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)
Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
£50000 - 50000 per year
Wrexham
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Location: Wrexham Shifts: 4 on 4 off – 2 Days / 2 Nights Salary: £50,000 Training & Development Provided The Company ATA Recruitment is proud to be working with a well-established and rapidly expanding FMCG manufacturer based in Wrexham. With a solid reputation for quality and innovation, this company continues to invest heavily in its people, processes, and technology. Due to ongoing growth and an increase in production demand, they are now looking to add a skilled Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to their highly motivated engineering team. The Role – What You’ll Be Doing: As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and performance of a fast-paced production environment. Your duties will include: Responding quickly and efficiently to mechanical and electrical breakdowns to minimise downtime. Performing fault finding and diagnostics on a wide range of production equipment and systems. Conducting planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on electrical and mechanical components. Providing on-shift electrical support to the maintenance and engineering teams. Carrying out facilities maintenance including lighting, minor installations, and repair of electrical appliances. Managing and monitoring electrical spare parts and components inventory. Requirements – What We’re Looking For: NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. If qualified mechanically, you must have strong electrical competence. Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment is essential. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot PLCs (Siemens experience desirable but not essential), inverter drives, 3-phase motors, and other control systems. Flexible and proactive approach to work, with a passion for continuous improvement. Why Join? Fast-growing, forward-thinking company with exciting plans for expansion. Access to a wide range of training and professional development opportunities. Career progression paths into senior or specialist engineering roles. Excellent overtime availability to significantly boost your earnings. Supportive, team-focused work environment that values your input and ideas. Ready to Apply? If you’re a driven, hands-on Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking to join a business that genuinely invests in its people, we want to hear from you. Apply now by following the online instructions or send your CV directly to: Taylor.Hardwick@ata-recruitment.co.uk Interviews available immediately – Don’t miss out! 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
£45000 - 45000 per year training, 7% pension + added benefits!
Southwick
Maintenance Engineer, £45,000, private healthcare, 7% pension contribution, internal training, external qualification training. Shift – 4 on 4 off (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. To provide assistance and support to junior engineers as well as production staff. 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 any Electrical 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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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
£39000 - 40000 per year Pension + OT
Hull
Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer – Hull Hull | £39,000 - £40,000 | OTE c.£50,000 | Shifts: Mon – Fri 6-2 / 2-10 (Flexibility Required) Are you a multi skilled maintenance engineer based in Hull and looking for a secure role with excellent overtime, training, and long-term prospects? We’re recruiting for a well-established manufacturing site that continues to invest in new machinery and people. The Role As a multi skilled maintenance engineer, you’ll join a small, supportive engineering team reporting to the Engineering Manager. You’ll work on a mix of reactive and planned maintenance with a 50/50 split between electrical and mechanical tasks. Your responsibilities will include: Fault finding on electrical systems including PLC systems, drives, motors, and heating elements Mechanical maintenance on conveyors, bearings, pneumatics, hydraulics, and sprockets Delivering weekly PPM schedules and responding to breakdowns Supporting project work, installations, and continuous improvement activity What We’re Looking For NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Strong background as a multi skilled maintenance engineer within manufacturing or FMCG Experience with both electrical and mechanical fault finding Motivated, reliable, and ideally based locally in Hull What’s on Offer £39,000 - £40,000 OTE around £50,000 with overtime Overtime rates: 1.5x weekdays/Saturdays, 2x Sundays If you’re a motivated multi skilled maintenance engineer looking for a stable role with variety, training, and excellent earning potential in Hull, this is the opportunity for you. Apply today to secure your next step as a multi skilled maintenance engineer. 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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Site Services Engineer
£60000 - 60000 per year
Brighton
Site Services Engineer – £60,000 - Brighton Monday to Friday – Days (8am–4pm) About the client The organisation, with a long and successful history spanning over many years, employs a large workforce across multiple locations nationwide and maintains an extensive portfolio of high-quality products. These products are widely recognised and trusted by consumers, forming an essential part of many households. With a strong financial performance and continued growth, the business is well-positioned for future expansion through strategic acquisitions and ongoing investment. What you’ll be doing As a Site Services Engineer you will be the primary support for all facilities-related systems across the full site—ensuring functionality and safety for critical services. This is a role for someone who enjoys working and taking ownership of essential infrastructure. Responsibilities: Maintenance and compliance of site-wide systems including boilers, steam, refrigeration, HVAC, water treatment, compressors, air filtration, and drainage. Managing and monitoring electrical systems including high voltage, FGAS, AC units. Handling planned checks for leaks, pressure drops, corrosion, and safety-critical components. Keeping all associated paperwork, permits, and systems up to date in line with regulations such as LOLER, PSSR, Legionella control, and electrical safety. To handle contractors that report into site, and to ensure the smooth running of the sites facility services. This is a hands-on Site Services Engineer role with training opportunities as well as other aspects which will allow What the client is looking for To be a successful Site Services Engineer, you’ll need: A recognised Electrical qualification Experience with site services systems, especially refrigeration. The ability to read electrical drawings, fault-find safely, and liaise with multiple site stakeholders. Background in working with hard serviceas. Whether you’re an experienced Site Services Engineer or a maintenance engineer, this role could be right for you. Why you should apply Join a major UK manufacturer with long-term customer partnerships and stable workload. Step into a central engineering role across a modern three-factory site. Long-term security with a family business structured model. Monday to Friday days – no nights or shifts. If you feel you’re the right Site Services Engineer for this opportunity, apply now or reach out to karolis.stenas@ata-recruitment.co.uk or call Karolis on 07796 990 423 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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Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer
£33 - 35 per hour
Evesham
Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer - Nights Location: Evesham Contract: 3-Month Rolling Contract Shifts: 4 on 4 off – 12hr Nights Rate: £33p/h - £35p/h – Outside IR35 The Role: We’re looking for a skilled Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join a busy food manufacturing site on a 3-month rolling contract. You’ll be responsible for carrying out PPM's and ensuring machinery is running smoothly and efficiently across the site. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Reactive maintenance and fault finding on a range of food production and packaging machinery Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) Component swaps and repairs on equipment such as conveyors, packaging machinery, cookers, slicers, pallets, and more The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Solid maintenance experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment A recognised engineering qualification (Apprenticeship or Level 3 NVQ/equivalent) Strong fault-finding and repair skills across a range of components A background working in food (preferred) What’s on Offer: Rolling 3-month contract 4 on 4 off shift pattern – 12hr nights Minimum 42 hours per week £33p/h - £35ph – Outside IR35 Immediate start available I am looking to speak to talented Multiskilled Maintenance Engineers who are seeking a rewarding and highly challenging position. For more information, please contact Fred O’Reilly on 07827 918 324 or email your CV to fred.oreilly@ata-recruitment.co.uk, Recruitment Consultant 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
£53425 - 53425 per year profit related pay, private healtchare, 7% pension and more!
Glenfield
Maintenance Engineer, £53,425, profit related pay with bonus increasing year by year, 7% pension contribution, 3-year intensive PLC training Shift – Wk 1 Monday to Friday 07:00 to 19:00, Wk 2 Sunday to Thursday 19:00 to 07:00, Wk 3 off, Week 4 Monday to Friday 07:00 to 19:00, Week 5 Tuesday to Saturday 19:00 to 07:00 Week 6 off 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? Days based opportunity. 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
£45000 - 50000 per year Overtime
Ledbury
Role – Maintenance Engineer Salary – up to £50,000 (+overtime) Location – Herefordshire / Gloucestershire Shift Pattern – 3 Shifts Pattern Benefits – Good Pension Contribution, Excellent Training, Private Healthcare The Company A well established and reputable business who boasts some of the state-of-the-art machinery and is seen as a market leader within their industry. With significant growth and a healthy growing order book and turnover, along with yearly Capex expenditure for new production lines and continuous improvements, they offer incredible stability and security within the industry. Additionally, they offers fantastic training opportunities for their Engineers and a have good relationships with OEMs and local colleges where Engineers are sent for Mechanical, Electrical and Health & Safety Training. They are looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer who is looking to make an instant impact on a site and contribute to the growth of the business through hard work, commitment and dedication. The Role Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Maintenance Engineer will include: Working as part of a team of engineers, responsible for the planned and reactive maintenance and service of all the state-of-the-art kit on site, as well as continuous improvement tasks. Working on Three Phase Motors, working in panels with sensors, relays, contactors, invertors, fuses, power supplies, breakers, switches Reading through electrical schematics, utilizing electrical test equipment such as multi-meters and fault finding on panels. Mechanically – replacing worn out parts on the conveyors which will include rollers, bearings and pulleys. Also working on Gearboxes, Shafts, Belts, Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems Swapping both electrical and mechanical components like for like with the odd strip and rebuild project, Working with latest technology working with a CMMS utilising the tablet-based PPM and reactive work The Person To be successful in your application for a Maintenance Engineer you will need, but not limited to; A Recognised Engineering Qualification Maintenance experience within an industrial environment including FMCG, Food/Beverage, Manufacturing, Packaging and/or Utilities. Electrical and Mechanical Fault-Finding skills, looking at Root Cause Analysis PLC experience would be advantageous but not mandatory. Able to work alone as well within a team and help support colleagues on shift The Benefits As a Maintenance Engineer, you should expect: You will be joining a highly successful £multi-million company who can offer a massive amount of stability and security. Opportunity for progression both technically and working your way up the man management if you want it. Excellent Training programme, putting your interests at the heart of your progression Fantastic salary and benefits package. Overtime opportunities Good Pension Contribution Private health care which can cover family 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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Engineering Manager
£65000 - 80000 per year Medical + Pension
Greater Manchester
Engineering Manager £65,000-£80,000 + Medical + Pension Based in Manchester The Company: ATA Recruitment are working with a well established FMCG manufacturer in Greater Manchester. This business has invested heavily in the plant on automation upgrades, new production lines for a new product launch, and factory extensions for increased capacity. This company have incredible staff retention and pride themselves on being an inclusive employer that people enjoy working for. The Role: The engineering manager will lead and manage a small but experienced maintenance department Electrical and mechanical fault finding on complex machinery faults when required Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to reduce machine down time Manage CAPEX projects, including equipment installations, plant upgrades, and expansions. Ensure compliance with food safety, BRC, health & safety, and environmental regulations. Prepare and manage departmental budgets, ensuring cost-effective resource utilisation. Purchase machine parts, orgaise stores Manage contractors and prepare RAMS Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and high performance within the engineering team. Required Skills & Qualifications: You could be an experienced engineering manager looking for a new challenge or perhaps a shift engineering manager for a larger business looking for that next step in your career Qualified Electrical Engineer PLC knowledge Experience in a leadership role within food / FMCG manufacturing. Proven experience in CAPEX project management and budget control. A collaborative and flexible approach is essential. Benefits: Private Medical Contributory Pension Scheme 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays. Opportunity to lead engineering strategy in a growing organisation. Collaborative work environment with cross-functional exposure. To apply for this Engineering Manager position, please follow the online instructions or send a CV to Andrew.baiirstow@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. 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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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