General Operative

Sofina Foods Europe; Fethard; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

On-site canteen facilities

Free on-site parking

Supportive work environment with long‑

Term stability

Job summary

Sofina Foods is hiring General Operatives for our Fethard production team in Ireland. This full-time, permanent role supports the efficient manufacture of our meat and food products on a fast-paced line, with a focus on accuracy, teamwork, and reliability.

Pay is €14.40 per hour, with opportunities for growth and a stable, rewarding career in food production. You’ll work in a team-based environment, following strict hygiene and safety protocols to deliver quality products.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work at pace and meet production targets.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated with patience for repetitive tasks.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing demands or production areas.
• Commitment to health, safety and hygiene protocols.

Responsibilities

• Verify product specifications such as size, weight, and colour.
• Adjust machine settings to suit product types and production needs.
• Report any machinery or product faults to your team leader promptly.
• Support the processing of meat products to required specifications.
• Pack and label finished goods accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness in line with company procedures.
• Follow all Health & Safety regulations at all times.
• Deliver work to a high standard while meeting production targets.
• Operate in accordance with strict food safety and quality guidelines.
• Work effectively as part of a team, with the ability to work independently when required.
• Adapt to different roles or areas on the production floor as needed.

Job description

Summary

Be a Key Part of a Fast-Moving, Quality-Driven Manufacturing Team

The Role

Sofina Foods is seeking dependable and motivated General Operatives to join our production team. In this full-time, permanent role, you’ll support the efficient and timely manufacture of our high-quality food products—working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, teamwork, and reliability are essential.

If you’re looking for a stable and rewarding role with opportunities to grow, this is a great place to start or build your career in food production.

Pay: €14.40 per hour

Your Key Responsibilities

• Verify product specifications such as size, weight, and colour
• Adjust machine settings to suit product types and production needs
• Report any machinery or product faults to your team leader promptly
• Support the processing of meat products to required specifications
• Pack and label finished goods accurately and efficiently
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness in line with company procedures
• Follow all Health & Safety regulations at all times
• Deliver work to a high standard while meeting production targets
• Operate in accordance with strict food safety and quality guidelines
• Work effectively as part of a team, with the ability to work independently when required
• Adapt to different roles or areas on the production floor as needed

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to work at pace and meet production targets
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A self-motivated approach with the patience for repetitive tasks
• Flexibility to adapt to changing demands or production areas
• A commitment to following health, safety, and hygiene protocols

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive hourly pay
• On-site canteen facilities
• Free on-site parking
• A supportive work environment with long-term stability

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn’t just a food company—it’s a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we’re passionate about delivering quality meat and seafood products to consumers around the world.

Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Location

Fethard, County Tipperary

Hours of Work

Full-time

Company

Sofina Foods

Country Code

IE