Senior Director, Medical Device Manufacturing Operations

Hero Recruitment Group; Limerick; On-site; EUR 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

HERO Recruitment Group invites a Director of Manufacturing Operations to lead a global medical device site in Limerick. You will oversee Production, Procurement, Quality, Facilities, and Health, Safety & Environment, reporting to the VP & General Manager.

You will shape short- and long-term direction, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with sister sites to align supply and demand. The role requires 7+ years in senior manufacturing leadership, a third-level qualification, and strong

Qualifications

• 7+ years leading Manufacturing Operations at a senior level in a regulated environment.
• Third-level qualification in a relevant discipline, or equivalent senior management experience.
• Commercial acumen with understanding of financial and supply chain implications of operational decisions, including budgeting and planning.
• Experience within the European medical device sector is advantageous.
• Proven track record of driving continuous improvement and eliminating waste, with a best-in-class mindset.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Operations across the site, from raw materials to finished product.
• Lead the SIOP process and governance, aligning supply and demand at a strategic level.
• Sit on the SLT and shape the direction of the Operations function.
• Build, coach and develop a high-performing senior Ops team.
• Collaborate with global sister sites to drive connected, scalable performance.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing Ops

Strategic thinking

Continuous Improvement

Problem solving

Budgeting & planning

Education

Third-level qualification in a relevant discipline

Job description

HERO Recruitment Group invites a Director of Manufacturing Operations to lead a global medical device site in Limerick. You will oversee Production, Procurement, Quality, Facilities, and Health, Safety & Environment, reporting to the VP & General Manager.

You will shape short- and long-term direction, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with sister sites to align supply and demand. The role requires 7+ years in senior manufacturing leadership, a third-level qualification, and strong