Technical Manager

Description:

We are now seeking applications for the position of Technical Manager for the Killeshandra Site. Reporting to the Site Manger the successful candidate will be responsible for directing and leading the quality, environmental and sustainability functions at the Site.

They will work with the site management team and external stakeholders, customers and agencies in a professional, communicative manner ensuring continuous improvement. Developing, implementing and monitoring integrated quality, environmental and sustainability strategies across the site will be a key part of this role.

Key responsibilities will include:

Lead the ongoing evolution of progressive, fit for purpose Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS) aligned with present and future business needs supporting the ongoing development of the business and a culture of continuous improvement and a focus on customer service

Provide senior leadership and management to functions of Quality Assurance, Environment and Sustainability ensuring the company meet legislative, customer and company requirements

Manage direct and indirect departmental costs and resources to ensure the overall effectiveness of the operation

Proactively co-ordinate and lead ongoing improvement processes & projects both internally and with external customers and suppliers

Liaise with external agencies, customers and suppliers as required.

Key Competencies

Individual: The successful candidate will have strong people leadership capability with the ability to develop and to motivate others in a changing environment promoting a culture of continuous improvement. The person will need to be able to promote conformity with rules, systems and protocols.

Working at a high level of expertise in a technical specialist area, the person must have strong communication skills to educate, lead and support others in meeting objectives.The person will be analytical with a questioning approach and excellent attention to detail.

As standards, systems and procedures are important aspects of this role, it requires an individual who is precise, structured and self-motivating. The person must have the ability to work in a thorough and organised manner and have the persistence to see a job through to conclusion. The person appointed also requires high learning agility.

Experience: The position requires an individual with a number of years’ experience in the food industry within a quality or technical function.

Educational: Candidates will possess a third level qualification in Food Sciences or equivalent.

To apply, please visit the careers section of our website at www.lakelanddairies.com where you will find all the details you need, along with an online application form.

A full job description for this role is available from the Group Human Resources Department.