Requisition ID: 59191
Position Type: FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Onsite
About the Role
Are you ready to take the lead? As a Production Group Leader at Kerry Dairy, you will be at the forefront of our operations, guiding a dedicated frontline team to achieve safe, efficient, and high-quality production. Reporting to the Operations & Continuous Improvement Manager, your role will be a blend of hands-on leadership and cross-functional collaboration, driving operational excellence.
This is a full-time, permanent, on-site position based in Portadown, working Monday to Friday.
About Kerry Dairy
Kerry Dairy Ireland is not just a company; it's a commitment to quality and sustainability. As a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality dairy solutions while partnering with local family farms. With over 50 years of experience, we are a key player in the global food industry, known for our market-leading brands like Cheestrings, Dairygold, and many more.
Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing lands, produced by a network of Irish family farms with one of the lowest carbon footprints globally. Join us in shaping the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities.
Globally, we employ over 1,600 dedicated professionals and achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion in 2024, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Team Management: Lead the Production Stream team by recruiting, training, and developing team members.
* Health and Safety: Ensure the health and safety of all employees by fostering a strong safety culture.
* Standard Development: Document and train team members on site policies and procedures.
* Continuous Improvement: Facilitate and execute improvement initiatives using KPS methodologies.
* Labour Organization: Optimize labor availability and cover essential roles during absences.
* Process Reliability: Monitor and enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness.
* Performance Analysis: Analyze Key Performance Data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
* Quality Assurance: Maintain product quality and adherence to GMP standards.
* Project Management: Assist in the delivery of key projects impacting the production stream.
* Maintenance Coordination: Work with engineering teams to manage maintenance activities.
Qualifications and Skills
* Proven experience in managing a team within a process environment.
* Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles and tools.
* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to implement effective solutions.
* Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
* Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
* Fluency in English.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
Kerry is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all. As part of your application, you will be asked to answer a few short questions, which will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
Beware of scams: Kerry will never ask for payment to participate in the hiring process. Any official communication will come from verified Kerry accounts.
Recruiter: #LI-SR1
Posting Type: LI