DescriptionDescription
About Kepak:
Kepak Group is an Irish company and one of Europes leading meat processors. Kepak have a portfolio of market leading brands including Rustlers Big Als John Stone Stript Snacks and Celtic Beef. At Kepak our ambition to grow as a business is equalled only by our ambition to grow the careers and personal satisfaction of our people.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure all staff follow health and safety procedures only trained staff operate machinery and are equipped with the correct PPE.
- Report near misses via the health and safety portal.
- Engage with staff daily to address concerns and maintain communication.
- Solve problems and manage day-to-day operational issues.
- Ensure customer requirements are met and all export paperwork is sent on time.
- Follow export processes and confirm they are in place before trucks leave the site.
- Pick and ship orders to customer specifications maintaining a high presentation standard.
- Ensure stock rotation is adhered to.
- Complete all priority picking instructions from production planners.
- Manage the area and coordinate with all departments regarding stock.
- Remove stock from blast freezer once frozen.
- Liaise with QC departments within WGH to ensure protocols are followed and stock is not misplaced.
- Operate and oversee PPT forklift and shunter driving for loading and unloading trailers.
- Maintain a clean debris-free work area.
- Ensure all paperwork is completed including intake and despatch checks.
- Organise loading to maintain workflow and floor movement.
- Provide CGI cover when needed.
- Review and support the evening shift cover with the Despatch Lead.
- Ensure staff start shifts on time and follow break and clocking procedures.
- Engage with management to identify and drive improvements and opportunities.
- Manage staff holidays
RequirementsWhat we need from you
- Basic computer skills are advantageous
- Good people management skills
- Target-oriented approach
- Commitment to confidentiality
- Previous experience in meat production (beef processing preferred)
- Responsible from pre op. to post op. handover
- Be flexible with working hours
- Effective communication skills and ability to work well within a team
BenefitsWhat can we offer you
- Discounted health insurance
- Contributory Pension scheme
- Employee benefits platform
- Time and a half for overtime
- Subsidised canteen
- Free parking
- Cash sales available
- Flexibility of holiday planning
- Permanent contract
- Career progression
- Further education support policy
- Study Leave Policy
- Dedicated learning and development team
- Wellbeing initiatives regularly across the group
- Bike to work scheme
- Formal recognition initiatives and team awards in place
- Additional service leave days
- Family leave options
- Paid Maternity and Adoptive Leave
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Required Experience:
Manager