Production Operative

Production Operative Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off Hours: 12-hour shifts (6am–6pm / 6pm–6am) Rotation: Days and nights 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. Join our snack-loving team We’re looking for a Production Operative to join us at KP Snacks. 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. 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. 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? 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 • Comprehensive Healthcare 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 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