Automation Engineer | THG

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Automation Engineer | Brighter Foods X THG Manufacturing

Shift: Monday:Friday, 37.5 hours (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

Location: Tywyn, Wales

Salary: £55,000 -70,000 (depending on experience)

Reporting to: Engineering Manager

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join our team at Brighter Foods X THG Manufacturing. This role will be responsible for our new automated factory and will design, programme and test the automated machinery to be able to complete exact tasks.

You will have the ability to interrogate PLC’s to fault find. Work on and improve line logic within the process. This role also requires developing others within the team to meet the business needs of a 24/7 production site.

Whilst a Monday to Friday role there will be a level of out of hours support. A strong electrical background is required to assist in some day to day electrical breakdowns and faults.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform regular maintenance on automated machinery.
  • Perform repairs and troubleshooting exercises.
  • Work on custom automated solutions.
  • Implement improvements with evident results, efficiencies and savings.
  • Programme and configure new equipment into existing systems.
  • Provide technical direction and training to support the rest of the team.
  • Ensure safety within the environment.
  • PLC and electrical fault finding.
  • Work with OEM’s to improve current programs.

    • What we are looking for:

  • Experience in working within an FMCG business, with automated machinery.
  • Degree in Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in PLC programming, SQL, Python, and Java
  • Project management experience preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

    • If you’re passionate about automation, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you!

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    THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

    Because of the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application we receive within 14 days. If you haven't heard from us within that time frame or should you have any specific questions about this or other applications for positions at THG please contact one of our Talent team to discuss further.

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    Location:
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    Job Type:
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