Ready to lead with purpose and make a real impact? Join Pilgrim's Europe as an Operations Team Lead at our Craigavon site, and take the next step in your leadership journey with one of the UK's leading food manufacturing companies
Location : Craigavon
Various Shifts Available : Monday to Friday (fix shifts)
- 08:00 to 16:00
- 14:00 - 22:00
- 16:00 - 12:00am
Contract Type : Permanent, Full-time, Monthly Paid
About the Role
As an Operations Team Lead, you'll be at the heart of our production operations — managing a team of production operatives and ensuring that performance targets across safety, quality, technical, service, and people management are met and exceeded. You'll play a key role in delivering our KPIs and supporting continuous improvement across the site.
What You'll Do:
Lead and engage your production team to deliver results in a safe, efficient and high-performing environment
Own and drive key performance metrics: safety, technical compliance, production efficiency, labour utilisation, and customer service
Proactively manage and improve standards for food safety, quality, and hygiene
Carry out investigations, audits, and performance reviews to ensure a culture of accountability and excellence
Collaborate cross-functionally with departments like Technical, Engineering, HR, and Planning
Champion a positive, inclusive working environment, promoting communication, engagement, and continuous development
Support and embed Continuous Improvement and Lean principles across your team
What We're Looking For:
Essential:
Proven people management experience OR experience in a supervisory/leadership role within production
Strong communication and organisational skills
Comfortable working with KPIs, quality standards, and technical documentation
Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Self-motivated with a hands-on, proactive approach
Desirable :
Background in FMCG or food manufacturing
HACCP and Health & Safety qualifications
Experience leading or supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Leadership or management qualifications
GCSE Maths and English (Grade C or above or equivalent)
Why Join Us?
At Pilgrim's Europe, your growth is our priority. We believe in rewarding talent, supporting development, and fostering a culture where every voice is heard:
Career development and training opportunities
Inclusive and supportive culture - a collaborative workplace where your wellbeing and ideas matter
Be part of a stable, well-established business that's a key player in the food industry
Innovation at scale - work with continuous improvement tools
Join a business committed to reducing its environmental impact and building a better sustainable future
Competitive salary and benefits
The chance to be part of a business that values safety, integrity, respect, and innovation
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to lead a team, influence real change, and grow your career in an essential industry, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of something bigger.
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