# Loading Bay Manager

**Company:** [Kepak Group](null/companies/apJvUah24epe4QDY8LmvWT.md)
**Location:** Athleague, Ireland
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Operations

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## Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Loading Bay Manager to join our team in Athleague, Co. Roscommon.

Reporting to the Site Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Beef Loading Bay, ensuring the safe, efficient and timely movement and loading of beef carcasses and products for dispatch.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of beef carcasses and meat processing, with previous butchery, carcass handling or meat production experience highly desirable.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Liaise with Planning, Production and Transport to ensure daily loading plans are achieved safely and efficiently.
-   Manage the movement and loading of beef carcasses, ensuring the correct product is selected and dispatched to customer requirements.
-   Ensure product quality, identification, traceability and handling standards are maintained throughout the loading process.
-   Monitor stock and carcass movements and investigate any discrepancies with the relevant departments.
-   Ensure loading areas and equipment meet required H&S, hygiene, 5S and housekeeping standards.
-   Manage team training, retraining, H&S standards, holiday cover and the Perfast T&A system.
-   Implement and enforce Group H&S, HR, Food Safety and Quality policies and procedures.
-   Work closely with the Technical Manager to address any quality or product issues.
-   Liaise with Site Department Heads to maintain high operational standards and support customer audits.
-   Participate in site routines and meetings, including planning and daily operational reviews.

**Stock & Dispatch**

-   Manage the receipt, storage, movement and dispatch of beef carcasses and products.
-   Maintain accurate stock control and full traceability of carcass movements.
-   Ensure carcasses are handled and loaded correctly to minimise product damage and maintain customer specifications.
-   Manage off-site/maturing stock movements where required.
-   Ensure daily loading deadlines are achieved in line with customer and transport requirements.

**People Management**

-   Lead and motivate the Loading Bay team to maximise efficiency and meet daily deadlines.
-   Ensure employees are trained and competent in carcass handling, loading procedures, food safety and H&S.
-   Manage attendance, performance and holiday cover within the team.
-   Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, productivity and teamwork.

## Requirements

-   Experience in a beef/meat processing environment is essential.
-   Previous butchery, carcass handling, slaughtering, boning or meat production experience would be highly advantageous.
-   A good practical understanding of beef carcasses, product specifications and handling requirements.
-   Previous people management or supervisory experience.
-   Strong understanding of H&S, food safety, hygiene and traceability.
-   Confident decision-maker with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
-   Good planning, organisational and leadership skills.
-   Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

## Benefits

-   **Company Pension**

-   **Further Education support -** You’ll have clear pathways for advancement, supported by continuous professional development and a range of learning opportunities
-   **Refer a Friend Scheme -** Earn up to Get up to €500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
-   **Bike to Work Scheme -** Purchase a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!
-   **Long Service Awards -** We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees

_Note: As with all positions, due to the nature of our business, key responsibilities will evolve and change over time._

_**Kepak is an Equal Opportunities Employer**_

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