Machine Operator

Country Crest Ltd; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Country Crest Ltd in Ireland is seeking a detail-oriented Machine Operator for our Potato Packhouse, responsible for operating packaging machinery and maintaining lines in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

You will perform routine checks, address downtime, monitor quality to meet FSAI/HACCP standards, and collaborate with production and maintenance teams to keep shifts running safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating packaging machinery in food manufacturing preferred.
• Experience in HACCP, ISO or BRC food safety guidelines is advantageous.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging machines for potatoes, ensuring HACCP compliance.
• Perform routine checks and maintenance to keep lines running smoothly and safely.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues to minimise downtime.
• Monitor product quality per Irish food safety standards (FSAI).
• Document machine performance and communicate any delays or maintenance needs.

Skills

Machine operation

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Safety compliance

Production reporting

Sanitation

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Tools

Packaging machinery

Job description

Job Title: Machine Operator, Potato Packhouse
Reports to: Production Manager
Location: Country Crest
Hours: Shifts. Schedule Monday - Saturday (5 over 7 days)
Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented Machine Operator to join our Potato Packhouse team, responsible for operating and maintaining potato packaging machinery within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, ensuring quality & safety requirements are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Machine Operation & Maintenance:
• Operate machines for packaging potatoes, ensuring they comply with HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) guidelines.
• Perform routine checks and maintenance to ensure machines run efficiently and meet safety standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues during production to minimise downtime.
• Quality Control:
• Monitor product quality, ensuring that all potato products meet Irish food safety and quality standards. Conduct routine checks on finished products following ISO or BRC (British Retail Consortium) food safety protocols.
• Safety:
• Follow all safety procedures, ensuring equipment complies with Health and Safety Authority (HSA) regulations and report any safety hazards or issues to supervisors immediately.
• Production Reporting:
• Document machine performance, production rates, and any issues encountered.
• Communicate with supervisors about delays, breakdowns, or maintenance needs.
• Cleaning & Sanitation: Ensure machines and work areas are kept clean in line with food hygiene standards required by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) and participate in regular cleaning routines, ensuring sanitation to avoid contamination.
• Team Collaboration: Work with fellow operators, supervisors, and maintenance teams to ensure smooth production in compliance with industry standards.
• Technical Skills: Ability to operate and troubleshoot machines, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and standards.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: Vigilant in monitoring both product quality and machine performance.
• Problem-Solving: Troubleshoot issues quickly to minimize disruptions.
• Experience: Prior experience in machine operation, especially within food processing or a similar environment, is preferred.
• Safety Awareness: Strong focus on adhering to HSA and FSAI safety and hygiene standards.
• Shift Flexibility: Willingness to work rotating shifts or weekends as required. quality and machine performance.