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Dairy Process Operator

Dale Farm
Temporary
Manufacturing and Production
Cookstown, County Tyrone
Up to £13.77 per hour
Startdate: January 2026
Ref: PO - Dunman CAMP_1767875669
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Job description

Our client in Cookstown is looking for Prolduction Operatives with immediate start.

Location: Cookstown
Hours: Fixed shifts - 7am-7pm / 7pm-7am
Shift Pattern: 3 days on → 3 days off → 3 nights on → 3 nights off
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

We are recruiting Production Operators to join our client's expanding production team in Cookstown. This is a key role within a highly automated cheese-making operation where you will develop strong technical knowledge and hands-on process expertise.

Full training will be provided to ensure you gain a complete understanding of the cheese and whey production process-from pasteurisation and curd production through to finished product, including whey processing.

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals who are eager to learn, take responsibility, and contribute to a successful, fast-paced team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate modern, automated cheese and whey production equipment
  • Develop specialist skills in cheese making and whey processing
  • Monitor production quality and process standards
  • Maintain hygiene and safety procedures (including CIP)
  • Work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Essential Criteria:

  • Minimum 4 GCSEs including English, Maths, and Science (Grade C or above)
  • Experience working on manufacturing lines using control systems/computers
  • Knowledge of food manufacturing standards including CIP/COP and HACCP

Desirable Criteria:

  • Food Safety training or qualification
  • Experience with MS Office packages
  • Previous food processing experience
  • Previous experience of Safety Risk Assessments

The Ideal Candidate:

Our perfect Production Operative will be:

  • Reliable, punctual, and flexible
  • Able to work independently and within a team
  • Comfortable communicating in English (written and verbal)
  • Motivated with a strong work ethic and interest in developing specialist skills

Intrested?

For more information or to book registration please call us on 07841803311 or email us on dalefarm.onsite@stafflinerecruit.com

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