Operator

Danone; Macroom; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Danone Infant Nutrition Macroom Ltd is a key manufacturing unit within the Danone group, producing infant formula at the Macroom site. The Process Operative will work with the Shift Manager to deliver quality, safety and efficiency in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires hands-on manipulation of equipment, adherence to SOPs, and continuous improvement of product quality and process efficiency. A focus on hygiene and health & safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or process production is preferred.
• Knowledge of GMP and hygiene standards desirable.
• Ability to work with standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• To work in compliance with the standard operating procedures and with the team to achieve production targets/KPI daily.
• To ensure highest standards of product quality, integrity and hygiene as per quality and food safety standards.
• Maintaining Good Manufacturing Practice and Good Housekeeping Practice.
• Ensuring safe working practices in all tasks.
• Work with the team to optimise performance in output, quality, costs, etc.
• Ensure work areas and equipment are maintained for optimum performance.
• Drive initiatives to maximise contribution and drive improvements in product quality and process efficiencies.
• Liaise with Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering and Maintenance to achieve optimum results.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Initiative

Teamwork

Tools

MES systems

Microsoft technologies

Manufacturing software

Job description

About The Job

Danone Infant Nutrition Macroom is a division of the Danone Group and the Macroom Supply Point is a strategic spray drying factory within the division as it is a major supplier of infant formula to other plants within the network. The Operator will be responsible for the overall execution of tasks in Production Technologies in the manufacturing of infant formula in the Macroom Supply Point. The execution of tasks in a safe, efficient and effective way to a set quality standards are predetermined in the Standard Operating Procedures. The Process Operative will work in conjunction with the Shift Manager and his/her fellow team colleagues to achieve key business objectives of product quality, order fulfilment, OEE, labour efficiency, health and safety and budget control.

About You

Main Responsibilities

• To work in compliance with the standard operating procedures and with the team to achieve production targets/KPI daily.
• To work to ensure the highest standards of product quality, integrity and hygiene are achieved and improved daily in line with quality and food safety standards.
• Maintaining excellent standards of Good Manufacturing Practice and Good Housekeeping Practice.
• Ensuring safe working practices are carried out on all tasks.
• Working with the team to optimise performance in terms of output, quality, costs, etc.
• Ensuring all work areas and equipment within your control are regularly and properly maintained to deliver optimum performance.
• Driving initiatives to maximise contribution and drive improvements in product quality and process efficiencies.
• Liaising with Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering and Maintenance to achieve optimum results.

Requirements

• Has the ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a process team in a manual and automated environment.
• Logical and methodical approach to work practices and processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential
• Flexible, open and enthusiastic with a genuine passion for learning new skills is a must
• Mature and stable personality who can manage stressful and challenging environments
• Strong support for high quality and hygiene standards
• Continuous standing and /or continuous walking for prolonged periods
• Requirement to work on a shift rota basis.

Professional Experience

• 2 years + experience in Manufacturing (or process/production) role in the food manufacturing industry would be an advantage
• Knowledge of international Good Manufacturing Practice and Good Housekeeping Practice standards
• Strong IT skills including proficiency in Microsoft Technologies and previous experience using a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) or other manufacturing systems.
• Knowledge of quality and food safety legislation desirable.

About us

Danone is a large, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company with market leading brands across four divisions Essential Dairy and Plant Based Products, Waters, Specialised Nutrition and Medical Nutrition. Specialised Nutrition offers nutritional solutions with the shared goal of improving the health and well-being of vulnerable individuals, from the first day of pregnancy into old age.

Danone Infant Nutrition Macroom Ltd are a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing organisation. We are looking for high calibre, dedicated and experienced personnel to complement our existing workforce.

At Danone we are passionate in our commitment to sustainability with the belief in building a healthier future through food. Our eating and drinking choices have an impact on our own health, the health of our society and the health of our planet.

Ensuring an inclusive working culture that is accessible to all is important to us. Danone Infant Nutrition Macroom Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Please note, owing to the high volume of applications we receive, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.