Mill Process Operator – Rotating Shifts (Forklift Training)

SoilWorx Natural Fertilisers; Newry; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Soilworx is recruiting Process Operators to join our team in Mayobridge, Newry. You will be responsible for production and quality checks in our mill, and the role involves day and night shifts on a rotating schedule.

You'll operate computerised processes, monitor materials, handle warehouse duties including forklift use, and ensure hygiene and safety standards are met. Previous factory or agricultural experience is helpful.

Excellent rates of pay and shift allowances.

Qualifications

• Must have a good standard of education, with GCSEs or equivalent.
• Must be IT literate and ideally have previous experience using computerised production equipment.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide range of people.
• Positive attitude – reliable and strong work ethic.
• Experience working in an animal feed mill or an agricultural background would be an advantage.
• A mechanical background would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of working processes on bucket elevators & chain conveyors would be beneficial.
• Ideally have forklift & backhoe licences but not essential as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Operating a computerised manufacturing process.
• Monitoring raw material intake.
• Warehouse duties including operating a forklift truck.
• Working with bulk bag and small bag lines.
• Working with a bulk outloading system.
• Loading lorries.
• Performing product quality checks and maintaining mill hygiene standards.
• Comply with all Quality Environmental Health and Safety requirements / training and regulations.

Skills

IT literate

Communication

Positive attitude

Reliable

GCSEs

Agricultural background

Mechanical background

Forklift licence

Backhoe licence

Education

GCSEs

Tools

Forklift licence

Backhoe licence

Computerised production equipment

Job description

Soilworx is recruiting Process Operators to join our team in Mayobridge, Newry. You will be responsible for production and quality checks in our mill, and the role involves day and night shifts on a rotating schedule.

You'll operate computerised processes, monitor materials, handle warehouse duties including forklift use, and ensure hygiene and safety standards are met. Previous factory or agricultural experience is helpful.

Excellent rates of pay and shift allowances.