# Production Supervisor

**Company:** [Kepak Group](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/apJvUah24epe4QDY8LmvWT.md)
**Location:** Ballybay, Ireland
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Operations

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## Description

_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.

## Requirements

-   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.

## Benefits

**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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