Dairygold Co-Operative Society Limited (''Dairygold''), is a leading Irish farmer owned Dairy, Nutritionals and Agri Co-Operative, generating a turnover of c. €1.4bn and employing 1,300 people across its business activities in Ireland, UK, and Mainland EU.Dairygold Co-Operative Society Limited is now pleased to invite applications for the position ofAutomation Graduate.The Automation Graduate will provide automation support to operations to drive optimisation of production processes, recipes and equipment and to ensure that processes are in control resulting in cost effective, right first-time production. The role also involves support for existing and new product development across the DI Production facilities.Core responsibilities for this role include:Providing Automation support to operations to drive optimisation of production processes, recipes and equipmentAssisting Operations in troubleshooting, issue resolution, root cause analysis and new projectsCarry out routine and planned system maintenance (Cybersecurity updates/system and application patching).Collaborate with Central and Site teams to identify and develop new requirements for system and process improvements.Follow the Change Control procedures as set out in the site Quality Management SystemPost Change approval, develop, test, implement and document changes to the process automation code and systems hardware.Work within a cross functional multidiscipline team environment and support other functions in driving performance improvements across sitesDevelop and maintain the integrity of the interfaces between OT, MES & IT systems.Support End user and technical training for Operations and Maintenance teamsCandidates for this position must possess:3rd level qualification in engineering, computer science, related technical disciplineExcellent interpersonal and influencing skillsExcellent communication – verbal & writtenTeam player that can work alone or within a team.Organized, Logical with a High Attention to detailDemonstrated ability to work cross functionallyResults-orientated, data driven with a proven record of achievementHas the ability to plan and prioritize own work.Experience of using technical documentation and Drawings to understand and describe processes and systems.Knowledge of PLC's, SCADA databases and industrial protocolsKnowledge of Electrical, Mechanical and Pneumatic controlKnowledge of process instrumentation.Dairygold is committed to a work environment that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and creates an open culture where everyone feels valued and can be themselves.Dairygold believes that embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace benefits the organisation. Every employee brings their own experiences, background, work styles, capabilities, and personal characteristics to work and Co-Op Superstores aims to create an environment that encourages a culture of Bring your whole self to work.Dairygold is an inclusive employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with a disability. Should you wish to request a reasonable accommodation, please email Please get in touch to start your rewarding journey with Dairygold Co-Op today.