Head of Production

G1 Search is thrilled to be partnering with an established, industry-leading manufacturing business based in the wider Cookstown area to appoint a Head of Production.

This newly created role offers an opportunity to step into a strategic position while maintaining a hands-on leadership presence at operational level. With a clear and defined pathway to Director level, this opportunity is ideal for a commercially minded operations professional who is ready to take ownership of delivery, drive growth, and influence change within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The Head of Production will be responsible for leading and managing all day-to-day operations across multiple factories, overseeing production planning and execution while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

This is an on-site leadership role based in the Cookstown area, requiring a visible, hands-on presence to effectively lead teams, drive performance, and deliver operational efficiencies.

As part of the senior management team, the successful candidate will take full accountability for a suite of KPIs and work in close partnership with the Directors to enhance performance across the board. This includes implementing and evolving the systems, structures, and processes needed to deliver on the organisations strategic objectives, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day production operations across all sites, including capacity planning, production, supply chain, health and safety, quality assurance, engineering, and warehousing.

• Ensure that technical capability and production capacity meet the demands of strategic growth and profit targets.

• Partner with the Board to develop and deliver a forward-looking production strategy that supports sustainable, profitable growth.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key suppliers to support continuity and resolve any operational issues as they arise.

• Lead, coach, and inspire a high-performing team to deliver results, while recognising and developing talent for the future.

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement across all operational areas, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, quality, and performance.

Required Experience:

• Extensive experience in a senior manufacturing or production role, with proven responsibility for leading and developing high-performing teams.

• A track record of managing multi-functional teams, delivering measurable improvements across key performance areas, and driving staff engagement.

• Demonstrated success in leading the implementation of process improvements, operational efficiencies, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels internally and externally.

Whats on Offer:

• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package

• Defined progression pathway to Director level

This is a unique opportunity for a capable and ambitious individual to make a lasting impact within a high-performing business. If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Skills:
Production Manufacturing Factory Management Operations Leadership

Benefits:
Performance Bonus

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