Position: Boning Hall Team Lead / PORTUGUESE & ENGLISH SPEAKER
Location: Ireland
Hours: 40-45 hours per week (start between 7:00-8:00am, finish between 16:30-17:30 depending on production)
Salary: From €40,000 per year, based on a 40-45 hour week)

Role Overview
Ballon Meats is seeking an experienced and motivated Boning Hall Team Lead to oversee operations on our beef and sheep boning lines. The ideal candidate will be proficient in processing beef and sheep carcasses, committed to maintaining the highest hygiene and safety standards, and capable of leading and developing a team of 30 staff.
This is a hands-on leadership role, working closely with the Line Supervisor to ensure smooth daily operations. The successful candidate will also be trained in our Slaughter line to progress into a Team Leader role there, offering genuine career development within the business.

Key Responsibilities

•   Operate confidently in all beef and sheep boning line positions.
•   Process beef and sheep carcasses to required standards.
•   Train and mentor new and existing staff to achieve required skill levels.
•   Provide cover for the Line Supervisor when required.
•   Support the Line Supervisor in managing and developing staff.
•   Ensure strict compliance with hygiene, Health & Safety, and HACCP processes.
•   Lead by example on the production floor, driving efficiency, quality, and teamwork.
•   Motivate and guide staff to meet daily production targets.
•   Assist in workforce planning, shift organisation, and staff welfare during operations.

Requirements

•   Proven experience in processing beef and sheep carcasses.
•   Strong knowledge of hygiene, Health & Safety, and HACCP requirements.
•   Language skills: Good English plus a strong level of Brazilian Portuguese (essential).
•   Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a production environment.
•   Ability to coach, train, and motivate staff effectively.
•   Flexible and dependable, with the ability to adapt to changing production needs.

What We Offer

•   A permanent, full-time role with a competitive salary.
•   Annual earnings of €45,000-€50,000 (based on a 40-45 hour week).
•   Training in our Slaughter hall with the opportunity to become a Team Leader there.
•   A supportive and growing business with opportunities for long-term career progression.
•   The chance to lead, develop, and make a real impact in a skilled production team.