Company description: Tirln, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. Tirln owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, and GAIN Animal Nutrition. We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations. Job description: Whey Intake Process Manager Ballyragget, Co Kilkenny Fixed Term Contract About Tirln A talented team of over 2,300 people manage Tirlns network of 11 production facilities and 52 agri retail outlets serving its communities with annual revenues of over €3 billion expected in 2022. Tirlns state-of-the-art headquarters in Kilkenny city and innovation centre in Ballyragget promote innovation, creativity and collaboration. Tirln is committed to sustainability throughout the organisation through its comprehensive Living Proof programme, and the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) contained within it. For more information visit Role Profile: This role is in based in Whey Plant Ballyragget, Co Kilkennyand will report to the Whey Plant Manager. Key Responsibilities Management of all whey intake and dispatch streams Ensuring front-end raw material compliance with customer, operational, and food safety standards Lead operations for the processing of >1.3bn ltrs of whey annually across all membrane & process stream within the Whey intake Direct leadership and performance management of a team of plant operators Acting as a key operational owner in the integration and commissioning of new whey intake infrastructure during significant CapEx Project Commissioning support and stabilisation of new process streams Ensuring business-as-usual performance is maintained during integration Promote & implement Best Practice Health & Safety policies and procedures Adherence to product safety and legality standards, ensure 100% quality product Bring resolution to deviations in Whey plant Metrics with robust CAPA 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 Act as an effective communicator and implementer of change within the plant Manage area in line with GMP and assume responsibility for internal hygiene audits and external customer/third party audits when required in an area Prepare PIRs for capex projects as required Comply with all HR policies and procedures in dealing with staff issues Management reporting and meetings Key Requirements: 2 3 years experience in a production environment within a processing industry Ability to work to tight deadlines with excellent planning/scheduling skills Aptitude for operational processes, working with cross- functional teams, Lean and continuous improvement 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 Possesses motivational skills oriented towards encouraging peoples best performance possible Customer orientation and business awareness Information handling skills Other Motivated and self-driven Excellent Influencing skills Proactive and innovative problem-solving skills with good analytical and IT skills About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safetyand state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth. We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirln but this isnt the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job /careers Tirln is a Values Based Organisation Skills: Production Leadership Continuous Improvement