Lead Operator – Manufacturing
Lead Operator – Manufacturing
Are you a detail-driven operator who takes pride in precision, teamwork, and hitting production targets? We’re looking for a Lead Operator to help drive performance on the production floor and ensure smooth, safe, and efficient operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, on behalf of one of our clients.
As a Lead Operator, you’ll take responsibility for meeting daily production goals across output, waste, yield, and efficiency. You’ll play a key role in maintaining standards, ensuring accurate documentation, and supporting continuous improvement efforts.
Location: Naas, Co. KildareType of role: Full-Time | €14.30–€15/hour + 20% Evening Shift Bonus
Shifts: 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime
What’s in it for you?
Competitive rate per hour.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting health, sustainability, and savings on your daily commute.Pension Scheme: Helping you build a secure financial future from day one.
Pre-Retirement Planning & Savings Scheme: Supporting your long-term goals and financial security.
One Day of Giving: Contribute to causes that matter to you with a dedicated day for volunteering each year.
Employee Referral Program: Rewarding you for helping us grow our team with talented individuals.
Discounted Insurance: Enjoy savings on health, life, travel, and motor insurance.
Long Service Programme: Celebrating your dedication and commitment to the team.
Death in Service Payment: Ensuring peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Employee Support Program: Access confidential guidance and support for life's challenges.
My Wellness Programme & Onsite Health Checks: Prioritising your physical and mental well-being.
Onsite Parking & Tobacco-Free Workplace: Enhancing convenience and fostering a healthy work environment.
Marriage/Civil Ceremony Leave: Time to celebrate life’s special milestones.
Key Responsibilities:
Achieve daily production targets for output, waste reduction, efficiency, and yield.Record key production and management data at scheduled intervals, including downtime, waste, process logs, and non-conformances.
Oversee tools, machine parts, and probes—ensuring proper use, reporting, and replacement in line with foreign matter procedures.
Maintain control over Critical Control Points (CCPs) at all times to ensure food safety compliance.
Support energy conservation and waste management initiatives.
Ensure machines and work areas are clean, safe, and hygienic at all times.
Operate all equipment in accordance with provided training and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Follow all hygiene, health & safety, and quality protocols as per company and regulatory standards.
Produce and pack product according to “get it right first time” standards and customer specifications.
Proactively identify and report maintenance needs to the Production Supervisor.
Work closely with colleagues to maintain a steady flow of materials and avoid stoppages.
Demonstrate flexibility to help meet production goals during breakdowns or production delays.
Suggest process improvements or changes that could boost productivity, safety, or quality.
What You’ll Bring:
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and company procedures.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A proactive mindset with a problem-solving attitude.
Experience working in a fast-paced team environment.
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing demands and production needs.
A strong sense of responsibility and ownership of your work.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Nicole Sinnott or email your cv to Nicole to nicole.sinnott@osborne.ieIf you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided
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If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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