About Us...
Donohoe Drinks Company in Waterford is Ireland's oldest independent manufacturer of alcoholic beverages, and we have recently joined the portfolio of companies under West Cork Distillers. We are a contract bottling, manufacturing and blending company, with over 125 years in the business and our flexible plant enables us to fulfil smalor or large quantities for specialist or premium products and high volume established brands.
We are looking for...
We are currently looking for a Forklift Operator to join our team in Donohoe Drinks, Waterford.
Forklift experience and demonstrated qualifications are essential for this role.
Fluent English is required for this position to ensure that Health and Safety policies and procedures are fully understood and adhered to.
Working Hours:
The role operates on a rotating shift pattern. You will work Monday to Friday on an alternating cycle:
- Week 1: 6am - 2pm
- Week 2: 2pm - 10pm
What you'll do...
- Operate forklift to move, stack, and organise products daily.
- Safely load and unload trucks, containers or pallets using forklifts, ensuring goods are properly secured and undamaged.
- Transport materials to and from storage areas, production lines or loading areas.
- Conduct daily forklift inspections and report any faults or required maintenance to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Follow company safety policies, including correct use of PPE and maintaining a safe working environment.
- Accurately complete relevant documentation such as delivery notes, or warehouse records.
- Support team members with manual handling tasks and other duties as required.
- Flexibility may be required to undertake additional/other duties on occasion, based on business needs and requirements.
- Other duties as directed by your manager.
We Offer...
- Competitive Salary
- Shift Allowance
- Pension
- Health Insurance
- Increased Annual Leave Per Year of Service
- Company Social Events
- Employee Wellness Events
- Employee Assistance Programme
- On-site Parking
- On-site Kitchen Facilities
- Bike to Work