Operations Manager Opportunity
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join our manufacturing team in Wexford.
This is a full-time permanent position on site, overseeing the daily operations of our healthcare and water business.
The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, business, or management, with 8+ years of operations experience and strong people management and leadership qualities.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the operations of a busy manufacturing plant, including responsibility for manufacturing, facilities, warehousing, purchasing, and health & safety functions.
* Develop and implement the operational business plan, setting KPIs and preparing the annual budget to deliver growth and profit objectives.
* Contribute to and support the Leadership Team in creating an open communication environment, employee development, engagement, and inclusive & respectful leadership.
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in an engineering, business, or management discipline.
* Qualification in Lean continuous improvement methodologies.
* 5 years of industry-related experience in a similar role.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to cultivate long-term relationships.
* Change management and process improvement experience.
* Good analytical skills and ability to evaluate information.
What We Offer
A culture of training and development, addressing the need for role planning and succession management.
An opportunity to drive continuous improvement activities and achieve manufacturing excellence by embedding a lean culture.
A collaborative work environment, building partnerships with other functions, including Sales, Quality, HR, and Finance.