By Lizzie Murphy

Published 9th Mar 2023, 16:45 BST

The Pontefract-based firm, which packs ice cubes for major retailers, recently held a recruitment open day to fill a number of permanent positions within its busy factory.

The Ice Co is currently looking to fill various permanent positions at its South Kirkby factory in West Yorkshire.

The business is seeking people to work in its busy production and operational departments.

The Ice Co. recently held a recruitment open day to fill a number of permanent positions within its busy factory.

The family-owned and operated business, which has won multiple awards in recent years, supplies bags of ice to retailers including Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Waitrose, Ocado, and Amazon, as well as bars and restaurants and independent retailers.

Managing director Polly Metcalfe, said: “As we continue to grow as a business, we’re always looking to recruit new people and welcome great talent into the team.

“Our amazing colleagues play a vital role in producing our unique products and making sure our retail partners have fully stocked freezers all year round.

"Our success is dependent on the fantastic work that our staff do, day in and day out, and we’re looking forward to welcoming new colleagues to The Ice Co team throughout 2023.”

Factory operatives will earn a £750 welcome bonus on successful completion of their first 12 weeks.

Ice manufacturer The Ice Co launches recruitment drive in Yorkshire