FMCG & Food Production

Hiring in FMCG & Food Production in Ireland? We Connect you with the Best Talent

At Next Generation, we specialise in Food Production and FMCG recruitment, helping companies across food manufacturing, production, and distribution secure the best people for their teams.

The Food Production & FMCG industry in Ireland is growing rapidly, with businesses facing an increasing demand for skilled professionals. As global food supply chains expand and raw material shortages continue, the competition for top talent has never been more intense.

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Our recruitment experience in Food Production & FMCG

With 18 years of recruitment experience in the industry, we partner with businesses of all sizes, from specialist food manufacturers to large-scale FMCG operations, ensuring they find the right talent for key roles.

Our dedicated food and FMCG recruitment consultants bring:

• Deep industry knowledge – We understand the specific skills and expertise needed in food production and FMCG.

• Extensive candidate networks – Access to a wide talent pool across key roles.

• Thorough candidate screening – We interview all candidates to ensure they meet technical, compliance, and cultural fit requirements.

• Long-term client partnerships – Many of our clients have trusted us for years, relying on us to deliver consistent results.

Whether you're a business in search of a particular skillset within the Food Industry or you are someone looking for a job, we can help you.

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Jobs in FMCG and Food Production

Typical Roles We Recruit For:

• Quality & Technical (QA, QC, Compliance, Food Safety)

• NPD & R&D (Product Development, Innovation, Food Science)

• Production & Operations (Supervisors, Managers, General Managers)

• Supply Chain & Procurement (Planning, Purchasing, Logistics)

• Engineering (Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Automation)

If you need to hire for any of these areas, we can help you find top candidates quickly and efficiently.

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Why partner with Next Generation for your FMCG & Food Production needs?

We are the right partner for your recruitment needs:

• Specialist Industry Knowledge – Our team has worked in Food Production & FMCG recruitment for nearly two decades, giving us a deep understanding of the market and talent landscape.

• Faster, More Effective Hiring – We pre-screen all candidates to ensure they have the right qualifications, experience, and cultural fit before reaching your desk.

• Access to Passive Talent – Many of the best professionals in food and FMCG aren’t actively job-seeking. We leverage our network to engage and attract top-tier candidates.

• Proven Track Record – We have successfully placed candidates with leading Irish food and FMCG brands, including household names such as Kepak, Lily O’Brien’s, KDP, O’Brien Fine Foods, The Queally Group and C&D Foods

• Tailored Recruitment Solutions – Whether you need a permanent hire, contract placement, or executive search, we offer customised recruitment strategies that align with your business needs.

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Looking to Hire in FMCG and Food Production? Let’s Talk.

If you're struggling to find high-quality candidates in FMCG or Food Production, we’re here to help.

• Fill out our ‘Work With Us’ form or call us today to discuss your hiring needs.

• Want to stay ahead of industry trends? Read our latest Food & FMCG insights on our blog.

• Searching for a new job in Food & FMCG? View our latest job openings here.

We have a proven track record of helping candidates and companies connect with talent and job opportunities by offering competitive business services across contingent, interim, and executive search covering all Food Production & FMCG industry job functions.

Next Generation is a specialist recruitment agency based in Dublin and Cork that works with companies across Ireland, so whether you are looking to take the next step in your career or find the best talent for your company, we can help you reach your goals. Get in touch with us today.

For candidates interested in excellent careers in the FMCG and Food Production sector please explore the current roles that are listed below or Register Today and we can stay in touch about future opportunities.