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Site Engineering Manager

Full time at KP Snacks in United Kingdom
Posted on August 17, 2024

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Site Engineering Manager Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, popchips and more) Permanent Company Overview KP Snacks is proud to be part of the Intersnack Group. With an annual turnover of more than €3 billion, the Intersnack Group has grown and flourished to become a market leader in savoury snacks, present in over 30 countries across Europe, Australia, New Zealand and beyond, employing more than 14,000 employees and 44 factories globally (33 in Europe, 3 in Australia, 3 in New Zealand, 2 in India and 3 in Vietnam). In the UK KP Snacks consists 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. Salary: Depending on experience  Some of the benefits you can expect to receive: · Bonus scheme · Medicash Health cash plan · Private Healthcare (dependent on Grade)· KP Pension Plan – matching contribution stakeholder pension plan (up to 7% of salary) which also includes life assurance and income protection · 25 days holiday . 5-year service additional holiday · Annual salary review · MyGym Discounts · Cancer Care · Holiday Buy (buy up to an additional 5 days holiday per year)· Career Break · Cycle to Work · Company Sick Pay – once eligible · Employee Assistance Programme · Digital GP · Best Doctors - 2nd medical opinion · Access to KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools The Role: The purpose of this role is to provide strategic direction to the Engineering function within KP Ashby through strong leadership and alignment with KP’s Intersnack Work System (IWS). The IWS approach is a model of continuous improvement and one way of working, and the Engineering Manager will lead the site through the Engineering (Progressive Maintenance) and Project (Initiative Management) pillars of IWS. The delivery of the site’s capital program is critical for the role, working cross functionally with the Central Project Team and other departmental teams as required. The role also forms an integral part of the site Leadership Team supporting the General Manager in strategically important decisions and direction setting. As Site Engineering Manager, some of your key responsibilities will include:

  • Ensure all relevant Statutory Compliance is current, recorded, updated and maintained for the site
  • Leads the PM and IM Pillars at site and develops master/90-day plans to address losses and build capability
  • To maximise availability of all mechanical and electrical equipment through continuous improvement and improve equipment efficiencies and reduce costs through initiatives such as MP&S and BDE
  • Be responsible for capital investment projects (new and ongoing) working in conjunction with site and central teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, to the correct quality, on-time and to budget
  • Design and manage engineering budgets for the site, both capital and operational
  • To ensure adequate resources, equipment and people, are in place to meet operational needs
  • Development of an annual engineering strategy which is aligned to the site CBN and KP strategy wheel
About the Site
  • Factory volume of circa 28,000ts
  • Total employees at site of 764 operating 24/7
  • 66 SKU’s of varying complexity
  • Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders and Popchips
We aim to foster a diverse family-like culture where everyone can be themselves and feel a sense of belonging. The I&D program focuses on Culture, Leadership, Recruitment, and Equitable Progression. We operate an inclusive recruitment process to attract diverse talent and educate hiring managers on bias. Additionally, we run a comprehensive program addressing various diversity topics to promote an inclusive workplace. Join KP Snacks to be a part of a diverse and inclusive team that values individuality and promotes growth. We wholeheartedly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position. We are totally committed to creating a workplace where not one person feels they do not belong. Please just let us know if there is anything we can do to make the process more easily accessible for you or if you have any special requirements. Whichever method you are using to apply, please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates the relevant skills we are looking for, with clear evidence to support. Key knowledge, skills and experience:
  • Extensive experience as a Site Engineering Manager
  • Experience of working in the food industry
  • Demonstrated project management experience with large scale capitals.
  • Knowledge and experience of PPM strategy, improvement techniques and tools 
  • Strong mechanical or electrical engineering background – degree level / Chartered Engineer status
  • FMCG background – preferably maintenance and projects experience
  • Experience managing a large site 
  • Pragmatic problem solver in touch with pace of the business
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Demonstrates adherence to safety and quality standards
  • Excellent communication skills, will challenge in a positive manner and promote team working
  • Lean awareness
  • Thorough understanding of PPM techniques
  • Autonomy and self-drive to deliver and succeed
  • Continuous improvement and innovation, prioritise in a fast paced environment
  • Strong desire to develop and coach teams
What do our Engineering team say about working at KP Snacks?#HP #ONSITE #LI-RN1

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