Production Operative

KP Snacks; Lugwardine; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack manufacturer in the UK seeks Production Operatives to join their team. Responsibilities include operating complex machinery, ensuring high production standards, and performing quality checks. Candidates should have manufacturing experience and strong problem-solving skills. The role offers a starting salary of £28,024.74 per annum with additional benefits including health support and holidays.

Benefits

KP Pension Plan

24 days holiday

Comprehensive Healthcare Support

Qualifications

• Desirable to have previous experience in manufacturing or food industry.
• Standard of literacy and numeracy in English required.
• Training will be provided for food safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate complex machinery in the production line.
• Monitor production standards and report defects.
• Complete daily routines and quality checks.
• Work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Food industry knowledge

Literacy in English

Accountability

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 in Food Safety for Manufacturing

Job description

Job Overview

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for Production Operatives to join our team at KP Snacks. The job entails carrying out a variety of factory skills safely and efficiently, using complex equipment to ensure production is maintained to the highest level. You will be trained to operate the line (packing or process), complete daily routines, perform checks and report defects.

What will you be doing?

Operate complex machinery across either the frying or packing lines within a crisp manufacturing environment, ensuring production targets are met safely and efficiently.

Monitor online data systems to maintain high production standards, reporting any defects or issues promptly.

Apply strong problem‑solving skills to resolve machine‑related issues and minimise downtime.

Complete daily routines, carry out quality checks, and maintain accurate records in line with site procedures.

Receive full training and ongoing support, working as part of a friendly, collaborative team at our Leominster factory.

Who are we?

KP Snacks is part of the Intersnack family. We employ over 15,000 people across more than 30 countries. In the UK we have about 2,400 staff across seven factories and our Slough HQ. Diversity and inclusion are core values – we encourage everyone to bring their unique perspective to the workplace.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience within manufacturing or the food industry (highly desirable)
• Level 2 in Food Safety for Manufacturing (desirable, although bespoke training is provided)
• A good standard of literacy and numeracy in English
• The ability to take ownership and accountability
• The ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and accuracy are imperative
• The ability to work independently as well as within a team

Shift Pattern

4 on, 4 off. 12‑hour shifts (6am‑6pm / 6pm‑6am). Rotation: days and nights.

Benefits

Starting salary of £28,024.74 per annum, rising to £28,667.88 per annum after successful probation.

KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary.

24 days holiday.

Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical…)