Packaging + Warehouse Operative
2026 is shaping up to be a big year at Duration Brewing. We’re about to complete our third cellar expansion since opening 7 years ago, and we’re looking for a Packaging + Warehouse Operative to join our production team this summer. We are looking to fill the role asap and ideally no later than July.
This is a great opportunity to get stuck into a fast-growing, independent brewery where no two days look the same. You’ll be part of a close-knit team, with plenty of scope to learn, develop and take ownership as we grow.
About Us
Duration is an award-winning modern brewery based in rural West Norfolk, with a taproom and shop on site. We brew beers inspired by our landscape and known for being balanced, consistent and highly drinkable across keg, can and cask.
Since launching in 2019, we’ve built a strong reputation in the UK craft scene. Our range spans pale ales, IPAs, lagers, stouts and Belgian-inspired beers, alongside more traditional and mixed fermentation styles. We collaborate widely and run a busy events calendar.
We’re a small but mighty team, and everyone rolls their sleeves up — this is a hands-on environment where variety is part of the job.
Role Overview
This is a full-time role (37.5 hours/week) suited to a practical, organised all-rounder who enjoys working with both machinery and systems.
Your time will be split between packaging (cans and kegs) and supporting the warehouse operation alongside our Warehouse Manager. One day you might be running the canning line, the next building pallets, booking transport, or picking and packing web shop orders.
It’s a role for someone who likes to stay busy, problem-solve on the go, and take pride in keeping things running smoothly — from production line to dispatch.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Setting up, running and packing down the canning line
- Monitoring quality and making on-the-fly adjustments
- Kegging and general packaging tasks
- Building, wrapping and preparing pallets for dispatch
- Picking, packing and shipping webshop orders
- Booking transport and communicating with couriers and customers
- Moving stock and materials safely around site
- Keeping the warehouse organised with good stock rotation
- Maintaining accurate records in BREWW
- Ordering packaging supplies
- Keeping packaging and warehouse areas clean, tidy and safe
- Supporting the wider production team where needed
About You
You’re practical, proactive and comfortable with physical work. You enjoy working with your hands, learning machinery, and figuring things out as you go.
You’re just as happy on your feet all day as you are jumping onto a computer to book shipments or update systems. You’re organised, detail-focused, and take responsibility for your work.
Essential Skills
- Experience in packaging, warehouse or food/drinks production
- Forklift certification (or willingness to train)
- Mechanically minded with a problem-solving approach
- Comfortable with lifting, standing and repetitive tasks
- Good attention to detail
- Confident using computer systems (or quick to learn)
- Reliable, organised and able to work independently and in a small team
- Full clean UK driving licence
Desirable Skills
- Brewery or canning line experience
- Kegging or cellar experience
- Stock control or warehouse systems (e.g. BREWW)
- Centrifuge experience (training available)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (£25,000-£28,000 DOE)
- Opportunities for progression (including stepping up to packaging lead)
- Beer and merch allowance
- Event and travel opportunities
- Staff discounts in our taproom and shop
Key Details
- Immediate Start
- Full-time (37.5 hrs/week)
- Mostly Monday–Friday, with some flexibility needed to evenings and weekends
- Based at our West Acre, Norfolk brewery
How to Apply
Send your CV and a short cover letter to Andy Arkley Head of Production + Product Development on [email protected] with the subject: Packaging + Warehouse Operative Application
We welcome open applications. Initial interviews will take place up in person across June-July. On screen interviews available on request.
We actively encourage diversity and progression in the workplace. All applications will be treated in confidence.
Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
