General Operative

At Britvic Ireland - Part of the Carlsberg Group, we're all about creating and sharing amazing soft drinks. Our iconic brands like Ballygowan, Club Orange, Miwadi, Energise, TK, and Cidona have been loved for generations. We also partner with PepsiCo to bring you favourites like Pepsi, 7UP, and Lipton.

We're always innovating and evolving, staying true to our vision of being the most dynamic soft drinks company, creating a better tomorrow. With over 240 years of history, our brands are rooted in authenticity and heritage. Our success is driven by the passion of our people, and we foster an environment where everyone can thrive and grow and truly be themselves. As we embark on this exciting new chapter under the Carlsberg Group, our purpose remains clear: striving for perfection, focusing on research and innovation, listening to our consumers, and driving sustainability to make a positive impact on society.

Role overview

We have some opportunities for Production Operatives to join our growing manufacturing team.

As a Production Operative you will work to achieve the required quality standards and contribute towards achieving budgeted site performance through the effective control, operation and maintenance of the relevant equipment.

You will drive continuous improvement through a structured approach using individual/team skills and utilising systematic processes e.g., root cause problem solving, lean manufacturing techniques and other designated production, maintenance, and planning tools.

This role will be a FTC initially.

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What you’ll be doing

Operate equipment in accordance with best practice complying with health and safety rules and regulations and Britvic policies and procedures
Provide a comprehensive production service across the site, operating plant, carrying out maintenance & cleaning schedules as designated, responding to breakdown and assessing & monitoring plant performance on an ongoing basis
Support other team members and develop positive relationships with colleagues, including contract personnel
Comply with company policies and statutory regulations for health & safety and environment
Adhering to operational procedures and production timelines
Keeping work areas and the factory floor clean and free from hazardous material
Monitoring a production line and conducting basic testing and quality checks
Storing goods and raw materials in a factory or warehouse, which may involve operating lifting equipment and forklift trucks
Carry out all necessary quality assurance analysis in-house and update information/QA /EWM systems and all other process duties in a timely manner.
Acquire, share & apply new skills to drive Continuous Improvement.
Develop and attain world class standards of performance/excellence using agreed KPI’s

What we’re looking for:

Direct Manufacturing Operational experience working in a fast paced, Consumer goods environment
Previous skills in the theory and application of Total Productive Maintenance and improvement principles whilst in the operation/control of machinery
Working knowledge of SAP & EWM
FLT License preferrable
Excellent, communication, team support and facilitation skills
Sound knowledge of manufacturing processes
Sound knowledge of HSE processes and application
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement activities
Working knowledge and application of reliability centred maintenance e.g. first response and support to annual O/H’s

Education/Qualifications

Leaving cert or equivalent
Basic Hygiene Certificate

What you can expect & you’ll be well-rewarded with:

Competitive salary, generous annual leave
Life assurance & income protection
Pension (5% employee / 10% employer)
Free product issued
Volunteering & wellbeing support
Inclusive and supportive culture, Fairness and representation
Ways of working that build inclusivity & Champion diversity at every level