General Operator.

Hartley People Recruitment in partnership with our client are hiring for a General Operator in Little Island, Cork.

About the Client

Our client is an established Irish chemical manufacturer specialising in cleaning, sanitising and related chemicals for the dairy and agri-food industry. The site operates to strict quality, food safety and environmental standards. The production team is growing and the client is looking for a General Operator to join on a permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out filling, packing and all other production activities linked to the manufacture of chemical liquids and powders, in line with standardised work instructions and batch manufacturing records.
• Set up, operate and adjust processing and filling equipment in line with production schedules and product specifications. Carry out basic first line maintenance and report any faults or breakdowns straight away.
• Check product labels, batch codes and container weights and volumes at the line against specifications before release. Escalate any discrepancies to the Production Supervisor immediately.
• Handle, store and transfer raw materials and finished goods correctly, including hazardous chemicals, in line with COSHH requirements, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions and site storage procedures.
• Wear and correctly use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including chemical resistant gloves, safety goggles, aprons and respiratory protection as set out in the relevant risk assessment or SDS.
• Complete production batch records, daily logs and any other documentation accurately and on time as required by the Production Supervisor, keeping full traceability of materials and finished products.
• Report any deviations from quality standards, near misses, accidents or environmental incidents to the Production Supervisor without delay.
• Carry out scheduled cleaning and sanitising of equipment, vessels and work areas in line with cleaning schedules and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards. Keep housekeeping standards high at all times.
• Follow all company quality, environmental, health and safety and food safety policies and procedures, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and FSSC 22000 requirements, as trained.

Requirements

• Previous experience in chemical manufacturing, food production, pharmaceutical or a similar regulated production environment is desirable. Candidates with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn will also be considered.
• Ability to read, understand and follow written work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety data sheets.
• Awareness of chemical handling safety including COSHH, manual handling and correct use of PPE, or a willingness to be trained in these areas.
• Physically able to meet the demands of the role, including standing for long periods, lifting, and working around chemical substances while wearing PPE.
• Reliable team player with a careful approach to quality, safety and accuracy. Good attention to detail and enough numeracy to check weights, volumes and batch quantities.
• Good hand to eye coordination and dexterity, with the ability to carry out repetitive tasks to a consistently high standard.
• A forklift licence (counterbalance or reach truck) is an advantage but not essential. Training can be provided.

For immediate consideration, please email your CV to [email protected] or call Darren O’Connor on 051 878813.

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