out more <a href="/employers-specialisms/cpc-training/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>

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<h5>Vision</h5><p class="ql-align-justify">To become the first-choice recruitment partner by developing a brand that our customers, candidates, and employees are proud to be associated with.</p>

<h5>Mission</h5><p class="ql-align-justify">Through real people providing real solutions, our customers and candidates experience a true recruitment partnership. As a national provider with local presence, we are proud to deliver ethical and flexible employment solutions, accredited training, and people development.</p>

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It’s right there in the job title, ‘Recruitment Consultant’. We want to understand exactly what you’re looking for in your next role; your salary expectations, where you can travel to, shift patterns that will work for you. Only by consulting with you can we find you a role that fits your wants and needs.

If we say we’ll do it, then we’ll do it. Got a query? If we don’t already have the answer we’ll find out and get back to you. Is something not quite working out with your job role? We want to know so we can try and resolve it.

We want to get to know you so we can support you personally. By being approachable and responsive we will build a real relationship with you so we can have open and honest conversations.

We have lots of compliance processes in place to safeguard the welfare of our workers, but more it’s more than that - we promise to always be totally transparent. You’ll know every detail of any placement on offer before you agree to it, and if it’s not for you there’ll be no pressure from us.

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We have lots of compliance processes in place to safeguard the welfare of our workers, but it’s more than that - we promise to always be totally transparent. You’ll know every detail of any placement on offer before you agree to it, and if it’s not for you there’ll be no pressure from us.

<h2>Talk to us about Driver CPC training</h2><p>We’re a fully qualified driving school able to support you through your initial and ongoing periodic training. You can find out more <a href="/job-seekers-specialisms/cpc-training/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>

<p><strong>Want to know why jobseekers come back to us time and time again? </strong></p><p>It's because we care. We always ask our jobseekers and workers for feedback at every stage of their journey with us, and then we act upon it.</p><p>We're 'people' people through and through, and we recognise that you are at the core of everything we do &ndash; it's embedded in our core values.</p>

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<h6><strong>Get in touch</strong></h6><ul><li>Our teams are ready to help, no matter how big or small your requirements.</li><li>We can offer high volume temporary workforce supply with an onsite provision, a local branch-based team, or a combination of the two if you have multiple operations, or resourcing for permanent workers &ndash; just let us know what you need.</li><li>Drop us your vacancy needs and we&rsquo;ll give you a call back, or head over to our contact page and get in touch with your local team today.</li></ul>

<p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Need new industrial staff for your business?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">We can help you recruit temporary and permanent employees in Warehousing, Logistics, Manufacturing, FMCG and many other blue-collar roles.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">With over 50 hubs across England and Wales made up of high-street branches and onsite managed services, we're confident we can source and hire the candidates you're looking for.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Please let us know your requirements and we'll be in touch within 24 hours. </span></p>

<div>Established in 1989, The Range has grown organically to become the UK's fastest-growing retailer, now with over 200 stores across the nation. Their commitment to quality is reflected in the diverse selection of over 140,000 products spanning 16 departments, from homewares and furniture to DIY and art supplies. gap personnel is proud to have been appointed as the exclusive supplier for The Range Stowmarket DC. We are currently managing the recruitment process for all roles at this location.</div>

<div class="description"><h2><span style="color: #2c2864;"><strong><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Do you have high-volume temporary requirements?</span></strong></span></h2><p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: #2c2864;">Onsite supply solution:</span></p><ul><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: #2c2864;">Your dedicated contract management team will be based within your operation as an extension of your operational team.</span></li><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;"><span style="color: #2c2864;">They&rsquo;ll be right there to partner with you to target improvements across key areas like planning, fulfilment, pre-placement training, productivity, and compliance.</span></li><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;"><span style="color: #2c2864;">But it&rsquo;s about so much more than operational delivery; candidate engagement at every stage of the journey is central to success. We&rsquo;ll work with you to increase candidate attraction and minimise worker attrition so you can benefit from the associated efficiency gains.</span></li></ul><p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body"><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: #2c2864;">Want to hear more about what our onsite team can do for you? We have a specialist high-volume implementation team ready to support a seamless, fully-risk-managed transition to our service &ndash; let&rsquo;s get the conversation started.</span></p></div>

<p data-start="59" data-end="380">Recruitment isn&rsquo;t without its challenges - compliance, audits, candidate quality, transparent pricing, clear communication, and reliable partnerships. At gap personnel, we don&rsquo;t just promise solutions, we deliver them. But don&rsquo;t take our word for it. Hear from businesses who&rsquo;ve trusted us to get it right, every time.</p>

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