Your new company Your new company is a highly successful and long-established manufacturing organisation based in the Newtownabbey area, operating at the forefront of its sector. With a strong track record of investment in modern manufacturing facilities, engineering capability and continuous improvement, the business continues to grow through innovation and operational excellence. The organisation is well known locally as a stable employer, committed to health and safety, quality and the long-term development of its people. This is an environment where continuous improvement is actively encouraged, and where strong leadership has driven positive cultural change and sustained performance. Your new role As Production Manager, you will take full responsibility for the operational performance of a key production division, leading end to end manufacturing activity to ensure safe, efficient and cost effective operations. You will oversee daily production, working closely with Planning to optimise scheduling, resource allocation and output, while ensuring quality and delivery expectations are consistently achieved. A significant part of the role will involve driving continuous improvement initiatives, improving KPIs across safety, quality, cost and waste, and maximising equipment performance in collaboration with Engineering and Maintenance. You will also play a critical role in people leadership, fostering engagement, developing talent and building a high performing, accountable team within a modern manufacturing environment. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced manufacturing or production leader with a proven track record of managing high volume operations within a structured industrial environment. You will be comfortable leading large teams, driving performance through clear communication, and managing change through continuous improvement programmes. Strong operational planning, problem solving and financial awareness are essential, alongside a solid understanding of quality systems, health and safety compliance and employment legislation. You will be a confident communicator, capable of working cross functionally and reporting at senior leadership and board level. What you'll get in return In return, you will secure a senior operations role within a well invested, forward thinking organisation where your contribution will make a real and visible impact. The company offers a competitive salary, day shift working hours with flexitime, and an attractive benefits package that includes 32 days' annual leave and performance related bonuses, among other benefits. You will enjoy long term job security, the opportunity to shape operational strategy and continuous improvement initiatives, and the support of an experienced leadership team within a business that has a strong track record of developing and promoting its leaders from within. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Production Manager Operations Manager Manufacturing Manager Benefits: competitive