Production Operative

Join our snack-loving team We’re looking for a Production Operative to join us at KP Snacks.

About KP Snacks

• Based at our Tyrrells Court Farm site , you'll enjoy a unique rural setting with excellent access from the A44, just five miles from Leominster and 17 miles from the historic city of Hereford.
• If you’re ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you – this could be your next big move.

Who are we?

• We’re KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family.
• Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love – from Hula Hoops to McCoy’s.
• In the UK, we’re a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ.
• We’re proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together.
• If you enjoy practical work, like learning new skills and want to be part of a team where your ideas are welcomed, this could be a great next step for you.

What’s in it for you?

• Every day, millions of people enjoy our products, including Hula Hoops, McCoy's, KP Nuts, Tyrrells, Skips, POM-BEAR and Butterkist, making us one of the UK's leading snack manufacturers.
• For decades, we've been delighting consumers by combining well-loved favourites with exciting innovations that reflect changing tastes and expectations.
• We're equally passionate about our people and committed to creating a workplace where everyone can grow, develop and make a real impact.
• We’re committed to inclusion We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.
• If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need.

Responsibilities

• About the role As a Production Operative, you’ll play a hands-on role in making Tyrrells hand cooked potato crisps to the high standards our consumers love.
• Working on either the frying or packing lines, you’ll operate complex machinery safely and efficiently, helping to keep production running smoothly.
• This is a varied role with full training provided.
• You’ll learn how to run production lines, complete daily routines, carry out quality checks and spot issues before they become problems.
• You’ll be supported by a friendly, collaborative team who look out for each other and take pride in what they do.
• Operating complex equipment on the frying or packing lines to meet production targets and site standards
• Monitoring performance and quality
• Using online data systems to maintain high standards and reporting defects or issues quickly
• Solving problems as they arise
• Identifying and resolving machine-related issues to reduce downtime
• Completing daily routines and checks
• Carrying out quality checks, line inspections and accurate record keeping
• Keeping the lines clean and safe
• Taking part in line cleaning activities and following all food safety and hygiene procedures

Requirements

• 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 is imperative

Preferred

• We’d love to hear from you if you can bring: Previous experience within manufacturing or the food industry (highly desirable)

Benefits

• We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive.
• Here’s a flavour of what we offer: Starting salary of £30,466.80 per annum, rising to £31,122 per annum after a successful probationary period.
• KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 24 days holiday
• 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.
• 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?

Running production machinery safely and efficiently

• The ability to work independently as well as within a team
• Our purpose At KP Snacks, we're passionate about creating happy snacking moments through our great tasting snacks and iconic brands.
• As part of the Intersnack Group, one of the world's leading snack manufacturers, we combine global expertise with a shared commitment to creating happy snacking moments every day.

Production Operative Shift Pattern

4 on, 4 off Hours: 12-hour shifts (6am–6pm / 6pm–6am) Rotation: Days and nights

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