Mechanical Engineer – Automated Packaging Machinery Location: Heywood, Greater Manchester Salary: Up to £45,000 (depending on experience) Hours: 36-hour week, Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime We’re working with a well-established UK manufacturer of automated packaging equipment, recognised for designing and producing bespoke denesting and feeding systems for a wide range of production environments. As the business continues to grow, they’re looking to strengthen their engineering team with a hands-on Mechanical Engineer based at their site in Heywood. This is a workshop-based role offering real variety — from machine assembly and testing to servicing and installation — where you’ll play an active part in building high-quality, innovative machinery used by leading packaging manufacturers across the UK and beyond. Key Responsibilities: • Build, assemble, and test automated packaging machinery within the workshop • Support with overhauls, fault-finding, and mechanical rebuilds • Carry out occasional site work for installations, testing, and service visits • Work closely with production and design teams to ensure machines meet quality and performance standards • Provide guidance and mentorship to the company’s engineering apprentice What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience in mechanical assembly, build, or maintenance of machin...