Operator Services at Kerry Group

Listowel, Listowel Municipal District, Ireland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Experience, Plant Processes Knowledge, Good Manufacturing Practices, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Flexibility, MS Office Proficiency, Teamwork

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

About the role We are currently recruiting for an Operator in our Services department at our site in Listowel.The responsibility of this role is for the day to day maintenance of site hygiene & cleanliness. This will require you to become fully competent in the operation of the site Water Treatment Plant & other Services plant as required. The role requires a motivated individual who can work unsupervised and as part of a team within the wider Services Department. We are looking for someone that can work Monday to Friday days with an amout of 12 hour day and night shifts when required there is a requirement for the individual to be available to work weekends & shift as requested. This person will have a varied role that will include a number of routine daily and ad-hoc tasks. What will you be doing? Responsible for hitting production targets daily. Accountable for all stock requirements, from ordering ingredients to packaging materials and stock taking. Forklift operation Transfer packaging as required Loading & unloading Sampling Chemical make-up and testing Quality checks Machine cleaning Accurate recording of plant running conditions on an ongoing basis Running plant’s at optimum efficiency to achieve target rates Responsible for own safety and the safety of your colleagues What do you need to be successful? Previous manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential. Knowledge of the plant processes and products. Operate a Clean as you go policy. Willing to learn Good Manufacturing Practices. Be organized, systematic and should possess the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Strong attention to detail. Ability to be flexible and adaptable to respond to changing demands. Proficient in the use of MS Office tools. Teamwork Experience and willing to be a part of a team Why join us ? Career development opportunities Employee benefit platform with discounts and offers for retailers online and offline, travelling, utilities and more. Matched pension scheme up to 10%. Employee Assistance Program, supporting your emotional, physical, nutritional and financial wellbeing. Inspiring People - Kerry's Global Recognition Program. OurVoice, opportunity to share your feedback on the work environment every year. MyCommunity, have one day per year to volunteer for a worthwhile cause. Friendly team focused on continuous improvements and safety. About The Dairy Business Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence. With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers. Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities. Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 29 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett. Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth.

Responsibilities

The Operator is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of site hygiene and cleanliness, operating the Water Treatment Plant, and ensuring production targets are met. This role includes various routine daily and ad-hoc tasks such as stock management, quality checks, and machine cleaning.