High-Tech Production Lead — Lean Ops & KPI Champion

DwyerOmega EMEA; Navan; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DwyerOmega EMEA is seeking a Production Manager to lead production operations in a high‑tech manufacturing setting. You will own production execution, inventory performance and team development while driving performance through planning, data-led decisions and KPI reporting.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will collaborate with Quality and Engineering to remove bottlenecks, improve flow and deliver measurable improvements in on‑time delivery and waste reduction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production or operational leadership role.
• Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, and inventory control.
• Experience driving operational performance through data and systems.
• ERP and operational reporting experience.
• KPI-driven manufacturing background.
• Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Production, Supply Chain and Stores teams to achieve delivery targets.
• Promote safety, quality, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Drive performance via KPIs, reports and daily management.
• Improve planning, scheduling and inventory control.
• Ensure plans and schedules are delivered efficiently.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to remove constraints.
• Lead initiatives on productivity, inventory accuracy and waste reduction.
• Coach and develop the team with clear expectations.

Skills

Production leadership

Planning & scheduling

Data-driven decision making

ERP systems

KPI management

Team development

Education

Manufacturing/Engineering/Operations qualification

Tools

ERP software

Job description

DwyerOmega EMEA is seeking a Production Manager to lead production operations in a high‑tech manufacturing setting. You will own production execution, inventory performance and team development while driving performance through planning, data-led decisions and KPI reporting.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will collaborate with Quality and Engineering to remove bottlenecks, improve flow and deliver measurable improvements in on‑time delivery and waste reduction.