Working at Yeo

Manazer Salam is a Dairy Operative at our largest Production site in Blagdon, Somerset. We talked to him about what it's like working for Yeo Valley, and being a key worker during the pandemic.

What’s your role at Yeo Valley?

I am a Dairy Operative, Runner, Packer, Company Driver and a representative in the Joint Consultation Committee (also been a Health and Safety rep).

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Today, Yeo Valley remains a family-owned farming and dairy business. To celebrate the hard work and passion that Yeo Valley people have shown in the past five decades, in March 2020 a 20% share of Yeo Valley Production was placed into an Employee Benefit Trust. This means that everyone at Yeo Valley is eligible for an annual bonus, based on company performance.

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How did you get into Development?

Originally, I wanted to be a Nutritionist but after going to Uni (Bath Spa) and having lectures in Product Development and doing work experience in NPD in my summer holiday, I knew that I wanted to be in Development and in a creative role…and I love food which helps.

What does a typical day look like for you? (If there is such thing!)

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We talked to Nathan Slee, Assistant Buyer and Duncan Rideout, Packaging Project Supervisor from our Procurement Team.

What does a typical day look like for you, Nathan? (If there is such a thing!)

Nathan: Every day is different; I might meet with an existing supplier in the morning, deal with a new requirement query or an existing contract and then spend time in the afternoon examin... Read More »

What interested you in Engineering?

I’ve been interested in engineering since I was in my teens; my dad was an engineer and I found it fascinating when he would fix broken toys and appliances. In school, I wasn’t encouraged to pursue a career in engineering and it wasn’t until I started to work for Yeo Valley that I felt my passion for engineering being reawakened!

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