Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer – On‑site (Flexi‑shift)

About the role

KP Snacks is looking for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join the Line Structure Team at its Billingham site. You will be responsible for keeping production lines running safely and efficiently, working on both mechanical and electrical equipment while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Own mechanical and electrical integrity of assigned plant area.
• Carry out planned maintenance, fault finding and repairs on production equipment.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance schedules and equipment performance.
• Operate food‑manufacturing equipment, including change‑overs, when required.
• Support and coach colleagues and apprentices to build engineering capability.
• Lead and contribute to continuous‑improvement activities using IWS tools.
• Monitor plant conditions, report defects and minimise downtime.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety and housekeeping.

Required profile

• Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance within a food‑production environment.
• Ability to work flexi‑shift covering 24/7 operations.
• Strong commitment to health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Willingness to mentor colleagues and share technical knowledge.

Required skills

• Mechanical maintenance
• Electrical maintenance
• Fault finding and repair
• Food manufacturing equipment operation
• IWS continuous‑improvement tools

What we offer

• Annual salary of £52,578.66
• Annual bonus scheme
• Comprehensive healthcare support
• KP Pension Plan with up to 7% matching
• Holiday buy‑scheme and employee benefits platform