Job Description
Maintenance Lead role available in Ashby de la Zouch, with a salary of £47,566pa.
This is a days based role, working Monday to Friday with no shifts required.
About KP Snacks
KP Snacks is proud to be part of the Intersnack Group, a market leader in savoury snacks, present in over 30 countries across Europe, Australia, New Zealand and beyond.
We have a turnover of more than €3 billion, employ over 14,000 employees and operate 44 factories globally.
In the UK, we consist of c2,300 colleagues across our seven factory locations and Slough HQ.
We make great tasting snack brands such as Hula Hoops, McCoy's, Pombear, KP Nuts, Butterkist popcorn, Tyrrells and popchips.
The Role
We are looking for a Maintenance Lead to join our team, who will play a pivotal role in the production line.
You will be responsible for overseeing and delivering defined engineering processes within your area, primarily designed to reduce machine stoppages and ensure the correct level of asset care and maintenance strategy is deployed to each equipment item.
You will lead and coach the entire area team to deliver true Autonomous Maintenance, reviewing losses within the area, developing action plans and delivering sustained improvement results.
You will also be a crucial resource to ensure that the correct level of engineering capability is achieved within the team to progress our zero loss journey.
Your Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will need a minimum level 3 electrical qualification with hands on experience, and proven strong engineering and problem-solving skills.
A HNC/HND or Degree in an Engineering discipline, preferably with an electrical bias, is highly desirable.
Previous experience working with a TPM /RCM maintenance environment, Lean tools and techniques, and coaching experience are also highly desirable.