Production Operatives
Job Description
Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Limited (The Group) is the second largest dairy processor on the island of Ireland. The business is complex and ambitious with a milk supply pool of 2 billion litres of milk, drawn from over 3,200 family farms across 16 counties.
Working with our 3,200 farm families, we deliver high quality dairy products to customers worldwide. Our commitment goes beyond today, we are dedicated to building a sustainable future for our farmers, our communities and the wider dairy sector.
The Group’s Agribusiness Division (Lakeland Agri) operates a state-of-the-art Animal Feed Manufacturing Facility and is a leading and innovative provider of the highest quality feeds and agricultural inputs to dairy, beef and sheep farmers across the north and south of Ireland.
About the Role
We are looking for a Production Operative to join our team at oour Bailieborough, Killeshandra & Lough Egish plants. You will operate plant equipment safely and efficiently, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and hygiene requirements are met.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor plant equipment following SOPs.
- Complete quality checks and maintain accurate records.
- Take samples for testing and ensure correct ingredient additions.
- Keep work areas clean, safe, and audit-ready.
- Report breakdowns and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Comply with Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Data Protection policies.
Skills & Experience
- Experience in manufacturing or food production preferred.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
- Good teamwork and communication skills.
- Basic IT skills for record keeping.
Lakeland Dairies Ltd is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please let us know via the contact information on our website
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Wellness program
Visit our website https://lakelanddairies.com/join-our-team/opportunities for more information and how to apply