Production Supervisor Job Description
Lir Chocolates is a leading provider of premium chocolates to prominent retailers globally. Our mission revolves around creativity, meticulous attention to detail, and a relentless pursuit of innovation.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to join our team in Navan, County Meath. The ideal candidate will have proven supervisory experience in a food manufacturing environment and possess strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supervise production teams to meet daily targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).
* Ensure compliance with quality, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support lean manufacturing practices.
* Coordinate shift handovers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
* Monitor and report on performance, training needs, and resource allocation.
Requirements:
To be successful as a Production Supervisor, you will need:
* Proven supervisory experience in a food manufacturing environment.
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
* Ability to work flexibly across shifts and support operational demands.
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and team development.
Benefits:
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
* A competitive hourly rate.
* Paid breaks.
* Annual leave: 24 days, increasing to 25 with service, plus public holidays.
* Company pension and death in service benefit.
* 12 weeks paid maternity leave after one year of service.
* Training and development opportunities, including leadership courses.
* Diversity and inclusion initiatives and one paid volunteering day per year.
About Us:
At Lir Chocolates, we stand for innovation, quality, and excellence. We are dedicated to the art and enchantment of crafting hand-finished and hand-decorated chocolates based on both traditional recipes and gloriously unfamiliar new combinations.