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Operational Craft Engineer

Billingham (Home of McCoy’s, Pombear, Wheat Crunchies and more)

Shift: 24/7 Flexi shift (A mixture of days and nights in a Continental style pattern)

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for an Operational Craft Engineer to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure! 

Join our team as an Operational Craft Engineer, where you'll provide technical support to production, ensuring equipment integrity and contributing to a safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing environment. Be a key player in delivering operational excellence through engineering expertise.

What’s in it for you?  

We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer: 

• Attractive salary, depending on the skills and experience you can bring 

• Bonus scheme – with an excellent track record of over-achievement 

• Annual Salary Review 

• Medicash health cash plan/Private healthcare/Digital GP/Best Doctors (2nd Medical Opinion service) and Cancer care 

• Company sick pay (eligibility criteria exist) 

• Holiday buy scheme 

• Electric Vehicle Scheme 

• KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools 

As an Operational Craft Engineer, what will you be doing?

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform planned maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure mechanical and electrical reliability

• Continuous Improvement: Drive defect handling, machine performance, and efficiency improvements using IWS principles

• Team Support: Train, coach, and develop team members and apprentices to enhance engineering skills

• Operational Flexibility: Operate manufacturing equipment as required and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards

• Compliance and Reporting: Adhere to safety legislation, maintain high hygiene standards, and report performance metrics effectively

A little bit about the Billingham site (known internally as Teesside)

The Billingham manufacturing site of KP Snacks is a dynamic hub of engineering excellence, driving the production of some of the UK’s most iconic savoury snacks. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and innovative processes, the site offers engineers the opportunity to tackle complex challenges, optimise high-speed manufacturing lines, and contribute to the creation of products loved by millions. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, sustainability, and operational efficiency, Billingham is the perfect place for engineers to make a tangible impact, develop their skills, and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of snacking.

Who are we?  

Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies. 

Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together. 

Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us.  We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout. 

We’d love to hear from you if you can evidence the following knowledge, skills and experience:

• Qualifications: City & Guilds Level 3/NVQ Level 3 in mechanical or electrical engineering (essential); HNC and PLC skills (desirable)

• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in fault finding, electrical wiring, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with experience in data interpretation and technical report writing

• Teamwork and Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to train others, and contribute effectively to team objectives

• Adaptability and Initiative: Ability to work flexibly, manage competing priorities, and demonstrate a proactive approach to improvement

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