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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 Supervisor oversees the production team, with up to 20 direct reports, and develops a team that provides quality products for our customers. The ideal candidate for this role is an experienced leader with safety as a top priority, versed in coaching and developing employees. Additionally, this position requires an eye for process efficiencies and continuous improvement and the ability to collaborate with other teams, coordinating production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control departments to achieve sustained and improved efficiencies.

Key responsibilities

Efficiently execute the production schedule.

Develop and maintain efficient SOPs in collaboration with the site engineers.

Develop and maintain qualified personnel within the plant production department.

Communicate and enforce regulatory & Kerry standards within the plant.

Drive operational efficiency initiatives.

Manage the plant production department within budget. Positive working environment driving a continuous improvement theme.

Work in collaboration with HSE officer to ensure a safe working environment.

Responsible for manufacturing product to specification.

Responsible for financial performance of process orders variances.

Responsible for the organization and facilitation of training.

Ensure food safety and quality of products during the shift.

Responsible for inventory.

Management through KPIs.

Responsible for the teams development and performance.

Responsible for the plant to be SQF at all times.

Practice GMPS.

Qualifications and skills

Experience:

Continuous improvement understanding.

Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodology.

HACCP/food safety experience.

Experience in food, chemical, or Pharmaceutical industry.

Team leadership and development.

Organizational skills & excellent communication skills are essential.

Education:

BS in Engineering, Business, Food Science or equivalent combination of education/experience.

Working Conditions:

Food manufacturing plant.

Warehouse environment.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work in hot, cold or wet environments.

Ability to work overtime and use a flexible schedule.

Compensation Data

The typical hiring range for this role is $64,479 to $105,272 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

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. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov) (http://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights.pdf) .