Overview

Why Greencore?

We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make everyday taste better. We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer with 13,300 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots. We supply the UK's food retailers with products from sandwiches and soups to sushi, cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY24 we generated revenues of 1.8bn. Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network comprises 17 depots nationwide, enabling over 10,500 daily deliveries of our own and third-party produce. Location is flexible as you will be covering multiple sites across Greencore.

What You'll Be Doing

• Identify, design, and deliver automation projects that enhance efficiency, reduce labour dependency, and meet ROI criteria.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external experts to shape the future of operations through smart, scalable automation.
• Develop comprehensive User Requirement Specifications (URS) and Capital Request documentation.
• Scope and design optimal end-of-line automation solutions with internal stakeholders and external specialists.
• Maintain a network of key automation and equipment suppliers.
• Create bespoke automation solutions in collaboration with strategic partners.
• Ensure all designs align with Group standards and automation strategy.
• Support project handovers to the Capital Projects Team and future deployments.
• Maintain a pipeline of automation initiatives to drive continuous improvement.
• Assist in mapping the factory of the future.
• Collaborate with Procurement and Opex teams to identify benefits and secure funding.
• Provide regular updates through supplier visit reports, trade show insights, and monthly reviews.
• Deliver high-impact automation projects with measurable ROI and engage site SLTs and cross-functional teams.
• Foster effective supplier relationships and implement solutions, driving continuous improvement and innovation across multiple sites.

What We're Looking For

• Degree-level education or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 3+ years' experience in automation, specifically in end-of-line packing and palletising.
• Deep understanding of engineering design, manufacturing techniques, and turnkey equipment suppliers.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to assess cost-effectiveness.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety compliance for new equipment.
• Experience influencing senior leadership and driving change.
• CAD software proficiency (preferred).
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and Project tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively across all levels of the factory environment.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and job-related benefits
• Holidays
• Pension up to 8% matched
• Life insurance up to 4x salary
• Company share save scheme
• Greencore Qualifications
• Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
• Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform
• Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies
• PMI spouse cover
• Car allowance
• Bonus

Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.

If you're passionate about automation and want to make a tangible impact, we'd love to hear from you.