Automation Support Engineer

At Müller Milk & Ingredients, we are committed to developing our systems and our people to improve site automation performance. We are now looking for an experienced Automation Support Engineer to join our Bellshill site, playing a key role in delivering effective, reliable automation systems that create real value across the business. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with continuous improvement, coaching, and collaboration with our central automation teams. Your Key Responsibilities

• Provide reactive support for automation issues, following clear escalation routes
• Apply structured problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and deliver sustainable solutions
• Support and deliver minor automation Capex projects across the full lifecycle
• Contribute to site projects that include automation elements
• Facilitate site activities for centrally delivered automation and Capex projects
Systems, Standards & Performance
• Maintain and manage automation and electrical systems, including software and version control
• Ensure compliance with Müller group automation and electrical standards
• Work closely with the central Automation Development team to support standardisation and continuous improvement
• Own and manage site-level automation obsolescence plans, ensuring alignment with group strategies
• Lead panel risk assessments, site health checks, and follow-up improvement actions
• Analyse performance data to drive Operational Excellence and improve production efficiency
• Validate and analyse site data to support quality and performance improvements
People, Coaching & Collaboration
• Coach and mentor colleagues to build automation capability across the site
• Share best practice and technical knowledge across the wider business
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and central teams to deliver improvements
• Support on-the-job training and development of engineering colleagues
Your Müller Responsibilities
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement and Operational Excellence initiatives
• Support delivery of site roadmaps (Quality, Health & Safety, Engineering, and Autonomous Maintenance)
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and performance
• Understand the impact of your work on site and business performance
  
  Proven automation and electrical fault-finding skills
• Experience in a similar Automation Engineer / Support role
• FMCG or manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and manage projects
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills
• Confident working in a fast-paced production environment
• Good IT and systems knowledge
  
  Competitive salary + up to 10% annual bonus
• Healthcare cover
• 4x life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Müller rewards platform (discounts across major retailers)
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment