Due to rapid business growth and increasing sales demand, my client, a leading Irish manufacturer of premium pet nutrition products supplying major retail partners across Ireland, Europe, and the USA, is seeking a high-calibre Production Manager. This pivotal role is responsible for delivering the daily production plan safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities: Operational Excellence: Execute the daily production plan to ensure service levels and schedule adherence are consistently met. Performance Leadership: Own production KPIsincluding Yield, OEE, Waste, and Throughputand drive continuous improvement initiatives. EHS & Compliance: Lead on-floor EHS execution, conducting risk assessments and safety audits to maintain a best-in-class safety culture. Engineering Liaison: Collaborate with Maintenance to maximise equipment uptime and manage robust preventive maintenance schedules. People Management: Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing production team, fostering engagement and operational excellence. The Ideal Candidate: Experience: 37+ years in Production or Senior Shift Management within a food manufacturing environment. Compliance: Demonstrated success in highly structured, audited settings (e.g., BRCGS). Skills: Strong operational execution in labour planning and downtime reduction, with a proactive and visible leadership style. Education: Degree or Diploma in Food Science, Engineering, or Manufacturing preferred. Transport: Due to location of the site, access to a car and a full driving license would be a requirement. If interested in learning more please reach out to