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Operations Manager Consumer Foods, County Donegal
Location: County Donegal, Ireland
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: e7d1175599a3
Job Views: 5
Posted: 23.01.2025
Expiry Date: 09.03.2025
Job Description:
Role: Operations Manager
Location: Consumer Foods, Killygordon, Co. Donegal
Contract: Permanent Full Time
Reports to: Steve Giles, Head of Consumer Foods Site Operations
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage end-to-end site operations, including supply chain management, packaging, trucking, and liquid milk operations within KYG systems.
* Lead initiatives to continuously improve operational processes, efficiency, and safety across the site.
* Take ownership of and lead change management initiatives to align with our automation goals and ERP integrations (365, Siemens, WMS).
* Work closely with commercial teams and farm services to ensure seamless collaboration and align site operations with broader business goals.
* Lead recruitment, selection, and appraisal processes for key team members. Assign, direct, and oversee work to maintain productivity and performance.
* Demonstrate strong decision-making abilities, taking ownership of outcomes in all areas of site management.
* Utilise ERP data and systems to drive analytical insights, optimise performance, and implement strategic initiatives.
* Embrace lean manufacturing principles, using root cause analysis to solve operational issues and continuously improve site efficiency.
Required Experience and Qualifications:
* Experience with 365, Siemens, and warehouse management systems (KYG) is essential. A strong ability to leverage data for decision-making is critical.
* Track record in continuous improvement - demonstrated experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives and leading site-wide change management projects.
* Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams, including production, supply chain, and logistics.
* Ability to apply root cause analysis and lean methodologies to improve operational performance.
* A growth mindset with a demonstrated appetite for personal and professional development, particularly in areas of automation and technology adoption.
Candidate Profile:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in production or operations management in a food manufacturing environment, preferably in dairy or liquid milk production.
Proven experience in managing a team and achieving operational goals.
Experience in working with cross-functional teams, including quality, maintenance, logistics, and HR.
The company reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received.
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