Role Profile
The successful candidate will be based in Ballyragget within the R&D function, reporting to the Tirlán Research and Innovation Centre Pilot Plant Manager. The Pilot Plant Specialist will operate and assist with pilot plant trials and activities. The individual will operate process equipment including a spray dryer, evaporator, heat treatment systems, membrane separation units plus many other smaller pieces of equipment. The role will include all cleaning and CIP’s. The role will support warehouse stock control, laboratory upkeep and general tasks across the facility. The role requires someone that is enthusiastic and willing to learn. The ideal candidate will have either food manufacturing, heat treatment, evaporation, or drying experience.
Responsibilities
Once trained, operate all pilot plant equipment within safety and quality guidelines. This includes, but not limited to, a spray dryer, evaporator, membrane plant, heat treatment unit and UHT unit;
Assist and enable the completion of pilot trials in compliance with all R&D procedures;
As a competent member of the team train other team members;
Monitor and record running conditions for the equipment & complete all trial documentation post run whilst providing manufacturing information by compiling, sorting, and analysing machine process data;
Cleaning of all tanks, process equipment, pilot area and lines as necessary;
Organise timely delivery of raw materials for each stage in the production process and including packaging as requested whilst managing finished product in conjunction with the trial requestor;
Ensure elevated levels of hygiene are maintained in the work area & follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) policies and procedures at all times. Be a role model for all others using the facility;
Be willing to conduct ad hoc duties as required that maybe outside day to day running of equipment. Examples would include supporting R&D trials elsewhere, COVI projects, R&D Empower projects or Lean initiatives, as agreed with the Pilot Plant Manager;
Manage own safety and champion a safe work environment for all colleagues. Adhere to ‘zero Harm’ policy at all times. Identify and rectify any hazards in the area and notify management. Conduct safety audits when requested;
Support the maximisation of pilot plant utilisation and ensure production requests are met daily by having a ‘can do attitude’ to enable the requests;
Review and deliver on daily production schedules, set by the Pilot Plant Manager, monitor progress, troubleshoot, and problem-solve in line with pilot plant policies and procedures;
Take a pro-active role in identifying and implementing continuous improvements and optimisation by identifying opportunities for improving performance, minimising risk (both personal and food related) and maximising number of runs per month successfully;
Ensure fully functional operation of equipment, escalating as necessary to maintenance when needed;
On occasion, conduct sampling and in-process testing as request to support trials or environmental monitoring upkeep;
Learn and use in house software systems such as MES, LIMS, SAP & LMS that will support day to day activities in the pilot plant;
Participate & provide up-skilling, training, and cross-skilling on various stages in the pilot plant production processes and become a ‘superuser’ of the equipment;
Update SOPs as changes are identified & required;
Requirements
Hands on experience in a commercial manufacturing plant or pilot plant operation;
Experience with operating a spray dryer, evaporator, or UHT unit will be beneficial;
Good level of computer skills;
Good communication skills;
A good understanding of food manufacturing and processing;
Willing to learn & engage with the wider team and conduct tasks and duties outside of normal pilot plant operations at times;
Results-orientated with a ‘can do attitude’ is essential.
Located in Ballyragget, this role reports to Pilot Plant Manager and will operate and assist with pilot plant trials and activities. This is a 5 days per week role and is site based. On occasion, flexibility may be required pending trial requests and demand of the pilot plant.
We offer
Free parking incl. EV charging;
Collaborative work culture;
Career progression opportunities.
About us
Formerly known as Glanbia Ireland, we are now Tirlán.
Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth.
We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.
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