Production Operative – Randalstown Feedmill

About the role

We are a leading food company seeking a motivated Production Operative to join our Randalstown feedmill. This hands‑on position is essential for keeping the mill running smoothly and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety.

Key responsibilities

• Operate blending and pressing machinery, as well as micro‑bin filling equipment.
• Weigh lorries, manage yard duties and perform stocktaking, raw‑material checks and carousel operations.
• Clean bins, silos and equipment, including work in confined spaces.
• Maintain hygiene across the mill and ensure compliance with COSHH, bio‑security and health‑and‑safety regulations.
• Operate forklifts, pallet trucks, industrial scrubbers, scissor lifts and cherry pickers.
• Perform routine maintenance on rollermills, grinders and other plant machinery.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to resolve equipment issues.
• Complete required paperwork, reporting and follow bio‑security controls.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and night shifts if required.
• Physical capability to handle manual tasks such as lifting 25 kg bags and working in confined spaces.
• Positive attitude, problem‑solving mindset and strong communication skills.

Required skills

• Operation of blending/pressing machinery and micro‑bin filling equipment.
• Forklift, pallet‑truck, industrial‑scrubber, scissor‑lift and cherry‑picker operation.
• Equipment maintenance for rollermills, grinders and related plant assets.
• Use of a computerised production control system.

What we offer

• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for growth, development and leadership within the organisation.
• A workplace that prioritises health, safety, hygiene and employee well‑being.