Job Opportunity: Production Manager – Food Manufacturing
Location: Co. Wicklow
Employment Type: Full-time | Monday–Friday (some weekend work on a rotational basis)
Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience
Additional Benefits: Annual bonus, pension contribution
A well-established food production company in Co. Wicklow is seeking a hands-on, people-focused Production Manager to oversee daily operations in a busy packhouse environment.
This is a leadership role that will require a proactive and organised individual with experience in food manufacturing. You will be responsible for driving operational efficiency, maintaining high standards of hygiene and quality, and motivating a team to deliver strong results in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage a team of 20–25 production staff, including line leaders
* Drive productivity and performance across all areas of production
* Monitor and reduce waste through process improvement and training
* Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
* Control overtime, manage production costs, and optimise stock use
* Oversee daily and weekly production planning and ensure KPIs are met
* Liaise with the warehouse and planning teams to streamline processes
* Support audit preparation and quality system adherence
* Maintain all required production and performance documentation
* Champion a positive working culture and team development
Candidate Requirements:
* Minimum of 2 years in a food production supervisory/management role
* Strong leadership and people management skills
* Proven ability to manage in a fast-moving environment
* Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities
* Knowledge of quality systems, food safety, and health & safety protocols
* Comfortable with administrative tasks, reporting, and KPI tracking
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