Skilled Operator Operations Days (Shift 1)

Yeo Valley Organic; Paignton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

PPE provided

Competitive holiday allowance

Non-contributory pension

Life assurance

Healthcare cashback plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee product discounts

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Yeo Valley in the Paignton area is hiring production operatives to join our manufacturing team. Whether you're on the packing line, handling materials, or helping move goods through dispatch, you'll play a vital role in delivering quality products.

This role operates on a 4 on/4 off days pattern, offering a hands-on, fast-paced environment where teamwork and attention to detail matter. We value safety, reliability, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to undertake manual handling tasks.
• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable and safety-conscious in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Positive attitude

Good communication

Manual handling

Attention to detail

Reliable

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

Food Hygiene qualification

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Join Our Team at Yeo Valley

Days | 4 on 4 off Shift Opportunities Available

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're committed to supporting our people, developing talent, and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe our success comes from working together, doing things properly, and always looking for ways to improve.

So, what will I be doing?

Join Our Team at Yeo Valley

Days | 4 on 4 off Shift Opportunities Available

At the heart of our business is a deep connection to nature and a commitment to our co-owners. You'll be joining a team that values respect, wellbeing, sustainability, and personal growth, while helping to produce some of the UK's favourite dairy products.

About The Role

We're looking for enthusiastic and reliable Production Operatives to join our manufacturing team. Whether you're supporting the production process, operating packing lines, or helping move finished goods through our chill and dispatch operations, you'll play an important role in ensuring our products reach customers safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment where teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality are essential.

What You'll Be Doing

Depending on your area of work, responsibilities may include:

• Operating production, processing, packing or warehouse equipment safely and efficiently
• Monitoring product quality and carrying out routine quality checks
• Following production schedules, procedures, and food safety standards
• Recording information accurately and maintaining traceability records
• Supporting product changeovers and line efficiencies
• Moving materials and finished products safely around the site
• Maintaining excellent hygiene, housekeeping, and safety standards
• Working closely with Production, Quality, Planning, and Logistics teams to achieve daily targets
• Contributing to a positive team environment focused on continuous improvement

Sounds interesting, what do I need?

Essential

• A 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

• Previous experience within a food manufacturing, production, warehouse, or logistics environment
• Food Hygiene qualification
• Knowledge of HACCP principles
• Experience operating machinery or production equipment
• Counterbalance or warehouse experience (for logistics-based roles)

Why should I join the family?

At Yeo Valley, we believe work should be about more than just a job.

As a co-owned organisation, every co-owner plays a part in shaping our future. We encourage people to share ideas, develop new skills, and build rewarding careers. From apprenticeships and development programmes to internal progression opportunities, we're committed to helping our co-owners grow. You'll join a business that genuinely cares about its people, its communities, animal welfare, and the environment, while producing award-winning products enjoyed across the UK.

We're independent, British and proud to be producing the highest-quality yogurts, desserts, soups and ice cream under the Yeo Valley brand and for many of the UK's leading retailers. Operating from four manufacturing sites and two logistics centres across Somerset and Devon, we employ over 2,000 people and produce more than 25% of the UK's packaged yogurt.

As well as free parking and high-quality PPE, you'll benefit from:

• 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 across the business

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide employment sponsorship at this time.

Please note that Yeo Valley does not accept speculative agency applications and will only accept applications from preferred suppliers instructed through our recruitment portal.