Nightshift Production Operative - Seasonal Factory

Finnebrogue; Downpatrick; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Northern Ireland is seeking a Nightshift Production Operative for a seasonal role in their chilled factory. This position involves preparing and packing quality meat products, with full training provided. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including subsidised meals, free food products, and access to wellbeing support. Ideal candidates should demonstrate teamwork, communication skills, and a commitment to quality and diversity.

Benefits

Subsidised meals

Free breakfast and lunch

Free onsite parking

Electric charging points

Up to 5 free food products weekly

Confidential support through Insula Wellbeing

Healthshield scheme for GP appointments

Perks Discount card

Gym membership

Paid holiday on your birthday

Qualifications

• No experience necessary, full training provided.
• Previous experience in food production is desirable.
• Understanding of Equality and Diversity Policy required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, make, and pack quality meat products.
• Work night shifts from 6pm to 2am/3am, Sunday to Thursday.
• Attend assessment for role consideration.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Manual Dexterity

Self-motivation

Initiative

Job description

Nightshift Production Operative - Seasonal Factory

Finnebrogue Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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Be part of something big

We look at what is wrong with food to figure out how to make it the best it can be, without being bound by the way it has always been done. This bold, forward-thinking approach has earned us numerous accolades, national recognition, and a reputation as an industry leader. In 2024, we were awarded the UK’s Employer of the Year by Grocer Gold and named Best Place to Work in Northern Ireland by the Irish News Workplace & Employment Awards. Our dynamic and award-winning People Strategy is at the heart of our success, offering clear career pathways and development opportunities for every team member. We prioritise talent growth and wellbeing, offering generous benefits that support our employees both professionally and personally. We are also proud to be the first food producer in the UK and Ireland to achieve the Diversity Mark accreditation, reaffirming our commitment to an inclusive, supportive workplace. With four state-of-the-art sites in Downpatrick, County Down, Finnebrogue continues to thrive, with turnover growing from £50M to more than £200M in just six years. Join us and be part of a company where innovation drives us, passion fuels us, and quality defines us.

The Role

Working within various areas of the chilled factory, the role involves preparing, making, and packing quality meat products. This is a temporary role until 25th December 2025. Candidates will be required to attend an assessment, which they will be contacted about in due course.

Hours of Work

Night shift: 6pm to between 2am/3am, Sunday to Thursday.

What It Takes

No experience necessary as full training will be provided, but previous experience in a food production environment is desirable. All candidates should demonstrate core values, have an understanding of and commitment to the Equality and Diversity Policy, and promote this daily.

To be considered, you should be able to work as part of a team, be self-motivated, and show initiative. Good communication skills and a high level of manual dexterity and speed are required and will be monitored throughout employment.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including subsidised meals in our restaurant-standard canteen, free breakfast and lunch options, free onsite parking, and electric charging points. You can also enjoy up to 5 free food products weekly from our Food Shack, access confidential support through Insula Wellbeing, and benefit from our Healthshield scheme offering GP appointments within 24 hours. Additional perks include a Perks Discount card, gym membership, cashback healthcare plan, cycle-to-work scheme, electric car scheme, and paid holiday on your birthday.

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