Trainee Production Team Leader

About the role

We are recruiting for a Trainee Production Team Leader role in our Kerry site in Portadown.
This opportunity is perfect for you if want to develop and progress your career.

This role will be a 6 months contract, that will lead to a permanent role upon successful completion.

The role is for full time with 40 hours a week working 0600-1430 with overtime available

What will you be doing?

•  How you will contribute Lead the Production Stream team to ensure they are engaged and high performing with a focus on problem solving and teamwork
•  Following standard procedures:
o  Induct new members into the team
o  Build team skills through skills assessment, training, feedback and support
o  Manage on-going performance of direct reports
o  Identify those who have the interest and ability to progress into bigger or different roles and facilitate this through agreed procedures
o  Manage team member adherence to standards and coach/correct as required with the support of the Group Leader.

•  Document standard work (WES & SOP’s), train team members using Job Instruction Training and manage team member capability using Training & Versatility matrices
•  Continuously improve standards set by executing 8 Step Practical Problem Solving and other KPS methodologies as appropriate
•  Check that standards set within the Production Stream are adhered to through layered confirmation
•  Support the production team by rectifying / escalating any production issues as they occur
•  Monitor & Improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
•   Cover essential elements of Group Leader role in the event of unplanned absenteeism. Arrange cover for unplanned absenteeism of Team Member or where this is not possible conduct the Team Members duties for the duration of the absence

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.

MyCommunity, have one day per year to volunteer for a worthwhile cause.

Friendly team focused on continuous improvements and safety.

Site events, like mental health day, world food safety day and many more

About Kerry Dairy Ireland

About the Dairy Business

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. 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.