Company Description

At Valeo Foods UK we bring together a family of much-loved UK food brands supported by the scale and ambition of a global investment partner. From Kettle’s bold crunch to Rowse’s natural sweetness, through to Matthew Walker and Barratt Sweets, our portfolio blends heritage, craft and category-leading innovation.

Alongside our branded portfolio, we are also one of the UK’s largest suppliers of private label products, partnering with major retailers to deliver quality and category expertise that meets the needs of millions of households every week.

As a business, we’re on a journey of transformation. We’re strengthening our operations, driving quality and investing in our people. It’s an exciting, fast-moving environment where heritage meets new thinking, and where every colleague contributes to shaping the future of food across the UK.

Join us and play your part in building the next chapter of some of Britain’s most loved brands.

Job Description

Food Production Operatives Day Shift

Salary: £25,862.20

Shifts: Monday–Friday, rotating early (6:00–14:00) and late (14:00–22:00)

Join us as a Food Production Operative at our Valeo Foods York site — home of Poppets and XXX Mints — where we produce some of the UK’s most loved confectionery. Every role here plays a vital part in keeping our products moving from factory to fans.

About the role

As a Food Production Operative, you’ll work hands-on with our machinery and production lines. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and operating equipment

• Monitoring performance and quality

• Completing routine checks

• Troubleshooting and adjusting machinery to keep production running smoothly

It’s a fast-paced environment where teamwork is essential, and your contribution will directly help deliver treats enjoyed across the country.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for in our Food Production Operatives:

You don’t need previous experience — just a positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn. If you enjoy practical work, solving problems, and being part of a supportive team, you’ll fit right in.

We’re looking for reliable people who work well in a team and feel comfortable in a busy factory environment. Because the shifts rotate, living locally or having your own transport is a real advantage. Previous factory experience is useful but not essential — we hire for potential and will provide all the training you need.

Our application process

There’s no CV required. Instead, you’ll complete a short Arctic Shores assessment that helps us understand your strengths and working style. We want to get to know the real you, not just your work history.

Additional Information

What we offer you in return

• Salary: £25,862.20

• Day Shifts - Monday–Friday, rotating between 6:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00

• Excellent Career Opportunities

• Matched pension scheme up to 10%

• Death in service

• Cycle to work scheme

• Retailer discount platform

• Staff discount

• And plenty more!