Automation Engineer | Thg

THG; Tywyn; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global ecommerce group in Tywyn, Wales is looking for a skilled Automation Engineer to support their new automated factory. This role focuses on programming and testing automated machinery, performing maintenance, and providing technical guidance. The ideal candidate will have experience in FMCG, a degree in engineering, and proficiency in PLC programming, SQL, Python, and Java. A competitive salary between £55,000 and £70,000 is offered depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in working within an FMCG business with automated machinery.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance on automated machinery.
• Perform repairs and troubleshooting exercises.
• Implement improvements with evident results and savings.

Skills

PLC programming

SQL

Python

Java

Strong analytical skills

Education

Degree in Engineering, Automation, or a related field

Job description

About THG

We are THG, a global ecommerce group on a mission to be the global online leader in beauty and sports nutrition.

Our portfolio of leading retailers and brands such as LOOKFANTASTIC, Myprotein, ESPA, Perricone MD, and Cult Beauty form our two core businesses: THG Beauty and THG Nutrition.

From Manchester to New York, we're powered by a team of over 2500 people who work together, lead by example, and think BIG.

With us, you'll go further, faster. What are you waiting for?

Automation Engineer | Brighter Foods X THG Manufacturing

Shift: Monday to 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 PLCs 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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