Lead Operator and Scheduler - Days (shift 1)

Yeo Valley Farms (Production) Ltd; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a values-led organization dedicated to nourishing people and the planet as a Lead Operator/Scheduler. In this role, you will coordinate over 100 co-owners daily, ensuring optimal resource allocation and productivity in a fast-paced production environment. Your organizational skills will shine as you respond to real-time changes, maintain efficiency, and foster a collaborative team atmosphere. With a commitment to personal growth and a supportive workplace culture, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the food industry.

Benefits

Competitive Holiday Allowance

Non-Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Cover

Healthcare Cash Back Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Subsidised Products and Services

Preferential Partner Rates

Learning and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment is essential.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily scheduling of over 100 co-owners to machinery and production lines.
• Collaborate with team leaders and supervisors for smooth operations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

Experience in Manufacturing

Scheduling or Coordination Experience

Job description

So, what will I be doing?

Are you a natural organizer with a knack for keeping things moving smoothly? We're looking for a Lead Operator / Scheduler to join our team at our Blagdon site, playing a key role in scheduling over 100 co-owners to machinery and workstations every single day.

Working with the teams in an area and the wider site team, you will ensure that the team are able to work productively and effectively. Through the coordination of resources across multiple assets and completing performance improvement meetings on the lines, you will ensure optimal utilization of our assets and the optimal use of raw materials.

If you’re interested in developing your career within a business rooted in nature and dedicated to nourishing people and the planet, this could be the perfect next step. We’re proud to be part of a values-led organization that supports personal growth while staying connected to the land and the food we help bring to life.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Directing the daily scheduling of over 100 co-owners to machinery and production lines

2. Responding quickly to changes in real-time to minimise downtime and maintain efficiency

3. Collaborating with team leaders, supervisors, and operations to ensure smooth shift handovers and resource allocation

4. Acting as a central communication point to resolve operational disputes as they arise

5. Continuously reviewing and improving scheduling processes to drive productivity

What we’re looking for:

1. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

2. Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment

3. Ability to stay calm under pressure and make conclusions quickly

4. Great communication skills and a team-first mindset

5. Previous experience in a scheduling or coordination role is a strong advantage

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 and ice cream under the Yeo Valley brand and for many of the UK’s major retailers. Operating from four dairies and two logistics centres in Somerset and Devon, we employ over 1700 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 including:

• 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

Our closing dates are a guide for when the application window should close, although we may close the advert sooner if we can. So, we recommend you get your application in straight away – and don’t miss the opportunity to join us!

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.