Dawn Meats

Meat supplier to retailers and foodservice

Manufacturing Project Manager

Project ManagementPosted on Nov 13

Full-timeWaterford, IrelandNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 3–5 years of leadership or project management experience in a manufacturing or production environment, ideally within the food industry.
A third-level qualification in Food Science, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.
Proven project management skills.
Ability to work on one's own initiative.
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop people and teams to achieve established goals and improve department performance.
Commercial awareness and cost management skills.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Production team to achieve production targets, ensure the safety and efficiency of the production line, and maintain product quality standards.
Ensure consistency and compliance across a large production department, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Work with the wider Operations Management team to implement and execute projects and initiatives supporting site metrics across safety, quality, environmental performance, yields, and throughputs.
Challenge the status quo, offer innovative solutions, and turn ideas into effective strategies.
Manage business costs and deliver projects through the team.

Desired Qualifications

A Lean Six Sigma qualification.
Knowledge of and experience in food production.

Overview

Job Title: Manufacturing Projects Manager

Role Type: Permanent, Full time

Reporting to: Operations Manager

Location: Grannagh Co. Waterford

Role Summary:

Dawn Meats is a premium meat processor and supplier of choice for a range of leading supermarket, foodservice and restaurant businesses. Established in 1980, Dawn Meats is an industry leader with annual revenues of over €4.5bn, employing over 12,000 staff in 13 countries and exporting to over 70 countries.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for working closely with the Production team in achieving production targets, ensuring the safety and efficiency of the production line, and maintaining the highest standards of product quality. You will ensure consistency and compliance across a large production department, leveraging your extensive experience to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

As the Manufacturing Projects Coordinator, you will work closely with the wider Operations Management team in implementation and execution of specific projects and initiatives to aid the site in delivery of site metrics across a wide range of functions, safety, quality, environmental, yields, throughputs.

We are seeking a seasoned professional who is passionate about continuous improvement and waste reduction. You should be adept at challenging the status quo, offering innovative solutions, and transforming creative ideas into effective strategies. Your ability to manage business costs and deliver projects through your team will be crucial.

Qualifications

Your role will involve addressing a wide range of business challenges in a dynamic Production environment.

Ideal Candidate:

At least 3 - 5 years of leadership or project management experience in a manufacturing or production environment, ideally within the food industry.
A 3rd level qualification in Food Science, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.
Proven track record of excellent project management skills.
Lean Six Sigma qualification is highly desirable.
High motivation, flexibility, and the ability to work on your own initiative.
knowledge and experience in food production are desirable.
Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop people and teams to achieve established goals and improve department performance
Commercial awareness and cost management skills essential

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About the Company

Dawn Meats

Meat supplier to retailers and foodservice

Dawn Meats supplies beef and lamb to major supermarkets, food service and restaurants, exporting to over 70 countries, and sources grass-fed cattle and lamb from about 30,000 British and Irish farmers for processing at 11 Irish and 13 British plants. It works by maintaining close farming relationships, processing the meat in its plant network, and distributing to global customers with a focus on sustainability and quality. It differentiates itself as a family-owned business with deep farming heritage and direct farmer sourcing, plus a track record of sustainability and quality awards. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, sustainable meat worldwide by strengthening farmer partnerships and expanding responsible growth.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Waterford, Ireland
Founded: 1980

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