The posting
Warehouse & Auto-Palletisation Operator
Pontefract (Home of Butterkist Popcorn)
Initial 6-month temporary contract
On-site
Shift Pattern: Rotating 3-shift pattern, Monday to Friday:
- Monday to Thursday: 6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm, 10pm–6am
- Friday: 6am–1pm, 1pm–8pm, 8pm–3am
Join our snack-loving team We’re looking for a Warehouse & AP 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.
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
Your role will be to support our operations through the safe and efficient use of a range of Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including Reach Truck and Counterbalance Forklift. This role is responsible for operating an automated palletisation system and performing a variety of warehouse tasks to ensure a smooth supply of products to our customers.
Key duties include unloading and putting away inbound deliveries, loading outbound goods, completing system and delivery documentation, and maintaining accurate pallet tracking. You’ll also be responsible for the general operation and basic maintenance (CIL) of the automated palletising equipment, including clearing blockages and reporting defects. Occasional use of a scissor lift may be required.
The role involves regular cleaning tasks in line with site schedules, as well as safety checks such as MHE inspections, risk assessments, and 6S audits to maintain a high standard of safety and organisation in the workplace.
What’s in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here’s a flavour of what we offer:
- Competitive annual salary
- KP Pension Plan with up to 7% matched contributions
- 25 days holiday, with the option to buy up to five additional days for more flexibility
- Comprehensive healthcare support including Health Cash Plan, Digital GP and Employee Assistance Programme
- KP4ME benefits platform with discounts, cashback, wellbeing tools and everyday savings
- Enhanced family-friendly policies to support colleagues at every stage of life
What will you be doing?
- Operate a range of MHE to unload and store inbound materials and load outbound goods, ensuring safe and efficient handling at all times.
- Run and maintain an automated palletisation system, including routine cleaning, inspection, and resolving minor blockages or faults.
- Complete delivery and dispatch paperwork, and carry out relevant system tasks using Warehouse Management Systems (e.g., Autostore/JDE).
- Ensure accurate pallet management, including tracking, counting, and supplying production with required pallets.
- Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness, performing regular cleaning tasks, equipment checks, and participating in 6S and safety audits.
We’d love to hear from you if you can bring:
- Valid Reach Truck and Counterbalance Forklift Licences – essential for operating a range of MHE.
- Proven experience in a warehouse environment, with a strong understanding of goods in/out and stock handling processes.
- Hands-on experience operating machinery, ideally including automated palletisation systems.
- Good IT skills, with the ability to use Warehouse Management Systems (e.g., Autostore/JDE) and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong awareness of health & safety standards, including conducting equipment checks and adhering to site safety procedures.
Our purpose At KP Snacks, we're passionate about creating happy snacking moments through our great tasting snacks and iconic brands. Every day, millions of people enjoy our products, including Hula Hoops, McCoy's, KP Nuts, Tyrrells, Skips, POM-BEAR and Butterkist, making us one of the UK's leading snack manufacturers.
For decades, we've been delighting consumers by combining well-loved favourites with exciting innovations that reflect changing tastes and expectations. We're equally passionate about our people and committed to creating a workplace where everyone can grow, develop and make a real impact.
As part of the Intersnack Group, one of the world's leading snack manufacturers, we combine global expertise with a shared commitment to creating happy snacking moments every day.
We’re committed to inclusion We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know.
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