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General Operator

We have a new opportunity for a General Operator to join a leading chemical manufacturer, based in Little Island, Cork. This is a permanent day’s role (7.30am to 4pm) located a 10-minute walk from the train station.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Operate filling, packing, and production processes for chemical liquids and powders in line with work instructions and batch records.
  • Set up, monitor, and adjust production equipment, performing basic maintenance and reporting faults as required.
  • Verify labels, batch codes, and product weights/volumes to ensure compliance with specifications.
  • Safely handle, store, and transfer raw materials and finished products, including hazardous chemicals.
  • Adhere to all PPE, health, safety, and environmental procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Accurately complete production documentation and batch records to ensure full product traceability.
  • Report quality issues, deviations, incidents, and near-misses promptly to management.
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping through routine cleaning and sanitisation of equipment and work areas.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP standards and company quality, environmental, and food safety systems.
Requirements:
  • Previous experience in a chemical manufacturing, food production, pharmaceutical, or similar regulated production environment.
  • Ability to understand and follow written work instructions, standard operating procedures, and safety data sheets.
  • Awareness of, or willingness to be trained in, chemical handling safety, manual handling, and the correct use of PPE.
  • Physically capable for the demands of the role, including standing for extended periods, lifting, etc.
  • Reliable team player with good attention to detail.
  • Forklift license is an advantage.

For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Megan O’Doherty
megan.odoherty@collinsmcnicholas.ie
021-4911066

 

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