Operations Higher Level Apprentice Niche Drinks Co Ltd

Job description

To work in all areas of laboratory, processing and packing lines; Technical, Quality Systems, NPD and Supply Chain departments to produce cream liqueur and other alcoholic beverages in accordance with the production plan and to the required specifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties of a Production Operator/ QA Tech/ NPD Tech when working in the relevant department.
• Operation of production and/ or laboratory equipment.
• Maintain all relevant records to meet legislation and internal Quality Management Systems.
• Clean and maintain all tanks, plant and pipe work, wall and floor surfaces etc. to meet an acceptable hygiene standard.
• Contribute to problem solving within the Operations department.
• Assist in staff training.
• Participate in internal and third part audits.
• Assist in other areas of the business when/ if necessary.
• Carry out all duties within the Company’s HACCP and Health and Safety procedures.
• Adhere to all Company policies and procedures, including Company Health and Safety Policy and Equal Opportunities Policy.
• This is not an exhaustive list of duties and may be added to or deleted from as required to meet the changing needs of the business.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 GCSEs or equivalent including English Language, Mathematics and a science subject) at grade C or above.
• Must have, or will have achieved before the start of September 2025, a minimum of two A-Levels or equivalent qualifications (which could include a Level 3 Extended Diploma or Level 3 Apprenticeship).
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Flexible with regard to overtime working including early mornings, weekends and shifts.
• High level of manual dexterity.
• Ability to maintain high standards of personal hygiene, workplace cleanliness and quality.

Desirable Skills

• Some experience in a factory environment.
• Computer literate especially in MS Office.

Further Information

The successful candidate will attend CAFRE (Loughry Campus) on block release throughout the year for the duration of their 3 year contract whilst studying for the Foundation Degree in Food and Drink Manufacturing. Please contact The Monitoring Office, Niche Drinks Co Ltd, 10 Rossdowney Road, Derry/ Londonderry, BT47 6NS Tel: 028 71343434 email: info@ nichedrinks.com for an application pack. When completing the application form, applicants must demonstrate how they meet the essential and desirable criteria. Please do not submit a CV with application or in lieu of application forms.

Application Information

Please contact The Monitoring Office, Niche Drinks Co Ltd, 10 Rossdowney Road, Derry/ Londonderry, BT47 6NS Tel: 028 71343434 email: info@ nichedrinks.com for an application pack.

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