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Production Manager
~ Dairy Producer ~
Co. Cork | €80,000 - €85,000 | Full-Time | On-Site | Mon-Fri
Are you a food production leader ready to take on something unique?
This is a rare opportunity to join a premium dairy producer with an expanding national presence, a strong retail customer base, and a commitment to quality and innovation.
Our client is an Irish-owned artisan dairy manufacturer producing high-quality, small-batch products from locally sourced milk. Operating for over a decade, they have built strong relationships with major national retailers and maintain the highest standards in food safety and compliance.
This is a hands-on leadership role in a modern, purpose-built plant producing a niche dairy range that includes soft and grilling cheeses as well as yogurts.
The role
You'll be responsible for ensuring efficient and high-quality production output while maintaining AA-rated BRC compliance.
You'll oversee production planning, staff management, food safety, and work cross-functionally with farm partners to ensure raw material quality. While the role is not farm-based, it does include a weekly alignment meeting with the supply side.
Key responsibilities:
Oversee production operations in line with quality and output goals
Maintain and continuously improve BRC standards
Lead and support a team of production operatives
Communicate with suppliers to troubleshoot minor equipment issues (mechanical/electrical knowledge not required)
Uphold hygiene, food safety, and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with senior leadership on strategy and continuous improvement
What's in it for you:
Competitive salary: €80-85k
No shift work - Monday to Friday schedule
Autonomy to run the production floor
Work with a passionate, tight-knit team
Modern, high-spec facility
Report directly to the MDYou'll need:
✔ 3+ years in food production management (not just shift-based)
✔ Strong BRC compliance experience - non-negotiable
✔ Solid team leadership skills
✔ Mechanically minded (no qualifications required)
✔ Dairy experience is a plus, not a must
Sound like a fit? Apply today for a confidential chat about this unique opportunity.
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