Process Operator

Diageo plc; Dublin; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Shares scheme

Bonus

Job summary

Diageo plc is seeking a Process Operator at the St. James's Gate Brewery in Dublin to oversee tanker operations dispatching road tankers to Belfast, Runcorn and beyond.

You will monitor the process control system, ensure food safety and quality compliance, and work with brewing operations, planning and logistics to mitigate risks to customer service. Ideal candidates have manufacturing FMCG experience, a solid understanding of SAP, and a sharp eye for detail with a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably FMCG.
• Experience using SAP would be an advantage.
• High attention to detail and ability to prioritise workloads.
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Carry out in-tanker quality analysis to ensure food safety and quality standards.
• Clean, fill and import tankers using the process control system.
• Coordinate with planning and logistics teams to protect customer service.
• Manage production plans and KPIs, respond quickly to keep processes on track.
• Support changeovers and optimization across machines and lines.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

SAP experience

Attention to detail

Health & Safety

Tools

SAP

Job description

Help transform our business as we take our brands to new heights and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world. Join us for career defining opportunities that give you the chance to thrive.## Job Description**Job Title: Process Operator****Location: St. James's Gate Brewery, Dublin****Contract: 1 Year FTC****Closing Date: 12th October 2026****Process Operator - Total annual compensation of around €61,180** ***(including base pay and shift allowance)*** **+ a competitive benefits package including pension, shares scheme, bonus and more.** **About the Team**St. James's Gate Brewery in Dublin is Diageo's largest manufacturing facility in Ireland, and the largest stout brewery in the world, producing over three million pints of Guinness every day, supplying a growing Irish, UK and US market, and exporting to 90 global markets. Our main beer brands are Guinness, Guiness 0.0, Rockshore, Hop House 13, Smithwick's and Harp. The brewery produces multiple SKUs which are either kegged on site or transported in bulk tankers to packaging sites in Runcorn and Belfast. **About the Role**As a Process Operator in our Tanker Station, you’ll play a pivotal role maintaining customer service levels through the on-time and in-full dispatch of road tankers from St. James’s Gate to our packaging sites in Belfast, Runcorn and beyond.You’ll oversee the operation of respective process control system and procedures. Additionally, you will play a role in ensuring compliance to food safety and quality standards, ensuring that we deliver quality product to our customers every time.**Key responsibilities include:*** Carry out all necessary in-tanker quality analysis to ensure compliance to food safety and quality standards.* Cleaning, filling and importing tankers using our process control system* Work closely with stakeholders in our brewing operations, planning and logistics teams to ensure any risks to our customer service are mitigated.* Manage production plans and key performance targets, responding in a timely manner to keep the process on track.* Assess & optimise process performance/capability on an ongoing basis and look for opportunities to improve performance.* Responsible for changeovers including CIPS – Optimisation, provide changeover support across machines and linesThrough a suite of manufacturing excellence tools we strive to achieve world-class standards, and you’ll support us on our continuous improvement journey to identify and undertake projects in your area.Health and safety compliance is key at St James’s Gate and you’ll be at the forefront of making sure this is monitored alongside other KPI’s and targets including quality, hygiene, waste, and efficiency. **Experience / Skills Required**: This role requires a proactive approach and being a good communicator is essential. In addition, you’ll be able to demonstrate the following:* Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably from FMCG* Technically savvy, experience using SAP would be an advantage* Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment* High attention to detail and ability to prioritise workloads* A strong commitment to Health & Safety Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one. Our purpose is crafting iconic drinks chosen for life’s moments. And it’s our people, with their different experiences, perspectives and talents, who make that possible. We value diversity in its broadest sense and want everyone to feel they can belong, contribute and strive for their personal best. You’ll work alongside people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives — challenging, supporting and learning from one another as oneoutstanding team. Together, we’re constantly learning and improving, combining the strength of our people, capabilities and iconic brands to raise the bar, grow and win. Wherever you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, make an impact and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more. **Ready to bring your best? This could be your opportunity.** *If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you capture this information when you submit your application.* ***Recruitment Scam Warning****Protecting candidates is very important to us. All communications regarding your application will come from an email address ending in @diageo.com. In our recruitment process, we'll never ask for money.*With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 27,500 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world.Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented thinkers, leaders, and makers from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of.With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people's unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential.