Trainee Production Supervisor Nightshift FBR

Finnebrogue; Downpatrick; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Electric charging points

Canteen with subsidised meals

Free breakfast options

Up to 5 free Food Shack items per week

Insula Wellbeing on-site counsellors

Perks Discount card

Gym membership

Cashback healthcare plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

Finnebrogue, a leading UK food producer in Downpatrick, seeks a motivated Trainee Supervisor to join the fast-paced production team. The role focuses on developing leadership skills with duties such as production checks, attendance records and performance management alongside fellow staff.

Starting on 7 June 2026 with night shift hours Sunday to Thursday, 6pm–4am, the position offers a supportive training plan, a competitive trainee rate of £15.34 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or team-leading is preferred.
• Must have English reading and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform admin duties such as production checks.
• Record attendance and handle performance management with staff.

Skills

Team leadership

English communication

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.

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.

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.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Trainee Supervisor to join our fast-paced production team in our seasonal factory. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with manufacturing or team-leading experience who is ready to develop their leadership skills in a supportive environment. This role includes admin duties such as production checks, attendance recording and performance management duties with other employees, therefore a level of English reading and writing skills are required.

This team is due to begin on the 7th June 2026, however training will be provided alongside the dayshift team in the week before the commencement of nightshift.

Hours of Work

Nightshift: Sunday to Thursday, from 6pm to 4am

The trainee rate for this role is £15.34 per hour, with increases when trained.

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