Specialist Food Operative

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.

All great recipes start with the right ingredients. Become a Weighing and Batching Specialist operative at Matthew Walker!

At our Heanor site we are looking for 5 x Specialist Weighing and Batching operatives.  This is a really physical role and involves transferring large containers of ingredients to and from mixers. These can weigh up to 140 kilos, pushing and pulling, so we are looking for candidates who are physically able to handle this type of work.

This is a fast paced environment , handling all raw materials including nuts (we are a peanut free site) and operating bulk delivery systems when weighing materials, as well as using scoops to weigh from bins.

Your role will also encompass operating the mixers once the raw materials have been weighed and tipped in to the mixers.

About you:

• No experience necessary – just bring your love for food and a dash of curiosity.
• You’re a recipe follower with a flair for precision – you know how to make a perfect mix.
• You’ve got an eye for detail, and you love seeing ingredients come together into something amazing.
• competency with data entry and numbers, as you will be entering details onto our recipe management system to show full traceability of the ingredients process

Not essential but nice to have:

• Food and Safety Level 2
• Health and Safety Level 2

Shift: weekly rota system that covers from  06.00-15.30 Mon-Fri.

Salary: £26,047.83pa

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!

If you're ready to take on a new challenge and make a difference, we want to hear from you! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join Valeo Foods UK.