Introduction:
TORPEY
have an exciting opportunity for a senior manufacturing professional to join their team as a
Production Manager
, leading the day-to-day running of our factory operations while driving digital transformation and innovation across our manufacturing systems.
This role blends production management with the integration of CNC, robotics, and IT-driven smart factory practices, ensuring Torpey remains at the cutting edge of sports technology.
The Sport:
TORPEY manufactures premium-quality, sports products that are ingrained in Irish culture. Torpey has a dynamic team that is fast growing.
From a proud hurling heritage, to a
'Lead Never Follow'
innovation philosophy, TORPEY bring high performance and sustainability together, and are committed to their ambition of becoming the No. 1 Sports Innovation brand in Ireland.
What day-to-day Games you'll be playing:
Production:
Oversee all onsite production operations and ensure output meets quality, cost, and delivery targets. Leading daily CNC operations, scheduling, throughput, and resource planning.
Automation:
Identify opportunities to integrate robotics and automation into CNC workflows and oversee commissioning, programming, and optimisation of robotic and automated systems.
Data Capture:
Ensure data-driven decision making through CNC monitoring, AI/analytics, and connected systems.
Process Planning:
Research and implement ERP systems, driving continuous improvement, advancing Lean production systems with a focus on metrics, KPIs, and data.
Leadership:
Line manage and mentor staff, overseeing recruitment, training, and development building a positive workplace culture that reflects Torpey's values of teamwork, craftsmanship, and innovation.
Inventory Management:
Manage raw material, work-in-progress, and finished product stock levels.
Logistics:
Ensure warehousing and dispatch systems run efficiently, accurately, and cost-effectively.
Future Planning:
Collaborate with engineering, R&D in identifying and implementing new technologies and systems to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Our Ideal Candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
Core Skills:
* Excellent Organisational and Time-Management skills
* Strong Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail
* Strong IT skills with ERP, CAD/CAM software, and data analytics
* Strong people management and HR compliance skills
* Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities
* Hands-on approach to driving smart factory initiatives
* Resourcefulness (can turn their hand to anything)
Experience:
* Proven track record in manufacturing/operations management, ideally within CNC or high-tech manufacturing.
* Hands-on experience with CNC machining and programming (SolidWorks or similar).
* Knowledge and experience of robotics integration.
* Experience implementing and improving Lean/continuous improvement systems.
* Third-level qualification in engineering, operations management, business management, manufacturing technology or similar preferred.
* Fluent verbal and written English
Requirements:
Must hold a full valid driving licence and have access to own vehicle. Must hold a valid work permit to legally work in the Republic of Ireland.
TORPEY is an Equal Opportunities Employer.