General Operative (Morning, Evening & Night Shifts)

Company Overview

Dawn Farms, the foremost provider of cooked meat, plant-based, and fermented products outside the US, caters to leading global brands across more than 44 countries. Operating from advanced facilities in Naas, Co Kildare, as well as locations in the UK and Germany, Dawn Farms stands as one of the largest employers in Naas, promoting a culture deeply rooted in diversity and inclusion.

About the Role

We are hiring General Operatives to join our production teams at our Naas facility. This full-time, permanent role involves working set shifts—morning, evening, or night—where you will contribute significantly to maintaining impeccable hygiene, food safety, and health and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitise tools, equipment, and surfaces used in production.
• Pack and prepare various meat products according to specifications.
• Handle dispatch duties and palletisation to ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Perform roles along the production line, adhering to established processes.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) strictly.
• Comply with all company health, safety, and hygiene policies and protocols.

Candidate Profile

• Team-oriented individual comfortable collaborating with colleagues.
• Able to work confidently with meat products and within chilled environments.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to contribute positively.
• Capable of following instructions as well as operating independently when needed.
• Conscious and respectful of health and safety requirements.
• Flexible and adaptable to the operational needs of the business.

Benefits and Perks

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 171.60 hours.
• Overtime pay and shift premium allowances when applicable.
• Access to a company pension scheme.
• Contribution towards health insurance premiums.
• Subsidised meals available in the company canteen.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering support including counselling, financial advice, life coaching, and family services.
• Complimentary English language classes to support personal development.
• Wellness initiatives to promote overall employee health.
• Competitive maternity and paternity leave benefits.
• Opportunities for training, personal growth, and career advancement.
• Seasonal perks such as Christmas hampers and savings schemes.
• Participation in the bike to work scheme.

Additional Information

The production plants are easily accessible via public transportation from Naas.

Hourly wage ranges from €14.15 to €18.39, with additional overtime available.