Role Profile As a member of the Tirlán Belview team, the Production Specialist will play a key role in delivering on all operational requirements relating to the manufacture of premium Dairy Ingredients powders in a high care, highly automated production environment.
Working with their Team Leader and other team members, they will perform a range of duties across the powder production process including process management, implementation of quality standards and systems, measurement and reporting.
This will be achieved within a flexible annualised hours work system.
Responsibilities Manage own safety and ensure a safe work environment for colleagues including completion of SPAs and risk assessments and escalation of risks to the Team Leader Ensure production requirements are met relating to timely delivery of raw materials for each stage in the production process and the packaging and dispatch of finished goods Review and deliver on daily production schedules, monitor progress, troubleshoot and problem-solve in line with Plant Policies and Procedures Follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), policies and procedures at all times Take a pro-active role in identifying and implementing continuous improvements by identifying opportunities for improving performance, minimising risk (both personal and food related) and maximising quality standards Ensure fully functional operation of equipment, escalating as necessary and conduct first line maintenance Complete verification process and documentation on finished product in line with customers' specifications.
Provide manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analysing data Recognise the importance of budget targets, constantly strive to reduce costs and improve efficiencies through a detailed knowledge of the process Act as role model in the implementation of site safety, cleanliness and hygiene standards Implement process quality sampling and in-process testing Participate in up-skilling and cross-skilling on various stages in the Production process As a competent member of the team train other team members on areas of competence Requirements Graduate (diploma or degree) in an Engineering, Science or similar discipline with 6 months+ in a relevant environment or Individual who has a minimum of two years' experience working in a manufacturing environment (preferably food/drink) working to GMP standards in a highly automated environment Positive outlook - focus on outcomes and solutions Teamwork - thrives in a team environment Ability to problem solve and conduct root cause analysis Interpersonal effectiveness Can demonstrate high levels of proficiency in the use of IT/automation tools and software Multi-tasking and flexibility Autonomy and decision making- ability to work on own and make decisions We offer Work/life balance and collaborative work culture Career progression opportunities