?? Senior Process Optimisation Manager - Manufacturing (Food Industry) ?? Location: Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland ?? Reports to: CEO ?? Sector: Manufacturing | Food Production | Process Engineering ?? Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent ?? Unlock Growth, Drive Efficiency, Lead Change Our client, a leading name in food manufacturing, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Process Optimisation Manager to join their leadership team. This is a pivotal role designed for a hands-on change leader who thrives on improving production performance, eliminating bottlenecks, and designing scalable manufacturing solutions. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will spearhead major strategic initiatives to enhance capacity, ensure compliance, and deliver operational excellence. Key Responsibilities: ?? Process Evaluation & Improvement Identify and document growth barriers and inefficiencies across production lines Create and analyse detailed process maps; develop actionable improvement plans Recommend capital investments based on growth opportunities and constraints ??? Process Design & Development Collaborate with R&D and Engineering teams to design scalable, future-ready manufacturing processes Lead expansion projects, including the development of new facilities ?? Capacity Management & Process Optimisation Analyse and resolve capacity constraints across all production technologies Enhance throughput, reduce waste, and increase production yield Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to maximise plant performance and scheduling ?? Continuous Improvement Leadership Champion a culture of continuous improvement across teams Implement measurable process enhancements that align with company KPIs ?? Project Management Lead end-to-end execution of process improvement and expansion projects Manage budgets, timelines, and cross-functional project teams ?? Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Partner with internal stakeholders across operations, engineering, R&D, and leadership Effectively communicate process changes and strategic updates at all levels ?? Training & CapEx Leadership Support staff training in new systems and technologies Lead capital investment projects, demonstrating strong financial discipline About You: ? 3-5+ years of experience in a senior process engineering or manufacturing operations role (food industry preferred) ? Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies ? Excellent understanding of compliance in food safety, H&S, and environmental regulations ? Experience with digital manufacturing, automation, and data-driven decision-making ? Adept in process mapping, root cause analysis, and project execution ? Proven ability to influence, lead, and challenge stakeholders constructively ? Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills ? Strategic thinker with a proactive, hands-on approach Why Join? Direct impact on company growth and operational transformation High visibility role reporting to the CEO Opportunity to lead the design of new manufacturing infrastructure Fast-paced, progressive environment with strong investment in innovation ?? Interested? If you're ready to step into a high-impact, senior leadership role and make a lasting difference in a rapidly growing manufacturing business, we want to hear from you. Apply today by sending in your cv and I will contact you to discuss this further. CONSULTANT: MANDY DEVLIN You may have searched for project engineer jobs Kildare, project engineer jobs Ireland, Process optimisation jobs Kildare, process optimisation jobs Ireland, CI jobs Kildare, CI jobs Ireland, process engineer jobs Ireland, process engineer job kildare, process engineering jobs ireland, process engineering josbs Kildare Skills: project process engineer