General Operative

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated General Operatives to join our Manufacturing team at Pilgrim’s Europe Carrickmacross. In this role, you will play a key part in producing high-quality finished goods by converting work materials, improving production processes, and maintaining a strong focus on colleague safety and product quality.

Key information:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Fixed shift: Day, Evening and Night shift work available (Monday to Friday).
• Shift premium available for Evening and Night shift work.
• Initial Temporary 6 months contract with view to permanency.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Reward and recognition scheme, employee discount scheme and subsidised canteen.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Full training provided.
• Opportunities to grow and develop.
• Be part of company that values your skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow standard work processes to produce excellent results and support team performance.
• Always follow safety rules and report any unsafe practices or concerns immediately.
• Carry out dynamic risk assessments before tasks and ensure proper training and authorization for equipment use.
• Conduct quality checks, inspections, and documentation in line with Standard Operating Procedures and quality standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities (OPEX)
• Ensure smooth process changeovers and timely communication to avoid disruptions.
• Contribute to solving production issues using structured problem-solving tools like 3C (Concern, Cause, Countermeasure).

What We’re Looking For:

• Proficient written, numerical, and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken).
• Prior experience in manufacturing environment (desirable).
Strong technical ability and confidence working at full line speed.

Apply today and take the next step in your manufacturing career!

Pilgrim’s Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.

Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.

Across Pilgrim’s Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim’s Europe team are based in our Pilgrim’s UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim’s Food Masters and Pilgrim’s Shared Services businesses.