Food Production Operator - 4 On/4 Off Shift

Yeo Valley Production Ltd; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive holiday allowance

Non-contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Healthcare cashback plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Subsidised Yeo Valley products

Learning and development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Yeo Valley is seeking enthusiastic Production Operatives to join our manufacturing team in the United Kingdom. You will support production processes, operate packing lines, and move finished goods through chill and dispatch operations, ensuring safety, quality and efficiency.

This hands-on, fast-paced role requires teamwork, attention to detail and a commitment to high standards. Training and progression opportunities exist in a co-owned business that values people, planet and communities.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to undertake manual handling tasks.
• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable, safety-conscious approach to work.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Desirable: Experience in food manufacturing/production/warehouse/logistics.
• Desirable: Food Hygiene qualification.
• Desirable: Knowledge of HACCP principles.
• Desirable: Experience operating machinery or production equipment.
• Desirable: Counterbalance or warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate production, processing, packing or warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor product quality and perform routine quality checks.
• Follow production schedules, procedures and food safety standards.
• Record information accurately and maintain traceability records.
• Support product changeovers and line efficiencies.
• Move materials and finished products safely around the site.
• Maintain hygiene, housekeeping and safety standards.
• Work with Production, Quality, Planning and Logistics teams to hit daily targets.
• Contribute to a positive team environment focused on continuous improvement.

Skills

Positive attitude

Communication

Teamwork

Manual handling

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Fast-paced environment

Tools

N/A

Job description

Yeo Valley is seeking enthusiastic Production Operatives to join our manufacturing team in the United Kingdom. You will support production processes, operate packing lines, and move finished goods through chill and dispatch operations, ensuring safety, quality and efficiency.

This hands-on, fast-paced role requires teamwork, attention to detail and a commitment to high standards. Training and progression opportunities exist in a co-owned business that values people, planet and communities.