Production Supervisor

Kepak is a leading food company with 15 manufacturing sites and over 4,500 employees across Ireland and the UK, with a turnover of €1.75 billion. At Kepak Ballybay, we're looking for a motivated and people-focused Production Supervisor to join our manufacturing team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of production operations, lead high-performing teams, and play a key role in delivering quality products in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. As Production Supervisor, you'll be at the heart of our operation, ensuring production targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards while creating a positive and engaged working environment for your team.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate daily production activities to ensure targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and to specification; Drive high standards of food safety, quality, hygiene, and regulatory compliance; Monitor production performance, identify issues, and implement effective solutions; Promote a strong health & safety culture and ensure safe working practices are followed; Supervise, coach, and develop production teams to maximise performance and engagement; Track key KPIs including output, efficiency, waste, downtime, and quality; Work closely with maintenance, planning, and warehouse teams to support operational success; Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and cost control.

Requirements

Previous supervisory experience in food manufacturing, meat processing, FMCG, or a similar production environment; Strong leadership and people management skills; Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, food safety, and quality standards; Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities; Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and production systems; A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

Benefits

Company Pension; Further Education support; Refer a Friend Scheme; Bike to Work Scheme; Long Service Awards; Subsidised canteen onsite