Technical Operator (Packaging)

Company: The HEINEKEN Company
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Function

Supply Chain – Packaging

Location

Manchester

Salary

£35,342 p/a with shift allowance of £9,373

Contract

Permanent

Shift 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‑stators who will be proactive in taking ownership of their area.

Core Responsibilities

  • 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.

Qualifications

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

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.

Some benefits are taxable and may vary by role.

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Posted: July 16th, 2026