Production Manager

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

Job summary

A leading pharma company based in Cork is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the manufacturing of tablets and capsules. This key role involves managing multiple teams to ensure quality and production targets are met while promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in pharmaceutical operations and possess a Level 8 degree in a relevant technical field. Excellent salary and benefits are offered for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical or Medical Device Operations.
• Ability to work in a cGMP environment.
• Sound know-how in manufacturing and process automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the manufacturing process and improve productivity.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and effective inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Process Improvement

Interpersonal Skills

LEAN principles

Team Management

Education

Level 8 Degree in Manufacturing/Science/Engineering

Masters desirable

Job description

I've just gotten a new role for a Production Manager with one of our leading pharma companies, based in Cork. This is a perm role with excellent salary and benefits package. Previous pharmaceutical experience is a must, along with excellent people management skills. If this role is of interest, please

The Production Manager will be responsible for leading, coordinating, and directing the manufacturing of tablets and capsule products in a regulated environment.

This role involves managing multiple manufacturing teams including Supervisors and Manufacturing Coordinators to meet production schedules and customer commitments.

The Production Manager will also work closely with Senior Management to support the overall site vision and initiates improvements to ensure processes meet current and future requirements for quality, growth, flexibility, and cost improvement. Additionally, the role includes ensuring performance targets are met in areas such as customer satisfaction, quality, productivity, safety, environmental compliance, and financial results

Key Responsibilities

1. Manufacturing Leadership: Lead and coordinate the manufacturing process to efficiently use resources, meet customer requirements, and improve productivity through business systems and lean manufacturing.

2. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance service, reduce costs, and manage inventory effectively. Troubleshoot production issues and report on metrics and project statuses.

3. Budget and Expenditure Management: Assist in budget preparation and ensure proper execution of operating and capital expenditure plans.

4. People Management: Structure teams with skilled individuals, promote positive employee relations, and invest in employee development while adhering to company principles and HR systems.

5. Quality and Safety: Coordinate process modifications, ensure adherence to quality and safety standards, and maintain compliance with regulations and policies.

6. Operational Excellence: Lead continuous improvement initiatives, track departmental KPIs, and drive a high-performance culture.

7. Collaborative Stakeholder Partnership: Work with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals, resolve issues, and understand customer requirements. Participate in the Operations management team for overall success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar position within pharmaceutical operations or Medical Device Operations
• Level 8 Degree in Manufacturing/ Science/ Engineering or related technical discipline. Masters desirable
• Sound know-how and experience in manufacturing, process automation, business and shop floor systems to effectively manage operations.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings, specifications, safety rules, operating
• instructions, procedure manuals and regulatory documentation
• Self-motivated, results- and solution-oriented personality
• Well-developed communication (written & oral) and interpersonal skills. With the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels of the organisation
• Good knowledge of LEAN and 6 sigma manufacturing principles
• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
• Experience working cGMP environment
• Ability to prepare monthly progress reports and capital requests
• Ability to combine and apply modern process engineering and manufacturing concepts to meet complex tasks.