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Job description

A leading FMCG manufacturer in Ballymena is seeking a proactive and adaptable Production Operative to join its production team. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety and takes pride in maintaining smooth, efficient, and high-quality production operations. Working closely with the Production Shift Manager, you will support machine operation, maintenance, and fault diagnosis while contributing to continuous improvement across production lines.

Responsibilities

• Support the Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer in operational duties including breakdowns, machine cover, and problem-solving.
• Assist with planned maintenance, machine setup, and production changeovers.
• Operate machinery during absences or peak production periods, maintaining efficiency and quality.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve routine equipment issues promptly to minimise downtime.
• Maintain accurate documentation for quality checks, maintenance, and operational performance.
• Promote and uphold high standards of health, safety, hygiene, and housekeeping.
• Monitor and minimise product and material waste.
• Participate in training and cross-skilling activities to develop technical competency.
• Foster positive communication and teamwork across the production floor.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Proven experience within a manufacturing or production environment, ideally involving machine operation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance.

Further Information

Benefits: -2 days on, 2 nights on and then 4 nights off work pattern -Matched pension contributions -Company-funded cashback health plan & life assurance -Employee Assistance Programme -Permanent role Please note the weekly hours exceed the 48 plus hour Working Time Directive and the successful applicant may be required to sign an "opt-out" form.