Production Supervisor - Dayshift

Overview

Be part of something big. Finnebrogue is a leading UK-based food producer within the global Sofina Foods Group. We look at what is wrong with food to figure out how to make it the best it can be. Operating from four facilities in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, Finnebrogue supplies major supermarkets with own-label bacon, sausages, burgers, and vegetarian products, as well as its pioneering Naked range made without nitrites. We have been recognised as the UK’s Employer of the Year by Grocer Gold and the Best Place to Work in Northern Ireland by the Irish News Workplace & Employment Awards. Our robust People Strategy offers career pathways and development opportunities for all employees, emphasising talent growth and wellbeing with generous benefits for all. We are proud to be the first food producer in the UK and Ireland to achieve the Diversity Mark accreditation and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. Globally, Sofina Foods and its wholly owned subsidiaries operate more than 40 sites and have over 14,000 employees in Canada, UK, Island of Ireland, Germany and France.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Trainee Supervisor to join our fast-paced production team in our seasonal site. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with manufacturing or team-leading experience who is ready to develop their leadership skills in a supportive environment. As a Trainee Supervisor, you will work closely with experienced supervisors and managers to learn all aspects of production leadership. You’ll play a key role in ensuring operations run smoothly, efficiently, and in line with food safety and quality standards. We will provide full training to help you fulfil your potential.

Hours of Work

Dayshift: Monday to Friday from 7am to 5pm

£14.84 per hour

This role is part of our Production Pathways Programme. You will start the Programme as a Level 1 trainee supervisor and through training and experience progress through Levels 2 and Level 3. This role is expected to begin in June 2026, aligned with the site\'s seasonal production plan.

Responsibilities

• Support and learn from experienced supervisors and managers to develop production leadership skills.
• Contribute to ensuring operational efficiency, food safety, and quality standards in a fast-paced production environment.
• Participate in training and progression through the Production Pathways Programme to advance through Levels 1–3.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or team leadership preferred.
• Willingness to learn and develop leadership skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

At Finnebrogue, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support and reward our employees. Benefits include free onsite parking with electric charging points, access to a restaurant-standard canteen with meals subsidised (including free breakfast options), and access to our award-winning Food Shack with up to 5 free food products per week. We provide confidential support through Insula Wellbeing, on-site counsellors, and a calendar of wellbeing, social, and sports events. Additional benefits include a Perks Discount card, gym membership, cashback healthcare plan, cycle-to-work scheme, electric car scheme, and paid birthday holiday.

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