Warehouse OperativeTemporary Okehampton, DevonWe are seeking a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative to join a busy and fast-paced distribution environment. This is a hands-on role involving picking, packing, and general warehouse cleaning duties, helping ensure orders are processed accurately and efficiently.Working Hours &amp; Pay<ul>
<li>Monday to Friday: 08:00 &ndash; 17:00 (40-hour week)</li><li>Includes 1-hour unpaid break per day</li><li>Occasional Saturdays required</li><li>Some early starts (from 06:00) may also be needed depending on operational demand</li><li>&pound;13.50ph</li></ul>
Key Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Picking and packing customer orders accurately and efficiently</li><li>Maintaining a clean and safe warehouse environment</li><li>Assisting with stock movement, organisation, and general warehouse duties</li><li>Following health &amp; safety procedures at all times</li><li>Supporting the wider team to meet daily dispatch targets</li></ul>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For<ul>
<li>Previous warehouse experience is helpful but not essential</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Good level of physical fitness (manual handling involved)</li><li>Reliable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team</li><li>Flexible approach to occasional overtime and varied start times</li></ul>
What We Offer<ul>
<li>Supportive working environment</li><li>On-the-job training provided</li></ul>
If you&rsquo;re looking for a consistent role in a busy warehouse environment and are happy with an early-start, hands-on position, we&rsquo;d like to hear from you.

Warehouse Operative

Gap Personnel (operating as an employment business) are currently recruiting for our client in Hortonwood, Telford.
Hours of work: Day shift 7am to 4.15pm Monday to Thursday 7am to 11am Friday
Pay: &pound;13.08PH - &pound;510.12 weekly&nbsp;
The job: &middot;Organizing stock rotation within the warehouse in preparation for intake and despatch &middot; completion of relevant paperwork.
loading and uloading pallets into racking area using Reach truck.
Must hold current Reach licence and have previous experience&nbsp;
What we want from you - &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A positive attitude to work &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Good Attendance &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A real team player who can contribute to the success of the company &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Have a flexible approach to work and duties &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Happy to take on training to ensure you have the right tools to do your job What we give you - &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great working environment &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Continuous work
Genuine prospects of long term work based on site investment If you are interested in applying for this vacancy please email your CV to telford@gap-personnel.com alternatively, you can call our office on 01952443750 to speak to one of our team members who will be happy to help.

FLT Reach 

Gap Personnel who operate as an employment business are recruiting for a Supply Chain Coordinator:
Ongoing work with permanent opportunities for the right candidate
Location: Nantwich CW5
Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 1pm
Pay:&nbsp;&pound;32,000 - &pound;34,000 DOE
An excellent opportunity to start with one of Cheshire's leading manufacturing factories.&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Manage end-to-end supply chain activities, including raising and processing purchase orders for raw materials, packaging, and consumables.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Plan and coordinate production schedules to align raw material availability with manufacturing requirements and finished goods dispatch.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Manage inbound logistics (raw material deliveries) and outbound logistics (dispatch of finished goods to customers).
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Prepare dispatch documentation, book transport, liaise with hauliers, and monitor delivery performance.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Maintain strong supplier relationships, managing lead times, chasing late deliveries, and resolving shortages.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Liaise closely with Production, Technical/Quality, and Dispatch to ensure the smooth movement of goods throughout the facility.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Track supply chain KPIs such as stock levels, order accuracy, lead times, and delivery performance.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Identify and resolve supply chain issues quickly and effectively.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ensure compliance with food safety, traceability, and regulatory requirements.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Support continuous improvement initiatives within ordering, stock control, and logistical processes.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Handle ad-hoc parcel dispatch requests, including packaging, labelling, courier booking, and tracking
Skills, Experience &amp; Personal Attributes
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Previous experience working within the supply chain of a manufacturing business (food manufacturing experience highly desirable).
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Good understanding of production and planning environments, logistics, dispatch, and inventory control.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong planning, organisational, and coordination skills.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Confident communicator, able to work effectively with suppliers, transport providers, and internal teams.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Proficient in Microsoft Excel and/or ERP/supply chain systems.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A proactive problem-solver who can work well under pressure.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Enthusiastic, reliable, and a strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude
The role is due to start immediately for the successful candidate.
If this role is of interest, please send your CV to <a style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);" href="mailto:crewe@gap-personnel.com">crewe@gap-personnel.com</a> or call 01270 581 888.

Supply Chain Coordinator

Machine Operative x 3, Mold &pound;16.94 per hour | Mon-Fri 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm &amp; 10pm | Immediate Starts Available
Pay &amp; Working Hours
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Key Responsibilities
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<li data-section-id="3msrdy" data-start="524" data-end="657">Operating conversion machinery or similar equipment within a corrugated/cardboard environment</li>
<li data-section-id="szmcxg" data-start="658" data-end="737">Feeding board into machines and ensuring smooth, continuous production runs</li>
<li data-section-id="1hz3xwu" data-start="738" data-end="843">Monitoring machine performance, identifying faults, and escalating issues to the line leader promptly</li>
<li data-section-id="1hyiq1d" data-start="844" data-end="943">Carrying out in-process quality checks to ensure finished products meet required specifications</li>
<li data-section-id="b3ypxw" data-start="944" data-end="1043">Maintaining a clean and safe working area in line with production and health &amp; safety standards</li>
<li data-section-id="2b1yh2" data-start="1044" data-end="1141">Working independently while supporting the wider production team to meet daily output targets</li>
</ul>
Essential Requirements
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<li data-section-id="1hka36x" data-start="1172" data-end="1271">Previous experience working within a cardboard, corrugated, or packaging conversion environment</li>
<li data-section-id="yz4e24" data-start="1272" data-end="1380">Experience operating production or conversion machinery (e.g. die-cutting, gluing, printing, or similar)</li>
<li data-section-id="9z3q0p" data-start="1381" data-end="1437">Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality</li>
</ul>
How to Apply If you feel you have the relevant experience, please send your CV to <a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="1777" data-end="1800">flint@gap-personnel.com</a> to apply or call&nbsp;01352 762213 for more information.

Machine Operator

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Mixing &amp; Blending Operative with FLT experience to join their production team in Blackburn. This role involves a combination of ingredient mixing, accurate measurement work, and FLT duties within a busy manufacturing environment.
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Salary: &pound;12.91 per hour (Days/Afternoons)&nbsp;
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &pound;15.25 per hour (Nights)
Location: Blackburn
Job Type: Full‑time, Rotating Shifts
Licence Required: Valid RTITB Counterbalance
<div>&nbsp;</div>
</div>
<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li>
Mixing and blending ingredients following written instructions
</li>
<li>
Measuring quantities accurately (good numeracy and literacy essential)
</li>
<li>
Operating FLT Counterbalance as required
</li>
<li>
Supporting production and warehouse operations
</li>
<li>
Maintaining a safe and clean working environment
</li>
</ul>
<div>&nbsp;</div>
<h3>Shifts</h3>
Training: 06:00 &ndash; 14:00 Rotating Shifts (post‑training):
<ul role="list">
<li>
06:00 &ndash; 14:00
</li>
<li>
14:00 &ndash; 22:00
</li>
<li>
22:00 &ndash; 06:00
</li>
</ul>
You must be able to work all three shifts.
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<h3>About You</h3>
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<li>
Valid RTITB Counterbalance licence
</li>
<li>
Good numeracy and literacy for measuring and mixing
</li>
<li>
Experience in production or warehouse environments
</li>
<li>
Reliable, punctual and safety‑focused
</li>
<li>
Able to work rotating shifts
</li>
</ul>
<div>&nbsp;</div>
<h3>How to Apply</h3>
Please send your CV and a copy of your FLT Counterbalance licence to blackburn@gap-personnel.com. We will contact shortlisted candidates with further details.

Mixing & Blending Operative (with FLT)

Mechanical EngineerPaigntonSalary &pound;55,000 + DOEFull Time - Mon&ndash;FriThe CompanyA well-established and growing food manufacturing business is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join its engineering team at its site in Paignton.This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment, supporting machinery performance, reducing downtime, and driving continuous improvement across the site.The role would suit someone with previous manufacturing or FMCG engineering experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking business.The RoleAs Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting production operations through planned and reactive maintenance activities, fault finding, and continuous improvement projects.Working closely with production and technical teams, you will help maximise equipment reliability and ensure engineering standards are maintained across the site.This is a hands-on role offering plenty of variety and the opportunity to make a real impact within the business.Key Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Carry out planned preventative maintenance across production equipment</li><li>Respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns and reactive maintenance tasks</li><li>Fault find on electrical and mechanical systems</li><li>Support continuous improvement and efficiency projects</li><li>Help minimise downtime and maximise production performance</li><li>Work closely with production teams to resolve engineering issues</li><li>Maintain accurate maintenance records using CMMS systems</li><li>Support health &amp; safety and food safety compliance across site</li><li>Assist with contractor management and site audits when required</li><li>Contribute to improving engineering processes and site performance</li></ul>
Candidate RequirementsThe successful candidate will ideally have:<ul>
<li>Electrical or multi-skilled engineering background</li><li>Engineering qualifications such as City &amp; Guilds, BTEC, NVQ or Apprenticeship</li><li>Previous experience within manufacturing, FMCG or food production environments</li><li>Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills</li><li>Good understanding of health &amp; safety practices</li><li>Experience with CMMS systems would be advantageous</li><li>A proactive and positive attitude</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li></ul>
What&rsquo;s on Offer<ul>
<li>Competitive salary</li><li>25 days holiday</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Career development and progression opportunities</li><li>Supportive team environment</li></ul>
Working Hours<ul>
<li>Monday to Friday</li><li>8:00am &ndash; 5:00pm</li><li>Flexibility required based on business needs</li><li>Occasional Saturday working may be required</li></ul>

Mechanical Engineer

Location: Gloucester&nbsp;Pay Rate: &pound;14.00 - &pound;14.50 per hour DOEContract: Temporary ongoing, with permanent opportunities availableGap Personnel is excited to announce a fantastic opportunity to work with our prestigious, well-established client based in Gloucester. We are seeking an exceptional candidate to join a thriving and growing business, offering excellent future prospects and benefits.<hr data-start="552" data-end="555" />
<h3 data-start="557" data-end="581">Position Details</h3>
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Job Type: Temp to Perm</li><li data-start="613" data-end="646">
Pay Rate: &pound;14.00 - &pound;14.50 per hour</li><li data-start="647" data-end="680">
Hours: 40+ hours per week</li><li data-start="681" data-end="805">
Schedule: Monday to Friday with 04:30am, 6:00am, and 7:30am starts, daytime hours, and occasional overtime available</li><li data-start="806" data-end="845">
Location: In person, Gloucester</li></ul>
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<h3 data-start="852" data-end="872">Requirements</h3>
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<li data-start="873" data-end="904">
Full UK Driving Licence</li><li data-start="905" data-end="947">
Experience: Full training provided</li><li data-start="948" data-end="1008">
Language: Good understanding of the English language</li><li data-start="1009" data-end="1126">
Physical Fitness: Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks, including using a hose and telescopic pole</li><li data-start="1127" data-end="1237">
Attributes: Honest, trustworthy, reliable, with high cleaning standards and strong attention to detail</li><li data-start="1238" data-end="1311">
Flexibility: Willingness to adapt and progress within the company</li><li data-start="1312" data-end="1391">
References: Ability to provide employment references upon request</li></ul>
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<h3 data-start="1398" data-end="1428">Additional Information</h3>
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<li data-start="1429" data-end="1524">
Company Vehicle: May be provided after successful completion of the probationary period</li><li data-start="1525" data-end="1559">
On-Site Parking: Available</li></ul>
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<h3 data-start="1566" data-end="1582">Schedule</h3>
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<li data-start="1583" data-end="1596">
Day Shift</li><li data-start="1597" data-end="1617">
Monday to Friday</li></ul>
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<h3 data-start="1624" data-end="1641">Apply Now</h3>
If you are a serious applicant who meets the above criteria and is looking to join a successful and growing team, we want to hear from you. This role offers an excellent opportunity for career progression and the chance to become a valued permanent member of staff.Sound like the job for you? Click APPLY to upload your CV and one of our friendly team will be in contact. Don&rsquo;t have a CV? Call the office on 01452 302852 and the team will help you with your registration.Gap Personnel is acting as an employment business.

Window Cleaner

Gap personnel is recruiting multiple food production Operatives to join our client&rsquo;s seafood processing team based in shoeburyness.Pay Rate:&nbsp;&pound;12.71 per hour Hours:&nbsp;Variety of shifts&nbsp;Monday to Sunday, varying shift times apply so will require flexible workers Type:&nbsp;Temporary &ndash; Ongoing Location:&nbsp;Shoeburyness &nbsp;Key Duties:<ul>
<li>Picking raw seafood products and monitoring the cleaning process</li><li>Carrying out quality checks on raw and cooked products.</li><li>Cooking raw seafood as per production requirements.</li><li>Operating machinery safely and efficiently.</li><li>Sorting and preparing cans to ensure correct processing and labelling.</li><li>Performing final quality checks and preparing products for dispatch by loading onto trolleys.</li><li>Adhering to safe operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) at all times.</li><li>Cleaning down the factory at the end of the day, following strict food safety guidelines.</li></ul>
Requirements:<ul>
<li>Experience in food production is desirable, but full training will be provided</li><li>Strong attention to detail and good hygiene practices</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, chilled environment</li><li>Team player with a positive attitude</li><li>No shellfish allergies</li><li>Food Hygiene &amp; H&amp;S training required (provided by gap personnel)</li></ul>
To apply for this&nbsp;Production Operative&nbsp;position,please submit your updated CV.&nbsp;&nbsp;Contact the branch on&nbsp;01702 987900&nbsp;to discuss.gap personnel&nbsp;is operating as the employment business.

Production Operative

So here we are. The final blog in this year&rsquo;s #ItJustWorks campaign. Try to contain the emotion.
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Over the past 11 months, we&rsquo;ve unpacked the everyday pressure points that shape how a temporary labour setup performs under demand. Not the dramatic, headline-grabbing problems. The quieter ones that gradually make life harder than it needs to be.
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<a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/all-sparkle-no-substance-what-happens-when-compliance-takes-a-back-seat/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Compliance</a> and auditing. <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/peak-season-staffing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Peak season planning</a>. <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/solutions/supply-solutions/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Onsite support</a>. <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/quality-hires-beat-quick-fixes-every-time/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Candidate quality</a> and productivity. <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/working-side-by-side-but-still-worlds-apart/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Operational integration</a>. The delicate art of getting the right people, in the right place, at the right time.
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Every industrial operation deals with these pressure points in some form. In fact, most site managers could probably name the lot without much prompting. And individually, none of them feel like a dealbreaker. But over time, the pattern becomes harder to ignore.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal">The common thread</h3>
When one area struggles, the impact tends to spread. Agency reliability affects planning. Compliance underpins transparent pricing. And supplier communication influences everything from responsiveness to how smoothly a workforce transfer lands.
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The common denominator? Friction in the supply model &ndash; because when processes, people, and planning aren&rsquo;t aligned, problems don&rsquo;t stay contained. They ripple across entire teams. Supervisors end up rearranging shifts. Managers find themselves chasing updates. Someone fills gaps that shouldn&rsquo;t exist in the first place.
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In other words, the work doesn&rsquo;t disappear. It just lands somewhere else.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal">What it looks like when it just&nbsp;works</h3>
Remove unnecessary friction on-site, and the impact can range from subtle to immediately obvious. Leaders spend their time running the operation, not constantly managing what goes wrong. Teams move between tasks without hesitation. Shifts start on time, information flows as it should, and small issues are dealt with before they have a chance to grow.
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Priorities still change and plans still need flexing as the day unfolds. But there&rsquo;s less to correct, less to chase, and far fewer shortfalls that need addressing at short notice.
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The day feels more predictable. People know what&rsquo;s expected of them. The workforce supports delivery rather than creating extra work around it. And the site settles into a rhythm where things run as they should. Not because the work is any simpler, but because the structure behind it is doing its job properly.
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Smooth operations don&rsquo;t happen by chance. They come from a workforce model that&rsquo;s designed to absorb the pressures, support the team, and keep the day on track &ndash; no unnecessary chasing, no gaps left unfilled. That&rsquo;s not just a campaign idea. It&rsquo;s part of how we do things, every day, for every client.
If any of this has felt familiar over the past year, it might be worth a conversation - <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">get in touch</a> to see how we can help.
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With gap personnel&nbsp;#ItJustWorks.

When it just works

There&rsquo;s a particular kind of stress that only exists on a busy site. Everything is technically covered, there are names on the rota, the shifts are filled. And on paper, it totally works. Huzzah!
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And yet...
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Production is waiting on warehouse, warehouse is waiting on MHE &ndash; and FLT drivers? Well, they&rsquo;re on a different schedule entirely. And that&rsquo;s not to mention short-term projects which appear when you least expect them. Next thing you know someone calls in sick and suddenly the whole thing feels more fragile than it should.
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But here&rsquo;s the thing &ndash; it&rsquo;s not a <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/managing-summer-no-shows-in-industrial-workforce/">staffing shortage</a>. It&rsquo;s a versatility problem.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">When "we've got it covered" doesn't quite cover it</h3>
Most agency suppliers are good at something. Assembly lines? Sorted. Picker packers? No problem. Forklift drivers? You got it. But breadth is where it starts to wobble. Sites don&rsquo;t operate in neat silos &ndash; departments overlap, workloads vary, and demand spikes.
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If your supplier can only really do one or two things well, you end up handling the gaps yourself. Coordinating between departments, plugging holes, and asking someone to fill a role that requires a bit of know-how. Before you know it, the operation slows, production stalls, distribution waits, and managers spend more time moving people around than actually managing.
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You&rsquo;re not just juggling headcount &ndash; you&rsquo;re <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/quality-hires-beat-quick-fixes-every-time/">juggling capability</a>. And that&rsquo;s where the stress really sits.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Versatility doesn't have to be a bonus</h3>
You don&rsquo;t need more bodies. You need the right mix of skills, available at the right time, without having to chase, check, and double-check on the daily. Because a genuinely versatile workforce doesn&rsquo;t happen by accident &ndash; it comes from a supplier who can recruit across departments and place people where their skills can be used when requirements fluctuate. Cross-skilled staff who can move between manufacturing and warehouse as needed. FLT drivers who understand the entire process, not just their machine. New starters trained with flexibility in mind, not pigeonholed into one role.
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A team built for versatility removes friction, protects productivity when something inevitably shifts &ndash; because something always shifts &ndash; and stops site managers from feeling like air traffic controllers.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">What we actually do differently</h3>
We don&rsquo;t just fill bookings. We look at your operation as a whole, <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/how-not-to-lose-your-team-or-your-head-during-a-workforce-transfer/">recruiting across departments</a> and building a labour pool that can pivot between them. Our focus is on building a supply model that accounts for the reality of your site, not the neat version on an org chart.
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We&rsquo;re also a dab hand at supporting cross-skilling and upskilling so your contingent workforce isn&rsquo;t static. We look at where agility adds value and build that into our model from day one. The result is simple: you&rsquo;ve got coverage across the board, and a team that can move where demand requires it.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Because complexity doesn't have to be complicated</h3>
Needing breadth of capability is normal. Managing it shouldn&rsquo;t feel like a daily balancing act. When your supplier understands the bigger picture and can supply exactly where it&rsquo;s needed, everything stays on track. People flex. Peaks don&rsquo;t derail you.
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And the stress that used to sit quietly in the background? It disappears.
With gap personnel, #ItJustWorks
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If managing workforce gaps feels harder than it should, let&rsquo;s change that. <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/">Get in touch</a> today.

Staffing shortage? Or versatility gap?

You&rsquo;ve got the right people.
The right skills.
Even the right schedule.
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And yet, somehow, things still feel&hellip;off.
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Shifts are covered and the work gets done, but the rhythm is out of sync. Temps look like extras in a film they didn&rsquo;t audition for, permanent staff spend half their day <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/good-communication-and-strong-supplier-relationships-the-baseline-not-a-bonus/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">translating</a>, the other half compensating, and managers find themselves patching cracks instead of repairing foundations.
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It&rsquo;s quiet, it&rsquo;s subtle, and it&rsquo;s exhausting. Welcome to the operational gap (and no, we&rsquo;re not in any way referring to ourselves).
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Close, but not exactly aligned</h3>
Temporary and permanent staff should work as one team. In practice, they often operate on parallel tracks &ndash; heading in the same ballpark direction, but probably following different maps.
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Differences in onboarding, standards, and expectations create subtle divides. Temps can feel like they&rsquo;re there to help, not there to stay, whilst permanent staff end up picking up the invisible load. Over time, the result is minor inefficiencies that quietly stack up. By the time they show up in numbers, they&rsquo;re already embedded in the culture. Output slows, engagement dips, turnover &ndash; you guessed it &ndash; creeps up.
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Nothing dramatic, nothing headline-worthy. Just constant friction, which somehow feels louder than it should.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Keeping everyone on the same page</h3>
<a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/how-not-to-lose-your-team-or-your-head-during-a-workforce-transfer/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Integration</a> doesn&rsquo;t happen because people share a workspace. It happens when expectations, communication, and objectives are aligned &ndash; and someone is taking responsibility to keep it on track.
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When everyone is following the same playbook, small problems get nipped in the bud before they have a chance to grow. Accountability becomes shared, segregation becomes a thing of the past, and teams start working with the operation, not alongside it. And management can get back to focusing on their actual jobs instead of fretting about a &ldquo;them&rdquo; and &ldquo;us&rdquo; culture on the shopfloor.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Beyond filling shifts</h3>
Prepared candidates are just the start. The part so many agencies forget? Integration &ndash; and it&rsquo;s what separates a workforce that functions from one that genuinely performs. Because even the best onboarding won&rsquo;t help if temps are left to fend for themselves.
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At gap personnel, integration isn&rsquo;t an afterthought. We make sure temporary staff are part of the team from day one. They follow the same processes and understand the operation as a whole. And where possible, they&rsquo;ll join the same briefings too. It means everyone hits the ground running, working together as one seamless unit.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Invisible stress, visible results</h3>
Operational stress rarely announces itself. It arrives as minor delays, repeated questions, or teams that seem to be working - just not quite together.
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With proper integration, no one notices. Temporary and permanent staff work productively side by side, standards stay solid, and retention holds steady. The operation just hums along, quietly and efficiently &ndash; exactly as it should.
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At gap personnel group, operational integration isn&rsquo;t something you have to think about. It&rsquo;s already taken care of.
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Ready to bring your workforce together? <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get in touch</a> and let&rsquo;s make it happen.

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 So, the core values sound like a good fit for you &ndash; but what else is on offer?
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<li>25 days holidays plus bank holidays</li>
<li>An additional day off on your birthday</li>
<li>Industry-leading bonus scheme</li>
<li>Private medical and dental insurance (after qualifying period)</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Annual company awards event</li>
<li>Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support when you need it</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay</li>
<li>A paid charity day to support a cause that matters to you</li>
<li>Flexible bank holidays and lifestyle leave to better suit your schedule</li>
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What are you waiting for? We&rsquo;d love to hear from you.

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<h2>Sounds like a good fit for you - but what else is on offer ?</h2>
Great benefits worth up to &pound;1,740 per year including:
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<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Heavily subsidised on-site canteen</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Free on-site gyms</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">The Range shop discounts</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Bus service including smaller towns &amp; villages, plus free on - site parking&nbsp;</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Uniform</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Cycle to work scheme &amp; more&nbsp;</li>
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<div class="description"><h2>What makes The Range a different kind of workplace?</h2>
<div class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body">What makes working for this leading brand different? Well, that’s easy:</div>
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<li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">They are a Sunday Times Top Track 100 company and one of the UK’s fastest growing privately owned companies</li>
<li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" 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.</li>
<li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" 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.</li>
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<div class="description"><h2>Permanent full time and part time jobs working directly for The Range</h2>
Jobs available with great pay rates:&nbsp;
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<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Warehouse Associates</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Forklift drivers</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Shift Managers</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Front Line Managers</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Supervisors</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Goods in/out team</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Warehouse / MHE team</li>
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<h2>Permanent full time and part time jobs working directly for The Range</h2>Jobs available with great pay rates:&nbsp;<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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As our business grows, so does our need for great people to join us.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.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.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.&nbsp;

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<h5>Our branches offer regional coverage.</h5>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.

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.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.

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>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>.

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

<h5>Mission</h5>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.

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If this role is permanent, gap personnel is operating as the employment agency. If this job is a temporary role, gap personnel is operating as the employment business.gap personnel is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the jobWhilst we endeavor to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the futureBy applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our <a href="/privacy-policy/">Privacy Policy</a>

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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>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>.

Want to know why jobseekers come back to us time and time again? 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.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.

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<h6>Get in touch</h6>
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<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>
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Need new industrial staff for your business?We can help you recruit temporary and permanent employees in Warehousing, Logistics, Manufacturing, FMCG and many other blue-collar roles.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.Please let us know your requirements and we'll be in touch within 24 hours.

<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>Do you have high-volume temporary requirements?</h2>Onsite supply solution:<ul><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">Your dedicated contract management team will be based within your operation as an extension of your operational team.</li><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" 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.</li><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" 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.</li></ul>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.</div>

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.

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