Andy Haddon

Head of Sales - PlasticsLocation: Remote, Salary: Circa £60,000 + Performance Bonus + Company CarJoin a dynamic company specializing in innovative solutions for the plastic extrusion manufacturing industry. With a strong presence in the UK and ambitious plans for growth, we are seeking an experienced Head of Sales to drive our UK sales strategy and build our client base from the ground up.Responsibilities - Head of Sales Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy to achieve revenue targets in the UK plastics sector.Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline by identifying, sourcing, and engaging new clients from scratch.Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation to deal closure, ensuring high conversion rates.Build and nurture relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and industry partners in the plastic extrusion sector.Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align sales efforts with company objectives.Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to refine sales strategies.Provide regular performance reports and sales forecasts to senior leadership.Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies. Experience – Head of Sales 5 years of B2B sales experience ideally within the plastics manufacturing industry.Proven ability to build sales lists and manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation to deal completion.Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets in the UK market.Exceptional relationship-building and negotiation skills with senior stakeholders and clients.Strategic mindset with the ability to translate industry insights into actionable sales plans.Excellent communication and presentation skills, comfortable working remotely.Familiarity with remote collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams) and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).Established network of contacts within the UK plastic extrusion manufacturing sector.Knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in plastic extrusion manufacturing. Benefits – Head of Sales Competitive salary of circa £60,000, plus performance-based bonus and company car.Opportunity to lead and shape a growing sales function in a specialized industry.Fully remote role with flexibility to work from anywhere in the UK.A collaborative and inclusive culture with opportunities for professional growth. For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Maintenance Team Leader£60,000Coalville4 on 4 offOur client are a market leader in their industry, they are seeking a maintenance team leader to join their team in Coalville. The role will be responsible for a 4 man team and cover the sites machinery maintenance.Responsibilities & Duties – Maintenance Team Leader Lead the shift maintenance teamReport out on shift maintenance team activitiesEnsure team works to high standards of health & safety to meet or exceed legislative requirements & company standardsDeputise for Shift Manager if they are not on siteEnsure shift team are following reporting protocols and carrying out maintenance reporting through CMMS systemEnsure shift team are filling out Major Breakdown Reports as requiredLead completion of TPM/PPM activitiesConstantly monitor each stage of the process.Ensure correct spare parts are identified and fitted to operate safelyRectify all stoppages/malfunctions, escalating for support when appropriateEnsure that the team always follow the site PPE policy. Essential experience and qualifications – Maintenance Team Leader ONC level 3 diploma in relevant field of engineering but HNC in Engineering preferredSiemens S7 PLC trainingFanuc Robot TrainingYou will need a good working knowledge of PLC’s and all associated controlled automated equipment and be a competent in fault diagnosis on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.Fault diagnosis and repairsMost of the plant will contain HMI display screens. It will be part of your job function to understand the systems operation and relate it to Electrical/mechanical faults. Benefits – Maintenance Team Leader 26 days annual leavePensionContinuous recognised trainingCareer progression For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Production ManagerGloucestershireExperience Dependent + Car Allowance + Bonus + MedicalOur client are a global leader in engineering and manufacturing with sites across the globe. They are seeking a production manager to join their Gloucestershire site. The role will suit someone with experience across ensuring multiple teams are able to meet production targets and ensure a high level of quality  Responsibilities – Production Manager Prepares annual production budget, oversees progress, and determines actions to cost issues as necessary in order to manage operations within the budget and resources.Develops programs, projects, goals, and metrics to lead the organization to the highest level of operational performance while optimizing working capital throughout Operations.Develops and executes plans to reduce non-value-added costs, increase revenues, and delight customers by delivering products on time with high factory and supplier yields and decreasing product field failure rates.Provides support to the Sales team, as required, during customer visits to explain the capabilities of the manufacturing facilities.Collaborates with Operational Excellence teams to integrate lean manufacturing principles into production processes. Qualification/Experience –Production Manager Proven experience in Quality Assurance and Operational Excellence, with a strong focus on continuous improvement.Demonstrated ability in managing team performance and resource planning to meet operational targets.Solid understanding of budget management and capacity planning in a dynamic environment.Strong skills in data analysis and reporting, with the ability to translate insights into actionable improvements.Experience overseeing end-to-end operational processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance across the full workflow. Benefits - Production Manager 25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysCompetitive contributory pension schemeLife assuranceFlexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globallyEmployee Assistance ProgrammeGenerous employee referral schemeCompany carPrivate medical coverGenerous bonus scheme For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Health & Safety Lead£50,000 - £60,000   Ellesmere PortOur client are specialist manufacture that provide products into a range of agricultural and residential industries. They are seeking a Health & Safety Lead to join their Northwestern Site.Responsibilities & Duties – Health & Safety Lead Ensure a safe workplace environment without risk to health.Develop and deliver a robust Health and Safety Strategy and roll out a clear and concise operational Health and Safety Agenda for all departments.Ensure the completion of regular review of risk assessments for all work equipment and operations.Create a Risk Register ensuring action plans are put into place accordingly.Ensure that Safety Inspections are carried out, Fire Drills and Alarms are correctly reported, Safety Inspections, Risk Assessments are managed, and employees are aware of their responsibilities.Carry out regular Site Inspections / GMP Audits check policies and procedures; practices are being properly implemented and followed.Lead in-house training with managers, supervisors and employees about Health and Safety issues and risks.Accountable for reporting areas that require further development around housekeeping throughout the factory. Issues to be raised with supervisors and employees as appropriate.Communicate and attend / report to the Senior Management Team on key priority issues through the SMT daily meetings.Deliver in-depth Health and Safety Inductions for all new employees.Maintain the company’s system for recording, reporting and investigating injuries, accidents, dangerous occurrences and near misses.Arrange health surveillance when required for employees.Work with regulatory enforcement agencies and government bodies as required.Proactively manage the COSHH and handling hazardous substances for all staff. Essential experience and qualifications – Health & Safety Lead Needs to have a very good understanding of framework for ISO 9001/14001/45001 to conduct quarterly in house internal audits to allow the sites to be ready for audits.NEBOSH qualified.ISO 9001/14001/45001Experience with SEDEX3-5 years’ previous experience successfully managing a H&S function where the workforce is 100+ employees.Understand budget management and able to successfully manage the sites PPE purchasing and safety equipmen Benefits – Health & Safety Lead 25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysCompetitive contributory pension schemeCareer Progression20% of company products For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Systems EngineerAberdeen (Relocation will be considered)Hybrid Working (there will be time Offshore) Salary – Experience DependentOur client are a global leader within engineering and have sites across the globe. They are seeking a systems and controls engineer to join the process and controls part of the business. The company are a recognised top UK employer and can offer excellent career prospects.Responsibilities – Systems Engineer Product & Customer Support: Deliver system updates and new products while collaborating with stakeholders; provide on-call support and site visits as needed.System Development & Maintenance: Update and maintain control system hardware/software, including design specs, test procedures, and scopes of work.Testing & Integration: Lead assurance, integration, and testing of system modules, ensuring smooth delivery and performance.Bid & Proposal Support: Assist in quotation preparation and identify potential sales leads through customer interactions.Technical Advisory: Advise clients on maintenance, site planning, operational methods, control strategies, and cybersecurity.Reporting & Communication: Compile site visit reports, ensure follow-up, and maintain effective communication with internal teams and clients.Challenges & Improvements: Balance shifting priorities, manage customer expectations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure access to resources when needed Qualification/Experience –Systems Engineer Strong safety and integrity mindsetSolid application background with knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, industrial networks, and cybersecurityWillingness to learn, innovate, and work independentlyFlexible and willing to travel to customer sitesHands-on/practical experienceOffshore certification - desirableCybersecurity and functional safety awareness - desirableUnderstanding of process control and loop performance - desirable Benefits – Systems Engineer Competitive salary25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysCompetitive contributory pension schemeLife assuranceFlexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globallyEmployee Assistance ProgrammeGenerous employee referral schemePrivate medical coverPaid overtimeGenerous bonus scheme For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Materials PlannerStonehouseExperience Dependent + 10% Bonus + Flexi Start and Finish TimesWe are recruiting for one of the world’s largest engineering and manufacturing companies. Due to continued growth, they are seeking to add to their planning team. The role will deal with a range of parts suppliers and ideally will have SAP experience.Responsibilities & Duties – Materials Planner Establishing inventory policies according to defined segmentation criteria.Determining and managing inventory parameters such as safety stock, reorder points, lot sizes, lead times, and replenishment strategies within planning systems and ERPs.Aligning material planning with call-offs to facilitate the conversion of purchase requisitions into purchase orders, working closely with operations buyers and services.Partnering with buyers to optimize supplier performance, focusing on on-time delivery, Minimum Order Quantity, quality, lead time, and flexibility. Essential experience and qualifications – Materials Planner Proven materials management and purchasing experience in a manufacturing environmentKnowledge of ERP systems (SAP)Proficient in ExcelInventory managementAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.Mindset to innovate, take ownership, drive improvement Benefits – Materials Planner Flexible start and finish times Competitive salary25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysCompetitive contributory pension schemeLife assuranceFlexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globallyEmployee Assistance ProgrammeGenerous employee referral schemeGenerous bonus scheme For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Supply Chain Administrator StonehouseExperience Dependent + 10% Bonus + Flexi Start and Finish TimesWe are recruiting for one of the world’s largest engineering and manufacturing companies. Due to continued growth, they are seeking to add to their supply chain function.Responsibilities & Duties – Supply Chain Administrator  Issuing purchase requisitions and generating purchase orders in the system, ensuring alignment with customer needs (per ERP and standard operating procedures) and in accordance with the release strategy and authority matrix.Overseeing suppliers’ order confirmations and dispatch notifications, as well as managing inbound freight, customs clearance, and local transportation processes.Monitoring the purchase order backlog and conducting regular expediting activities with internal (feeder factories) and external suppliers to guarantee on-time delivery to customers.Reducing late backlog by proactively identifying root causes, executing recovery plans, and tracking goods received at the warehouse to confirm proper delivery, streamline invoice processing, and maintain a high level of customer service. Essential experience and qualifications – Supply Chain Administrator Purchasing / Planning experience in a manufacturing environmentKnowledge of ERP systems (SAP)Proficient in ExcelAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of organization Internally & Externally.Mindset to innovate, take ownership, drive improvement Benefits – Supply Chain Administrator Flexible start and finish times Competitive salary25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysCompetitive contributory pension schemeLife assuranceFlexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globallyEmployee Assistance ProgrammeGenerous employee referral schemeGenerous bonus scheme For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Site Automation EngineerWarringtonCirca £59,000 + BonusRotating Shift (3 Week Pattern followed by 7 off) Due to significant investment and automation activities on a large world class manufacturing site, we have a recruitment drive for PLC biased Electrical Controls Engineers. Newly created roles!Reporting to the Site Controls & Automation Manager, you will be responsible for automation, controls and electrical systems of the production plant.Key Responsibilities – Site Automation EngineerResponsible for the development, implementation, documentation, test and maintenance of software, for: Inverter drivesProgrammable safety systemsPLCsServo drivesSCADA systemOperator interface (HMI) screens Train and provide advice to Engineers and Operators as requiredPLC alterations & improvementsNew installations, including programming of softwareEnsuring machines and equipment are safe, working efficiently and fit for purposeYou’ll collaborate across teams and contribute to key improvement projects, while gaining experience with a variety of control systemsDiagnose and troubleshoot complex machine faults to reduce downtimeDevelop automation skills and techniques through OEM trainingCoach and mentor Maintenance Engineers on control systemsProactive in detecting, reporting, diagnosing and predicting potential or existing software and electronic issues on all equipmentYou’ll be involved in fault-finding, diagnostics, and implementing permanent solutions to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency Requirements & Qualifications – Site Automation Engineer Must possess an electrical engineering qualification (HNC/HND Level)A working knowledge of PLC systems and HMI softwareExperience maintaining electrical/control systems on complex process and/or high-speed production equipmentExperience troubleshooting, testing, and repairing instrumentation devicesExperience in PLC touch screen controls and electrical maintenanceProblem solving and root cause analysis experiencePLC programming skillsTime served Electrical EngineerAutomation / Controls apprentice with several years post qualification work experience within a manufacturing environmentHNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalentAbility to fault find and implement program modifications on a range of PLCs & SCADAKnowledge of servo drives and invertersExperience of fault-finding on industrial communication networksExperience of designing & modifying control circuits and program logic What we can offer – Site Automation Engineer Best-in-class learning and development support from day oneYearly BonusMatched Pension up to 12%An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional plus 7 days off every 4 weeks on working patternShare save scheme and exceptional reward events For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukRole would suit someone with a background as: an electrical maintenance engineer, PLC engineer, Automation Engineer or Electrical Engineer in a manufacturing environmentOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Maintenance EngineerDays £ - Experience Dependent  BirminghamOur client are one of the globes largest engineering and manufacturing companies, they are seeking a multi-skilled maintenance engineer to join their growing team.Responsibilities & Duties – Maintenance Engineer Address complex technical, equipment, or facility issues to enhance production line performance.Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues, including those involving motors, sensors, and control panels.Assist with mechanical maintenance tasks, such as servicing bearings, conveyors, and pneumatic systems.Oversee and maintain accurate technical documentation for equipment, production lines, and facilities.Ensure tools and equipment are kept in optimal working condition through regular maintenance and repairs.Propose and implement improvement initiatives for processes and production lines to minimize routine and unscheduled maintenance while improving operational and energy efficiency.Respond promptly to emergencies, breakdowns, and operational issues to reduce disruptions in production. Essential experience and qualifications – Maintenance Engineer Time served/Qualification in Electrical Engineering.Proven experience in mechanical fitting, assembly or maintenance in a manufacturing environmentExperience with tool setting and machine tool setup. Familiarity with common workshop machines (lathes, mills, drills, grinders) and cutting tools is highly desirableKnowledge of maintenance activities with the use of CMMS systems. Also experience in data analysis through such systems to focus activities for greater results.Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings to support manufacturing and machine improvements.Successful candidate will display good communication skills at all levels within the business. Benefits – Maintenance Engineer Competitive salary25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysCompetitive contributory pension schemeLife assuranceFlexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globallyEmployee Assistance ProgrammeGenerous employee referral scheme For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.