Shift Engineer - Electrical Bias

As a Shift Engineer, you'll play a vital role in keeping our production lines running safely, efficiently and reliably. Working closely with Operations and Engineering teams, you'll use your technical expertise to reduce downtime, improve equipment performance and drive Continuous Improvement across your designated area.

You'll take ownership of both planned and reactive maintenance activities, using lean manufacturing tools and root cause analysis techniques to identify issues and implement sustainable solutions. Acting as a Subject Matter Expert in Intersnack Working Systems (IWS) and Progressive Maintenance (PM), you'll also coach and develop Equipment Owners, helping to build engineering capability across the site.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive engineer who enjoys solving problems, driving improvements and making a visible impact on operational performance.

• Recognised engineering qualifications
  NVQ Level 3 in Engineering, alongside an 18th Edition qualification, with experience as a multi-skilled engineer

• Strong mechanical and electrical expertise
  A proven ability to diagnose faults, resolve technical issues and maintain a wide range of production equipment

• Continuous Improvement experience
  Experience using root cause analysis, problem-solving methodologies and improvement tools to drive operational performance

• Coaching and communication skills
  The ability to share knowledge, develop colleagues and build strong relationships across Engineering and Operations teams

• A proactive and positive mindset
  A can-do attitude, openness to change and a genuine passion for Continuous Improvement and team success

Our purpose
At KP Snacks, we're passionate about creating happy snacking moments through our great tasting snacks and iconic brands. Every day, millions of people enjoy our products, including Hula Hoops, McCoy's, KP Nuts, Tyrrells, Skips, POM-BEAR and Butterkist, making us one of the UK's leading snack manufacturers.

For decades, we've been delighting consumers by combining well-loved favourites with exciting innovations that reflect changing tastes and expectations. We're equally passionate about our people and committed to creating a workplace where everyone can grow, develop and make a real impact.

As part of the Intersnack Group, one of the world's leading snack manufacturers, we combine global expertise with a shared commitment to creating happy snacking moments every day.

We’re committed to inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know.

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