Senior Maintenance Engineer

TieTalent; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 43,594 - 53,281; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

Comprehensive Healthcare Support

KP Pension Plan

25 days holiday + buy scheme

Wellbeing platform

Job summary

A leading snacks manufacturer is seeking a Senior Maintenance Engineer to lead maintenance strategies and drive continuous improvement. The role involves collaborating with teams to ensure reliable equipment operation and tackle maintenance challenges. Candidates should have a solid engineering background and experience with Lean tools. This full-time position offers an annual salary of £48,438 plus benefits including a bonus scheme and healthcare support.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in engineering or electrical disciplines.
• Experience in Continuous Improvement and Lean tools.
• Ideally background in food production or relevant industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Progressive Maintenance system for equipment reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement and solve equipment issues.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance line performance.

Skills

Engineering expertise

Problem-solving

Continuous Improvement

Lean tools

Education

Level 3 qualification (NVQ or City & Guilds)

Job description

Senior Maintenance Engineer – KP Snacks (TieTalent)

Location: Pontefract

Shift: Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 16:00

Known internally as Maintenance Lead, the Senior Maintenance Engineer role is part of the three-person Line Structure Management Team. You will own the maintenance strategy to reduce maintenance-related and breakdown losses, applying strong technical understanding of engineering systems and technology.

Operating within our Integrated Work System (IWS), you’ll embed best practices that enhance reliability, reduce costs, and drive productivity across the line.

What is IWS?

IWS stands for Intersnack Work Systems. It is a structured approach to continuous improvement in manufacturing, rooted in zero losses and 100% employee ownership. IWS empowers teams to identify and eliminate inefficiencies to deliver consistent, sustainable performance.

What’s in it for you?

• Annual salary of £48,438.
• Annual bonus scheme with a track record of overachievement.
• Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Medicash Health Cash Plan, Digital GP, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion), and Cancer Care.
• KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of salary.
• 25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme.
• KP4ME online benefits platform with wellbeing information and tools.

What will you be doing?

• Lead and own the Progressive Maintenance (PM) system to ensure reliable and efficient equipment operation.
• Tackle complex maintenance challenges by driving continuous improvement and solving recurring equipment issues.
• Collaborate with operating teams and equipment owners to deliver outstanding line performance.
• Embed maintenance excellence to support performance, reduce downtime, and improve line efficiency.
• Develop technical and leadership capabilities by coaching others in a supportive environment.

Who are we?

We’re KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. With over 15,000 colleagues across more than 30 countries, we bring you snacks you love, including Hula Hoops and McCoy’s. In the UK, we’re about 2,400 strong across seven factories and our Slough HQ. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.

If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. If there’s anything we can do to make the process easier, please let us know.

Knowledge, skills and experience

• Solid foundation in engineering or electrical disciplines, ideally with a Level 3 qualification (e.g., NVQ or City & Guilds).
• Engineering expertise and problem-solving skills to support and strengthen team performance and drive practical solutions.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement and Lean tools, or transferable skills from similar environments, to enhance operational efficiency.
• Manufacturing experience is beneficial, particularly in food production, but relevant skills from other industries are welcome.
• Values of ownership, teamwork, and continuous improvement to contribute to a positive, high-performing culture.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet

We’re committed to equal opportunity and diversity in our workforce. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.