KP’s Butterkist factory in Pontefract is a large, modern, cost-effective self-contained unit.
"The Largo Foods UK site in Barnsley has expanded in recent years as business has grown, however the growth has resulted in us occupying a number of business units and the space constraints drive increased costs and some technical challenges. Our review has concluded that we are over capacity across our popcorn manufacturing base. Mark Duffy, manufacturing director at KP Snacks, said: "Following our acquisition of Butterkist in 2017 we have been reviewing our manufacturing capability to ensure that we can deliver quality products with great service and at the right cost for our customers. Approximately 31 roles would be available at the Pontefract facility.
If the move goes ahead, about 90 staff would potentially be at risk of redundancy. The company is proposing to close its Largo Foods UK factory in Barnsley, where some popcorn is currently made, and relocate manufacturing to its Butterkist factory in Pontefract. KP Snacks has revealed plans to close a Yorkshire popcorn factory and relocate production to another facility in the region, with 90 jobs at risk.
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