About the role Are you passionate about data and artificial intelligence? Kerry is one of the world’s largest taste and nutrition companies. This role uses cutting edge technologies including Databricks and Azure OpenAI to develop agentic AI solutions that support the digital transformation of the business. You will work with your team on the latest technologies in a great company atmosphere where you can personally grow. Requisition ID: 60121 Position Type: FT Permanent What will I be doing? Lead, coach, and manage a team of data scientists, ensuring adherence to Databricks platform best practices. Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development. Drive strategic data science initiatives from conception to deployment, aligned with business objectives. Collaborate cross-functionally with data engineers, data analysts, AI architects, AI ops engineers, data governance, product owners, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of projects. Oversee evaluation, selection, and application of machine learning and generative AI techniques/frameworks, ensuring best practices and optimal outcomes. Monitor team performance, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback for professional growth. What do I need to be successful? Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in Data Science, Computer Science, or related field. Proven experience leading and managing a data science team. Hands-on expertise with the Databricks platform, particularly in ML and generative AI applications. Experience designing, developing, and deploying ML models and generative AI solutions in production cloud environments. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to coach and inspire team members. Databricks Certified Machine Learning Professional (strongly preferred). Databricks Certified Generative AI Engineer Associate (strongly preferred). What will I get in return? We offer opportunities to make a difference, work as a team, and grow within a community of innovators across disciplines to solve global food challenges. We also offer 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) Hybrid working Free onsite parking Free onsite gym Free shuttle bus from Sallins train station to our Naas offices Health care cover Matched pension scheme Benefits platform with discounts and cashback on major retailers About Kerry Kerry is the world’s leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. We partner with customers to create healthier, tastier, and more sustainable products consumed globally. A career with Kerry offers opportunities to shape the future of food in a global environment. Important information We are committed to Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes and do not discriminate based on gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. We advise candidates to beware of scams and note that Kerry will not request payments during the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Global Product Director - Dairy & Bakery enzymes Join to apply for the Global Product Director - Dairy & Bakery enzymes role at Biosearch Life, a Kerry Company About Kerry: Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment. Requisition ID: 59869 Workplace Arrangement: Full-time Permanent About The Role The Global Product Director - Enzymes will drive and manage the overall sustainable performance of the dairy and bakery enzyme categories, aligned to strategy and manufacturing capabilities. The role mobilises and integrates cross-functional teams to define and manage the execution parameters specific to the technologies that enable successful delivery against strategies, profitability and growth targets. Preferable location is Ireland - relocation support is provided. Further work locations will be evaluated during the recruiting process. Travel on a global level is highly required. Key Responsibilities Determine the optimized Finished Good Portfolio aligned to strategy, including maintaining market-relevant collections and identifying innovation requirements; drive and own the innovation pipeline for the portfolio, including GTM launch plans. Determine efficient business terms (MOQ, lead times, stocking policy) to ensure competitiveness and support an enhanced customer experience and a more planful, efficient manufacturing environment. Determine and communicate target margins and pricing guardrails to optimize financial performance, informed by competitive landscape and total cost of ownership. Identify levers to enhance margin (e.g., plant transformation activity, process technology improvements). Qualifications And Skills Solid experience in management/leadership roles in enzymes with strong understanding of product and portfolio management. Ability to drive change and growth of technology at a global level. Experience in working in a global matrix organisation with strong influencing skills (influencing without authority). Resilient, positive attitude and ability to lead teams through setbacks. Strong experience in food applications for enzymes – dairy, bakery, beverage, etc. Strong industry network and understanding of landscape, competitors, market dynamics. Strong understanding of enzyme science; ability to understand and translate. Experience in P&L management and decision-making for short and long term. Adept at managing senior stakeholders with clear and confident communication. Commercial experience – customer and market experience and skills. Project management experience, particularly managing new launches through a global organisation. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in recruitment processes and do not discriminate based on protected characteristics. We advise to beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. Kerry will not solicit candidates via non-Kerry email addresses or use video chat rooms for interviews. Kerry will not ask for payment in the hiring process, except for reimbursable travel expenses. Recruiter: Posting Type: LI #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview About The Role We have a great opportunity for a Laboratory Technician at our Kerry site in Charleville, Co. Cork. This is a full-time, permanent role. Hours of work involve a 3 cycle shift pattern consisting of 0800 - 1600 / 1600 - 1200 / 1200 - 0800 plus a shift allowance of 25%. The hours may change in the summer to 12 hour shifts working 4 on 4 off (2 days and 2 nights). The Laboratory Technician is based in our Powder Lab, within Milk intake. You will be responsible for testing and analysing product samples to ensure that the quality standards are met. Any previous experience as Lab Assistant, Lab Analyst, Quality Technician or QC Technician will be advantageous. What will I be doing? Testing and analysing raw materials, WIP and finished product samples. Carrying out all laboratory activities in line with GLP and in-house requirements. Assisting with ensuring the laboratory is always adequately stocked with the consumables necessary to carry out the required analyses. Recording all data relevant to each test, and results and keeping all records up to date, clear and legible. Performing basic instrument calibration, maintenance and completion of associated records. Preparation of swabs and environmental swabbing and testing. Management of shelf-life samples. Work with production and quality team on root cause analysis. Maintaining the laboratory in a clean and well organised status. Participation in audits (internal and external) and inspections. What do I need to be successful? Science based degree in a relevant area i.e. Food Science, nutrition, biology, analytical chemistry etc or relevant laboratory experience is a requirement. Good standard of PC literacy (Excel, Word) – SAP would be an advantage. Analytical and logical approach with excellent attention to detail. Keen interest in food science and food safety. Ability to thrive under pressure and work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Good written and verbal communication skills. Flexibility and willingness to learn. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to work well independently and within a team. Continuous improvement mindset. Proactive approach to troubleshooting. Detail oriented. About The Dairy Business Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence. With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers. Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities. Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 29 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett. Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants About the role We have an exciting, varied and busy role for a Quality Systems Administrator to join a multi-functional team based at our Charleville site. This is a busy varied customer focused role managing customer complaints to a high level of customer satisfaction. Working 9 - 5:30pm Monday to Friday. Requisition ID : 60814 Workplace Arrangement About the role We have an exciting, varied and busy role for a Quality Systems Administrator to join a multi-functional team based at our Charleville site. About The Dairy Business: Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence. Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. Key Responsibilities Manage customer complaints - gather / trend / instigate investigation if trending / generate response and send to complaint handler, if needed have translated. Review new artwork proposals using standard template Manage updating database & visual standards on the floor if new packaging design is due to be introduced by generating new standard and retrieving / removing old standards incl upload to SharePoint. Maintain packaging library in technical and intake offices. Ensure supplier approval is maintained for all suppliers not covered by Kerry central CoS incl update of approved supplier list & RA. Complete CoA check for all incoming ingredients & ensure SAP checks in place for all new materials Complete tasks as per Food Defence plan e.g. arrange for samples to be gathered/ labelled and send for nutritional or micro (external) testing ; arrange for lab equipment incl e.g. T probes to be calibrated to schedule by sending external after raising PO, ensuring stock of palletising & NC books & production labels is maintained Complete inspections relating to Quality systems e.g. RSPO / Supplier approval Follow up on customer queries / monitor shared email box Reporting Kerry KPI metrics on e.g. complaints, micro testing, auditing, standard adherence etc. Administration task to aid change management and document control Follow up on any recommendations raised by Pest control Provider Support with swabbing, lab work, investigations, mock traces and projects in factory as required Support Supplier Non-Conformance handling when needed e.g. log NC and responses on KPI record What You Can Bring To The Role Understanding of microbiology, food manufacture and associated risk Attention to detail coupled with strong problem solving ability Team focus - strong interpersonal skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills A demonstrated numerical ability to record, interpret and analyse key process data Ability to adapt to a fast paced environment with changing requirements Understand the concept of close out to rootcause to prevent repeat issues. Proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP, Intelex Attention to detail and able to work independently What will I get in return? At Kerry Dairy Ireland, we believe in giving talented, curious people the opportunity to make a difference. We work as a team, searching for the best ways to inspire food and nourish life. We are a community of innovators, working across disciplines to solve global food challenges with a fresh approach. We want you to achieve whatever you put your mind to. We Also Offer 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays). Health Care allowance. Matched pension scheme. Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers. Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process except for reimbursable travel expenses. Recruiter Posting Type: LI Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Quality Assurance #J-18808-Ljbffr
