About us
Origin Valley Pet Nutrition is a growing food manufacturing business based in Co. Meath, supplying high-quality products to retailers and brand partners in Ireland, the UK, Europe & USA. Our site operates to BRCGS Grade AA standards, with a strong focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement.
We're now looking for a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead shift operations at our facility near Athboy.
Salary and location
Salary:
€42,000–€48,000
per annum, depending on experience
Location: Rathcairn, Athboy, Co. Meath. On-site, factory-based role.
About the role
As Production Supervisor, you will:
• Lead a team of production operatives on shift to deliver the daily and weekly production plan.
• Ensure products are manufactured safely, legally and to specification in a BRCGS-certified environment.
• Manage line start-ups, changeovers and shutdowns, minimising downtime and waste.
• Make sure all HACCP, CCP and quality checks are completed and recorded accurately.
• Drive high standards of GMP, hygiene, housekeeping and health & safety on the factory floor.
• Work closely with Planning, Quality and Maintenance to resolve issues quickly and keep lines running smoothly.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects to improve yield, efficiency and right-first-time.
What you'll be doing day-to-day
• Allocating people and machines to lines and updating the team on targets and priorities.
• Monitoring line performance and dealing with issues such as breakdowns, quality deviations or material shortages.
• Coaching and supporting operators, including training on SOPs, CCP checks, hygiene and safe systems of work.
• Completing end-of-shift reports on volumes, downtime, waste and key issues.
• Supporting internal, customer and third-party audits.
What you'll bring
• 3+ years' experience in food manufacturing (or similar high-care FMCG), with at least 2 years in a senior supervisory role.
• Good working knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP, GMP, allergen control and CCP monitoring.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Strong organisational skills – able to plan labour, manage changeovers and juggle shifting priorities.
• A practical, "on the floor" leadership style – visible, supportive and hands-on.
• Confident communication skills and comfort using basic IT/ERP systems.
Nice to have
• HACCP / Food Safety certification (Level 3 or equivalent).
• Experience improving KPIs such as OEE, yield, waste or right-first-time.
• Background in meat, pet food, dairy, bakery or similar.
What we offer
• Salary: €42,000–€48,000, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing, modern BRCGS Grade AA site.
• Supportive, close-knit team culture with direct access to senior management.
• Training and development with genuine scope to progress into more senior operations roles.
• On-site parking and a convenient Co. Meath location within easy reach of Trim, Navan and surrounding areas.
How to apply
Please apply via LinkedIn.