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Main purpose of the role: Merchandise, rotate and face off all stock in assigned department while maintaining hygiene and food standards. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills; Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible; Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team; Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Process orders for various departments; Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times; Liaise with the Store Manager on changes to layouts, ends and sides and ensure changes are correctly implemented; Implement correct labelling and stock rotation procedures; Ensure deliveries are checked off in line with goods inwards procedures. Keep the back-store tidy and packed away.
General Operative
Overview of Department The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) plays the lead role in promoting competitive and sustainable economic development in the agriculture, food, forestry and fisheries sectors. Its mission is to lead, enable and regulate the sector in a way that optimises its contribution to social, economic and environmental sustainability. The Department’s strategic goals include: Competencies Applicants should have all the attributes required of a Rural General Operative Grade 2 and in particular they must demonstrate, by reference to specific examples from their career to-date, that they possess or have the capacity to acquire the qualities, skills and knowledge required for the role of Rural General Operative Grade 2 as identified in the following competency framework. Further information on the competencies can be found in the Candidate Information Booklet. 1. Knowledge of Farming and Practical Experience 2. Teamwork and Communication Skills 3. Organisation Skills 4. Flexibility and Initiative How to Apply Only Online Applications can be made and should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. Note: As outlined above, if you do not meet the Essential Requirements listed under Section 3, your application will receive no further consideration. Closing Date Your application must be submitted no later than 12.00 noon on 3rd of September 2025. All queries relating to this recruitment campaign should be directed to dafm@cpl.ie with the subject heading “General Operative Grade 2” Application acknowledgements: All applications received will be acknowledged within 5 working days of the competition closing date. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within the 5 working days or for any queries relating to this competition, please contact by email: dafm@cpl.ie Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. Pay The salary scale for this position Rural General Operative Grade 2, with effect from 1st August 2025, is as follows: Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) Pay Rate: €737.12, €765.65, €789.48, €801.52, €813.47, €825.53, €837.53, €849.52, €861.54 NMAX
Bakery Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Bakery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: HACCP training is desirable but not necessary Excellent communication skills Previous customer service experience is an advantage The ability to work as part of a team in a fast paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Prepare customers bakery orders Bake, prepare and display the Bakery Products sold throughout the day Ensure that the counter displays across all fresh food departments are to the highest standards at all times throughout the day Demonstrate your passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and personal recommendations with customers Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and in line with store policy
Cash Office Administrator
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the cash office operates efficiently and effectively at all times and ensures cash is secured and balances correctly. The ideal candidate will have/be: 1 years€,, experience in a cash handling role is desirable Excellent numerical skills Excellent communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word). Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Oversee and ensure the smooth running of the cash office Maintain all security measures, ensuring all valuables (cash, coupons etc.) are kept secure Maintain confidentiality at all times Reconcile daily cash in line with store procedures Spot check and balance floats as appropriate Conduct daily safe counts Prepare and lodge daily takings as per store schedule Complete over and under reports daily Prepare quarterly stock information as required Train employees on till and float management.
Night Shift Operator
Night Shift Operator - Applegreen Newbridge As a Night Shift Operator at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as a Night Shift Operator at Applegreen? · Operating the shop in line with company policy throughout the night as per shop checklist. · Ensure all perimeter alarms are activated. · Ensure the site building is secure throughout the night. · Keep the shop area clean, tidy, and safe. · Provide excellent customer service. · Ensure accurate price labelling of products. · Stock rotation and shelf stacking. Why Should I join the Applegreen Team? Benefits · All colleagues are eligible for a discount, allowing exclusive discounts on Bakewell Deli foods and hot drinks. · Bike to work scheme (available after 6 months of service). · HSF Health Plans schemes for healthcare expenses including dental, optical and many more. · Wellbeing platform with micro-modules and articles to support your mental health and wellbeing. In addition, our Employee Assistance Programme is a free confidential counselling service which offers support on personal, family, work, and money matters. · Flexible schedules. · Company pension scheme. · Exclusive offers on broadband and mobile plans. · Refer a friend scheme. · Development opportunities through a variety of online and classroom-based learning delivered by inhouse and external industry experts. An Applegreen Night Shift Operator would ideally: · Have previous experience in a similar role, but its not essential. · Have a can-do attitude who has strong communication skills and enjoys interacting with customers. · Ability to work well with colleagues, contributing to a positive team environment. · Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. · Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.
Fresh Meat Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Meat Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent quality and products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Numerical skill Customer focused A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment,ability to multi-task under pressure No previous experience necessary as training will be provided Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Drive sales through ensuring SOPs and store standards are met on a daily basis Merchandise and present department to the highest standard Implement planograms correctly Control stock rotation so that quality and freshness of goods is of the highest standard Manage waste and shrink in the department Ensure continuous improvement in the Meat Department by remaining up to date with new products and initiatives Enhance product knowledge by gaining information from a range of sources and share ideas, suggestions and builds Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working
Shop Floor Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Merchandise, rotate and face off all stock in assigned department while maintaining hygiene and food standards. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills; Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible; Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team; Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Process orders for various departments; Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times; Liaise with the Store Manager on changes to layouts, ends and sides and ensure changes are correctly implemented; Implement correct labelling and stock rotation procedures; Ensure deliveries are checked off in line with goods inwards procedures. Keep the back-store tidy and packed away.
Maintenance And Process Manager
Maintenance and Process Manager Ballitore, Kildare 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. We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations. Role Profile Based in our Ballitore site, the role reports to the Site Manager. The Maintenance and Process Manager is responsible for managing reactive & preventive maintenance at site both internal teams, contractors, 3rd party maintenance. It plans and oversees all repair and installation activities. It ensures compliance with maintenance processes & procedures, maintenance schedules. It delivers on agreed KPI’s of plant availability, effectiveness and costs and in the deployment of best processes and practices. Responsibilities • Ensuring that the site manufacturing equipment performance meets or exceeds all required KPI. • Provide strategies to ensure all technicians training has been identified and support the ongoing skills enhancement of members of Maintenance teams • Ensure planned preventative maintenance is executed to plan and plans are in place to ensure regulatory conformance always • Periodic maintenance systems review, identification and execution of continuous improvement projects focused on equipment performance, application of best practice maintenance strategies to sustain these improvements long term • Ensure all maintenance work performed onsite exceeds Health & Safety and Quality requirements • Drives the Maintenance and Reliability initiative focused on Preventive & Predictive Maintenance, not reactive. • Overall responsibility for the adherence for site Maintenance Department budget. • Owner of CMMS systems (Pemac) for Maintenance Function • Managing maintenance technician group • Managing, maintaining, and establishing maintenance procedures for production lines in a GMP manufacturing environment to ensure production meets or performs better than budget. • Responsible for end to end process and plant optimisation across production, filling and packing, utilities and milk intake • Act as Process SME and lead technical support for all production impacting issues • Establish performance standards and optimise performance across all processes in the plant • Engage with stakeholders including Quality and Production teams in the prioritisation, development, design and testing of new or enhanced processes • Utilising the relevant Change Control Systems, secure approval for implementing change • Work with Production team to plan and execute agreed changes • Monitor MES KPI data for individual processes including reporting and trending of data • Utilise data insights to recommend interventions to drive performance • Troubleshooting issues and identifying opportunities to enhance plant performance and drive KPI improvement • Ownership of process driven documentation including design, development and roll-out of Standard Operating Procedures, Process documentation (including log books) and training documentation • Completion of QSM documentation relating to Change Control, Event Reports, RCAs etc for specific processes • Take leadership role in Change Control for specific processes • As Subject Matter Expert for specific processes, work with training to design, plan and deliver training to new and existing employees and take a lead role in technical competence assessment of Trainees • Train new and existing employees on process management including associated automation systems and MES Requirements • Experience in lead maintenance role in a food manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment • Third level qualification in Engineering/Science or a related discipline. • Advanced organisation and planning skills. • Demonstrated knowledge of RCA tools (Root Cause Analysis) and lean manufacturing techniques. – repeated in lean and process improvement requirement • Ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders. • Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Improvement or product development, is desirable • Results driven, customer focused with high performance capability in a fast moving challenging business environment • Demonstrate strong technical ability and attention to detail to do the job at a high level of accomplishment • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to bring people with them for the best outcomes • Ability to analyse data, recognise trends and recommend actions to drive continuous improvement 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 & Inclusion We 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. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirlán but this isn’t the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job notifications at www.tirlan.com/careers Tirlán is a Values Based Organisation
Warehouse & Transport Operative
Your Recipe For a Rewarding Career Starts Here! About Us Dawn Farms is the largest dedicated supplier of cooked meat and plant-based ingredients and fermented products outside of the US supplying world leading brands across more than 44 markets from our two state of the art plant facilities based in Naas. We also have manufacturing facilities in the UK and Germany. Dawn Farms is one of the largest employers in Naas, Co Kildare with a strong culture of diversity and inclusion. Job Purpose Dawn Distribution isa leading business at the forefront of the temperature-controlled food logistics sector in Ireland, we specialise in managing imports and exports for a wide range of valued customers. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a competent and highly organised individual to join our team. This role requires a Reach Truck Driver to effectively and efficiently perform their daily work tasks to the highest level of hygiene, food safety and health and safety standards, meeting all targets and reporting all issues and actively be involved in any investigations and corrective actions. The role involves the employee being an integral part of the team, working together and meeting production plans. Working Hours: Monday - Thursday - 10:30am - 18:00pm & Friday - 10:00am - 20:00pm Role Responsibilities & Duties
Data Science Manager
Requisition ID: 60121 Position Type: FT Permanent Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Hybrid About the role Are you passionate about data and artificial intelligence? Does working in one of the world’s largest taste and nutrition companies excite you? Do you have a curious mentality who enjoys a challenge and sees it as an opportunity? We leverage cutting edge technologies using Databricks and Azure OpenAI to develop agentic AI solutions to support the digital transformation of our business. You will get a chance to work with your team on the latest technologies in a great company atmosphere where you can personally grow. We are looking for a Data Science Manager who will support the Analytics & AI pillar of our Data Science & Engineering CoE. You will lead and coach our team of data scientists. This role requires an individual who is passionate about data science, coaching teams, and delivering high-impact machine learning and generative AI solutions. The successful candidate will have substantial hands-on experience with Databricks and a proven track record in team leadership and talent development. They are a self-starter, a person who can communicate with both business and technical audiences, looking to inspire and be inspired, comfortable with ambiguity, able to think big (while paying careful attention to detail) and enjoys working in a fast-paced team that will support Kerry’s Digital Transformation journey. What will I be doing? 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. Get in touch today! In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally. Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic. Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name. Please note: We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kerry terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers. Recruiter: #LI-ND1 Posting Type: LI
