Job Title: Bakery and Dispatch Manager (Night Shift) Location: Drogheda, Co. Louth Working Hours: 23:00 07:00 (SundayThursday or MondayFriday) Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Industry: Bakery / Food Production About the Company: Join one of Irelands most respected heritage brands in the bakery industry, with a proud legacy of quality, craft, and innovation.
With operations across both the Republic and Northern Ireland, including state-of-the-art bakery production plants, cafés, and retail outlets, this is a fantastic opportunity to lead from the front within a high-performing and supportive environment.
Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Bakery and Dispatch Manager to lead our night-shift operations in Drogheda.
You will be responsible for managing a team of 40 production and dispatch staff, ensuring that all baking and distribution activities are carried out efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop a team of 40 night-shift production and dispatch staff Oversee the end-to-end bakery and dispatch process to ensure timely and accurate fulfilment of customer orders Ensure compliance with all health, safety, hygiene, and food safety standards Monitor production KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives Coordinate closely with logistics, supply chain, and retail teams to ensure seamless distribution Conduct regular team briefings and shift handovers Handle any production or staffing issues that arise during the night shift Requirements: Minimum 35 years of experience in a production, manufacturing, or dispatch leadership role (bakery/food industry preferred) Strong people management and communication skills A hands-on leader with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Comfortable working night shifts Whats on Offer: Competitive salary Opportunity to work with a leading heritage brand Dynamic and supportive team environment Career growth potential within a respected industry leader Interested?
If you are an experienced production professional with proven leadership skills and are open to a rewarding night-shift opportunity, we want to hear from you.
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