Machine Operative

Dunbia; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunbia in Dungannon is seeking a dedicated production operator to work on our site. You will operate Sealvac/Mondini packaging lines, adjust settings and monitor quality throughout each batch.

The role requires food production experience, a strong focus on safety and hygiene, and the ability to follow SOPs. Candidates must be prepared for shift work and overall site teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Sealvac vacuum packaging machinery.
• Background in a food production environment.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and quality management systems.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and customer specs.
• Willingness to work additional hours when required.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate Sealvac/Mondini machines to ensure safe, efficient production.
• Set up and adjust machine parameters to meet specs.
• Monitor packaging quality, vacuum integrity and seal performance.
• Carry out routine checks, cleaning and first-line maintenance.
• Ensure products are packed, labelled and meet quality standards.
• Complete production documentation accurately.
• Work in a team to meet daily targets and customer requirements.
• Maintain health, safety, hygiene and quality standards.
• Keep work areas clean and orderly.

Skills

Vacuum packaging machinery

Food production experience

Quality & hygiene focus

SOP compliance

Maintenance basics

Job description

The company currently wishes to recruit highly skilled, motivated and driven people to be based on our Dungannon Retail site. Essentially, we are seeking determined and committed individuals who can impact on performance and make a positive contribution to the company's future growth.

Responsibilities

The Role

• Operate machinery to ensure safe, efficient and continuous production i.e. Sealvac/ Mondini machines.
• Set up and adjust machine parameters to meet production requirements and customer specifications.
• Monitor packaging quality, vacuum integrity and seal performance throughout production runs.
• Carry out routine checks, cleaning and first-line maintenance on equipment.
• Ensure products are packed, labelled and presented to the required customer and quality standards.
• Complete all relevant production documentation accurately.
• Work as part of a team to meet daily production targets and satisfy customer requirements.
• Maintain Health, Safety, Hygiene and Food Quality standards in accordance with Company rules and regulations.
• Carry out general housekeeping duties and ensure work areas are maintained to a high standard.

Qualifications

The Person

• Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively as part of a team.
• Strong focus on quality, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Flexible approach to work and willingness to work additional hours when required.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and customer specifications.
• Previous experience operating Sealvac vacuum packaging machinery.
• Experience within a food production environment.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and quality management systems.
• Basic knowledge of machine maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.

This role operates on a shift basis.

No company sponsorship is available to overseas applicants for this position.

Dunbia is a true market leader operating globally and our desire to create better food naturally is the driving force behind everything we do.