Production Associate

Production Associate

Ornua Co-operative Limited is seeking a Production Associate to join the Ornua Family as we continue our growth trajectory. This position will play a key role in performing multiple jobs in a rotation on the line. The laborer monitors the manufacturing process, makes boxes, packages, and palletizes the product. The Ingredient Handler works in a team environment to manufacture cheese products to meet production demands.

At Ornua, success is not just about what you do it's how you do it. You demonstrate our values by seeking new ideas, making things happen, showing care for your teammates, being your authentic self, and achieving great things together.

Experience and requirements include:

• Package finished product including box making, lining, filling, closing, and palletizing.
• Inspect cheese products, packing, and boxes for damage.
• Perform duties following all good manufacturing practices (GMP's) including food, equipment, and operating safety requirements.
• Complete all necessary cleaning and workplace sanitation requirements.
• Record production information on a tablet, scanner, computer, or by hand.
• Identify variations in cheese manufacturing processes, troubleshoot, and report to supervisor if unable to resolve.

The Ingredient Handler includes learning the Mixer, Blender Operator, Cheese Grinder & Forklift positions. This opening will have an emphasis on Cheese Grinding. The Mixer Position involves heavy lifting. Attention to accuracy in using the correct powders, lot numbers and amount in each batch. Required to weigh and mix dry ingredients. The Blender Operator makes sure each batch that goes into the blender is correct. Help the forklift driver set up the batch. Assisting the cooker in whatever way is needed. The Cheese Grinder Preps cheese grinder, bagging of cheese into specified amounts, as well as toting of the product. Forklift Operator is responsible for setting up correct batches for the production run, getting lot numbers and changes in lot numbers to the cooker operator. Perform the maintenance checklist on forklift every morning before use. Clean up spills in a timely manner and keep work area orderly. You will be required to help with breaks and anywhere else when needed. Keep work area neat and always picked up. You will report to the supervisor or lead on duty.

Qualified applicants must be able to perform all tasks noted above in a busy environment with limited supervision. Maintain good communication with the cooker operator. From time to time you may be required to work other shifts or be temporarily moved to other departments in the plant. Must also be prepared for any related duties Whitehall Specialties, Inc (within reason) assigned by the Supervisor or Management. Attend all required company training. Flexible to support work in all areas as needed.

Minimum qualifications include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to communicate in English

Desired qualifications include:

• Previous manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of Good manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

Physical demands include regular standing, walking, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 60 pounds. Employees must be able to perform repetitive motions and safely operate equipment while following all safety and quality procedures.

Working environment includes exposure to moving equipment, moderate to loud noise levels, and required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves, and hairnets.

Ornua is a purpose-driven, values-led co-operative creating value for Irish dairy farming families through our global operations. Our five values encourage us to Seek and Embrace New Ideas, Make It Happen, Be Our True Selves, Show You Care, and Achieve Great Things Together. We invest in our people and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Career progression opportunities, including global mobility. Comprehensive benefits with region-specific offerings.