Smart Electronics Ltd is a dynamic and growing electronics manufacturing company based in Shannon, Ireland, serving high-reliability sectors such as medical, agritech, and industrial instrumentation. We are now seeking an experienced and hands-on Production Manager to lead and optimise our electronic assembly operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead daily operations of the PCB assembly, box build, and test production lines
* Manage production schedules to ensure on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and quality targets
* Supervise, train, and motivate a cross-functional team of operators, technicians, and supervisors
* Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support NPI and ongoing production
* Analyse production data (OEE, yields, throughput) and drive continuous improvement
* Ensure strict adherence to ISO 13485, IPC-A-610, and other regulatory/industry standards
* Report on KPIs and actively participate in audits, customer visits, and management reviews
Key Requirements:
* 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing, preferably in a regulated environment
* Proven leadership experience in a supervisory or managerial role
* Familiar with quality systems such as ISO 9001 / ISO 13485, and Lean/6S principles
* Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems (e.g. EFACS, SAP, NetSuite, or similar)
* Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, low-to-medium volume, high-mix production environment
Why Join Us?
At Smart Electronics Ltd, you'll be part of a growing team that values innovation, reliability, and craftsmanship. We offer:
* Career progression in a scaling, Irish-owned business
* A collaborative culture focused on excellence and continuous improvement
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Profit sharing
* Sick pay
Experience:
* Production Management: 3 years (preferred)
* ERP systems: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person