Automation Engineer

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Automation Engineer Ashby de la Zouch
(Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more) On-site | Monday - 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
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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. 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
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