Kepak Operational Rotational Graduate Programme 2027 - Ireland

Kepak Group; Longford; Sur place; EUR 34 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

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Mentor program

Résumé du poste

Kepak Longford is offering an Operational Rotational Graduate Programme for 2027, based at Kepak Longford, Ireland. Graduates will rotate through production departments to learn the end-to-end process, and present learnings after each rotation while developing hands-on experience on the factory floor.

The program emphasizes leadership development in a meat-industry environment, with a structured learner journey, mentoring, and tailored projects.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical aptitude for yield, value and production metrics.
• Demonstrated work ethic with part-time roles during studies.
• Ability to motivate and lead teams in a high‑volume environment.
• Solid problem-solving skills in fast-paced settings.
• Proven teamwork across projects, sports, or work experiences.

Responsabilités

• Rotate through operational departments to learn each production stage.
• Present knowledge and insights after each rotation.
• Engage on the factory floor and learn each workstation.
• Develop people-management and leadership capabilities in a multicultural setting.
• Contribute to continuous improvement through SOPs, data tasks and projects.

Connaissances

Numerical proficiency

Work ethic

Process management

Problem solving

Teamwork

Description du poste

Kepak Operational Rotational Graduate Programme 2027 - Ireland

We are seeking to recruit for the 2027 Operational Rotational Graduate Programme at our Kepak Longford site. Our Operations Graduates will embark on an intensive learning journey within our business, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the entire production process from procurement to sales. This role is designed to develop future leaders in the meat industry, with a strong emphasis on learning the end-to-end process, understanding the value of each step, and mastering the operations that drive our business. The ultimate goal is for the graduate to be able to articulate the entire process, and to demonstrate this knowledge through presentations and hands-on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Process Learning: Rotate through various operational departments, to gain hands-on experience of every role and a deep understanding of each stage of the production process.
• Presentation and Reporting: At the end of each rotation, present the acquired knowledge and insights to demonstrate an understanding of the operations.
• Operational Involvement: Actively participate on the factory floor, learning each workstation and the processes involved in producing our products.
• People Management: Develop skills in managing diverse teams, understanding the dynamics of a labour-intensive industry, and learning how to effectively communicate and lead in a multicultural environment.
• Continuous Improvement: Engage in key projects such as data gathering, writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process improvement initiatives, and customer-specific projects to contribute to the overall efficiency of operations.

Key Competencies

• Numerical Proficiency: Strong aptitude for working with numbers, crucial for understanding the yield, value and financial aspects of meat processing.
• Work Ethic: A strong work ethic is essential. Demonstrating a background in consistent part-time work during studies is an advantage.
• Process Management: Ability to motivate teams in a labour-intensive environment, with a focus on maintaining calm and effective communication in high-pressure situations.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in high-pressure environments where quick thinking and decision-making are required.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, whether through sports, work, or academic projects.

Other Role Information

• Location: Full-time on-site at our Kepak Longford site, with the possibility of travel to other locations for specialised learning.
• Progression: The program will involve 90% factory floor experience and 10% office-based work initially, with a gradual increase in office responsibilities as you progress.
• Assessment: You will be assessed through presentations and practical demonstrations of your understanding at each stage of the process. You will also have a Learner Journey to support your progress, this states key competencies that we want you to develop through your programme.
• Start date: September 6th 2027
• Starting Salary - €33,500 with an up to €1,500 increase at the start of Year 2 to €35,000
• Role Location - Kepak Longford, Co. Longford, Ireland

What can you expect?

• To be fully immersed into our Culture from day 1, working alongside industry experts and Kepak leaders.
• An opportunity to gain in depth knowledge and skill in various Operational departments across the business, with a rotation plan tailored to your development.
• Gain real, hands-on experience in our manufacturing areas, to understand how our teams come together to create our brilliant products.
• The opportunity to work with the commercial side of the business, through shorter placements, to gain insight into the whole of the business.
• Gain an in depth understanding of our brands and products, and how they are made, and our relationships with customers and consumers.
• To learn key aspects of our business, whilst you develop your skills and knowledge.
• The opportunity to develop personally and professionally through exposure to key projects, tasks and development activities that challenge you, all supported by a detailed learner journey and training plan.
• A dedicated mentor and development program to support you both on the programme and into a role that best fits your skill.

Read more about our programme and hear from some of our Graduates : https://www.kepak.com/careers/graduates/

Who are we looking for? We are looking for hardworking and ambitious Graduates, who want to learn and grow in a challenging and fast paced environment, by performing real roles as part of your rotations. You must be mobile and willing to travel throughout the programme to undertake development activities at any of our sites in the UK and Ireland. We will con