Skilled Machine Minder

About Valeo Foods UK

Valeo Foods UK unites a collection of beloved UK food brands underpinned by the strength and vision of a global investment partner. Our portfolio ranges from Kettle’s bold crisps to Rowse’s pure honey, alongside Matthew Walker and Barratt Sweets, combining heritage, craftmanship, and innovation leadership. We are also one of the UK’s leading private label product suppliers, collaborating with major retailers to provide quality and expert category solutions catered to millions of households weekly.

The company is undergoing a transformative phase, focusing on enhancing operations, boosting quality, and investing in talent to shape the future landscape of food in the UK.

Role Overview

We are looking for a committed and capable Machine Minder to join our energetic production squad. You will be central to maintaining and overseeing the seamless operation of our production lines. Your responsibilities will include regular monitoring, servicing, and problem-solving to uphold the highest standards of machinery functionality and product output.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the delivery of PCS 2.0 and SIC from the production line.
• Identify and resolve issues on an hourly basis proactively.
• Own process KPIs during your shifts, covering Health & Safety, Food Safety, Quality, Cost, and Waste management.
• Handle line or shift-specific consumer complaints diligently.
• Carry out audits aimed at performance improvement and maintain exemplary housekeeping.
• Spot and correct unsafe work conditions or behaviors promptly.
• Understand how process parameters influence KPIs for optimized production.
• Lead efforts to enhance housekeeping and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Utilize the fault report system correctly and maintain relevant tag registers for your area.
• Provide constructive feedback to production team members to foster improvement.
• Adhere strictly to company procedures and policies.
• Support training initiatives for new staff within your team.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to manage and motivate teams.
• Proficient in root cause analysis techniques.
• Good communication, verbal, and numerical reasoning abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively under shifting demands.
• Familiarity with Continuous Improvement (CI) tools and operational systems.

Additional Benefits

• Company pension scheme with up to 10% matching contributions.
• Death in service benefit coverage.
• Cycle to work scheme promoting sustainable transportation.
• Access to retailer discount platforms and in-store staff discounts.
• Additional undetailed perks and company offers.