Production Operative
Sandford, Winscombe, Somerset

Who are Thatchers Cider?

Established in 1904 by William John Thatcher, we have grown into one of the top cider-making businesses in the world. Now in our fourth generation of family cider makers, we’re exceptionally proud of our Somerset roots.

We’ve experienced tremendous growth through industry-leading levels of investment in our marketing, people development, innovative technology and world-class cider mill. The best part? We’re just getting started.

As demand for our incredible cider increases, we are now looking for a number of Production Operatives to join our team at Sandford. You will be fundamental within our team to help process and package one of the most famous ciders in the country.

This is the perfect opportunity for anyone who would like to work in a hands-on environment and start to build their career with such a successful company, working with a fantastic product.

The Role - what will I be doing?

As a Production Operative, your day-to-day job will involve working across our packaging lines, using state-of-the-art machinery and technology. You will form part of a close-knit team responsible for operating and maintaining the production line, whilst also taking responsibility for hygiene, wastage, planning and health and safety.

The Production Team is ever evolving, which means there is plenty of opportunity for progression. We will ensure you become an expert in your field - so will give you all the training and support you need to get the job done and above all, own your area.

About You

The Thatchers team is action-orientated, adaptable and resourceful with high levels of resilience to compete in an exciting yet competitive marketplace. We work hard and, together, we achieve great things. We have a desire to learn, a thirst for knowledge and a passion for quality cider that customers enjoy across the world.

Do you have some of the following attributes, if so, we’d love to hear from you?

- An interest in machinery and process operating
- A ‘can do’ attitude with strong attention to detail
- Work calmly under pressure
- Organised and punctual
- Ability to follow schedules
- Personable and able to work as part of a close-knit team
- Self-motivated and willing to go the extra mile
- Flexible and adaptable

At Thatchers, we don’t always look for experience, it’s about showing the right work mentality. This is because we train you to become the best in your role - we strive upon developing people within and helping others flourish in areas they didn’t know they were good at. Every person counts towards the success of our one common goal - making the best cider in the world!

Other organisations may call this role Production Operator, Manufacturing Operative, Yard Operative, Production Technician, or General Operative.

Webrecruit and Thatchers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

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