Jobs, fresher vacancy - Operations Team Lead • Northern Ireland

Company: Pilgrims Europe

Northern Ireland

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 companiesLocation: CraigavonVarious Shifts Available: Monday to Friday (fix shifts) - day shift, evening shift and night shifts availableContract Type: Permanent, Full-time, Monthly PaidAbout the RoleAs 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 environmentOwn and drive key performance metrics: safety, technical compliance, production efficiency, labour utilisation, and customer serviceProactively manage and improve standards for food safety, quality, and hygieneCarry out investigations, audits, and performance reviews to ensure a culture of accountability and excellenceCollaborate cross-functionally with departments like Technical, Engineering, HR, and PlanningChampion a positive, inclusive working environment, promoting communication, engagement, and continuous developmentSupport and embed Continuous Improvement and Lean principles across your teamWhat We're Looking For:Essential:Proven people management experience OR experience in a supervisory/leadership role within productionStrong communication and organisational skillsComfortable working with KPIs, quality standards, and technical documentationComputer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeSelf-motivated with a hands-on, proactive approachDesirable:Background in FMCG or food manufacturingHACCP and Health & Safety qualificationsExperience leading or supporting continuous improvement initiativesLeadership or management qualificationsGCSE 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 matterBe part of a stable, well-established business that's a key player in the food industryInnovation at scale - work with continuous improvement toolsJoin a business committed to reducing its environmental impact and building a better sustainable futureCompetitive salary and benefitsThe chance to be part of a business that values safety, integrity, respect, and innovationReady 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.The companyPilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.