Skilled Operator - Nights

Yeo Valley Farms (Production) Ltd; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

PPE provided

Holiday allowance

Non-contributory pension

Life cover

Healthcare cash back

Cycle to work

Staff product discounts

Job summary

Yeo Valley Farms (Production) Ltd is seeking a Production Operator to ensure yogurt is filled, sealed, coded and packed to high quality standards on the production line.

You will support efficient line performance, perform routine checks, and work closely with Production and QA to maintain compliance and resolve issues quickly. The role operates on a 18:00–06:00 4 on 4 off night shift pattern with a strong focus on hygiene and safety.

Qualifications

• Good team working skills.
• Able to undertake manual tasks.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate filling, sealing, coding and packing machinery safely and efficiently.
• Monitor product quality, packaging integrity and line performance throughout the shift.
• Complete routine checks (weights, seals, codes, visual standards) and record results accurately.
• Work closely with Production and QA to maintain compliance and resolve issues quickly.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working area in line with hygiene standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Manual tasks

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Job description

So, what will I be doing?

At Yeo Valley, we're about more than just making great food – we're here to Nurture & Nourish People & Planet by Making Great Food the Right Way. Forever. As a co-owned business, we invest in our people, encourage growth, and believe in doing things properly.

At the heart of our business is a deep connection to nature and a pledge to nurturing our people. As a co-owned company, we believe in supporting every co-owner within their Yeo Valley journey. You'll be part of a workplace that cares & values our environment, our products, and most importantly, each other. We grow stronger together by creating a culture where respect, wellbeing, and development are part of everyday life.

Purpose of role - Production: Ensure yogurt is filled, sealed, coded and packed to the highest quality standards, supporting efficient line performance and meeting daily production targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate filling, sealing, coding and packing machinery safely and efficiently
• Monitor product quality, packaging integrity and line performance throughout the shift
• Complete routine checks (weights, seals, codes, visual standards) and record results accurately
• Work closely with Production and QA to maintain compliance and resolve issues quickly
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working area in line with hygiene standards

Support changeovers, material replenishment and general line operations.

Standard shift patterns are 18:00 - 06:00 on a 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern.

Sounds interesting, what do I need?

Essential:

• Good team working skills
• Able to undertake manual tasks
• Attention to detail
• Effective communication

Desirable:

• Basic Food hygiene
• Knowledge of HACCP
• Relevant work experience as a Machine Operator in a production environment

Why should I join the family?

We’re independent, British and proud to be making the highest quality yogurts, desserts, soups and ice cream under the Yeo Valley brand and for many of the UK’s major retailers. Operating from four manufacturing sites and two logistics centres in Somerset and Devon, we employ over 2000 staff and produce more than 25% of the UK’s packaged yogurt.

We’re sure you don’t need convincing, but there’s a whole host of benefits that we offer. It goes without saying that you'll have access to free parking, top of the range personal protection equipment (PPE).

You'll also receive the following:

• Competitive holiday allowance
• Non-contributory pension scheme
• Life cover
• Healthcare cash back plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised Yeo Valley products and services preferential rates with our partners learning and development opportunities; we’re committed to ensuring all of our employees have the chance to grow.

Unfortunately, we’re not able to provide employment sponsorship to candidates at this moment in time. Please note that Yeo Valley do not accept speculative agency applications; we will only accept applications from preferred suppliers that have been submitted to us via our recruitment portal at the point of instruction.