Job Purpose Support the Production Supervisor / business in achieving its daily targets, yields and efficiencies. Reports To Production Supervisor Key Responsibilities Meeting daily production targets on output, waste, yield, efficiency, start-up time by working as part of a team to deliver. Taking responsibility as part of the production team to achieve daily targets, yields, waste and efficiencies as per weekly plan. Accurately recording all production/management data on the relevant sheets at set time frequencies (such as downtime, waste, process sheets, non-conformances, on-hold logs). Control and responsibility of all items within the area such as production tools, probes, machine parts in line with metal procedures and other foreign matter procedures in place. Replacing when required and reporting items if misplaced. Ensure adherence to CCP points and keep them under control at all times. Energy conservation / management. Waste segregation / management. Maintain the work area and machines in a tidy / safe / hygienic manner. Operate all equipment in accordance with training provided and approved SOP. Follow all hygiene and safety procedures. Offer suggestions / new initiatives to a changing / developing process. Work within the quality standards as set out by the business. Ensure all product is produced and packed to company / customer specification and to the ‘get it right first time’ motto. Liaise with Production Supervisor on any maintenance issues identified. Communicate with other members of staff to ensure continuous supply of materials to the production line, preventing interruptions to the process. Flexibility to ensure all orders are met, especially when a breakdown occurs on the line. Skills / Qualifications / Experience Good knowledge of the company’s processes and procedures and quality systems. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Good problem‑solving skills and adherence to behaviours / values. Ability to work in a team environment. Shows flexibility in all aspects of the role. Understands the business and what needs to get done to help the business succeed. Proactive and forward‑thinking. Note: As with all positions, due to the dynamic nature of Arrow Group business, key responsibilities will evolve and change over time. Some travel will be required. Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate’s eligibility to work in Ireland. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Purchasing Job Purpose Deliver the successful procurement of nominated ingredients and packaging items in a timely and commercial manner in support of the goals of the business Reports To Buyer Key Responsibilities Source materials and packaging required by the business from approved suppliers Support the sourcing of new raw materials (NRM’s) for TCFG Culinary & Innovation (C&I) department, within agreed timelines for project success. Maintain the NRM tracker and workflows as required and liaise with the NPD team to ensure all new raw materials being used in product development are in line with relevant customer codes of practice, supplier policies and EU legislation and are in line with all relevant internal department requirements Intervene as required in areas of risk management prevention to ensure that disruption to supply is minimised In conjunction with functional team members, introduce new sources and/or rationalise to develop and drive a cost reduction programme across all suppliers without impact on quality of materials currently been purchased Support in building and maintaining strong relationships with all current and new suppliers In conjunction with SCM, manage, monitor and measure supplier lead times and performance, taking corrective action where necessary. Build and maintain strong relationships with all key suppliers and new suppliers With the Procurement team, review forecasts and contracts and, in accordance with delegation of authority and governance, secure additional raw materials as required Adherence to ALL company policies and agreed KPIs as set out Skills / Qualifications / Experience Minimum of 3 years in a similar position within the food industry Previous experience in an FMCG environment an advantage Third level degree in business or similar relevant discipline is desirable Food industry knowledge desirable Previous sourcing and supplier management experience essential Excellent negotiation, organisational, and time management skills Strong planning, analytical and organisational skills Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Excellent attention to detail Flexibility and ability to manage change Ability to prioritise and make sound business decisions Customer service focus, with a strong sense of urgency and responsiveness Note: As with all positions, due to the dynamic nature of Arrow Group business, key responsibilities will evolve and change over time. Some travel will be required. Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate’s eligibility to work in Ireland. Apply Now #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading food industry company in Ireland is seeking a Purchasing professional with a minimum of 3 years' experience in sourcing and supplier management. The role entails procuring ingredients and packaging, as well as maintaining strong supplier relationships. A third-level degree in business or a relevant discipline is desirable. Candidates should possess excellent negotiation and communication skills. The position may require some travel and is subject to eligibility to work in Ireland. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading food safety company based in Newbridge, Kildare is seeking a Quality Manager to oversee quality systems and ensure compliance with food safety standards. The role involves leading a team, implementing quality improvements, and liaising with suppliers and customers. Ideal candidates should have HACCP certification and strong leadership skills, with a commitment to upholding high standards in food safety. This position also requires effective communication and team management capabilities, with some travel expected. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Production Job Purpose Responsible for efficient assembly of goods to the agreed quality standard, using safe practices Reports To Production Manager Key Responsibilities Day to day management of production lines and associated operators maximising production capacity and resources Provide knowledge, motivation support and advice to team leaders and operators Responsible for knowing correct procedures for self & operators to follow and ensuring they comply to all good manufacturing practices, in a safe manner Self-motivated and encourages team effort, and supportive attitudes between operatives Meet required quality and production targets When necessary, support your colleagues where required in delivery of the business goals When required share your knowledge with new members of the team to support building of succession within the business Escalate any concerns you or your team may have Report any issues to quality department as soon as discovered Conduct spot or continuous checks in your area to ensure adherence to customer technical and quality requirements Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives Maintain constant adherence to all company, customer and legal requirements regarding food safety and quality assurance Maintain quality records and take ingredient samples when required for quality analysis Respond to employee queries and concerns in a timely manner Ensuring that the highest levels of service, quality and workmanship are maintained Assist with scheduling of holidays and overtime Drive a culture of excellent adherence to health & safety of all employees through the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment Meet all targets and measure and review KPI’s in order to achieve business plan Work with Insight (internal ERP software) Identify Training needs of direct reports Deal with employee grievance & disciplinary issues in conjunction with Management & HR Motivate, coach and organise teams to maximise effectiveness Maintain constant adherence to all company, customer and legal requirements regarding food safety and quality assurance Flexibility as you will be required to work as part of rotating team across days, evenings, nights, and weekends Skills / Qualifications / Experience Minimum 2 years food manufacturing experience Management experience Third level education is desirable Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent organisational skills and project management experience required Leadership and people management skills required Note: As with all positions, due to the dynamic nature of Arrow Group business, key responsibilities will evolve and change over time. Some travel will be required. Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate’s eligibility to work in Ireland. Apply Now #J-18808-Ljbffr
A local food manufacturer in Newbridge, Kildare is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the efficient assembly of goods while ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. Key responsibilities include managing production lines, motivating team members, and ensuring compliance with manufacturing practices. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of food manufacturing experience, management experience, and strong leadership skills. This role may require working across various shifts, including nights and weekends. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading food manufacturing company located in Newbridge, Kildare is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor to manage quality control and ensure compliance with safety standards. Responsibilities include supervising the Quality Management System, resolving QA issues, conducting audits, and maintaining product traceability. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of a diploma in a food-related discipline and 1 year of QA/QC experience in a food manufacturing environment. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Technical Job Purpose Responsible for maintaining our product specifications and ensuring that our food products meet our high standards of quality and safety Reports To Technical Services Manager Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date product specifications in accordance with company and regulatory requirements Ensure all raw materials and finished products meet specifications and comply with quality and safety standards Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with company policies and external regulatory requirements Participate in external audits, ensuring compliance with external standards and regulations Work closely with other departments to ensure that all documentation is up-to-date and accurate Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to quality and safety Review and approve artwork and packaging materials to ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements Participate in supplier audits and assessments to ensure the quality and safety of raw materials Maintain a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to food safety, quality, and labelling Ensure timely and accurate completion of all documentation related to specifications, quality control, and auditing activities Work with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful launch of new products and/or changes to existing products Skills / Qualifications / Experience Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field 3 years + experience in a food manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of quality control and regulatory requirements Knowledge of HACCP, BRC, and/or other relevant food safety and quality management systems Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams Strong attention to detail, with excellent organisational and analytical skills Experience in conducting internal audits is preferred Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Knowledge of food legislation and labelling regulations in the UK and/or Ireland Experience with retailer specifications systems (e.g., M&S, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Aldi, Lidl) Experience with food product development processes and project management Experience with risk assessment and management processes (e.g., FMEA) Experience with supplier management and auditing processes Experience with food safety management systems (e.g., ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRC) Familiarity with food laboratory testing methods and equipment Note: As with all positions, due to the dynamic nature of Arrow Group business, key responsibilities will evolve and change over time. Some travel will be required. Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate’s eligibility to work in Ireland. Apply Now #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading food production company in Ireland is seeking a Technical role responsible for maintaining product specifications and ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. You will develop specifications, conduct internal audits, and work closely with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a degree in a relevant field and over 3 years of experience in a food manufacturing setting. Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and quality management systems is essential for success in this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Purpose Lead the Quality department in the development and maintenance of the Quality and Food Safety systems to regulatory, legislation, customer, and third-party standards. Ensure the technical requirements of the business are fulfilled in terms of customer service. Provide technical expertise and advice in the areas of food safety and legal requirements as well as leadership, support, and training for quality improvement projects! Reports To Technical Manager Key Responsibilities Responsibilities associated with this role include, but are not limited to: Communication and People Management Ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of professional technologists Coordinate with all departments and managers and represent the team at senior management and Group level Influence decision making to ensure food safety and quality needs of the business are being met Ensure that the company is kept aware of legislative & customer constraints on the business and any standards in terms of quality and food safety and integrity are adhered to Department Management Incorporating Group KPI targets and objectives into Plant system and ensure they are measured, monitored, and achieved Ensure effective communications of customer requirements to the Operations team and ensuring their compliance Work with the Innovation team for the successful launch of new products into production, and for product and process improvement projects Budget Controls – Agree and manage the annual budget for the department Strategic review of technical information - review of results and trends, analysis of same and action, taking appropriate actions when required to ensure criteria met and to make improvements to the process, plant and systems as necessary Champion training and development of staff in the areas of food safety or quality, for example: Induction, Hygiene & Cleaning, Food Hygiene, HACCP, Allergen Awareness, Taste Panel training Lead the implementation of plant wide Process & Quality System Improvements, working with the relevant departments to ensure multi-disciplinary approach Recognise and implement opportunities for Quality improvement in both manufacturing and business processes QMS & HACCP Systems Lead the site HACCP team, challenging processes food safety systems and maintaining and reviewing the plan as required Lead the site TACCP team, challenging the integrity of all systems from a vulnerability and food defence perspective Ensuring that the procedures, process documentation and systems in use comply with customer and best practice requirements, maintaining and reviewing when driven by improvement, audit and customer requirements etc Responsible for the implementation of the internal audit programme to ensure Quality System Compliance Leading the management of external audits for food safety and quality audits for customers, governing bodies (e.g., BRC, DAFM and their representatives, M&S, Tesco, Waitrose (Retail)) Greencore, 2SFG (Manufacture), Brake Bros, Yum Brands (Foodservice) Customer Management and Service Implement and maintain detailed specifications and quality standards for all finished products, knowledge of various software programmes used by customers required (Micros, Hamilton Grant, FIND, etc) Ensure that internal specifications for the factory are developed and maintained Responsibility for the management of queries or complaints from customers in a timely manner, involving other teams where needed Meet with customers and represent the company’s technical expertise when needed as part of customer service or as part of investigation of issues Be a key member of the business development team, helping to forge new relationships and build on existing ones Supplier Management Ensure the supplier management process is maintained with detailed specification, risk assessment, audit and approval records for all raw material, packaging or miscellaneous suppliers and complies with customer and best practice requirements Review and evaluate suppliers to give feedback on performance and quality on a frequency that reflects their risk, size, and complexity Travel to conduct supplier audits as necessary as part of new approval, ongoing review or in response to issues Manage the approval of new raw material, packaging, or miscellaneous suppliers Keep buying team appraised of supplier behaviours / quality of service / goods as part of review Testing Programmes Ensure raw material, process and finished product evaluation, validation and verification is completed as required within production, leading the team to solve issues as they arise Risk assess and lead implementation of microbiological, chemical, and physical testing schedules in accordance with agreed programme Deal with non-conformances (internal and external) and drive root cause analysis in a timely and comprehensive fashion, involving all relevant disciplines, and using learnings to drive continuous improvement Management of quarantined product, ensuring product traceability and safety is maintained Shelf-life analysis management as required for ambient, chilled, and frozen products Skills / Qualifications / Experience People management experience an advantage Lead auditor certification is preferential HACCP certification is essential Proficient written, numerical and verbal skills Numerical ability to record, interpret and analyse key process data Fluency in the English language Self-starting individual, capable of clear strategic view and implementation Team management and leadership skills a must Ability to communicate effectively with and present to customers, Stakeholders (e.g., DAFM), Suppliers, Senior Management / Directors Understanding of food safety and quality management systems Strong knowledge of food legislation, BRC Global Food Standard and specific customer standards and codes of practice Good interpersonal skills, and the ability to react well under pressure Excellent proficiency in the use of MS Office tools Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability Ability to work cross functionally, meet deadlines and build effective relationships Ability to identify and actively plan improvements Note: As with all positions, due to the dynamic nature of Arrow Group business, key responsibilities will evolve and change over time. Some travel will be required. Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate’s eligibility to work in Ireland. Apply Now #J-18808-Ljbffr
