Production Analyst, Production Analyst

Pilgrim's Europe; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Employee benefits platform

Wellbeing support programmes

Collaborative working environment

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a Production Analyst to join the Craigavon-based Operations team. The role involves accurate daily and weekly factory performance analysis, cost reporting, and trend analysis to support performance improvements and informed decision-making across the site.

Office-based role with close collaboration across operational, finance, and cross-functional teams. Strong Excel and data interpretation skills are essential for delivering clear insights and dashboards.

Qualifications

• Advanced Excel proficiency is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities are required.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in reporting are critical.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily and weekly factory performance reporting, including yield, waste, and other key metrics.
• Produce and maintain performance graphs, dashboards, and visual management tools.
• Work with departmental managers to monitor overhead expenditure and costs.
• Investigate production variances and identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Identify trends and opportunities for performance improvement with operational teams.
• Support reporting of Operational Excellence (OPEX) dashboards and payroll-related reporting.
• Ensure all reporting is completed accurately and on time.
• Adhere to company policies and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Data interrogation

Communication skills

Independent work

Tools

Dashboards

Job description

Location:

Craigavon

Department:

Operations

Reporting to:

Factory Manager

Working Hours

Monday to Friday - 06:00 - 14:00

About The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Analyst to join our Operations team in Craigavon.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate completion of daily and weekly factory performance analysis, alongside associated cost reporting and trend analysis. Working closely with operational teams, you will provide valuable insights that support performance improvements, cost control, and informed decision‑making across the site.

As part of the Pilgrim's Europe way of working, this is an office‑based role, allowing for close collaboration with operational, finance, and cross‑functional stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete daily and weekly factory performance reporting, including yield, waste, giveaway, and other key operational metrics.
• Produce and maintain performance graphs, dashboards, and visual management tools.
• Work closely with departmental managers to monitor and analyse overhead expenditure.
• Support investigations into production variances and costs, helping identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Assist operational teams in identifying trends and opportunities for performance improvement.
• Support the reporting and development of Operational Excellence (OPEX) dashboards.
• Support people reporting requirements to ensure payroll accuracy.
• Ensure all reporting is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and any other reasonable duties as required.

About You

We're looking for a highly analytical individual with strong attention to detail and a passion for turning data into meaningful business insights.

Essential Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to interrogate and interpret large volumes of data.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present data clearly and concisely.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently.

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience in data management, reporting, or statistical analysis.
• Experience developing dashboards and visual performance reporting tools.
• Manufacturing or FMCG experience.

Why Join Pilgrim's Europe?

At Pilgrim's Europe, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to develop and grow within a leading food manufacturing business.

Our Benefits Include

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to develop your career within a global organisation
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Employee benefits and discount platform
• Wellbeing support programmes
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• The opportunity to contribute to a business focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement

Our Values

Our values are at the heart of everything we do:

Availability ¦ Humility ¦ Discipline ¦ Sincerity ¦ Ownership ¦ Determination ¦ Simplicity