Specialist Food Manufacturing Recruitment
ATA Recruitment is a leading food manufacturing recruitment agency with decades of experience supporting the UK's most dynamic and demanding FMCG environments. We’ve built a strong reputation in the food production sector by delivering high-quality permanent and contract candidates who help drive operational success.
Food manufacturing is one of the UK's largest industrial markets. Serving national retailers and food service clients requires exceptional quality, speed, and reliability in operations. Our recruitment experts understand these demands and support businesses in maintaining high OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), meeting compliance standards, and hiring for growth.
Our Approach to Food Manufacturing Recruitment
Our team understands how downtime can impact output and profitability. That’s why we provide fast, accurate recruitment solutions tailored to your operations. Whether you're looking for a permanent team leader or a contract engineer for a peak season ramp-up, we deliver dependable candidates - on time.
We maintain a robust talent pool of engineers, managers, and operational leaders, pre-screened and ready for work across the UK. We offer:
- Contingency recruitment for urgent roles
- Retained search for senior and strategic hires
- Contractor deployment for short- or medium-term projects
OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE
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Permanent Recruitment
Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Team Leader
Service Engineer
Controls Engineer
Project Engineer
Project Manager
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Health and Safety Advisor
Production Manager
Production Team Leader
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Contract Recruitment
Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Team Leader
Controls Engineer
Project Engineer
Project Manager
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Health and Safety Advisor
Production Manager
Production Team Leader
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Interim Recruitment
Maintenance Manager
Engineering Manager
Chief Engineer
Production Manager
Project Manager
Operations Manager
Health and Safety Manager
Plant Manager
Site Director
Engineering Director
Operations Director
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ATA Search
Engineering Manager
Operations Manager
Quality Manager
Production Manager
Plant Manager
General Manager
Engineering Director
Technical Director
Operations Director
Managing Director
Latest Jobs In Food (FMCG)
Maintenance Engineer
£52000 - 52000 per year Annual bonus, 25 days holiday, 7% match pension, healthcare plan, paid overtime, lots of benefits.
Ashby de la Zouch
Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer, £52,000, Ashby De-La-Zouch Package includes Annual bonus, 25 days holiday, 7% match pension, healthcare plan, paid overtime, lots of benefits. Shift pattern -Panama Days and Nights 06:00 – 18:00 / 18:00 – 06:00. Opportunity to work for a large manufacturing group producing heritage brands we all know and love. Fantastic job security with a company scaling up not down. Feel empowered and make your decision ATA are supporting a large manufacturing group with global presence across 31 countries. The group are a household name with thousands of people consuming their products each day, equating into billions of sales per annum. Their site in Leicestershire, is a fantastic place to work and is rated 4.5 stars on glass doors, with employees describing the business as welcoming, people centred and one that genuinely wants to positively grow each year. They are looking for a multiskilled maintenance engineer of electrical biased to join their skilled team, where they will be responsible for maintaining machinery within a fast paced automated environment. About the role As a maintenance engineer you will be responsible for the upkeep of machinery within a fast paced and automated manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include: Planned Preventive Maintenance. Reacting to breakdowns. Fault finding and fault rectification. Project, upgrade and installation. About you To be considered for this multiskilled maintenance engineer role you should be/have the following: Multiskilled experience with an electrical bias. Experience with 3 phase motor control, electro-pneumatics, PLC. Strong fault-finding skills, the ability to problem solve and rectify faults in a safe and effective manner. Due to the nature of the site, ideally you should have experience within a fast-paced environment. You should hold a recognised level 3 (or above) engineering qualification city and guilds, NVQ, HND, HNC. The Benefits Joining our customer, you will be joining a forward-thinking manufacturing group who are scaling up and not down. You’ll be joining a company who hold value in their employee’s opinion, asking for regular feedback to how they can improve the site. Alongside this, you will get to work for a company who are working towards achieving world class standards in health and safety, giving you piece of mind at work. If you think you are the right multiskilled maintenance engineer for this market leader, please press apply, call Aj on 07701326339 to discuss the role ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Maintenance Engineer
£55000 - 55000 per year bonus, private healthcare, 7% pension and more incentives!
Aylesbury
Maintenance Engineer, Aylesbury, £55,000, Monday-Friday, bonus (last year £2k), 7% pension contribution, internal training, external qualification training. Shift – Monday-Friday (Days) About the role This role is for a stand-alone Maintenance Engineer for one of the largest food manufacturers in the UK. The site has recently been acquired and is now facing high growth and are now looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer who has a track record of comfortably upholding Engineering standards within a food manufacturing environment. Responsibilities will include: To take responsibility for all Engineering standards at the site and to ensure the smooth running of a factory. Taking ownership of the site, documentation and workshop. To be capable of working with all mechanical components, as well as electrical components as well as food manufacturing machinery. The successful candidate will be looking after all 3 production lines. To comfortably monitor all machinery and be a step ahead of diagnosing any potential machine failures. About the company: The company we are currently in partnership with is market leading in their sector and operate across the whole of the UK. The parent company was established over 70+ years ago and is a household name in their sector. Our client has recently acquired this site, which is now facing a major increase in production. Our client is community-driven. At the forefront of their mission statement is ensuring that everything local to them thrives to its full extent. As well as this, every decision they make business related is taken in mind with the environmental impact it may have. About you: To be considered for the Maintenance Engineer position, you should have the following: Experience in a multi-skilled environment, being able to work with electrical equipment as comfortably as mechanical equipment. Due to this role being a stand-alone, you have to be able to work independently with a proactive mindset. Educated to a minimum of a Level 3 in an electrical field. Why join our client? Investing hugely across the board and invest heavily in employees to ensure retainment. An employee first approach with a generous benefits package, including private healthcare, bonus, life insurance as well as more benefits. Regular salary reviews. If you want to hear more about becoming a Maintenance Engineer at this industry leading group, then please press apply or give Karolis a call on 07796 990 423, alternatively drop me an email on karolis.stenas@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Food Maintenance Engineer (boiler/refrigeration experience)
£35 - 35 per hour
Evesham
Food Maintenance Engineer (Boiler & Refrigeration) Location: Commutable from Evesham, Cheltenham, Worcester Contract: 3-6 Month Rolling Contract Shifts: 4 on 4 off – 12hr Days & Nights (6–6) Rate: £35ph – Outside IR35 The Role: We’re looking for an experienced Food Maintenance Engineer with boiler and refrigeration expertise to join a busy FMCG site on a 3-month rolling contract. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving critical utility systems, ensuring production runs smoothly and safely. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Maintaining and repairing ammonia refrigeration systems, industrial boilers, glycol chillers, cooling towers, and compressed air systems Delivering effective planned and reactive maintenance across plant and utilities Responding to mechanical and electrical breakdowns quickly to support production Completing accurate shift reports, emails, and handovers Ensuring compliance with safety standards, permit-to-work systems, and food safety (HACCP) requirements Identifying and implementing improvements to increase reliability and efficiency Working closely with Engineering, Production, Admin, and Stores teams The Ideal Candidate Will Have: 5+ years’ experience in FMCG or a similar fast-paced manufacturing environment Proven experience with refrigeration (ammonia), boilers, chillers, pumps, and motors Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance skills A recognised qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Refrigeration Engineering HACCP/Food Safety Level 3 (beneficial) Ammonia/BOAS/F-Gas certifications (beneficial) Basic welding/fabrication skills (advantage) What’s on Offer: Rolling 3-6 month contract 4 on 4 off shift pattern – 12hr days & nights (6–6) Minimum 42 hours per week £35ph – Outside IR35 Immediate start available I am looking to speak to talented Food Maintenance Engineers with boiler and refrigeration experience who are seeking a rewarding and highly challenging position. For more information, please contact Fred O’Reilly on 07827 918324 or email your CV to fred.oreilly@ata-recruitment.co.uk, Recruitment Specialist at ATA Recruitment. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website - By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Maintenance Engineer
£53200 - 53200 per year bonus, PLC training, 7% pention, added benefits
Melton Mowbray
Maintenance Engineer, £53,000, profit related pay with bonus increasing year by year, 7% pension contribution, internal training, external qualification training. Shift – 4 on 4 off (Panama Days/Nights) About the company: The company we are currently in partnership with is market leading in their sector and operate across the whole of the UK. Established over 100+ years ago, our client is a family business which has now grown to over 12 sites across the country, all operating with a different focus. Our client is constantly looking to increase, improve and initiate positive change fuelled by investment and acquisition to broaden their product portfolio. Our client is community-driven. At the forefront of their mission statement is ensuring that everything local to them thrives to it’s full extent. As well as this, every decision they make business related is taken in mind with the environmental impact it may have. About the role This is a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join one of the largest as well as one of most stable companies in the FMCG sector. Due to growth and demand from the customers, the opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer has arisen. The successful Maintenance Engineer will have the opportunity to grow into leadership positions, as well as having real recognition for the effort they make in the workplace. Responsibilities will include: Ensuring the smooth running of the factory, by performing reactive and planned maintenance work. Electrical installations. Taking ownership of looking after the workshop, ensuring all the tools are correctly stored as well as ordering new stock when necessary. Teaching junior members of the engineering team to company standard and to ensure their success where possible. Fault-finding on both the electrical and mechanical components. No programming required but need to have the ability to check I/O’s, read schematics and check HMI Screens. The ideal candidate will have an electrical bias. About you: To be considered for the Maintenance Engineer position, you should have the following: Experience in a multi-skilled environment, being able to work with electrical equipment. Due to the nature of the work, you should be happy to work to food safety as well as health and safety requirements. Educated to a minimum of a Level 3 in an electrical field. To have initiative, as well as leadership skills when you may be required to if you are the most senior member on shift. Why join our client? Training in PLC’s as well as food safety, health safety and other benefits with training. An employee-first approach with clear routes of progression into leadership positions. 40% of promotions are internal. Regular salary reviews as well as unlimited overtime opportunities. If you want to hear more about becoming a Maintenance Engineer at this industry leading group, then please press apply or give Karolis a call on 07796 990 423, alternatively drop me an email on karolis.stenas@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Maintenance Engineer
£53402 - 53402 per year bonus, PLC training and added incentives!
Trafford Park
Maintenance Engineer, Trafford Park, £53,402, profit related pay with bonus increasing year by year, 7% pension contribution, internal training, external qualification training. Shift – 4 on 4 off (4 days, 4 nights) About the role This is a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join a household name which is backed by a market-leading food manufacturer. Due to growth and demand from the customers, the opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer has arisen. The successful Maintenance Engineer will have the opportunity to train, as well as to grow into more senior positions. Responsibilities will include: Ensuring the smooth running of the factory, by performing reactive and planned maintenance work. Electrical installations. Taking ownership of looking after the workshop, ensuring all the tools are correctly stored as well as ordering new stock when necessary. Teaching junior members of the engineering team to company standard and to ensure their success where possible. Fault-finding on both the electrical and mechanical components. No programming required but need to have the ability to check I/O’s, read schematics and check HMI Screens. The ideal candidate will be equally able with electrical and mechanical systems. About the company: The company we are currently in partnership with is market leading in their sector and operate across the whole of the UK. Established over 70+ years ago, our client is a household name in their sector. Our client is constantly looking to increase, improve and initiate positive change fuelled by investment and acquisition to broaden their product portfolio. Our client is community-driven. At the forefront of their mission statement is ensuring that everything local to them thrives to its full extent. As well as this, every decision they make business related is taken in mind with the environmental impact it may have. About you: To be considered for the Maintenance Engineer position, you should have the following: Experience in a multi-skilled environment, being able to work with electrical equipment. Due to the nature of the work, you should be happy to work to food safety as well as health and safety requirements. Educated to a minimum of a Level 3 in an electrical field. To have initiative, as well as leadership skills when you may be required to if you are the most senior member on shift. Why join our client? Investing hugely across the board and invest heavily in employees to ensure retainment. An employee-first approach with clear routes of progression into leadership positions. 40% of promotions are internal. Regular salary reviews as well as unlimited overtime opportunities. If you want to hear more about becoming a Maintenance Engineer at this industry leading group, then please press apply or give Karolis a call on 07796 990 423, alternatively drop me an email on karolis.stenas@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
£54000 - 54000 per year Private Health Care + 7% Pension
Manchester
Job Title: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Location: Manchester Salary: £54,000 + 7% Pension + Private Healthcare Shifts: 4 on 4 off (Days and Nights) Industry: FMCG / Multisite Operations Join a leading multisite FMCG manufacturer in Manchester as a multi-skilled maintenance engineer, working on a 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern (days and nights). This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-performing engineering team in a fast-paced production environment, with strong investment in people and systems. The Role: As a multi-skilled maintenance engineer, you'll be responsible for responding to a range of electrical and mechanical breakdowns and carrying out preventative maintenance to minimise downtime. You'll be working hands-on with a variety of equipment and supporting improvements across multiple manufacturing lines. Key Responsibilities: Electrical fault finding using a multimeter (including correct setting selection and avoiding fuse damage). Basic diagnostics via HMI screens, checking I/O’s, and reading electrical schematics – no programming required. Mechanical tasks such as inspecting for wear and tear, clearing conveyor jams, and replacing snapped belts. Dealing with common breakdowns, often caused by water ingress during equipment washdowns. Working from a paper-based PPM system (currently in place), with plans to transition to Shire Systems Pirana later this year – engineers will support this transition on a local server setup. Collaborating with the wider engineering and production teams to improve reliability and safety. About You: You are a multi-skilled maintenance engineer with experience in FMCG or a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You are electrically competent and confident using multimeters safely and correctly. You can work mechanically to a reasonable standard, using logical fault-finding and visual inspections. You're comfortable reading schematics and working with basic control systems (I/O, sensors, HMIs). You take ownership, work safely, and can adapt to both planned and reactive maintenance. Benefits: £54,000 per year salary 7% employer pension contribution Private healthcare Modern manufacturing facility with investment in new systems Long-term development and training opportunities within a successful multisite group This is a great role for a hands-on multi-skilled maintenance engineer who enjoys variety, responsibility, and working in a close-knit team. Whether you’re currently in a similar role or looking to take your next step in FMCG maintenance, we’d love to hear from you. Take your next career move in Manchester with this exciting multi-skilled maintenance engineer opportunity – apply now! ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Maintenance Engineer
£44000 - 44500 per year Pension Scheme
Halifax
6-Month Fixed Term Contract – Maintenance Engineer Location: Elland Salary: £44,500 per annum Shifts: Monday – Friday (3 Shift Rotation) + Occasional Weekend Work Industry: FMCG ️ Role: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer We are currently recruiting for a skilled and motivated Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing facility on a 6-month fixed term contract. Whether you're between roles, recently made redundant, or just looking for a short-term opportunity, this could be the perfect fit. What We’re Looking For: Experience in a maintenance engineering role (electrical and/or mechanical) Previous work in the FMCG or manufacturing sector is a bonus Flexible approach to shift work Why Apply? Competitive salary Stable 6-month contract Opportunity to work in a well-established, supportive team Interested? Let’s have a quick conversation to discuss the role in more detail. We’d love to hear from you. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Maintenance Engineer
£60000 - 60000 per year Overtime and Health benefits
Woodford
Role: Maintenance Engineer Shift: 4 on 4 off Days and Nights Salary: £60,290 (+ plentiful O.T.) Location: Walthamstow The Company Would you like a LOT of overtime opportunities to maximise your earnings? Are you interested in joining a solid, thriving business which is constantly investing in its site and engineers? Our client is one of the biggest food manufacturers in the world, boasting over a yearly revenue turnover of just under £20 billion globally. They supply their products to all major supermarkets, holding a key presence amongst large retailers and small trading businesses. This company has invested tens of millions of pounds within the past decade on the latest, state-of-the-art technology for you to get working on straight away. They are looking for another motivated Maintenance Engineer to get started and unlock fantastic benefits and development! The Role As a Maintenance Engineer for this company, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Fault finding electrically on control panels, contactors, relays, switches, VFD’s, three phase motors etc. Repairing state-of-the-art conveyors, ovens, mixers, metal detectors, silos, check weighers etc. Operating as a team to confidently perform reactive and planned maintenance Promote and enforce a culture of Continuous Improvement Work mechanically on bearings, chain drives, sprockets, seals, shafts, pulley systems etc. About You The ideal Maintenance Engineer will have the following: A recognised engineering qualification Experience with, or a flexible mindset for, working effectively within a team An open attitude to working in any type of industry A sound understanding of key electrical components Experience working in FMCG or similar environment Company Benefits The company also discloses numerous benefits for the role of Maintenance Engineer which include: A substantial 10% contribution towards your pension Extremely generous holiday allowance Gym, holiday, technology and supermarket discounts (this scheme includes over 500 businesses!) Access to the company’s discounted products Refer a Friend Scheme; you get paid if they employ someone you refer! Death in Service benefit which pays x4 your current salary A strong budget dedicated solely for personalised on-site training, applied from your very first day Free on-site parking and easily accessible public transport links ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
"I have been working with ATA Recruitment for the last 5 years on Engineering roles for the Group. This is a challenging market but ATA Recruitment manage to find me some great candidates. I also like their approach which means that I am kept informed and they can provide me with valuable insight into the market that we are working in. Having agencies that you truly can work in partnership with means that we feel well represented and know that we can rely on support when needed."
Engineering Manager, Samworth Brothers
"I know without a doubt that the calibre of candidate that ATA Recruitment puts forward will be outstanding. As well as this, I have been very meticulous and demanding with the person/specification of the Engineers I have asked ATA Recruitment to recruit for me, not only to fit the role from a competency prospective but to have the right attitude. Given a lean market when it comes to Engineers, let alone the requirements I have set, ATA Recruitment always deliver more than expected.”
Engineering Manager, Samworth Brothers