Lean-Driven Manufacturing Operations Leader

National Vehicle Distribution; Dublin; Híbrido; EUR 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Leave Purchase Programme

Long Service Awards

Staff Purchase Schemes: Tyres

Staff Purchase Schemes: Tools

Bike to Work

Discounted Gym Membership

Death In Service Benefit

Digital GP Service

Descripción de la vacante

National Vehicle Distribution (NVD) is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day manufacturing and conversion operations. You will drive safety, productivity, quality, and cost efficiency across production lines, bridging strategic targets with floor execution.

The role oversees plant maintenance, supply chain coordination, inventory management, and continuous improvement initiatives while building a high-performing team and ensuring ISO compliance.

Formación

• Education: degree in engineering, Operations Management or related field desirable but not essential.
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive operations management experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma principles ERP systems and ISO standards (Desired)
• Leadership: Proven track record of managing frontline supervisors and cross functional teams with strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills.

Responsabilidades

• Production Management: Direct daily operations to meet production schedules, output targets, and customer demand while minimizing downtime.
• Continuous Improvement: Spearhead Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste, shorten lead times, and optimize workflow efficiency.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce strict EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) policies, ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining zero accidents on site.
• Quality Assurance: Partner with Quality teams to maintain high product quality standards, root out defect causes, and ensure ISO/industry compliance.
• Budget & Cost Control: Manage operational budgets, control labour/material costs, and track key operational metrics with the Cafco Balanced Scorecard.
• Team Leadership: Hire, mentor, and build a high-performing operations team, fostering clear communication and cross-functional accountability.
• Supply Chain & Inventory: Coordinate with procurement and logistics to align raw material inputs and finished goods inventory with demand forecasts.

Conocimientos

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

ERP systems

ISO standards

Leadership

Educación

Engineering degree

Operations Management degree

Herramientas

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

National Vehicle Distribution (NVD) is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day manufacturing and conversion operations. You will drive safety, productivity, quality, and cost efficiency across production lines, bridging strategic targets with floor execution.

The role oversees plant maintenance, supply chain coordination, inventory management, and continuous improvement initiatives while building a high-performing team and ensuring ISO compliance.