Operations Admin Assistant

Operations Administrator

Tirlán

Tirlán, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.

Tirlán owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, mymilkman.ie and GAIN Animal Nutrition.

A talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivers annual revenues of over €3 billion. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations.

Role Profile

Based at the Ballyragget site and reporting to the Site Process Technical Team Manager, the operations Administrator plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of site activities. This position provides comprehensive administrative support, manages resources, and maintains efficient systems and processes. The role spans the entire site and contributes significantly to operational coordination and employee engagement. 

Responsibilities

• Promote & implement Best Practice Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Develop and standardize operations reports
• Managing Plant orders, reconciliations, GRN’s
• Maintenance of office supplies for operations
• Ensure all records are up to date and accurate.
• Support the communications plan for Ballyragget by maintaining notice boards, one lan system, 3M boards and other communication tools as required.
• Creation of a quarterly site newsletter
• Site tours for new hires and visitors
• Management of office allocation when necessary
• Holiday cover for site access cards and training
• Other duties as assigned 

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with SAP/Ariba or similar ERP systems.
• Strong administrative writing skills for reports, newsletters, and documentation.
• Reporting skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to manage processes efficiently and maintain compliance.
• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Analysing information and providing actionable insights.
• Problem-solving capability to address operational challenges.
• High level of professionalism and discretion.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

We offer

• Free parking incl. EV charging – where applicable
• Work/life balance and collaborative work culture
• Career progression opportunities

About us 

Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment.

Commitment to Diversity & InclusionWe believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth.

We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. 

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Tirlán is a Values Based Organisation