Site Technical Manager
Billingham based (Home of McCoy's, Wheat Crunchies, pombear and more)
The Role
Our Billingham factory is situated on a 28 acre site with a workforce of 750, making 29,000 ton of product each year, equating to over a billion packs. As the Technical Manager for our flagship Teesside factory, you will work closely with the Site Plant Manager & Functional Heads to ensure all aspects of technical standards and policy are understood, communicated and implemented. You will be a member of the Teesside Leadership Team (TLT) and part of your role is to deliver the Quality Pillar requirements for the site, as part of our standardised way of working (Intersnack Work Systems).
Teesside is already our largest and most complex UK factory and currently undergoing a significant multi-million pound investment to increase capacity and to bring new products to site. This is a large and complex role for someone who has experience working in a fast moving, consumer focused business. Whilst predominantly a branded business we do make products for leading Retail customers.
As the Site Technical Manager, some of your responsibilities will include:
Being a key contributor to the strategy, development and growth agendas for the site
Be a key and active member of the site leadership team contributing to the wider business goals outside of your functional field.
Responsibility for Site Senior Management understanding & implementation of all Technical Policies & Standards
Through a culture of servant leadership and coaching
- Acting as the guardian of site quality & food safety standards
- Constantly challenge our internal and external audit readiness and standards
- Fostering and developing a strong culture of food safety at the site
- Support the site on its zero-loss journey
- Proactive risk management & mitigation for all 'change’ activities including material, process, product & people that might impact quality, food safety and waste.
Who are we?
Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies.
Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together.
Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us. We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout
What’s in it for you?
We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer:
- Competitive salary, depending on the skills and experience you can bring
- Car allowance
- Bonus scheme - with an excellent track record of over-achievement
- Annual Salary Review
- Medicash health cash plan
- Private healthcare
- Digital GP service and Best Doctors (2nd Medical Opinion service)
- Cancer care
- Company sick pay
- Holiday buy scheme
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
- KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools
We'd love to hear from you if you can evidence the following:
Proven Technical and Leadership Experience in Food/FMCG: A minimum of 5–6 years in a Technical Manager role, with hands-on responsibility for product quality and food safety in a large or multi-site food/FMCG environment.
Cross-Functional Leadership and Team Development: Demonstrated track record in people management and cross-functional collaboration, with a coaching and team-focused approach that fosters a unified, one-team mentality across departments.
Technical Problem-Solving and Continuous Improvement Mindset: Strong technical process orientation, with the ability to identify root causes and implement lasting solutions, supporting both current standards and future growth.
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