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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