Recruitment
Current job opportunities at Williams Refrigeration.
A BIT ABOUT WILLIAMS
For over 40 years Williams Refrigeration has built a worldwide reputation for product quality,
performance, innovation and reliability.
Our factory manufactures a comprehensive range of commercial refrigerators that includes high performance cabinets, counters, blast chillers and freezers, walk-in coldrooms, back bar and front of house display, medical and specialist bakery equipment.
Williams is committed to delivering continuous growth and takes pride in holding the internationally recognised ISO 9001 certification for over 30 years, reflecting our commitment to the best possible customer support and quality standards.
Williams also holds the international certification ISO 45001 occupational health and safety standard which includes the promotion and protection of both the physical and mental health of staff.
The company continues to make great strides in becoming a ‘greener business’ through our Greenlogic initiative, which outlines our key environmental practices, including manufacture, plant and processes. We hold the environmental accreditation ISO 14001 for the design, manufacture, installation and servicing of refrigeration products.
Our head office and UK manufacturing base is located in King's Lynn Norfolk, and we operate wholly owned overseas manufacturing, sales and service operations in France, Dubai, Hong Kong, China and Australia. Williams Refrigeration is one of the principal business brands of AFE Group Ltd.
About AFE Group Ltd
The AFE Group is a leading international business specialising in the innovative design, manufacture and service support of professional cooking, bakery and refrigeration equipment for the global food service market. Our premium brands are some of the best known in the industry.
Our Parent Company - Ali Goup Italy
Williams Refrigeration and AFE Group are part of the Ali Group of companies - privately owned and headquartered in Milan, Italy; Ali Group is one of the largest global leaders in the foodservice equipment industry, comprising 80 of the world's leading foodservice equipment brands.
Williams is committed to developing our employees through ongoing training and support to help all staff excel and progress, thereby further enhancing the overall business.
Our employees are our biggest asset.
If you want to be part of a successful team, working with new challenges, and have the drive and relevant experience and knowledge, then we’d like to hear from you.
KEY BENEFITS
• Competitive salary and sick pay scheme
• Company Wellbeing Group and Company provided welfare
• Social activities including charity events and also a Christmas raffle
• A number of schemes including EAP, cycle to work, Christmas Savings Club
• The opportunity for overtime and flexible working
• Ongoing Health and Safety and workplace training
• Free workwear, PPE and car parking
• Eureka ideas award recognition
• Pension
• Life Assurance
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Williams is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the policy of equal treatment of
all existing and prospective employees. Williams prohibits any form of discrimination and harassment while
also requiring all employees to adhere to the core principles of The Equality and Human Rights Commission.
Current Vacancies
For Factory Production Operative vacancies please send your CV to:
hr@williams-refrigeration.co.uk
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Production Team Leader
Full-time, Permanent
King's Lynn Head Office
We’re hiring a Production Team Leader to join our manufacturing site in King’s Lynn. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in production or manufacturing who’s ready to take the next step in leadership.
As a Production Team Leader, you’ll play a key role in managing day-to-day operations on the shop floor. You’ll support your team to hit production targets, maintain high standards of quality and safety, and drive continuous improvement in everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and support production staff to meet daily targets
- Plan and prepare production activities in advance
- Maintain product quality and ensure Health & Safety procedures are followed
- Requisition materials and manage workflow efficiently
- Communicate with supervisors and attend regular team briefings
- Support new product development alongside Engineering and Design teams
- Take part in stock checks and report maintenance or breakdown issues
- Promote a clean, safe and efficient work environment
- Assist in training team members and identifying development needs
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives and support lean practices
What we're looking for:
- 2+ years' experience in a manufacturing or production industry (preferable)
- 1+ year in a team leader or supervisory role
- Good understanding of production planning, workflow and team co-ordination
- Basic knowledge of Lean manufacturing techniques (5S, Kanban, Cells, JIT, etc.)
- Familiarity with ISO9001, ISO14001 or ISO45001 is a plus
- NVQ Level 2 in a relevant field (e.g. Refrigeration, PMO, Engineering, BIT, Warehousing) preferred
- Strong communication, problem-solving and leadership skills
- IOSH Working safely cert / CIEH H & S cert
Why work with us?
- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Career development opportunities
- In-house and external training provided
- Company committed to safety, sustainability and people
Pay: £29,500 per annum
Additional benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life insurance
- Free on-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day Shift - Monday to Friday
To apply, email your CV to HR@williams-refrigeration.co.uk
Closing date for applications is 14th July 2025
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Junior CAD / CAM Operator
Full-time, Permanent
King's Lynn Head Office
The Role:
Are you looking for a career in engineering and a chance to work within an expert and hardworking engineering team, with excellent industry reputation to deliver the very best refrigeration solutions for customers?In this role, you will generate AutoCAD drawings and NC programs for our sheet metal processing machines. To complete the drawings accurately, you must be able to read and understand electrical and mechanical diagrams. You will also be required to create and maintain the associated Bills of Materials. This is essential for producing precise designs for our manufacturing teams.
You will receive extensive on the job training, gaining practical experience and developing the necessary skills to excel in the steel and refrigeration engineering fields. You will work closely with experienced engineering and manufacturing staff on a variety of projects, processes and machinery to become a multi-skilled member of the engineering team.
The Person:
You should have solid maths, physics and chemistry qualifications as well as a good understanding of ICT applications. You must be hardworking, committed, and work with an attention to detail.Knowledge and experience of a manufacturing environment and sheet metal fabrication including metal punching and folding would be an advantage.
Familiarity with 2D CAD and 3D Solid Works CAD and CAE work.
Basic competency in ICT applications – Outlook, Word, Excel, and Windows OS.
Working with us:
Working hours
Monday – Thursday 07:30 – 16:30
Friday 07:30 – 12:40
Training
You will receive an in-depth induction and health & safety training as well as CAD / CAM and engineering training in support of the role.
Holidays
22 days + bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Pay
£23,809 -£27,000 per annum
Additional benefits
AFE Group pension and life assurance scheme
Cycle to work scheme
On-site parking
Sick pay
To apply, email your CV to HR@williams-refrigeration.co.uk
Closing date for applications is 4th July 2025