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
£39000 - 40000 per year Overtime (1.5x, 2x) OTE of £50k + Days
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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Maintenance Engineer
£53200 - 53200 per year profit related pay, private healtchare, 7% pension and more!
Melton Mowbray
Maintenance Engineer, £53,200, profit related pay with bonus increasing year by year, 7% pension contribution, internal training, external qualification training. Shift – 4 on 4 off (days and 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 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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Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer
£33 - 35 per hour Outside IR35
Evesham
Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer Location: Commutable from Evesham, Cheltenham, Worcester Contract: 3-Month Rolling Contract Shifts: 4 on 4 off – 12hr Days or 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 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 or days 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 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
£50108 - 50108 per year profit related pay, private healtchare, 7% pension and more!
Worksop
Maintenance Engineer, Manton Wood, £50,108, profit related pay, 7% pension, + overtime 2x Shift – Panama Days (06:00-18:00) 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. • Taking ownership of looking after the workshop. • 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 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
£50000 - 55000 per year
Didcot
Role – Maintenance Engineer Salary – £55,000 Location – Didcot, Oxfordshire Shift Pattern – Panama Days Only Benefits – PLC Training, Good Pension Contribution, Excellent Training, Private Healthcare The Company A well established and reputable manufacturer who boasts some of the state-of-the-art machinery and automation and is known as a market leader within their industry. With significant growth and a healthy growing order book, increasing turnover and yearly Capex expenditure for continuous improvements, they offer incredible stability and security within the industry. Additionally, the business offers fantastic training opportunities for their Engineers, including yearly budget allocations for engineers’ development, OEMs regularly being called to site for detailed training and good relationships with local colleges where engineers are sent for Mechanical, Electrical and Health & Safety Training. They are looking for a 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 unique equipment and machines on site, as well as continuous improvement tasks. Perform maintenance tasks throughout the plant, both electrically & mechanically and carry out breakdown repairs, and perform change overs on production lines for different products and setting the line once changed over. Working on various Drives, Three Phase Motors, and working in panels with sensors, relays, contactors, inverters, 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 system. The Maintenance Engineer 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, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Automation, Heavy Industrial and Engineering Electrical or Mechanical Fault-Finding skills, looking at Root Cause Analysis Able to work well alone and as part of a team and help support colleagues when on shift 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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Industrial Engineer
£35 - 35 per hour
Evesham
Industrial 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 We’re looking for an experienced Industrial/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 Requirements: 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 Industrial/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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Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
£49000 - 50000 per year 10% Pension + Share Scheme + Training and Progression
Barnsley
Multi - Skilled Maintenance Engineer Job Role – Multi - Skilled Maintenance Engineer £50,000 + Overtime (1.5x) + 10% Pension + Progression into Senior Roles + Funded Training Courses + Company Share Scheme + Great Annual Leave Scheme and Many More Benefits! Shifts – Panama Days and Nights Location – Barnsley The Company Our client is giving you the chance, as a multi-skilled maintenance engineer, to work for a leading firm that supply to the retail industry! As a multi-skilled maintenance engineer, you will be working for a company that invests high level of profit back into the company and supported by meaning enrolled into the company’s training matrix. The Role As a multi – skilled maintenance engineer, you will be conducting planned and reactive maintenance on a range of different machinery including slicers, cookers and vacuums etc Requirements As a multi – skilled maintenance engineer it is required that you: • Have an NVQ level 3 qualification or equivalent in either mechanical or electrical engineering • Have experience fault finding both mechanically and electrically • Come from previous manufacturing background Benefits As a multi-skilled maintenance engineer, you will receive the following benefits: Progression into senior roles available! Overtime available – perfect for engineers who are looking to boost their earning potential! Great training opportunities – loads of courses available! Attractive salary and pension scheme! Company share scheme! If you are a multi-skilled maintenance engineer and are interested in the vacancy, then please contact me via email max.carling@ata-recruitment.co.uk to discuss the role in further detail 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
£56087 - 56087 per year
Leicester
Maintenance Engineer Panama NIGHT shift only £56,087 Yearly pay reviews 7% Matched Pension Private medical healthcare Profit related pay I’m looking for a skilled maintenance engineer to join a killed team at a busy factory! As a maintenance engineer, you'll be responsible for ensuring that all of the electrical and mechanical machinery is running smoothly and efficiently, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity. My client is a large multi-sited production company that boasts a turnover of over £1bn and has plans to grow even bigger over the next few years. This is fantastic opportunity to join a motivated team of maintenance engineers who all support each other on a day-to-day basis. In this role, you'll be responsible for: Conducting routine maintenance on machinery to prevent breakdowns Responding to machinery breakdowns in a timely manner Diagnosing and repairing faults in electrical and mechanical systems Installing new machinery and equipment when necessary Adhering to health and safety regulations at all times The ideal maintenance engineer will have: A level 3 engineering qualification Experience within a maintenance role A strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems Excellent problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to work The ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team In return, our client offers a competitive salary, opportunities for career development, and the chance to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. If you're a skilled maintenance engineer looking for a new challenge, apply today! If you’re interested in this role please apply online, send your CV to andy.crewe@ata-recruitment.co.uk By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. REF: 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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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