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Process Technologist - Food Manufacturing!

Location: Carlisle

Role Type: Permanent, Full Time

£40,000 + Excellent Benefits Package + Growth and Progression Opportunities + Training and Development

About the Company

Join one of the UK’s leading food manufacturers, supplying high-quality products across a range of categories to major retailers and food service partners. With a strong focus on quality, innovation, and people, this organisation offers a supportive environment where you can develop your skills and build a long-term career in food manufacturing.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Process Technologist to join our team in Carlisle. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with at least one year of experience in the food industry, ideally with a background in a food-related degree.

You will play a key role in developing and launching new food products — from concept creation through to factory trials and product launch. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, enjoys problem-solving, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end process of new product development, from concept to launch
• Assist with recipe formulation, sample preparation, and kitchen or factory trials
• Maintain and complete NPD documentation, including product specifications and submission forms
• Use Excel, PowerPoint, and internal systems for project tracking and reporting
• Upload and manage product information on retailer systems and portals
• Collaborate closely with NPD, Technical, and Commercial teams to ensure successful product launches

About You

Whether you’re already working as an NPD Technologist or with relevant experience working in food manufacturing, this role could be right for you.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Degree (or equivalent) in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline
• Experience of working within a food manufacturing process environment
• Creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about food and innovation
• Confident with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and general administrative tasks
• Good understanding of current food trends, consumers, and competitors
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail and Strong problem-solving and organisational abilities

Benefits

• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Training and mentoring to support personal progression
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee referral rewards
• Discounts and perks across a range of retail and leisure partners

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking food manufacturer that values creativity, collaboration, and career development. You’ll be part of a dynamic team where innovation is encouraged, and your contribution will directly impact exciting new product launches across the UK market.

If this role is of interst, please apply with your updated CV and a member of our team will get in touch!

Manufacturing Manager

Location: Carlisle

Working Hours: 4 on / 4 off, 12-hour shifts (6am-6pm)

Salary: Competitive Salary + benefits

About us:

When you join 2 Sisters, you're joining one of the UK's biggest food manufacturers - a £3 billion business with 13,500 colleagues who are passionate about feeding the nation. At our Cavaghan & Gray site in Carlisle, we're proud to create delicious, high-quality M&S products enjoyed by millions of customers every week. With over 150 product lines and 115 million units produced each year, the impact of our work is felt far and wide.

About the role:

We are looking for a driven and hands-on Manufacturing Manager to join our Carlisle site during an exciting period of transformation. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and wants to make a real impact on performance, people, and processes.

You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations across 7 key production lines, managing a workforce of approximately 200 people. Each 24-hour cycle produces up to 200,000 units, and you will play a critical role in keeping the operation running smoothly and efficiently.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting Production Managers across both days and nights, ensuring effective handovers.
• Driving performance against KPIs, including materials usage, labour variances, and overall efficiency.
• Actively managing production challenges such as breakdowns, staffing gaps, and rolling shortages.
• Spending time on the factory floor, understanding start-up processes, and embedding hygiene and quality standards.
• Supporting site-wide transformation initiatives, working with engineering, hygiene, technical, and planning teams.
• Analysing data, chairing meetings, and turning insights into actions that improve performance.

About You

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire and engage teams.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• A practical, hands-on approach with the confidence to be visible on the shop floor.
• The ability to balance data analysis with day-to-day operational management.
• Drive, resilience, and a proactive mindset - someone who sees challenges as opportunities.

Benefits

* Up to 35 days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays

* Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid, offering confidential support services 365 days a year

* Company Pension Scheme

* Boparan Restaurant Group Discount

* Cycle2Work Scheme

Why Join Us?

As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasise promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.

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Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: £42,215+ depending on skills and experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Collate and manage Jig and Fixtures requirements and demands for Manufacturing Engineering and Build & Test into technical documentation.
• Reviewing new request for Jigs, Tooling & Modules
• Influence jig and module design through technical discussions with stakeholders
• Enablement of the SSNA Build Strategy through Jigs, Modules & Tooling
• Gather Module requirements and demands for Manufacturing Engineering and Build & Test
• Engaging with stakeholders from other Programmes in order to assess and implement LfE into SSNA Jigs, Tooling and ways of working
• Contribute to the management of the Quality and SHE Systems, for Manufacturing Engineering processes and documentation e.g. calling up safe methods of working
• Assure product and process quality as determined by company processes. Develop and test new systems when the need arises
• Act as a project focal point for discipline-specific tasks, ensuring best practices are adopted and embedded. This may involve developing processes within their sub-discipline by studying product requirements, researching, designing, modifying, and testing development methods and equipment, and conferring with field specialists and technologists

Your skills and experiences:

• HNC qualification or equivalent experience in mechanical or structural engineering
• Background in manufacturing or production environments
• Proven stakeholder management abilities with good communication skills
• Experience working with build aids, jigs/fixtures, or construction tooling

• Exposure to interim products or sub-assemblies within high-hazard industries

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Manufacturing Engineering team:

The Manufacturing Engineering function comprises Build Strategy, Dimensional Management , Processes, and the newly established Jigs, Modules & Tooling and Facilities teams. These groups collaborate closely to ensure SSNA delivers an optimised, build-ready design, while aligning facility layouts to support the overall build strategy. The purpose of the Jigs, Modules & Tooling team is to play a key role in enabling the SSNA programme and supporting its planned delivery cadence through the effective deployment of tooling solutions. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 12th November 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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10 x Manufacturing Engineers
Initial 12 Month Contracts
Full time on site
Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
47.14 Per Hour (Umbrella - Inside IR35)

The Roles

* Responsible for converting the Engineering Design intent into Manufacturing Engineering data (sometimes complex) for Manufacturing Operations use
* Responsible for timely completion of personal and team tasks using appropriate techniques.
* Responsible for managing and developing staff in-line with appropriate performance management techniques and processes.
* Responsible for identifying own development opportunities
* Where appropriate, checks and approves the Teams' work ready for release to Manufacturing Operations
* Build effective internal and cross functional relationships in order to achieve overall Project requirements.
* Identify the manpower and activities required to meet a set programme of work.
* Assure product and process quality as determined by company processes. Develop and test new systems when the need arises
* Provide decision-making information by calculating production, labour, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements

The Candidate

* Experience in defining and managing Key Performance Indicators
* Experience in performing route cause analysis and reporting on countermeasures
* Previous experience in dealing with performance management and leading a team
* Professional knowledge of relevant Engineering standards (including SHE regulations)

If you are interested in these positions, please send a copy of your CV to Tom McGuire by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

10 x Manufacturing Engineers
Initial 12 Month Contracts
Full time on site
Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
47.14 Per Hour (Umbrella - Inside IR35)

The Roles

* Responsible for converting the Engineering Design intent into Manufacturing Engineering data (sometimes complex) for Manufacturing Operations use
* Responsible for timely completion of personal and team tasks using appropriate techniques.
* Responsible for managing and developing staff in-line with appropriate performance management techniques and processes.
* Responsible for identifying own development opportunities
* Where appropriate, checks and approves the Teams' work ready for release to Manufacturing Operations
* Build effective internal and cross functional relationships in order to achieve overall Project requirements.
* Identify the manpower and activities required to meet a set programme of work.
* Assure product and process quality as determined by company processes. Develop and test new systems when the need arises
* Provide decision-making information by calculating production, labour, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements

The Candidate

* Experience in defining and managing Key Performance Indicators
* Experience in performing route cause analysis and reporting on countermeasures
* Previous experience in dealing with performance management and leading a team
* Professional knowledge of relevant Engineering standards (including SHE regulations)

If you are interested in these positions, please send a copy of your CV to Tom McGuire by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

Job Title: Principal Manufacturing Engineer – Infrastructure

Location: Barrow-in-Furness (On-site)

Salary: Competitive

What you’ll be doing :

• Convert industrial capability concepts, infrastructure needs and technology plans into defined requirement strategies and business cases
• Manage delivery of allocated scope, including planning and scheduling work packages in line with annual and quarterly milestones for future facility development
• Define and develop facility and infrastructure requirements in collaboration with the Senior Requirements Manager, supporting implementation of a new Production Line Operating Model using RIBA LCM
• Contribute to the development of future manufacturing processes by creating process maps, analysing data, resolving technical queries and providing measurable improvements
• Support the evolution of submarine build methods while maintaining an understanding of existing production practices
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with facility owners, senior leadership, subject matter experts and key stakeholders across internal and external organisations
• Translate engineering design intent into manufacturing engineering outputs to support facility capability development, ensuring documentation accuracy and compliance

Your skills and experiences:

• HNC/D or equivalent in Construction, Engineering or Project Management
• Knowledge of submarine operations/trade domains (Coatings, Build, Test & Commissioning), Engineering, or Infrastructure/Facility Management is advantageous
• Stakeholder management and submarine sector networking experience desirable
• Experience managing complex projects, programmes or portfolios; AutoCAD and SolidWorks skills beneficial
• Background in engineering or project oversight on major facilities, including configuration and systems management

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Build & Test (SSNA Infrastructure) team:

As a Principal Manufacturing Engineer, you will work with a team delivering complex , cross-discipline manufacturing projects, ensuring methods of manufacture, assembly, and repair meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets throughout the product lifecycle. You’ll apply your expertise to ensure design intent is achieved in operations, manage resources to support project delivery, and balance stakeholder demands across Manufacturing Operations and Programme teams. This is a key leadership role focussed on driving capability, compliance, and operational excellence. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 11th November 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Dimensional Management

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: £42,215+ depending on skills and experience

What you’ll be doing :

• Work closely with Design Engineering to identify and manage key quality characteristics in design outputs
• Assess the Producibility of design outputs and provide recommendations based on manufacturing capability
• Assess tolerances, datums and GD&T to support the design and development of the product
• Work with the build strategy team to identify inspection hold points in the build sequence
• Introduce new tools and processes relating to dimensional capability across the business

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• HNC / STEM or equivalent trade experience
• Detailed understanding of dimensional measurement systems and metrology principles
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and/or CAD models
• Previous Shipbuilding knowledge is beneficial but not essential

Desirable:

• Excellent understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Experience working on large-scale bespoke engineering projects
• Build Tolerances / Tolerance Stack-up
• Experience in Shipbuilding Fabrication or Machining Operations

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Manufacturing Engineering team:

As a part of the Dimensional Management team you will be faced with interesting opportunity’s, with diverse and broad tasking, enabling the team to learn submarine design & build process. You will be involved in influencing and impacting the design and quality teams, identifying key characteristics that need managing from design and into build through Quality Control Plans to capture inspection hold points that require further control . Adaptability is key with a desire to absorb build knowledge of submarine inspection requirements. We offer relocation support packages across all submarine’s roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 7th November 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Health and Safety Manager (Manufacturing)

40,000 - 50,000 + Progression + Training + Monday to Friday + Days + Health Cash Plan + Excellent Company Benefits

Ideally Located: Ulverston, Barrow-In-Furness, Dalton-In-Furness, Walney, Askam-In-Furness, Millon, ETC

Are you a Health and Safety Manager from a manufacturing background, looking to develop your career at a company who pride themselves on their employee development whilst working in an autonomous and highly rewarding role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry-leading company where you can directly influence a company's growth, with real impact, visibility, and the chance to shape best practices within a manufacturing environment.

The company have dominated their industry year after year and cemented themselves as the go to supplier for companies across the UK, they are now looking for a Health and Safety Manager to continue their success.

You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining health, safety, and environmental systems, coordinating training programmes, conducting internal and external audits, and overseeing a fast-paced manufacturing site.

This role would suit a Health and Safety Manager with a manufacturing background who is seeking a highly rewarding and autonomous position in a Monday-to-Friday, days-based role.

The Role:

• Implementing and Maintaining Health and Safety Systems
• Overseeing a fast-paced manufacturing site
• Monday to Friday - Flexible hours

The Candidate:

• Experienced in a Manufacturing environment
• NEBOSH and IOSH Qualified
• Looking to for an autonomous and rewarding role

Reference Number: BBBH (phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Dan Smith at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.