Brewing and Process Operator

Carlsberg Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly product allowance

Private Medical options

Life Assurance

Company bonus scheme

Access to 24/7 GP services

Enhanced pension contribution

Access to high street discounts

Job summary

Carlsberg Group is looking for a Brewing and Process Operator at Northampton Brewery. The role involves operating equipment safely, delivering production targets, and maintaining high hygiene standards. The candidate should have a General Certificate in Brewing or be working towards it.

This is a full-time position with competitive salary and numerous benefits including a monthly product allowance, private medical options, life assurance, and a company bonus scheme.

Qualifications

• General Certificate in Brewing or working towards this qualification preferred.
• Full working rights within the UK – sponsorship not provided.
• Clear and effective communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and equipment safely and efficiently according to procedures.
• Deliver production plans and performance targets consistently.
• Maintain hygiene and housekeeping standards.

Skills

IT literate (QC/SPC, Word, Excel)

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of health, safety & environmental considerations

Education

General Certificate in Brewing or working towards it

Job description

Brewing and Process Operator

Job Title: Team Member – Brewing & Processing

Location: Northampton Brewery, NN1

Shift Times: 2 days, 2 nights – 4 on, 4 off (12 hour shifts, 06:00 – 06:00)

Job Length: 16 Month FTC – Full Time

Competitive Salary with extensive benefits:

• Monthly product allowance – alcoholic & non-alcoholic options available
• Private Medical options
• Life Assurance
• Company bonus scheme
• Access to 24/7 GP services
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Access to a range of high street discounts

About the role:

We are now recruiting for a Team Member within our Brewing & Process team at Northampton Brewery. Reporting into the Process Team Manager, this role will be responsible for:

Role Responsibilities

• Operate plant and equipment safely and efficiently in line with standard procedures
• Deliver production plans, service levels, and performance targets consistently
• Resolve problems effectively while advancing continuous improvement and operational optimisation
• Promote health, safety, environmental, and quality standards throughout all activities
• Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards, keeping areas clean and audit-ready
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, building strong, effective working relationships
• Increase shift productivity and proactively identify efficiency improvements
• Complete CIL tasks and support basic maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs
• Operate across key production stages, ensuring outputs meet specification and right-first-time standards
• Provide flexible support across the team, including cover for the Shift Brewing Manager when required

Experience and Key Attributes

• General Certificate in Brewing or working towards the qualification preferred
• IT literate (QC/SPC, Word, Excel)
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Have knowledge of the relevant Health, Safety & Environmental considerations
• Understanding of ‘right first time’ principles
• Full working rights within the UK – we cannot sponsor for this role

Our commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences - including those of different races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, religions, and socioeconomic statuses. We actively seek to create a safe and inclusive environment for all of our colleagues, where diverse perspectives are welcomed, and inclusive practices are embedded in everything we do.

We are happy to support accessibility needs, to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates, so please do let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process.