Factory Operative

Topic Newspapers Ltd.; Birr; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site parking

Full training provided

Opportunities for career development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Topic Newspapers Ltd. is seeking Factory Operatives for their Birr site in Co. Offaly. The roles involve hands-on work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment with full training provided. Prior experience is beneficial, but not required, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and quality.

You will contribute to daily production targets, operate machinery safely, and follow production plans to ensure timely, accurate orders. Excellent hygiene and commitment to safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexibility to work across multiple functions and departments.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to quality, food safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the production team to achieve daily production targets.
• Follow production plans to ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on time.
• Operate production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Minimise waste and maximise production yields.
• Complete all production and quality documentation accurately.
• Carry out product changeovers, label changes and other production tasks.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping throughout the production area.
• Follow all Health & Safety, Food Safety and Quality procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across different production departments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Flexibility across functions

Positive attitude

Fast-paced environment

Quality & food safety

Job description

Factory Operative

Location: Birr, Co. Offaly
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are currently recruiting a number of Factory Operatives for a leading food manufacturing company based in Birr, Co. Offaly.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands‑on work in a fast‑paced production environment. Previous experience in food manufacturing is an advantage, but full training will be provided for the right candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of the production team to achieve daily production targets.

• Follow production plans to ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on time.

• Operate production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.

• Minimise waste and maximise production yields.

• Complete all production and quality documentation accurately.

• Carry out product changeovers, label changes and other production tasks.

• Maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping throughout the production area.

• Follow all Health & Safety, Food Safety and Quality procedures.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across different production departments.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Good attention to detail and accuracy.

• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

• Good communication skills.

• Flexibility to work across multiple functions and departments.

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.

• The ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

• A commitment to quality, food safety and continuous improvement.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing or meat processing environment.

• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety and quality management systems.

• Experience operating production machinery.

Benefits

• Bike to Work Scheme.

• Employee Assistance Programme.

• On-site parking.

• Full training provided.

• Opportunities for career development.

• Supportive team environment.

Applicants must be authorised to work in Ireland.

If you're reliable, motivated and looking to join a growing manufacturing team, we'd love to hear from you.