General Operative | Kilkenny

Summary

Join a Skilled Team at the Heart of Quality Food Production

The Role

Sofina Foods EU is looking for motivated and reliable General Operatives to join our production team at the Callan site. Working on the afternoon shift, you’ll play a key role in producing high-quality pork and bacon products to the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and quality.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing team in a well-established facility. Full onsite training will be provided, helping you build the skills needed to succeed and grow within a fast-paced food production environment.

Pay: €13.60 / hour

Your Key Responsibilities

As a General Operative, you will:

• Work across various production lines, adapting to different speeds and levels of complexity
• Operate machinery safely and in line with all food safety and health & safety protocols
• Follow the daily production plan, supporting with line set-up and material checks
• Perform all required hygiene, safety, and pre-start checks to maintain a safe and compliant working environment
• Ensure consistent product quality and accurate completion of production tasks
• Collaborate with your team to meet production goals and uphold site standards
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness and organisation in your work area
• Take a proactive approach to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

The Ideal Candidate

• Be comfortable working in a chilled environment for extended periods
• Be able to stand for over 4 hours and move around the production floor unaided
• Have a strong work ethic and a commitment to learning – full training will be provided

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive pay rates
• Full training and development provided
• Career progression opportunities within a growing business
• Supportive team environment focused on safety and success

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn’t just a food company—it’s a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we’re passionate about delivering quality meat and seafood products to consumers around the world.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.