Industrial Recruitment
From manufacturing hubs to distribution centres, the Industrial arm of a business keeps everything moving; producing the goods, managing the logistics, and meeting the demands of fast-paced supply chains.
We understand how critically important it is having reliable, trustworthy and safety-conscious people in every role and the challenges employers face whether it’s shift cover at short notice, fluctuating demand or maintaining productivity. Our Industrial Division is dedicated to supplying the staff who keep local industry operating at its best.
As well as supplying temporary and contract workers on the shop floor, we also recruit up to senior management level on a permanent basis. This allows us to support our clients with a complete staffing solution.
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500+ businesses supported across Cambridgeshire and surrounding counties
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Our expertise
We recruit across a wide variety of industrial roles, including:
- Production & Assembly Operatives
- Warehouse Operatives & Pickers/Packers
- Forklift Drivers (Counterbalance, Reach, VNA)
- Machine Minders
- Line Leaders & Team Leaders
- Quality Control
- Stores & Stock Control
- Shift Supervisors & Production Managers
- Warehouse, Logistics & Operations Managers
Meet our Industrial recruitment specialists
Lisa Parsons
Principal Consultant
Georgia Ferris
Consultant
Who we support
We’re proud to work alongside the manufacturers, logistics hubs and warehousing operations that drive the local economy.
These are busy, demanding environments where reliability matters most, and our role is to keep production lines moving and supply chains flowing by providing people who work hard, stay safe and get the job done.
Our clients include:
- Manufacturing and production facilities
- Warehousing and distribution centres
- Engineering and fabrication workshops
- Food production and packaging plants
- Logistics, transport and supply chain providers
- E-commerce and fulfilment operations
Industrial job openings
- Industrial
- Permanent
- Swavesey
- 18000
Materials Operative (Part Time 20 hours per week)
£18,000 plus excellent benefits
A Part-time permanent Materials Operative to work for a super friendly manufacturing company based in Swavesey.
The Materials Operative is responsible for ensuring efficient and accurate handling of goods within the warehouse, this includes receiving, storing, and dispatching products to meet customer demands.
Main duties for the Materials Operative:
- Order picking and packing.
- Dispatching.
- Receiving and unloading.
- Inventory management.
- Office stationery stock levels.
- Goods in inspection.
Skills required for the Materials Operative:
- Previous experience in a warehouse or similar environment.
- Computer literate.
- Proficient in using inventory management software and MS Office applications.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise.
Desirable skills for the Materials Operative
- ERP systems knowledge.
- Manufacturing environment.
- Shipping or customs processes.
Hours of work for the Materials Operative:
Monday to Friday 4 hours per day
Benefits for the Materials Operative:
- 25 days paid annual leave plus the 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time employees).
- A one-off reward of 1-week additional paid annual leave every 5 years of service.
- Birthday Leave – one paid day of leave on your birthday to celebrate.
- Employee Volunteer Day
- Employee monthly award programme.
- Sick leave
- Company pension
- Discretionary annual company bonus.
- Choice of either Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan.
- Cycle-To-Work scheme.
- Supportive company culture.
- Complimentary beverages – tea, coffee, milk, squash, biscuits, chilled water, fruit.
- Training and development.
- Professional memberships and CPD days.
- Various social events and competitions.
- Free issue company clothing.
- On site car park.
- Christmas hamper.
For more details on this exciting Materials Operative position, please contact Lisa Parsons
Lisa Parsons
- Industrial
- Contract
- St Neots
- £14.74 rising to £15.93
Our client is looking for a motivated and reliable Despatch Operative to join their team and contribute to their operational success. Based in St Neots, the successful candidate will need to have previous warehouse experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare orders for dispatch by picking, packing, and labeling products accurately.
- Inspect products to ensure they meet quality standards before shipping.
- Operate forklift
- Maintain an organized and clean despatch area.
- Collaborate with team members to meet daily dispatch targets.
- Follow all safety and health regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
Skills / Experience
- Previous experience in a warehouse or despatch role is preferred.
- Ability to lift heavy objects
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
- Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
Hours & Pay
Week 1
06:00 until 14:00 Monday to Friday
Week 2
14:00 until 22:30 Monday to Thursday (Friday 14:00 until 20:00)
£14.74 per hour rising to £15.93 per hour
Georgia Ferris
- Industrial
- Contract
- Ely
- £14.15 per hour
Our client based in the Ely area is currently looking for an experienced Warehouse Operative with a Counterbalance Forklift license to join their busy and growing team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking company that supplies high-quality products across the UK.
Working within a fast-paced warehouse environment, you will play a key role in the production and dispatch of customer orders while working as part of the late shift team. This position would suit someone with previous warehouse experience with a valid forklift license who is motivated, reliable and looking to develop within a long-term career opportunity.
Main Responsibilities:
- Taking delivery of goods and supplies
- Checking incoming deliveries for damaged or missing items
- Moving stock around the warehouse manually or using a forklift truck
- Picking and packing customer orders accurately
- Loading goods with the forklift truck ready for dispatch
- Keeping stock records and paperwork up to date
- Maintaining cleanliness and organisation within the warehouse
- Supporting the wider warehouse and logistics team as required
Skills & Experience:
- Previous experience working within a warehouse environment
- Forklift licence (counterbalance) is essential
- Comfortable with heavy lifting and manual handling duties
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Motivated with a calm and level-headed approach
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Looking to learn, develop and progress within the business
Hourly Rate & Working Hours:
- £14.15 per hour
- Enhanced overtime rates available
- Monday to Friday
- 15:30 – 00:00
Benefits:
- Free on-site gym
- Private medical insurance
- Increasing annual leave entitlement with service
- Additional annual leave salary sacrifice scheme
- Employee discount platform
- Digital GP service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Bike to Work scheme
- Career progression opportunities
- Additional company benefits available
Georgia Ferris
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