Technical Fermenter in Buckinghamshire

Job description

Fermentation Technician / Fermenter

• Do you have hands-on fermentation experience and a formal grounding in microbiology or biological sciences within beverage production?
• Are you motivated by precision, live cultures, and maintaining absolute quality standards in a fast-growing premium drinks environment?
• Looking to play a key role in the production of innovative, alcohol-free beverages made using controlled fermentation?

MacGregor Black is proud to partner with a leading premium beverage producer in the search for a Technical Fermenter / Fermentation Technician. This is a permanent, site-based role in Buckinghamshire.

This is a hands-on production role at the core of the business, responsible for managing live fermentations, supporting filtration and packaging, and ensuring microbiological control across all batches. You’ll work closely with Operations and Quality teams, using modern equipment and robust SOPs to deliver consistently high-quality product.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct, monitor, and document day-to-day fermentations and filtrations in line with the production schedule
• Apply microbiological principles to ensure fermentation health, stability, and batch consistency
• Follow fermentation, filtration, and hygiene SOPs precisely, maintaining strict safety and quality standards
• Work closely with Operations and Quality teams to identify risks and prevent contamination issues
• Support bottling and canning operations as required
• Assist with warehouse duties including stock checks, box builds, and production flow support
• Maintain accurate production records, monitor equipment performance, and carry out CIP procedures
• Support compliance with SALSA and BRC standards and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Formal education in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Brewing Science, Food Science, or a related discipline
• Hands-on experience in fermentation, brewing, or beverage production
• Practical understanding of fermentation processes and microbiological control within production environments
• Confident using brewing or production management software (e.g. Breww or similar)
• Detail-oriented, methodical, and comfortable working with live cultures and controlled processes
• Physically fit, adaptable, and proactive in a fast-paced production setting
• Forklift truck certification desirable, but not essential

Right to Work Requirement

• Please note: this role does not offer visa sponsorship.
• Applicants must already hold full and unrestricted Right to Work in the UK.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus company bonus scheme
• Company-matched pension
• 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Product allowance and staff discount
• Opportunity to develop within a pioneering business redefining the alcohol-free drinks category

Interested in learning more?

Apply now or contact Kieron Hall at MacGregor Black to discuss this opportunity in confidence.

MacGregor Black is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the process.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Buckinghamshire

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

17-12-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English