Process & Filtration Operative in Faversham

Are you passionate about brewing and eager to be part of a dynamic team? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy tackling challenges head‑on? At Shepherd Neame, we are dedicated to crafting exceptional beers and maintaining the highest standards of quality. As a Process and Filtration Operative, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless transfer and processing of fermented beer. You will help to maintain the physical and microbiological integrity of our products, meeting quality specifications and contributing to a safe and hygienic working environment.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive wage
• 25% discount on food at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
• Up to 40% discount on select purchases from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham
• Sheps Hut discounts and special offers hub on 100s of high street shops and services to help your monthly pay go even further
• Financial wellbeing app and early wage withdrawal scheme
• Company Pension plan
• Share Incentive Plan
• Access to a Mental Wellbeing Platform
• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)

Working Hours: Full‑time, hours per week, Monday to Friday with half an hour lunch. Working hours on a 2‑rotation shift pattern between the hours of 06:00 – 22:00 with a 3‑shift facility for night shifts. Shift patterns are designated to meet production requirements and shift start/finish times may be changed from time to time to meet the needs of the business, localised working patterns will be arranged to suit departmental needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate filtration systems to remove unwanted particles and clarify the beer
• Carry out routine maintenance and cleaning on filtration equipment, tanks, and associated machinery
• Transfer beer from fermenters and process it according to packaging specifications
• Carry out additional beer processing operations, including but not limited to Krausening, beer transfers and dry hopping
• Efficiently load and unload bulk beer and cider tankers
• Conduct quality checks and tests on beer clarity, flavour and appearance at key points in the production process
• Track and maintain records of test results and analysis data of the filtration process and materials
• Identify and resolve issues, working closely with engineers, laboratory team members and production management
• Work closely with our Brewers and Brewing Management Team to drive improvements and efficiencies
• Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment in the filter room and surrounding areas
• Any ad hoc tasks as requested by the Brewing and Operations management team

The Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrable experience in a brewery production environment, with knowledge of filtration processes and equipment, is advantageous
• Basic knowledge of quality control and testing procedures
• Forklift or other machinery operation is desirable
• Proactive approach to learn, understand and operate multiple production processes
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to problem‑solve operational issues and find new ways for process improvement
• Dedicated approach to health and safety, with the ability to work safely in a fast‑paced, physically demanding environment
• Good written and verbal communication skills with a focus on quality and consistency
• Positive and conscientious attitude towards work and fellow team members as well as working independently
• Flexible approach to rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and other production areas, as needed
• Passion for brewing and a keen interest in the beer‑making process

Shepherd Neame may be Britain’s oldest brewer but our approach is anything but old‑fashioned. We are an authentic, independent business, yet flexible and agile, and that has enabled us to survive and thrive based on the following Sheps Skills: Working Together, Pride and Passion, Authenticity, Sheps Spirit.

Who are we? Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. An independent family business, we boast an award‑winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout London and the South East, from the historic heart of the City to the Kent coastline. We employ around 1,500 team members across our pub estate and more than 270 at our Brewery and Support Office. Diversity, equality, and inclusion matter to Shepherd Neame. If you think you would be suited this role we would welcome your application regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.