Relief Production Operator

Company Overview

Carbery Group is dedicated to enriching lives. How do we do this? Owned by the farmers of West Cork, we are a global business with deep local roots. Our mission is to deliver lasting value to our farmer shareholders while making a positive impact on our customers, employees, suppliers, partners, and the communities we serve. We are committed to doing this by creating healthier, tastier, and more sustainable food and ingredient solutions.

With customers in over 50 countries, we pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation, our open mindset and ability to be a good partner. We prioritise our customers’ needs, while also valuing our planet and fostering a thriving, people-first environment.

How You Will Contribute:

• Fermentation Duties;

• Permeate Cooling and additions

• Vessel preparation including programmed CIP wash

• Vessel filling

• Checking Parameters (ongoing checks)

• Vessel settling, Yeast Transfer and emptying

• Preparation of Yeast Propagation vessels

• Operation of Yeast centrifuges and sedicanter

• Operation of RO (Reverse Osmosis) and ROP (Reverse Osmosis Polisher) plants

• Record keeping of all activities

• General cleaning

• Other duties

• Distillation Duties:

• Start up, running, shut down and CIP of the Distillation plant producing feints for storage or further processing.

• Start up, running and shut down of the Rectifier producing 96% ethanol.

• Start up running and shutdown of Anhydrous Plant producing 99.9% ethanol.

• Load/unload tankers for customers.

• Diagnose issues with Plant and take remedial actions to rectify these issues.

• Carry out maintenance and other tasks as required.

• Monitor Cooling Tower operations and dosing.

• Attend and contribute to the relevant meetings.

• Optimisation of alcohol quality and yield.

• Minimise impurities in products.

• Responsible for record keeping of all activities, cleaning and of any abnormal occurrence on a days’ production.

• The daily sampling of product and the testing in Lab as appropriate.

• General cleaning

• Perform any other duties when requested.

This role will involve shift work when covering holidays and absence.

Flexibility will be required as shift cover may be required on occasions with short notice.

Key Ingredients for Success

Essential requirements:

• Ability to understand operator instructions – both spoken and written.

• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and clear communication.

• Reliable work ethic and a positive attitude.

• Able to meet high standards for productivity, quality, and safety.

• Flexible and willing to adapt to changing tasks or shifts.

• Good attention to detail in all aspects of the role.

• Practical and focused on finding solutions.

• Works well as part of a team.

• Clear and effective communication skills.

• Comfortable using basic IT systems and tools.

Our commitment to our People

We are a diverse and growing workforce of over 1,000 people across eight countries globally. As we continue to grow, we want to ensure that Carbery Group continues to be a place where people are supported to develop and feel that they can do their best work. We are committed to driving growth, developing future capability and delivering results through our dedicated teams.

We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and an inclusive workplace where your skills, perspectives, and experience help shape the future of our industry. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration and makes a meaningful impact - from local communities to global markets.

Carbery Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a supportive work environment.