Production Manager

Pilgrim's

  • Dungannon, Co Tyrone
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
My jobExciting Opportunity - Production Manager - DungannonWorking Hours: Monday to Friday - 39 hours per week - 08:00 am - 4:00 pmWe're looking for an ambitious and experienced Production Manager to take the lead within one of our operational business units at our Dungannon site.This is a great opportunity to step into a key leadership role where you'll be responsible for driving performance, improving processes, and supporting the development of your team - all while delivering on our key operational and financial targets.Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the day-to-day running of your business unit across all shifts.
  • Deliver site KPIs and strategic Profit Improvement Plans (PIPs) within budget.
  • Optimise staffing and resources to achieve targets efficiently and sustainably.
  • Support and implement site-wide operational objectives in collaboration with the wider team.
  • Promote a safe, inclusive, and high-performing working environment.
  • Train, develop, and motivate team members, with support from HR, including performance reviews and succession planning.
  • Drive continuous improvement across people, processes, and systems.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and customer specifications.
  • Monitor and maintain high standards of housekeeping and hygiene.
  • Maintain strong communication between teams, departments, and shifts.
  • Ensure adherence to all Health & Safety, HR, and company policies.
What We're Looking ForEssential:
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience in a management role within a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams.
  • Strong problem-solving, organisational, and decision-making capabilities.
  • IT literacy - confident in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Understanding of workplace Health & Safety standards.
Desirable:
  • Experience within FMCG or food production.
  • Third-level qualification or equivalent.
  • IOSH / NEBOSH qualification.
  • Advanced Food Hygiene certification.
  • Experience in Lean Manufacturing and/or project management.
What This Role Offers
  • The chance to take ownership of a key production unit and lead its success.
  • Opportunity to work as part of a collaborative and high-performing operations team.
  • Support for personal and professional development within the business.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and have the drive to lead a team to operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.To apply, please submit your CV today!The companyPilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.What we'll bring to the tablePeople matterOur valuesDeterminationSimplicityAvailabilityHumilityDisciplineSincerityOwnership

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