At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to operate mixing equipment and ensure top-quality production.
- Company: Yeo Valley, a proud British brand known for quality dairy products.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive holidays, pension schemes, healthcare cash back, and more.
- Other info: Great opportunities for personal growth in a supportive workplace.
- Why this job: Be part of a family that values care for people and the environment.
- Qualifications: Team player with attention to detail and relevant machine operating experience.
The predicted salary is between 34200 - 41800 £ per year.
So, what will I be doing?
Join a team that helps create the foundation of everything we do.
At Yeo Valley, we’re proud of our world‑class products and the people who make them.
Right now, we’re looking for a hands‑on, reliable Skilled Operator to join our Blagdon facility.
As a key player in the production process, you’ll be responsible for the accurate preparation and packing of our product – the critical base of our product line.
Your role will involve operating mixing equipment, monitoring quality standards, maintaining hygiene protocols, and ensuring efficient, on‑time supply to downstream production.
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 team member as both a sponsor and a co‑owner.
You'll be part of a workplace that values care—for our environment, our products, and most importantly, for each other.
We grow stronger together by creating a culture where respect, wellbeing, and development are part of everyday life.
What You'll Do
- Operate and maintain milk mixing systems and associated equipment
- Accurately follow mixing recipes and production schedules
- Conduct routine quality checks and maintain batch records
- Collaborate with production and QA teams to ensure consistency and compliance
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment
- Assist with inventory, stock rotation, and general plant support
Sounds interesting, what do I need?
Essential
- Good team working skills
- Able to undertake manual tasks
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Relevant work experience as a machine Operator in a production environment
Desirable
- Basic Food hygiene
- Knowledge of HACCP
- Engineering skillset
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 1900 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
Unfortunately, we’re not able to provide employment sponsorship to candidates at this moment in time.
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Skilled Operator - Days in Blagdon employer: Yeo Valley Farms (Production) Ltd
At Yeo Valley, we pride ourselves on being an independent British company that values its employees as co-owners, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our Blagdon facility offers a range of benefits including competitive holiday allowance, a non-contributory pension scheme, and extensive learning and development opportunities, ensuring that every team member can thrive both personally and professionally. Join us in our commitment to quality and sustainability, where respect and wellbeing are at the heart of our culture.
Contact Details:
Yeo Valley Farms (Production) Ltd Recruitment Team
