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Production Leader
- Posted 05 August 2026
- Salary Negotiable
- LocationMonaghan
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Food Manufacturing / FMCG
- Reference12711_1785921180
Job description
Production Leader
County Monaghan
Full-Time | Permanent
4 Day Week
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Are you an experienced Production Supervisor, Team Leader or Area Leader with a background in food manufacturing?
We're recruiting for a Production Leader to join a well-established food manufacturing business in Ballybay, Co. Monaghan.
This is a hands-on leadership role, overseeing a team of 10-15 operational staff and ensuring production targets, quality and food safety standards are consistently achieved.
The Role
- Lead, motivate and develop a team of production staff
- Ensure production schedules, targets and standards are met
- Allocate resources effectively to maintain smooth production
- Monitor performance and maintain accurate production records
- Work closely with Quality, Maintenance and NPD
- Ensure HACCP, hygiene and food safety standards are maintained
- Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives
- Troubleshoot production issues and respond effectively to changing priorities
What We're Looking For
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience within food manufacturing
- Strong people management and communication skills
- Good knowledge of food safety and HACCP
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work confidently in a fast-paced production environment
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary
- Company Pension
- Further Education & Professional Development Support
- Refer a Friend Scheme - up to €500
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Long Service Awards
- Subsidised On-Site Canteen
- Overtime opportunities
Hours
- 35 hours per week | Rotating 4-day week
- Monday-Saturday, with rotating AM/PM shifts:
- AM: 5.00am - 3.15pm
- PM: 3.15pm - 1.00am
Interested?
If you're ready for your next step in food manufacturing leadership, apply today with your updated CV or contact Sophie on 01 526 7473 for a confidential conversation.
