Careers

FORK LIFT DRIVERS

We currently have opportunities within our Yard and Warehousing Teams for Forklift Truck Drivers.

Duties include:

The Forklift Truck Driver role involves assisting with the day-to-day operations of the yard or warehousing areas, supporting both Distribution and Production Teams on site. Key duties for the yard and/or warehousing areas include; ensuring the accurate, efficient and effective loading of all goods-out on to vehicles; checking the vehicles, using scanners for the efficient processing of stock; ensuring that loads are securely palletised and correctly loaded; conducting correct stock rotation; supporting production with the supply of materials to production lines and to be responsible for ensuring the correct bottles are offloaded as per the production requirements.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills/experience/ qualifications:

• Experience working within a yard/warehousing/production environment;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Ability to work under own initiative as well as part of a team;
• Ability to build good rapport with internal stakeholders;
• Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence;
• Previous shunting experience is advantageous.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

For further information about the role, please contact our HR Team on 01531 660233.

The hours for this role are either 3.30pm - 11.00pm Sunday - Thursday or 1.30pm – 10pm Monday – Friday 

These are full-time, permanent positions.

Benefits include:

• Company Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan
• Share Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers
• Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant
• On-site gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional holiday purchase scheme available

CHEF/COOK

We are currently seeking to recruit a Chef/Cook to join our fantastic Scrumpy House Restaurant which serves a mouth-watering menu of delicious, locally sourced food.

Duties include:

The successful candidate will work alongside the Hospitality Team and will provide food preparation and catering for the Scrumpy House Restaurant. This includes breakfast, lunch and dinners as well as catering for functions and special events such as private parties, corporate hospitality and staff long service/retirement lunches.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills/experience:

• Previous experience of working in a commercial kitchen environment.
• City & Guilds 7061/2 or equivalent NVQ.
• Food Handlers Certificate – Level 2 or above.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Able to work under own initiative as well as working within a team.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Personal Licence is advantageous.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

For further information about the role, please contact the HR Team on 01531 660 233.

This is a full time, permanent position, predominantly straight day shifts between the hours of 9am - 5pm. With 1 - 2 evenings per week depending on cover, (usually Thursday and Saturday's) between the hours of 5pm - 10pm and will include some weekends.

Benefits include:

• Company Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan
• Share Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers
• Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant
• On-site gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional holiday purchase scheme available

Process Operative

We are currently recruiting for a Process Operative to join our Cider Making Team.

Duties include:

This practical, hands-on role will involve working as part of an experienced team who are responsible for the fermentation and maturation of our premium ciders. You will specifically be responsible for the movements of and additions to cider during the fermentation and maturation process.

Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure with a focus on quality will be key to ensuring that our wonderful ciders are produced and finished to the premium standards we require.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

For further information about the role, please contact our HR Team on 01531 660233.

Benefits include:

• Company Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan
• Share Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers
• Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant
• On-site gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional holiday purchase scheme available

TECHNICAL OPERATIVE

We currently have an opportunity for a Technical operative within the Packaging Team.

Duties include:

The Technical Operative role involves working as part of an experienced team who are responsible for the filling and packing of our premium ciders.

A high attention to detail is required for the role, as is the ability to multi-task and work under pressure, whilst maintaining high standards of health and safety. A focus on quality is also key to ensuring that our specifications are followed accurately to deliver our wonderful ciders in time.

This a permanent position, working hours consistently of 05.30 - 14.00 / 13.30 - 22.00 Monday - Friday & 21.30 - 06.00 Sunday - Thursday.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

For further information about the role, please contact our HR Team on 01531 660233.

Benefits include:

• Company Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan
• Share Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers
• Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant
• On-site gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional holiday purchase scheme available

Hospitality Team Member - Front of House/Waiting

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Hospitality Team as a Hospitality Team Member.

Duties include:

This role will involve supporting the Hospitality Team with the day-to-day operations of the Scrumpy House Restaurant, including the delivery of catering and refreshments of breakfast, lunch and dinner in both outlets, as well as undertaking functions and special events such as private parties and corporate hospitality. The successful candidate will be working as part of an experienced team who are responsible for great customer experience at Westons.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills/experience:

- Excellent customer service and communication skills.

- Ability to work well under pressure, whilst still providing a great customer experience.

- Ability to multitask and prioritise workload.

- Able to work well as part of a team.

- Knowledge of food hygiene, food safety and food intolerances.

- Previous experience of working in the hospitality industry is desirable.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

For further information about the role, please contact the HR Team on 01531 660233.

Benefits include:

• Company Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan
• Share Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers
• Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant
• On-site gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional holiday purchase scheme available

Production Engineer

Are you an experienced Engineer looking for an exciting new career opportunity?

Duties include:

Westons Cider are currently recruiting for two Engineers to join the business.

The successful candidate will be expected to coordinate and manage electrical and mechanical maintenance for production lines and site areas ensuring Safety and Quality Standards are maintained and strengthened where possible. You will also be responsible for fault finding, diagnostics and planned maintenance. As well as contributing to a way of thinking that continuously promotes practices to reduce costs and losses whilst improving efficiency of work.

The successful candidate will have the following skills/experience:

- Demonstrable experience in electrical & mechanical engineering;

- Trained in electrical and/or mechanical engineering (minimum level 3 NVQ or equivalent qualification);

- Good understanding of working with production equipment and PLCs;

- Effective communication skills and a team player;

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;

- High attention to detail;

- Previous experience within the FMCG industry would also be advantageous

This is a permanent position involving a shift working pattern as follows: 6.00 – 14.30, 14.00 – 22.30 Monday – Friday, 22.00 – 06.30 Sunday – Thursday, rotating. If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

Benefits include:

• Company Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan
• Share Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers
• Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant
• On-site gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional holiday purchase scheme available

Assistant Restaurant Manager

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Hospitality Team as Scrumpy House Restaurant Assistant Manager.

Duties include:

This role will involve supporting the Hospitality Manager with the day-to-day operations of the Scrumpy House Restaurant, including the delivery of catering and refreshments of breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as undertaking functions and special events such as private parties and corporate hospitality. The successful candidate will be working as part of an experienced team who are responsible for great customer experience at Westons.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills/experience:

- Previous experience of successfully managing or assistant managing a busy restaurant.

- Cash management experience.

- Stock management experience.

- Willingness to support the small team in all areas of restaurant operation, including cooking, kitchen cleaning and service.

- Excellent customer service and communication skills.

- Ability to work well under pressure, whilst still providing a great customer experience.

- Ability to multitask and prioritise workload.

- Able to work well as part of a team.

Benefits include:

• Company Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan
• Share Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers
• Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant
• On-site gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional holiday purchase scheme available

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

For further information about the role, please contact the HR Team on 01531 660233.

Technical Compliance Lead

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Technical Compliance Lead to join our dedicated team!

Duties include:

The Technical Compliance Lead will drive protecting brand and business reputation through engagement in our Integrated Management System. This role requires an understanding of customer needs and requirements to develop effective sustainability and quality control processes. The Technical Compliance Lead will have a key contribution to making progress towards Net zero 2050.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years experience in Technical, Compliance or Auditing roles within food manufacturing.
• High attention to detail.
• In depth understanding of quality control procedures and relevant legal standards.
• Internal Audit experience, ideally Lead Auditing.
• Statistical analysis.
• Proficient in IT literacy with experience of Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI.
• Degree educated.
• Ideally HACCP and Food Safety Level 3 trained

This is a permanent position, Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

For further information about the role, please contact the HR Team on 01531 660 233.

Benefits include:

• Company Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan
• Share Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers
• Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant
• On-site gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional holiday purchase scheme available

Technical Lead

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Technical Lead to join our dedicated team!

Duties include:

The Technical Lead will be driven by protecting brand and business reputation through engagement in our Integrated Management System. The successful candidate will understand customer needs and requirements to develop effective quality control processes. The role involves devising and reviewing specifications for products or processes and setting requirements for raw material or intermediate products for suppliers and monitoring their compliance.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and experience:

· Thorough & observant with an eye for detail

· Excellent knowledge of the end to end production process

· In depth understanding of quality control procedures and relevant legal standards

· Confident in use of IT

· Statistical analysis

· Degree educated

· Ideally experience of designing remediation plans to address manufacturing and process quality issues

· Ideally a formal Quality Management qualification such as ASQ, CQI

This is a permanent position, Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

For further information about the role, please contact the HR Team on 01531 660 233.

Benefits include:

-Company Pension
-Private Medical Insurance
-Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan
-Share Scheme
-Life Assurance
-Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers
-Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant
-On-site gym
-Cycle to work scheme
-Additional holiday purchase scheme available

Filtration Operative

We are currently recruiting for a Filtration Operative to join our Fermentation & Maturation Team.

Duties include:

This practical, hands-on role will involve working as part of an experienced team who are responsible for the fermentation and maturation of our premium ciders. You will specifically be responsible for the movements of and additions to cider during the fermentation and maturation process.

Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure with a focus on quality will be key to ensuring that our wonderful ciders are produced and finished to the premium standards we require.

This is a full-time, permanent position involving a shift pattern of 0600-1430 Monday - Friday.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

Benefits include:

-Company Pension
-Private Medical Insurance
-Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan
-Share Scheme
-Life Assurance
-Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers
-Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant
-On-site gym
-Cycle to work scheme
-Additional holiday purchase scheme available

Regional Account Manager

Don’t be a number, be part of a family! Westons Cider are looking to grow our business and need great Regional Account Managers to join us in East Midlands, West Midlands and South Wales/Heartlands.

Duties include:

We have a superb opportunity for energetic and passionate individuals to work with our team representing and increasing sales of our Westons Cider brands into your regional routes to market.

Working with our Business Unit Controller and National Account Manager, you will actively seek opportunities to gain new outlet stockists for Westons & New Venture brands.

This is not your usual sales job! Your days will be varied, and your focus will change from month to month, so you will need to enjoy variety and thrive on the opportunities that such a fast-paced environment offers.

Your natural enthusiasm and passion for selling the best cider portfolio in the country, alongside your personality will help you reach your objectives. You will also provide valuable insight and feedback on competitor activities to enable Westons to always be at the cutting edge.

As Regional Account Manager, you will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

- Previous experience in an account management or sales role

- Able to identify and deliver incremental business opportunities

- Excellent trade negotiation skills

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

- Computer literate and confident using Microsoft Office packages

- Ability to work under own initiative and prioritise workload, ensuring deadlines are met

- Previous drinks industry experience is preferable but not essential

If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity and want to make your mark in the drinks industry, then please get in touch with us on 01521 660233!

Benefits include:

• Company Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan
• Share Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers
• Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant
• On-site gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional holiday purchase scheme available
• Company Car/ Car Allowance