Senior Manager Production Operations

Job title:

Senior Manager Production Operations

Company:

Hero Recruitment

Job description

Senior Manager, Production Operations (Value Stream) Permanent Position – ClareWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager, Production Operations (Value Stream) to join our team in Clare on a permanent basis.In this role, you will:

• Lead the manufacturing team and collaborate with support functions to drive daily value stream activities, ensuring smooth product flow from raw material intake to finished goods shipping.

• Develop, maintain, and report on key performance indicators (+QDIP) for the value stream and associated departments.

• Create and manage staffing plans and optimize equipment utilization to meet production schedules.

• Ensure all operations comply with GMP standards, Quality System Regulations, and EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) requirements.

• Recruit, train, and retain manufacturing talent, support team development through performance appraisals, and manage individual development plans.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to support the introduction of new products and processes and contribute to cross-site initiatives.

• Oversee and manage budgets and costs related to the value stream and manufacturing operations.

• Lead and participate in continuous improvement events, driving daily management through lean methodologies and standard work practices.

• Contribute to operational projects, leveraging technical knowledge and structured problem-solving approaches.

• Identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions to improve performance metrics and meet quality system standards.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 14+ years of experience OR Master’s Degree with 7+ years of experience (including 4+ years in people management).

• Solid understanding of Quality Systems with experience in external and internal audit environments.

• Experience in Lean/Six Sigma methodologies; Kaizen leadership and strong problem-solving capabilities are highly desirable.

• Proven leadership skills with a track record of building team culture, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and driving results.

• Effective communication skills with the ability to clearly present information, engage with diverse perspectives, and influence outcomes.

• Demonstrated success in leading teams to achieve and exceed performance metrics at both department and site levels.

Ready to take the next step? Be part of aThis is an excellent opportunity to join a team that is shaping the future of science and technology through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Together, we’re solving complex challenges and driving real-world impact.For further information on this Senior Production Operations Manager role in Clare please contact Caroline Kingston on +353 868395531 or email caroline@hero.ie Check out all our open jobs on our HERO Recruitment website – https://www.hero.ie/.Please Note: Under its obligation under the Data Protection legislation, HERO Recruitment will not forward your details to any company without your prior approval. Data can only be transferred outside of the EEA based on standards contractual clauses, to a country for whom an adequacy decision has been given by the European Commission or where the express permission of the data subject has been given. You have supplied us with your personal data in the process of applying for a position. Our client company may have personnel outside of the EEA who will review your data. We will apply the appropriate criteria in respect of the data transfer depending on the location of those personnel.

Expected salary

Location

Limerick

Job date

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 22:07:59 GMT

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