Operations Manager – Manufacturing & Production
Location: Dublin (South), Ireland
Highly Competitive Salary + Benefits
Onsite - 5 Day Per Week
Are you an experienced Operations Manager with a strong background in manufacturing and production ? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, driving efficiency and delivering results? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to take full P&L responsibility for a well-established and rapidly growing business in the labels & packaging sector .
The Opportunity:
This is a senior leadership role in a high-growth, multi-country manufacturing business.
You’ll be responsible for managing a 50+ person production facility, driving operational excellence, and ensuring KPIs are met across lead times, production efficiency, and on-time delivery.
You’ll have the autonomy to implement process-driven frameworks that enhance performance, with the full backing of senior leadership.
Your Responsibilities:
End-to-end operational leadership – overseeing production, supply chain, and plant performance
Develop & implement processes that drive efficiency, quality, and productivity
Daily engagement with managers to assess needs, resolve issues, and align teams
Budget & P&L ownership – ensuring targets are met while maintaining cost control
Continuous improvement focus – driving change and innovation within the facility
Leadership & people management – fostering a high-performance culture
The Ideal Candidate:
Experienced Operations/Plant Manager from a manufacturing or industrial background (label & packaging experience is highly desirable)
5-7 years of experience in manufacturing leadership, overseeing production operations and team management.
Proven track record in P&L ownership, budgeting, and data-driven performance management.
Strong leadership skills, with a track record of managing multi-functional teams
Process-driven, analytical mindset – uses data to inform decision-making
Experience with KPIs, Lean methodologies, and operational frameworks
A natural problem-solver with the ability to drive change and efficiency
Why Join?
Exciting growth phase – be part of a business expanding internationally
Exposure to senior leadership – report directly to the C-Suite
Career progression – clear pathway for advancement in a thriving company
Make a real impact – autonomy to drive improvements and shape operations
If you're ready for a new challenge and want to take your career to the next level, apply now!
Confidential applications only.
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