Loading Bay Manager

Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Loading Bay Manager to join our team in Athleague, Co. Roscommon.

Reporting to the Site Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Beef Loading Bay, ensuring the safe, efficient and timely movement and loading of beef carcasses and products for dispatch.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of beef carcasses and meat processing, with previous butchery, carcass handling or meat production experience highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with Planning, Production and Transport to ensure daily loading plans are achieved safely and efficiently.
• Manage the movement and loading of beef carcasses, ensuring the correct product is selected and dispatched to customer requirements.
• Ensure product quality, identification, traceability and handling standards are maintained throughout the loading process.
• Monitor stock and carcass movements and investigate any discrepancies with the relevant departments.
• Ensure loading areas and equipment meet required H&S, hygiene, 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Manage team training, retraining, H&S standards, holiday cover and the Perfast T&A system.
• Implement and enforce Group H&S, HR, Food Safety and Quality policies and procedures.
• Work closely with the Technical Manager to address any quality or product issues.
• Liaise with Site Department Heads to maintain high operational standards and support customer audits.
• Participate in site routines and meetings, including planning and daily operational reviews.

Stock & Dispatch

• Manage the receipt, storage, movement and dispatch of beef carcasses and products.
• Maintain accurate stock control and full traceability of carcass movements.
• Ensure carcasses are handled and loaded correctly to minimise product damage and maintain customer specifications.
• Manage off-site/maturing stock movements where required.
• Ensure daily loading deadlines are achieved in line with customer and transport requirements.

People Management

• Lead and motivate the Loading Bay team to maximise efficiency and meet daily deadlines.
• Ensure employees are trained and competent in carcass handling, loading procedures, food safety and H&S.
• Manage attendance, performance and holiday cover within the team.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, productivity and teamwork.

Requirements

• Experience in a beef/meat processing environment is essential.
• Previous butchery, carcass handling, slaughtering, boning or meat production experience would be highly advantageous.
• A good practical understanding of beef carcasses, product specifications and handling requirements.
• Previous people management or supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of H&S, food safety, hygiene and traceability.
• Confident decision-maker with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Good planning, organisational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

Benefits

• Company Pension

• Further Education support - You’ll have clear pathways for advancement, supported by continuous professional development and a range of learning opportunities
• Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to Get up to €500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
• Bike to Work Scheme - Purchase a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!
• Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees

Note: As with all positions, due to the nature of our business, key responsibilities will evolve and change over time.