Production Team Member

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Team Member  to join our Kerry Team in Coleraine, Co. Londonderry.

It is a full-time, permanent position. Working on a 3-week rotating shift pattern of 12-hour day and night shifts (7am-7pm/7pm to 7am) you will work an average of 39.16 hours per week. (Example Rota week 1 - 3 nights shifts, week 2 – 2 day shifts, 2 night shifts, week 3 – 3 day shifts)

Kerry Coleraine is the largest processed cheese manufacturer in the UK. We manufacture individually wrapped slices of cheese for the retail trade and cheese slices for catering and fast-food sectors.

What will I be doing?

As a Production Team Member you will work within production area, following Shift Manager instructions.

You will be trained to work in different parts of the production department.

In your role you will  ensure that Health and Safety procedures are followed, and quality standards are met.  

What do I need to be successful?

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.

Experience in food production, manufacturing or warehouse environment would be an advantage, but a ‘can-do’ attitude is more important is a as full training will be given.

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.

Our Values:      Courage | Enterprising Spirit | Inclusiveness | Open-mindedness | Ownership

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's in it for me?

• Generous Hourly rate  plus shift premium
• Optional overtime opportunities at higher hourly rate
• Career progression opportunities
• Matched pension scheme (4%-10%)
• Access to employee assistance program
• Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers including Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Argos; restaurants, holidays, and many others.

Kerry is an Equal Opportunities Employer.  Consistent with our policy of providing equality of opportunity for all, we are required to seek particular information from applicants.  As part of your application you will be asked to answer a short number of questions.  This information will be held separate to your application and treated in the strictest of confidence. 

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. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.