Head of Production — Growth & Operational Excellence

QLM Search; Ulster; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

QLM Search in Ireland is seeking a Head of Production to lead manufacturing operations across safety, quality, people and performance. You will shape the next growth phase with a strong focus on continuous improvement and delivering business objectives.

Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will develop teams, optimize efficiency, drive productivity and maintain the highest standards of food safety and compliance in a fast-moving dairy/FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• Senior experience in food, dairy, or FMCG manufacturing.
• Track record of improving operational performance.
• Strong leadership and change-management skills.
• Experience building and coaching high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop manufacturing teams, creating a high-performance culture
• Drive improvements across efficiency, productivity, yield, waste and cost
• Develop manufacturing capability to support future growth
• Champion continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Work closely with Engineering, Technical and Supply Chain to deliver business objectives
• Maintain the highest standards of safety, food quality and compliance

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing management

Continuous improvement

Safety & compliance

Job description

QLM Search in Ireland is seeking a Head of Production to lead manufacturing operations across safety, quality, people and performance. You will shape the next growth phase with a strong focus on continuous improvement and delivering business objectives.

Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will develop teams, optimize efficiency, drive productivity and maintain the highest standards of food safety and compliance in a fast-moving dairy/FMCG environment.