Tirln Overview
We are a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.
Our farmer-owned co-operative has a first-class track record of success in the global market. Rooted in a rich heritage of family farming and embedded in our communities, Tirln has evolved to bring the passion of our farmers and their high-quality milk and grains to the international marketplace.
We use modern-day technology and apply the best processes to our milk pool of three billion litres and our premium grains portfolio, now exporting to more than 80 countries.
Our award-winning brands are household names in Ireland, including Ireland's number one consumer dairy brand, Avonmore. The organisation draws on a wealth of experience to deliver exceptional products and tailored nutritional solutions.
Role Profile:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Process Engineer at our UHT facility in Lough Egish, Co. Monaghan.
This role is responsible for the optimisation of plant performance through ongoing development and improvements in plant process and automated systems.
Responsibilities:
* Responsible for end-to-end process and plant optimisation across production, filling and packing, utilities and Milk / Cream intake
* Act as Process SME and lead technical support for all production impacting issues
* Establish performance standards and optimise performance across all processes in the plant
* Work closely with Qualification Lead to qualify/re-qualify processes to the appropriate performance KPIs
* Engage with stakeholders including Quality and Production teams in the prioritisation, development, design and testing of new or enhanced processes
* Utilising the relevant Change Control Systems, secure approval for implementing change
* Work with Production / Quality team to plan and execute agreed changes
* Monitor MES KPI data for individual processes including reporting and trending of data
* Utilise data insights to recommend interventions to drive performance
* Troubleshooting issues and identifying opportunities to enhance plant performance and drive KPI improvement
* Ownership of process-driven documentation including design, development and roll-out of Standard Operating Procedures, Process documentation (including log books) and training documentation
* Completion of QSM documentation relating to Change Control, Event Reports, RCAs etc for specific processes
* Take leadership role in Change Control for specific processes
* As Subject Matter Expert for specific processes, work with training to design, plan and deliver training to new and existing employees and take a lead role in technical competence assessment of Trainees
* Train new and existing employees on process management including associated automation systems and MES.
Requirements:
* Third-level qualification in a Science, Health & Safety, Food, Engineering, Manufacturing or related discipline desirable
* A minimum of 3 years' experience in Food/Beverage or Pharmaceutical manufacturing sectors with particular experience in process/production management and use of automated systems
* Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Improvement or product development
* Six-Sigma qualification is desirable
* Experience in operating within, and delivering on, the highest quality standards in the manufacturing sector
About us:
Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and 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.
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