September 12, 2024

Finnebrogue

Downpatrick

OTHER

Vegetarian Hygiene Operative (Dayshift)

Be part of something big

We look at what is wrong with food to figure out how to make it the best it can be, without being bound by the way it has always been done. This kind of innovative thinking has led Finnebrogue to multiple awards, nationwide acclaim and has established us as a leading food producer. In 2024, we were 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. With four sites in Downpatrick, County Down, our business continues to grow rapidly, with turnover growing from £50M to £200M in the past 6 years. Join us at Finnebrogue, where innovation meets excellence, and every team member is valued and empowered to grow.

Shift Pattern

There are multiple shifts available within the hygiene team. At your interview we can discuss availability. These shifts are:

Vegetarian Factory Dayshift – 4 out of 7days, 6am-6pm

Please note there are two shift patterns for this role and the days are pre-set, depending on which team is hiring.

The Role

Located in the award-winning Vegetarian Factory, Finnebrogue Artisan is a market leader and supplies a host of UK retailers including Marks and Spencer, Asda, Waitrose, and Aldi.

In this role you will be responsible for working within the hygiene team to ensure we meet our audit ready standards at all times. You will play a vital role in ensuring the factories are clean and continuous production is achieved.

What it takes

You do not need experience as full training will be provided, we look for a can – do attitude and the ability to work well as part of a team.

Benefits
Working within one of our state-of-the-art premises you will enjoy a range of benefits including the ability to relax during your break in a restaurant standard canteen with all meals subsidised. We even offer free breakfast and lunch options. You will enjoy free onsite car parking and electric charging points. You will be entitled to free products weekly (Up to 5 free products per person) through our award winning “Shack Initiative.” We have a packed calendar of wellbeing, social and sport events.

After you have settled into the Finnebrogue family your perks will only increase including a Healthcare plan, cycle to work scheme, new electric car scheme and we won’t forget the days that are important to you, you will receive your birthday as a holiday day! Our list of benefits continues to grow, and you don’t have to just take our word for it. We have been awarded Irish News and Grocer Gold Employer of the Year as testimony to the exciting culture and benefits we offer.

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