Production ManagerMayo- Based onsiteFull Time- permanent positionAbout the Role:An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Production Manager to lead the scale-up and day-to-day management of production operations, ideally looking for a candidate coming from or within a highly regulated life sciences or Contract Research Organization (CRO) environment. This senior-level position plays a critical role in supporting the delivery of high-quality products and services globally.Key Responsibilities:Drive the expansion of production operations to support ambitious growth.Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing operations team in a science-led, regulated environment.Ensure all production activities comply with relevant industry regulations.Manage the end-to-end production and delivery of products—on time, within budget, and to exacting client standards.Achieve and maintain excellence across quality, cost, and operational efficiency, while safeguarding hygiene standards.Provide strategic operational input to the broader business plan, including readiness for international expansion and CRO collaborations.Support financial planning, budgeting, and grant application activities.Represent the organisation at international conferences, client engagements, and industry events.Candidate Profile:Minimum of 5 years' experience in operational leadership roles within life sciences, biopharma, or CRO environments.Educated to degree level in science, engineering, or business-related disciplines.Proven ability to oversee full operational scope—from production floor management to strategic reporting at executive level.Strong leadership capabilities in organisational development, team building, and stakeholder management.Deep knowledge of regulated production environments, with a focus on compliance and continuous improvement.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Commercially astute, with the ability to align operational execution with business objectives.Experience in a life science or CRO setting is highly advantageous.What's on Offer?This is a senior commercial and operational role offering a highly competitive remuneration package. It is an opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation at a pivotal time of growth and innovation.For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Emma Wilde or email your cv to If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link providedPlease submit your updated CV in Word FormatIf you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit for more information on all of our roles.#INDOSB1#INDEWILDE