Customer Service Analyst 

Gap Personnel are currently recruiting for x 1 Fuel Shop Technician to work with our client based in Barton Under Needwood.
Details:
<ul>
<li>Competitive Salary</li>
<li>44 hours (Monday to Thurs 7am to 5pm &amp; Fri 7am to 1pm) to be decreased to 40 hours from 01.09.25 (Monday to Thurs 7am to 4pm &amp; Fri 7am to 1pm)</li>
<li>Temp to Perm position</li>
</ul>
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Responsible for ensuring your own health and safety and that of others and promoting a positive health and safety culture within the workplace</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Ensure all Health and safety obligations are met, and company policies are adhered to</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Report any safety concerns, hazard observations, accidents and incidents by the end of that shift to allow full investigation and prevent re-occurrence</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Ensure activities and associated actions and measures taken do not endanger but assist with the upkeep and maintaining the company&rsquo;s ISO (9001, 14001 and 45001) standards and certification</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Document all work activities and Total Performance Maintenance.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Troubleshoot Fuel System issues related to engine testing.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">&nbsp;Install and repair fuel systems and parts of systems.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Inspect fuel systems.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Audit test equipment used for Fuel Pump/Injector testing.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Perform routine or preventive maintenance on fuel Pump/Injector test equipment.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Report results of Fuel Pump &amp; Injector tests.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To undertake training as and when required.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To comply with Company and statutory Quality, Health &amp; Safety, Environmental and HR policies and procedures.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To work to, and support, all relevant 5S activities.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Adhere to a line managers&rsquo; written or verbal reasonable instruction.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Maintain a good level of attendance at work.</li>
</ul>
The Person:
<ul>
<li>The ability to work within a changing environment with deadlines and short lead times</li>
<li>Good knowledge of fuel system components, calibration, phasing of different types of fuel pumps, conducting bench tests and preparing reports.</li>
<li>To be able to contribute to the teams performance</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Fuel Shop Technician

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our prestigious client in the Blackburn are for Production Operatives.&nbsp;
Summary of Role:
The production operative will work with the manufacturer of composite, structural and non-structural components. You will have the ability to work within a team as well as individually to meet manufacturing/ operational objectives set by the Team Leader. We are looking for a flexible attitude to enable you to become a versatile, multi-skilled individual who can work across several different manufacturing functions within the business.
Principal responsibilities:&nbsp;
Frequent communication with the team leaders (several times throughout each day) to understand clear production plans so that the objectivies can be met.&nbsp;
Maintain compliance to all master processes and associated documents, therefore, ensuring industry standards are upheld in the production of components, this will involve the useage of batch cards, work instruction sheets and so forth.&nbsp;
Monitoring and maintaining health and safety standards&nbsp;
To adhere to procedures which include safety, waulity, cost, delivery and people.&nbsp;
Tool preparation in accordance with work instruction sheets
Application techniques of bagging and associated materials
Manual lap up of carbon and glassed fibre pre-impregnated materials into mould tooling
Hours:-
Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday&nbsp;
07:15am till 17:00
Benefits&nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 4-day working week
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Overtime Rates 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Long Service Awards
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 28 days holidays (based on 4-day week)
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; On-site Occupational Health
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Employee Referral Scheme
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Life Insurance 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cash Plan Benefit 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bike2Work Scheme

Production Operative 

Gap Personnel are currently recruitment of x 1 FLT Driver to work with our client based in Barton Under Needwood
Details:
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>44 hours (Monday to Thurs 7am to 5pm &amp; Fri 7am to 1pm) to be decreased to 40 hours from 01.09.25 (Monday to Thurs 7am to 4pm &amp; Fri 7am to 1pm)</li>
<li>Temp to Perm position</li>
</ul>
Key Responsibilites:
<ul>
<li>To carry out various duties as and when required by the business.</li>
<li>To assist the production process within each business unit</li>
<li>Undertake offsite working as and when required</li>
<li>You will be expected to undertake occasional shot blasting duties and the cleaning of materials</li>
<li>You will load and unload materials and equipment across the site, this will involve some manual handling of materials</li>
<li>You must maintain and operate heavy equipment and machinery, forklifts, cranes, battery electric vehicles etc.</li>
</ul>
The Person:
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Must have both B1/B2 licence and are willing to train on a B3 course. </li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">&lsquo;In house&rsquo; &nbsp;in date licences will be considered</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Previous experience in rail or automotive industry</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Proven experience in using counterbalance, reach, pivot forklift trucks, slinging equipment, cab and pendant controlled overhead cranes.</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Have a recognised forklift and crane driving qualifications</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Current driving licence</li>
</ul>

FLT Driver

Gap Personnel are currently recruiting for a Test Engineer to work with our client based in Barton Under Needwood.
Details:
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>44 hours (Monday to Thurs 6am to 4pm &amp; Fri 6am to 12pm) to be decreased to 40 hours from 01.09.25 (Monday to Thurs 7am to 4pm &amp; Fri 7am to 1pm)</li>
<li>Temp to Perm position</li>
</ul>
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Installation into the test cells and testing of production power products in line with work instructions</li>
<li>To ensure that products meet the testing requirements.</li>
<li>Ensure recording of accurate data to guarantee traceability</li>
<li>Ensure all documentation is up to date and accurately recorded</li>
<li>Help develop testing requirements for future products</li>
<li>Have the ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical faults</li>
<li>Liaise with production when required on technical issues</li>
<li>Liaise with colleagues and work as a team when required</li>
<li>Mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable</li>
<li>Collect failure data and provide feedback on failures to Engineering</li>
<li>May be required to work overtime as and when required</li>
<li>Always adhere to the company's Health, Safety and Environmental instructions, and requirements.</li>
</ul>
The Person:
<ul>
<li>Intermediate / Advanced computer skills</li>
<li>Some experience in testing or a similar discipline</li>
<li>Ability to communicate at all levels</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Ideally you will have some previous knowledge of testing or come from a background where you have been involved in engine / machine repairs.</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Tenacious and resilient</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Test Engineer

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our prestigious client in the Blackburn area for Clean Room Operatives.
Our client is currently seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Cleanroom Operative to join their team.
Job Summary: The Cleanroom Operative is responsible for performing various tasks within a controlled cleanroom environment, ensuring that components are assembled, inspected, and packaged in accordance with strict cleanliness and quality standards. This role requires careful adherence to cleanroom protocols and procedures to prevent contamination and ensure product integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Work in a cleanroom environment to assemble, inspect, and package aerospace components, following detailed work instructions and quality standards.</li>
<li>Handle materials and components using appropriate cleanroom techniques, including the use of gloves, gowns, masks, and other protective gear.</li>
<li>Perform visual inspections of components for defects, contamination, or damage, using microscopes or other magnification tools as required.</li>
<li>Clean and maintain workstations, tools, and equipment to meet cleanroom cleanliness standards.</li>
<li>Adhere to strict protocols for entering and exiting the cleanroom, including proper gowning procedures and airlock usage in line with FOD.</li>
<li>Work with quality control and engineering teams to resolve any issues related to component cleanliness or assembly.</li>
<li>Participate in regular cleanroom training sessions and stay up to date with the latest cleanroom procedures and best practices.</li>
<li>Assist in the continuous improvement of cleanroom processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations specific to cleanroom operations.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>1+ years of experience working in a cleanroom environment, preferably in the aerospace, or pharmaceutical industries.</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform repetitive tasks with precision.</li>
<li>Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and contamination control practices.</li>
<li>Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions, diagrams, and technical documents.</li>
<li>Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling small and delicate components.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.</li>
<li>Physical ability to stand for extended periods and work in a cleanroom suit.</li>
</ul>
Hours
Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday
07:15am-17:00pm
Benefits:
<ul>
<li>4-day working week</li>
<li>Overtime Rates</li>
<li>Long Service Awards</li>
<li>28 days holidays (based on 4-day week)</li>
<li>On-site Occupational Health</li>
<li>Employee Referral Scheme</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>Cash Plan Benefit&nbsp;</li>
<li>Bike2Work Scheme</li>
</ul>
This role is a permanent

Clean Room Operative 

Gap Personnel are currently recruiting for 2 x Engine Builders to work with our client based in Barton under Needwood.
Details:
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">44 hours (Monday to Thurs 7am to 5pm &amp; Fri 7am to 1pm) to be decreased to 40 hours from 01.09.25 (Monday to Thurs 7am to 4pm &amp; Fri 7am to 1pm)</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Temp to Perm position</li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Responsible for ensuring your own health and safety and that of others and promoting a positive health and safety culture within the workplace</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Ensure all Health and safety obligations are met, and company policies are adhered to</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Report any safety concerns, hazard observations, accidents and incidents by the end of that shift to allow full investigation and prevent re-occurrence</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To be able to strip and re-build all the mechanical components of an engine, as per the work instruction.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To be able to work to OEM manuals.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To read and interpret assembly specifications and manuals, to plan assembly and build operations.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">The ability to verify conformance of parts to stock lists, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges, and micrometers.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To liaise with other business units to get the task completed.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">The ability to adhere to strict deadlines.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To accurately complete documentation to the Company&rsquo;s standards</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To ensure that waste is disposed of in the correct manner.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To report any near misses.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To comply with Company and statutory Quality, Health &amp; Safety, Environmental and HR policies and procedures.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To report any failures / faults identified.</li>
</ul>
The Person:
<ul>
<li>Minimum NVQ Level 3/City &amp; Guilds in motor repairs or equivalent preferred</li>
<li>Relevant experience in rail or automotive industry</li>
<li>Excellent planning and organisational skills</li>
<li>Ability to work on own initiative</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Experienced HGV fitters / Heavy Plant Fitters who specialise with diesel engines would be suitable for the role</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Engine Builder

Gap Personnel are currently recruiting x 2 Mechanical Fitters to work with our client based in Barton Under Needwood.
Details:
<ul>
<li>Competitive Salary</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">44 hours (Monday to Thurs 7am to 5pm &amp; Fri 7am to 1pm) to be decreased to 40 hours from 01.09.25 (Monday to Thurs 7am to 4pm &amp; Fri 7am to 1pm)</li>
<li><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Temp to Perm position</li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Responsible for ensuring your own health and safety and that of others and promoting a positive health and safety culture within the workplace</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Ensure all Health and safety obligations are met, and company policies are adhered to</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Report any safety concerns, hazard observations, accidents and incidents by the end of that shift to allow full investigation and prevent re-occurrence</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To have a good understanding of vehicle mechanical interfaces and repairs of vehicle components.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To be able to install / repair hydraulic systems.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Previous engine knowledge would be advantageous.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To overhaul of raft components.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To be able to understand schematic drawings.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To undertake training as and when required.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To work within a realistic timeframe.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To ensure that waste is disposed of in the correct manner.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To adhere to written or verbal instructions.</li>
</ul>
The Person:
<ul>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Recognised Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent NVQ Level 3 preferred but not essential</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Previous experience in rail or automotive industry</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Good Mechanical knowledge, ideally Diesel experience is preferred which should include hydraulics and a small amoutn of electrical knowledge</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">The ability to work within a changing environment with deadlines and short lead times.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">To adhere always to the company&rsquo;s Health, Safety &amp; Environmental instructions and requirements.</li>
<li class="BULLETTEXT">Take on any other reasonable responsibilities or tasks that are within the employee's skills and abilities</li>
</ul>

Mechanical Fitter

So it&rsquo;s the final blog in our stress free staffing campaign &ndash; not sure who&rsquo;s more devastated, you or us? Over the past year, we&rsquo;ve tackled the industry headaches that keep hiring managers up at night. From candidate quality to compliance conundrums, attrition to pricing and everything in between, we&rsquo;ve been there, done that, and (politely) told those stress points where to go.
This month? It&rsquo;s a big one. Possibly the big one: supplier relationships and communication. Because if you&rsquo;re constantly chasing info, repeating yourself, or wondering if your recruitment partner even remembers your site layout &ndash; it might be time for a rethink.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">When supplier relationships don&rsquo;t work, you feel it</h3>
Updates get missed, issues drag on, and the small stuff snowballs. If your agency&rsquo;s just sending <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/the-power-of-collaboration-attracting-and-retaining-top-talent/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">bodies to fill shifts</a> without understanding the bigger picture, that&rsquo;s not a partnership &ndash; it&rsquo;s box-ticking. And if you&rsquo;re constantly repeating instructions or picking up the slack, it quickly starts to feel more like hassle than help.
But when the relationship clicks, everything changes. Communication is seamless and things run more smoothly because your supplier actually gets it. They understand your peaks, your expectations, and how things operate day to day &ndash; and they deliver accordingly.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Why communication counts</h3>
When communication&rsquo;s missing, it shows. You&rsquo;re often left in the dark, double-checking what&rsquo;s been actioned, and stepping in to keep things on track. It slows everything down and leaves you doing more hand-holding than you signed up for. And if it feels this disjointed on your side, chances are it&rsquo;s no better for the workers on the ground &ndash; confused candidates, unclear expectations, and radio silence after interviews don&rsquo;t exactly point to a well-oiled machine.
When it works, it makes all the difference. It&rsquo;s not just about routine reports &ndash; it&rsquo;s about staying in sync, spotting red flags early, and stepping in before problems spiral, whether it&rsquo;s peak season or just a regular Tuesday.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Our values make the difference</h3>
Solid client-supplier relationships aren&rsquo;t built on guesswork. They need clear standards and consistent follow-through. That&rsquo;s where our core values come in. They&rsquo;re not just words on a website; they&rsquo;re the backbone of how we deliver stress free staffing, shaping how we work, how we talk to clients, and how we handle every twist and turn that comes with hiring.
Being consultative means asking the right questions and properly understanding how your operation works &ndash; not just how many heads you need. We tailor our approach to fit each client&rsquo;s unique requirements. We stay accountable by updating you before you have to ask and fixing any issues fast. If we don&rsquo;t have an answer straight away, we&rsquo;ll find it and get back to you &ndash; no chasing, no excuses. We keep it real &ndash; no jargon, no vague responses &ndash; just honest conversations with people who want to get it right. Our approachability and responsiveness means we build genuine relationships that encourage open and honest dialogue. And we stay ethical by putting transparency first, doing the right thing even when no one&rsquo;s watching. From compliance to candidate care, we protect your business, without the drama.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Time for an agency partner review?</h3>
<ul>
<li style="text-align: justify;">If your partner&rsquo;s making life harder than it needs to be, it might be time for a review. Ask yourself:</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Am I getting timely and <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/the-power-of-transparent-pricing-in-recruitment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">transparent</a> updates?</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Does my provider really understand <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/building-your-dream-team-why-quality-candidates-are-the-game-changer-your-business-needs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">my business</a>?</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Are problems resolved quickly and openly?</li>
</ul>
If the answer to any of those is no, maybe it&rsquo;s time to try a different approach. Ready for stress free staffing? <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Let&rsquo;s talk.</a>
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Stress free staffing, the final frontier: supplier relationships and communication

Welcome to the time of year when the football seasons wrap up, bank holidays roll in, and suddenly the idea of showing up on time becomes&hellip;optional?
If you&rsquo;re in the industrial sector, you&rsquo;ve probably seen the pattern: warmer weather, longer days, and a spike in no-shows and late arrivals. Add a couple of last-minute &ldquo;sick days&rdquo; into the mix, and your morning shift plan can start to look more like wishful thinking than concrete reality.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">It starts with prevention, not panic</h3>
We&rsquo;ve seen enough staffing schedules unravel to know this much: the best way to handle no-shows is to stop them before they happen. That starts with proper screening and onboarding, making sure every candidate is suited to the job role, shift pattern, and working environment before they ever step foot on site. Pre-screening calls, reference checks, red flag spotting &ndash; it&rsquo;s all part of how we lay solid foundations. And with a national recruitment centre and regional teams on hand, we can mobilise workers within 48 hours, to make sure our clients are fully staffed and moving.
From there, we focus on staying one step ahead. Weekly updates. Shift reconfirmations. Clear absence procedures. We stay in touch, not just when something goes wrong, but on a regular basis. Because when you check in often, you spot problems before they snowball. And if someone is unavailable last minute? A two-hour call-in window gives us time to step in. When they&rsquo;re back? We have a quick catch-up. No clipboard grilling, just a simple check to make sure they&rsquo;re okay &ndash; because sometimes the small conversations are the most telling.
And when workers move on, we don&rsquo;t just wave them off; we ask questions. Feedback on the onboarding process, work schedules, and the day-to-day reality of the job helps us spot what&rsquo;s working (and what&rsquo;s not). It&rsquo;s how we refine our approach, keep engagement high, and boost retention over time.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">When life throws a curveball</h3>
No matter how much you prepare, sometimes people get sick. Cars break down. Alarms don&rsquo;t go off. We get it &ndash; and we plan for it.
If someone drops out, we&rsquo;re already on it. The search functionality in our candidate management system helps us identify trained, available workers in seconds &ndash; and once we&rsquo;ve got the list, our team moves fast, making direct calls and running targeted searches to get someone on-site without missing a beat.
And we don&rsquo;t just plug holes &ndash; we look for patterns, tightening things up before small issues become big problems. Reacting quickly is important. Learning from it? Even better.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">A safety net you can count on</h3>
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IT&rsquo;S HAPPENING. Spring has officially sprung, the clocks have gone forward, and if you&rsquo;ve already powered through your emergency stash of Mini Eggs &ndash; we&rsquo;re not judging. It&rsquo;s the perfect time to shake off the winter chill and gear up for the months ahead. And with Q2 already well underway, now&rsquo;s the time to shift focus and plan for what&rsquo;s next.
So, whether you're counting down to the next bank holiday weekend, or just counting pallets, we&rsquo;ve got the latest from the employment, FMCG, manufacturing, warehousing, and waste and recycling sectors to keep you in the loop. Grab a brew, take five, and let&rsquo;s dive in.
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Universal is bringing the magic to the UK with its first European theme park, set to open near Bedford in 2031. The project will create 28,000 jobs across construction, hospitality, and the creative industries, with 80% of roles expected to go to local workers. Alongside the rides and attractions, the site will include a 500-room hotel and retail complex. With planning set to be submitted soon and construction kicking off next year, this is set to be a game-changer for the region - and a huge lift for the UK job market. <a href="https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/universal-theme-park-jobs/">Read more here.</a>
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Following President Trump&rsquo;s announcement of a 10% tariff on UK imports to the US, industries including grocery, agriculture, and alcohol are bracing for the impact. Supermarkets might not face direct challenges, but rising global costs could create ripple effects. Even M&amp;S&rsquo;s beloved Percy Pigs aren&rsquo;t safe. After the iconic product landed in the US on 30 March, their American shelf life could be short-lived as tariffs threaten to push up prices and send them packing. With global growth forecasts downgraded, businesses are being urged to stay proactive in managing the uncertainties caused by the tariffs. <a href="https://www.grocerygazette.co.uk/2025/04/09/trumps-tariffs-grocery-sector/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read about the impacts here.</a>
Unless you&rsquo;ve been living under a rock (or avoiding social media), you&rsquo;ve probably caught wind of the Dubai chocolate craze. Created by British-Egyptian Sarah Hamouda in 2021, the pistachio and tahini-filled bar exploded in popularity at the end of last year, after a single TikTok video racked up over a whopping&nbsp;120 million views. Now, it&rsquo;s available everywhere from Lidl to Waitrose, with luxury brands like Lindt even jumping on the bandwagon. But viral success has a downside - turns out the world really did go nuts for it. A poor US harvest, limited shell-free supply, and a buying spree from chocolatiers have pushed pistachio prices up, with Iran increasing exports to the UAE by 40% to meet demand. Some shops are even rationing the bar - all thanks to the treat that broke the internet&hellip;and cracked the supply chain too! <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/dubai-chocolate-bar-tiktok-pistachio-shortage-b2736654.html">Read more about it here.</a>
<h3>Warehousing and logistics</h3>
M&amp;S is making moves in its supply chain with a massive new 390,000 sq. ft. distribution centre in Avonmouth, set to open in 2026. Nestled between its existing Bristol and Portbury sites, the depot will help keep shelves stocked across the Midlands, South West, and South Wales. It&rsquo;s also M&amp;S&rsquo;s greenest food depot yet, complete with solar panels and EV infrastructure. The investment is all part of a bigger plan to streamline logistics, cut costs, and future-proof operations. <a href="https://corporate.marksandspencer.com/media/press-releases/food-supply-chain-modernisation-programme-new-bristol-depot" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read more here.</a>
<h3>Manufacturing</h3>
Nova Tissue is on a roll after a &pound;1m machinery upgrade that&rsquo;s already boosted production by 25% and improved efficiency across the board. The Oldham-based firm, which makes 68 million toilet and kitchen rolls a year for retailers, wholesalers, and even local foodbanks, has brought in a new OM1 Bundler and Rewinder Line to streamline output. The kit&rsquo;s not only speeding things up - it&rsquo;s also improving product quality and reducing packaging use. With capacity up, they&rsquo;ve secured more business from a major UK supermarket, hired five new staff, and are targeting a &pound;2m jump in turnover this year. To find out more, <a href="https://corporate.marksandspencer.com/media/press-releases/food-supply-chain-modernisation-programme-new-bristol-depot" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here.</a>
In an extraordinary move, the UK government has stepped in to take control of British Steel&rsquo;s Scunthorpe site after emergency legislation was rushed through Parliament. The move prevents owners Jingye from shutting down its blast furnaces - something that would have ended primary steelmaking in the UK. With 2,700 jobs on the line, nationalisation now looks likely, as ministers say the intervention is about protecting critical infrastructure and securing the UK&rsquo;s ability to produce its own steel - though critics have questioned why similar action wasn&rsquo;t taken when Port Talbot Steelworks closed last year, or as Grangemouth Oil refinery heads for shutdown this summer. <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckg17g39x41o" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click to read more.</a>
<h3>Waste and recycling</h3>
Last month, the first phase of the government&rsquo;s 'simpler recycling' reforms came into effect for businesses in England. From now on, workplaces with 10 or more employees must separate food waste, non-recyclables, and dry recyclables such as plastics, metal, glass, paper, and card. While the aim is to streamline recycling and improve rates across the UK, some waste specialists are concerned that businesses haven&rsquo;t been given enough information about the new rules. With further reforms coming in 2026 and 2027, including requirements for household waste and micro-firms, the government is pushing for a greener, more circular economy. But as the rules take effect, there&rsquo;s still some confusion about how businesses should comply and what penalties they might face for getting it wrong. <a href="https://www.mrw.co.uk/news/simpler-recycling-reforms-come-into-force-for-workplaces-31-03-2025/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn more here.</a>
DS Smith, the fibre-based packaging solutions provider, has partnered with Prim&eacute;ale, a subsidiary of the French agricultural and food processing group Agrial, to develop plastic-free, fully recyclable packaging for their &lsquo;Vegetable Kit&rsquo; range. The new punnets, made from corrugated cardboard with a transparent cellulose hydrate lid, are designed to protect fresh produce while offering excellent visibility on supermarket shelves. The packaging is fully recyclable and includes a moisture barrier for direct contact with fresh food. This innovation supports both companies' commitment to sustainable packaging solutions and responds to growing consumer demand for eco-friendly, plastic-free options in food packaging. <a href="https://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/plastic-free-packaging-for-vegetable-kit-range/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read more about this here.</a>
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<div class="description"><h3>What makes Premdor a different kind of workplace?</h3>&nbsp;What makes working for this leading company different? Well, that&rsquo;s easy:&nbsp;They understand that people are key and are a composite of diverse people who come together by showing support and respect to one another.&nbsp;They hire people that demonstrate integrity under pressure. Integrity is at the foundation of everything they do. It is in each door they make, in their commitment delivery and in their honest and sincere communication.</div>

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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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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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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>Premdor is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of timber doors. They supply both interior and exterior doors and their extensive range also includes everything from French and folding doors to doorsets. Their products benefit from almost 90 years of experience in door and joinery manufacturing. Premdor was the first joinery manufacturer to produce and sell moulded panel doors in the UK and, as a result, they have gained an unrivalled reputation for offering new joinery solutions to the market.</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>

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