Operations Team Lead - Maternity Cover
Location: Dungannon, Northern Ireland
Working Hours: rotation (Week 1: Mon‑Fri‑Sat‑Sun 05:45‑17:45; Week 2: Wed‑Thu 05:45‑17:45)
Contract: 12 months, full‑time, monthly paid, maternity cover.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, coach and support your team to achieve production goals.
* Maintain compliance with health & safety, hygiene and quality standards.
* Drive efficiency, productivity and team engagement.
* Promote a culture of improvement and accountability.
* Responsible for the performance and speeds of lines to maximise line efficiency.
* Monitor, control and report on product quality, including product entering and leaving the area and product labelling.
* Improve work methods for productivity, performance and safety of the operation.
* Work closely with managers to achieve KPIs and attend team meetings, contributing to good communication.
* Ensure food safety, integrity, legality and quality at all times.
* Apply Pilgrim’s Europe Health and Safety Policy, Company Safety Rules and statutory requirements.
About You
* Experience in a Team Leader or Supervisor role, preferably in manufacturing or food production.
* Understanding of targets and KPI reporting.
* Computer literacy.
* Strong leadership, organisational and interpersonal skills.
* Proactive, hands‑on approach with focus on performance and development.
* Strong understanding of health and safety and quality systems.
* Good attention to detail and ability to use own initiative.
Why Pilgrim's Europe?
* Business that promotes from within – your development is our priority.
* Competitive salary and staff incentives.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* Value‑led culture and supportive team environment.
If you are passionate about food and looking for a role you can grow, lead and make a real difference, apply now.
Additional Information
Senior level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Management and Manufacturing. Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing. Locations: Dungannon, Cookstown, Banbridge, Tyrone, Monaghan.
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