Packaging Supervisor

Location: On site / Bray, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: FMCG Production
Salary: Competitive salary

Packaging Supervisor - Avoca Central Bakery & Kitchen Bray

Avoca operates in 13 locations across the country. After all this time, the ethos of Avoca remains the same. We cherish our time-honoured traditions, which have been lovingly passed down through several generations. Our skills might be steeped in a long and rich tradition, but our attitude is to look to the future. We are now heralded as one of Ireland's most exciting retail stores, with a host of award-winning cafes, restaurants and food markets crammed with artisanal ingredients from near and far.

Job Summary:

The Packaging Supervisor will be responsible for the day-to-day function of the CBK packaging activity. This role is a highly focused on food packaging supervision. A Food Packaging Supervisor ensures the efficient, safe, and compliant operation of packaging lines, managing staff, quality, and production schedules. Key responsibilities include overseeing daily packing, adhering to HACCP and GMP standards, maintaining hygiene, minimizing waste, training personnel, meeting production targets, ensuring accurate documentation, and fostering a continuous improvement environment. Generally requiring 1-3+ years of leadership experience in a food production setting. Require working efficiently in fast-paced, between ambient and chilled environments.

Please note that Avoca does not provide visa, employment permit or work permit sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, train, and develop packaging staff, fostering high performance and adhering to health and safety (H&S) policies.
• Efficiently pack, seal, and label food products, often at high speeds.
• Execute production plans, ensure optimal department & equipment efficiency, and meet tight, high-volume deadlines.
• Ensure strict adherence to Food Safety, Hygiene, and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations, ensuring all products meet quality specifications.
• Establish processes and controls for assigned inventories, including FIFO, shelf-life management.
• Inspect products for quality, ensuring they meet standards before, during, and after packing, including detecting and logging defective items.
• Maintain high-level food safety, GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), and hygiene standards.
• Mentor and supervise staff, ensuring compliance with safety procedures (PPE) and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Supervise, training new operatives, and ensuring the team hits daily output targets.
• Drive improvements in production, packing, and train new operatives.
• Maintain accurate, detailed records of production, packaging, and quality checks.
• Investigate quality incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Resolve technical or operational issues on the floor promptly.
• Ensure staff are aware of all Health and Safety regulations including.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a food production or manufacturing packaging environment, preferably in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, BRC), and machinery operation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in computer systems for reporting (e.g., MS Office).
• Attention to Detail.Ability to spot quality issues and follow exact specifications.
• Experience with automated packaging machinery.
• Strong understanding of HACCP, food hygiene, and health & safety standards.
• Food Safety/HACCP Certification.
• High attention to detail, ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and strong, clear communication skills.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• A confident and analytical mind-set.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible in their approach to their contribution.
• Committed to continuous personal development.
• Ability to motivate, persuade, and influence the team.
• Well organised individual with strong time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines.

Monday to Saturday

2pm - 11pm shift