Site Engineering Manager

KP Snacks; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack company in Uttoxeter is seeking a Site Engineering Manager to lead engineering and maintenance activities. This role involves ensuring peak performance of equipment, driving innovation, and developing a high-performing team. Candidates should have a degree or apprenticeship in engineering and experience in FMCG environments. The company offers excellent benefits including an annual bonus, healthcare support, and a pension plan.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Comprehensive Healthcare Support

KP Pension Plan

25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme

KP4ME benefits platform

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or apprentice-trained engineer, ideally with FMCG experience.
• Strong track record in engineering leadership and project management.
• Experience in developing and implementing PPM and improvement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and maintenance activity to optimise site performance.
• Drive innovative solutions to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Collaborate across functions to deliver complex capital projects.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Continuous improvement

Education

Degree in engineering or apprenticeship in engineering

Job description

Site Engineering Manager

Uttoxeter (home of Tyrrells Veg Crisps)

On-site | Monday - Friday

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Site Engineering Manager to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure!

As Site Engineering Manager, you will lead all engineering and maintenance activity to support operations on site. You will be responsible for ensuring mechanical and electrical equipment operates at peak performance, driving continuous improvement, and reducing costs through innovative solutions. You will lead capital investment projects, oversee engineering budgets, and ensure compliance with all legislative requirements. Working closely with site leadership, you will develop and deliver the annual engineering strategy in line with the KP business vision and IWS principles. You will also build and lead a high-performing engineering team, developing their skills to meet current and future operational needs. This is a senior leadership role in a fast-paced FMCG environment, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on performance, safety, and innovation.

What’s in it for you?

We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer:

• Annual bonus scheme, with an excellent track record of over achievement.

• Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, 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?

• Leading engineering and maintenance activity to optimise site performance

• Driving innovative solutions to improve efficiency and reduce costs

• Collaborating across functions to deliver complex capital projects

• Setting and managing engineering budgets and resources effectively

• Developing and coaching the engineering team for long-term success

Who are we?

Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies.

Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together.

Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us. We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout.

We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:

• Degree qualified or apprentice-trained engineer, ideally with FMCG experience

• Strong track record in engineering leadership and project management

• Experience in developing and implementing PPM and improvement strategies

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams with strong communication skills

• Commitment to continuous improvement and developing team capability

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