FLT Counterbalance DriverLocation: WF1Pay: £13.89 per hourShifts: 6am–2pm Job Type: Full-timeWe are currently recruiting for an FLT Counterbalance Driver to join a busy textiles manufacturer.The RoleYou will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of materials and stock around the manufacturing site, supporting the production and warehouse teams.Key responsibilities:
Operating a counterbalance FLT safely and efficientlyLoading and unloading deliveriesMoving raw materials, finished products and stock around the siteLoading and unloading vehiclesKeeping stock organised and stored safelySupporting the production team when requiredFollowing all health & safety procedures and company policiesMaintaining a clean and tidy working area
Requirements
Valid Counterbalance FLT licencePrevious FLT experience preferredExperience within a warehouse or manufacturing environment is advantageousGood understanding of health & safetyReliable, punctual and hardworkingAble to work as part of a team
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FLT Counterbalance DriverLocation: WF1 Pay: £13.89 per hour Shifts: 6am–2pm Job Type: Full-timeWe are currently recruiting for an FLT Counterbalance Driver to join a busy textiles manufacturer.The RoleYou will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of materials and stock around the manufacturing site, supporting the production and warehouse teams.Key responsibilities:
Operating a counterbalance FLT safely and efficientlyLoading and unloading deliveriesMoving raw materials, finished products and stock around the siteLoading and unloading vehiclesKeeping stock organised and stored safelySupporting the production team when requiredFollowing all health & safety procedures and company policiesMaintaining a clean and tidy working area
Requirements
Valid Counterbalance FLT licencePrevious FLT experience preferredExperience within a warehouse or manufacturing environment is advantageousGood understanding of health & safetyReliable, punctual and hardworkingAble to work as part of a team
Aqumen Recruitment is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
Learn to safely operate and maintain mechanical weaving looms.
Develop the skills required to weave advanced carbon fibre fabrics to exact specifications
Learn the process of warping and preparing looms for production
Assist with machine set-up, adjustments and routine maintenance activities
Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet customer and company standards
Follow manufacturing procedures, work instructions and health & safety requirements
Work alongside experienced technicians to develop practical manufacturing technical skills
Record production and quality information accurately
Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
Training:Engineering and manufacturing support technician.
Weekly attendance at Riverside College, Widnes. Training Outcome:On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice could potentially have a permanent role within our business with opportunities for long-term career progression and further technical development.Employer Description:Sigmatex is manufacturing company, specialising in advanced carbon fibre textiles for composite materials, supplying industries such as aerospace, automotive, marine and energy. The company has been operating since 1986 and is recognised for designing and producing high-performance carbon fibre fabrics, including recycled material solutions.Working Hours :Monday – Friday 08:00AM – 16:00PM Two paid 30-minute breaks.
1 day per week attending Riverside College, Widnes.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Punctual,Driven....Read more...
Design Technology Teacher – SupplyLocation: Hastings and surrounding areasPay: £130–£180 per day for daily cover | Pay to scale for long-term rolesJob Type: Supply – Full-time or Part-timeStart Date: September 2026Design Technology Teacher – Flexible OpportunitiesAre you a Design Technology Teacher looking for supply work or a longer-term role from September?We are working with secondary schools across Hastings and the surrounding areas who require DT Teachers to support their departments.Opportunities are available across day-to-day cover, short-term assignments and longer-term placements. We welcome teachers with experience across Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, Engineering, Food Technology, Textiles or related areas.The roleTeaching DT across KS3 and KS4Delivering practical and theory-based lessonsTeaching towards GCSE where requiredSupporting students through practical projectsMaintaining safe working practicesPlanning lessons for longer-term placementsAssessing student work and progressManaging practical classrooms and workshops effectivelyWe are looking for:QTS or relevant teaching experienceSecondary DT teaching experienceStrong technical and practical knowledgeConfidence working in practical environmentsEffective classroom managementA commitment to student progressA reliable and professional approachWhat we offer£130–£180 per day for daily coverLong-term roles paid to scaleFull-time and part-time opportunitiesFlexible supply workSchools across Hastings and surrounding areasShort and long-term placementsDedicated recruitment supportApply today to explore the Design Technology opportunities available from September.....Read more...
Design Technology Teacher – SupplyLocation: Tunbridge Wells and surrounding areasPay: £130–£180 per day for daily cover | Pay to scale for long-term rolesJob Type: Supply – Full-time or Part-timeStart Date: September 2026Design Technology Teacher – Flexible Supply OpportunitiesAre you a Design Technology Teacher looking for flexible work or a longer-term position from September?We are supporting secondary schools across Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding areas with their recruitment for DT Teachers. Opportunities are available across day-to-day supply, short-term cover and longer-term placements.We are keen to hear from teachers with experience across different areas of Design Technology, including Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, Engineering, Food Technology and Textiles.The roleTeaching DT across KS3 and KS4Delivering practical and theory-based lessonsTeaching towards GCSE where requiredSupporting students with design and practical projectsMaintaining safe working practices in practical environmentsPlanning lessons for longer-term placementsAssessing student work and monitoring progressManaging behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environmentWe are looking for:QTS or relevant teaching experienceSecondary DT teaching experienceStrong subject knowledge and practical skillsConfidence working in a practical classroom/workshop environmentGood classroom managementA commitment to student progress and achievementA reliable and professional approachWhy work with us?£130–£180 per day for daily coverLong-term positions paid to scaleFull-time and part-time opportunitiesFlexible supply workSchools across Tunbridge Wells and surrounding areasDedicated support from an education recruitment consultantApply today to discuss the Design Technology opportunities available from September.....Read more...
Daily contact with customer/s to ascertain requirements, delivery days and update order and delivery status
Processing of Sales Orders through to delivery and invoice
Customer Complaints: acknowledge and process in accordance with Issue procedure
Timely completion of month end procedure
Training:
This is a work-based qualification, monthly college attendance
Supported, protected 6 hours weekly off the job training.
Training Outcome:
Full time Job role in the Sales Office
Employer Description:Itac mix together the ingredients to deliver Great Chemistry. This is not just about our formulation and compounding expertise as adhesives and coatings manufacturers. It’s also about the chemistry that develops between Itac and our customers because of the way we do business. Achieving the right combination of both is where we really specialise and add value in creating the right properties to make your products excel.
The company designs, develops, manufactures and delivers adhesives and coatings. Itac do this for a range of customers in a number of industry sectors such as:
· Flame retardant coatings
· Adhesives for textiles
· Roofing, construction and flooring adhesives
· Adhesives for mounting, laminating and encapsulation
· Food industry coatings and adhesives
Adhesives approved for skin contactWorking Hours :Monday to Friday: 8:45 am to 5:00 pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Understanding,Equality Diversity Inclusion....Read more...
Textile Machine Operative – Mirfield
£14.18 per hourMonday–Friday | Rotating Double Days06:15–14:15 / 14:15–22:15Aqumen Recruitment is looking for Machine Operatives to join an established textile manufacturer in Mirfield.This is a great opportunity for someone with production or machinery experience — or strong mechanical aptitude — who wants to develop into a skilled machine operator.Full training is provided.What You’ll Be Doing
Operate specialist textile machinery.Monitor machine performance and production flow.Carry out quality checks.Make basic adjustments once trained.Identify faults and report technical issues.Complete production records accurately.Maintain high safety and housekeeping standards.Work to production, quality and efficiency targets.
What We’re Looking For
You should be:
Reliable and punctual.Mechanically or technically minded.Comfortable working around machinery.Able to follow instructions and procedures.Quality focused with good attention to detail.Confident working independently once trained.Able to work both rotating shifts.
Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience is highly desirable, particularly within:Textiles | Engineering | Packaging | Plastics | Print | Food Production | CNC | Extrusion | General ManufacturingDirect textile experience is not essential.Training & Progression
You’ll receive full machine-specific training, with your pay increasing as you develop your skills and competence.There are also opportunities to progress into multi-skilled, Team Leader and Supervisor roles.Important
You must be able to reliably travel to Mirfield for the 06:15 start and work both shifts:06:15–14:1514:15–22:15If you are reliable, technically minded and looking to build a long-term career in manufacturing, apply today.Aqumen Recruitment is operating as a recruitment business in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
Providing excellent face-to-face customer service and building positive customer relationships
Responding to customer enquiries via email in a professional and timely manner
Processing and fulfilling customer orders accurately and efficiently
Printing and preparing order documentation
Packing customer orders to a high standard, ensuring products are presented and dispatched correctly
Assisting with stock handling and order preparation
Learning the chocolate-making process and supporting production activities
Developing knowledge of products to confidently assist customers with enquiries and recommendations
Working as part of a small team to support the day-to-day running of the business
Training:
Customer Service Practitioner Level 2
Apprentices will be allocated a Trainer Assessor, and training will be planned and delivered in conjunction with the employer to meet the individual needs of the apprentice
The apprentice will spend 20% of their working hours in off the job activities and training
On the job and off the job training will be delivered in the workplace
Training Outcome:Full-time permanent role within the company.Employer Description:Once upon a time, Luisa was a textiles teacher who always carriedchocolate in her bag. Today, she handcrafts multiple award winningbean-to-bar chocolate from her ethical chocolate-makingbusiness in Nottingham. At Luisa's Vegan Chocolates, we are passionate about producing high-quality craft chocolate while supporting sustainable and ethical sourcing. We pay our cocoa farmers better-than-fair prices for their exceptional beans, ensuring that every chocolate bar we make reflects our commitment to quality, fairness, and craftsmanship. As a small, friendly team, we take pride in what we do and are excited to offer an apprentice the opportunity to learn every aspect of our business, from customer service and retail to chocolateproduction and order fulfilment.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 11.30am - 4.30pm. Flexible to work some Saturdays.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Patience....Read more...
Textile Technical Operative – Mirfield
£14.18 per hourMonday–Friday | Rotating Double Days06:15–14:15 / 14:15–22:15Aqumen Recruitment is looking for Machine Operatives to join an established textile manufacturer in Mirfield.This is a great opportunity for someone with production or machinery experience — or strong mechanical aptitude — who wants to develop into a skilled machine operator.Full training is provided.What You’ll Be Doing
Operate specialist textile machinery.Monitor machine performance and production flow.Carry out quality checks.Make basic adjustments once trained.Identify faults and report technical issues.Complete production records accurately.Maintain high safety and housekeeping standards.Work to production, quality and efficiency targets.
What We’re Looking For
You should be:
Reliable and punctual.Mechanically or technically minded.Comfortable working around machinery.Able to follow instructions and procedures.Quality focused with good attention to detail.Confident working independently once trained.Able to work both rotating shifts.
Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience is highly desirable, particularly within:Textiles | Engineering | Packaging | Plastics | Print | Food Production | CNC | Extrusion | General ManufacturingDirect textile experience is not essential.Training & Progression
You’ll receive full machine-specific training, with your pay increasing as you develop your skills and competence.There are also opportunities to progress into multi-skilled, Team Leader and Supervisor roles.Important
You must be able to reliably travel to Mirfield for the 06:15 start and work both shifts:06:15–14:1514:15–22:15If you are reliable, technically minded and looking to build a long-term career in manufacturing, apply today.Aqumen Recruitment is operating as a recruitment business in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
