Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Pale Blue Dot Recruitment; Sligo; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Sligo is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead their Engineering Department. This role involves overseeing product development, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering, at least 5 years of senior-level experience in manufacturing, and strong project management skills. Immediate interviews are available for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience at a senior level within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in project and resource management.
• Quality-focused with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Engineering Department and product development.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
• Lead comprehensive asset management system development.
• Facilitate training for manufacturing teams.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or a related discipline

Tools

Manufacturing technologies

Quality Management Systems

Continuous improvement methodologies

Job description

Our client, a leading manufacturing company based in Sligo, is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to join their team on a full-time permanent basis.

Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this newly created position will lead the Engineering Department, overseeing new product and process development, process optimization, continuous improvement initiatives, and environmental functions. The Engineering Manager will drive strategic investments in manufacturing equipment, tooling, and production systems, with a strong focus on "right-sizing" — ensuring optimal flexibility, minimal investment risk, and capitalizing on emerging technologies to support growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Act as the Strategic Manager across multiple technologies, overseeing all local site services (air, water, electricity).
• Develop and implement systems, procedures, and protocols in line with Quality Management Systems and Design Control standards.
• Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety, Environmental, and Quality regulations.
• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive asset management system, incorporating all maintenance functions.
• Identify and select best-value technologies that align with operational goals.
• Prepare and manage annual operational and capital expenditure budgets.
• Oversee day-to-day team management, project resourcing, and hiring.
• Deliver profitable and timely product and project launches.
• Prioritize and drive the execution of complex engineering projects, promoting value improvements across the operation.
• Facilitate efficient transfer of process knowledge to manufacturing teams; coordinate training of production personnel on new equipment and processes.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in support of customer quality standards.
• Lead cross-functional collaborations to identify and resolve production and engineering challenges.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing engineering team, ensuring all operational, training, and health and safety standards are met.

Job requirements

• Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience at a senior level within a manufacturing environment.
• Highly organized, motivated, and goal-driven individual with strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proven expertise in project management and resource management within complex, high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Technically strong, numerate, with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Quality-focused mindset with a "Right First Time" approach and strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.
• Strong people management skills and proven team leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of modern manufacturing technologies including plastic injection moulding, metal stamping, and automation.
• Solid understanding of technology deployment and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with quality systems and standards, including PSW, PPAP, APQP, and Lean principles.
• Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to measure and improve operational effectiveness.

Immediate interviews available for suitable candidates.