Manufacturing Engineer

Sofina Foods Europe; Armagh; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofina Foods Europe is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support electrical maintenance, reliability and regulatory compliance across a busy site in Armagh. The role combines planned maintenance, fault finding and continuous improvement within a rotating shift pattern.

You'll work with engineering and production teams, contractors and safety processes to maximise equipment availability, maintain documentation and drive safety and performance improvements.

Qualifications

• Requires Level 7 Electrical qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong fault finding on electrical control systems and PLCs.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance and engineering compliance.
• Understanding Health & Safety standards and safe systems of work.
• Excellent organisation and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts and adapt to business needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of planned and reactive electrical maintenance activities across site.
• Ensure compliance with electrical regulations, engineering standards and Health & Safety requirements.
• Carry out fault finding and repairs on electrical, PLC and control systems.
• Undertake preventative maintenance, inspection, testing and commissioning activities.
• Support maintenance planning and scheduling to maximise equipment availability.
• Manage contractor activities, including inductions, permits and compliance processes.
• Maintain engineering documentation, audit records and statutory compliance information.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, reliability and performance.
• Identify and implement opportunities to upgrade obsolete equipment and technology.
• Contribute to KPI reporting and performance improvement activities.
• Assist with mechanical maintenance activities where required.
• Promote a strong safety culture and support site compliance through audits and inspections.

Skills

Electrical

Maintenance planning

Fault finding

Regulatory compliance

PLC control

Health & Safety

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional

Education

Level 7 Electrical qualification

Tools

Electrical control systems

Job description

Keep Manufacturing Running Safely, Reliably and Efficiently

Role Overview

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll play a vital role in supporting both Engineering and Production teams, helping to ensure equipment reliability, electrical compliance and operational performance across a busy manufacturing environment.

This is a hands‑on role combining planned maintenance, fault finding, continuous improvement and regulatory compliance. Working as part of a rotating shift pattern, you'll support day‑to‑day operations while helping to drive improvements in safety, reliability and efficiency across the site.

You'll work closely with colleagues and contractors to maintain critical equipment, resolve issues quickly and ensure engineering standards are consistently achieved.

Rotating shift pattern

Week 1 - 0500 - 1330

Week 2 - 0600 – 1430

Week 3 - 1430 - 2300

Week 4 - 1430 - 2300

Key Duties

You will:

• Support the delivery of planned and reactive electrical maintenance activities across site.
• Ensure compliance with electrical regulations, engineering standards and Health & Safety requirements.
• Carry out fault finding and repairs on electrical, PLC and control systems.
• Undertake preventative maintenance, inspection, testing and commissioning activities.
• Support maintenance planning and scheduling to maximise equipment availability.
• Manage contractor activities, including inductions, permits and compliance processes.
• Maintain engineering documentation, audit records and statutory compliance information.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, reliability and performance.
• Identify and implement opportunities to upgrade obsolete equipment and technology.
• Contribute to KPI reporting and performance improvement activities.
• Assist with mechanical maintenance activities where required.
• Promote a strong safety culture and support site compliance through audits and inspections.

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a skilled electrical engineering professional who enjoys problem‑solving and takes pride in maintaining high engineering standards within a manufacturing environment.

You will have:

• A Level 7 Electrical qualification or equivalent.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong fault‑finding experience across electrical control systems, PLCs and production equipment.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices and engineering compliance requirements.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety standards and safe systems of work.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across functions.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and problem solving.
• The flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern and support additional business requirements when needed.
• A strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high standards.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast‑paced manufacturing operation where you'll have the chance to work with a wide range of equipment and technologies while developing your engineering expertise.

You’ll be part of a supportive team focused on safety, reliability and continuous improvement, with opportunities to contribute to projects that make a real difference to site performance. As part of a growing international business, you’ll also benefit from ongoing development and career progression opportunities.

About Sofina

Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact.

With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe.

At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.

Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation