Site Manufacturing Manager - North Dublin
Ref No: AM18461
County Dublin, Republic of Ireland
Our client seeks a dynamic, driven, and passionate Site Manufacturing Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the daily operations of the site, overseeing 450 direct and indirect reports, including 5 Business Area Managers, and 8 finished goods production lines in a 24/7 environment.
* Develop and implement the manufacturing strategy for embracing new technologies, improving processes, and enhancing manufacturing capability, balancing operational efficiency with a commitment to safety and quality.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Project Teams, and R&D to implement and deliver strategic and annual operating plans.
* Partner with other functional leaders to ensure effective governance, compliance, and cost management across the plant.
* Drive the site’s performance against key KPIs: Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability, and Employee Engagement.
* Foster a culture of continuous improvement by integrating Lean Six Sigma practices and driving a zero-loss mindset across the site.
* Coach and mentor a high-performing, multi-functional team, creating an environment where individuals feel empowered, engaged, and developed.
* Contribute to Employee and Unions relations on site, building effective and progressive relationships and agendas.
* Manage the performance of the manufacturing team, aligning on objectives, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
* Leverage your expertise in data analysis and process optimisation to identify and drive operational improvements, ensuring a competitive advantage.
Candidate Requirements
* A high degree of motivation, strategic vision, and the ability to manage people and processes at the highest level.
* A proven track record in leading manufacturing performance in a fast-moving, high-volume FMCG environment with success at both the Front Line and Manufacturing Manager level.
* People Leadership: Exceptional management and coaching skills, experience managing diverse teams, and fostering collaboration. Experience in a unionised environment is a plus.
* Continuous Improvement: Deep knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, TPM, 5S, and operational excellence tools, with a passion for driving change and team development.
* Data-Driven Decision Making: Strong analytical skills, capable of interpreting complex data to drive improvements.
* Business Acumen: Understanding of manufacturing costs, financial planning, and project management to drive performance and manage costs.
* Communication and Influence: Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and manage cross-functional relationships.
You will have the opportunity to influence the strategic direction of a world-class manufacturing site and drive tangible results.
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