Automation Engineer

22 Days Old

Automation Engineer Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more) On-site | Monday
Like the look of this opportunity Make sure to apply fast, as a high volume of applications is expected Scroll down to read the complete job description. - Friday | Days (some flexibility required) Join our snack-loving team Were looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at KP Snacks.
If youre 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.
About the role Youll be responsible for supporting and improving our automation systems, leading site projects and ensuring safe, efficient operations.
This is a hands-on role where youll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical to deliver automation solutions that make a real difference.
Whats in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive.
Heres a flavour of what we offer: Competitive annual salary Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site, building fault-finding capability across all shifts Tackle automation challenges with confidence, including obsolescence upgrades and CAPEX project delivery Collaborate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver automation projects from concept to completion Make a real impact on automation standards, training and coaching ensuring safe systems and consistent processes Learn and grow through cross-functional teamwork, supporting both site-driven and centrally driven engineering projects Support 24/7 emergency cover and ensure automation systems are available and safeguarded at all times Drive continuous improvement through Intersnack Work Systems and Initiative Management principles Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies, with a focus on safe working practices Manage automation documentation, contracts and warranties, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and aligned with KP Snacks standards Who are we? Were 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 McCoys.
In the UK, were a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ.
Were proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together.
Were committed to inclusion Were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
If you dont tick every box, wed still love to hear from you your unique perspective could be just what we need. xehkeey
And if theres anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know.
Wed love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualifications & Background: HNC or above in an engineering discipline, or time-served apprenticeship with strong practical experience A background in automation engineering A solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems Technical Experience: Siemens (essential) and TIA Portal (desirable but not essential) Other PLC systems such as GX Works, CX Programmer, Rockwell Automation MES platforms and data collection systems Operational technology and energy management systems Project & CI Experience: Providing hands-on coaching and development to wider teams in automation engineering (essential) Demonstrated experience in project engineering and management Involvement in maintenance and continuous improvement programmes Familiarity with quality management systems and legislative/food safety compliance Comfortable with budgeting, CapEx processes, and procurement LI-SC1 LI-Onsite
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Location:
Ashby-De-La-Zouch, Leicestershire
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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