A busy factory in Naas are currently seeking a Production supervisor in the Hygiene Department to lead a team of hygiene operators in achieving their daily targets, yields and efficiencies through effective cleaning / handover of the factory 

You must have experience in a hygiene role within manufacturing or production

Duties include;

• Plan and co-ordinate daily/weekly/monthly cleaning schedules to ensure full compliance

• Have the factory Audit Ready at all times

• Delegate tasks to hygiene team according to skills/training matrix

• Clean production equipment and facilities

• Ensure all Cleaning Instruction Cards & Standard Operating Procedures are followed

• Highlight training needs to Hygiene Manager

• Train individuals as required

• Train the team to correct standards as per procedures

• Use chemical agents as directed by the Manager in the discharge of cleaning operations after receiving proper instructions and training

• Carry out special projects

• Be flexible in terms of any other cleaning duties as directed by Manager

• Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs

• Work closely with Production Supervisor in planning activities

• Ensure all staff work in a safe manner, proactively highlighting potential risks

• Follow all health and safety regulations

• Conduct weekly inventory of chemicals and PPE

• Induct new members into team

• Plan and maintain roster on weekly basis

• Check and maintain chemical strengths

Job Description Summary

Job Description

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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. We have over 65,000 employees and a presence in virtually every country around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues.

BD Medical is among the world's leading suppliers of medical devices and a leading innovator in injection- and infusion-based drug delivery. We’re focused on providing innovative solutions to reduce the spread of infection, enhance diabetes treatment and advance drug delivery.

As Shift Production Manager you will be responsible for all aspects of production and people management for their shift team working a 24 x 7 cycle.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring that SQDCP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost & People) objectives are met in a timely and efficient manner.

• Effectively leading, motivating and mentoring a large shift team in a highly automated environment.

• Demonstrate Safety First Leadership to ensure associates are engaged in maintaining and operating work areas, equipment and processes in a safe and orderly manner.

• Create an environment to promote engagement through good communications, regular reviews of performance and by exhibiting the BD leadership standards. Develop subordinates through involvement, delegation and assigning special projects where appropriate.

• Assist with the selection, hiring and training of personnel. Maintain a high standard of industrial and employee relations by ensuring implementation of uniform interpretation of company policies and procedures.

• Use computer systems as required to maximise efficiencies across production, HR and other relevant areas – e.g., MES, SAP, Workday, etc.

• Determine and assist with resolving root causes of line problems, quality issues and waste. Background knowledge of application of appropriate techniques for this such as lean manufacturing and six sigma tools would be advantageous.

• Lead BP Production System deployment and actively support the plant Continuous Improvement program.

The Successful candidate will hold a Third level qualification coupled with extensive and relevant work experience.

To be successful in this role, you should be able to demonstrate:

• Thorough knowledge of production management principles and supervisory skills.

• Knowledge of budgetary control procedures

• Production planning

• Lean Manufacturing

• Knowledge of principles of cGMP/FDA/ISO

• Engineering practices – Technical awareness, fault finding techniques

• Good interpersonal skills combined with excellent communication ability

Why join us?

A career at BD means that you are part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that empowers you to bring your authentic self to work. Here you can fulfill your life’s purpose through the work that you do every day.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. Our Total Rewards program — which includes competitive pay, benefits, continuous learning, recognition, career growth, and life balance components — is designed to support the varying needs of our diverse and global associates.

To learn more about BD visit https://emea.jobs.bd.com/

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Overview

The Naas Pizza site is part of the Nomad Foods Group. The business operates two manufacturing sites in Ireland (Naas and Longford) employing approximately 450 FTEs and producing c. 50k tons of Pizzas annually, predominantly under the Goodfella’s and San Marco brands. BEP also produces own label Pizza for many retailers in both the UK and Ireland.

The core responsibility of the Production Manager role is to lead their team and contribute to the overall operational performance of the plant. The role will report directly to the Factory General Manager and will work closely with the relevant support functions e.g. Engineering, Technical, HR, Health & Safety, New product development. The job holder will be a key member of the sites manufacturing management team.

This successful individual will be value driven with a proven track record in managing activities within a production environment through the resources available to them.

Responsibilities

Overall accountability for their Team’s performance, to lead by example by living the Nomad values. To develop and improve the five pillars of manufacturing through effective teamwork in the area of responsibility. The five pillars are, Safety, Quality, People, Output and Cost.

• H&S – Manage and improve behaviors, systems and training. All accidents and near misses to be followed through to root cause and closure.
• Maintain BRC ‘A++’ standards at all times on the production floor.
• Ensure adherence to procedures for process control, cleaning, 5S
• Management of process to ensure product is produced to specification Facilitation of improvement initiatives to reduce / eliminate customer complaints
• Write and maintain standard work (TWI) type procedures for area of responsibility
• 100% on time in full delivery of production plan
• Management of production activities to ensure OEE targets are achieved
• Cost control – Produce to bill of material specifications /manage labor costs
• HR Metrics – Absenteeism, training & development, performance management, engagement
• Promotion / facilitation of continuous improvement activities e.g. A3 / 8D problem solving, Team huddles, operational excellence steering in area of responsibility, six sigma projects
• Completion of projects as assigned by the Factory General Manager

Quality Standards – Achieve target on monthly quality standards audits:

• Systems – SOP/JI updates, training, and completion of training records
• Foreign body control
• GMP – Daily hygiene and housekeeping to agreed standards/targets
• HACCP – Completion of risk assessments with the HACCP Team, Maintenance of HACCP records, corrective and preventative action in HACCP failure, review of risk assessments and verification of HACCP plan with the HACCP team at least yearly
• Traceability – maintained records and document control and archiving
• BRC Accreditation – Target BRC score is Level ‘A’.
• Traffic light score – all paperwork to be checked daily

Qualifications

Essential

• Ideally 5 years within the FMCG at management level
• Experience in the application of ‘Lean Tools’
• Financial awareness
• Production Processes
• Good Interpersonal Skills (proven ability to manage a Team effectively, work with other departments)
• Ability to develop a Team and to identify team members skills and weaknesses
• Ability to proactively identify potential problems identifies solutions, evaluate these and implement in a timely manner
• Communication skill

Desirable

• Lean six Sigma Green Belt qualification
• Process Knowledge
• Negotiation and Influencing Skills
• Cost Awareness
• Continuous Improvement
• PC / SAP skills/ Q-pulse

The Naas Pizza site is part of the Nomad Foods Group. The business operates two manufacturing sites in Ireland (Naas and Longford) employing approximately 450 FTEs and producing c. 50k tons of Pizzas annually, predominantly under the Goodfella’s and San Marco brands. BEP also produces own label Pizza for many retailers in both the UK and Ireland.

The core responsibility of the Production Manager role is to lead their team and contribute to the overall operational performance of the plant. The role will report directly to the Factory General Manager and will work closely with the relevant support functions e.g. Engineering, Technical, HR, Health & Safety, New product development. The job holder will be a key member of the sites manufacturing management team.

This successful individual will be value driven with a proven track record in managing activities within a production environment through the resources available to them.

Overall accountability for their Team’s performance, to lead by example by living the Nomad values. To develop and improve the five pillars of manufacturing through effective teamwork in the area of responsibility. The five pillars are, Safety, Quality, People, Output and Cost.

• H&S – Manage and improve behaviors, systems and training. All accidents and near misses to be followed through to root cause and closure.
• Maintain BRC ‘A++’ standards at all times on the production floor.
• Ensure adherence to procedures for process control, cleaning, 5S
• Management of process to ensure product is produced to specification Facilitation of improvement initiatives to reduce / eliminate customer complaints
• Write and maintain standard work (TWI) type procedures for area of responsibility
• 100% on time in full delivery of production plan
• Management of production activities to ensure OEE targets are achieved
• Cost control – Produce to bill of material specifications /manage labor costs
• HR Metrics – Absenteeism, training & development, performance management, engagement
• Promotion / facilitation of continuous improvement activities e.g. A3 / 8D problem solving, Team huddles, operational excellence steering in area of responsibility, six sigma projects
• Completion of projects as assigned by the Factory General Manager

Quality Standards – Achieve target on monthly quality standards audits:

• Systems – SOP/JI updates, training, and completion of training records
• Foreign body control
• GMP – Daily hygiene and housekeeping to agreed standards/targets
• HACCP – Completion of risk assessments with the HACCP Team, Maintenance of HACCP records, corrective and preventative action in HACCP failure, review of risk assessments and verification of HACCP plan with the HACCP team at least yearly
• Traceability – maintained records and document control and archiving
• BRC Accreditation – Target BRC score is Level ‘A’.
• Traffic light score – all paperwork to be checked daily

Essential

• Ideally 5 years within the FMCG at management level
• Experience in the application of ‘Lean Tools’
• Financial awareness
• Production Processes
• Good Interpersonal Skills (proven ability to manage a Team effectively, work with other departments)
• Ability to develop a Team and to identify team members skills and weaknesses
• Ability to proactively identify potential problems identifies solutions, evaluate these and implement in a timely manner
• Communication skill

Desirable

• Lean six Sigma Green Belt qualification
• Process Knowledge
• Negotiation and Influencing Skills
• Cost Awareness
• Continuous Improvement
• PC / SAP skills/ Q-pulse

A busy food manufacturing plant in the Naas area are currently seeking a Production Supervisor

• Plan, lead direct, and monitor all production and maintenance activities to maximize the use of the organization’s resources to deliver finished goods to customer demand and meet established production specifications and schedules.
• Lead the production team to ensure the successful achievement of all targets, organizing overtime in conjunction with Plant Manager to a minimum when required

• Attend daily production meetings and address any issues raised.

• Manage attendance, timekeeping, overtime and annual leave

• Delegate and organize work to meet production targets such as output, waste, yield, efficiency.

• Meet required quality and production targets whilst ensuring delivery requirements are met for customers

• Conduct employee appraisals and probationary performance reviews

• Deal with employee grievances and disciplinary in conjunction with the Plant Manager / HR department

• Escalate any foreseen problems required to the Plant Manager if deemed necessary

• Review all production / management data (such as downtime, waste, process sheets, non-conformances, on hold logs) to ensure compliance

• Monitor control of all items within the area such as production tools, probes, machine parts in line with metal procedures and other such foreign matter procedures in place.

• Energy and waste management

• Ensure the work area and machines are in a clean / safe / hygienic manner

• Ensure all equipment is operated in accordance with training provided and that all staff are trained and signed off.

• Ensure all hygiene and safety procedures and Quality systems are adhered to at all times

• Ensure adherence to CCP points and that they are kept under control at all times

• Ensure all SOPs are up to date and reviewed at minimum annually or if there is a change in process. All staff to be trained in the latest version of SOPs. All SOPS must take into account “best practice” in relation to operation, quality and health & safety.

• Ensure all products are produced and packed to company / customer specification and on the ‘get it right first time’ motto.

• Ensure handling and use of all ingredients / finished product targets a zero wastage approach and reduces and write off risk to the business

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Be part of something bigger!

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. We have over 65,000 employees and a presence in virtually every country around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues.

The Diabetes Care (DC) team leverage deep expertise and advanced technologies to continuously innovate our pen needles, insulin syringes and other products to enable people who are living with diabetes to benefit from comfortable, effective Diabetes Care. We offer some of the world’s leading devices for insulin injection and award-winning educational programs to help people with diabetes help themselves.

As Pen Needle Production Manageryou will be responsible for the management and coordination of all Pen Needle assembly and packaging production activities. You will collaborate with the Moulding, Engineering, Maintenance, Automation, Quality & Supply Chain teams to ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost & People objectives are met and continuously improved.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Providing leadership to the Shift Managers and production teams to deliver on objectives.
• Ensuring full Health & Safety compliance and engagement across the plant to build a Safety First culture.
• Ensuring all devices manufactured align with all Quality and Regulatory requirements
• Planing Resources to ensure optimum flow of units through the manufacturing process to meet the production schedule.
• Ensuring the production area is aligned with required environmental standards
• Play a lead role in internal and external audits
• Develop team members through coaching, delegation, performance reviews and provision of developmental assignments/projects.
• Collaborate with CI to identify and execute on opportunities to improve work processes and methods to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Be responsible for the weekly BOS process to ensure line efficiency improvements are delivered.
• Lead the integration of the BD Production System into the Pen Needle Assembly operation.
• Leading and/or support project planning as required

To be successful in this role, you should be able to demonstrate:

Minimum third level degree qualification in Manufacturing/Engineering/Science coupled with appropriate experience in high volume manufacturing

• Minimum of 5 years in a production supervisory/management role in manufacturing.
• Detailed knowledge of production management principles
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of budgetary control procedures.
• The ability to lead, work as part of a team and on own initiative as required
• Proactive – someone who anticipates potential problems and is a step ahead
• Proven understanding of engineering and improvement concepts associated with a high volume, technically complex, regulated manufacturing unit.

Why join us?

A career at BD means that you are part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that empowers you to bring your authentic self to work. Here you can fulfill your life’s purpose through the work that you do every day.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. Our Total Rewards program — which includes competitive pay, benefits, continuous learning, recognition, career growth, and life balance components — is designed to support the varying needs of our diverse and global associates.

If you’re a team player who is passionate about healthcare and we’ve just described your career aspirations, then please click on the APPLY button.

Interested in a career with BD, but this position doesn’t fit your skills and experience? Then check out emea.jobs.bd.com

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• Maintain high-quality levels while promoting a quality-focused culture among the staff.
• Liaise with Quality department staff to ensure our own and customer standards are realised.
• Ensure all relevant documentation is filled out as per company procedures.
• Maintain and promote high standards of housekeeping.

• Achieving production plan/targets on a continuous base and hold daily production meetings.
• Prioritise work as changes occur throughout the week.
• Record accurate production and scrap figures.
• Reduce reject production levels and identify problematic processes.
• Record and report any process issues/changes that may arise.
• Ensure all materials/consumables required for production are in place and downtime is not caused as a result of absent materials or shortfalls.
• Increase productivity through continuous improvement and lean techniques.
• Set up clear process lines for product types.
• Ensure weekly KPI's are completed and analyze them with your team on a weekly basis, report to Operations manager on same.

• Responsible for the safety and training of all staff within the department.
• Ensure all staff are wearing PPE
• Log all accidents or near misses

• Production Management within the Window & Door manufacturing industry
• Experience/ qualification in Lean / Six Sigma continuous improvement and a proven track record of delivering improvement projects
• Knowledge of a wide range of fabrication equipment and their respective capabilities
• Experience of leading and developing large teams, with the ability to engage, motivate and enable others
• Degree Qualified
• Basic Finance
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent Organisational skills
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Able to take responsibility and work on own initiative.
• A proven ability to train and develop a teamwork culture.
• Technical Skills Required
• A proven knowledge of process improvement. Preferably gained through a combination of education and work experience.
• Knowledge of a wide range of fabrication equipment and their respective capabilities
• Excellent computer skills.

• Providing support for ISO13485 Quality System.
• Ensuring alignment to all BD, external and appropriate regulatory requirements.
• Supporting production personnel in relevant continuous improvement activities (Six Sigma).
• Day to day Leadership/Management of New Product Quality Engineering Team. Lead and develop the team through involvement, delegation, and regular reviews of performance as established in IIGs (goals).
• Setup & Management of Key quality systems elements relating to direct production support such as the non- conformance system, incident reporting system and customer complaint analysis.
• Liaise with the R&D Department to ensure compliance to Product Specifications
• Ensure all CAPAs under your responsibility are completed in compliance with all regulatory and procedural commitments
• Develop and implement validation strategy for IQ/OQ and PQ requirements.
• Ensure verification activities undergo test method validation to ensure consistent operation of the test equipment and results for the intended use

• Third level qualification in an Engineering or Science Field (a postgraduate qualification in a related area would be advantageous).
• A minimum of 5 years work experience in an ISO 9001/2000 or ISO 13485 environment, coupled with a background in Medical Devices/Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Experience in the preparation of Technical Documentation.
• At least 3 years supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control and Six Sigma methodologies (Greenbelt Certification would be advantageous).
• Experience in CAPA system management.

Job Description Summary

Job Description

• Provide consistent leadership and direction to engineering function within Dun Laoghaire plant. You will manage facilities, sustainability, new product introductions and product/process development
• Develop a team of direct reports and ensure that a succession pipeline identified and implemented
• Manage new product introduction and product/ process development across the plant.
• Overall responsibility for implementing capital expenditure projects across the plant.
• Manage capital spend tracking, monthly reporting and forecasting.
• You will lead the Plant Priority Matrix ‘PPM’ process and interface with project owners to ensure projects are on track and communicate any roadblocks with suggested solutions to site leadership.
• Working with procurement and global real estate & construction to ensure that all projects are executing in line with BD procedures.
• Drive key changes and continuous improvement in site engineering systems and procedures.
• Manage Key Cost to Win programs and ensure that projects are rolled out as required.
• Liaise on a worldwide basis with BD Engineering, Quality, R&D, Marketing and Manufacturing staff.
• Maintain the environmental and IPC licence compliance. 
• Any other reasonable duties which may be required by management from time to time

• Relevant Experience:
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in engineering leadership environment with at least 5 years at a senior management level, ideally within a Medical Devices/Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of success in leading a large engineering function.
• Proven ability to influence and effectively manage high demands in an environment with limited resources
• Agile learner, excellent interpersonal skills and results obtained.

Why join us?

A career at BD means that you are part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that empowers you to bring your authentic self to work. Here you can fulfill your life’s purpose through the work that you do every day.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. Our Total Rewards program — which includes competitive pay, benefits, continuous learning, recognition, career growth, and life balance components — is designed to support the varying needs of our diverse and global associates.

To learn more about BD visit https://emea.jobs.bd.com/

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