Shift Manager

Embecta; Dún Laoghaire; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Embecta Corp. in Ireland seeks a seasoned Shift Manager to lead a large 24/7 production team in a highly automated environment. You will drive Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People (SQDCP) while coaching staff and optimizing production planning.

Candidates bring strong supervisory experience, knowledge of Lean manufacturing and cGMP/FDA/ISO, and a record of improving performance with teams. This onsite role offers exposure to MES, SAP and Workday systems and opportunities to advance

Qualifications

• Strong supervisory experience leading large shift teams.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with cGMP/FDA/ISO requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a large 24/7 production team in a highly automated environment.
• Drive SQDCP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People) performance.
• Coach and develop subordinates, manage production planning and problem solving.
• Support plant continuous improvement and cross-training as needed.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Supervisory leadership

People management

Production planning

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

MES

SAP

Workday

Job description

embecta is a global medical device company with a 100-year legacy in insulin delivery and diabetes care. Driven by innovation, purpose, and a commitment to improving lives, we are expanding our portfolio of solutions to serve even more patients, healthcare providers, and communities around the world.The Shift Manager is responsible for leading a large production team within a 24/7, highly automated manufacturing environment, ensuring strong performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People (SQDCP). The role combines hands-on production leadership with people management, coaching, production planning, problem-solving and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will bring strong supervisory experience, technical awareness and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and cGMP/FDA/ISO requirements, with the ability to drive performance while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and employee engagement.Responsibilities:Ensuring that SQDCP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost & People) objectives are met in a timely and efficient manner.Effectively managing, motivating and coaching a large shift team in a highly automated environment.Demonstrate Safety First Leadership to ensure associates are engaged in maintaining and operating work areas, equipment and processes in a safe and orderly manner.Create an environment to promote engagement through good communications, regular reviews of performance and by exhibiting the embecta leadership standards. Develop subordinates team members through involvement, delegation and assigning special projects where appropriate.Assist with the selection, hiring and training of personnel. Maintain a high standard of industrial and employee relations by ensuring implementation of uniform interpretation of company policies and procedures.Use computer systems as required to maximise efficiencies across production, HR and other relevant areas – e.g., MES, SAP, Workday, etc.Determine and assist with resolving root causes of line problems, quality issues and waste. Background knowledge of application of appropriate techniques for this such as lean manufacturing and six sigma tools would be advantageous.Actively support the plant Continuous Improvement program and complete cross training as required to ensure flexibility across the shift.Maintain channels of communication with the site leadership team, direct reports, service departments, employee representatives and third party service providers.Educational Requirements and Relevant Experience:Third level qualification coupled with extensive and relevant work experience.Previous training courses and qualifications would be advantageous related to People Management Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Thorough knowledge of production management principles and supervisory skills.Knowledge of budgetary control proceduresProduction planningLean ManufacturingKnowledge of principles of cGMP/FDA/ISOEngineering practices – Technical awareness, fault finding techniquesGood interpersonal skills combined with excellent communication ability #LI-DF1#LI-ONSITEembecta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.