Trainee Production Shift Leader – 24/7 Milk Plant

ArraTipp; Nenagh; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

ArraTipp in Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, is seeking a Production Support role to assist the Production Shift Manager in running a highly automated milk processing site on a 24/7 basis. The role focuses on leading production operatives, ensuring safety and quality, and driving efficiency across shifts.

The successful candidate will bring experience in food processing and a relevant qualification, with strong analytical and communication skills to support continuous improvement and SOP development.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production role in a food processing environment is advantageous.
• Qualification in food science, process engineering or production management is desirable.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Production Shift Manager in running a 24/7 milk processing site.
• Lead production operatives, manage shift rotation and drive safety.
• Identify process improvements and liaise with stakeholders.
• Ensure health and safety policies and SOPs are followed.
• Drive quality, capacity planning, and lean initiatives.
• Report to senior management and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Assist with SOP development.
• Maintain compliance and cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

IT / report writing

Teamwork

Education

Food/Science or Process/Engineering/Production Management qualification

Job description

ArraTipp in Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, is seeking a Production Support role to assist the Production Shift Manager in running a highly automated milk processing site on a 24/7 basis. The role focuses on leading production operatives, ensuring safety and quality, and driving efficiency across shifts.

The successful candidate will bring experience in food processing and a relevant qualification, with strong analytical and communication skills to support continuous improvement and SOP development.