Mechanical Operator

KP Snacks
📍 Pontefract, England, United Kingdom 💼 fulltime_permanent 🕒 Posted June 07, 2026

Job Description

Mechanical Operator (known internally as Lead Operator (Equipment Owner))
Pontefract (Home of Butterkist Popcorn)
On-site | Monday - Friday, three-shift rotation (05:45 - 14:00, 13:45 - 22:00, 21:45 - 06:00)

Join our snack-loving team
We’re looking for a Lead Operator 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.

About the role

Our Manufacturing teams are at the heart of KP Snacks. They safely produce the high‑quality snacks our consumers love, while working in a fast‑paced, high‑performing environment. We focus on safety, quality, cost and service to deliver on our commitments and continually improve how we work.


As a Lead Operator, you will take operational responsibility for shift performance within a defined area or asset group. You will coordinate day‑to‑day ac...

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Job Details

  • Location Pontefract, England
  • Job Type fulltime_permanent
  • Category Other Production Occupations
  • Posted Date June 07, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 17, 2026