About Finnebrogue
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, the UK, the Island of Ireland, Germany and France.
Benefits
At Finnebrogue, we offer 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, a restaurant‑standard canteen with all meals subsidised (including free breakfast options), access to our award‑winning Food Shack (up to 5 free food products per week), and confidential support through Insula Wellbeing, our on‑site counsellors.
We also offer a full calendar of wellbeing, social, and sports events, a Perks Discount card, gym membership, cashback healthcare plan, cycle‑to‑work scheme, electric car scheme, and even your birthday as a paid holiday.
Job Purpose
We are seeking a motivated and reliable Trainee Supervisor to join our fast‑paced production team in our DBP Sausage factory. This role includes administrative duties such as production checks, attendance recording and performance management responsibilities, and requires a level of English reading and writing skills.
As a Trainee Supervisor, you will work closely with experienced supervisors and managers to learn all aspects of production leadership. You’ll play a key role in ensuring operations run smoothly, efficiently, and in line with food safety and quality standards. We will provide full training to help you fulfil your potential.
Hours of Work
Night shift: 5 days per week, Sunday to Thursday, from 6 pm to 4/5 am. The trainee rate for this role is £15.34 per hour, with increases when trained.
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