Automation Support Engineer

We’re looking for an Automation Support Engineer to join our Butter Plant in Market Drayton. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of site automation, solve technical challenges and deliver improvements that make a real difference to manufacturing performance.

You’ll provide specialist automation support across the site, lead smaller automation projects and work closely with engineering and production teams to improve the reliability, efficiency and capability of our systems.

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off, Days Only - 07:00am to 19:00pm

What you’ll be doing

• Provide reactive support for automation issues, using structured problem-solving to identify and resolve faults.
• Take ownership of smaller automation CAPEX projects from concept through to delivery.
• Support larger site and centrally delivered projects with automation requirements.
• Maintain automation and electrical software, documentation and version control.
• Ensure projects and improvement activities meet group electrical and automation standards.
• Own and develop the site Obsolescence and Improvement Plan, covering controls including VSDs, servo drives and instrumentation.
• Analyse automation and performance data to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and operability.
• Provide specialist automation expertise to engineering and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage panel risk assessments, health checks and associated improvement actions.
• Work closely with the Automation Development team to help shape and improve automation standards.
• Share your knowledge through practical, on-the-job coaching and support.

You’ll be an experienced automation or controls professional who enjoys problem-solving and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideally, you’ll have:

• Strong PLC and automation experience.
• Good electrical knowledge and fault-finding skills.
• Experience working in an Automation, Controls or similar Engineering role.
• The ability to independently manage technical projects and improvements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good IT skills and confidence working with automation systems and data.
• Experience within FMCG or manufacturing would be an advantage., If you’re an experienced automation professional looking for a role where you can take ownership, solve complex problems and drive real improvements across a busy manufacturing site, we’d love to hear from you.

Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll receive:

• Up to 10% annual bonus
• Healthcare cover
• Pension scheme
• 4x life assurance
• Paid lunch breaks
• Access to the Müller Rewards platform, with discounts across a range of retailers
• Long-term career development opportunities
• Secure on-site parking
• A supportive working environment