About the Job
At The Urban Fermentery, we craft small-batch, high-quality fermented foods, supplying both our own brand and private-label products for leading retailers. We are seeking a dedicated Production Operator to join our team and support our growing production lines.
This role is central to ensuring our products are made to the highest quality, safely and efficiently. You'll be working 10-hour shifts, 4 days a week, every second week, providing a great balance between work and time off.
Responsibilities
* Operating and monitoring production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent output
* Carrying out quality checks on ingredients, in-process product, and finished goods (codes, sealing, weights, packaging integrity)
* Demonstrating a strong commitment to Health & Safety by role-modelling safe behaviours, challenging unsafe practices, rectifying unsafe conditions, and escalating issues when support is needed
* Escalating any food safety breaches or quality issues, ensuring that non-conforming products are identified, held, and investigated appropriately
* Supporting the Quality Management System by ensuring all controls, checks, and procedures are completed accurately and consistently
* Upholding Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), hygiene, PPE, and company standards at all times
* Role-modelling a "Clean as You Go" culture and ensuring workplace organisation and visual standards are maintained
* Supporting the Technical team in responding to audits, non-conformances, and consumer complaints with corrective and preventative actions
* Contributing to Short Interval Control Reviews to identify improvements, assign actions, and coordinate resources
* Analysing production and asset performance to drive improvements in efficiency, yields, and equipment utilisation
* Undertaking basic fault-finding and rectification on equipment, escalating issues when needed
* Ensuring equipment is well maintained through compliance with cleaning schedules and validation checks
* Driving continuous improvement by suggesting, implementing, and sharing best practices across shifts
* Bringing energy and enthusiasm to the team, acting quickly on issues, and encouraging others to do the same
What You'll Need to Succeed
* Previous experience in a food or beverage production environment is beneficial but not essential – full training will be provided
* Understanding of food safety, hygiene, or HACCP practices is an advantage
* A team player with good communication skills who can also work independently when required
* High attention to detail and a commitment to quality
* Reliability, good attendance, and a willingness to learn new skills
Pay & Benefits
* £15 per hour
* 10-hour shifts, 4 days a week, every second week (work-life balance with regular long breaks)
* Opportunity to grow with a fast-developing food & drink business
* Staff discounts on our fermented drinks and products
* Free on-site parking
* Be part of a small, passionate team driving innovation in the fermentation industry
About Us
The Urban Fermentery is an independent, Suffolk-based producer specialising in fermented drinks and foods. We are committed to quality, sustainability, and innovation, working closely with retailers to bring naturally crafted products to customers across the UK. As we grow, we're looking for motivated individuals who share our passion for real food and want to be part of an ambitious team making a difference.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 50 per week
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Free parking
Application question(s):
* Ability to get to an from work without public transport
Experience:
* Food manufacturing: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person