Machine Operator

Machine Operator (Multiple opportunities available)

Lir Chocolates, Navan, County Meath

Position type: Permanent Full-Time 

Hours: 40

Shift Pattern: Monday - Thursday, 06:00 - 16:30

Pay range: We are recruiting for 3 roles across different factory areas, with pay rates ranging from €14.96 - €15.30 depending on area.

• €15.30 per hour only role - Potential increase at 3 months (€16.32) & 6 months (€17.03) after successful training

Breaks: 1 x 30 minutes paid, 1 x 30 minutes unpaid 

Closing date: Friday 22nd May 2026

• →Operate the production machinery in line with SOPs, safety, hygiene and quality requirements
• →Carry out machine start‑ups, shut‑downs, changeovers and routine checks
• →Monitor machine performance, rejects and downtime, and report issues
• →Complete product quality checks to ensure specifications are met
• →Support preparation of the machine for the next day’s production (set‑up, tempering and packing requirements)
• →Keep the machine and surrounding area clean, tidy and audit ready
• →Raise and document machine faults or defects with the Line Lead or Supervisor
• →Complete all production and quality paperwork accurately and on time
• →Work with others on the line to keep equipment running efficiently

• Good mechanical understanding of machines and equipment
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Able to keep work areas and tasks organised during the shift
• Comfortable carrying out basic counts, checks and calculations
• Able to read, write and speak English clearly for production paperwork and handovers

Lir Chocolates produces a broad range of speciality chocolates under the Lir brand, as well as for major retail customers and other famous chocolate brands, all from our factory in Navan. We have three advanced production lines across two buildings, specialising in high-precision chocolate technologies such as panning, one-shot depositing, spinning, spraying, and decorative transfers. Our factory environment combines automated systems with artisan hand-finishing, creating unique packaging formats that add complexity and challenge to line design and maintenance

Please apply online via our careers portal: create your account, upload your CV, and answer all requested questions. You will then be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team and, if progressed, enter a one stage interview process at our Navan site, including a factory tour and the opportunity to meet the team. 

Lir Chocolates is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or adjustments to be made for your interview by speaking with the Talent Acquisition team at application stage.