Technical Operator- Packaging HEINEKEN Hereford
Location: Hereford, United Kingdom
Function: Supply Chain
Function: Supply Chain – Packaging
Location: Hereford
Salary: £32,099 per annum with shift allowance £9,299 & benefits listed below!
Contract: Permanent
Shift pattern: Panama -Rotating 12-hour Shift Pattern (Days & Nights), 4-week repeating cycle
Closing Date: 18th November 2026 (Please note: We may close vacancies early where we receive a high number of applications, so don’t delay!)
Who we are
With 2,100 colleagues, a nationwide pub network and a portfolio of brilliant brands proudly made in the UK, we combine pioneering spirit with real scale. We’re also a certified Great Place to Work®, a recognition of the culture and colleague experience we build every day as well as being recognised as one of the UK's Best Workplaces in Manufacturing, Production & Transportation™
About the role
As the Technical Operator, you’ll approach the canning 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 accruately 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
Helping millions of consumers enjoy our beers and ciders is a real team effort. As a Supply Chain colleague, you’ll be part of the biggest function in HEINEKEN UK! From barley to bar, our Supply Chain produces high-quality beers and ciders, prioritising safety, sustainability and innovation to keep our operations running smoothly. You’ll be based within 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 fresh, 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:
- Exposure to Machinery within an FMCG environment.
- Previous experience in operating, cleaning and maintaining equipment in a fast paced environment.
- Use of SAP or ERP softwares for inventory management.
- Familiarity of TPM principles and implementing or introducing process improvements.
Why join us?
We’re the people behind some of the world’s most iconic beers and ciders, steeped in history and energised for what’s next. From pioneering low and no alcohol to backing the great British pub, we’re building something that matters.
Every career here starts with the same three words: Pioneer. Grow. Together. From day one, you’ll be valued, included and supported, with the opportunity to go further than you thought possible. Because when you win, we all win.
Our benefits
- Annual bonus
- Double-matched pension (up to 10%)
- Annual Leave equivalent to 253 hours & 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
Visit our Flexa profile to explore our wider benefits and rewards .
Please note: Some benefits are taxable and may be based on employee contributions. We’re happy to discuss further throughout the application process.
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