Our client is a leading provider and a fast-growing consolidator within the food sector. 

Job Role & Key Responsibilities:

We are looking for an Automation Engineer to maintain, program, and optimise automated manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced, high-quality environment. You’ll be integral to ensuring smooth operation of production machinery and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs.

• Supporting production by maintaining fillers, cappers, conveyors, packaging machinery, and process equipment.

• Delivering preventative maintenance and rapid fault resolution to minimise downtime.

• Collaborating with production and engineering teams to drive process improvements and equipment efficiency.

• Ensuring Health & Safety, GMP, and quality standards are maintained across all tasks.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Strong electrical/automation background, preferably multi-skilled.

• Hands-on experience in FMCG or food manufacturing environments.

• Proven ability to program, troubleshoot, and optimise Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs.

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to equipment reliability.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a small, close-knit, team-oriented environment.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with automated process machinery and packaging lines.

• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, TPM).

• Previous exposure to high-speed FMCG production.

Benefits Include:

• Ongoing opportunities for career growth

• Pension

• Overtime opportunities

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