Our Story:
We have been farming the fertile lands of North County Dublin for over 200 years. We have an amazing team at the farm, all of whom we consider as family none-the-less. We love working with committed and inspiring people to create something our grandparents would be proud of. From our proud family heritage, hard work and passion for quality, we at Keogh's Farm are committed to producing Ireland's finest potatoes, crisps, and snacks that are truly…Grown with Love in Ireland.
Purpose Of The Role:
The Assistant Production Manager will assist the Production Manager to ensure that all products and processes are managed and completed in compliance with specifications, legal and statutory obligations, customer requirements and to the highest quality standards throughout the product life cycle.
The role involves coordinating teams, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Reporting to:
· Head of Operations and Production Manager.
Responsibilities:
* Assisting in managing and prioritising production activities to meet the demands of the business.
* Work with the Production Manager and cross functionally with all Crisping House teams in terms of supporting production plans and ensuring that all products are of the highest standard.
* Ensure that production safety and quality standards are adhered to at all times.
* Work with the Production Supervisors, Production and QA Managers to ensure that the production facility meets food safety requirements and to ensure that best manufacturing practises (BMP) meet and exceed customer and Health Service Executive standards.
* Monitor production and product standards. Conform to the company HACCP plan. Report and respond effectively and efficiently to all non-conformances with appropriate preventive and corrective actions.
* Following all Health & Safety procedures and adhering to the company's Safety Statement at all times; identifying any risks/hazards or faulty equipment and reporting them to the relevant Managers immediately.
* Waste & Yield Control – Minimise raw material waste (potatoes, corn, seasoning, and oil) while maximising yield.
* Be a leader and support the Continuous Development of the team. Provide the production team with direction, training and coaching to achieve work objectives and to improve performance and skills.
* Drive and encourage a Culture of Continuous Improvement within the team.
* Ensure all paperwork is completed to meet the business requirements.
* Protect all intellectual property, information and technology surrounding confidential processes and products.
Skills/ Attributes/ Experience
* Relevant Food Science, Technology or Production qualification desirable.
* 2-3 years experience in food manufacturing essential.
* Self-starter with the capability to show drive and resilience to take initiative in a demanding environment.
* Must have good people leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to motivate all employees.
* Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with strong attention to detail.
* Team-player with cross functional collaboration.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From €19.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 39 per week
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company events
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* No public transport available to/from Keogh's - own transport essential.
Work Location: In person