Job Description

Canning Line Operator (with Engineering Development Potential)

Location:

Finchampstead

Contract:

Full-time

Siren is an internationally renowned brewery, celebrated for our flagship beers, creative collaborations, and small-batch releases that push boundaries. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a

hands-on, ambitious, and mechanically minded person

to join our packaging team.

This is an

entry-level role

operating and maintaining our canning line -- but it comes with the opportunity to grow into an engineering-focused position within the brewery. If you're passionate about brewing, enjoy problem-solving, and love working with tools and machinery, this is a unique chance to develop your skills and career with us.

Key Responsibilities

Operate the canning line, ensuring beer is packaged to the highest standards. Monitor quality control checks including weights, fills, CO?, DO, and TPO readings. Keep the packaging area clean and well maintained, following food hygiene standards. Perform size and format changes on packaging equipment as needed. Assist with cleaning in place (CIP) and other brewery cellaring tasks. Support routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on packaging equipment. Keep accurate records and follow checklists for daily operations. Move raw materials and finished product using pallet/forklift trucks. Learn and contribute to creating/updating standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Development Opportunities

This role is designed to

grow with you

. Over time, you'll gain exposure and training in:

Mechanical and electrical maintenance of packaging equipment. Process improvement and efficiency projects. Working with suppliers on equipment upgrades and servicing. Stock management and spare parts planning. Broader brewery engineering responsibilities beyond packaging.
Experience & Skills

Essential

A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and hands-on approach. Practical/mechanical aptitude (comfortable with tools, fixing or tinkering). Ability to work in a fast-paced, physical environment. Good communication skills and a team-first mindset. Basic IT/admin skills (Microsoft Office). Physically fit (able to lift/move 25kg).

Desirable (but not required -- training will be provided)

Experience in packaging, manufacturing, or engineering. Previous exposure to canning or bottling lines. Basic mechanical/electrical repair skills. Forklift licence.
What We Offer

The chance to

start in packaging but grow into an engineering role

as the brewery expands. A fun, supportive, and dynamic team environment. Training and mentoring to develop your skills. Company pension scheme. Generous employee discount. Opportunities to attend some of the best food & drink events in the country.
If you're looking for an entry-level role with

real career progression in brewing and engineering

, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you're the right fit for this opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,420.00-28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Store discount
Work Location: In person