Multi-Skilled Engineer [Mechanical] - Kitt Green

Kraft Heinz; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a multi‑disciplined shift team at Kitt Green. You will maintain assets, optimise equipment utilisation and support quick responses to line breakdowns while working with Shift/Production Managers to drive improvements.

The role requires an ONC or equivalent, a time‑served apprenticeship, and a proactive, analytical approach to uphold high engineering standards and support product quality.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates detailed analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a production environment.
• Able to work with production teams to improve equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance duties to support production (planned or breakdowns).
• Be trained to safely work on equipment in production areas across Kitt Green.
• Use the SAP system to report work done and assist planning and improvement.
• Participate in training and train others including apprentices.
• Adhere to high engineering standards to support RU and product quality.
• Proactively challenge status quo and drive improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Flexible attitude

Education

ONC or equivalent

Tools

SAP MMS

Job description

Role Summary

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.

Job Title

Mechanical Engineer

Reports into

Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities

• 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

Expected Experience And Required Skills

• 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