Overview
Production Team Leader position at Kerry Coleraine, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. This is a full-time permanent role with a 3-week rotating shift schedule (12-hour shifts from 7am–7pm or 7pm–7am, days and nights).
We are expanding our manufacturing facility in Coleraine and are hiring for multiple full-time, permanent positions as our operations grow. Kerry Coleraine is a leading manufacturer of processed cheese, producing individually wrapped cheese slices for retail as well as catering and fast-food industries, with ongoing expansion into new products for global brands.
Responsibilities
* Managing a team of around 17 members; training and mentoring new team members and providing ongoing support to enhance skills and performance.
* Executing production operations by following SOPs and engaging in front-line problem solving.
* Detecting, resolving, and reporting production issues affecting performance, quality, or safety.
* Performing visual inspections for material acceptance and verifying batch numbers and shelf-life.
* Preparing the line for production, ensuring safety, hygiene, and equipment readiness; executing changeovers per SOPs.
* Capturing and documenting operations data such as downtime, waste, yield, and non-conformances.
* Conducting equipment checks and quality control inspections before, during, and after production.
Requirements / What you need to be successful
* In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, with preference for experience in food manufacturing.
* Proven ability to perform standard work at full line speed.
* Strong leadership skills and demonstrated experience in leading teams.
* Excellent written, verbal, and numerical skills, with fluency in English.
* Proficiency in computer literacy, including MS Office and SAP, with ability to log in and interpret production data.
* Exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to resolving issues.
* A continuous improvement mindset, demonstrating ownership and initiative.
* Team-oriented attitude, committed to supporting production goals.
Why Join Kerry
* Career development opportunities within a leading global player in sustainable nutrition.
* Collaborative team culture focused on continuous improvement and safety.
* Employee benefit platform with discounts and offers, plus matched pension up to 10%.
* Employee Assistance Program supporting wellbeing in emotional, physical, nutritional and financial areas.
* Recognition and feedback programs and share plan options available to employees.
* Volunteer day program to support worthwhile causes.
Kerry is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in recruitment; we do not discriminate based on protected characteristics.
Important notices
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent Kerry. Kerry will not solicit candidates through non-Kerry email addresses or video chat rooms for interviews. Kerry will not ask for payments during the hiring process, other than reimbursable travel expenses.
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