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Current Opportunities

At Mackle Petfoods we are always recruiting new members into our pet food family. From product design to marketing, production to logistics we have a wide range of opportunities at our sites in Moy and Moygashel.

Current Openings

We're now accepting expressions of interest for our Engineering Apprenticeship Programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career in a dynamic and supportive environment where you'll gain practical experience and work alongside industry experts. Why Join Us? - Learn on the job with experienced mentors - Access to formal training and development - A clear pathway to a rewarding engineering career - Be part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of industry To apply, please submit your CV using the form below or through your local college. Please note: To meet the essential criteria for this apprenticeship program, you must be currently enrolled in — or are enrolling on an Engineering course at a recognised local college starting in September 2025. Acceptance onto the programme will be subject to confirmation of acceptance onto the Engineering course.

Send CV to recruitment@macklepetfoods.com

| Closing Date: 27 April 2025

Join Our Team at Mackle Pet Foods! We're currently seeking a Production Technician to join our dynamic manufacturing team. If you're someone who enjoys working with machinery, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in producing high-quality products, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. In this role, you'll be responsible for operating and maintaining production equipment, ensuring smooth and efficient output, and playing a key role in helping us meet our production targets. You’ll also contribute to a strong team culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Be part of a company that values hard work, teamwork, and ongoing development—apply today and help us deliver the best in pet nutrition! This role is based on fixed shifts, offering flexibility to suit different lifestyles: Please select which shift you are applying for - Day Shift: 05:30 – 14:00 | £16.03 per hour, Evening Shift: 13:30 – 22:00 | £16.03 per hour, Night Shift: 21:30 – 06:00 | £16.03 per hour - Earn up to £18.03 per hour with our Night Shift attendance bonus. Company Benefits include: Health Shield, 31 days holidays included 9 factory closure days, Length of Service Holidays, Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Free onsite car parking, Onsite Electric Car Charging Point, Company Well-being Initiatives, Pension Scheme, Staff Sales

Job Description

Application Form: Production Technician

    Step 1: Job Details

    MoyMoygashel

    Day Shift (0530–1400)Evening Shift (1330–2200)Night Shift (2130–0600)

    Step 2: Personal Details

    Note: the company will require proof of this right before an offer of employment can be confirmed – e.g. Birth certificate and/or any other appropriate document required to confirm your right to work in the UK as required by the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996

    Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offence (other than a spent conviction under the terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974)?

    Step 3: Education







    Step 4: Employment Record

    Please give details of your employment history in reverse chronological order for up to 10 years only. Indicate any career breaks and the reasons for them.

    Employment History 1 (Required)

    Employment History 2

    Employment History 3

    Employment History 4

    Step 5: Essential Criteria

    Taking each of the essential criteria listed below, please demonstrate, using examples, of how you meet the criteria.

    Step 6: Absences

    Step 7: Medical History

    Step 8: Disability Discrimination Act 1995

    Step 9: Referees

    Please give the details of two work related referees, including your current or most recent post. Referees will not be contacted without your prior approval.

    Step 10: Employee / Applicant Monitoring Questionnaire

    Mackle Petfoods will seek to ensure that all existing and potential employees are given equal opportunities. It is committed to equality of opportunity in its employment policies. The aim is to promote equality of opportunity so that no employee or potential employee will be subject to unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, marital status, colour, race, nationality or other ethnic or national origin, disability, religion or sexual relationship.

    Mackle Petfoods will seek to ensure that no applicant for employment is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be justified. In order to help us monitor the effectiveness of its Equal Opportunities Employment Policy (and for no other reason) all applicants are asked to provide the information requested below.

    This information is confidential. It will not be taken into account during the application process or when making the appointment. If you do not complete this questionnaire, we are encouraged to use the “residuary” method, which means that we can make a determination on the basis of personal information on file/application form.

    Regardless of whether we practice religion, most of us in Northern Ireland are seen as either Roman Catholic or Protestant. We are therefore asking you to indicate your community background by ticking the appropriate box below.



    Section 1 of the Disability Discrimination Act describes a disabled person as a person with a ‘physical or mental impairment which has a substantial or long-term effect on his/her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities’.


    Step 11: Verification of Information

    Guidance Notes

    Please following the notes below to complete your application form:

    • Please complete all sections of this application form.

    • The information on this form will be used to decide who should be shortlisted for interview. It is therefore in your interest to fill it in carefully and completely. Continuation sheets may be added if necessary.

    • We reserve the right to apply additional criteria if necessary as part of the shortlisting process.

    • When the form is fully complete, please email to or alternatively post to the address below.

    • Do not substitute a CV for this application form, as they will not be considered.

    • We regret that due to anticipated high demand we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.


    * = Denotes required field

    Monitoring Ref: Moy/

    John Mackle (Moy) Ltd is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Please visit our website www.macklepetfoods.com to view our applicant’s policy.


    John Mackle (Moy) Ltd

    Human Resources

    John Mackle (Moy) Ltd

    40 Corrigan Hill Road

    Moy, Dungannon

    Co. Tyrone

    BT71 6SL

    Mackle Petfoods is an Equal Opportunities Employer

    Shifts: Variety | Hours: 40 | Closing Date: 25 April 2025

    The post-holder will collaborate on the implementation of processes to identify and measure waste at Mackle Petfoods sites in Moy and Moygashel. The successful applicant will be tasked with actioning waste reduction initiatives to work towards the achievement of sustainability targets. The postholder will be positioned within the Sustainability Team and work closely with Production, Purchasing, Engineering and Finance.

    Send CV to recruitment@macklepetfoods.com Job Description

    | Closing Date: 13 April 2025

    The post holder’s responsibilities will include assisting with the preparation and serving of meals, laundry duties and cleaning/general kitchen duties.

    Job Description

    Application Form: Cleaning and Kitchen Assistant

      Step 1: Job Details

      MoyMoygashel

      Day Shift (0530–1400)Evening Shift (1330–2200)Night Shift (2130–0600)

      Step 2: Personal Details

      Note: the company will require proof of this right before an offer of employment can be confirmed – e.g. Birth certificate and/or any other appropriate document required to confirm your right to work in the UK as required by the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996

      Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offence (other than a spent conviction under the terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974)?

      Step 3: Education







      Step 4: Employment Record

      Please give details of your employment history in reverse chronological order for up to 10 years only. Indicate any career breaks and the reasons for them.

      Employment History 1 (Required)

      Employment History 2

      Employment History 3

      Employment History 4

      Step 5: Essential Criteria

      Taking each of the essential criteria listed below, please demonstrate, using examples, of how you meet the criteria.

      Step 6: Absences

      Step 7: Medical History

      Step 8: Disability Discrimination Act 1995

      Step 9: Referees

      Please give the details of two work related referees, including your current or most recent post. Referees will not be contacted without your prior approval.

      Step 10: Employee / Applicant Monitoring Questionnaire

      Mackle Petfoods will seek to ensure that all existing and potential employees are given equal opportunities. It is committed to equality of opportunity in its employment policies. The aim is to promote equality of opportunity so that no employee or potential employee will be subject to unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, marital status, colour, race, nationality or other ethnic or national origin, disability, religion or sexual relationship.

      Mackle Petfoods will seek to ensure that no applicant for employment is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be justified. In order to help us monitor the effectiveness of its Equal Opportunities Employment Policy (and for no other reason) all applicants are asked to provide the information requested below.

      This information is confidential. It will not be taken into account during the application process or when making the appointment. If you do not complete this questionnaire, we are encouraged to use the “residuary” method, which means that we can make a determination on the basis of personal information on file/application form.

      Regardless of whether we practice religion, most of us in Northern Ireland are seen as either Roman Catholic or Protestant. We are therefore asking you to indicate your community background by ticking the appropriate box below.



      Section 1 of the Disability Discrimination Act describes a disabled person as a person with a ‘physical or mental impairment which has a substantial or long-term effect on his/her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities’.


      Step 11: Verification of Information

      Guidance Notes

      Please following the notes below to complete your application form:

      • Please complete all sections of this application form.

      • The information on this form will be used to decide who should be shortlisted for interview. It is therefore in your interest to fill it in carefully and completely. Continuation sheets may be added if necessary.

      • We reserve the right to apply additional criteria if necessary as part of the shortlisting process.

      • When the form is fully complete, please email to or alternatively post to the address below.

      • Do not substitute a CV for this application form, as they will not be considered.

      • We regret that due to anticipated high demand we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.


      * = Denotes required field

      Monitoring Ref: Moy/

      John Mackle (Moy) Ltd is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Please visit our website www.macklepetfoods.com to view our applicant’s policy.


      John Mackle (Moy) Ltd

      Human Resources

      John Mackle (Moy) Ltd

      40 Corrigan Hill Road

      Moy, Dungannon

      Co. Tyrone

      BT71 6SL

      Mackle Petfoods is an Equal Opportunities Employer

      Shifts: Part-Time or Full-Time, Permanent | Hours: 30 or 40 | Closing Date: 13 April 2025

      Join our Petfood Family. We are recruiting for Production Operatives in Moygashel to help make and package our award winning Naturo, Brandy, and Cat Club brands. We operate set shifts with a guaranteed 40 hours per week - please select 'Day Shift' and 'Moygashel' when applying for this role. The post holders will be responsible for the following duties: • Perform duties to the highest standard and achieve targets • Follow H&S policies • Work as part of a team • Highlight any issues/problems to supervisor/manager • Work towards BRC certification each year • Ensure high levels of housekeeping Company Benefits include: Health Shield, 31 days holidays included 9 factory closure days, Length of Service Holidays, Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Free onsite car parking, Onsite Electric Car Charging Point, Company Well-being Initiatives, Pension Scheme, Staff Sales

      Job Description Application Form Monitoring Form

      Application Form: Production Operative - Moygashel Day Shift

        Step 1: Job Details

        MoyMoygashel

        Day Shift (0530–1400)Evening Shift (1330–2200)Night Shift (2130–0600)

        Step 2: Personal Details

        Note: the company will require proof of this right before an offer of employment can be confirmed – e.g. Birth certificate and/or any other appropriate document required to confirm your right to work in the UK as required by the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996

        Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offence (other than a spent conviction under the terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974)?

        Step 3: Education







        Step 4: Employment Record

        Please give details of your employment history in reverse chronological order for up to 10 years only. Indicate any career breaks and the reasons for them.

        Employment History 1 (Required)

        Employment History 2

        Employment History 3

        Employment History 4

        Step 5: Essential Criteria

        Taking each of the essential criteria listed below, please demonstrate, using examples, of how you meet the criteria.

        Step 6: Absences

        Step 7: Medical History

        Step 8: Disability Discrimination Act 1995

        Step 9: Referees

        Please give the details of two work related referees, including your current or most recent post. Referees will not be contacted without your prior approval.

        Step 10: Employee / Applicant Monitoring Questionnaire

        Mackle Petfoods will seek to ensure that all existing and potential employees are given equal opportunities. It is committed to equality of opportunity in its employment policies. The aim is to promote equality of opportunity so that no employee or potential employee will be subject to unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, marital status, colour, race, nationality or other ethnic or national origin, disability, religion or sexual relationship.

        Mackle Petfoods will seek to ensure that no applicant for employment is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be justified. In order to help us monitor the effectiveness of its Equal Opportunities Employment Policy (and for no other reason) all applicants are asked to provide the information requested below.

        This information is confidential. It will not be taken into account during the application process or when making the appointment. If you do not complete this questionnaire, we are encouraged to use the “residuary” method, which means that we can make a determination on the basis of personal information on file/application form.

        Regardless of whether we practice religion, most of us in Northern Ireland are seen as either Roman Catholic or Protestant. We are therefore asking you to indicate your community background by ticking the appropriate box below.



        Section 1 of the Disability Discrimination Act describes a disabled person as a person with a ‘physical or mental impairment which has a substantial or long-term effect on his/her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities’.


        Step 11: Verification of Information

        Guidance Notes

        Please following the notes below to complete your application form:

        • Please complete all sections of this application form.

        • The information on this form will be used to decide who should be shortlisted for interview. It is therefore in your interest to fill it in carefully and completely. Continuation sheets may be added if necessary.

        • We reserve the right to apply additional criteria if necessary as part of the shortlisting process.

        • When the form is fully complete, please email to or alternatively post to the address below.

        • Do not substitute a CV for this application form, as they will not be considered.

        • We regret that due to anticipated high demand we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.


        * = Denotes required field

        Monitoring Ref: Moy/

        John Mackle (Moy) Ltd is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Please visit our website www.macklepetfoods.com to view our applicant’s policy.


        John Mackle (Moy) Ltd

        Human Resources

        John Mackle (Moy) Ltd

        40 Corrigan Hill Road

        Moy, Dungannon

        Co. Tyrone

        BT71 6SL

        Mackle Petfoods is an Equal Opportunities Employer

        Shifts: Day Shift 0630 - 1500 | Hours: 40

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        Contact us Call: +44 (0) 28 8778 4641