About KP Snacks
KP Snacks is a leading manufacturer of savoury snacks, with a strong presence in over 30 countries across Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and beyond.
We have a workforce of over 14,000 employees, operating 44 factories globally, including 7 sites in the UK. Our portfolio includes popular brands such as Hula Hoops, McCoy's, Pombear, and Tyrrells.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Lead to join our team at one of our UK manufacturing facilities. As a key member of our production line team, you will be responsible for overseeing and delivering defined engineering processes within your area.
Your focus will be on reducing machine stoppages and ensuring the correct level of asset care and maintenance strategy is deployed to each equipment item. You will lead and coach your team to deliver true Autonomous Maintenance, reviewing losses and developing action plans to achieve sustained improvement results.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintenance Planning and Scheduling DMs (Daily Maintenance) for the lines
* Review of all breakdowns and deployment of countermeasures to prevent reoccurrence
* Overseeing Maintenance Planning for your area
* Providing updates during DDS (Daily Direction Setting meeting) to review breakdowns and Maintenance plans from the last 24 hours
* Preparing and leading the scheduling of maintenance work for the next week during the weekly maintenance meeting
* Supporting the Progressive Maintenance (PM) Pillar by updating key KPIs and attending Pillar meetings
You will also play a key role in the delivery of your own improvement initiatives and larger capital projects for your area.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will need a minimum Level 3 electrical qualification with hands-on experience, preferably with a TPM/RCM maintenance environment. A HNC/HND or Degree in an Engineering discipline (ideally with an electrical bias) is highly desirable. Proven strong engineering and problem-solving skills are essential, along with experience utilising Lean tools and techniques.
Previous coaching experience is also highly desirable. You must be able to motivate and coach your team to deliver high levels of maintenance performance.
What We Offer
We offer a competitive salary of £47,566pa, plus a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme, Medicash Health cash plan, Private Healthcare, and KP Pension Plan. You will also receive 25 days holiday, plus 5-year service additional holiday. Annual salary reviews are conducted, and you will have access to a range of employee benefits and discounts.
Why Join Us?
KP Snacks is committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We believe in celebrating our differences and pushing boundaries together. If you are passionate about maintenance and have a strong track record of delivering results, we would love to hear from you.