Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity to work as part of a collaborative team at our Ballyragget site, the largest integrated milk processing facility in Europe.
As a Production Shift Manager in our Whey plant, you will be working 12 hour shifts across weekdays and weekends.
Responsibilities
* Promote and implement best practice Health & Safety policies and procedures
* Adherence to product safety and legality standards, and ensure 100% quality in our product
* Bring resolution to deviations in Whey plant Metrics with robust CAPA
* Proactively communicate with operators through informal discussions and team briefs to ensure a two-way flow of relevant, timely information
* Manage the staff roster with the area manager by reviewing production requirements and tracking holidays/absenteeism to ensure adequate resourcing
* Act as a cross-plant point of contact for unforeseen events as part of night shift duties
* Give feedback on KPI performance through regular communication at 3 M Meetings to ensure operators are informed and are aware of areas for improvement
* Manage your area in line with GMP and assume responsibility for internal hygiene audits and external customer/third party audits when required
* Identify and implement process improvements that can deliver maximum benefits to the business using lean manufacturing principles, in line with our Business Excellence approach.
* Actively identify and participate in activities/projects focusing on innovation and improvement in production methods/processes
* Manage projects as required
* Prepare PIRs for capex projects as required
* Undertake all other duties as required by manager/business to meet production and customer requirements.
Requirements
* 2-3 years experience in a production environment within a processing industry
* Aptitude for operational processes, working with cross-functional teams, lean and continuous improvement
* Ability to work to tight deadlines with excellent planning/scheduling skills
* Demonstrate high technical ability and attention to detail to do the job at a high level of accomplishment
* Computer literate (Microsoft Office suite & a working knowledge of SAP)
* Working knowledge of IQS/MES an advantage
* Strong communications with multi-functional stakeholders
* Knowledge of Dairy products, processes and recipes an advantage
Competencies
* Motivated and self-driven
* Excellent Influencing skills
* Proactive and innovative problem-solving skills with good analytical skills
* Ability to lead and motivate others
* Customer orientation and business awareness