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Plant Director – Senior Manufacturing Leader (Dublin)
Elevation Recruitment Group · Dublin
Job description
About the role
This is a high‑visibility Plant Director position for a major international manufacturing business operating 24/7 in Dublin. The role combines strategic leadership with a strong on‑site presence, driving performance through people, culture and operational excellence.
Key responsibilities
- Lead all manufacturing operations, engineering, supply chain, quality, safety, continuous improvement and customer service functions.
- Develop and coach senior leadership teams, fostering succession planning and talent development.
- Improve operational reliability, consistency and accountability across the site.
- Embed a performance‑driven culture that balances commercial objectives with employee engagement.
- Align operational and commercial functions to support sustainable long‑term growth.
Required profile
- Proven experience as a Plant Director, Manufacturing Director, Site Director or senior operational leader.
- Leadership style that leads from the front, builds trust, coaches teams and creates clear direction.
- Ability to operate credibly on the shop floor and at senior executive level.
- Experience in FMCG, aerospace, automotive, engineering, electronics, process or high‑volume manufacturing is valued.
Required skills
What we offer
- Base salary of £120,000 per annum
- Performance‑linked bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package
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Elevation Recruitment Group
Dublin