# Junior Operations Data Analyst - Boning Hall & Abattoir

> Kepak Group · Watergrasshill, Ireland · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-17

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Operations

## Description

**About Kepak:**

Kepak Group is an Irish company and one of Europe’s leading meat processors. Kepak have a portfolio of market leading brands including Rustlers, Big Al’s, John Stone, Stript Snacks and Celtic Beef. At Kepak, our ambition to grow as a business is equalled only by our ambition to grow the careers and personal satisfaction of our people.  
  
This is a data-focused operational support role within the Boning Hall and Abattoir departments. In this role, you will play a key part in helping the operation understand and improve its performance through accurate data and reporting.

**What to expect in the job?**

-   Collect and validate operational production data, ensuring accuracy across reporting systems.
-   Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reports covering production performance, yield, throughput, labour efficiency, rework, and waste.
-   Maintain and update reporting tools, including spreadsheets, databases, and dashboards.
-   Working closely with supervisors and management to monitor Work Orders and production results.
-   Analyse production variances, downtime, rework, and operational losses to identify trends and issues.
-   Produce reports, charts, and presentations using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
-   Support continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and reporting.
-   Communicate findings clearly to supervisors and management and support operational meetings when required.

**Working hours:**

**Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm (approximately)** _**Note: This factory is located in an area that is not easily accessible by public transport.**_

## Requirements

**What we need from you?**

-   Strong numerical and analytical skills
-   Good attention to detail and high level of accuracy
-   Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
-   Basic to good skills in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
-   Ability to organise, analyse, and present data effectively
-   Good communication and interpersonal skills
-   Ability to work independently and as part of a team
-   A curious and analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
-   Ability to question and validate data when inconsistencies arise
-   Experience in manufacturing, food production, warehouse, or administrative environments is advantageous
-   Qualification in Data Analytics, Business, Statistics, Supply Chain, Food Science, or a related field is desirable
-   Portuguese/Polish speaking is advantageous but not required.

## Benefits

**What can we offer you?**

-   Discounted health insurance
-   Contributory Pension scheme
-   Subsidised canteen
-   Culture-conscious canteen with free lunch once a month
-   Free parking
-   Cash sales available
-   Flexibility of holiday planning
-   Permanent contract
-   Career progression
-   Further education support policy
-   Study Leave Policy 
-   Dedicated learning and development team
-   Wellbeing initiatives regularly across the group
-   Bike to work scheme
-   Formal recognition initiatives and team awards in place
-   Additional service leave days
-   Family leave options

**#IND**

_**Note: This factory is located in an area that is not easily accessible by public transport.**_

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