Process Improvement Coordinator

KP Snacks; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Process Improvement Coordinator to enhance performance across production lines. The ideal candidate will have a STEM degree or relevant experience, strong data analysis and communication skills, and a proactive mindset. Join a team that values collaboration and continuous improvement while enjoying comprehensive benefits including healthcare support and a pension plan.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Support

KP Pension Plan

25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme

Online benefits platform

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills.
• Familiarity with data capture systems or Excel is favorable.

Responsibilities

• Drive development of Centre Line Management Systems.
• Solve complex production issues using lean manufacturing tools.
• Work with teams to embed continuous improvement culture.
• Analyze machine data to identify loss trends.
• Lead system health checks and develop coaching skills.

Skills

Data analysis

Root cause investigation

Lean methodologies

Communication skills

Coaching skills

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. If you value ideas mattering and growth being celebrated, this could be your next adventure!

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for continuous improvement and a hands-on approach to problem solving. You will play a key role in driving performance and developing capability across our production lines, using your mechanical know-how and data-driven mindset to deliver real, measurable impact. 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. If you enjoy variety, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

What’s in it for you?

We believe in giving back and ensuring you are happy and thriving. Here’s a taste of 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 for peace of mind when you need it most.
• KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary
• 25 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?

• 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 closely with Equipment Owners, Line Leads and wider teams to embed continuous improvement culture and share best practice across the site.
• Make a tangible difference by analysing machine data to uncover loss trends, putting in place sustainable solutions that boost performance and productivity.
• Grow your expertise by leading weekly system health checks, learning from real-time results and developing your coaching skills to influence change.

Who are we?

We are KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. With over 15,000 people across more than 30 countries, we create the snacks you love. In the UK, we are about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. We value openness, collaboration, and pushing boundaries together. Diversity is central to our culture, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. If there is anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just let us know.

Knowledge, skills and experience we’re looking for:

• 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 that help bring teams together, support development, and drive positive change.
• Familiarity with systems such as online data capture or advanced Excel is a bonus; we’re happy to support the right person to grow these skills.
• A proactive mindset and a collaborative approach that reflects our KP values – thinking flexibly, acting with ownership, and always striving to do the right thing.