Powder Stores Operator

Carbery; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbery Group is seeking a Powder Stores Operator for our Ballineen, Cork operations. The role focuses on allocating quality powder to dispatch consignments, re-palletisation, labeling and assembly of loads for dispatch loading, with additional coverage support for forklift drivers during busy periods.

You will keep powder store logs up to date, perform daily forklift checks and participate in audits and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation and warehouse handling.
• Adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ability to prepare pallets, labels and dispatch documentation.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs and ensure accuracy of customer orders.
• Allocate quality powder to dispatch consignments and assist with loading.
• Maintain powder store logs and perform temperature/humidity checks.
• Carry out daily forklift checks and support drivers during busy periods.
• Handle palletising, bagging line servicing and packaging when drivers are unavailable.
• Keep areas clean and audit-ready; participate in audits and daily board meetings.

Skills

Forklift operation

SOP compliance

Logistics support

Job description

## Powder Stores OperatorApplylocations: IE - Ballineen, Corktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101169# Company OverviewCarbery Group is dedicated to enriching lives. How do we do this? Owned by the farmers of West Cork, we are a global business with deep local roots. Our mission is to deliver lasting value to our farmer shareholders while making positive impact on our customers, employees, suppliers, partners, and the communities we serve. We are committed to doing this by creating healthier, tastier, and more sustainable food and ingredient solutions.With customers in over 50 countries, we pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation, our open mindset and ability to be a good partner. We prioritise our customers' needs, while also valuing our planet and fostering a thriving, people-first environment.# Your Role in Carbery's SuccessOverall Purpose of this Role: Allocation of Quality positive released powder to dispatch consignments, re-palletisation, labelling and assembly of loads for dispatch loading. Provide assistance and relief to the forklift drivers during busy times or when forklift drivers need cover.# How You Will Contribute**Key Objectives:*** Follow defined work procedures (SOPs) and ensure work is right first time.* Prepare customer orders as per customer dispatch specifications (IOPM 11.28). + There are specific requirements for each customer (pallets, labels, etc.) listed in IOPM 11.28 + Allocation of Quality positive released powder to Dispatch consignments, re-palletisation, labelling and assembly of loads for dispatch loading* Keep all powder store logs up to date (container/trailer checks, knife log, temperature/humidity checks, etc.)* Complete monthly glass audits and hygiene audits corrective actions on Safefood 360* Ensure powder store, loading bay and IBC bag area are always audit ready (clean as you go)* Ensure Forklifts are kept clean and tidy and well maintained (e.g. top up battery with water when required)* Complete daily forklift checks* Provide assistance and relief to the forklift drivers during busy times or when forklift drivers need cover* Take pallets off the bagging lines and service the bagger with packaging whenever forklift drivers are unavailable.* The high reach forklift will be required, occasionally, to lift pallets down from the high racking for Sportsfood Operators* Scan incoming raw materials and packaging, using bar code scanners, and place product in the correct location.* Carry out required checks using the scanner for incoming raw materials.* Put palletiser and stretchhooder in Powder Store going when stops occur* Keep the charts on each line up to date as product is taken out and put into each line or rack.* Complete documentation (as required) including DSI, bund checks and* Actively contribute at daily L4 board meetings and KPIs and shift changeover meetings and PEMAC (for maintenance meetings).* Provide suggestions of continuous line / process improvements* Conduct / contribute to problem-solving to resolve issues; escalate to appropriate management (where needed).* Raise jobs on PEMAC to ensure maintenance are aware and issues can be resolved in a timely way* Ensure the area is kept in a clean, hygienic and safe state* Be available for weekend stock takes, as required* Be available for miscellaneous tasks from all departments including lab requests, maintenance requests, additives to process, operations requests, cheese relief etc.# Our Commitment to our PeopleWe are a diverse and growing workforce of over 1,000 people across eight countries globally. As we continue to grow, we want to ensure that Carbery Group continues to be a place where people are supported to develop and feel that they can do their best work. We are committed to driving growth, developing future capability and delivering results through our dedicated teams.We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and an inclusive workplace where your skills, perspectives, and experience help shape the future of our industry. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration and makes a meaningful impact - from local communities to global markets.Carbery Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a supportive work environment.