Recruiting Engineers in Cheshire’s Process, Machinery & FMCG Manufacturing Corridor
Cheshire is home to a dense concentration of food, FMCG, chemical, process and specialist machinery manufacturers. While the region benefits from workforce stability and strong industrial heritage, recruiting experienced engineers remains highly competitive.
SimWest Engineering Recruitment supports Cheshire-based manufacturers by securing engineers who understand continuous production, process-led environments and machinery reliability.
The Engineering & Manufacturing Landscape in Cheshire
Cheshire is home to a diverse mix of engineering-led employers, spanning:
- Food & drink manufacturing
- FMCG and consumer goods production
- Chemical, process and materials handling operations
- Packaging and specialist machinery manufacturing
Key industrial areas such as Chester, Crewe, Ellesmere Port, Winsford, Northwich and Macclesfield support a high concentration of production and engineering activity. Many sites operate continuous or shift-based manufacturing, placing heavy reliance on maintenance reliability, engineering responsiveness and technical problem-solving.
Example Engineering & Manufacturing Employers in Cheshire
- Vauxhall Motors – Ellesmere Port (Automotive Manufacturing)
- Unilever – Port Sunlight (FMCG & Consumer Goods)
- Encirc (Glass Packaging Manufacturing)
- Siemens – Congleton (Industrial Engineering Technologies)
- Bakkavor (Food Manufacturing)
Hiring Engineers in Cheshire?
Speak to SimWest Engineering Recruitment to secure engineers who fit your operation, not just your job title.