Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snacks manufacturer seeks a Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer to minimize downtime and enhance operations at their KP Snacks facility in Sheffield. This role includes diverse shift patterns and offers a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates should possess solid engineering knowledge and experience in FMCG engineering.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Healthcare

Pension

Wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• Strong engineering knowledge (NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition) required.
• Experience in FMCG engineering necessary.
• Mechanical and electrical skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance efforts and reduce downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement and collaborate with teams.
• Develop technical expertise and support colleagues' growth.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Proficiency in IWS

Adaptable attitude

Education

NVQ Level 3

18th Edition

Job description

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Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer (internally known as Progressive Maintenance Shift Engineer)

Location: Hellaby (Home of KP Nuts - our specialist nut factory)

Shift Pattern:

• 44 weeks of the year - 3-shift rotation - 5 days per week (06:00 - 14:00, 14:00 - 22:00, 22:00 - 06:00). Night shifts run only on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
• 8 weeks of the year - 24/7 shift rotation - 2On/2 Off – 3On/2 Off – 2On/3Off - 12 hour shifts (06:00 - 18:00, 18:00 - 06:00).

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer to join KP Snacks. This role involves supporting operations by reducing downtime through proactive and reactive maintenance, using lean tools, and coaching team members in engineering principles.

Responsibilities include leading maintenance efforts, driving continuous improvement, collaborating with teams, developing technical expertise, and supporting the growth of colleagues.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus, healthcare, pension, and wellbeing resources.

Who are we? KP Snacks, part of Intersnack, with over 15,000 employees across 30 countries, creating popular snacks like Hula Hoops and McCoy's. In the UK, we have around 2,400 employees across seven factories and HQ in Slough. We value diversity, inclusion, and a collaborative culture.

Requirements include strong engineering knowledge (NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition), mechanical and electrical skills, experience in FMCG engineering, proficiency in IWS, and a positive, adaptable attitude aligned with KP values.