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Nights Technical Operator

Runcorn – £35,000

Mon – Fri 22.00 – 06.00

• We are seeking a passionate Technical Operator is to Operate, Maintain, Improve and Repair our new state of the art clean room within our Runcorn facility. You will support the delivery of operational KPI’s (Productivity, Quality, Safety, Health and Environment, Cost, Delivery). Working within an autonomous team the Technical Operator will drive excellent standards of production delivery and continuous improvement, whilst always protecting a safe and sustainable environment.
  
  You will be required to champion specific skills and coach others. You will have a basic understanding of key cost drivers in the clean room and will grow this in line with your project management skills
• As the Technical Operator you will be at the heart of our clean room ensuring that all KPI’s are managed
• Working closely with Sales, Supply Chain, Ecommerce and the production teams to ensure we deliver excellence to our customer
• Technical - Knowledge and application of technical skills to Operate, Maintain, Improve and Repair (OMIR) equipment. This allows production targets to be met safely, at the right level of quality and on time
• Understand the principles of mechanism and motion and be able to conduct changeovers on our bottling and pouch lines
• Identify and troubleshoot problems with the packing machines. Perform basic repairs, such as fixing jams, and resolving minor mechanical issues.
• Safety - Utilise appropriate safety and environmental procedures for people, processes, materials, products and equipment to ensure a safe working environment for the whole team
• Environment - Reduce costs due to waste and minimise impact to health, safety and the environment through working to eliminate waste
• Quality - Ensure that all aspects of Quality within the area of responsibility are in accordance with our Quality procedures to protect and promote the brand and product
• Leadership - Promote the development of a highly effective and autonomous team through strong communication, leading by example and conflict management, whilst keeping focused on goals and targets
• Coaching – Champion specific skills within the team and coach them to others in order to drive excellence
• Continuous Improvement - Use performance measures to identify and prioritise losses in production area. Apply rigorous Cost Deployment and the Zero loss concept to eliminate losses
• Problem Solving - Has the ability to identify, prioritise and address problems using appropriate tools and techniques that eliminate recurrence.
• Production Output - Agree production plan targets and review performance in order to drive functional goals at individual and team level.
• Business Awareness - Understanding of the need to meet changing demands and the role of marketing and product innovation in growing the business and increasing the company's share.

Skills & Experience Required

• Core Engineering Skills – Background in Maintenance, Bench fitting and/or Machining
• Experience of working as part of an extended team within the manufacturing sector
• Strong leadership and communication skills
  Experience of manufacturing in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Company
  Experience as a team member within a project Management team with an awareness of project management tools and techniques
• Growth Mindset eager to embrace challenges and continuously improve processes to help drive our team's success”

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Rewarding your skills and dedication
• Medical Insurance (CashPlan): Keeping you and your family healthy
• 50% Discount on HTC Products: Enjoy our products at half the price
• On-Site Free to Use Gym: Convenience at your workplace
• On-Site Complimentary Secure Parking: Safe and convenient parking at your workplace.
• 33 Days Annual Leave Inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Company Pension: Secure your future with our pension plan
• Death in Service Benefit (2x Annual Salary)

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Electrical Engineer - Maintenance/ Installation

Wigan

Shift Pattern:  6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm & 10pm - 6am

Early finish Fridays

Up to 48k Basic salary + Unlimited overtime + Generous package

Job Purpose:

Due to year on year growth and site expansion, a market leader in the building products industry are seeking two proactive electrical maintenance engineers to minimise downtime, assist with planned maintenance and continuous improvement across site.

Key Responsibilities:

Preventative Maintenance

Facilities Maintenance Engineers are responsible for implementing preventive maintenance programs. This includes regular inspections and servicing of equipment, systems, and structures to prevent malfunctions and ensure optimal performance.

System Upgrades and Improvements

Part of the role involves assessing the current systems and identifying opportunities for upgrades or improvements. This could include energy efficiency projects, modernization of equipment, or implementing new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements:

Do you have an Electrical qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or BTEC?

Practical experience of working in a manufacturing, production or industrial maintenance position?

Ideally you will have 18^th edition, 2391 inspection or CSCS Gold Card.

If you have the skills and experience required, we'd love to hear from you! Apply Now!

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Contract Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Nantwich

14.00 – 22.00

Immediate Start

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced food manufacturing facility. The role is responsible for delivering site-wide maintenance support, ensuring minimal downtime, and maintaining compliance with health and safety standards.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across a wide range of equipment
• Respond to breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimize production downtime
• Support site engineering projects, upgrades, and continuous improvement activities
• Maintain and repair electrical and mechanical systems across the production site
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to identify and resolve technical issues
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with site health, safety, and hygiene standards
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and shift handovers

Skills & Experience

• Time-served engineer with a recognised mechanical and/or electrical engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a food, FMCG, or similar fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to work independently on nights and manage priorities efficiently
• Excellent understanding of health and safety practices in a manufacturing setting
• Available to start at short notice and commit to the full 3-month contract
• Experience with PLC fault finding (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.)
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards

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Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Multi Skilled

Ashton Under Lyne

Monday to Friday Morning/ afternoon shift rotation

Up to 45k Basic salary + overtime + Generous package

Job Purpose:

Due to year on year growth and site expansion, a market leader in the manufacturing industry are seeking a proactive maintenance engineer to minimise downtime, assist with planned maintenance and continuous improvement across site.

Key Responsibilities:

Preventative Maintenance

Facilities Maintenance Engineers are responsible for implementing preventive maintenance programs. This includes regular inspections and servicing of equipment, systems, and structures to prevent malfunctions and ensure optimal performance.

System Upgrades and Improvements

Part of the role involves assessing the current systems and identifying opportunities for upgrades or improvements. This could include energy efficiency projects, modernization of equipment, or implementing new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements:

Do you have an Electrical qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or BTEC?

Practical experience of working in a manufacturing, production or industrial maintenance position?

If you have the skills and experience required, we'd love to hear from you! Apply Now!

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Shift Maintenance Engineering Lead

Telford

12hr days and nights rotation

Up to 55k + bonus and generous pension/ holiday and additional package

Job Purpose:

Due to plant expansion and constant increase in order we are seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure machinery downtime remains minimal and proactively improve efficiencies across site. Leading a small team of engineers on shift you will be the go-to engineer issuing work orders, leading small projects and being a champion in continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform Reactive, PPM, and Corrective maintenance tasks, closing out Work Orders with detailed feedback on Root Cause and solution via CMMS.
• Ensure working areas, including workshops, are well maintained and housekeeping standards are maintained.
• Procurement of engineering spares and consumables where required.
• Analysing operational issues. Full Understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Prioritise the maintenance of the operational areas and be prepared to be flexible, and available, in order that company objectives are continuously achieved.
• Carry out diagnosis of faults, the maintenance, and repairs to all types of plant and equipment in a safe, timely and professional manner and return equipment to operational service.
• The ability to analyse and resolve maintenance issues under pressure - both alone and as part of a team.
• Effective communication with other members of the Engineering team, and Production team.
• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance Routines, and Corrective works.

Requirements:

• Apprentice trained or equivalent in a Electrical engineering discipline.
• Industrial/ manufacturing experience
• Experience of PLC fault finding is preferred.
• Leadership experience - man-management, projects etc...

If you have the skills and experience required, we'd love to hear from you! Apply Now!

Shift Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Tameside

12hr days and nights rotation (every other Friday, Saturday and Sunday off)

Generous salary + bonus and generous pension/ holiday and additional package

Job Purpose:

Due to plant expansion and constant increase in order we are seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to ensure machinery downtime remains minimal and proactively improve efficiencies across site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain plant, equipment, and utilities across the site.
• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Complete routine PPM work and document tasks accurately.
• Respond to reactive maintenance tasks efficiently.
• Utilize CMMS (SAP) for maintenance activities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping (5S methodology).
• Promote and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical support during production breakdowns.
• Keep up to date with plant processes and technical advancements.
• Assist shift supervision teams with guidance and technical expertise.

Requirements:

• Apprentice trained or equivalent in a mechanical engineering discipline.
• Industrial/ manufacturing experience
• Additional ideal skills would be pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, valves etc...

If you have the skills and experience required, we'd love to hear from you! Apply Now!

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Electrical Engineering Manager
Location: Cheshire (North West)
Salary: Circa 70k 

The Opportunity
We're recruiting for an experienced EC&I Manager to join a leading chemical manufacturing business. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical expertise with team management. You will oversee all site electrical, control, and instrumentation systems - ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations while supporting new and ongoing projects.

This position offers the chance to take ownership of site EC&I standards, drive continuous improvement, and act as a technical lead in a high-hazard COMAH environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the safe execution of reactive and proactive maintenance across electrical and instrumentation systems.

• Act as the Responsible Person for HV and LV works on site.

• Manage and continuously improve EC&I standards, SCADA systems, SIL systems, and DSEAR compliance.

• Own instrumentation calibration, loop checks, and verification processes.

• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Planning teams to maximise operational efficiency.

• Contribute to new projects, ensuring EC&I compliance throughout design, installation, and commissioning stages.

• Liaise with contractors and suppliers, managing costs, resources, and timescales.

• Support COMAH compliance and contribute as a technical lead during audits and inspections.

• Lead health & safety initiatives, risk assessments, and contribute to site-wide safety improvements.

• Champion continuous improvement, ensuring KPIs and PPM schedules are met through the site CMMS.

About You

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) OR extensive relevant industry experience.

• Strong knowledge of EC&I systems within a chemical, process, or high-hazard manufacturing environment.

• Qualifications such as C&G 18th Edition, Electrical Installation, DSEAR/COMPEX essential.

• Additional knowledge of IEC 61508/61511, Siemens S7, or SCADA development would be advantageous.

• Experienced in HV/LV electrical systems and safe isolation procedures (LOTO).

• Strong leadership, project management, and contractor management skills.

• Excellent organisational, planning, and communication abilities.

Why Apply?

• Key technical leadership role in a complex, high-hazard environment.

• Opportunity to own and shape EC&I standards and practices across site.

• Direct involvement in major improvement and capital projects.

• Career progression within a safety-first, forward-thinking manufacturing business.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm, with flexibility required around project deadlines and occasional travel to support wider operations.

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Shift Manager - Chemical Manufacturing
Location: Cheshire 
Salary: 50k + 
Application Deadline: 30th May 2025

The Opportunity
We're working with a leading chemical manufacturing business to recruit a Shift Manager for their high-performing site. This is a shift-based leadership role, working closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Planning teams to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing operations.

The successful candidate will oversee production teams across multiple processes including mixing, blending, and dispersions, ensuring operational targets are met while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance. This role offers structured progression, with the expectation to gain experience across all production areas and move towards the next step in your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety: Ensure strict adherence to site safety protocols, COMAH requirements, and promote a positive safety culture.

• Production: Oversee daily operations to deliver on production targets, manage maintenance coordination, and drive continuous improvement.

• Quality: Maintain high product standards, investigate quality issues, and collaborate with R&D to optimise processes.

• Leadership: Lead, develop, and motivate your shift team, ensuring performance management, training, and compliance are consistently achieved.

• Compliance: Uphold environmental and regulatory requirements, support inspections, and maintain accurate documentation.

• Continuous Improvement: Champion lean initiatives, process optimisation, waste reduction, and efficiency improvements across operations.

About You

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or similar, OR substantial experience in chemical manufacturing leadership.

• Proven track record in a high-hazard environment (COMAH / speciality chemicals desirable).

• Strong people leadership, coaching, and development skills.

• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication abilities.

• Demonstrable experience driving operational efficiencies, cost reduction, and process improvements.

• Comfortable leading teams in fast-paced, safety-critical environments.

Why Apply?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where safety, compliance, and people development are at the core of operations. If you're an ambitious Shift Manager with chemical manufacturing experience looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Hours: Shift-based (24/5 - Monday to Friday, including nights)

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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer 4 on 4 off 
Career Growth and Varied, Fast-Paced Environment

Tired of the same old routine? Want a role where you can fix, improve and make a real impact every single day?

We're looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a busy food manufacturing site producing for some of the UK's biggest retailers. It's fast, it's challenging - and it's packed with opportunities to grow your skills and career.

Why you'll love it here:

Competitive pay & great benefits package
Pension, life cover & wellbeing support
Holiday purchase scheme & staff perks
Career development in a growing sector

What you'll be doing:

Electrical & Mechanical fault-finding
Planned & reactive maintenance
Supporting production with changeovers & improvements
Driving continuous improvement projects

What we're looking for:

Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent
Strong electrical fault-finding skills
Previous experience in manufacturing maintenance
A flexible, can-do team player

 Don't miss your chance to join a business that's going places. Apply today and step into a role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities!

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