About Kepak:
Kepak Group is an Irish company and one of Europe’s leading meat processors. Kepak has a portfolio of market-leading brands including Rustlers, Big Al’s, John Stone, Stript Snacks, and Celtic Beef. At Kepak, our ambition to grow as a business is equaled only by our ambition to grow the careers and personal satisfaction of our people.
We are looking to recruit a full-time trainer for our Boning Hall. The trainer will work closely with their production teams and site training co-ordinator, providing a structured and progressive approach to training and development across the site. This position will provide a great opportunity for someone who is looking to develop not only themselves but others across the business.
What to expect in the job?
* Guide new employees from their initial induction through to the successful completion of the departmental training program.
* Develop fresh standard operating procedures (SOPs) while reviewing and refining current SOPs.
* Continuously seek ways to enhance working methods and processes within the department.
* Provide foundational training for all newly hired departmental employees by following a comprehensive 12-week induction program.
* Regularly assess the progress of new employees throughout their basic training.
* Keep the departmental skills training matrix up to date and organized.
* Identify and address any skill gaps within the department.
* Conduct training sessions aimed at closing these identified skill gaps.
* Facilitate the delivery of compliance training programs.
* Assist in providing refresher courses for compliance training.
* Ensure that all personnel are well-informed on the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), providing guidance to those who aren’t compliant.
* Champion and promote a strong health & safety culture throughout the site.
What we need from you?
* Departmental knowledge such as knife skills and cuts of meat is essential.
* Ability to deliver 1-1 training in a clear, structured, and supportive manner.
* Ability to demonstrate good communication skills such as listening and questioning techniques to evaluate the trainee’s knowledge and understanding of the task being trained.
* Must have a proficient level of written and spoken English & Portuguese.
* Willingness to undergo courses such as train the trainer, manual handling, first aid, and fire warden.
What can we offer you?
* Company laptop
* Discounted health insurance
* Subsidised canteen
* Free parking
* Cash sales on company meat products
* Permanent contract
* Career progression
* Further education support policy
* Study Leave Policy
* Wellbeing initiatives regularly across the group
* Formal recognition initiatives and team awards in place
* Additional service leave days
* Family leave options
* Paid Maternity and Adoptive Leave
Note: This factory is located in an area that is not easily accessible by public transport.
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