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Day Engineer / TIG Welder£44,000 + regular overtime paymentsPermanent FMCG / Food ManufacturingBased near ChesterWe're supporting a leading food manufacturer in hiring a skilled TIG Welder / Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their days-based engineering team.The role will be 50% TIG welding and 50% maintenance work - site utilities, process and packaging machinery.If you're confident with TIG welding, reactive & preventative maintenance, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, high-standards environment - this could be a great next move.The Role• TIG welding & stainless-steel fabrication• Maintenance on process & packing equipment• Support installs, upgrades & CI projects• Keep site utilities running smoothly• Strong focus on hygiene, safety & GMPWhat You'll Bring• Proven TIG welding experience (food/manufacturing vessels ideally)• Engineering qualification (electrical preferred)• Fault-finding skills & solid engineering mindset• Team player with a clean, methodical approachWhy Apply?• Competitive salary + overtime• Modern kit, supportive team• Real autonomy & developmentInterested? Please get in touch to discuss confidentially.Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us .

More About The Role Our sites are ever-demanding, complex and in some cases operate 24 hours a day - so it's vital we have a strong Engineering team who ensure our machines work to the best of their ability. So we can continue to provide great products to our customers, whilst still ensuring speediness. As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our Manufacturing site. You will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of our machinery and equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. This is a hands-on role that requires strong technical skills and the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly. Shift pattern: 4 on, 4 off working 2 Days 7am to 7pm, followed by 2 Nights 7pm to 7am Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager your responsibilities will include: Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on production equipment, identifying and resolving any potential issues before they cause disruptions Respond promptly to machinery breakdowns, diagnose the problem, and perform repairs or coordinate with external specialists when necessary Carry out machine adjustments and changeovers to support production line efficiency and minimise downtime Monitor and calibrate equipment to ensure accuracy, quality, and safety standards are met Collaborate with production teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and provide technical expertise to enhance productivity Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, including maintenance schedules, repairs, and spare parts inventory Adhere to health and safety guidelines and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Stay updated with industry advancements and new technologies relevant to the role Why not take a look around one of our Manufacturing sites? Click here. About You As well as the ability to work at pace, we're also looking for someone who has: Qualifications to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent, ONC mechanical/electrical engineering, BTEC level 3 in mechanical & electrical/electronic engineering) Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems used in FMCG industry Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery, including conveyors, motors, pumps, and packaging equipment Proactive approach to maintenance and a commitment to ensuring the highest levels of equipment reliability A good understanding of HACCP principles and ideally IEE qualification up to 17th edition wiring regulations would be advantageous Excellent communication skills Assertiveness with the ability to make decisions on the spot A can do attitude and a strong work ethic In return for your hard work we will offer you: Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays) 15% discount in our stores available from the day you join us Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member Career progression and development opportunities Subsidised staff canteen Free parking Market leading pension and life assurance Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more Long Service Awards Optional Payroll charity donations Enhanced Family/maternity/parental leave About The Company You’ll find a great big welcome here at Myton Food Group - the part of our business that looks after manufacturing, whilst maintaining strong roots within Morrisons Supermarkets. At Myton Food Group, we have a legacy to be proud of. We’re British farming’s biggest single direct customer. We buy from highly valued suppliers. And we’re passionate about the quality of our food. Today, we have 19 manufacturing sites across the UK, where we pack and process fresh meats and fish, savoury and sweet pies, fruit and veg, flower bouquets, bread and lots more. We really do stand out in the world of food manufacturing. But what we’re especially proud of is the way we all get stuck in and work as a team, in partnership across our supply chain. Read more about what we do at our Myton Food Group website

More About The Role Our sites are ever-demanding, complex and in some cases operate 24 hours a day - so it's vital we have a strong Engineering team who ensure our machines work to the best of their ability. So we can continue to provide great products to our customers, whilst still ensuring speediness. As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our Manufacturing site. You will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of our machinery and equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. This is a hands-on role that requires strong technical skills and the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly. Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager your responsibilities will include: * Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on production equipment, identifying and resolving any potential issues before they cause disruptions * Respond promptly to machinery breakdowns, diagnose the problem, and perform repairs or coordinate with external specialists when necessary * Carry out machine adjustments and changeovers to support production line efficiency and minimise downtime * Monitor and calibrate equipment to ensure accuracy, quality, and safety standards are met * Collaborate with production teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and provide technical expertise to enhance productivity * Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, including maintenance schedules, repairs, and spare parts inventory * Adhere to health and safety guidelines and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures * Stay updated with industry advancements and new technologies relevant to the role About You As well as the ability to work at pace, we're also looking for someone who has: * Qualifications to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent, ONC mechanical/electrical engineering, BTEC level 3 in mechanical & electrical/electronic engineering) * Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems used in FMCG industry * Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery, including conveyors, motors, pumps, and packaging equipment * Proactive approach to maintenance and a commitment to ensuring the highest levels of equipment reliability * A good understanding of HACCP principles and ideally IEE qualification up to 17th edition wiring regulations would be advantageous * Excellent communication skills * Assertiveness with the ability to make decisions on the spot * A can do attitude and a strong work ethic In return for your hard work we will offer you: * Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays) * 15% discount in our stores available from the day you join us * Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member * Career progression and development opportunities * Subsidised staff canteen * Free parking * Market leading pension and life assurance * Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP * Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more * Long Service Awards * Optional Payroll charity donations * Enhanced Family/maternity/parental leave About The Company You’ll find a great big welcome here at Myton Food Group - the part of our business that looks after manufacturing, whilst maintaining strong roots within Morrisons Supermarkets. At Myton Food Group, we have a legacy to be proud of. We’re British farming’s biggest single direct customer. We buy from highly valued suppliers. And we’re passionate about the quality of our food. Today, we have 19 manufacturing sites across the UK, where we pack and process fresh meats and fish, savoury and sweet pies, fruit and veg, flower bouquets, bread and lots more. We really do stand out in the world of food manufacturing. But what we’re especially proud of is the way we all get stuck in and work as a team, in partnership across our supply chain. Read more about what we do at our Myton Food Group website

Maintenance Manager Competitive Salary + Bonus + Development Opportunity A well-established advanced manufacturing business in Cheshire is looking to appoint an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead engineering reliability and maintenance strategy at a key production facility. This role offers the opportunity to transform and modernise the site maintenance function, with a particular focus on developing a robust planned preventative maintenance (PPM) strategy across critical furnace and high-temperature process equipment. The business is investing in improving maintenance planning and reliability, including exploring the implementation of a CMMS system, making this an excellent opportunity for an engineering leader who enjoys building systems and driving change. Reporting to the senior operations leadership team, the Maintenance Manager will take responsibility for all maintenance activities across the facility, with a particular focus on critical furnace and high-temperature process equipment. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the site maintenance technicians Establish a robust PPM strategy for furnace and thermal process equipment Improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime Support the introduction of a CMMS maintenance system Work closely with operations to improve asset performance and efficiency Ensure all maintenance activities meet health, safety and compliance requirementsAbout You Qualified Engineer with proven experience of managing a maintenance team in a manufacturing environment Proven leadership experience within manufacturing or process environments Strong background in planned, pro-active maintenance and reliability improvementWe are particularly interested in candidates from industries such as: foundry, machining or med- heavy engineering environments. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the maintenance strategy of a growing manufacturing operation and make a visible impact on site performance. Apply Now! At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy. Our commitment: Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes

Day Engineer / TIG Welder £44,000 + regular overtime payments Permanent FMCG / Food Manufacturing Based near Chester We're supporting a leading food manufacturer in hiring a skilled TIG Welder / Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their days-based engineering team. The role will be 50% TIG welding and 50% maintenance work - site utilities, process and packaging machinery. If you're confident with TIG welding, reactive & preventative maintenance, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, high-standards environment - this could be a great next move. The Role TIG welding & stainless-steel fabrication • Maintenance on process & packing equipment • Support installs, upgrades & CI projects • Keep site utilities running smoothly • Strong focus on hygiene, safety & GMP What You'll Bring Proven TIG welding experience (food/manufacturing vessels ideally) • Engineering qualification (electrical preferred) • Fault-finding skills & solid engineering mindset • Team player with a clean, methodical approach Why Apply? Competitive salary + overtime • Modern kit, supportive team • Real autonomy & development Interested? Please get in touch to discuss confidentially. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us

Controls Engineer / Control Systems Engineer / PLC Engineer West Cheshire (commutable from Liverpool, Chester, South Manchester) circa £60,000 – £65,000 (DOE) Hybrid working I’m currently working with a growing systems integrator in Cheshire who are looking to appoint a Controls Engineer / Automation Engineer to support a range of bespoke automation projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, engineering-led team delivering projects across conveyor systems, automated systems, robotics and pick & place machinery. The Role You will be responsible for delivering automation projects from concept through to commissioning, including: • PLC programming (predominantly Siemens TIA Portal), • HMI development and system integration, • Electrical design input (working with third parties for detailed drawings), • On-site commissioning and system sign-off Projects typically involve around 6 weeks on site (2–3 times per year), with the remainder of time spent on design and development. The Company • Systems integrator (no in-house product), • Projects across conveyors, robotics, packaging and warehouse automation, • Growing focus on in-house software development, • Opportunity to work across a wide range of technologies and industries Candidate Requirements • Controls Engineer / PLC Engineer / Automation Engineer background, • Strong Siemens TIA Portal experience (S7, WinCC etc.), • Experience delivering projects and commissioning systems, • Comfortable working in a varied, project-led environment, • Ability to work independently and as part of a small team Working Pattern Hybrid working available. Additional Information • Salary guide £60,000 – £65,000 (depending on experience), • UK-wide travel required for commissioning (limited to project phases), • Candidates must have the right to work in the UK About Us Cressida Consulting is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. By applying for this role, you consent to your data being processed in line with GDPR for the purposes of recruitment. If you’re a Controls Engineer looking for a role with variety, ownership and project responsibility, please apply or get in touch for more information

Role: -Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer Location: -Deeside Shift: -4 on 4 off shift (12-hour shifts 2days/2 nights) Salary: £50,000 per annum Benefits: -Pension, life assurance, subsidised canteen and discounted staff shop, learning platform, free parking & career progression opportunities. Are you a hands-on engineer who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our clients FMCG engineering team and play a key role in keeping our production facility running efficiently, safely, and reliably. This is an exciting opportunity to work with modern automated equipment within a continuous manufacturing environment, where your technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and proactive mindset will directly contribute to operational performance. As a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving a wide range of process, packaging, and site equipment. Working both independently and as part of a skilled engineering team, you will help ensure minimal downtime and maximum production efficiency. Key Responsibilities • Carry out planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance across production and site equipment • Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults on processing machinery, packaging equipment, and utilities • Respond quickly to breakdowns and equipment failures to minimise disruption to production • Support the installation, commissioning, and repair of plant machinery and facilities • Perform workshop duties, including machine repairs and component fabrication • Assist manufacturing teams with line adjustments, changeovers, and technical support • Identify and implement engineering improvements to increase efficiency and reduce downtime • Maintain accurate engineering documentation and maintenance records • Work collaboratively with external contractors and engineering partners on site projects • Train and support colleagues on the safe use and maintenance of equipment The Person • Engineering qualification such as HNC or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical, Mechanical, or Multi-Skilled Engineering • Experience working in a high-speed automated manufacturing environment (ideally FMCG or food production) • Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills across electrical and mechanical systems • Experience with automated machinery, packaging equipment, and site services • Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively • Strong commitment to health and safety Desirable: • Experience with integrated control systems • Knowledge of automatic packaging and palletising systems • Familiarity with AC drives and/or servo drive systems Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us

Technical Sales Engineer - Packaging Machinery / FMCG £45,000-£50,000 + £5k-£20k Performance Bonus + £450/month Car Allowance Field-based | UK A rare opportunity for a hands-on packaging or FMCG service engineer to step into a more advanced, solutions-focused role. Di

Position: Field Service Engineer - Packaging. An international packaging equipment manufacturer based in Taplow is seeking a Field Service Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will possess a strong background in field service engineering, ideally within the packaging or related mach

Nights - Sunday- Thursday 10pm - 6amThe Engineering Department at Kettering have an exciting opportunity for a Night Shift Engineer to join the team. Maintenance Engineer (Multi Skilled) Kettering £51,822.

Field Service Engineer (Packaging Machinery)£35,000 + OTE £40,000-£45,000 + Overnight Stays + Company Bonus + On call (telephone only) + Company Van + Enhanced Pension Contribution + TOIL + Company BenefitsYorkAre you a Service or Maintenance Engineer from a Mechanical / Electrical background loo

The Engineering Department at Kettering has an exciting opportunity for an additional Weekend Shift Engineer to join the team. Shift Engineer (Weekends)Kettering£51,917.

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