Inspection Operative (Night Shift)

About West Cork Distillers

Established in 2003 by John O'Connell, Denis McCarthy, and Ger McCarthy, West Cork Distillers has grown to a team of 200 staff located at its distillery in Skibbereen, County Cork, and their Waterford site, Donohoe Drinks. The company thrives on entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to both the science and artistry involved in spirit and whiskey manufacturing. They are renowned for their innovative techniques and for producing some of the finest craft Irish whiskey globally.

Role Overview

We invite applications for the role of Inspection Operative at our Skibbereen facility, operating on night shifts. This position is integral to a new department within the company, tasked with ensuring that products meet quality standards through thorough visual inspection on the production line. Proficiency in English is essential to fully comply with health and safety protocols.

Compensation and Schedule

The pay rate for this position is €15.00 per hour with an additional 20% shift premium, resulting in €18.00 per hour total. Work hours are Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct visual checks on products moving along the conveyor belt to identify and eliminate any defects, contamination, or damage.
• Unload product cases safely from delivery containers, ensuring proper handling and stacking to avoid harm.
• Load and unload product cases onto and off the conveyor line efficiently.
• Adhere to the company’s quality control policies and promptly communicate any ongoing product issues or non-conformities to supervisors.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the inspection and conveyor area, ensuring readiness for audits.
• Comply with health and safety requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safe manual handling.
• Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors to maintain smooth production line operations and achieve set targets.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to handle manual tasks and remain standing for long periods in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent attention to detail to quickly and accurately detect product faults.
• Previous work experience within production, warehouse, or food manufacturing environments is preferred.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive hourly wage with night shift premium included.
• Company pension scheme.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Progressive annual leave increment based on years of service.
• Free lunches every Thursday.
• Organized company social and employee wellness events.
• Access to an employee assistance programme.
• On-site parking availability.
• On-site kitchen amenities.
• Participation in the Bike to Work scheme.

Location

This position is based at West Cork Distillers’ facility on Marsh Road in Skibbereen, County Cork.