Senior Manager - Production 100-110k

Location: Galway
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, On-Site

Are you a dynamic leader ready to drive operational excellence in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment? Join a global leader in the medical device industry, where innovation and quality are at the heart of everything they do. We're seeking an experienced Production Leader to lead a critical manufacturing operation.

As the Senior Manager, you will take full responsibility for people, quality, customer service, and cost performance within a high-profile production unit. You'll play a key role in aligning strategic goals, fostering a high-performance culture, and driving continuous improvement in line with company values and behavioural standards.

• Develop and implement the strategic plan for the Production Unit in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and other cross-functional partners.
• Lead and support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and cost performance.
• Partner with Finance, HR, Quality, and Production Planning to optimize departmental performance and foster strong employee engagement and communication.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to meet production demands while cultivating cross-functional relationships.
• Coach and develop direct reports and wider teams, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and lifelong learning.
• Oversee and manage department budgets and operational costs to meet business objectives.
• Lead efforts to achieve customer service targets and optimal inventory levels while maintaining high quality and regulatory compliance.
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation across all levels of the department.
• Cultivate a risk-aware culture, proactively addressing potential issues that could impact production or product quality.
• Ensure regulatory, GMP, and environmental compliance, working closely with EHS to manage environmental impacts.
• Drive operational excellence and functional excellence initiatives to deliver high-quality outcomes.

• Strong leadership and people development skills with a focus on coaching, relationship-building, and communication.
• Expertise in Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, and systems thinking.
• Skilled in change management, particularly in cultural transformation.
• High level of organizational awareness and business acumen.
• Proficiency in manufacturing line layout and flow design.
• Strong project management and strategic thinking abilities.
• Knowledge of supply chain management, capacity planning, and financial management.

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 8-10+ years of experience in an operations/manufacturing environment, ideally in the medical device or highly regulated industry e.g. automotive, pharmaceutical etc.
• 5+ years of leadership experience, with a proven ability to lead teams and deliver results in complex environments.

• Be part of a global organization impacting millions of lives through innovation in healthcare.
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking culture that values personal and professional growth.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives in a critical part of the global supply chain.

Ready to lead a high-performing team in one of the most exciting sectors in manufacturing? Apply now and help shape the future of healthcare.