Dryer Operative

Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Limited (The Group) is the second largest dairy processor on the island of Ireland. The business is complex and ambitious with a milk supply pool of 2 billion litres of milk, drawn from over 3,200 family farms across 16 counties, and annual revenues of almost €2 billion in the current year. With the most modern dairy manufacturing facilities in 8 locations on a cross border basis, the Group supplies to a broad customer base including some of the worlds foremost blue chip companies across the dairy food ingredients, foodservice and consumer food channels on a domestic Ireland, UK, European and global basis. Internationally we export some 240 different products to over 80 countries worldwide. The Groups Agribusiness Division (Lakeland Agri) operates a state-of-the-art Animal Feed Manufacturing Facility and is a leading and innovative provider of the highest quality feeds and agricultural inputs to dairy, beef and sheep farmers across the north and south of Ireland. We employ some 1,300 employees across the Group with the majority evenly split between NI and ROI. We invite applications from highly motivated and enthusiastic people to work as Dairy Operators within our Drying Operation at our Artigarvan site, 47 Berryhill Road, Artigarvan, Strabane, Co. Tyrone, BT82 0HN You should be able to work in a team setting and have the flexibility to work on rotating shifts covering 24/7 including weekend and public holiday working. Successful applicants will be fully trained. This is a very exciting time to join the company. The role will involve all aspects of the powder production process from machine set up and operation to provision of product for packing and despatch. All roles will also involve manual lifting, completing production/dispatch records and maintaining quality standards. A high standard of numeracy and literacy is therefore required. Computer skills are also required for this role. Applicants must be able to use initiative to solve problems and work proactively with minimal supervision. A knowledge of food safety and previous production experience or experience in a production/manufacturing environment sector would be advantageous. Mechanical or electrical knowledge would also be an advantage. Applications can be made by emailing your CV quoting ARTDRY24 in the subject line. Closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm on Monday 2nd December 2024. Lakeland Dairies Ltd is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us. POSITION Dryer Operative DEPARTMENT Drying Department SITE Artigarvan REPORTING TO Production Supervisor DATE November 2024 THE ROLE Working under the instruction of the Area Manager/Supervisor, this is a Dyer Operative role with responsibility for system efficiencies, operation of manufacturing equipment and cleaning/maintaining of production process equipment in-line with Corporate, Quality and Health & Safety standards. RESPONSIBILITIES Ensuring that production operations are conducted in adherence to all company standards for Hygiene, Health and Safety and workplace cleanliness Hourly checks of all equipment, set point monitoring and recording of relevant information. Conduct and assist maintenance with PM, RM and breakdown tasks as and when required. Conduct post operational checks on all equipment after the process has been completed. Completes pre-operational checks on all equipment before starting a process. Collects all samples and checks components of raw materials and finished product in accordance with published SOPs. Completes all work instructions, production, quality, safety and hygiene logs accurately and in a timely manner Operates equipment and machinery in accordance to Standard Operating Procedures, making corrections as required based on system/operational monitoring information Continuously monitors all aspects of the production process for leaks and spills; Takes immediate corrective action and informs the supervisor Monitors and documents production, chemical, maintenance and cleaning processes, informing the Production Manager/Supervisor of any issues or concerns. Undertake training, learning and operational change as required in the effective and efficient production of Dry Milk products. Communicate effectively with other departments, management and operatives in the effective and efficient production of quality product Provide cover for other departments as required Undertaking any other duties as required in delivering effective/efficient milk production KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Candidates should possess proven experience and knowledge in the following areas: Essential: Working on your own Initiative defining, planning and managing your workload Attention to detail ensuring accuracy of information and process Ability to problem solve and resolve issues quickly and effictively Report writing and presenting information. Recording and analysing data Excellent IT skills Microsoft packages (Excel, Word). Desirable: Relevant experience within a similar food manufacturing environment QUALIFICATIONS Candidates should possess the following qualifications: Essential: Secondary level education with a good standard and understanding of English and Mathematics. Desirable: GSCE or equivalent level in English and Mathematics Food Safety/Hygiene qualification

Location: UK, GB

Posted Date: 11/28/2024