Electrical Assembly Technician

Proseal UK Limited; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Proseal UK Limited in Adlington near Macclesfield is seeking an experienced Electrical Assembly Technician. This full-time, 39-hour-per-week role covers electrical assembly, testing, commissioning and on-site support for tray sealing machinery, collaborating with Engineering and Production to deliver high-quality equipment worldwide.

Your duties include wiring control panels, installing PLC and HMI programs, QA testing, machine validation and on-site commissioning, plus training customers.

Qualifications

• Time-served Electrician with industrial control wiring experience.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
• Experience with PLC-controlled machinery and wiring diagrams.
• Full UK Driving Licence and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Electrical assembly of control panels and machine wiring from schematics.
• Install PLC and HMI programs onto machinery and equipment.
• Testing, earth continuity, insulation and pre-delivery checks.
• Support on-site commissioning and customer training.
• Provide remote and on-site breakdown support as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality standards and housekeeping.

Skills

Time served

Electrical wiring

Fault finding

Reading schematics

Teamwork

Communication

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Time-served Electrician

Tools

PLC programming

HMI programming

Servo drives

AC inverters

Job description

Electrical Assembly Technician - Adlington, Macclesfield, Cheshire UK - Full-time (39 hours per week, Monday-Friday)

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Electrical Assembly Technician to join our Production team in Adlington. This is a hands-on role responsible for the electrical assembly, testing, commissioning, and support of our industry-leading tray sealing machinery. Working closely with Engineering and Production teams, you will ensure our equipment is built to the highest standards, tested rigorously, and delivered ready to perform in customer environments worldwide.

What You'll Be Doing

• Electrical Assembly & Installation Wire control panel backplates, doors, and associated equipment from electrical schematics and panel layouts
• Carry out electro-mechanical installation of control cubicle and machine-mounted components
• Terminate and secure external cabling within control panels and machine systems
• Install PLC and HMI programs onto machinery and equipment
• Testing & Quality Assurance Ensure all electrical work meets the highest standards of quality and workmanship
• Perform earth continuity, insulation, and pre-delivery testing
• Support machine validation and sign-off processes prior to customer shipment
• Commissioning & Customer Support Support on-site machine commissioning activities where required
• Provide remote and on-site support to assist with breakdowns and technical issues
• Deliver operator and technical training at customer sites and within Proseal facilities
• Participate in on-call and service support activities as part of the service rota
• Health, Safety & Housekeeping Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Follow all electrical safety and company procedures
• Support a positive Health & Safety culture throughout the business
• Work flexibly when required, including occasional travel within the UK and overseas

What You'll Bring

• Essential Time-served Electrician with experience in industrial control system wiring and fault finding
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification
• Experience working with PLC-controlled machinery
• Experience with servo drive systems and AC inverters
• Strong ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding skills
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Desirable Experience within the food processing or packaging industry
• Previous experience commissioning automated machinery
• Customer-facing engineering or service experience

About JBT Marel - Shape the Future of Food

JBT Marel is a leading global technology solutions provider to the food processing and air transportation industries, with a presence in over 100 countries worldwide. We are growing both organically and through acquisition, and we are always looking for talented individuals who want to grow with us. Within JBT Marel, Proseal UK Ltd designs and manufactures high-quality tray sealing and conveying systems for the food industry. With over 20 years of success, Proseal has become a recognised global leader, with manufacturing facilities in the UK, North America, and Australia, and a strong international presence.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an experienced Electrical Assembly Technician looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

At JBT Marel, we're transforming the future of food through technology, innovation, and collaboration. Our work helps make the global food system more sustainable - and it's powered by thousands of talented people around the world. We value collaboration, integrity, innovation, and continuous growth - and we believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives working together. If you're looking for meaningful work and the chance to make a real impact, explore opportunities at JBT Marel and get ready to transform the future of food.