Proseal Operative - Production DBP AM

Finnebrogue; Downpatrick; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Electric vehicle charging points

subsidised meals in canteen

Up to 5 free food products per week

Insula Wellbeing on-site counsellors

Wellbeing, social and sports events

Perks Discount card

Gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Birthday paid holiday

Job summary

Finnebrogue is seeking a production operative to support our Downpatrick site. You will operate the Proseal machine, follow the daily production plan, and carry out quality checks to ensure targets are met.

Full training is provided to help you develop skills in Flow Wrap and Sealpac, with experience in manufacturing machinery being advantageous. Dayshift roles run from 7am to 4pm/5pm, five days a week.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is advantageous.
• Full training is provided to develop required skills.
• Experience with manufacturing machinery is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate and ensure the Proseal machine runs correctly and efficiently.
• Meet production targets according to the daily plan and perform quality checks.
• Participate in training and apply new procedures to maintain quality.

Skills

Machinery operation

Quality checks

Daily production planning

Tools

Proseal machine

Flow Wrap

Sealpac

Job description

Be part of something big

Finnebrogue is a leading UK-based food producer within the global Sofina Foods Group. We look at what is wrong with food to figure out how to make it the best it can be. Operating from four facilities in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, Finnebrogue supplies major supermarkets with own-label bacon, sausages, burgers, and vegetarian products, as well as its pioneering Naked range made without nitrites.

Finnebrogue is a leading UK-based food producer within the global Sofina Foods Group. We look at what is wrong with food to figure out how to make it the best it can be. Operating from four facilities in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, Finnebrogue supplies major supermarkets with own-label bacon, sausages, burgers, and vegetarian products, as well as its pioneering Naked range made without nitrites.

We have been recognised as the UK’s Employer of the Year by Grocer Gold and the Best Place to Work in Northern Ireland by the Irish News Workplace & Employment Awards. Our robust People Strategy offers career pathways and development opportunities for all employees, emphasising talent growth and wellbeing with generous benefits for all. We are proud to be the first food producer in the UK and Ireland to achieve the Diversity Mark accreditation and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.

Globally, Sofina Foods and its wholly owned subsidiaries operate more than 40 sites and have over 14,000 employees in Canada, UK, Island of Ireland, Germany and France.

The Role

You will play a vital role within the production site team, ensuring the Proseal machine is working correctly and efficiently. Working with a daily production plan you will be responsible for meeting production targets and completing quality checks.

Full training is provided for this role and consists of an 8 week programme, allowing you to achieve success. Other terms for this role are Flow Wrap and Sealpac, experience operating any of these machines is transferrable and beneficial.

What It Takes

Experience in a similar role is advantageous; however, if you are self-motivated, have experience working with machinery, or are working in a manufacturing environment and ready for your next challenge, we will provide full training to help you fulfil your potential.

Hours of work

There are positions available on Dayshift.

Dayshift: 5 out of 7 Days, 7am to 4pm/5pm

Benefits

• At Finnebrogue, we offer more than just a job - we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support and reward our employees. Working in one of our state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll enjoy free onsite parking and access to electric charging points and access a restaurant-standard canteen with all meals subsidised, including free breakfast options.
• You’ll enjoy access to our award-winning Food Shack, where you can receive up to 5 free food products per week. You’ll also have confidential support through Insula Wellbeing, our on-site counsellors.
• We offer a full calendar of wellbeing, social, and sports events, helping you stay balanced and connected. As you settle into the business, your benefits will continue to grow, with the Perks Discount card, gym membership, cashback healthcare plan, cycle-to-work scheme, electric car scheme, and even your birthday as a paid holiday.