Electrical Assembly Technician
About this role
🔧Electrical Assembly Technician
📍 Adlington, Macclesfield, Cheshire UK | 🕒 Full-time (39 hours per week, Monday–Friday)
About the Role:
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Electrical Assembly Technician to join our Production team in Adlington.
This is a hands-on role responsible for the electrical assembly, testing, commissioning, and support of our industry-leading tray sealing machinery. Working closely with Engineering and Production teams, you will ensure our equipment is built to the highest standards, tested rigorously, and delivered ready to perform in customer environments worldwide.
What You'll Be Doing
Electrical Assembly & Installation
Wire control panel backplates, doors, and associated equipment from electrical schematics and panel layouts
Carry out electro-mechanical installation of control cubicle and machine-mounted components
Terminate and secure external cabling within control panels and machine systems
Install PLC and HMI programs onto machinery and equipment
Testing & Quality Assurance
Ensure all electrical work meets the highest standards of quality and workmanship
Perform earth continuity, insulation, and pre-delivery testing
Support machine validation and sign-off processes prior to customer shipment
Commissioning & Customer Support
Support on-site machine commissioning activities where required
Provide remote and on-site support to assist with breakdowns and technical issues
Deliver operator and technical training at customer sites and within Proseal facilities
Participate in on-call and service support activities as part of the service rota
Health, Safety & Housekeeping
Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
Follow all electrical safety and company procedures
Support a positive Health & Safety culture throughout the business
Work flexibly when required, including occasional travel within the UK and overseas
What You'll Bring
Essential
Time-served Electrician with experience in industrial control system wiring and fault finding
18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification
Experience working with PLC-controlled machinery
Experience with servo drive systems and AC inverters
Strong ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding skills
Full UK Driving Licence
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Desirable
Experience within the food processing or packaging industry
Previous experience commissioning automated machinery
Customer-facing engineering or service experience
About JBT Marel – Shape the Future of Food
JBT Marel is a leading global technology solutions provider to the food processing and air transportation industries, with a presence in over 100 countries worldwide. We are growing both organically and through acquisition, and we are always looking for talented individuals who want to grow with us.
Within JBT Marel, Proseal UK Ltd designs and manufactures high-quality tray sealing and conveying systems for the food industry. With over 20 years of success, Proseal has become a recognised global leader, with manufacturing facilities in the UK, North America, and Australia, and a strong international presence.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're an experienced Electrical Assembly Technician looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and help build, test, and deliver the innovative technology that is shaping the future of food at JBT Marel.
Company at a glance
JBT Marel is a leading global provider of integrated technology, equipment, software, and services to the food and beverage industry. Driven by a singular purpose—to transform the future of food—we empower businesses to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.
Whether you operate in animal protein, plant-based products, fresh produce, ready meals, beverages, or beyond, we’re here to work with you. We combine transformative technology, applied knowledge, and holistic thinking to solve your most pressing challenges and support your most ambitious goals.
JBT Marel unites JBT and Marel, two pioneering companies with complementary strengths. With our combined portfolios, we’re exceptionally well-equipped to provide you with precisely the solutions you need. And with a global team of talented professionals and a presence in over 30 countries, we offer a world of expertise and service excellence.
Guided by sustainability and working in close partnership, we’re here to help you make a meaningful difference. Together, let’s transform the future of food.
*The JBT Marel trademark is current undergoing registration and in some jurisdictions may already be registered. We reserve all rights in connection with enforcement and protection of our trademark.
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