My client based on the Fylde coast is recruiting a Part time QA Officer with a background gained in Health and Beauty quality control and experience of the technical standards required by retailers and 3rd party organisations. This is a varied, hands-on, office based role in a fast paced environment, which requires flexibility, enthusiasm, accuracy and attention to detail at all times. Desired Skills & Experience The post holder will be required to liaise with personnel at a variety of different levels including; other departments, customers, raw material suppliers and external testing houses. Some knowledge of regulations relating to the Health and Beauty and cosmetics industry is preferred. People with general experience in a quality based role would also be considered. The ideal candidate will have a confident telephone manner, will have experience of Certificates of analysis and none conformance's and trend analysis. This is a part time role of 16 hours and the employer is flexible with working times. The salary is pro rata and working days are Monday - Friday. Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

My client based in the south of Preston is looking for an experienced service desk person to join their expanding team. You will be responsible for resolving customers' hardware and software issues by telephone and by investigation. You will be trained to provide a first class support service to our UK customer base. Duties include: Technical Support for our software via Telephone. Ensure customer service is delivered to agreed targets. Fault identification and problem resolution. Follow up of customer enquiries to a satisfactory conclusion. The Person You should have a logical approach to problem solving and the ability to work as part of a team with a commitment to provide a first class service. Highly customer focused Experience of IT systems Excellent customer service skills Good inter-personal and problem solving skills Good knowledge of Windows operating systems (XP & Windows 7) Windows networking knowledge Helpdesk experience would be an advantage In return my client can offer you an exciting career in a growing company with excellent prospects for development. £15,750 rising after 6 month probation, Permanent Monday - Friday 8.30 - 6 on a rota basis. 2 Saturday shifts per month 8.30 - 1 at time and half in addition to the salary. Excellent company benefits. Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

My Client based on the Fylde coast is looking for a new member to join their team. The ideal candidate will have strong administration skills, be able to communicate effectively across all levels and will be confident on the telephone. You will be well organised and have excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise. This is a very fast paced role and you will need to work well under pressure, working as part of a small team and will also have the ability to work on your own initiative. Microsoft working knowledge is essential and intermediate excel skills would be a distinct advantage. This is a very high pressured role and is extremely demanding. Candidates will be asked to undertake assessment prior to being offered an interview My client offers a fantastic working environment in a friendly very close team. Monday - Friday 9-5.30 £16-£18k + profit related yearly bonus + 23 day holiday + stats.Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

My Client based on the outskirts of Lancaster is now looking to recruit for a Pre-sales Assistant. My client is a well established organisation, who have benefited from consistent growth over the past 13 years and is set to continue to expand within their specific field. This role is working alongside the aviation sales manager; you will be dealing with the preliminary stages of the sales process. You will be responsible for providing quotations and communicating with clients both on the telephone and in written communication, so a good standard of numeracy and literacy is desired. This is a varied role where customer service is absolutely essential, my client takes great pride in setting the highest standard both in their products and in the way that they work with clients to deliver on their exact requirements. The ideal candidate will have a desire to add value and contribute to the success of the department. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritise and organise your own work load whilst working under pressure. My client is offering an excellent salary of £15k - £17k with ongoing training and development. Monday - Friday 8.30 - 5.00 + benefits and an excellent working environment with ongoing training and development. Due to location own transport would be advantageous Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

My Client is looking to recruit an Executive PA with HR experience on a Temporary basis for approximately 2-3 months, to cover a period of absence - Immediate start required. Duties will include: oComprehensive secretarial and admin support to the Directors and senior management team oDealing with incoming emails , post and full diary management (internal & external) oAttending meetings, booking travel & accommodation oManaging Directors expenses oAssisting with compilation of reports and presentations oDay to day HR support and guidance to the business Requirements: oPrevious experience within a similar role at Director level is essential oExperience of handling confidential material with the up most discretion oExcellent written and verbal communication skills oMinute taking and travel booking oMust have an excellent working knowledge of the MS Office suite: Outlook (in particular Diary management ), Word, Excel & PowerPoint oMust be highly organised & proactive, with a can do attitude oFlexibility and attention to detail are key to the role oPrevious experience within general HR with be extremely beneficial My Client is looking to interview on 11th and 12th June for an immediate start. Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

My client based on the Fylde is now looking for an experienced export sales coordinator. The candidate must have experience within a similar role particularly in export. This is a well established company who have been around for many years and are rapidly expanding. Job Purpose To provide sales and administrative support to ensure that all customers receive a timely response to all enquiries and orders, in a professional manner in keeping with the Company's corporate image Main Duties 1. Answer the telephone in a professional manner, ensuring that any information given on prices, product availability, despatch date etc is accurate 2. Process quotations for supply to Overseas delivery points, in an accurate and timely manner to meet the deadline specified by the customer 3. Follow up on these quotations to secure the order promptly 4. Maintain the project protection system to ensure that quotations are not issued inappropriately where protection has been agreed 5. Ensure that customers are directed to obtain quotations from or place orders with agents/distributors as appropriate 6. Process Export sales orders in an accurate and timely manner in order to meet the deadline specified by the customer 7. Follow up on these orders to ensure that the products are available to meet the delivery date promised 8. Requisition replacement stock with Purchasing to cover the requirements of the customer's order & liaise with Production to agree despatch dates 9. Keep customer advised of progress in supplying their order & agree new dates where we are unable to meet the delivery date required. Ensure product is despatched on time 10. Prepare export documentation as required to ensure problem-free delivery to destination 11. Keep Consultants advised of communication with customers and production 12. Provide an after-sales service to the customer 13. Provide general administrative support as necessary to assist the Sales Office Manager Additional Duties 1. Assist with data updates to the computer database of customers and products, including price changes, as necessary 2. Provide assistance in other areas within the company as required 3. Provide holiday sickness cover for colleagues Main Responsibilities To ensure that the customer receives the information or product that they have requested/ordered in an accurate and timely manner to meet the schedule agreed with the customer Monday - Friday 8.30 - 5.30 Monday - Friday £20,000 + excellent benefits within a stable organisation who truly value their employees Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

My Client on the Fylde coast is now looking for an experienced media buyer. The ideal candidate will have experience of exceeding targets and providing an outstanding service with quality and professionalism. My client is looking for somebody with experience in a similar role who can communicate across all levels and negotiate contracts with large organisations. Monday - Friday 8.30 - 5.30 starting salary £16k rising to £20k Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

My client based in the South of Preston is now looking to recruit for a part time receptionist. This is a part time, permanent role which will become full time over the next couple of years. My client is looking for somebody to manage a reception desk and over time you will take on more responsibility and manage the site maintenance and facilities so somebody who is well organised and forward thinking is essential. The ideal candidate will have experience within a similar role and will have working knowledge of Microsoft office including Excel. You will also be providing PA duties to the Managing Director and administrative support so attention to detail is essential. My client is looking for somebody who is happy to undertake tasks of all levels including filing and sorting post. Other ad hoc duties will also be required, such as booking in clients on to site and assisting with meeting room facilities and tea and coffee. Monday - Friday 9-3 (can be slightly flexible on time for an earlier start and finish) my client is offering an excellent salary of £7.50 - £8.25 per hour, plus fantastic company benefits and an excellent working environment with good progression opportunities. Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

My client based on the outskirts of Preston is now recruiting for an individual who is experienced in account management and analysing data within utilities. The ideal candidate will be from energy/utilities background with a stable working history and advanced excel skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a growing company offering a stable career and good progression opportunities within a modern environment and a small, close team who truly value their employees. Monday - Friday £18-£25k + excellent benefits As an account manager the role is to manage current client accounts and will involve some sales and providing customers on best advice. You will also be expected to analyse invoices so experience within analysing is essential. The Data/Pricing Analyst will be responsible for the activities associated with the arrangement of energy contracts for clients and the ongoing management of the contracts to ensure client retention is maintained at or as near to 100% as practical. Main Duties ĜIdentify opportunities to achieve savings/refunds for clients through close analysis of utility invoices. ĜLiaising between suppliers and clients to problem-solve and rectify issues. ĜCollating various amounts of data and presenting information in an easy to read and professional format - this will involve the use of spreadsheets. ĜCollate all data required to assess the contract volumes and prepare the tender. ĜAgree with the client any special requirements they may have e.g. Green Energy. ĜIf required, publish the contract notice in the European Journal in accordance with EU Procurement Regulations. ĜIssue tenders with appropriate documentation and commission requirements. ĜAnalyse the offers and provide the client with a summary of all offers received together with any relevant information regarding Green Energy, E-billing, Customer Service and Account Management if appropriate. ĜFollowing the appointment of the Supplier work with them to ensure: oContract documentation is finalised oThe site registration process is followed through oAny objections are dealt with as a matter of urgency oThe agreed billing process is implemented and billed rates are checked. ĜDuring the period of the contract ensure the following services are provided: oAnalysis of e-bills and manipulation of the data. oPortfolio management - ensuring all sites are added to & deleted from group contracts as required. oDeal with ongoing billing queries. oArrange Smart meter installations. oAssist clients with setting energy budgets. oArrange new meter installations oArrange new supply installations oOutline Energy Efficiency advise oAssistance with Green/Carbon issues ĜAny other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

My client, a rapidly growing and family owned firm are now recruiting for an experienced analyst to join their team. The ideal candidate will have advanced excel skills and will be eager to progress within a stable firm who value their employees. The Data/Pricing Analyst will be responsible for the activities associated with the arrangement of energy contracts for clients and the ongoing management of the contracts to ensure client retention is maintained at or as near to 100% as practical. Main Duties ĜIdentify opportunities to achieve savings/refunds for clients through close analysis of utility invoices. ĜLiaising between suppliers and clients to problem-solve and rectify issues. ĜCollating various amounts of data and presenting information in an easy to read and professional format - this will involve the use of spreadsheets. ĜCollate all data required to assess the contract volumes and prepare the tender. ĜAgree with the client any special requirements they may have e.g. Green Energy. ĜIf required, publish the contract notice in the European Journal in accordance with EU Procurement Regulations. ĜIssue tenders with appropriate documentation and commission requirements. ĜAnalyse the offers and provide the client with a summary of all offers received together with any relevant information regarding Green Energy, E-billing, Customer Service and Account Management if appropriate. ĜFollowing the appointment of the Supplier work with them to ensure: oContract documentation is finalised oThe site registration process is followed through oAny objections are dealt with as a matter of urgency oThe agreed billing process is implemented and billed rates are checked. ĜDuring the period of the contract ensure the following services are provided: oAnalysis of e-bills and manipulation of the data. oPortfolio management - ensuring all sites are added to & deleted from group contracts as required. oDeal with ongoing billing queries. oArrange Smart meter installations. oAssist clients with setting energy budgets. oArrange new meter installations oArrange new supply installations oOutline Energy Efficiency advise oAssistance with Green/Carbon issues ĜAny other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time. Permanent Monday - Friday £20-£25k Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

My Blackpool based client is a software solutions provider and due to breaking into international markets are looking for extra resource in the Project Management Team. This team deliver the companies well received software solutions and systems into new clients across UK, Europe and the USA. High Tech Software Solutions Business 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays Profit Share Mobile and Laptop Monthly Internet Allowance Company Car or Car Allowance - Must have Full UK Driving License This position will have extensive international travel and is based at the Blackpool Office when not on client sites. We are looking for a Software Implementation and Client Facing Project Manager to join a newly formed team in this established and rapidly growing Software Solutions business in Blackpool. The successful Project Manager will manage all aspects of the implementation of the companies products into the clients sites on time and on budget, also have direct responsibility for them being delivered to the right specifications and maintaining the company's project standards and methodologies. Key duties:- * To create and control project documentation including status reports * Day-to-day operational management of the projects * Facilitate team and client meetings * Commercial control of each project including identifying up sell opportunities * Budget and timeline control The role will report to the Project Controller and work within a team of four Project Managers but as mentioned you will work with most parts of the business and external clients and will require the Project Manager to have excellent communications and customer facing skills. The ideal candidate will have proven commercial experience in Project Management of Software Implementations to External Clients, Prince 2, MS Project, Windows skills. On a personal level you will be organized, have initiative, be self motivated and be able to work with people at all levels Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

Kitchen Porter required to work in the large kitchen at an NHS establishment in Blackpool. Duties will include: Basic food preparation General cleaning of the kitchen area and catering equipment Working on the large pot wash Operating a large industrial dishwasher Previous experience of working in a similar role along with a food hygiene certificate are essential This is a physical role, you will be on your feet for the majority of the shift. The hours of work are 15 to 30 each week, working 5 days over 7on a rota basis between the hours of 6.30am - 6.30pm You must be flexible as weekend work is involved Rate of pay is £7.18 per hour - enhanced rates of pay apply at weekend. Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

Our Client is looking for temporary workers for their Blackpool site. £6.20 per Hour (Overtime rates applicable) The role involves working in a clean room environment, carefully measuring powder products, completing all relating paperwork & packaging end product. This is an intricate role, which requires a high degree of dexterity. You will have excellent attention to detail skills, and good levels of numeracy and literacy. Reliability and flexibility is key to this role Previous experience of working within a clean room environment preferred but not essential. The hours of work are Monday to Thursday 8am - 4.30pm and 8am - 1pm on Friday. It is anticipated that these roles will be for approximately 13 weeks+ Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

Our client is looking to immediately recruit a Compliance Manager to provide effective technical management and compliance of the site. Responsibilities Reporting to the Technical Director you will: *Ensure compliance to our large supermarket chain clients standards. *Ensure the site maintains at a minimum Green standard. *Work with Managers to ensure compliance in every area of the business. *Organise & chair cross functional team meetings to engage and provide direction for Managers with regards to audits. *Ensure compliance to the BRC standards. *Conduct internal GMP audits *Manage and chair HACCP review meetings. *Ensure the site complies too any changes in legislative or standard changes. *Manage Sedex and ETi compliance. *Manage all customer and third party visits / audits on site. *Conduct factory tours with Customers. *Set Environmental KPi's, manage chair environmental target meetings. *Seeking continuous improvement in all areas of the business. Essential Skills: *Must have worked within a Food Manufacturing environment. *A knowledge of HACCP. *Experienced at conducting audits / being audited. *A proven track record in carrying out internal audits with various suppliers ideally with large supermarket Chains. *Able to set Environmental KPI's and work with managers to attain them. *Have the confidence, technical ability and knowledge to able to liaise with senior managers across all areas on site around compliance issues. *Effective organisation, management and communication skills *Able to influence people / managers and drive change where needed *Assertive. *Strong cross - functional team working. *Facilitating project management (experience and skills). *Ideally educated with a HNC or equivalent. Desirable: *Previous experience as a compliance manager/ QA/ Technical Manager. *Experience of SEDEX, ethical audits. *High care environment experience would be an advantage. *Experience of dealing with Blue Chip retailers *Has dealt worked within the fresh produce industry. Pre-requisite: *Driving licence, as travel to client sites will be required *Computer literate. Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time

Our client based in Thornton is looking to recruit Waste Recycling Operatives to start ASAP. You will be working on a busy production line, ensuring the effective sorting and removal of household waste products. Other duties will also include cleaning of all work areas and litter collections as required. This role involves manual handling of sometimes large, heavy or bulky items and you will be standing for long periods of time. You will be working under strict Health and Safety procedures and the ability to follow both verbal and written instructions is essential. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to work as part of a team, have previous knowledge of manual handling and working to strict procedures. You will be working up to 37 and half hours a week (could be working odd days to cover absence) on a shift rota which alternates weekly between the hours of 6.15am and 10pm. Flexibility is required as there is sometimes a need to work overtime and weekends. Spring Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Spring Group plc is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Posting Time