Food Production Operatives - Night shift in York

Job description

Company Description

At Valeo Foods UK, we're the creative force behind an array of beloved brands spanning indulgence, innovation, and tradition. From the iconic crunch of Kettle Crisps to the pure sweetness of Rowse Honey, and the rich heritage of Matthew Walker puddings, our portfolio reflects our commitment to quality and diversity.

But that's not all – our family of brands extends further, encompassing an exciting array of products and experiences. Whether it's the Wild West flavours of New World Foods, the nostalgic joy of Barratt sweets, or the timeless appeal of Metcalfe Popcorn, each brand carries its own unique story, flavour, and charm. Join us on a journey where passion meets flavour, crafting experiences that bring people together and delight taste buds.

Job Description

Food Production operative Nights

Salary: £28,388.10

Shifts: Sunday to Thursday, 22:00–06:00

Join us as a Night Shift Food Production Operative at our York site — home of Poppets and XXX Mints — where we create some of the UK’s most recognisable confectionery. Every role here plays a vital part in keeping production moving smoothly and ensuring our products meet the high standards customers expect.

About The Role

As a Night Food Production Operative, you’ll help keep our factory running efficiently through the night. Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and operating machinery
• Monitoring performance and product quality
• Making adjustments to maintain smooth production
• Completing routine checks and troubleshooting issues as they arise
  
  

This is a practical, hands-on role in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, teamwork, and attention to detail are key.

Qualifications

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

You don’t need previous experience — just a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work well as part of a supportive night-shift team.

We’re looking for people who work well in a team, stay focused in a busy environment, and can help keep production running smoothly throughout the night. Because this role is night-based, it’s important that you live locally or have reliable transport to get to and from the site. Previous factory experience is helpful but not essential — we hire for potential and provide full training to help you succeed.

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 focus on what you can do, not just your past experience.

If you’re motivated, dependable, and ready to contribute to a team that keeps our production running overnight, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Information

What we offer you in return

• Salary: £28,388.10
• Night Shifts – Sunday to Thursday 10pm to 6am
• Excellent Career Opportunities
• Matched pension scheme up to 10%
• Death in service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retailer discount platform
• Staff discount
• And plenty more!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

York

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

13-12-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English