Glanbia Cheese upskill thanks to partnership with SERC

Driving efficiencies is always high on the agenda of today’s manufacturing companies. Craigavon based manufacturer Glanbia Cheese Ltd have collaborated with SERC to create a specialist training partnership designed to boost operational efficiency; and they expect to see great results.  

The bespoke, industry-focused training programme was designed to meet the increasing demand for highly skilled engineers working within the manufacturing engineering sector and equip them with the latest skills base to increase efficiency. The course upskilled four engineers from mechanical to electrical engineering.

SERC Principal and Chief Executive Ken Webb explains: “This collaboration illustrates SERC’s commitment to deliver bespoke training and our dedication to supporting the manufacturing industry. SERC work with a wide range of manufacturers so we understand their challenges to innovate quickly, practice lean operations and drive costs down.

“Companies like Glanbia Cheese Ltd demand specialist training programmes to meet their specific needs and we have the expertise and flexibility to deliver this.”

SERC Industrial Training Manager Brendan Merrigan explains: “With the emergence and adoption of more sophisticated manufacturing technologies, engineers must keep abreast of the latest technologies so that they remain relevant in their jobs and advance in their careers. I hope that other companies will follow this example and invest in upskilling their staff so they are in a strong position to take advantage of future opportunities in the sector.”

Participants on the course trained at the Colleges Lisburn Campus, equipped with state-of-the-art mechatronics technology. The hands-on training uses ISO industry standard equipment and focuses on the multi disciplines of today’s fast moving mechatronics world. The course was specifically designed for up-skilling engineers to help increase efficiency by reducing cost, minimising waste and improving productivity.

This training partnership is the latest development by SERC to create the highest quality training environment for local business.

Jim Burnside Maintenance Manager at Glanbia Cheese LTD explains: “We are committed to continual investment in our workforce and we were thrilled to avail of the bespoke training offered by SERC.  As a leading European manufacturer, we pride ourselves on keeping abreast of the latest technology and enhancing skills development is crucial to ensure we provide the best service and products possible. The course has developed our engineers’ technical capabilities - key to ensuring continual innovation. We are confident that the training will have a direct impact on the productivity and competitiveness of the company in the global marketplace.”