Key Machine Operatives Ballyrashane Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Limited (The Group) is the second largest dairy processor on the island of Ireland. The business is complex and ambitious with a milk supply pool of 2 billion liters of milk, drawn from over 3,200 family farms across 16 counties, and annual revenues of almost €2 billion in 2022. With the most modern dairy manufacturing facilities in 8 locations on a cross border basis, the Group supplies to a broad customer base including some of the worlds foremost blue chip companies across the dairy food ingredients, foodservice and consumer food channels on a domestic Ireland, UK, European and global basis. Internationally we export some 240 different products to over 100 countries worldwide. The Groups Agribusiness Division (Lakeland Agri) operates a state of the art Animal Feed Manufacturing Facility and is a leading and innovative provider of the highest quality feeds and agricultural inputs to dairy, beef and sheep farmers across the north and south of Ireland. The Role Key Machine Operators will be responsible for working as part of the team in Ballyrashane in the Butter and Intake and Processing departments. Working with all shift members, operatives will work to deliver production targets and meet customer demands on time and in full ensuring that Food safety, Quality, Health & Safety and all operating procedures are adhered to at all times to the highest standard and in line with the companys food safety culture. The Person The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate experience in setting up and operating machines in a busy manufacturing environment. They will be driven and customer focused, understanding that customers and customer satisfaction are the foundation of our success. They will have the ability to work effectively with others and to build positive relationships, utilising effective communication skills. Candidates would ideally have previous experience working in the dairy industry and have a valid Forklift Truck license, but these are not essential. A full job description and person specification for this role is available from the Human Resources Department. Applications can be made by e-mailing your CV to quoting KO225 in the subject line or by obtaining an application form from Reception. Closing date is Monday 11th May 2026. Lakeland Dairies Ltd is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. Benefits: Free parking Pension Health and wellbeing initiatives