Operations Manager

Job title:

Operations Manager

Company

O’Brien Fine Foods

Job description

At O’Brien Fine Foods is an Irish family business based in Timahoe, Co. Kildare. First established in 2000, the business has expanded over the years to become the leading producer of cooked meats on the island of Ireland, with a growing presence in the UK. We employ over 700 people and specialise in the manufacture and marketing of premium meats, supplying both branded and private label ranges to retailers across Ireland and the UK from our three manufacturing sites in Timahoe Co. Kildare, Rathowen Co. Westmeath, and Leytonstone in London. Our branded portfolio includes Brady Family, a household name and Ireland’s No. 1 cooked meats brand, Green Farm, Ireland’s No 1 white meat brand and Bearfields of London, a traditional ham and gammon business in the UK.Our purpose, which is to bring better quality food to everyone, every day, is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to being a more sustainable and responsible business and have recently achieved B Corp certification, set verified science-based carbon reduction targets and have obtained gold membership within Bord Bia’s Origin Green programme.We look for people who share our values and who have a genuine passion for learning. With a strong track record of growth, O’Brien Fine Foods provides you with a real opportunity to make a significant and personal impact on our success.The primary function of this role is the management of all production activity at the Timahoe site to enable the efficient operation of the factory at minimum cost while ensuring compliance with company safety and quality standards.Duties and responsibilitiesThe table below shows examples of the primary responsibilities of the role, however, those employed in a leadership role are expected to broaden their skills and drive improvement initiatives across the entire site.Help to attract, retain, nurture, develop & reward people.Own your people, make it transparent what people need to do to develop, allow & encourage development. Take the time to engage. Show that you ‘care’.Ensure that your direct reports portray the same message & that they manage the daily operations with care, commitment & trust.Plan & prepare for development, retention, downturn, expansion as appropriate. Think future while ensuring you team manage the present daily requirements.Our leadersDevelop strong leaders with a robust succession planEffective delegation is of vast importance. Effective delegation promotes personal & team development. It facilitates ‘trust’ building among the team. Effective delegation is crucial for any leader striving to develop a committed & performing team.Aim to future proof your succession plan while ensuring that you team manage the presentOur organizational effectivenessEnsure that the people experience is enhanced by our processesYou must lead people within the organization to level the path/ make life easier for you team. You must break the boundaries & step outside your own area & engage to ensure that your opinions & concerns are effectively communicated & understood. You must be able to work cooperatively cross functionally to get the optimal result for your area. You must be ‘committed’ to the common goals of the company & clearly display that you believe that the organization is working to continually enhance OBFF as a place to work.Ensure that you team manage the daily metrics (e.g.) Downtime/ PM Calendar Adherence/ Service Calendar Adherence while you ‘lead’ initiatives & future plansOur cultureTo make OBFF a place where people love to come to workBe self-aware as a leader. Be open to change. Listen to ideas & concerns openly. Show people that you care by giving genuine feedback on ideas & concerns & rewarding if/when relevant. Communicate effectively. Always remain professional & calm. Always do the right thing. Acknowledge & address your mistakes with honesty & integrityResponsibilities:Leadership and Management:· Oversee the daily operations and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and GMP standards.· Manage activity in the factory to ensure demand is satisfied and waste is minimised.· Monitor production processes and maintain consistent product quality.· Motivate staff and assign roles based on competence and work demand ensure factory capability.· Lead, direct, and support the factory management team.· Assign roles to staff based on development needs, competence, and work demand.Efficiency and Cost Control:· Optimize production efficiency by streamlining processes and maximizing performance.· Monitor production costs and identify areas for improvement.· Ensure yield, waste and giveaway are kept to minimum levels.· Ensure cost-saving measures do not compromise product quality.· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance overall efficiency.Quality:· Implement control measures and address any deviations promptly.· Collaborate with the technical team to uphold factory standards.· Ensure all non-compliances are closed out to the satisfaction of the Technical Manager.· Ensure all customer complaints are thoroughly investigated and corrective action is carried out.Communication:· Champion cross functional communication with other departments (planning, maintenance, technical, etc.).· Provide regular reports on production performance, challenges, and achievements.Safety and Compliance:· Ensure compliance with safety regulations, food safety standards, and environmental guidelines.· Collaborate with the safety team to implement safe work practices.· Conduct risk assessments for operational activities.Continuous Improvement:· Monitor and track departmental performance.· Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action generation.· Drive process improvement to improve OEE performance.· Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement and maintain best practice.· Stay updated on industry trends and technological advancements.Expectations, Competencies & QualificationsThe main function of this role is to control all maintenance activity at the Timahoe site. To be successful in this role the following characteristics/competencies are required:· Self-Aware· Open & Honest· Proactive· Effective at communication (Internally, Cross-Functionally & Externally)· Effective at DelegationQualifications, Skills & Experience· Degree/Diploma in Engineering or Management Desirable· Food manufacturing experience Essential· HACCP Training Essential· Green Belt Training Desirable· Manual Handling Training Desirable· Leadership Training DesirableKPIs· Specific KPI Measures will be agreed to include targets on:o Safetyo Plan Attainmento OEEo Usage Variance, (Waste, giveaway and Yield)o Complaints, Non Conformances.o Cost Variance (labour, budgetary spend)Working conditionsThe job requires presence on the factory floor. Given the nature of the business, the work areas must be maintained under refrigerated conditions. The job will at times require working in confined spaces and on machines with safety guards removed.Physical requirementsThe work in some areas can be physically demanding & it will be necessary to stand for extended periods of time, lift heavy objects & carry out manual work. Manual handling techniques and observing rest periods are of vast importance.

Expected salary

Location

Co Kildare – Timahoe, Co Laois

Job date

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 22:38:37 GMT

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