Process Improvement Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Bramley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack manufacturer is seeking a Process Improvement Coordinator to join their team in Bramley. The role involves driving continuous improvement, analyzing production data, and collaborating with teams to enhance performance. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in STEM or Food Science or have equivalent experience in manufacturing. Strong communication and coaching skills are essential. This position offers comprehensive healthcare support, holiday benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Support

KP Pension Plan

25 days holiday

Holiday buy scheme

Qualifications

• A degree in STEM or Food Science or equivalent experience.
• Proven skill in data analysis and root cause investigation.
• Excellent communication and coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive development and implementation of Centre Line Management Systems.
• Tackle production issues using lean tools.
• Collaborate to embed continuous improvement culture.
• Analyse machine data to implement improvements.
• Lead weekly system health checks.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Data Analysis

Lean Methodologies

Communication

Coaching

Education

Degree in STEM or Food Science

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

Overview

Process Improvement Coordinator (internally known as Process Lead) Hellaby (Home of KP Nuts). On-site (Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 16:00). Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Process Lead to join our team at KP Snacks. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for continuous improvement and a hands-on approach to problem solving.

You’ll work closely with teams on the shop floor, supporting them in identifying opportunities, coaching best practices, and embedding sustainable improvements. At KP Snacks, we value curiosity, collaboration, and a drive to make things better every day – and in this role, you’ll have the platform to do just that.

Responsibilities

• Drive the development and implementation of Centre Line Management Systems, ensuring equipment runs efficiently and to standard.
• Tackle complex production issues using lean manufacturing tools, identifying root causes and coaching the team through corrective and preventative actions.
• Collaborate with Equipment Owners, Line Leads and wider teams to embed continuous improvement culture and share best practice across the site.
• Analyse machine data to uncover loss trends and implement sustainable solutions that boost performance and productivity.
• Lead weekly system health checks, learn from real-time results, and develop coaching skills to influence change.

Who we are

KP Snacks is proud to be part of the Intersnack family. We are over 15,000 colleagues across more than 30 countries, creating the snacks you love. In the UK, we are about 2,400 strong across seven factories and our Slough HQ.

What we offer

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.

KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of salary; 25 days holiday; holiday buy scheme; KP4ME online benefits platform with wellbeing resources.

Requirements

• A degree in STEM or Food Science, or equivalent experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with transferable skills in data analysis, root cause investigation, or lean methodologies.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills to help bring teams together, support development, and drive positive change.
• Familiarity with online data capture or advanced Excel is a bonus; a proactive mindset and a collaborative approach aligned with KP values (thinking flexibly, owning outcomes, doing the right thing).

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