Premier Foods has announced a £36 million investment in its Worksop manufacturing site, in what represents one of the largest private sector investments in the town in recent years.
Loyd Grossman Production Moves to Worksop
The investment will bring production of Loyd Grossman cooking sauces in-house at the Worksop factory from early 2028. The sauces are currently manufactured by a third-party supplier, but Premier Foods has decided to consolidate production at its own facility.
The expansion includes a new high-speed manufacturing line, expanded storage capacity, and a new link road to improve logistics at the site. Work is expected to continue through to 2029.
500 Jobs and Growing
The Worksop site currently employs around 500 people and the investment is expected to secure those jobs for the long term. The company is already recruiting for senior positions, including a Supply Chain Manager.
Once complete, the expanded facility will more than double annual cooking sauce output from the site, making it one of Premier Foods' most significant production hubs in the UK.
Boost for Local Economy
The investment is welcome news for Worksop's economy at a time when the town centre faces challenges from shop closures and falling property values in some postcodes. The construction phase alone will create opportunities for local contractors and suppliers.
Premier Foods, which also produces Bisto, Oxo, Mr Kipling, and Ambrosia from sites across the UK, reported strong financial results in its most recent trading update, driven by growth in its cooking sauces and flavourings division.
The Worksop factory has been a major employer in the town for decades, and this investment signals continued commitment to the site well into the next decade.
