AddressRole: Mechanical Engineer - Canmaking
Location: Kitt Green, Wigan
Salary: £43,415 per annum (17.84 per hour + 20% shift premium on a 39hr week)
Shift pattern: 6-2 2-10 alternating.
Who are we?
We are Kraft-Heinz Kitt Green - Home of our world famous Heinz Baked Beans, "Nourishing the nation" and in production since 1959! You will be joining one of the world's best loved Food & Beverage brands, as well as one of the most iconic FMCG factories in Europe.
Purpose of role:
As Mechanical Engineer in our Canmaking function, you will work as part of a multi-disciplined shift team and take full ownership over running and maintaining all assets within your department, driving and optimising the utilisation of our equipment to deliver maximum volume at the right quantities.
We are a business that believes in "Leading With Purpose". You will have the opportunity to not only drive success in your department, but also chart your own personal development path. Our leaders will be by your side every step of the way, guiding towards many exciting career options like Team Leader, Maintenance Lead, and Engineering Technician roles. With endless possibilities for growth, this role will be the perfect next step in your engineering journey!
Key Accountabilities:
To operate & maintain Canmaking lines ensuring optimum safety, quality, yield and performance, including;
- Operating bodymaking production line.
- Mechanical maintenance duties.
- Safely carry out work on equipment across Canmaking.
- Must be proactive in line improvements from conception to completion
- Complete preventative maintenance tasks i.e: asset care, PMs and CBM as required.
- Embrace and align with Kraft-Heinz Management System routines.
- Support breakdown investigations using problem solving techniques.
What we are looking for:
- Time Served Mechanical or Multi-skilled (Mechanical bias) Maintenance Engineer.
- NVQ L3 qualified.
- Previous experience in the Packaging / Food / FMCG / Canmaking equipment is desirable although not essential.
- Experience in the operation & maintenance of high speed Canmaking equipment or similar.
- Experience and background in Toolmaking might also set you up for success in this role.
Key Job Competencies / Behaviours
- Possess a flexible and enthusiastic outlook with a dedication to continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.
- Outstanding fault-finding capabilities.
- Ability to work proactively within a diverse team.
- Ability to manage your time efficiently, to take ownership and remain proactive during maintenance downtime.
