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Production Manager

The Job:

We are currently working alongside a leading manufacturer based in Longford who specialise in solutions for consumer goods, healthcare and industrial markets. They are now seeking to hire a Production Manager who will oversee the manufacturing operations.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Safety and Environment: Adhere to and enforce all safety procedures and policies. Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
  • Customer Satisfaction: Ensure all customer requirements are met.
  • Performance Monitoring: Establish and monitor plant performance by setting goals and reviewing tracking metrics.
  • Team Management: Define, communicate, and ensure duties are met by direct reports.
  • Performance Evaluations: Review and approve all performance evaluations.
  • Accident Investigation: Review and investigate all accident reports.
  • Compliance Verification: Verify compliance with all PM Management activities through our Maximo system.
  • Inventory Management: Track, monitor, and verify the accuracy of RM, WIP, and FG inventories.
  • Employee Relations: Ensure fair and consistent treatment of all employees by upholding policies and procedures.
  • Quality Systems: Implement and uphold The Quality System ISO 13485, ensuring GMP compliance, product quality, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards ISO 14001.
  • Technical and Operational Enhancements: Drive technical and operational enhancements.
  • Facility Management: Manage the performance of our production facility, including resourcing, manpower, and efficiency.
  • Production Data Monitoring: Monitor production data (e.g., downtime, waste, non-conformances) and implement solutions.
  • Safety and Innovation Culture: Drive a culture of safety and innovation, ensuring our facility is audit-ready every day.
  • Cross-Functional Liaison: Liaise with cross-functional teams to maintain and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Process Improvement: Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity.
  • Performance Management: Lead and manage the performance of direct reports. Proactively participate in the Performance Management process to ensure the delivery of team objectives.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing facility and general manufacturing operations in a high-volume production role.
  • BSc in Engineering or a related technical discipline. A third-level qualification is desirable but not essential.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication abilities.
  • Proficient in analyzing performance data and presenting actionable insights.
  • Capable of collaborating effectively across all levels of the business
  • Results-driven with a strong focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
  • Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles and techniques.

For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Eoghan Dalton

eoghan.dalton@collinsmcnicholas.ie

0906478108