17 Production Assistant jobs in Ireland

Position Description:

Cloud Picker is searching for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team in a hands-on production role at our Dublin roastery.

As a key player in our daily operations, you'll support the smooth flow of production—from packing and dispatching coffee to maintaining our workspace and engaging in quality control. This role is ideal for someone self-driven, curious, and eager to contribute to the ongoing development of our craft. As a self standing position we will rely on your self motivation and strive to succeed. Your position is crucial in the smooth running of our business and further development of the Cloud Picker Brand.

Job Specifications

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Reports to: Roastery Manager

Responsibilities:

General:

• Loading / unloading deliveries, green coffee
• Grinding and packing of roasted coffee in an organized manner
• Careful and precise application of bag labels and roast dates
• Dispatching orders
• Cleaning and maintenance of the roastery equipment and work space
• General assistance around the roastery including the delivery of green coffee
• Other duties as assigned

Production Environment:

• Maintain the upkeep of the production environment.
• Cleaning of roasting accessories (bins, white bins, etc.) and alert other production staff of these tasks when needed
• Assist in the cleaning of the production warehouse and lab area
• Other duties as assigned
• Participate in team and staff meetings

Coffee Production (to aid in the daily production of coffee):

• Assist in the bagging of roasted whole bean and ground coffee
• Assist in the grinding of roasted whole bean coffee

Essential Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Competency in use of email, spreadsheets and other computer applications
• Reliable and self-sufficient
• Good problem solver
• Attention to detail

The Ideal candidate will:

• Always possess honesty and integrity
• Give our customers more than they expect
• Be creative and resourceful
• Optimize our financial resources
• Never stop learning and growing
• Embrace change and reevaluate systems
• Communicate clearly and openly
• Recognize individual and company success
• Protect our commitment to quality
• Be friendly and have a sense of humor

B Corporation

Cloud Picker is committed to B Corporation and the certificate and values it holds. Thus, our employees are also committed to acting on behalf of our agreement with the B Corporation values. Our actions are:

General:

• Motivated to make processes more efficient, safe, sustainable and transparent.
• Oriented towards cooperation by involving peers in their work when relevant, asking for feedback when necessary and effectively processing said feedback in a productive manner.
• Committed to (advancing the awareness of) health and safety policies, such as respecting the workload and office hours of peers.
• Attentive to new ways our business operations can be leveraged to further positive environmental or social impact.
• Proactive in sharing ideas on how to improve (business) practices, engage external stakeholders or support the communities in which we operate.

Social:

• Engagement of stakeholders beyond (direct) sales partners, eg. community stakeholders where relevant.
• Engagement of stakeholders on topics beyond sales-related conversations, eg. to proactively open up conversations with stakeholders on how to minimise waste, conserve energy or water, and make more sustainable purchasing or operating decisions.
• Supportive of our local communities wherever possible through local sourcing, hiring and investment.

Environmental:

• Willing to put in extra effort to gather, process and disclose accurate information regarding environmental and/or social impact to internal and external stakeholders.
• Committed to minimising waste and correctly processing the waste that is generated.

Cloud Picker is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

At Cloud Picker Coffee, quality is the core of our operations. We know that the quality of our coffee depends on the well-being of the people and places we work with. This is why our business is founded on a set of values that aims to create shared value and well-being for all.

• We do business with integrity and respect:
• We conduct our business based on honesty and ethical decision-making.
• We respect human rights, the interests of our stakeholders and individual differences.
• We are committed to operating sustainably and continuously challenging ourselves to do better.
• We govern our business in full compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• We encourage curiosity and celebrate diversity.

Start date: Immediate Start

Job type: Part-Time, Permanent

Application deadline: 6th October 2025

Application and cover letter to:

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: €15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Employee discount
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Store discount

Work Location: In person

Are you an organised and enthusiastic individual who would love to be part of a creative production team?

Gill, Ireland's leading publisher of educational and trade books, is seeking a Production Assistant for its demanding production department. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone to launch their Production career in an exciting company, with the chance to work on a variety of both Education and Trade projects.

To be successful in this role, you will love books, have a great eye for detail, be creative, numerate and comfortable prioritising and managing a busy workload. You will be a confident communicator and a strong team player. You will be adept at staying calm and focused under pressure.

The core responsibility of the Production Assistant
is to support the Production team, and be responsible for the production and delivery of a range of titles across our backlist, other tasks include but are not limited to:

• Collaborating across internal departments and external suppliers to ensure requirements are met and accurately communicated
• Taking in reprint corrections in Adobe InDesign and outputting and proofing PDFs
• Provide general admin support to the Production team in areas including design, picture research and eBooks
• General office assistance including maintaining our production archive

Key skills/experience:

• Third level qualification
• Experience working in an office environment is desirable
• Experience in another publishing role, not essential but beneficial
• Strong IT skills with a good working knowledge of all Microsoft applications, particularly MS Excel. Experience in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat would be a distinct advantage
• Confidence to build relationships with existing and new suppliers
• Excellent organisational skills
• Accuracy and a keen eye for detail
• Strong numeracy skills
• Able to take initiative
• A positive, can-do attitude
• Flexible and adaptable

This role is based at our Park West, Dublin 12 office. During the onboarding period, the successful candidate would be expected to attend the office on a regular basis before a hybrid working pattern can be established. To make an application, please email  by October 17th. In addition to a CV, applicants should include a cover letter, together with examples of relevant experience in the skills outlined above.

Are you passionate about fresh food and enjoy working with your hands in a lively, fast-paced environment? We're looking for a Food Production Assistant to join our growing production team, where every day is about crafting delicious snacks with care, precision, and pride.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a vital part of our bakery team, you'll help bring our fresh products to life. Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Weighing and preparing ingredients to create high-quality mixes on schedule.
• Shaping dough and rolling balls into our signature finished goods, attention to detail is key
• Packing products with care to meet customer order deadlines.
• Maintaining a sharp eye on product quality and consistency.
• Helping to ensure the bakery is clean, organised, and meets top food safety standards.

Why This Role Might Be Perfect for You:

• Monday to Friday only, enjoy your evenings and weekends off
• Be part of a friendly, supportive, and fast-paced team.
• Opportunity to learn and grow in a hands-on food production environment.
• Work in a well-established and respected company that values quality and teamwork.

Who We're Looking For:

We're on the hunt for someone who's:

• Enthusiastic, reliable, and a great team player.
• Able to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Has excellent spoken English to ensure clear communication.
• Local to Rathcoole or able to commute daily to Greenogue Business Park.

Bonus Points:

• Previous experience in a bakery, food production, or manufacturing environment.
• HACCP training or understanding of food safety procedures.

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of something fresh every day, we'd love to hear from you

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Will you be able to reliably commute or relocate to Rathcoole, CO. Dublin for this job?

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person

Hughes Farming is currently seeking to recruit a Quality and Production Assistant to join our team. This role is a key part of our process, and the successful candidate will work in a team-driven environment.

Principle Purpose of Job:

Manage quality duties, quality systems, food standards and liaise with the quality team leader and management on procedures and tools required to achieve and maintain high hygiene, quality and food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

· To actively manage quality and food safety compliance.

· To ensure compliance with all health & safety procedures.

· To advise and promote best practice standards throughout the operation.

· To carry out regular hygiene audits.

· To manage housekeeping and cleaning duties.

· To monitor the use of personal protective equipment within the brancch.

· To assist with production line duties when required.

Skillset

· Previous experience in a similar role desirable

· Knowledge of Quality Assurance concepts

· Strong communication skills

· Qualification in HACCP is desirable but not essential

· Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

· Good computer skills

You will be required to work closely with the other members of staff and provide support where necessary.

This Is a full-time position with career opportunities with training and attractive benefits.

Must be living within commuting distance of R95K882.

Salary negotiable, based on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From €27,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kilkenny, Kilkenny, CO. Kilkenny R95K882: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person

Production Assistant

Location: Dublin 12 | Job Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term | Contract Length: 3 Months | Pay: From €13.50 per hour

Work Location: In person

Drink Botanicals Ireland is an award-winning Irish company specialising in premium dried fruit garnishes and natural-based syrups. Our products are trusted by retailers, bars, restaurants, hotels, and off-licenses across Ireland, the UK, USA, and UAE.

As we prepare for our busiest season of the year, we're looking for a seasonal Production Assistant to join our team at our facility in Dublin 12.

The Role

This is a seasonal, full-time position running until the end of December 2025, with a review at the end of the period to assess the potential for a permanent role.

As a Production Assistant, you will support the fulfilment and production of customer orders during our Black Friday and Christmas peak. You'll be working in a dynamic and collaborative environment as part of a friendly and efficient team.

Key Responsibilities

• Order Packing: Accurately pack customer orders using correct items and packaging.
• Quality Control: Inspect product quality before packing to ensure high standards are maintained.
• Production Planning: Collaborate with the production team to manage stock and meet daily order targets.
• Stock Management: Assist with stock rotation and maintain a tidy, well-organised work area.
• Labelling: Apply clear and accurate product and shipping labels.
• Product Handling: Pack fragile items with care to prevent damage during transit.
• Order Accuracy: Double-check all outgoing orders to minimise errors or returns.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with your teammates to ensure smooth order processing and production flow.
• Health & Safety: Adhere to all health and safety guidelines and contribute to a clean, safe working environment.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in production, packing, warehousing, or logistics is a plus but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and a reliable, responsible work ethic.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, proactive attitude and strong teamwork skills.
• Good communication skills.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing, innovative Irish company during its busiest and most exciting season.
• Gain hands-on experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Potential opportunity to extend the role beyond the seasonal contract, based on performance.
• Competitive hourly pay with full-time hours.
• Perks including employee discount and on-site parking.

How to Apply

If you're motivated, hard-working, and ready to join a fast-paced seasonal team, we'd love to hear from you Please apply by submitting your CV.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term

Pay: Up to €13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person

Ready Chef is a second generation family owned Irish business supplying Fresh and Prepared vegetables, fruits and salads to all strands of the Irish Food Service Sector.

We are currently looking to recruit Full time staff to work as part of our production team. The production takes place in a chilled environment.

Duties associated with the role include:

• Ensuring all products are produced to a high standard
• Producing a range of fruit and vegetable products to various specifications
• Ensuring a clean and hygienic work environment is maintained.
• Correct completion of all paperwork
• Supporting all areas of production when needed

The production facility operates 7 days per week with shifts, 06:00-15:00 and 07:00-16:00. Working week is typically 5 days over 7. Successful applicants must be available to work weekends. You must also be eligible to work full time, 40 hours, in Ireland.

Only candidates residing in Ireland will be considered for this role, holding a valid full time visa. This is a full time role and candidates that is not legally allowed to work full time, will not be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €14.35 per hour

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount
• Wellness program

Application question(s):

• Do you live in Ireland now?
• Are you a stamp 2 holder?

Licence/Certification:

• Forklift Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person

*** Must have reliable transportation to commute to and from work each week, as there is no bus route nearby***

About the Role:

We're looking for a reliable, detail-focused Production Assistant to help with the day-to-day production of our protein balls. This is a part-time, hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys routine work, keeps things clean and organised, and takes pride in doing a job well.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the production and packaging of our protein balls
• Helping prepare and pack orders for delivery
• Following all hygiene and cleaning procedures to keep the workspace safe and tidy
• Supporting quality checks to maintain consistency
• Helping with general kitchen and production tasks as needed
• Possibility to take on more responsibility over time for the right person

Hours & Schedule:

The current schedule is Friday afternoons, Saturday & Sundays.

Who This Role Would Suit:

This role is ideal for someone looking for steady, meaningful part-time work, not just a short-term job. It might suit:

• A parent with school-age children, looking for work that fits around family life
• Someone returning to work after time away who wants a calm, structured environment
• A dependable, practical person who enjoys hands-on work and keeping things in order
• Anyone who prefers a small, respectful team over a fast-paced or chaotic workplace

No experience is required, but any background in food production, kitchen work, or similar hands-on roles would be a bonus. What matters most is reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

What We Offer:

• Part-time hours (approx. 15–25 hours/week)
• A supportive and respectful work environment
• Training provided — no formal experience needed
• Opportunity to grow with a small but ambitious company

Interested?

Apply now or send us a message with any questions. We'd love to hear from someone who enjoys doing things properly and takes pride in a job done well.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From €13.50 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Monahan Road, Ballintemple, CO. Cork: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you available to work all 3 of the days?

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Location:

• Monahan Road, Ballintemple, CO. Cork (required)

Work Location: In person

Required to work with spices, packing bags onto pallets ready for dispatch, work within a food preparation environment, forklift experience desirable not essential, be clean conscious and keep the work area clean and tidy.

Candidate should have a good understanding of the English language, be flexible in their working hours, be punctual and have their own transport.

Full training will be given

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €15.00-€17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Ready Chef is a second generation family owned Irish business supplying Fresh and Prepared vegetables, fruits and salads to all strands of the Irish Food Service Sector.

We are currently looking to recruit Full time staff to work as part of our production team. The production takes place in a chilled environment.

Duties associated with the role include:

• Ensuring all products are produced to a high standard
• Producing a range of fruit and vegetable products to various specifications
• Ensuring a clean and hygienic work environment is maintained.
• Correct completion of all paperwork
• Supporting all areas of production when needed

The production facility operates 7 days per week with evening shifts starting at 15:00 and finishing at 00:00. Working week is typically 5 days over 7 however additional shifts and overtime are available. Successful applicants must be available to work weekends.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €14.35 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• CO. Dublin, CO. Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Will you be able to provide a contactable work referance?

Experience:

• Irish: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Forklift Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person