John Ruddy

John Ruddy is an experienced engineering professional currently serving as Engineering Group Manager and Group Head of Projects at Kepak Group since September 2023. Prior to this role, John held multiple leadership positions at Manor Farm from March 2018 to September 2023, including Head Of Engineering and Engineering Manager, where responsibilities included developing engineering strategies and building high-performing teams. Additionally, John worked at Kerry Foods from March 2003 to March 2018, progressing through various roles such as Interim Engineering Manager and Engineering Leader, focused on providing engineering direction and ensuring production goals were met. John holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering from the Institute of Technology, Sligo, attained between 2012 and 2014.