Requisition ID: 57743 Position Type: FT Permanent Workplace Arrangement: About Kerry 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. About the role To support the commercial sales team in the growth of Bloom feeds, Calf Milk Replacer (CMR), minerals and other seasonal products along with providing on-farm nutrition guidance to Kerry milk suppliers/purchasers of feed from Kerry agribusiness. The position is field-based with a requirement to work from the Manufacturing Feed Mill in Farranfore for approximately 1 day per week. Travel within the Kerry milk supplier region will be required regularly, with additional travel to match business requirements. Key responsibilities Co-ordinate a nutrition support service with the commercial team on a weekly basis. Conduct structured farm visits accompanying a member of the commercial team. Act as the first point of contact for handling nutrition/feed quality issues on farm (e.g., milk fever, low butterfat/protein %, feed shortage, diet feeder, diet formulation, and overcoming objections to the reluctance of customers not using Bloom feeds). Develop nutrition guidelines and offer training on a regular basis to store staff on the Bloom feed range including minerals and milk replacer products. Liaise with the team at the mill in Farranfore and external service providers on the development of potential new feeds/feed-related products (e.g., course mixes, dry cow minerals, new feed additive technologies). Take ownership of this process as an integral part of the role. Attend trade shows and speaker opportunities at farmer-facing events to promote the Bloom feed range. Enable and up-skill the sales team to overcome objections on farm to up-sell, with further support from the Commercial Ruminant Nutritionist as needed. Engage with key stakeholders who directly and indirectly impact the Bloom feeds business to cascade information up and down the chain. Work with the quality, sustainability, and commercial teams to enhance participation in Kerry’s Evolve programme. Qualifications and skills - Degree in Agricultural Science (preferred) - 3-5 years of experience in the field #J-18808-Ljbffr
Requisition ID: 57751 Position Type: FT Permanent Workplace Arrangement: About Kerry Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very 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. 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. About the role We are seeking a Telesales Executive to join our team in Farranfore, Co. Kerry. It's required to work from the office five days a week. Key responsibilities Cold Calling; presenting the business in a professional capacity with both milk suppliers and non-milk suppliers whilst selling the features and benefits of our services. Manage outbound sales and service calls in line with agreed service levels. Increase our Customers awareness across our full product offering, while understanding the customers’ business to best match their needs. Up-sell and cross-sell products from the extensive product portfolio. Manage delivery size and frequency to ensure efficient use of warehouse and transport resource. Maintain, through the effective use of a follow up process, regular contact with new and existing customers to ensure that relationships are maintained for potential repeat business. Liaise with other internal stakeholders to resolve any customer issues promptly. Promote the digital ordering proposition www.farmandhomestore.ie Build effective relationships with customers and internal colleagues. Monitor and report on market and competitor activities. Manage sales administration in compliance with GDPR and regulatory processes. Support the sales team to increase product range and meet sales targets. Completion of weekly KPI sheet. Qualifications and skills A minimum of 1 year experience in a busy customer-focused environment. Ability to work as part of a team whilst also demonstrating initiative to take ownership when required. Competency in PC packages including the MS Office suite and Office 365. A dedicated focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences, combined with outstanding communication skills. The ability to work using initiative and to complete tasks to a high degree of accuracy and quality. A proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a varied and challenging workload. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About the role As a Demand Planner, you will report to the Head of Customer Supply Chain and collaborate with two other demand planners. In this position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring demand forecast accuracy, effective supply chain communication, and comprehensive reporting. The analytical part will be complemented by interactions with the commercial team, making this a dynamic role with a variety of tasks and activities. This is a full-time and temporary role for a cover maternity leave for one year, starting from mid-May. Key responsibilities Create a consensus forecast to be used as part of the Kerry S&OP process. Manage the monthly cadence for the demand planning process. Generate and share reports required to provide insights and drive the demand planning process in Kerry. Champion demand planning ways of working - communicate with customers and sales teams, to drive improvements to the process. Communicate with relevant stakeholders to ensure outputs of demand plan are taken into consideration. Support the enablement of development projects through to launch, and identify product delists, to minimise material risk and service failures. Provide support and suggest solutions where business targets are not being realised. Attend and contribute to Supply Chain Meetings as required. Training of supply chain teams on demand planning best practices, use of forecasting accuracy / error measures to improve forecasting effectiveness. Qualifications and skills Awareness of Demand planning systems, working models Attention to detail and numeric analytical skills Meeting facilitation Prioritisation of workload and areas of focus based on impact assessment Strong communication and presentation skills within and across business functions, junior and senior stakeholder groups Desire to seek for continuous improvement Influencing, challenging and negotiation skills within and across business functional teams Capacity to identify key issues and trends and proactively develop a plan to address. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About the role We currently have a number of exciting positions available for General Operatives in our Kerry site in Listowel. We have various seasonal positions with 12-hour, 8-hour, and day shifts on a rotating basis. Overtime is available. The General Operative role itself is varied, and depending on your skills and training, you can be assigned to different parts of the site. Any previous experience as a production operative, warehouse operative, forklift operative, line operative, or machine operator will be an advantage. As a member of our Kerry Team, you will have access to multiple benefits: competitive pay, an employee benefit platform (discounts and offers for retailers online and offline, traveling, utilities, and more), a matched pension scheme up to 10%, an employee assistance programme, and career development opportunities. Key responsibilities Operating plant and equipment in a food processing facility. Ensuring that a safe workplace is maintained for themselves and their colleagues. Following procedures to ensure that the food being produced is of the highest quality. Following hygiene and good manufacturing practices. Reporting and helping to solve issues on a production line. Qualifications and skills Good communication and English skills. Must be computer literate and will have to work with SAP and Microsoft Office. Must have the drive and determination to get the job done. Previous experience working with food. Knowledge and understanding of food manufacturing. HACCP training. Forklift license. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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. About the role We are recruiting for a Safety Data Sheet Author to join the Regulatory team in Naas. The SDS Author will be focusing on Chemical Safety and ensuring that products remain compliant with EU and Global chemical regulations. You will provide leadership to Kerry on regulatory requirements internally, to drive competitive advantage for Kerry and bring knowledge of future regulatory changes to the wider regional and global regulatory and scientific affairs team. The successful candidate will be a subject matter expert in chemical legislation changes and provide updates of such changes to the relevant internal stakeholders, including highlighting the affected products involved, and the expected impact and actions needed to ensure compliance is maintained. Key responsibilities Identify EHS Hazards and assess risks associated with said hazards (e.g., chemicals of concern, understanding impacts of specific GHS classifications). Knowledge of hazard classification of chemical substances, chemical safety, engineering controls, exposure limits, personal protective equipment, etc. Knowledge & understanding of global GHS hazcom regulations, global regulations that impact the manufacture and sale of chemicals and international transport regulations (DOT, IATA, IMDG). Ensure all substance data in SAP EH&S is correct and maintained. Ensure SDS generated by SAP EH&S are compliant with the EU CLP Regulation. Coordinate change management processes (impact assessment, plan to re-calculate and re-release revised SDS, etc.) to ensure that classification and regulatory updates to products and raw materials are managed and communicated effectively both internally and externally. Advise and support finished goods regulatory teams to generate complete and accurate SDS in a timely manner. Support the Horizon Scanning process & Issues Management. Inform and update RSA LT and internal stakeholders on outputs to feed into hard insight process. Liaise with RDA and Quality Control to gather all relevant data required for PCN notification submissions. Work closely with projects team and ICT to automate notifications and generation of Unique formula identifiers where possible. Support labelling team to ensure hazard information is correctly displayed on the product labels. Expert level understanding of how to author a Safety Data Sheet from scratch for the EU. Able to conduct manual chemical hazard assessments of new and existing products according to the UN GHS framework as well as other country or region-specific GHS implementations (e.g., CLP). Experience searching, reading and interpreting the ECHA dissemination website and the information contained within the REACH registration dossiers for Europe, HCS for North America, etc. In-depth knowledge of rules-based safety data sheet generation software, particularly SAP EHS. Able to interpret lab reports and official studies from a toxicological and ecotoxicological standpoint to assign the correct hazard classification to a substance or mixture. Qualifications and skills Experience in Food/Beverage/Pharma industry, in regulatory, QA or experience of National or International Trade Associations. Expert knowledge of EU chemical legislation and good knowledge of global GHS hazcom regulations, global regulations that impact the manufacture and sale of chemicals and international transport regulations (DOT, IATA, IMDG). Hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related discipline. Able to work accurately and quickly in a fast-paced environment with an eye for detail: accurate, organized. Ability to work on your own initiative. Self-motivated with good organizational skills. Strong knowledge of database system maintenance and management. Strong IT skills with experience of standard software packages, Optiva and SAP EH&S. Benefits At Kerry, we believe in creating an inclusive and flexible work environment that empowers our employees across Europe. Why work for us? Agile Work Arrangements: We understand that work-life balance is essential. Whether it’s remote work options, agile working, on-site role or hybrid working model, we support our employees’ diverse needs. Professional Development: We invest in your growth. Take advantage of training, workshops, and mentorship opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. Diversity and Inclusion: Kerry celebrates diversity. We foster an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and included, regardless of background, ethnicity, or gender. Global Mobility: With offices across Europe and the globe, we encourage cross-cultural experiences. Explore new horizons through international assignments or transfers within our global network. Competitive Compensation: Your hard work deserves recognition. Attracting and retaining top talent is essential for our success. That’s why we are committed to offering competitive salaries that reflect the value our employees bring to the organization. We regularly benchmark our compensation packages against industry standards and ensure that our employees are rewarded fairly for their skills, experience and contributions. Join Kerry and be part of a company that values your uniqueness and supports your growth. Together, we’ll shape a brighter future! #J-18808-Ljbffr
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. About The Role Are you interested in applying cutting edge scientific results to food, beverage and supplement ingredients to improve human health? We are recruiting for an RD&A Scientist to play an active part in generating scientific data to describe and substantiate the benefits of a growing portfolio of existing and novel food ingredients on human health. The successful candidate will work highly independently as a Researcher in Residence at Trinity College Dublin embedded in the Macrophage Homeostasis Research Group led by Dr. Frederick Sheedy, as well as be part of a dynamic global team, based in Dublin, Ireland with primary reporting responsibilities to the ProActive Health RD&A team based in Beloit, Wisconsin, USA. Research priorities will involve investigating the synergy between and efficacy of the current portfolio of ProActive Health ingredients using cell culture and molecular biology techniques and animal models. This unique position will be a full time Kerry employee granted full access to the shared resources and research facilities of the Trinity Biomedical Sciences Institute and will be an adjunct member of the Sheedy lab with access and expectation to engage with both Sheedy lab and Trinity Biomedical Science Institute members through formal (lab meetings, journal clubs, seminar series) and informal venues. As part of Kerry, this position can also provide opportunities, if desired, such as gaining experience of designing and executing clinical trials, project management, communicating science discoveries to both scientific and lay-person audiences and experience of regulatory and business concerns that affect direction and communication of research. Key Responsibilities Conduct research on novel bioactive molecules using in vitro models (primary human and mouse immune cells and various cell lines) and in vivo models. Design, execution and interpretation of experiment results for Kerry-directed research priorities. Regular communication of results to an international team of expert scientists. Preparation of protocols, technical reports and data presentations to relevant internal and external stakeholders, including opportunities to work with marketing and outreach initiatives. Generate ideas for new ways to investigate the benefits of ProActive Health ingredients on human health. Ordering lab supplies and maintaining a clean and safe lab environment. Assist with general lab and equipment maintenance as part of the Macrophage Homeostasis Research lab. Qualifications And Skills Expert in and approved for mouse handling in Ireland Expertise in flow cytometry, cell culture, ELISA and other cell-based assays Must be independent, self-starter, efficient at managing multiple priorities and tenacious to resolve scientific challenges while meeting project deadlines Educational qualifications: PhD in Immunology or related field required, postdoctoral experience desirable Systems: Fluent use of MS Office, GraphPad Prism, FlowJo This is a 12 month fixed term contract. Benefits At Kerry, we believe in creating an inclusive and flexible work environment that empowers our employees across Europe. Why work for us? Agile Work Arrangements: We understand that work-life balance is essential. Whether it’s remote work options, agile working, on-site or hybrid working, we support our employees’ diverse needs. Professional Development & Wellbeing: We invest in your growth. Take advantage of training, workshops, coaching and mentorship opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. We provide employees with the physical, emotional, nutritional & financial resources to support through the various life stages. Diversity and Inclusion: Kerry celebrates diversity. We foster an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and included, regardless of background, ethnicity, or gender. Our MyCommunity programme combines Kerry’s resources & expertise to support employees to volunteer with locally-led community initiatives which directly support food, nutrition & health. Global Mobility: With offices across Europe and the globe, we encourage cross-cultural experiences. Explore new horizons through international assignments or transfers within our global network. Competitive Compensation: Your hard work deserves recognition. Attracting and retaining top talent is essential for our success. That’s why we are committed to offering competitive salaries that reflect the value our employees bring to the organization. We regularly benchmark our compensation packages against industry standards and ensure that our employees are rewarded fairly for their skills, experience and contributions. Join Kerry and be part of a company that values your uniqueness and supports your growth. Together, we’ll shape a brighter future! #J-18808-Ljbffr
Requisition ID: 56432 Position Type: FT Permanent Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Onsite 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. About the role Lead the proactive development of integrated solutions that drive sustainable growth and profitability for Kerry's bakery business in Europe. Serve as the primary expert on customer needs related to finished bakery products and processes, providing specialised knowledge in the application of Kerry technologies to enhance customer offerings. Collaborate closely with the Commercial team to support key business initiatives, translating Kerry's technological capabilities into tangible sales growth for priority bakery accounts. This role involves conducting research, developing new recipes, improving existing products, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Key responsibilities Product Development : Lead the formulation and development of new bakery products, including bread, pastries, cakes, and other baked goods. Strong technical knowledge across a variety of bakery processes, formulations, technologies (enzymes, emulsifiers, texture systems, natural and chemical preservatives, etc.) and ingredients. Background in food or cereal chemistry, sensory, spoilage, food packaging with bakery operational experience or processing knowledge preferably. Demonstrated ability to use basic bakery-related analytical equipment, including thermal profiling, pH meter, viscosity (various methods), specific gravity, product dimension measurement, texture analyzer, dough rheology. Demonstrated ability to use bakery processing machinery like Mixer & Oven. Experienced in the upscaling of laboratory experiments to assist in industrial production in customer’s premises. Research and Innovation : Conduct research on new ingredients, baking techniques, and technologies to improve product quality and manufacturing processes. Quality Assurance : Test food samples for quality, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards. Conduct shelf-life studies and sensory evaluations & maintain Good Laboratory Practices. Process Optimisation : Design and optimize production processes and machinery for large-scale manufacturing of bakery products. Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, production, and sales, to implement new product launches and promotional strategies. Documentation : Develop and maintain detailed product specifications, standards, and project timelines. Consumer Insights : Keep up to date with current consumer trends and preferences to guide product development efforts. Troubleshooting : Troubleshoot technical challenges with cross-functional technology leads and perform consistently in a fast-paced environment by troubleshooting and problem-solving. Qualifications and skills Education : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field. Experience : Minimum of 10 years of experience in food product development, preferably in the bakery industry. Experience with gluten-free and other specialty bakery products. Familiarity with food safety regulations and quality assurance practices. Skills : Strong knowledge of baking techniques, food chemistry, and nutritional principles. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. Proficiency in using food science software and laboratory equipment. Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with various departments and stakeholders. Work well in an ambiguous setting; self-motivated; proactive; leadership attitude. Analytical with a strong attention to detail. Good presentation and project management skills. Ability to work under pressure to ensure deadlines are met. Desire and willingness for continuous learning. Work Environment : On-site This position requires working in both laboratory and production environments. Occasional travel to production facilities, customers, and industry conferences will be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Requisition ID: 56523 Position Type: FT Permanent Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Hybrid About the role We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Export and Import Specialist to join our dynamic team. The primary responsibilities will include managing and instructing import brokers working on Kerry’s behalf using SAP Global Trade Services (GTS), overseeing export documentation related to dispatches from Kerry UK, Ireland and Denmark manufacturing sites, and supporting our Global Business Services (GBS) department based in Malaysia. This is a permanent, full-time position based in Naas. 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. What will I be doing? Reporting to the Import/Export Supervisor, you will primarily manage the following tasks: Import Management: Manage and oversee import brokers to ensure timely and compliant import clearance on behalf of Kerry, adhering to all EU and UK regulations. Utilize SAP GTS for effective import management and customs procedures. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate import clearance. Monitor and report on import activities, identifying areas for improvement and cost savings. Export Management: Oversee the preparation and management of export documentation for dispatches from our UK, Ireland and Denmark manufacturing sites. Ensure compliance with all relevant export regulations and requirements. Liaise with logistics providers to ensure timely and efficient export operations. Maintain accurate records of all export transactions and documentation. Support for GBS Department: Provide guidance and support to our Global Business Services (GBS) department based in Malaysia. Collaborate with the GBS team to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Assist with training and development of GBS team members in export and import procedures. What do I need to bring to the role? Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Trade or a related field. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in export and import operations. Proficiency in SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) is desirable. Understanding of EU and UK import/export regulations. Skills: Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional team environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Why should I apply? First, you will join a great team and work in a dynamic environment where each day is different. You will interact with various teams, providing you with a comprehensive overview of our business activities. Additionally, we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for self-growth and career development within one of the world’s leading manufacturers of food and nutrition technology. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About the role We are currently recruiting for a Laboratory Technician to join our Kerry Team in Listowel, Co. Kerry. This is a full-time, seasonal role. In this exciting position, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest quality standards of our Kerry products by testing and analysing their various aspects, such as physical, chemical, microbiological, functional, and sensory. The Listowel site processes large quantities of milk to produce a range of products like Dairy Proteins, Primary Dairy Ingredients, Dairy Flavours, and more. It has been at the forefront of technological developments in dairy ingredients for over thirty years. It’s closely located to N69 road and is 20 minutes by walk from the Listowel town centre. What will you do? Your responsibilities as the Laboratory Technician will include: Analysing raw materials, in-process, and finished product samples. Testing product properties such as physical, chemical, microbiological, functional, and sensory. Conducting proficiency testing within the scope of lab accreditations. Recording data generated in SAP and other systems. Following the Kerry Policy – Safety First, Quality Always. Performing other responsibilities as assigned from time to time. What do you need to be successful? Previous food/dairy laboratory testing experience. Knowledge of Quality Management Systems. Demonstrated knowledge of product specifications, plant processes, and products. An excellent understanding of Good Laboratory Practice. Previous manufacturing experience is desirable, but not essential. A third-level qualification in a science-related discipline or lab experience. Proficient in the use of MS Office tools. Knowledge of LIMS and SAP systems would be an advantage. Being well-organised and systematic. Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Strong attention to detail. Strong analytical skills. Ability to be flexible and adaptable to respond to changing demands. Why Join Us? Career development opportunities. Employee benefit platform with discounts and offers for retailers online and offline, travelling, utilities, and more. Matched pension scheme up to 10%. Employee Assistance Program, supporting your emotional, physical, nutritional, and financial wellbeing. Inspiring People - Kerry's Global Recognition Program. OurVoice, opportunity to share your feedback on the work environment every year. MyCommunity, have one day per year to volunteer for a worthwhile cause. Friendly team focused on continuous improvements and safety. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Requisition ID: 57135 Position Type: FT Permanent Workplace Arrangement: About the role We have a rare opportunity for a PDW Supervisor to join us, at our plant in Listowel. This is a hands-on role, responsible for a shift team of 40 operators, walking the plant to identify the issues that may arise, managing the roster to make sure we meet production targets and schedules and managing holidays. You will be working within SAP, identifying training needs and requirements for operators as well as in H&S, organizing training, reworking downgrades and carrying out day to day business admin. This is an excellent opportunity to continue your leadership development and grow a career within our business. This is a day shift position, Monday – Friday 8am-5pm with 1 weekend in 6. What you'll be doing Day Supervision of MIS, Butter, Whey and Casein factories Production admin as required eg. Log sheets, product traces etc. Directing and supervising cleaning activities within the factories SAP supervision and co-ordinate SAP training Maintaining the roster and managing operator/ shift supervisor holiday allocations and required cover Liaising with the Dept. of Ag on product enquiries Health & Safety management for your area incl. Swops, Don’t Walk By Cards, incident/ accident investigations/ Maintaining training records Succession planning to ensure adequate coverage for all operator roles Competent using MS Word/ Excel Payroll – Kronos sign off Be a role model for personnel in terms of performance, behaviours and culture Ensure all activities have adequate operator coverage to ensure production targets are met Help to promote a culture of quality and safety compliance within the area by demonstrating those behaviours. Ensure the team are engaged in quality and safety initiatives to improve the compliance culture Involvement in Process Improvement Projects Achievement of Safety & Quality targets e.g. Product Grading, Lost Time Accidents Supporting shift supervisors on day to day activities Trouble shooting technical production issues What you can bring to the role Previous experience within a similar role within production leadership Prior experience within the dairy/food manufacturing industry Leaving cert minimum Experience with SAP and Kronos would be desirable but similar systems are a must, as we can provide training on these. Solid MS skills, particularly Excel What we can offer 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) Hybrid working Health Care Matched pension scheme Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers. Get in touch today! In Kerry Dairy Ireland we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally. #J-18808-Ljbffr
