Mechanical Engineer [Canmaking]

Heinz; Wigan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing company located in Wigan is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to be part of a multi-disciplined shift team. The role involves maintaining Canmaking lines, ensuring optimum safety and quality, while also providing operational support. Candidates must hold an ONC qualification or equivalent and be a time-served apprentice. The position requires problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. Opportunities for training and further development are also available.

Qualifications

• Must be qualified to ONC or equivalent level.
• Time-served apprentice in mechanical engineering.
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate Canmaking lines to ensure safety and quality.
• Support production through planned and breakdown maintenance.
• Use the SAP system for reporting and planning.

Skills

Maintenance duties

Problem-solving skills

Team player

SAP system usage

Education

ONC or equivalent qualification

Time served apprentice

Tools

SAP MMS

Job description

Mechanical Engineer [Canmaking]

Reporting To: Maintenance Manager

Shift Pattern: Various Patterns Available

To work as part of a multi-disciplined shift team to maintain the assets within the Centre to optimise the utilisation of the equipment and to deliver maximum volume at the right quality. Working closely with the Shift / Production Managers and technicians to provide a quick response to line breakdowns and to support asset improvement. To provide engineering and operational support to the Centre.

Key Accountabilities

To operate/maintain Canmaking lines ensuring optimum safety, quality, yield and utilisation, including;

• To carry out maintenance duties to support production either planned or in support of breakdowns or commissioning
• Will be trained to safely carry out work on equipment located in production areas across Kitt Green
• Will be expected to use the SAP system to report work done and contribute to the overall effectiveness by assisting in planning
• Will be expected to participate in training and to train others including apprentices
• Will work to the highest Engineering standards to fully support RU and product quality
• Proactive and willing to challenge the status quo and initiate improvements

Education & Experience

• Qualified to ONC or equivalent level.
• Time served apprentice
• Flexible and enthusiastic outlook
• Self-motivated and driven
• Detailed analytical and problem-solving skills
• SAP MMS

You’ll be:

• A team player
• Positive and Adaptable
• A problem Solver
• Able to work well under pressure

Location(s)

Kitt Green

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.