Food Manufacturing Project Engineer: Lead Plant Upgrades

Manpower 2Sisters; Newport; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Project Engineer for their site in Rogerstone. In this role, you will lead investment projects to enhance food processing operations, including managing supplier activities and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing and project management, with excellent opportunities for career advancement. Join a company that emphasizes internal growth and offers comprehensive support programs.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

50% discount for friends and family at select restaurants

Cycle2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Background in manufacturing environments.
• Experience in managing projects.
• Comfortable driving continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering projects such as installations and site upgrades.
• Manage project governance: meetings, documentation, procurement, and timelines.
• Coordinate supplier activities including hygiene, FAT / SAT, and PUWUR.
• Raise CAPEX paperwork and manage supplier quotes.
• Oversee contractors, permits, and site safety compliance.
• Build strong relationships with operations managers and production teams.

Skills

Proficient in MS Office

Knowledge of engineering lifecycle and maintenance practices

Knowledge of project management tools such as PRINCE2

Job description

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Project Engineer for their site in Rogerstone. In this role, you will lead investment projects to enhance food processing operations, including managing supplier activities and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing and project management, with excellent opportunities for career advancement. Join a company that emphasizes internal growth and offers comprehensive support programs.