Facilities General Operator, Full Time

APS Materials Inc.; Waterford; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover for employee (12

Defined Contribution pension scheme up

Life assurance cover x2 basic salary

Annual sick pay bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Study Support Scheme

Bike to work scheme

Company events

Company pension

Employee discounts

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Job summary

APS Materials Inc. is seeking a diligent Facilities/OHS assistant to support the Safety/Facilities Manager. You will help maintain a safe, compliant workplace, manage waste and cleaning standards, and assist with on-site deliveries and contractor support.

The role requires flexibility for shift cycles, driving license, and a proactive approach to safety and facilities management in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent.
• Knowledge and experience of FDA and ISO regulatory systems and standards.
• Understanding of safety regulations in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Report to Safety/Facilities Manager or designated representative.
• Assist Safety/Facilities Manager in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and in ensuring structures, devices and systems (e.g. fire alarms, air-conditioners etc.) are well maintained and working efficiently and safely.
• Participate in company provided training to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Maintain effective and safe functioning of facilities, systems and services including waste disposal and recycling.
• Identify furniture and equipment in need of repair and renovation- general handyman duties as appropriate.
• Restock office and kitchen supplies.
• Use of lifting equipment, pallet trucks and forklift for movement of materials and waste.
• Ensure high standards of cleaning are maintained throughout the Plant at all times in accordance with company policy and report any OHS/Facilities issues.
• Ensure all Facilities are made available to employees and contractors.
• Carry out daily/weekly housekeeping checks on the facility, the materials and provide support to Production and other departments.
• Assist external contractors with on-site deliveries and collections.
• Assist OHS/Facilities Manager with documentation when required.
• Perform additional duties as requested by the Safety Manager or designated representative.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Initiative

Education

Leaving Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Duties:

• Report to Safety/Facilities Manager or designated representative.


• Maintain a secure and well-functioning work environment through the Company’s management systems: Quality, HR, OHS.


• Assist Safety/Facilities Manager in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and in ensuring structures, devices and systems (e.g. fire alarms, air-conditioners etc.) are well maintained and working efficiently and safely.


• Participate in company provided training to enhance skills and knowledge.


• Maintain effective and safe functioning of facilities, systems and services including waste disposal and recycling.


• dentify furniture and equipment in need of repair and renovation- general handyman duties as appropriate.


• Restock office and kitchen supplies.


• Use of lifting equipment, pallet trucks and forklift for movement of materials and waste.


• Ensure high standards of cleaning are maintained throughout the Plant at all times in accordance with company policy and report any OHS/Facilities issues.


• Ensure all Facilities are made available to employees and contractors.


• Carry out daily/weekly housekeeping checks on the facility, the materials and provide support to Production and other departments.


• Assist external contractors with on-site deliveries and collections.


• Assist OHS/Facilities Manager with documentation when required.


• Perform additional duties as requested by the Safety Manager or designated representative.

Education/Qualifications (Desirable but not essential)

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent

Training/ Experience (Desirable but not essential)

• Knowledge and experience of FDA and ISO regulatory systems and standards


• Previous experience working in a manufacturing role beneficial


• Understanding of safety regulations in the workplace


• Forklift license


• Scissor lift license (MEWP)


• Full, clean driver license

Skills/Attributes

• Professional interpersonal, self-presentation and communication skills.


• Assertive and confident with the ability to clearly communicate OHS and Facility requirements of the Company.


• Positive team working approach and adherence to Policies and Procedures.


• Well organized and ability to multi-task in a busy regulated environment.


• Demonstrate a flexible approach to work.


• Ability to work on own initiative with a positive attitude.

Terms & Conditions

Full Time, 12 month fixed term contract

Hours:

8am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday

8am to 3.30pm Friday

(applicants must be available to work all shift permutations including the following)

Shift Cycles:

• a. 2 Shift Cycle: 6.00am to 2.00pm, 8.00am to 4.00pm, 10am to 6.00pm, 2.00pm to 10.00pm, 10pm- 6am Mon-Fri.


• b. 3 Shift Cycle: 6.00am to 2.00pm, 8.00am to 4.00pm, 10am to 6.00pm, 2.00pm to 10.00pm, 10pm-6am Mon-Fri.

• Contract will allow for shift permutations.


• Holidays- 20 days per annum pro rata, increasing with service to a max, 25 per annum.

Benefits:

• Private medical cover for employee (after 12 months of service).


• Defined Contribution pension scheme up to 4% of salary.


• Life assurance cover x2 times basic salary on Death-In-Service.


• Annual sick pay bonus up to 5 days, subject to terms and conditions of the scheme.


• Employee Assistance Program.


• Employee Discounts.


• Study Support Scheme (on completion of probation).

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme


• Company events


• Company pension


• Employee assistance program


• Employee discount


• On-site parking


• Private medical insurance

Work Location

In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €35,000.00 per year