Operations Area Leader – Frozen Packing

Company: Pilgrims Europe
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Location: Dungannon
Job Description:

The Vacancy

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and driven Operations Area Leader to join our Frozen Packing department .Reporting to the Operations Team Lead, you will be responsible for managing production activities, leading teams, achieving production targets, and ensuring the highest standards of quality, food safety, and health & safety are maintained.

Location: DungannonShift: Team B, 6:00am – 6:00pm (Rotating Shift Pattern)Contract: Permanent Opportunity

Key Responsibilities.

  • Lead and organise production operations to achieve packing plans and targets.
  • Manage labour allocation and break schedules to maximise efficiency.
  • Monitor line performance and drive continuous improvement.
  • Ensure quality, hygiene, and food safety standards are maintained.
  • Train and develop team members to meet operational requirements.
  • Communicate effectively with production teams and management.
  • Complete KPI reporting and lead daily performance meetings.
  • Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture.

What We’re Looking For

  • Good level of English and numeracy skills.
  • Strong organisational and communication skills.
  • Minimum 12 months’ experience within food manufacturing.
  • Computer literate.
  • Leadership qualities and the ability to motivate teams.
  • Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive hourly rate.
  • Permanent career opportunity.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Be part of a leading food manufacturing business.

Agnieszka –

Our Story

Pilgrim’s Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.

Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.

Across Pilgrim’s Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim’s Europe team are based in our Pilgrim’s UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim’s Food Masters and Pilgrim’s Shared Services businesses.

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Posted: October 22nd, 2026