Job Description

Barbers Cheesemakers is the oldest and largest family-owned cheddar makers in the world and produce our award winning cheeses in the same dairy that we did back in 1833!

Our aim is to cultivate and nurture a family of employees, customers, suppliers and shareholders inspired to produce and promote worldwide, consistently great quality British cheese and dairy products of integrity, provenance and innovation.

Multi skilled production and process operator level 3 (night shift)

About the role:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining normal production running conditions using logical reasoning and decision making to operate and adjust production equipment parameters (such as Scada systems) as per the company's standard operating procedures (SOP's). will work steadily and methodically to carry out routine manual handling tasks.

A level 3 Operative will be required to take samples from the process and use equipment and/or systems to monitor and record results. TA testing, sampling and setting up the towers as well as support less experienced team members to improve job knowledge and pass on information between shifts and departments as required.

The successful candidate will be numerate and literate at secondary education level and have good IT skills. Knowledge and experience gained in operating within a food manufacturing environment is also essential.

The role works on a Fixed Night shift attracting a 22% shift premium on top of the basic hourly rate.

You will be working Monday to Friday or Sunday to Thursday on permanent nights (21:45 to 06:15).

If you feel you are capable of running production process equipment ensuring high standards are achieved, this is a great time to be part of a well-established local family business that will reward capability with development and growth opportunities.

Operative - Level 3

:?Some of the daily tasks involved with the Level 3 operator role include:

Monitor and plan production equipment availability to maintain normal running conditions. Adjusting settings to meet specifications. If further support is required, refer technical issues to Technical Operative and Shift Manager for resolution.. Maintaining normal production running by monitoring the production processes and recording results in our quality monitoring system, ensuring we are working within the defined tolerances to make great cheese. Using logical reasoning and decision making to adjust machines where necessary to ensure consistent running. Work as part of a team to overcome any challenges and develop yourself and others. Ensure good audit ready standards at all times. Contribute to production performance and quality targets to ensure consistently delivering great quality products to our customers.

About you:

Conscientious team player, contributing to team goals. Flexible and adaptable to help teams across different parts of the process (training will be given in all areas). Accurate in your daily tasks, with good attention to detail. Open minded and accepting of development and change. Takes pride in work and results, always looking to improve. Working with respect and integrity at all times.

Pay:

14.71 per hour (17.95 per hour which includes 22% shift allowance for a 40-hour week) 36,336 per year including shift allowance.

Hours:

The working pattern is 5 days per week working Monday to Friday or Sunday to Thursday 21:45 until 06:15.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.71 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Shepton Mallet BA4 6PR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Food production: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 25/08/2025
Reference ID: Nights Shift Operative Level 3 - Cheese Dairy