Technical Operator (Packaging)

Company: HEINEKEN UK
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Function: Supply Chain – PackagingLocation: ManchesterSalary: £35,342 p/a with shift allowance of £9,373 and other benefits below.Contract: PermanentShift pattern: 4on 4off (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off)Closing Date: 24th July 2026

About the role

As the Technical Operator, you’ll approach the production line with a lean mindset and positive attitude. We need motivated self‑starters who will be proactive in taking ownership of their area.

Your core responsibilities include:

  • Ensuring the running of our high‑speed packaging machinery efficiently, effectively & safely.
  • Performing quality checks & taking swift corrective actions.
  • Managing stock levels accurately with use of SAP.
  • Use of process knowledge to identify root causes of problems and prevent recurrence.
  • Actively contribute to our Zero Accident Culture by delivering high standards of cleanliness and reliability on our production plant.
  • Deliver FTR (First Time Right) on quality and process.
  • Help drive continuous improvement through our Total Productive Management (TPM) programme.

About the team

You’ll be part of the broader packaging team, focused on keeping our bottling, canning and other lines running smoothly and efficiently. Your role includes ensuring machinery is reliable, well‑maintained and safe, while also anticipating future needs and driving innovative improvements to increase the site’s overall output.

Who we’re looking for

We’re seeking an individual familiarised with working in a production facility or an automated manufacturing environment.

As well as the above, the ideal candidate will have:

  • Qualifications in Maths & English GCSE’s.
  • Good understanding of IT Systems.
  • Previous experience with packaging machinery preferred (not essential).
  • Passion to learn!

Our benefits

  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Double‑matched pension (up to 10%)
  • 32 days’ holiday, plus three listed public holidays (Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day)
  • Life assurance (subject to policy terms)
  • Free ciders and beers (including low and zero alcohol options)
  • Wellbeing support, including mental health champions, free counselling, access to Colleague Networks.
  • Comprehensive opportunities to develop
  • Option to join our Colleague Networks to connect, share and build inclusion

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply before the closing date listed above.

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Posted: July 13th, 2026