Fruit Processing Operator - Temporary

Job Location	Sandford, Winscombe
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	Competitive salary
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Contract , full-time

Job Description

Fruit Processing Operator - TemporarySandford, SomersetEstablished in 1904 by William John Thatcher, we have grown into one of the top cider-making businesses in the world. Now in our fourth generation of family cider makers, were exceptionally proud of what we have achieved, and we are even more excited aboutour plans for the future. We continue to experience huge growth of our Brands through industry-leading levels of investment in marketing, people development, innovation, and world class technical enhancements in cider mill machinery.For many years we have worked with LRS to press all their blackcurrants on site here at Myrtle Farm. This takes place from June to August. We are now looking for a temporary team to help us with this process over the summer months.Overall PurposeWorking as part of our seasonal team you will be responsible for working in the primary process where the fruit comes in and gets pressed into juice. Joining a team of our full-time operatives you will be involved in:- Unloading and tipping of fruit- Milling and pressing of fruit into juice- Filtration and evaporation of juice into concentrate- Loading of final product for delivery to LRSBlackcurrant Operators will be expected to:- Produce high quality juice from blackcurrants- Adhere to Thatchers ciders quality and health and safety policies- Maintain housekeeping standards to ensure a clean and safe workplace- Communicate clearly with other colleagues and teams (written and verbally)- Data collection and record keepingPersonal Qualities and Behaviours- Be accurate with good attention to detail- Have a responsible, trustworthy, and positive attitude- Be calm under pressure- Be organised and punctual- Have good interpersonal skillsHoursRota will be based on 4on/4off working 12-hour shifts Monday-Sunday, alternating between days and nights. A full season rota will be issued at the start of the season.Future prospectsWhilst this is a temporary role, Thatchers is a growing brand, and we are continually looking for new people to join our teams and develop their careers with us potentially in the future.Application:Please apply directly via the apply button shown.This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

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