Asset Technician at The Kraft Heinz Company

Wigan, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Health And Safety, Communication, Training, Coaching, Organizational Skills, Technical Skills, Fault Finding, Automation, Electrical Systems, Mechanical Systems, Pneumatic Systems, Hydraulic Systems, Continuous Improvement, SAP, Lean Manufacturing, Team Engagement

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Job Description Asset Technician Reporting To: Maintenance Manager Shift Pattern: Various Patterns Available 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 Management team to provide pro-active maintenance and technical support to the operations and engineering team to optimise production output for your process area. 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. Support coordination of the engineering team to provide proactive mindset and behaviors to minimize downtime on your process area. Ensure alignment with Engineering Lead and process area teams, supporting the training and development of equipment /process/area/ system, owners. Key Responsibilities: Demonstrate commitment to health and safety. Effective 2-way communication of health and safety, e.g., at Tier 1, Safety Habit discussions, Safety Habit Observations, Risk Triggers including dynamic risk assessments Knowledge of site hazards and controls, and compliance to permit process ensuring team are competent for activities and compliant to site Ways of Working Responsible for food safety and product quality as defined by regulatory, Kraft Heinz and local procedures. It is the jobholder’s responsibility to escalate any issues that might compromise food safety and product quality Leadership during emergency situations To deputise within control loops for the Engineering Leader, when required Carry out planned and preventative maintenance using either Electrical / Mechanical / Control System / Automation skill set 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, define, and improve maintenance strategy for assets Ensure required spares are defined for each asset with correct specifications and adequate quantities. Ensure asset BOMs are correctly setup in SAP 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 Generate shift report 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 Practice KHMS requirements and implement according to the standard Support the shift engineering team Ensuring close liaison with support departments to maximise quality and performance including Planning and execution of all maintenance tasks throughout the week Liaise and manage OEMs / Suppliers and Contractors as required Ability to deliver on the job training (knowledge transfer) to new / existing colleagues and apprentices Actively participate in tier meetings and execution of the daily / weekly plan Accountable for assessing all corrective notifications in a timely manner for area of responsibility, ensuring the JIB (job in a box) process is followed and all parts are correct Support the scheduling of maintenance work for the next week during the Weekly Planning Meeting Support the overhaul / EEM process for area of responsibility Lead and support the RCA of Breakdowns and the implementation of corrective actions to prevent re-occurrence when escalated Create SOP’s/SMP’s/OPL’s and train and sign off line team in maintenance activities Deliver innovation and continuous improvement to reduce downtime caused by maintenance and equipment failures Ensure maintenance schedules are updated with learnings from equipment failures to minimize unplanned plant downtime Ensure that SAP is being used effectively to develop a planned maintenance strategy. Support the development of the system within the engineering function Support the weekend maintenance and aligned engineers to ensure available hours of the engineers is utilised to its full extent Ensure effective handover is completed to key stake holders following completion of any maintenance works (QRMP) and Completion of the Weekend Maintenance plan Attend and participate in handover meetings to ensure effective handover of information Raise or approve required permits on shift for specific job tasks Provide technical support following escalation from craft on shift Expected Responsibilities and Required Skills: Flexible, resilient and committed with a right first time attitude Good oral and written communication skills Be able to communicate effectively at all levels and ensure communications are clear and understood Be able to engage and motivate teams when adapting and adopting change programs. Training and coaching capabilities Strong organizational and technical skills Ability to work with data and information Recognised Engineering qualification is essential, HNC/HND/degree desirable Develop skills and knowledge for personal development and overall continuous improvement A Methodical approach to fault finding to diagnose and repair faults on automation / electrical or mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems in a timely manner Some knowledge TPM/Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques Competent on MS office software Siemens S5/S7 experience desirable but not essential (For Electrical bias) 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. ABOUT US Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food. WHY US We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz. INCLUSION MATTERS TO US Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.

Responsibilities

The Asset Technician is responsible for maintaining all assets within operational areas to optimize equipment utilization and production output. This includes conducting planned maintenance, diagnosing faults, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.