Production Manager Manufacturing Sector
Location: Outside Omagh, Co. Tyrone
Salary: £55,000 £65,000 Dependant on Experience + benefits
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Production Manager ready to take ownership of a high-performing manufacturing operation? This is a standout opportunity to join a well-established, forward-thinking company experiencing sustained growth. Youll lead a skilled team, drive operational excellence, and shape the future of production within a modern, dynamic environment.
If you thrive on improving processes, motivating people, and delivering results, this role gives you the platform and the autonomy to make a real impact.
Key Responsibilities
Youll lead the full production function, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality output. Responsibilities include:
- Overseeing day-to-day production operations, ensuring targets for output, quality, and efficiency are consistently met
- Leading, coaching, and developing production teams, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Implementing lean manufacturing principles, driving waste reduction, process optimisation, and cost efficiency
- Managing production planning and scheduling to meet customer demand and delivery deadlines
- Monitoring KPIs and performance metrics, using data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety standards, promoting a safe working environment and continuous safety improvement
- Collaborating with engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to resolve issues and enhance operational performance
- Managing budgets, resources, and staffing levels, ensuring optimal utilisation
- Driving quality standards, ensuring products meet customer and regulatory requirements
- Leading root-cause analysis and corrective actions to address production issues
- Supporting new product introductions, ensuring smooth integration into production
- Championing continuous improvement initiatives, encouraging innovation and operational excellence
- Reporting regularly to senior management on performance, challenges, and strategic recommendations
About You
Youll be a strong fit if you bring:
- Proven experience as a Production Manager or similar leadership role in a manufacturing environment
- Strong people-management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
- A track record of improving processes, productivity, and quality
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and a data-driven mindset
- Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Whats on Offer
This role offers more than just a competitive salary it offers a career-defining opportunity:
- £55,000 £65,000 salary, depending on experience
- Opportunity to lead and shape a growing production function
- Supportive senior leadership team with a genuine commitment to improvement
- Long-term career progression within a stable and expanding business
- Modern manufacturing environment with ongoing investment in people and technology
- Cash plan health Insurance (Family can be added)
- Early finish on Fridays
Skills:Lean Production Material flow Production Line Management Optimise Production
Benefits:Paid Holidays Parking Pension Fund Medical Aid / Health Care Laptop
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