We&rsquo;re looking for hardworking and reliable individuals to join our production team in Preston. This is a&nbsp;hands-on, physical role &mdash; ideal for someone who enjoys keeping active and working as part of a busy, friendly team.
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Rate: &pound;12.71 per hour Hours: 7:30am &ndash; 4:00pm, Monday to Friday Location: Preston
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What you&rsquo;ll be doing:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Breaking down and dismantling display units and boxes</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Manual handling and lifting throughout the day</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Keeping the work area clean and organised</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Following health and safety guidelines at all times</li>
</ul>
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What we&rsquo;re looking for:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Someone who&rsquo;s physically fit and able to handle a very manual role</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">A team player with a good attitude and strong work ethic</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Reliable and punctual</li>
</ul>
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What&rsquo;s in it for you:
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Regular, consistent hours (no weekend work!)</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Supportive team environment</li>
</ul>
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If you&rsquo;re not afraid of hard work and want to be part of a solid production team, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you!
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Please send your CV to <a href="mailto:blackburn@gap-personnel.com">blackburn@gap-personnel.com</a> or give us a call on 01254915000

Production Operative

&nbsp;We are currently seeking a reliable and organised Administrator to join our team based in Newport.&nbsp;Job Title: AdministratorStart Date: Tuesday 5th MaySalary: &pound;28,000 &ndash; &pound;30,000 per annum (depending on experience)Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am &ndash; 4:00pmLocation: Newport&nbsp;About the Role: This is a great opportunity for someone with previous administrative experience who is looking to join a supportive and structured working environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.&nbsp;Requirements:<ul data-start="713" data-end="904">
<li data-section-id="1wma6ix" data-start="713" data-end="751">Previous administration experience</li><li data-section-id="1p7nyz1" data-start="752" data-end="802">Strong organisational and communication skills</li><li data-section-id="euh4v9" data-start="803" data-end="875">Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team</li><li data-section-id="6s5byv" data-start="876" data-end="904">Good attention to detail</li></ul>
&nbsp;If you are a proactive individual with a positive attitude and relevant experience, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you.

Administrator

Gap Personnel are currently recruiting warehouse operatives for our client based in Coventry, CV8.&nbsp;
The Details:
<ul>
<li>&pound;12.77 per hour.</li>
<li>9am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday.</li>
<li>Ongoing work.</li>
</ul>
The Role:
<ul>
<li>General warehouse duties.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Scanning items.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Picking and packing items.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Stock control.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Manual handling.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Adhere to health and saftey regulations within the warehouse.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
The Person:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>
Previous experience working in a warehouse environment.
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<li>
Good understanding of health and safety regulations.
</li>
<li>
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling products.
</li>
<li>
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
</li>
<li>
Good communication skills and reliability
</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Warehouse Operative

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<h3>JOB DESCRIPTION</h3>
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Job Title: Warehouse PickersLocation: Thatcham RG19Pay Rate: &pound;12.73 per hour&nbsp;Contract: Temporary ongoing with permanent opportunities available&nbsp;gap personnel are recruiting 6 Warehouse Pickers for day shift role for the company in Thatcham.The company is leading FMCG site, closely working with M&amp;S, whose mission is to bring the magic of M&amp;S Food to their millions of customers &ndash; whenever, wherever, and however they want to shop with them.As a warehouse picker you will assist with the warehousing department as they look to pick and load the stock ready for distribution throughout the UK.For those that are able to demonstrate a strong work ethic, and a commitment to the working hours there are permanent opportunities available.Main Duties as a Warehouse Picker:<ul class="text">
<li>Picking of singular and multiple items using voice headsets</li><li>Ensuring items are picked as per client pick sheet</li><li>Items checked for damage and defects and issues reported</li><li>Stock replenishment when needed</li><li>All other adhoc warehouse duties</li></ul>
Working Hours:<ul class="text">
<li>Any days out of 7 , start time 10:00/11:00 &ndash; finish time depending on volume of the orders, may finish at 4pm, or when SLA is picked and packed</li><li>During peak time, shift may last up to 12 hours and start at 6am upto 6pm</li><li>Candidate must be flexible with start time and finish times when needed&nbsp;</li></ul>
Hourly Pay Rates<ul class="text">
<li>Basic Rate - &pound;12.73&nbsp;</li></ul>
Successful candidates will have experience working in similar role, must be good speaking English as commands for picking items are delivered through headset. As part of the selection process, inductions will be held on site in line with their health and safety policies.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 we will help you with your registration.gap personnel is acting as an employment business

Warehouse Picker

Industrial Cleaner Location: Paignton, DevonAbout the RoleWe are currently recruiting for an Industrial Cleaner to join a busy crab processing factory in Paignton, Devon. This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and safety across the production site.You will be working as part of a team responsible for ensuring all factory areas, equipment, and production tools are thoroughly cleaned and ready for daily operations.Key Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Cleaning and sanitising factory production areas</li><li>Washing and sanitising trays and food processing equipment</li><li>Cleaning and maintaining machinery to hygiene standards</li><li>Hosing down factory floors and work areas</li><li>Ensuring compliance with strict health and safety procedures</li><li>Working efficiently to meet daily cleaning schedules</li><li>Supporting overall site cleanliness and hygiene standards</li></ul>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For<ul>
<li>Previous cleaning or industrial cleaning experience (preferred but not essential)</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment</li><li>Strong attention to detail and hygiene standards</li><li>Reliable, punctual, and hardworking attitude</li><li>Ability to work well as part of a team</li></ul>
What We Offer<ul>
<li>&pound;13.90 per hour</li><li>Monday to Friday, 3pm to 11pm</li><li>Stable, ongoing work in a busy production environment</li><li>Full training provided</li><li>Supportive team environment</li></ul>
If you&rsquo;re reliable, hardworking, and looking for steady evening work in a factory setting, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you.

Industrial Cleaner

Gap Personnel are recruiting on behalf of our client for Warehouse Operatives to join their team in Stafford Park, Telford. This is a temporary role as a warehouse operative.As a Warehouse Operative, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations, ensuring orders are picked, packed, and dispatched to meet customer requirements.&nbsp;Job Title: Warehouse Operative Location: Stafford Park, Telford Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm Pay: &pound;12.71 per hour (40 hours a week)Duties and responsibilities as a warehouse operative:<ul class="text">
<li data-start="879" data-end="1019">
Order Picking &amp; Packing:&nbsp;Accurately pick and pack customer orders according to specifications, ensuring quality and timely dispatch.</li><li data-start="1020" data-end="1167">
Goods In/Out:&nbsp;Assist in receiving and unloading deliveries, checking products, and ensuring they are stored correctly within the warehouse.</li><li data-start="1168" data-end="1313">
Stock Control:&nbsp;Regularly monitor and manage stock levels, ensuring accurate inventory records and reporting discrepancies to supervisors.</li><li data-start="1314" data-end="1444">
Quality Checks:&nbsp;Inspect items for any defects or damages before dispatch, ensuring that all orders meet quality standards.</li><li data-start="1445" data-end="1596">
Health &amp; Safety:&nbsp;Adhere to health and safety regulations at all times, maintaining a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.</li><li data-start="1703" data-end="1837">
Team Collaboration:&nbsp;Work effectively as part of a team, meeting daily targets and contributing to overall operational success.</li><li data-start="1838" data-end="1956">
Technology Use:&nbsp;Utilise warehouse management systems (WMS) to track orders and update stock levels accurately.</li></ul>
Skills and requirements as a warehouse operative:<ul class="text">
<li data-start="1987" data-end="2083">
Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment is beneficial but not essential.</li><li>Physically fit due to heavy lifting and manual handling</li><li data-start="2145" data-end="2212">
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.</li><li data-start="2213" data-end="2292">
Ability to follow instructions and collaborate with colleagues effectively.</li><li data-start="2293" data-end="2348">
Good communication skills and a proactive attitude.</li><li data-start="2349" data-end="2431">
A strong understanding of health and safety in a warehouse setting is preferred.</li></ul>
If you&rsquo;re an experienced warehouse operative looking for work, apply now through Gap Personnel. or email your CV to Telford@gap-personnel.comIf 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 endeavour 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&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/privacy-policy/?iframe=true&amp;iframe=true">Privacy Policy</a>

Warehouse Coordinator, Deeside | &pound;31,200 per annum (negotiable DOE) | Day Shifts
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Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment? We&rsquo;re looking for a Warehouse Coordinator to join our client&rsquo;s logistics operations at their Deeside site. From handling incoming shipments, ensuring the ERP system is accurately kept up to date to coordinating outgoing deliveries, your work will be essential to keep the business running smoothly!
Working Hours &amp; Salary
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Monday to Friday 7:30am-4pm
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &pound;31,200 (negotiable dependent upon experience)
&nbsp;
What You&rsquo;ll Do
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Receive, inspect, and verify all incoming shipments
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Verify the content of received shipments against purchase orders or packing lists
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Perform goods inwards inspections and testing of raw materials
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Keep inventory up to date in the ERP system as an essential part of the operation
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Coordinate with carriers, suppliers, and colleagues across the globe (US &amp; Oman)
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ensure all outgoing shipments are accurate and on time
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Make all necessary transaction in ERP system and prepare all shipping documents accurately
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Order assembly facility supplies
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Work closely with the machine shop to keep stock levels of tools, parts, components, and end terminations
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Responsible for maintaining Dynamics 365 for tracking of raw materials and prefabricated products
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Participate in inventory counts and reconciliation
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Support day-to-day operations and team problem-solving to ensure smooth running of the business
&nbsp;
What We&rsquo;re Looking For
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong experience in shipping, receiving and warehouse operations
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Familiarity with ERP inventory systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus)
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong attention to detail and highly organised
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Excellent communication and teamwork skills
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Forklift and warehouse equipment skills (training available)
&nbsp;
Why You&rsquo;ll Love Working Here
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You will be a critical part of a team that keeps operations running like clockwork
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Grow your skills in logistics, inventory, and shipping systems
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Engage with international teams and suppliers
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Work in a supportive environment that values accuracy, safety, and collaboration
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Ready to Apply?
If you&rsquo;re ready to be an essential part of the team whilst thriving in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Send your CV to <a href="mailto:amy.williams@gap-personnel.com">amy.williams@gap-personnel.com</a> or call 01352 762213 for further details.

Warehouse Coordinator 

Production Operatives&nbsp;Exeter Business Park, nr Sowton Industrial EstateTemp to Perm opportunitiesgap personnel Exeter, are currently recruiting for Production Operatives for a temp to perm placement based on the outskirts of Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter.&nbsp;You will be joining a team that supply their products into the aerospace, marine and automotive industry. Reporting directly to the Production Team Leader the purpose of this role is to assemble, test and maintain quality control over items produced.&nbsp; &nbsp;As an Production Operative your duties will include:<ul>
<li>Performing assembly operations by following work instructions to manufacture motorsport components.</li><li>Performing test operations in accordance with work instructions.</li><li>Packaging and labelling correctly of finished products and moving these on pallets to dispatch area.</li><li>Working in a safe manner as instructed either by the section team leader or supervisor or following written work instruction where relevant.</li><li>Ensuring the work area is clean and tidy and maintained as such on a daily basis</li><li>Ensure that standards of quality are adhered to.</li><li>To perform as and when required any reasonable management request from the section team leader or supervisor.</li><li>Operate a Cherry Picker where required</li></ul>
About You:<ul>
<li>Keen eye for detail and a mechanical knowledge and interest to assist with production is desirable but not essential.</li><li>Previous experience of working within a factory environment preferable but not essential.</li><li>Excellent verbal communication skills.</li><li>Dynamic and proactive.</li><li>Flexibility to carry out a wide-ranging role.</li><li>Cherry Picker License is preferable</li></ul>
Working Hours &amp; Pay:<ul>
<li>Monday To Wednesday, 1415pm &ndash; 0015am &amp; Thursday, 1415pm &ndash; 2345pm</li><li>&pound;13.24 per hour</li></ul>
Key skills; metal work, factory, milling, fabrication, machine operating, spray painting, press brake, quality control, assembly, PCB, assembly, technicianSuccessful candidates will be pro-active team workers, liaising and co-operating with all members of staff. Operate within the confines of company policy and procedure requirements, including integrity and confidentiality in respect of the business. Abide by health and safety legislation in respect of yourself and others.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 01392 273665 and we will help you with your registration.gap personnel is operating as a recruitment business

Production Operative 

You&rsquo;ve got the right people.
The right skills.
Even the right schedule.
&nbsp;
And yet, somehow, things still feel&hellip;off.
&nbsp;
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.
&nbsp;
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.
&nbsp;
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.
&nbsp;
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.
&nbsp;
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.
&nbsp;
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.
&nbsp;
At gap personnel group, operational integration isn&rsquo;t something you have to think about. It&rsquo;s already taken care of.
#ItJustWorks.
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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.

Working side by side, but still worlds apart?

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.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Chaos included</h3>
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.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Prep like a pro</h3>
<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.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Hit the ground running</h3>
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.
&nbsp;
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.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Happy teams, happy machines</h3>
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.
&nbsp;
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>
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When winging it with temps just doesn’t fly

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 #ItJustWorks, we&rsquo;re taking a look at workforce transfers and how a bit of forward planning can stop the chaos before it starts.
<h2 class="MsoNormal">Workforce transfers gone wrong</h2>
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.
<h2 class="MsoNormal">A little planning goes a long way</h2>
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.
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.
<h2 class="MsoNormal">Making transfers work for you</h2>
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.
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.
<h2 class="MsoNormal">Preparation that pays off - every time</h2>
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, #ItJustWorks.
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>
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How not to lose your team (or your head) during a workforce transfer

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Benefits
 So, the core values sound like a good fit for you &ndash; but what else is on offer?
<ul>
<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>
</ul>
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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<ul>
<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>
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<div class="description"><h2>What makes The Range a different kind of workplace?</h2>
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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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<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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<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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