Packaging Operator - Butcombe Brewery - Distribution

Butcombe Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the beverage industry as a Packaging Operator. You will play a crucial role in maintaining packaging operations, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. This position offers a supportive team environment, competitive salary, and numerous benefits including discounts and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

30% discount at Butcombe Pubs

20% off online shop purchases

Cycle to Work scheme

24/7 health support

Qualifications

• Passion for quality and attention to detail.
• Basic mechanical skills for troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with packaging machinery is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain packaging line equipment with precision.
• Conduct quality checks and complete documentation.
• Drive a forklift truck to support operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic mechanical skills

Team-focused attitude

Education

FLT licence (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Packaging Operator in Bridgwater!

Are you passionate about creating exceptional products and experiences? We're looking for a Packaging Operator to join our dynamic team, working alongside our Brewers and Packaging Team to ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of our packaging lines.

Why Join Us?

This role is more than just packaging — it's about making an impact. You'll be part of a supportive and inspiring environment where teamwork, authenticity, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

What You'll Do:

• Work 10 x 0700-1900 shifts over 3 weeks of weekdays (2 x 3 day weeks + 1 x 4 day week). No night shifts.
• Operate and maintain bottle and keg line equipment with precision and care.
• Troubleshoot and repair packaging line equipment to keep production flowing.
• Ensure cleanliness and organisation across all packaging areas.
• Conduct quality checks and complete documentation to the highest standards.
• Safely drive a forklift truck (FLT) to support operations.
• Champion health and safety practices, ensuring a safe workplace for everyone.

What You'll Bring:

• A passion for quality and attention to detail.
• Basic mechanical skills to handle troubleshooting and repairs.
• Familiarity with packaging line machinery (desirable).
• An FLT licence or willingness to obtain one.
• A positive, team-focused attitude with a drive to excel in every task.

What do you get working for us?

• A salary of £23,810 per year for 37.5 hours per week.
• 25 days holiday, plus 8 Bank Holidays per year with options to buy additional days throughout the year.
• 30% discount on food, drink, and rooms at any Butcombe Pub.
• 20% off retail purchases in our online shops for beer and merch.
• Savings and discounts from thousands of online retailers, and so much more, with the Benefits Bar.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• 24/7 Mental, Financial and Physical Health support.
• Opportunities for growth, development, and promotion.

At our core, we believe in delivering results from the heart, setting the bar high, and creating products that become the talk of the town. If you're ready to play your part in our story, we'd love to hear from you!