At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse factory performance and provide insights for operational improvements.
- Company: Join Pilgrim's Europe, a leading food manufacturer with iconic brands.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, wellbeing support, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by turning data into actionable insights in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Craigavon
Department: Operations
Reporting to: Factory Manager
Working Hours - Monday to Friday - 06:00 - 14:00
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Analyst to join our Operations team in Craigavon. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate completion of daily and weekly factory performance analysis, alongside associated cost reporting and trend analysis. Working closely with operational teams, you will provide valuable insights that support performance improvements, cost control, and informed decision-making across the site. As part of the Pilgrim's Europe way of working, this is an office-based role, allowing for close collaboration with operational, finance, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete daily and weekly factory performance reporting, including yield, waste, giveaway, and other key operational metrics.
- Produce and maintain performance graphs, dashboards, and visual management tools.
- Work closely with departmental managers to monitor and analyse overhead expenditure.
- Support investigations into production variances and costs, helping identify root causes and corrective actions.
- Assist operational teams in identifying trends and opportunities for performance improvement.
- Support the reporting and development of Operational Excellence (OPEX) dashboards.
- Support people reporting requirements to ensure payroll accuracy.
- Ensure all reporting is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
- Comply with all company policies, procedures, and any other reasonable duties as required.
About You
We're looking for a highly analytical individual with strong attention to detail and a passion for turning data into meaningful business insights.
Essential Skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to interrogate and interpret large volumes of data.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present data clearly and concisely.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Desirable Skills
- Previous experience in data management, reporting, or statistical analysis.
- Experience developing dashboards and visual performance reporting tools.
- Manufacturing or FMCG experience.
Why Join Pilgrim's Europe?
At Pilgrim's Europe, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to develop and grow within a leading food manufacturing business. Our benefits include:
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to develop your career within a global organisation
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Employee benefits and discount platform
- Wellbeing support programmes
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
- The opportunity to contribute to a business focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement
Our Values
Our values are at the heart of everything we do: Availability, Humility, Discipline, Sincerity, Ownership, Determination, Simplicity.
If you have a keen eye for detail, enjoy working with data, and want to play a key role in driving operational performance, we'd love to hear from you.
Production Analyst in Craigavon employer: Pilgrims Europe
At Pilgrim's Europe, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work culture that prioritises food safety and quality excellence. Our team in Attleborough benefits from continuous professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and a commitment to innovation in food safety practices, making it a rewarding place to grow your career.
