Laboratory Technician Job Reference: 369

Job Title:         Laboratory Technician                                        Job Reference: 369

Location:        Boston

Job Type:        37.5 hrs a week, hours: 8:30 – 17:00,

Salary:                 Salary £19,000 - £23,000 depending on skills and experience

To carry out preparation, testing and reporting on samples of materials, fibres and feather, by agreed methodology, as directed by the Quality/Laboratory Manager. This will be with the use of basic and advanced instrumentation techniques.

Key Duties:

•Perform sample analysis to an acceptable standard and in accordance with established procedures

•Maintain accurate records of testing and sample calculations

•Produce reports for samples tested and input of sample results into the Labs IT system

•Participate in Laboratory Proficiency Schemes

•Maintain the laboratory to an acceptable level of housekeeping

•Ensure that all equipment within the Laboratory is maintained to an acceptable operating standard and all calibrations are maintained

•Assist with audits and ensuring compliance at all times with laboratory systems, rules and procedures, including external accreditation (ISO 9001) and ensure that appropriate quality assurance controls are carried out on a regular basis within the laboratory

· Assist the Quality/Laboratory Manager with preparation for ISO 17025 accreditation

•Ensure that relevant COSHH assessments are consulted for the substances being used

•Ability to test a large number of samples, obtain the correct results and issue factual reports

•Ability to work individually, or as part of a team, and to provide assistance to others when required.

· Applicants should be qualified to a minimum of A Level Science, or equivalent.

· Good IT skills (knowledge of Excel is a must)

· At least 1 year’s experience  of working in a laboratory

· Ideally have experience working in an R&D environment

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk 

Quality Controller Job Reference: 368

Job Title:        Quality Controller                                 Job Reference: 368

Location:        Boston

Job Type:       37.5 hrs a week,

Hours: 06:00 – 14:00, alternating with 14:00 to 22:00 on a weekly basis

Salary:            £17,000 - £19,000 depending on experience

Job Responsibilities

To carry out quality control checks on incoming raw materials and outgoing finished products, and quality assurance checks on the factory lines, by agreed methodology, as directed by the Quality Manager.

•Perform quality checks, to agreed specifications, in line with customer and legal tolerances

•Maintain accurate records of quality checks performed

•Produce reports for quality checks and input the results into the department IT system

•Undertake miscellaneous duties, as requested and approved by the Quality Manager

•Investigate customer complaints

•Monitor and investigate CAPAs

•Check that all equipment within the factory environment is maintained to an acceptable operating standard and all calibrations are maintained

•Assist with audits and ensuring compliance at all times with QMS systems, rules and procedures, including external accreditation (ISO 9001) and ensure that appropriate quality assurance controls are carried out on a regular basis within the factory environment

· Assist the Quality Manager with preparation for factory/site audits

• Follow company Health Safety & Environmental procedures

•Report all accidents and incidents 

•Ensure that relevant risk assessments are consulted for the work being carried out

•Ensure that the correct Personal Protective Equipment is worn where required

•Scheduling the tasks and factory checks with the use of effective time management

•Quality check a large number of finished products and issue factual reports

•Ability to work individually, or as part of a team, and to provide assistance to others when required

Qualifications

· Applicants should have a keen eye for detail, be efficient and accurate.

· Good IT skills (knowledge of Excel is a must)

Desirable

· Knowledge of the properties and characteristics of materials, fibre’s and feathers

· Qualified as an internal auditor

· Knowledge of HACCP

· Previous experience in a QA or QC role - ESSENTIAL

In return you can expect a friendly working atmosphere, responsibility and great development opportunities in a busy and successful company.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position.

SKILLED WELDER/ FABRICATORS Job Reference: 366

Job Title:         SKILLED WELDER/ FABRICATORS                   Job Reference: 366

Location:        Wainfleet

Job Type:        Permanent & Full time

Salary:                 Hourly rate dependent on experience, uniform provided & over time rate

We have a great opportunity for an experienced welder / fabricator.

The successful applicant will be / have:

ü  At least 3-5 years’ experience in welding

ü  have the ability to read engineering drawings

ü  able to produce high quality work covering all aspects of mild steel fabrications to specific customer requirements, with minimum supervision

ü  Work under their own initiative

ü  Ability to Mig / Tig stainless would be an advantage

ü  Been a team player

ü  Loyal, trustworthy and hard working

ü  Physically fit and strong

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Position offer competitive pay rates, generous holidays, pension sick scheme and regular overtime.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk 

Agricultural Mechanic Job Reference: 367

Job Title:             Agricultural Mechanic                                                   Job Reference: 367

Location:             Carrington

Job Type:             Full Time 39 hours per week plus overtime.

Salary:                  Salary is dependent on experience

A well-thought after local business is looking to recruit an Agricultural Mechanic & Fabricator for maintaining and repairing agricultural machinery.

The right person for this role will be/have:

ü  A driving licence essential.

ü  An agricultural background

ü  Good mechanical knowledge

ü  Previous experience working with agricultural vehicles

ü  Experience with a full range of modern and older machinery

ü  Able to work on their own as well as part of a team

ü  Fit and healthy, as there is heavy lifting involved

ü   

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk 

Bar Supervisor Job Reference: 365

Job Title:                     Bar Supervisor            Job Reference:           365

Location:                    West Ashby

Job Type:                    Permanent 35+ hours per week

Salary:                         Salary dependent on experience

The local up and coming Event Centre is expanding and is looking for a Bar Supervisor: To assist senior management in the effective running of the bar and ensuring customer satisfaction, by maintaining an exceptional standard of delivery and professionalism whilst achieving profitability in line with budget.

- To be aware of financial targets as a whole

- To take positive action to meet objectives and achieve goals

- To be commercially aware in order to drive the business forward

- To be proactive in maximising sales and generating revenue

- To input new ideas for service and products to maintain a competitive leading edge

-To be an effective communicator with guests and clients at all levels

- To assist management in the control of wage costs in line with budget

- To assist with stock control and ordering

- To ensure guests drinks are prepared and served in line with company standard

- To ensure weekly stock checks are carried out

- To be involved in the setting and control of service and quality standards

- To pay attention to detail in all aspects of a customer’s experience

-To take prompt action toward customer complaints

- To ensure high standards of cleanliness throughout the venue

-To lead by example

-To coach team members and develops their skills and measure performance

- To give clear directions to team members

- To ensure the appearance of team members is in line with company policy

-To handle cash and keys in a responsible way according to company policy

-To ensure all departments comply with all statutory and legal requirements

-To undertake any other reasonable duties as and when required

f you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk 

Chef Job Reference: 363

Job Title: Chef                                                            Job Reference: 363

Location: Horncastle

Job Type: Part Time and Full time hours available

Salary:  Salary is dependent on experience

We are looking for a Chef to work on either a full time/ or part time basis to assist in the preparation and service of food of a High End Tea Room. The ideal candidate will have the benefit of working mostly sociable hours with the guarantee of Sundays, Christmas and New Years off. While Qualifications in Cookery are welcomed experience is mandatory. It is important to note that while the ability to prepare savoury dishes is needed, an understanding of baking is also paramount. New members of the team will be expected to produce basic cakes and pastry items without additional training. New ideas would be welcomed to help us develop our weekly changing menu as we constantly strive to introduce our customers to new Foods. 

Staff will work both independently or part of a team during shifts set by a fixed weekly rota allowing them to make social plans with ease but are expected to be flexible to accommodate staff holidays and sickness. 

If you are a good team player with the above skills, great attention to details, hard working with a passion to succeed. Please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk

Sales Consultant Job Reference: 364

Job Title:                     Sales Consultant                      Job Reference:           364

Location:                    Billinghay

Job Type:                    Part Time (22 hours), permanent  including weekends

Salary:                         £7-£8.50 per hour plus commission (dependent on experience

A growing business is looking for a new recruit to join their sales department. The right candidate will be self-motivated and driven.

Duties to include, consultancy style approach with customers to enable the purchase of their spa, light admin duties, till work, call handling, showroom replenishment and maintaining standards in the showroom.

Previous sales experience is essential and full training on the business will be provided.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position, to kay@horncastlerecruitment.co.uk