Production Manager - Injection Moulding (Medical Devices) - Longford, Ireland - €90k
Production Manager – Moulding Operations
Salary:
€90,000 per annum
Location:
Longford, Ireland
Industry:
Injection Moulding – Medical Device Manufacturing
On Site 5 Days Per Week
About the Organisation
A global leader in high-quality manufacturing, supplying precision-engineered products to the medical device industry. With a focus on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement, the company delivers solutions that meet the highest standards of safety and performance.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced
Production Manager
to oversee all moulding operations within a high-volume, ISO 13485-compliant medical device manufacturing facility. This is a senior leadership role responsible for setting performance standards, monitoring operational efficiency, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional quality products on time, every time.
You will lead a team of production professionals, work cross-functionally with other departments, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage all moulding operations, ensuring production goals, safety, and quality standards are met.
* Set performance targets, track results, and analyse production data to identify improvements.
* Manage resources, labour allocation, and manpower planning to maximise efficiency.
* Monitor downtime, waste, and non-conformances; implement corrective actions.
* Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Ensure compliance with ISO 13485, GMP, and ISO 14001 standards.
* Maintain a safe and audit-ready work environment.
* Oversee quality specifications for all active products.
* Manage and develop team performance through coaching, training, and evaluations.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements and enhance satisfaction.
* Review and approve accident reports, preventative maintenance records, and inventory accuracy.
* Champion a culture of safety, innovation, and operational excellence.
Requirements
* Experience:
in injection moulding within a medical device manufacturing environment; proven experience in high-volume production leadership.
* Skills:
Strong leadership, problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills; ability to analyse performance data and present actionable insights.
* Mindset:
Results-driven, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement.
* Education:
BSc in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and related methodologies.
* Working knowledge of IQMS preferred (training available).
Benefits
* Competitive salary (€90,000)
* Health care, pension scheme, and Shared Value Plan
* Onsite parking, bike-to-work scheme
* Annual leave increasing with length of service
* Relocation assistance
If this is of interest please apply on LinkedIn or email