Receipt Manager

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense is seeking a team leader in Bracknell to drive high performance and engagement within a team of 10-20. This role includes oversight of workflow and compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of ISO and UKAS requirements, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This opportunity offers a chance to shape team culture and drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of ISO, UKAS and audit requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 10–20 colleagues.
• Oversee workflow, resource planning, and staff allocation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Collaboration

Job description

Cawood is the largest independent provider of analytical laboratory testing and sampling services for the land‑based industries in the UK, operating 15 sites nationwide.

Job Description

People Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 10–20 colleagues to drive high performance and engagement.
• Conduct regular 1:1s, feedback sessions, performance reviews and development planning.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding and ongoing staff training, ensuring training records and competence standards are fully maintained.
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture aligned with our values.

Operational Delivery

• Oversee workflow, resource planning and staff allocation to meet turnaround times.
• Ensure all processes, equipment and documentation meet UKAS and ISO/IEC17025 standards.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and support method development alongside the Technical Team.
• Maintain data integrity, operational efficiency and continuous improvement using EBOS tools.
• Support implementation and effective use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with Customer Services, Business Development and Technical Services.
• Support client meetings and maintain excellent customer relationships.
• Communicate operational updates clearly and professionally across teams.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, SOPs and accreditation requirements.
• Oversee non‑conforming work investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain a safe, clean, audit‑ready laboratory environment.
• Act as Fire Marshal, First Aider, Internal Auditor or Key Holder when required.

What You’ll Bring

Essential

• Strong understanding of ISO, UKAS and audit requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication and coaching skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated, collaborative and confident in driving team performance.
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to influence and motivate others.

Desirable

• Experience working in a laboratory environment with operational knowledge.
• Experience within a UKAS‑accredited laboratory.
• Knowledge of food/feed or chemistry‑based laboratory techniques.

Why Join Us?

A key leadership role within a respected and growing organisation, with opportunities to shape team culture, drive operational excellence and benefit from training, development and internal progression.