Our client is a leading manufacturer within the FMCG sector, specialising in the production of high-quality products for a wide customer base. With a strong focus on innovation, efficiency, and product consistency, they operate using modern manufacturing processes and maintain high industry standards across their operations.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities:

We are seeking a proactive Process Reliability Engineer – Electrical to support and improve the reliability, efficiency, and performance of electrical and control systems within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on reducing downtime, improving asset performance, and driving a proactive maintenance culture through data analysis, fault finding, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and improve Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) schedules and drive compliance

• Carry out Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and FMEA on recurring equipment issues

• Monitor maintenance KPIs including MTBF and MTTR to identify trends and improvements

• Reduce breakdowns, stoppages, and recurring faults across production equipment

• Use CMMS systems for maintenance planning, tracking, and reporting

• Fault find on PLCs, VSDs, sensors, control systems, and PCBs

• Support upgrades and modifications to improve equipment reliability and performance

• Work on power distribution and control systems within production environments

• Support maintenance activities on high-speed production and packaging machinery

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean / Six Sigma methodologies

• Collaborate closely with engineering and production teams to prioritise maintenance activities

• Ensure compliance with health & safety, GMP, and food safety standards

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience within reliability or maintenance engineering

• Background working in FMCG or fast-paced manufacturing environments

• Strong electrical fault-finding and controls experience

• Experience working with PLCs, drives, and automated systems

• Knowledge of reliability tools including RCA and FMEA

• Experience using CMMS systems and analysing maintenance data

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with high-speed production or packaging equipment

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles

• Strong analytical and reporting skills using Excel or similar tools

• Ability to support and develop fault-finding capabilities within engineering teams

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary package

• Monday to Friday night shift pattern

• Opportunity to work within a highly technical engineering environment

• Ongoing opportunities for continuous improvement and professional development

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please get in touch with us or apply below.