Skilled Operator

So, what will I be doing? We are on the lookout for an experienced Skilled Machine Operator to join our diverse, friendly and passionate Production Team at Yeo Valley Newton Abbot. This is one of our largest production sites and offers the opportunity to play an important part in helping us to deliver our high quality products to our customers across the UK.

You will thrive in a fast paced production environment, have a can‑do attitude and strong work ethic. This role provides an opportunity to learn new skills and further build a career in manufacturing. The shift patterns for the role are based on a 4 on 4 off pattern 06:00 to 18:00 daily based in our Low Risk, Operations & High Risk Teams.

Also, you will become a co‑owner at Yeo Valley, taking advantage of our benefits package that includes a non‑contribution pension, co‑ownership of the company that includes a yearly bonus and a healthcare cashback plan.

• Embracing Health & Safety and Quality requirements.
• Packing of well‑known products.
• Operating a wide variety of machinery (filling, packing, forming or CNC machines).
• Demonstrating a commitment to delivery, leading by example and completing paperwork accurately.
• Application of current GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Taking apart, cleaning and rebuilding production equipment.
• Any other duties reasonably required.

• Experience operating machinery (filling, packing, forming or CNC machines).
• Good communication skills, effective use of numeracy and literacy for documentation and record‑keeping.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding role.
• A personal commitment to maintaining high cleaning and hygiene standards.
• Willingness to work 12‑hour shifts.
• Highly engaged, a good team player and an ability to work unsupervised.

• Free parking.
• Top of the range PPE and your own locker.
• 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 partners.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Annual bonus as part of the Employee Benefit Trust, based on company performance.
• Co‑ownership of the company with a yearly bonus.