Warehouse & Transport Operative

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About Us

Dawn Farms is the largest dedicated supplier of cooked meat and plant-based ingredients and fermented products outside of the US supplying world leading brands across more than 44 markets from our two state of the art plant facilities based in Naas. We also have manufacturing facilities in the UK and Germany. Dawn Farms is one of the largest employers in Naas, Co Kildare with a strong culture of diversity and inclusion.

Job Purpose

Dawn Distribution isa leading business at the forefront of the temperature-controlled food logistics sector in Ireland, we specialise in managing imports and exports for a wide range of valued customers. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a competent and highly organised individual to join our team. This role requires a Reach Truck Driver to effectively and efficiently perform their daily work tasks to the highest level of hygiene, food safety and health and safety standards, meeting all targets and reporting all issues and actively be involved in any investigations and corrective actions.

The role involves the employee being an integral part of the team, working together and meeting production plans.

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday - 10:30am - 18:00pm & Friday - 10:00am - 20:00pm

Role Responsibilities & Duties

• To familiarise oneself with the daily picks and releases and shipping schedules. Working as part of the team to book in stock, prepare orders for shipping ensuring excellent attention to detail and upkeep of stock reports.
• Perform pre-start checks and record legibly reporting any issues before commencing day’s work.
• Ensure the machinery/equipment is in good working condition to start shift.
• Ensure that during work if there is an equipment or processing fault that it is managed immediately, and full documentation and communication of issues occurs to prevent re-occurrence and trouble shoot for future.
• Ensure the line output is efficient and stoppages and downtime are minimized.
• Changeovers need to be managed in a smooth and time efficient manner adhering to all food safety policies and health and safety policies, working with maintenance and following the machine operation SOP in a team effort.
• Employees need to manage and use stock in rotation i.e. First in First Out, and report any shortages to prevent waiting time for production.
• All records and checks sheets to be completed accurately and filled in so all the information is legible.
• All issues need to be reported as soon as they occur, so the issue can be managed. Please ensure clear communication and full details are given.
• Employees need to recycle at all times allocating recyclable materials to the correct locations.
• Communicate openly with full details daily to your team, the maintenance team, the quality team, H&S and all managers ensuring you are responsible for your work and your work area and product at all times.

Skills & Experience

• Team Player but also the ability to lead.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic.
• Level headed & a logical thinker.
• Willing to learn the information that is involved in the job.
• Ability to take instruction but also ability to work on own initiative.
• Excellent communication skills with team and team leader.
• A ‘can do’ ‘will do’ attitude.
• Attentive to detail in relation to quality and output.
• Be health and safety conscious.
• Flexible to the needs of the business.
• Be responsible and take ownership of your work but also check the work of others.
• Good problem solver with great follow up skills ensuring all is completed.
• Excellent ability to manage and delegate work.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience operating a Reach Truck.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Excellent understanding of Food Safety (HACCP) and Health & Safety process.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Previous experience in food logistics or temperature-controlled warehousing (preferred)

Why Dawn Farms?

We can offer an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-class team offering permanent, full-time positions with set hours and plenty of opportunity for further training, development and career opportunities should you wish to progress further. Our culture is one of inclusiveness and diversity with a constant drive and focus for continuous improvement throughout our business. Our production plants are located in Naas, Co Kildare with easy access via public transport.

What we can offer you?

• 171.60 hours of annual leave per annum.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Pension plan employer contribution.
• Subsidised health insurance.
• Subsidised canteen.
• Employee assistance programme
• Free English classes.
• Wellness programme.
• Maternity/Paternity leave benefits.
• Training & Development, Career progression: Apprenticeship Programme.
• Christmas Hamper.
• Christmas Savings Scheme.
• Bike to work scheme.