Job Description

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 role

DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES

This role is responsible for managing a team of 4-5 packaging mezz staff, ensuring timely

and accurate delivery of packaged goods to production, maintaining inventory control,

and upholding quality and safety standards, but is not limited to:

• Supervise, train, and motivate a team of 4-5 packaging mezz staff.
• Schedule shifts, assign tasks, and ensure team productivity and performance
• targets are met.
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate expectations, changes, and updates.
• Monitor and manage packaging material inventory to ensure adequate supply for production needs.
• Track usage and report discrepancies or low stock levels in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with procurement and Goods In teams to order and receive materials efficiently. ·
• Oversee daily packaging activities to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and consistency. ·
• Coordinate with the production and planning teams to deliver packaged goods as per schedule.
• Ensure all packaging activities adhere to safety and hygiene standards. ·
• Maintain proper documentation and records of packaging output and materials usage. ·
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions for operational efficiency.

Hours of Work

5 days out of 7 (to include Sunday) Nightshift 6pm- 4/5am/Finish.

Benefits

At Finnebrogue, we offer more than just a job – we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support and reward our employees. Working in one of our state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll enjoy free onsite parking and access to electric charging points and access a restaurant-standard canteen with all meals subsidised, including free breakfast options.

You'll enjoy access to our award-winning Food Shack, where you can receive up to 5 free food products per week. You'll also have confidential support through Insula Wellbeing, our on-site counsellors.

We offer a full calendar of wellbeing, social, and sports events, helping you stay balanced and connected. As you settle into the business, your benefits will continue to grow, with the Perks Discount card, gym membership, cashback healthcare plan, cycle-to-work scheme, electric car scheme, and even your birthday as a paid holiday.