Job Description

All Posting Locations:

Wigan, England, GB

Job Functions:

Manufacturing

Date Published:

January 9, 2026

Ref#:

R-99156


ABOUT THE ROLE

Multi-Skilled Engineer

Reporting into Maintenance Manager


Shift Pattern: Rotating Days


Role Summary:


To proactively work as part of a multi-disciplined shift team to maintain all assets within the Operational areas to optimise the utilisation of the equipment and to deliver maximum volume at the right quality. Working closely with the Production and Engineering Managers and technicians to provide a rapid response to line breakdowns. Actively identify RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and bring the equipment back into service as quickly as possible as well as actively seeking and identifying cost effective improvements to site assets and equipment, improving efficiency and reliability.


To provide engineering and operational support to the factory and to support asset improvements.


Key Responsibilities:


Developing and implementing a global quality systems strategy that aligns with the organization's overall objectives and Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance using Electrical, Control System, Automation and Mechanical Engineering skill set Participation in all aspects of KHMS To diagnose faults and to test, repair and maintain Mechanical / Electrical equipment Support site Reliability agenda: Identification of failure modes and trends, complete root cause analysis (RCA) processes and drive / deliver the agreed actions Identify life cycle issues and raise these with possible recommendations Proactive fault prevention and continuous improvement activity to deliver key maintenance KPI's Provide support to and involvement in site Project and Change Initiatives as appropriate Drive situational support & improvements using tools such as SIC boards, 5 WHY & SOC documents, gathering shift report data for continuity across shift handovers Ensure all tasks are risk assessed through site specific or dynamic assessments (DRA) Attend and participate in daily team and handover meetings to ensure effective handover of information across shift Report all maintenance tasks on SAP system as required and to the correct standard Support the planning, critical information collection, organising and execution of works Complete duty rounds asset care, PMs and CBM as required Support asset care / OEE process
Additional Responsibilities:


18th Edition qualified Electrical / Mechanical Duty Holder Has an active role to play in continuously improving our business Resilience to ensure problems are completed through to the identification and resolution of root cause Support improvement activities / events within facilities and engineering owned areas Understands the impact of own actions and others on achieving site/business objectives Aware of how current performance impacts the bottom line Ability to deliver on the job training (knowledge transfer) to new / existing colleagues and apprentices through creation SMP/SOP's Health and safety of self and others Complete and submit PPM and Reactive task paperwork accurately and timeously Escort and oversee subcontractors as necessary Raise permits to work
Expected Qualifications / Experience:


Good communication skills to ensure quality handovers Must be flexible and possess the ability to work in teams Committed to the support of proactive management of all departments KPI's Possess a flexible and enthusiastic outlook A Team Player Proactive in approach to all aspects of work Recognised / Certificated Engineering Apprenticeship Minimum 5 years in maintenance Experience in a Manufacturing Industry Mechanical / Electrical Biased ONC/HNC/NVQ L3 IOSHH / Nebosh is desirable
Location(s)
Kitt Green

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes

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