Multi-Skilled Engineer - Electrical Bias
Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks, and more)
Shift Pattern: 24/7 or Panama shift pattern (12-hour shifts - days & nights)
Are you ready to join a snack-loving team? We’re on the lookout for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to become a vital part of our KP Snacks family. If you’re eager to contribute your ideas and grow in a supportive environment, keep reading – this could be your next big adventure!
Your Role
In this hands-on position, you’ll ensure the smooth operation of our site by delivering both reactive and planned maintenance across a variety of production and ancillary equipment. Here’s what you’ll be doing:
* Support production teams to minimize downtime through effective fault-finding and root cause analysis.
* Take ownership of maintenance records and create PPM schedules, ensuring accurate data capture and reporting.
* Oversee safe systems of work for contractors and ensure all documentation is in place.
* Play an active role in health, safety, and food quality standards, identifying risks and improving processes.
* Support operator training to enhance equipment knowledge across the team.
What’s in it for You?
At KP Snacks, we believe in giving back and ensuring you thrive. Here’s a taste of what we offer:
* Annual salary of up to £52,000, depending on experience.
* Annual bonus scheme with a strong track record of overachievement.
* Comprehensive Healthcare Support, including a Medicash Health Cash Plan and access to a Digital GP service.
* KP Pension Plan with contribution matching up to 7% of your salary.
* 25 days of holiday plus a holiday buy scheme.
* Access to KP4ME – an online platform for benefits, discounts, and wellbeing resources.
What Will You Be Doing?
* Deliver hands-on maintenance and repairs across various production and site equipment.
* Reduce downtime through effective fault-finding and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Collaborate with production teams and contractors for safe and efficient operations.
* Maintain high standards in health, safety, and food quality.
* Develop PPM schedules and maintain accurate records to support knowledge-sharing.
Who Are We?
We’re KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. With over 15,000 team members across more than 30 countries, we’re dedicated to creating the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we’re the team behind your favorite munchies!
In the UK, we’re a close-knit group of around 2,400, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. We value open communication, celebrate our differences, and push boundaries together.
Diversity is at the heart of our mission. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. Even if you don’t tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need.
What We’re Looking For
If you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and experience, we’d love to hear from you:
* Experience in food manufacturing environments.
* Strong communication and problem-solving skills to positively influence outcomes.
* Hands-on engineering background with a minimum of City & Guilds Level 3 in electrical engineering.
* While additional qualifications are a plus, we welcome applicants ready to grow.
* Enthusiasm, commitment, and a drive to succeed in a culture that champions ownership and teamwork.