The Sterling Choice

About the Company

Global food and beverage recruitment - that’s what we do.

We've been matching employers and candidates on shared values and vision since 2013, working with some of the world's leading food and beverage companies.

Finding and securing talent from entry-level to the board room across all disciplines including Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, Food Safety, HR, Sales & Marketing and Finance.

We don't just fill jobs, we pride ourselves on sourcing the talent that you need based on skills, experience, behavior and values.

90% of the roles we've been briefed on are filled
We reduce time-to-hire by 70% on average
The average length of time candidates remain in their role is 3 years
We work at PACE

When candidates and clients have good synergy, great things happen, that's why we are known as The Sterling Choice.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

The Sterling Choice

Job Title

Automation Engineer

Job Description

Automation Engineer
Manchester
FMCG Manufacturing

A local manufacturer is on the lookout for an Automation Engineer with a solid background in electrical, controls, and instrumentation to join their team.


Overview of the Automation Engineer Job:
Designing and implementing automation solutions to improve production efficiency.
Diagnosing and resolving faults on PLCs, SCADA systems, and control panels.
Supporting electrical and instrumentation projects from concept to completion.
Ensuring compliance with health & safety and industry regulations.


Requirements for the Automation Engineer:
Experience working in an FMCG or manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of PLC programming, control systems, and electrical troubleshooting.
Hands-on experience with instrumentation and process control.
A problem-solver with a proactive mindset and attention to detail.


If you’re interested in this opportunity and your CV is ready then hit the apply button and expect to hear from me soon. Alternatively, if you’re CV isn’t ready or you just want a quick chat about the role then give me (Gianni) a call on our company number.

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Manchester, United Kingdom

On site

14-03-2025