PRODUCTION OPERATIVE
PURPOSE OF ROLE
Water Technology is an Irish owned indigenous business who have been manufacturing cleaning detergents, food ingredients and specialist chemicals in the dairy, food and beverage sector for over 40 years.We are looking for a Production Operative to join our busy team in Togher, Cork.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Blending detergents, hazardous chemicals, water treatment products and food ingredients as per S.O.P. (Standard Operating Procedure) / Formulation.
* Take instruction from Senior Production Operative, as assigned.
* Always maintain a clean workplace.
* Labelling containers and filling off product.
* Completion of Production Records-Job I.D. Cards, Production Logs, Cleaning Records etc.
* Ensure mixing tank cleanliness after each batch produced.
* Maintaining stock levels of raw materials needed for Production and advising Production Manager when stock needs to be ordered.
* Liaising with Production Manager in timely fashion on safety issues, if breakdowns occur, or repairs are needed.
* Washing IBC's and maintaining IBC Wash Log.
* Movement of raw materials and finished products within the site using forklifts and other material handling equipment.
* Wrapping and strapping finished goods on pallets prior to dispatch.
* Daily forklift checks prior to use to assure driver safety and maintenance of equipment
* Ensure all protocols are adhered to ensure the Safety of all employees.
* Fully adhere to all Health and Safety, EHS regulations, as instructed.
* Full co-operation in assisting with meeting Production KPI's.
* Any additional duties, as assigned.
THE INDIVIDUAL
* Highly organised and able to work on own initiative.
* Team player
* Positive attitude and willingness to learn and get stuck in
* Good communicator
* Comfortable working outside in different weather conditions
* Safety focused with a respect for Health and Safety standards.
* A good command of the English language, essential.
* Full Clean Driver's Licence, essential.
* Valid Work Permit, essential.
EXPERIENCE
* Previous forklift experience preferable but not essential
* Previous chemical experience preferable but not essential
BENEFITS
* Good benefits package provided including Company Pension Scheme, Death In Service, EAP & Income Protection.
* All training will be provided along with the opportunity for further education.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €13.50-€17.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company events
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Do you have previous experience working with chemicals? Yes/No
Language:
* a competent level of English? (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
* Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person