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Job Title: Electrical Controls Support EngineerLocation: Buckinghamshire – commutable from M1, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire and surrounding areasON-SITE ROLE, Monday to Friday days 38-hour weekJob Reward: £60k - £65k  Target, but applicants considered on expectation and future fitClient: Global Category Leader in FMCG Manufacturing Are you ready to take ownership of electrical and automation systems on an established, high-performing manufacturing site?This is a newly created, career opportunity for an experienced Electrical  Engineer with PLC controls & automation  bias, an automation support role to the factory, onsite, visible, accessible, supportive. To become the site’s technical authority for PLC maintenance support. You will drive electrical controls standards, safety, and innovation across all electrical and control systems.You could be an aspiring PLC-based controls technician? Or an established PLC Automation Engineer that enjoys supporting the operational performance of a factory.You’ll also play a pivotal role in maintaining and supporting reliability, developing automation capabilities, and coaching a skilled multi-skilled engineering team — all within a well-invested, forward-thinking production environment.Duties & Responsibilities – Electrical Controls Support Engineer - Days role Acting as the site’s Electrical Duty Holder, ensuring compliance with statutory electrical standardsLeading PLC and control system development, programming, and fault-finding, for various Siemens, Allen Bradley or Mitsubishi relatedDriving continuous improvement and standardisation of electrical and control systemsCreating and maintaining a technical documentation library for electrical distribution and automation assetsCoaching and mentoring engineers in electrical fault-finding and controlsLeading and supporting automation and electrical improvement projects from concept to completion Role Requirements - Electrical Controls Support Engineer -  Days role Time-served apprenticeship with HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (Degree desirable).Strong electrical knowledge and ideally 18th Edition certification.Hands-on experience with a variety of PLC and automation systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar)High-level diagnostics to modification through to programmingProven ability to diagnose, program, and optimise control systems in a manufacturing or process environmentA proactive engineer with a passion for compliance, improvement, and team development What’s On Offer - Site Electrical & Controls Engineer -  Days role A newly created role with real technical influence and autonomy to support automation Opportunity to shape electrical and controls strategy across the siteExcellent package including competitive salary, pension, and benefitsOngoing investment in training, technology, and site development Join a business that values expertise, encourages innovation, and invests in automation engineering excellence.Take the lead in ensuring electrical safety, reliability, and automation performance at a modern, growing UK site.To apply, please send your CV or contact Mike Butler at Omega Resource Group on [email protected] or phone 01132123519.Candidates who are a Lead Electrical Engineer, Controls & Automation Engineer, Electrical PLC Engineer, Compliance Engineer, PLC & Automation Engineer, Electrical Projects Engineer, Electrical Systems Engineer, Automation Controls Specialist, Electrical Maintenance & Controls Engineer, Electrical Design & Controls Engineer, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer (I&C Engineer) will also have the relevant skills and background for this role.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Job Title: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Day shifts Location: Wetherby, Knaresborough area and A1 proximity NO NIGHTS – do you want to come off shifts involving nights? Pay Range: £47,500- £50,000 Contract Type: Permanent Industry: Consumer FMCG Manufacturer Our client is a large multi-site manufacturer with a global footprint. It is an established site. Training, development, and support is provided on a manufacturing site. You will help the site make high-quality manufactured products. This market leading employer will welcome and encourage your new ideas, and you will be rewarded with the opportunity to learn and grow, achieving your career aspirations. Site investment and expansion continues.Key Responsibilities – Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Day-shifts Your new challenge will be providing effective and efficient planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance to minimise losses to productionEnsure the continuous running of the production process by eliminating downtime through a safe and logical approach to fault finding and maintenance of equipmentPlanned and reactive maintenance to keep downtime to a minimumYou'll work with conveyor systems, PLC systems, motors and controlsLeading electrical and instrumentation, repair, and working with a CMMSDiagnosis, resolution, and elimination of root causesImplementation of minor equipment modifications in support of increased performanceCompletion of all scheduled, planned corrective, reactive and improvement maintenance as allocatedContribute to the planning and implementation of allocated annual equipment overhauls. Qualifications & Requirements – Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Day-shifts Apprentice trained or NVQ level 3 in an electrical engineering discipline in maintenance engineeringManufacturing Industry experience, heavy, medium or FMCG environments consideredRoutine Preventative Maintenance so an understanding of a PPM scheduleFinding and fixing faults quickly and effectivelyBasic welding and fabrication skills advantageousFitting, Fabricating and Welding experience preferredA proactive approach to fault finding, a commitment to continuous improvement and personal development What we can offer – Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Day shifts Work at an award-winning siteAutomated facilityOpportunity for overtimeCompetitive pensionHealth cash planReward and Recognition schemesEmployee Discount and retailer bonus up to £2kLife Assurance For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on 0113 2123519 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] who are currently a multi-skilled engineer, electrical  engineer, days engineer, electrical technician manufacturing engineer, maintenance engineer, electrician  Fitter, electrical fitter, maintenance engineer, shift engineer, Technician,  or maintenance engineer may be suitable for this position.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

  Job Role: Engineering Project LeaderClient: Global FMCG ManufacturerReporting to: Head of EngineeringLocation: Regional, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire & Buckinghamshire areasClient: Category Market leader in FMCG ManufacturingReward: £65-75k target plus £6-9k car benefit plus BonusOnsite Monday-Friday days based, some hybrid with travelFactory/Plant Process working environment Are you a Senior Project Engineer / Engineering Manager with strong Project Management skills in CAPEX? Ready to lead projects, engineering standards, capital projects and engineering operational excellence? Can you lead and ENGAGE with impact and a world-class engineering toolbox? Are you an engineering Subject Matter Expert for projects in a manufacturing environment?Role Responsibilities - Engineering Project Leader  Manage the planning and implementation of capital and revenue projects, covering factory equipment, process, packing lines, site services, process engineering, as well as construction design managementDriving line installations and BAU engineering projectsPlan, execute and lead project activities for feasibility studies, equipment specifications, supplier selections, equipment commissioning and validation within demanding time-scalesReporting directly to the Project Engineering Manager, you will have complete autonomy to deliver pragmatic, value-engineered projects to cost and time specificationsYou will coach, mentor, and develop your multi-functional teams of engineers and designers/contractors to ensure the successful delivery of projectsThe projects will cover factory equipment, including packaging, processing, and site activitiesEngineering Compliance Champion: Ensure all engineering activities meet industry standardsYou will lead engineering and production teams during equipment installation and start-up, supplier selection, feasibility and justification analysis, and equipment commissioningLiaise with departments cross-functionally to ascertain requirements and define project scopesPreparing specifications/briefs which will go to external suppliers for tenderManaging tender processes, including supplier selection exercisesManaging external suppliers throughout the project lifecycleLead, monitor and review projects internally across departmentsCo-ordinating all contractors in accordance with our policies Qualifications & Requirements - Engineering project Leader  Mechanical or Electrical Engineering backgrounds will be considered, ideally in a regulated environment, from high FMCG volume manufacturingExperience developing technical engineering solutions in automated environmentsAn experienced Project Engineer from FMCG manufacturing, food preferredIdeally, A degree in Engineering or time served Engineering qualifications with a further education qualification in project managementHigh level of IT literacy (and ideally fully conversant with MS Project)Proven Leadership and senior stakeholder management: Significant experience in a senior engineering management role within the manufacturing FMCG-related sectorThis could include Food, Drink, Pharma and related consumer goods manufacturing, encompassing process and packagingMechanical/electrical qualification or equivalent, ideally a degree, even better if you are chartered!5+ years of Engineering leadership experience; with exposure to FMCG environments idealExcellent People leadership skills to motivate, lead and drive projects What's on Offer - Engineering Project Leader Competitive salaryControl and exposure to budgetsStrategic planning and capital expenditure deliveryImpactful Work: Play a key role in the company's success and make a tangible differenceCollaborative Environment: Be part of a team that values innovation and creativityIf you're a career interim or a senior engineering capital projects leader becoming available and is a strategic thinker, a natural, inclusive people leader, with a passion for driving engineering projects and maintenance excellence, we want to hear from you! For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on 0113 2123519 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] who are currently an Engineering Manager, senior project engineer, Engineering project manager, production engineer, CAPEX Manager, Mechanical or packaging project engineer may be suitable for this position.Suitable for FMCG, process, Manufacturing, Health& Hygiene,  food and drink Industries. Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Commercial & Supply Chain CoordinatorSwindon£37,500–£42,500 DOEPermanentMy client is a global leader within the automation and packing industry who offer end to end manufacturing solutions to their clientsThey are now on the lookout for a Supply Chain Coordinator to join their team based in Swindon.Key Responsibilities – Commercial & Supply Chain Coordinator Run the material requirements planning (MRP) system, placing purchase and subcontract orders, and ensuring orders are confirmed at agreed costs and lead times.Maintain accurate inventory records in SAP, identifying and resolving discrepancies.Control material stock levels to meet customer demand while optimising inventory and stock turns.Support the delivery of all required reports, analysis, and supporting documentation for the Materials business unit.Support with basic quotation and cost-gathering activities.Oversee the import process and maintain compliance.Process complaints and manage corrective actions – Ensuring incurred cost are recovered from suppliers.Create and maintain material master data in SAP, including specifications, units of measure, net weights, and MRP data Qualifications & Experience – Commercial & Supply Chain Coordinator Optimising order quantities to achieve the next price break.Verifying that PO pricing matches quoted rates and is linked to an RFQ.Confirming that new business delivers the expected gross margin percentage.Producing a monthly report of underperforming SKUs and implementing actions to improve margin.Review material stock levels to ensure customer demand is met while optimising inventory and stock turns.Maximise gross margin by maintaining accurate supplier and customer price lists in SAP.Liaise with suppliers and service providers as required.Enable efficient and accurate reporting where needed.Create and maintain supplier purchase orders and resolve related queries.Optimise supplier, company and customer inventory.Support delivery of departmental commercial budgets and objectives.Maintain a sound understanding of the Materials Business Unit budgets and deliverables.Be proficient in Excel.Support the processing of supplier quality complaints.Accurately and methodically create material bills of materials (BOMs).Ensure compliance with import processes.Ensure compliance with Plastic Packaging Tax requirements.Organise and monitor subcontract processing On Offer – Commercial & Supply Chain Coordinator £37,500–£42,500 DOEMonday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, with a 1 hour unpaid lunch breakCompany pays annual bonusBUPA Private health coverDouble matched pension of up to 16% employer contribution (If you pay in 8%, they will pay in 16%, making total contribution 24%)25 days annual leave + bank holidays For more information on this role, please contact Harry Waller on 01453 829778 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors.For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.