Avara Foods in Hereford is a leading example of modern food manufacturing - deploying the latest technology and a talented team to put food on the nation’s dining tables. It’s a leading business in a vital UK industry and there are plenty of opportunities that you might not have realised exist.

In a fast-paced environment, where productivity and efficiency are essential, technology is the name of the game. Advanced robotics, automation, electronics and other engineering disciplines all feature heavily within Avara’s site in Hereford. It’s the home of industry leading innovations in packaging, where no two days are the same.

“We have a vast array of equipment and technologies on site,” says Brian Jones, Engineering Manager at Avara. “Automation is increasingly important and we’re consistently upgrading our equipment as new technology is developed. This brings additional complexity and tests the skill of our engineering team. Really, technology is only half the story”.

The engineering team play a vital role making sure everything runs smoothly and this takes a great deal of knowledge, skill and experience - something that Avara are quick to invest in. There are five levels of progression within engineering, from those just starting out to others with many years’ experience and managerial responsibilities. You can even earn a degree or post-graduate honours while working at Avara.

The team are continually pushing their own boundaries; developing their mechanical, electrical and automation skills and we help them do that,” continues Jones. “Alongside traditional qualifications, we’ve invested in a new training centre, which is run by our own development team and we work closely with equipment manufacturers, systems integrators and technical consultants to deliver an industry best development process that helps individuals fulfil their potential”.

If you are looking for a warm welcome and a rewarding career, why not consider engineering at Avara? Check out our careers page for permanent roles and opportunities.