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.

The Group operates across three divisions: Meat Division Ireland, Foods Division and Meat Division UK. Guided by our values - Responsibility, Ambition, Passion for Food, and Teamwork. We are committed to operating as a successful, sustainable, future-ready business that is a great place to work. We supply fresh and value-added meat based products to retail and foodservice through private label and our own brands, including Rustlers, Big Al's and John Stone.

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.

Working Hours & Shifts
This role will work on a 4 day working shift pattern which will include both morning and evening shift

Monday - Saturday

Morning Shift: 5am-3:15pm
Evening Shift: 3:15pm - 12:30pm

Key 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.

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.

What can we offer you?

Company Pension
Further Education support - You’ll have clear pathways for advancement, supported by continuous professional development and a range of learning opportunities
Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to Get up to €500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
Bike to Work Scheme - Purchase a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!
Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees
Subsidised canteen onsite

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