Production Manager

About the role

The Production Manager will lead day‑to‑day manufacturing operations in a regulated environment, ensuring that output, quality, safety and delivery targets are consistently met. Reporting to the Operations Director, the role combines operational ownership with a strong focus on continuous improvement and team development.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily production activities to achieve output, quality and delivery goals.
• Optimize utilisation of labour, materials and equipment.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality and regulatory compliance.
• Coach, develop and engage production teams to drive high performance.
• Oversee workforce planning, scheduling and performance management.
• Act as a change agent, leading operational and organisational improvement initiatives.
• Drive Lean, Six Sigma and process optimisation projects to increase efficiency.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Production or Manufacturing Manager in a regulated environment.
• Strong leadership and people‑management capabilities.
• Track record of leading change initiatives and delivering operational improvements.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma or other continuous‑improvement methodologies.
• Relevant third‑level qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations or a related field.
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, food or similar regulated manufacturing is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Lean
• Six Sigma