Technical Operator: FMCG Packaging, SAP & TPM

HEINEKEN UK; Hereford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Double-matched pension

253 hours annual leave

Life assurance

Free ciders and beers

Retail discounts

Wellbeing support

Development opportunities

Colleague Networks

Job summary

HEINEKEN UK is seeking a Technical Operator for our Hereford site to manage high-speed canning lines, ensure safe and efficient operation, and drive continuous improvement. You will perform quality checks, manage stock with SAP, and help implement TPM initiatives, contributing to a lean, zero-accident culture.

You will join a large, safety-focused supply chain team that values reliability, learning, and hands-on problem solving within a production environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production facility or automated manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating, cleaning and maintaining equipment in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiar with SAP or ERP inventory management.
• Knowledge of TPM principles and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-speed packaging machinery runs safely and efficiently.
• Perform quality checks and take corrective actions.
• Manage stock levels using SAP.
• Identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Contribute to Zero Accident Culture with cleanliness and reliability on the production plant.
• Deliver First Time Right on quality and process.
• Support TPM program and continuous improvement.

Skills

Machinery exposure

Operating equipment

ERP/SAP experience

TPM knowledge

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

HEINEKEN UK is seeking a Technical Operator for our Hereford site to manage high-speed canning lines, ensure safe and efficient operation, and drive continuous improvement. You will perform quality checks, manage stock with SAP, and help implement TPM initiatives, contributing to a lean, zero-accident culture.

You will join a large, safety-focused supply chain team that values reliability, learning, and hands-on problem solving within a production environment.