General Operative | Monday To Friday | 8Am To 4Pm

Mulrines; Strabane; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation / Paid time off

Casual dress

Free parking

Open office

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Mulrines is seeking a Full-Time Production Operator (General Operative) for the Sion Mills site. You will operate and monitor production machinery, follow SOPs, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The role is based at 11 Mill Avenue, Sion Mills, with a Monday–Friday, 8:00–16:00 schedule. The ideal candidate will have experience operating computerised production machinery in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods environment, possess either Junior Cert/GCSE or at least one year of relevant

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and proactive mindset; good work ethic.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery per SOPs.
• Monitor machine performance and address malfunctions promptly.
• Minimise waste during operations and maintain safety/quality standards.
• Record production data for traceability.
• Collaborate with teams to maximise efficiency.
• Carry out training and development as required.

Skills

English communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

Junior Cert/ GCSE

Tools

Computerised production machinery

Fork truck operation

Job description

Role Title: General Operative | Day Shift

Location: 11 Mill Avenue, Sion Mills, Co. Tyrone

Hours: Full Time – 40hours/week (Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM)

Join the Team at Mulrines

Mulrines is a name that has stood the test of time – a proud local employer with deep roots in the community. We’re now recruiting a Full-Time Production Operator to join our team at Sion Mills site.

If you’re experienced, safety-focused and want a steady Monday–Friday role, this could be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

The Role

The Production Operator will be responsible for the setup, operation and monitoring of production machines in accordance with Standard Operational Procedures.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operate Tetra, Elopak Pak and Mariani production machinery according to established procedures.
• Monitor machine performance, detect defects, and address any malfunctions promptly.
• Minimise waste during machine and mixer operations.
• Ensure compliance with operational safety, food safety, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with process engineers and other machine operators to maintain quality output.
• Safe operation of fork trucks for loading and unloading of product
• Keep equipment clean and well-maintained in accordance with procedures.
• Recording of production records to ensure the traceability of goods from production to customer
• Work with colleagues in Quality/Warehousing/Maintenance to resolve issues and maximise efficiency
• Undertake Training and Development as required
• Undertake any other relevant duties as required of the role

The Post Holder

This post is ideally suited to someone, with experience operating computerised production machinery within a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods environment. Candidates should possess either:

• Be qualified to Junior Cert/GCSE standard with experience operating computerised production machinery, or possess 1 years’ experience operating computerised production machinery.
• Previous experience in a FMCG environment would be an advantage
• Experience operating a Fork Truck would be desirable

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, self-directing and proactive with a good work ethic. Problem solving, attention to detail and flexibility are essential skills alongside the ability to communicate proficiently in English both verbally and in writing. The ability to organise, plan and communicate is essential. Previous experience within the food industry is desirable but not essential.

About The Role

As a General Operative, you will play a key role within our Production Department, supporting the smooth and efficient running of operations

About The Company

About Mulrines

P Mulrine & Sons was established in 1919. Originally located just off Main Street Ballybofey with a workforce of 4 people, the company specialised in the production and distribution of soft drinks and bottled beer.

In 1971 P Mulrines & Sons Sales was established, and a new plant was opened on the Donegal Road which offered greater opportunities to the local people for employment with numbers increasing to around 80 people at the site

With the period of growth that followed our first Tetra Pak fillers were introduced in 1982.

An independent fourth generation family business the Company has grown steadily over the years. As a family business we are very proud of our local heritage and of the loyal workforce we have generated here in Ballybofey and the surrounding area, currently employing over 250 people across all sites.

Company Culture

Our Values

At Mulrines, our values shape how we work every day — with our customers, our colleagues, and our wider communities. They define what good looks like at Mulrines and guide the behaviours we expect across every role and every site.

At Mulrines, we value people who:

Perform

They deliver results, demonstrate ownership, frequently exceed expectations.

Collaborate

They work well with others in a down to earth, trustworthy, respectful and good-humoured manner.

Grow

They show initiative, are flexible, resilient and willing to learn.

These values have helped Mulrines build a strong reputation over more than a century and continue to guide us as we invest in our future. If these values reflect how you like to work, you’ll feel at home at Mulrines.

Company Benefits

Company Benefits

We offer a benefits package designed to support our people both personally and professionally.

You’ll receive competitive remuneration, clear pathways for career progression and opportunities to enhance your skills through training and development.

At Mulrines, we value dedication, initiative and professionalism — and we reward it through recognition, opportunities for growth and a workplace culture that truly values its team.

Vacation, Paid time off, Casual dress, Free parking, Open office, Competitive salary, Progression opportunities

Salary

£12.71 per hour