Job Description

About Us

Brue Valley Farms is a traditional, family-owned business based in the heart of Somerset, dedicated to producing award-winning artisan butter and cows' milk mozzarella. We combine generations of dairy expertise with traditional methods and skilled craftsmanship to supply high-quality retailers and independent outlets across the country.

With a clear vision to make and sell the best-tasting, highest-quality dairy products, we're proud to maintain the values and techniques of artisan dairy production while growing sustainably.

The Role

We are currently seeking a reliable, strong, and experienced Production Operator to join our dedicated team. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced production environment, working to ensure our artisan dairy products are produced and packed to the highest standards our customers expect.

Due to a high training burden affecting our productivity, we are now focusing on hiring candidates with proven production or packing experience who can quickly contribute with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Operate production and packaging machinery for butter and mozzarella manufacturing.

Assemble, pack, and prepare finished products for dispatch, meeting strict quality and presentation standards.

Collaborate with the team to meet daily production targets and deadlines.

Maintain a clean and organised work area in line with health and safety regulations.

Assist with routine maintenance and minor troubleshooting of production equipment.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience

as a Production Operator, Packer, or in a similar manufacturing role.

Physically fit, dependable, and capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

High attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

Strong work ethic, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and within a team.

Familiarity with dairy production or food manufacturing is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

A full-time, permanent position:

Monday to Friday, 07:30-16:30 or Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:30

A starting pay rate of

12.21 per hour

, with potential for growth as skills are developed and demonstrated.

A friendly, supportive team culture in a respected, traditional family business.

The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the craft of artisan dairy production.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Experience:

Food Production: 2 years (required) Factory : 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person