Production Manager
Production Manager
We are hiring a Production Manager on behalf of one of our clients in the food manufacturing industry, based in Naas, Co. Kildare. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production leader to take ownership of operations and drive high performance in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.
Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you’ll be responsible for leading and coordinating all production and maintenance activities, ensuring production schedules are met, resources are optimised and output aligns with strict food safety and quality standards.
You will lead a team of 3, ensuring operational excellence, team development and continuous improvement initiatives are delivered successfully.
What’s in it for you?
Salary: €55,000 per annumHours: Fixed evening shift (16:00 – 00:30), 5 days over 7
Leave: 20 days annual leave
Naas, Co.KildareEvening Shift - 16:00 – 00:30. 5 days over 7
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all day-to-day production operations to deliver on weekly plans and customer demandManage, motivate and develop your team through clear communication, training and performance management
Monitor KPIs and drive improvement initiatives to optimise production output and reduce downtime
Proactively identify production risks and implement contingency plans
Construct effective work rosters and ensure adequate staff cover for planned/unplanned absences
Ensure full compliance with BRC and customer food safety standards, including audit readiness
Liaise with supply chain, maintenance, hygiene and technical departments to resolve cross-functional issues
Oversee recruitment, onboarding and skills development within the production team
Drive a strong culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement
Support and collaborate on hygiene standards, environmental compliance and waste management
Represent production during external audits and customer visits
Manage third-party service providers and equipment suppliers as needed
Qualifications & Experience:
3+ years’ experience in a production management role, ideally within a food manufacturing environmentProven track record of team leadership, people management and operational delivery
Bachelor’s degree in food science, Food Technology, Engineering or a related discipline preferred
Excellent knowledge of food safety standards (BRC or equivalent)
Strong communication, planning and organisational skills
Ability to work cross-functionally with technical, maintenance and hygiene departments
Experience in continuous improvement, lean initiatives and root cause analysis
Solid computer literacy including MS Office and familiarity with manufacturing software
Analytical mindset with good reasoning and decision-making skills
Flexible and hands-on approach with the ability to work evenings and occasional weekends as needed
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Nicole Sinnott or email your cv to Nicole to nicole.sinnott@osborne.ieIf 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 provided
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If 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.
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