• Job Description

  Req#: 46027

  Requisition ID 46027
  Position Type (US)Full Time
  Career Function Manufacturing/Production
  Recruiter
  Posting Type DNI

  Leading to better encompasses all we do at Kerry, it's how we've become the worlds leading taste and nutrition company. Whether it's building and manufacturing sustainable solutions for food, beverage or pharmaceutical consumers, our commitment to lead the world to better nutrition drives us forward. With 24,000+ colleagues across the globe and 15,000+ Kerry products, your opportunities are limitless.

  About Kerry

  Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

  About the role

  The Production Manager is a critical role in operations directly responsible for coordinating and executing the weekly production schedule, executing safe and food safe production, servicing our customers (OTIF), and managing direct labor costs. This role is essential in developing front line leaders through coaching and accountability, provides plant leadership during Plant Manager absences and is key to driving employee engagement in the plant.

  Key responsibilities

  • Support the SQF Food Safety and Quality System by implementing and following procedures, taking part in GMP inspections, conducting and/or participating in internal audits and management reviews and participating in training.
  • Assist in the development of production schedules with the General Manager and Materials Manager so that maximum productivity is achieved, quality standards are met, and customer delivery dates are achieved.
  • Maintain standards of housekeeping and sanitation, which are consistent with plant standards.
  • Effectively manage the work force by managing and developing direct and indirect reports effectively in production-related areas.
  • Maintain safety standards consistent with plant standards.
  • Ensure that processing equipment is operated at maximum capability. Maintains a current knowledge of new developments and modifications of equipment. Presents ideas that will bring continued improvement in productivity.
  • Participates in the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets.
  • Presents accurate and timely production data in a form and manner usable by the Plant Controller.
  • Cooperates with the Technical Director so as to ensure that all quality and sanitation standards are met.
  • Provide timely feedback to employees and discipline as necessary.
  • Makes decisions appropriate to the plant mission/objectives, and takes corrective action with minimal or no guidance from immediate supervisor.

  Qualifications and skills

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial role (food or beverage production experience preferred).
  • Understanding of production and manufacturing processes and techniques, and on key production metrics.
  • Understanding of quality standards, and health & safety regulations.
  • Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrate success as a change agent & developing/implementing continuous improvement initiatives and accountability programs.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage and develop a team.
  • Proficient in MS Office

  Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. EEO is the Law poster can be found here. Additional information can also be here .

  Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

• About the company

  At Kerry, we are proud to provide our customers – some of the world’s best-known food, beverage, and pharma brands – with the expertise, insights, and know-how they need to deliver products that people enjoy and feel better about consuming.

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