Tetra Pak Production Technician (Night Shift)

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ABOUT MULRINES

Mulrines is one of Ireland's leading juice manufacturers, producing high-quality fruit juices and drinks since 1919. With manufacturing facilities in Ballybofey and Sion Mills, we are committed to delivering quality products through safe, efficient and reliable manufacturing processes.

We are currently seeking a Tetra Pak Production Technician (Night Shift) to join our Production team at our Ballybofey facility.

THE ROLE

Working on a permanent night shift, the successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of automated production equipment, ensuring products are manufactured to the required quality, food safety and production standards.

Working as part of the Production team, you will monitor production processes, carry out routine operational checks, identify equipment issues, complete production documentation and work closely with Engineering, Quality and Warehouse teams to achieve production targets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up, operate and monitor Tetra Pak and other automated production equipment.
• Carry out machine start-up, shutdown and product changeovers.
• Monitor production performance and make approved machine adjustments where required.
• Complete production, quality and traceability records accurately.
• Carry out routine equipment inspections and first-line fault finding.
• Escalate equipment issues to Engineering where necessary.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, quality and health & safety.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties associated with the role.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Experience operating automated or computerised production machinery within a manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of production processes and machine operation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Flexible approach to work and willingness to follow established procedures.
• GCSE/Junior Certificate (or equivalent).

DESIRABLE

• Experience within FMCG, food, beverage or process manufacturing.
• Experience of machine changeovers and production line set-up.
• Forklift experience or certification.
• Knowledge of GMP, food safety and quality systems.
• Experience with automated filling, packaging or processing equipment.
• First-line fault-finding or preventative maintenance experience.
• If you have the skills and experience required and are interested in joining Mulrines' Production team on a permanent night shift, we would welcome your application.