Multi-Skilled Machine Operator

KP Snacks; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack manufacturer in Pontefract is seeking a Multi-Skilled Machine Operator to join their team. This role involves operating machinery and ensuring high standards of production quality and efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in the food industry and strong attention to detail. The position offers competitive salary and excellent healthcare support, along with opportunities for growth and training.

Benefits

Annual salary of £29,629.08

Comprehensive Healthcare Support

KP Pension Plan

27 days holiday + holiday buy scheme

KP4ME - online benefits platform

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or the food industry is highly desirable.
• Strong literacy, numeracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to take ownership, multi-task, and work to deadlines.
• Teamworking skills with the ability to work independently when needed.
• Commitment to KP values, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operating packing and processing machinery to meet output targets.
• Tackling operational challenges to keep lines running smoothly.
• Working collaboratively to improve line performance and efficiency.
• Ensuring high standards of safety, hygiene, and product quality.
• Expanding skills through training and varied production tasks.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Literacy

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Teamworking skills

Job description

Multi-Skilled Machine Operator

Pontefract (home of Butterkist Popcorn)

Shift: 3-shift rotation | Monday - Thursday, 06:00 - 14:00, 14:00 - 22:00, 22:00 - 06:00 | Fridays, 06:00 - 13:00, 13:00 - 20:00, 20:00 - 03:00.

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Multi-Skilled Machine Operator to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure!

In this role, you will play a key part in the smooth and efficient running of our production lines, operating a range of packing and processing machinery to meet daily targets. You will contribute to improving line performance, maintain excellent housekeeping standards, and uphold strict health, safety, and hygiene procedures. Your role will involve resolving running issues, carrying out product testing, and ensuring quality standards are consistently met at every stage of production. You will also be responsible for cleaning lines during changeovers or shutdowns and following our IWS ways of working principles. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where teamwork, attention to detail, and accountability are valued. With training provided, it’s a chance to build your skills and contribute to delivering high-quality products that our consumers love.

What’s in it for you?

We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer:

• Annual salary of £29,629.08

• Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most.

• KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

• 27 days holiday + holiday buy scheme

• KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools

What will you be doing?

• Operating packing and processing machinery to meet output targets

• Tackling operational challenges to keep lines running smoothly

• Working collaboratively to improve line performance and efficiency

• Ensuring high standards of safety, hygiene, and product quality

• Expanding your skills through training and varied production tasks

Who are we?

Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies.

Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together.

Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us. We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout.

We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:

• Experience in manufacturing or the food industry (highly desirable)

• Strong literacy, numeracy, and attention to detail

• Ability to take ownership, multi-task, and work to deadlines

• Teamworking skills with the ability to work independently when needed

• Commitment to KP values, quality, and continuous improvement

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