Production Support

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

This role has responsibility to co-ordinate and drive the delivery of operational targets, initiatives and improvements at our enzyme manufacturing facility in Carrigaline.  You will be required to support department managers in delivering factory performance improvements through the facilitation of Site teams using lean tools and techniques.

Initially with a very hands-on approach to developing capability and leadership skills, you will develop into a People Manager with potential Shift Management responsibility. You will have specific project tasks related to driving the introduction of aspects of strategic change as the business continues to grow.

Your direct Line Manager will be the Production Manager, but you may also receive instruction from the Production Team Leads/Chargehands or other Managers as appropriate.

You will have real opportunity to engage right across the business and make a difference early in your career. You will be supported and work alongside one of the most experienced food manufacturing teams in the world.

What will I be doing?

As Production Support you will: 
 

• Support the site strategy and implementation and maintenance of the Kerry Manufacturing Standard (Site Audit Standard).
• Identify, manage, and execute initiatives to deliver significant improvements in the areas of:
  • Safety
  • Quality
  • Delivery / Service
  • Continuous Improvement (Project Management)
  • Operating efficiency (Labour, Process Lines & Cost Optimisation)
  • People Management
  • Materials control and efficiency
• Ensure all direct reports are fully trained and equipped with the necessary skills to operate in an environment that promotes safety and well-being.
• Support the Site Lean Programme to ensure the effective training and deployment of the principles, projects, tools and techniques (as appropriate) and KPIs etc.
• Maintain awareness of best practice and modern improvement techniques.
• Ensure familiarity is achieved with Kerry’s preferred method of problem solving (root cause, 8 step etc.)
• Run the production morning meeting and provide cover for the Production manager to report at daily meetings
• Be available for on call after hours and at weekends and provide cover in different departments as required
• Flexibility to align with production needs is vital for this role

What qualifications, skills and experience do I need?

To be successful in this role we are looking for the right behaviours and competencies as well as a proven track in a similar position.  The ideal candidate will ideally have the following:

• Ideally a graduate or equivalent. (Ideally Food Science, Manufacturing, Engineering).
• Ideally familiar with lean / CI principles and with some awareness of best practice.
• Can demonstrate clear experience of successful leadership in their academic and non-academic development.
• Demonstrates a passion for Food.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills
• Proven record of delivering on projects and achievement of results
• Motivated self-starter with the determination and drive to succeed
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Strong ability to work well in a team and on your own
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Willingness to travel or relocate across the global Kerry organisation is highly desirable.
• Spanish/German languages desirable

In Kerry we know that sometimes the perfect candidate doesn’t exist, and people can be put off applying for a role if they don’t fit all the requirements. If you are excited about working for us and have the majority of the skills or experience, then please do apply as you could be exactly what we are looking for. 

What's in it for me?

As well as a completive salary and comprehensive benefits package, you will have the opportunity to grow and shape your career within a global manufacturing business.   

In Kerry 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. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit.  We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.