Join a well-established manufacturer in Blackburn and secure a long-term role with real career growth opportunities! As a Machine Operator, you will play a key role in our production process.
Salary: &pound;13.07 per hour Shift Pattern: Continental Shift &ndash; 12-hour shifts (6am&ndash;6pm / 6pm&ndash;6am)
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<li data-section-id="dxgyg2" data-start="158" data-end="208">Week 1: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun &ndash; 60 hours</li>
<li data-section-id="1upidu1" data-start="209" data-end="244">Week 2: Wed, Thu &ndash; 24 hours</li>
<li data-section-id="nrtc7e" data-start="245" data-end="297">Shift Rotation: 2 weeks days, 2 weeks nights</li>
</ul>
Key Responsibilities:
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<li data-section-id="2ubs8e" data-start="552" data-end="603">Operating blow and injection moulding machinery</li>
<li data-section-id="opp912" data-start="604" data-end="647">Conducting quality checks on production</li>
<li data-section-id="7gt6v0" data-start="648" data-end="703">Recording production data (parts, rejects, weights)</li>
<li data-section-id="egbuhn" data-start="704" data-end="753">Maintaining a clean and safe work environment</li>
<li data-section-id="1978dmq" data-start="754" data-end="800">Supporting smooth handovers between shifts</li>
</ul>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For:
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<li data-section-id="1skjfbe" data-start="832" data-end="904">Experience in manufacturing or machine operation (training provided)</li>
<li data-section-id="1xlshc7" data-start="905" data-end="958">Basic understanding of health &amp; safety procedures</li>
<li data-section-id="3e1u7c" data-start="959" data-end="986">Comfortable wearing PPE</li>
<li data-section-id="1c3531" data-start="987" data-end="1031">Reliable with strong attention to detail</li>
<li data-section-id="mg9y94" data-start="1032" data-end="1085">Able to work both independently and within a team</li>
</ul>
What We Offer:
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<li data-section-id="jrejtz" data-start="1108" data-end="1127">Competitive pay</li>
<li data-section-id="1untrpo" data-start="1128" data-end="1154">Full training provided</li>
<li data-section-id="1q7fbi8" data-start="1155" data-end="1191">Career progression opportunities</li>
<li data-section-id="gevaqh" data-start="1192" data-end="1225">Wellness and events programme</li>
<li data-section-id="192kcta" data-start="1226" data-end="1249">Free onsite parking</li>
</ul>
To apply, please send your CV to <a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="1301" data-end="1366">blackburn@gap-personnel.com</a>

Machine Operators – Blackburn 

Gap Personnel (operating as an employment business) are currently recruiting for our client in Halesfield area, Telford.
Hours of work: &nbsp;6AM-6PM Continental shifts (4 on 4 off shift pattern)&nbsp;
Leading to a permanent job for the right candidate
The job: &middot; Working in a chilled environment picking and packing orders, sealing boxes, labelling, palletising ready for despatch &middot; &nbsp;Full training providing Ideally, previous picking experience ideally as extremely important that orders picked are correct.
What we want from you - &middot; A positive attitude to work, willing to work in a cold environment, Have a flexible approach to work and duties &middot; Happy to take on training to ensure you have the correct knowledge to do your job
What we give you - &middot;&nbsp; Great working environment &middot;&nbsp; Continuous regular work &middot; 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 Patrycja or Richard who will be happy to help.
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Despatch Operative

gap personnel are an employment agency and we are looking for a Process Operator to join their already busy team
&nbsp;
Based in Corwen, duties will include
<ul>
<li>Following formulations provided by the QA department to mix and blend ingredients</li>
<li>Complete all necessary paper to update records</li>
<li>Setting up and selecting raw material to batch</li>
<li>Using a Counterbalance FLT Licence to move stock and palletis</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Skills
<ul>
<li>Must have a Counterbalance Licence&nbsp;</li>
<li>Be able to physically lift products</li>
<li>Complete necessary paperwork and update computers</li>
<li>Be able to work as a team</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Hours of work are Monday - Friday 7.30am-5pm
&nbsp;
Hourly rate of pay is &pound;13.40 per hour
&nbsp;
This role will become permanent for the right person
&nbsp;
Please send your CV <a href="mailto:Gap_Wrexham@gap-personnel.com">Gap_Wrexham@gap-personnel.com</a>
&nbsp;

Process Operator

gap personnel are an employment agency and are proud to be supporting their long term client with&nbsp; FLT Drivers based in Wrexham
&nbsp;
You will be responsible for the following duties
<ul>
<li>Unloading and loading parts using a Counterbalance FLT</li>
<li>Palletising</li>
<li>Order Picking</li>
<li>Stock Control</li>
<li>Basic inputting of part numbers and stock</li>
<li>Handballing</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Skills
<ul>
<li>Valid Counterbalance FLT Licence</li>
<li>Solid Background in Warehousing</li>
<li>Flexible with duties as its not all FLT work</li>
<li>Basic computer skills</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Hours are 4on 4off, 12 hour days and nights following a shift rota
&pound;14.35 per hour
Long term temp
&nbsp;
Please can you send me your CV to <a href="mailto:Gap_Wredham@gap-personnel.com">Gap_Wrexham@gap-personnel.com</a>
&nbsp;
gap personnel are an employment agency and are supporting their client with FLT Drivers
Please contact the office on 01978 366666 or send your CV to Gap_Wrexham@gap-personnel.com

FLT Drivers

Reporting to the QA Manager, as a QA Controller, you will be responsible for the below duties in this leading manufacturing company based in Wrexham
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Ensure that H&amp;S rules and regulations are adhered to at all times</li>
<li>Effectively and efficiently manage the quality, safety and legality of products throughout the Production process</li>
<li>Monitor and report non -conformances and ensure they are raised. Communicated and managed through to completion&nbsp;</li>
<li>Undertake routine quality control testing complying with internal procedures</li>
<li>Facilitate inspection of products</li>
<li>Undertake quality related audits accurately and thoroughly</li>
<li>Maintain and continually improve the quality management system in line with current BRC, HACCP and Hygiene requirements</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Your skills will be&nbsp;
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<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-element: frame; mso-element-frame-hspace: 9.0pt; mso-element-wrap: around; mso-element-anchor-vertical: paragraph; mso-element-anchor-horizontal: margin; mso-element-top: 9.2pt; mso-height-rule: exactly;">&nbsp;
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-element: frame; mso-element-frame-hspace: 9.0pt; mso-element-wrap: around; mso-element-anchor-vertical: paragraph; mso-element-anchor-horizontal: margin; mso-element-top: 9.2pt; mso-height-rule: exactly;">Hours of work are 4on, 4off (2 x 12 hour days, 2 x 12 hour nights)
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<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-element: frame; mso-element-frame-hspace: 9.0pt; mso-element-wrap: around; mso-element-anchor-vertical: paragraph; mso-element-anchor-horizontal: margin; mso-element-top: 9.2pt; mso-height-rule: exactly;">This will become permanent for the right person
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<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-element: frame; mso-element-frame-hspace: 9.0pt; mso-element-wrap: around; mso-element-anchor-vertical: paragraph; mso-element-anchor-horizontal: margin; mso-element-top: 9.2pt; mso-height-rule: exactly;">gap personnel are an employment agency and are suppotring their client with Quality Controllers
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Quality Controllers

Part-Time Administrator Woodbury Salterton, Devon, EX5gap personnel are looking for a friendly and organised Part-Time Administrator to support a busy office team in Woodbury Salterton. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a varied workload and thrives in a small, welcoming office environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Answering incoming phone calls</li><li>Managing and responding to emails</li><li>Placing orders</li><li>Filing and general administrative duties</li><li>Supporting day-to-day office operations</li></ul>
Requirements:<ul>
<li>Previous administrative experience preferred</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel</li><li>Strong communication and organisational skills</li><li>Ability to multitask and prioritise workload</li><li>Comfortable working in an office environment with dogs</li></ul>
Working Hours:<ul>
<li>Monday to Friday: 09:00am &ndash; 13:00pm</li></ul>
What We Offer:<ul>
<li>Competitive hourly rate of &pound;14.60</li><li>Consistent part-time hours</li><li>Friendly and relaxed working environment</li></ul>
If you&rsquo;re organised, approachable, and enjoy working in a supportive team (and like dogs!), we&rsquo;d love to hear from you. Apply today!

Part Time Administrator 

Warehouse Operative Woodbury Salterton, Devon, EX5gap personnel are currently seeking reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operatives to join a busy team based in Woodbury Salterton.This is a hands-on role suited to individuals who are comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Picking and packing orders accurately</li><li>General warehouse duties</li><li>Putting stock away in designated locations</li><li>Manual handling and lifting (25kg+)</li><li>Maintaining a clean and organised workspace</li></ul>
Requirements:<ul>
<li>Previous warehouse experience is desirable but not essential</li><li>Ability to lift heavy items (25kg and above)</li><li>Good attention to detail</li><li>Strong work ethic and reliability</li><li>Ability to work well within a team</li></ul>
Working Hours:<ul>
<li>Monday to Thursday: 09:00am &ndash; 17:00pm</li><li>Friday: 08:45am &ndash; 16:30pm</li></ul>
What We Offer:<ul>
<li>Competitive hourly rate of &pound;14.60</li><li>Consistent weekday hours</li><li>Supportive working environment</li></ul>
If you are physically fit, dependable, and ready to get started, we&rsquo;d like to hear from you. Apply today to join the team!

Warehouse Operative

Productivity Manager South West England | Full-time | PermanentOur client is a highly successful and fast-growing UK retail business (Sunday Times Top Track 100) with a strong national presence and a people-focused culture. They are now seeking an experienced Productivity Manager to play a key role in transforming workforce planning and operational efficiency across their multi-site estate.The OpportunityThis is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation undergoing continued growth and transformation. The successful candidate will lead the development of modern, demand-led labour planning models that align staffing levels to customer demand, operational workload, and commercial priorities.Working closely with senior stakeholders across Operations, Finance, HR, and Data, you will drive productivity improvements, workforce planning standards, and long-term efficiency initiatives.Key Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Own and continuously enhance labour planning and workforce models</li><li>Translate operational activity into effective staffing requirements</li><li>Identify productivity opportunities while maintaining service standards</li><li>Deliver reporting, insights, and performance analysis</li><li>Support store teams to optimise labour deployment and rota planning</li><li>Improve systems, tools, and workforce planning processes</li><li>Build strong relationships across multiple business functions</li></ul>
Candidate ProfileOur client is looking for an individual with experience in workforce planning, labour optimisation, productivity, or operational improvement within a multi-site environment such as retail, hospitality, or leisure.You will also demonstrate:<ul>
<li>Strong analytical and commercial skills</li><li>Advanced Excel / modelling capability</li><li>Confidence influencing stakeholders at all levels</li><li>A hands-on, pragmatic approach</li><li>Resilience within a fast-paced environment</li><li>A passion for continuous improvement</li></ul>
What&rsquo;s on Offer<ul>
<li>Competitive salary</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Employee discount benefits</li><li>Long service recognition</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Genuine opportunity to shape business performance and make a visible impact within a growing organisation</li></ul>
&nbsp;

Productivity Manager

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.
&nbsp;
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).
&nbsp;
<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.
&nbsp;
<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.
&nbsp;
<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.
&nbsp;
<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.
&nbsp;
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.
&nbsp;
<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.
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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.
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<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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 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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<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>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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