Machine Operator

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.

3 Rotational Shifts: Monday to Friday (6am till 2pm, 2pm till 10pm and 10pm till 6am)

Our site is all about producing high-quality snack products. Whether it’s keeping our production lines running smoothly or ensuring everything meets our standards, every role here is vital in delivering the brands people love.

What’s the role about?

As a Machine Operator, your main job is to keep our production equipment running efficiently. You’ll be setting up machines, monitoring their performance, and making adjustments to ensure everything runs like clockwork. There’s a lot of hands-on work – from troubleshooting issues to ensuring we meet our production and quality targets.

It’s a fast-paced environment, and you’ll be part of a team that takes pride in what we do. Whether you’re completing routine checks or stepping in to fix an issue, you’ll play a key role in keeping things moving.

Why work with us?

I came to Valeo Foods because I wanted a workplace where I could grow and use my skills – and I’ve found exactly that. Here’s what you can expect:

• A clear path for growth: If you’ve worked in factories before and want to develop your technical skills, this is a great place to do it.
• Supportive team environment: We work together to solve problems and hit our goals. It’s a collaborative atmosphere where everyone pulls their weight.
• Pride in your work: It’s satisfying to know that the products we help make end up on shelves across the country.

What do you need to succeed?

We’re looking for people with previous machine experience – food production experience is a big plus. You’ll also need:

• An eye for detail to carry out quality checks and make sure every product meets our standards.
• Practical skills to operate and adjust machinery safely and efficiently.
• Reliability: This is a team environment, and we all count on each other to keep things running.
• Adaptability: Things can change quickly on the line, so staying calm and solving problems is key.

Please note you will start off as a grade 1 operator and once all training is completed you will work your way up to a grade 2 or 3 machine operator. 

What we offer you in return:

• Excellent Career Opportunities
• Matched pension scheme up to 10%
• Death in service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retailer discount platform
• Staff discount 
• And plenty more!

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with Valeo Foods UK? Let’s chat.