General Operative

Role overview

Join the Tullamore production team and contribute to the supply of premium food products to customers around the world. This position is suited to dependable, motivated people who want to support day-to-day manufacturing activity in a food production setting.

What you will do

As a General Operative, you will help with packing, product preparation, and hygiene-focused tasks that keep production moving efficiently. The role is central to maintaining food quality, cleanliness, and smooth operations on site.

Core duties

• Support the preparation and packing of food items while following required quality and safety procedures.
• Work closely with colleagues to help the team achieve production goals and operate efficiently.
• Keep your workstation clean and hygienic to the expected standards.
• Help maintain steady product quality by working carefully and paying attention to detail.
• Remain adaptable to shift changes and be willing to work overtime when business needs require it.

What the employer is looking for

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment is strongly preferred.
• A dependable approach to work, with good organisation and time management.
• Comfort working as part of a team and building positive working relationships.
• A quality-conscious mindset with strong attention to detail and results.
• Availability for day and evening shifts, including overtime where needed.

Benefits

• Discounted or complimentary food.
• On-site canteen access.
• On-site parking.
• Competitive pay.

Additional information

The standard schedule is an 8-hour shift on a day-shift pattern. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland.

About the company

Sofina Foods Europe operates across Canada and Europe with a workforce of more than 13,000 people at 40 sites. The business focuses on delivering meat and seafood products, with an emphasis on innovation, sustainability, customer satisfaction, and responsibly sourced ingredients from over 50 protein sources across five continents. The company aims to be the most successful food company in the world.

Equal opportunity statement

The employer promotes an inclusive hiring environment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Reference details

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