Manager 1, Production Operations

Dell; Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dell Technologies in Cork is seeking a Manager 1, Production Operations to lead a front-line manufacturing team and drive operational excellence across safety, quality and cost.

You will develop high-performing teams, foster accountability, and work with cross-functional partners to optimize site performance, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and deliver stretch results in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3rd level qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or similar.
• 5+ years hands-on experience in manufacturing.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Clear, confident communicator across all levels of the business.
• Natural leader who can motivate and guide teams.
• Ability to engage, develop, and inspire high-performing teams.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations and operational excellence.
• Willingness to lead operations on a 4 cycle shift if/when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a manufacturing team to achieve and exceed KPIs.
• Drive operational excellence through planning, execution, problem-solving, and performance management.
• Collaborate with Cork Manufacturing Leadership Team to optimize site performance.
• Foster continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability.
• Champion employee engagement, inclusion and wellbeing.
• Lead change initiatives and support strategic priorities across manufacturing.
• Ensure high standards of safety, quality, compliance, and operational discipline.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Problem‑solving

Continuous improvement

Education

3rd level degree (Engineering/Manufacturing/Business)

Job description

Manager 1, Production Operations

We're hiring a manager to join our Manufacturing Operations team in Cork.

What you’ll achieve

As a Manager 1, Production Operations, you will lead a front-line manufacturing team at our Cork site, driving operational excellence through people, performance, and continuous improvement.

You will play a pivotal role in developing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation, and delivering outstanding results across safety, quality, service, and cost.

You will:

• Lead and develop a manufacturing team to consistently achieve and exceed key performance indicators.

• Drive operational excellence through effective planning, execution, problem-solving, and performance management.

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners and the Cork Manufacturing Leadership Team to optimize site performance and achieve strategic goals.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability, encouraging teams to challenge the status quo and deliver stretch performance.

• Champion employee engagement, inclusion, and wellbeing while creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.

• Lead change initiatives and support the execution of strategic priorities across the manufacturing organization.

• Ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, compliance, and operational discipline are always maintained.

Essential Requirements

• 3rd level qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g., Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or similar)

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience working in a manufacturing environment

• Strong organisational skills — you can juggle multiple priorities and keep things on track

• Clear, confident communicator who can work across teams and talk to all levels of the business

• A natural leader who can motivate and guide a team

• Ability to engage, develop, and inspire high‑performing teams.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, processes, and operational excellence principles.

• Must have the flexibility and willingness to lead operations on a 4 cycle shift operation if / when required

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices

• Familiarity with production planning tools or shop floor systems

Here’s our story; now tell us yours

Dell Technologies helps organizations and individuals build a brighter digital tomorrow. Our company is made up of more than 150,000 people, located in over 180 locations around the world. We’re proud to be a diverse and inclusive team and have an endless passion for our mission to drive human progress.

What’s most important to us is that you are respected, feel like you can be yourself and have the opportunity to do the best work of your life -- while still having a life. We offer excellent benefits, bonus programs, flexible work arrangements, a variety of career development opportunities, employee resource groups, and much more.

We started with computers, but we didn’t stop there. We are helping customers move into the future with multi-cloud, AI and machine learning through the most innovative technology and services portfolio forthe data era. Join us and become a part of what’s next in technology, starting today.

You can also learn more about us by reading our latest Diversity and Inclusion Report and ourplanto make the world a better place by 2030here.

Application closing date:19 November 2026

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