Your new companyYou'll be joining a rapidly growing manufacturing business in South Armagh that is transforming the crushing and screening industry through innovative, fully electric, environmentally focused equipment. The organisation has built a strong reputation for engineering excellence, sustainable thinking and forward looking product development. With continued investment, new product advancements and an expanding customer base across quarrying and recycling sectors, this is a company with a genuinely positive trajectory. Employees enjoy a supportive culture, regular team events and the chance to be part of a business making a real impact on both industry standards and environmental outcomes.Your new roleAs Production Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading the final assembly operations for a range of high performance machinery. You will oversee production teams on the factory floor, ensuring output meets strict quality requirements and ambitious dispatch schedules. Working closely with senior management, you will help drive the implementation of a new MRP system and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workflow, safety and operational efficiency. The role also involves close collaboration with the design office on engineering changes, as well as responsibility for staff development, recruitment, performance management and daily production coordination. This is a hands on, people focused leadership position where your influence will directly shape production performance and ongoing organisational growth.What you'll need to succeedTo excel in this role, you will bring proven experience in manufacturing or production management, ideally from an engineering or heavy-equipment background. Previous experience with crushing or screening operations is essential due to the specialist nature of the products. You will be confident leading teams, driving standards and promoting a lean, safety first culture. Strong communication skills, a practical mindset, and the ability to analyse and improve processes will be key. Experience with MRP/ERP systems, either implementing or operating them will be highly advantageous. Flexibility, accountability and a proactive approach to problem solving will help you thrive in this fast moving environment.What you'll get in returnYou will join a company offering long term stability, genuine progression opportunities and the chance to influence future production systems and culture. Alongside a competitive salary and performance related bonus scheme, you will benefit from an early finish every Friday, professional development opportunities, and regular team bonding events. The site is conveniently positioned for candidates travelling from Newry, Dundalk, Castleblayney and the wider South Armagh area. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company experiencing strong growth while working with cutting edge, eco‑focused technology.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be