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Multi-skilled shift engineer

Ashford (Kent)
Coty
Shift engineer
Posted: 11 May
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THE ROLE

OPTIMIZE, ENABLE, INNOVATE!

As our Multiskilled Engineer you play a critical role in maintaining and improving automation and control systems to support operational excellence and continuous improvement across the site.

You will report to the Engineering Manager and manage:

Control systems reliability & performance

1. Ensure availability and reliability of automation and control systems across production lines
2. Troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues
3. Maintain and optimize PLCs, and industrial control systems
4. Support production teams in minimizing downtime and improving performance
5. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and GMP standards

Continuous improvement & optimization

6. Identify and implement improvements to increase efficiency and reduce losses
7. Drive automation upgrades and system modernization initiatives
8. Optimize control strategies and process parameters
9. Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
10. Contribute to plant performance and productivity improvement projects

Projects & cross-functional collaboration

11. Lead or support control systems projects and new installations
12. Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering teams
13. Manage external suppliers and system integrators when needed
14. Ensure proper documentation and adherence to system standards
15. Support knowledge sharing and capability building within the team

YOU ARE A COTY FIT

As a technically strong and solution‑oriented engineer, you thrive in a fast‑paced industrial environment and enjoy solving complex operational challenges.

You are:

16. Analytical and problem-solving oriented
17. Hands-on and shopfloor-driven
18. Proactive and collaborative

Hard skills

19. Degree in Engineering or similar field. Desirable knowledge in Automation.
20. Proven experience in electrical and industrial control systems and automation
21. Experience in manufacturing or FMCG environments
22. Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies
23. Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
24. Project management and stakeholder collaboration capabilities
25. Fluent English

OUR BENEFITS

As our Multiskilled shift Engineer, some of the benefits you will receive are:

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + a day off for your birthday

Pension Scheme with 8% employer contribution (subject to enrolment)

Life Assurance Program (8x your salary)

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