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General Operative

POSTED ON 4/20/2025 AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/16/2025
Kerry Group Ireland Full Time
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Job Description

51.8069343566895;-8.37753772735596;Kerry Group , Kilnagleary , Carrigaline , Co. Cork , P43 A597
About the role
We have a great opportunity for a General Operative to join our Team in Kerry Carrigaline, Co. Cork.
This is a full-time, permanent position. The role primarily involves working during daytime hours; however, occasional night shifts will be required.

Where will you work?
Our Kerry site in Carrigaline specialises in the production and distribution of enzymes and brewing ingredients for a global market. Located in a quiet, green area, the site is conveniently near a bus station, making it just a 30-minute journey from Cork city. The onsite parking is available.

What will you do?
Your responsibilities as a General Operative will include:

Actively engaging in relevant training plans to ensure target outcomes are achieved.
Ensuring all operations are carried out as per procedures.
Complying with all Safety and Environmental standards.
Maintaining the production areas in a clean and organized manner.
Developing a working knowledge and understanding of relevant plant equipment, pipe runs, services, etc.
Engaging in cross-training and being flexible to work in other departments if required.
Ensuring all appropriate documentation is completed in a neat and timely manner.
Adopting a proactive approach in achieving site, departmental, and individual targets.
Running of the Spray Dryer in Powders.
Ensuring safe and efficient use of forklift trucks.
Continuously improving in day-to-day duties.
 

What do you need to be successful?
Previous experience in a manufacturing production environment and preferably in a highly automated manufacturing facility is essential.
Certified forklift driver (experience essential and proof of certificate required).
Leaving certificate or equivalent is essential.
Third level certificate in engineering/production is desirable (e.g. Fetac Level 5).
Good team-working and communication skills.
Self-motivator and good organisational skills.
Energetic person, willing to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
Computer literate – Word, Excel, email.
 

Why Join Us?
Competitive pay with shift allowance.
Employee benefit platform with discounts and offers for retailers online and offline, travelling, utilities and more.
Matched pension scheme up to 10%.
Employee Assistance Program, supporting your emotional, physical, nutritional and financial wellbeing.
Inspiring People - Kerry's Global Recognition Program.
OurVoice, opportunity to share your feedback on the work environment every year.
OurShare, Kerry share plan available to all employees, with option to enrol once a year.
MyCommunity, have one day per year to volunteer for a worthwhile cause.
Friendly team focused on continuous improvements and safety.
 
About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world.  
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential
  • Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 2
  • Minimum Qualification:No Qualification
Desirable
  • Ability Skills:Computer Literacy, Manual
  • Competency Skills:Flexibility, Teamwork
  • Specialising In:food manufacturing, fermentation

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