Food Production Operative

Salary: £25,105.23 per year (£13.72 per hour)
Shifts: Monday–Friday, rotating between 6:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00

At our York site – home of Poppets and XXX Mints – we make some of the UK’s most well-known confectionery. Every role here is important, whether it’s keeping production lines moving or making sure every product meets our quality standards.

As a Production Operative, you’ll be hands-on with our machinery and production processes. You’ll set up equipment, monitor performance, and make adjustments to keep things running smoothly. Some days will be about completing routine checks, others about fixing issues quickly so we meet our targets. It’s a fast-moving environment where teamwork matters, and your work will directly contribute to products enjoyed across the country.

Our application process
We use Arctic Shores to help us understand your strengths — no CV required. This means we’re looking at what you can do, not just what’s on paper. If you’re motivated, willing to learn, and want to be part of a supportive team, we want to hear from you.

We need people who are reliable, can work well in a team, and are comfortable in a busy factory setting. Because shifts rotate, living locally or having your own transport is helpful. Previous factory experience is useful, but not essential — we hire for potential and will give you the training you need.

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!