Operations Co-Ordinator - Food Manufacturing

Job Title: Operations Co-Ordinator - Food Manufacturing

Location: Co. Kildare

About the Role

The Operations Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day coordination of site operations, ensuring production and warehouse activities are carried out efficiently, safely, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards within a food manufacturing environment.

This role serves as a key link between production, warehousing, health & safety, quality, and people management functions, ensuring teams, systems, and processes work together to achieve operational and commercial goals.

Key Responsibilities Site Operations Coordination

• Coordinate daily production and warehouse activities to meet customer requirements and business objectives.
• Monitor operational performance and address issues affecting efficiency, quality, safety, or delivery schedules.

Production Management

• Assist in planning and coordinating daily and weekly production schedules based on sales forecasts and operational capacity.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing productivity, reducing waste, and controlling costs.

Warehousing & Logistics

• Liaise with logistics providers to ensure timely and compliant dispatch and delivery of products.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels to support production demands and customer orders.

Health & Safety

• Promote and maintain compliance with all health & safety legislation, policies, and site procedures.
• Support a safe working environment through proactive monitoring and adherence to best practices.

Quality & Food Safety

• Support food safety and quality systems, including audits, corrective actions, and document control.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, BRC, and other relevant food safety standards.

HR & Administration

• Maintain staff contracts, personnel records, and roster administration.
• Support effective communication and coordination across teams.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong planning and organisational abilities.
• Effective people management and communication skills.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Proficient IT and administrative skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience coordinating people and processes within a manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment.
• Knowledge of HACCP, BRC, or equivalent food safety standards.
• Relevant qualification in operations, manufacturing, food production, or health & safety is desirable.