Factory Manager – Food industry
Location: Monaghan County
Initial relocation assistance is also provided
£70 000 - £80 000 plus impressive benefits
Sector: Food Manufacturing
My client, who are an internationally respected food business, are recruiting for a hands-on Factory Manager to lead their Added Value/Retail Processing area within a fast-paced food manufacturing facility in Ireland.
This role requires a strong floor presence and the ability to work closely with Planning, Dispatch, Operations, and Health & Safety teams to ensure production targets are achieved safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will be supported by a team of Supervisors and Line Leaders.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead day-to-day production operations in a high-volume processing environment
* Deliver output targets while maintaining quality and food safety standards
* Collaborate with Planning and Dispatch to meet customer demand
* Ensure full compliance with HACCP and Irish food safety regulations
* Drive continuous improvement and cost control initiatives
* Coach and develop Supervisors and Line Leaders
Requirements
* At least 5 years proven experience in a Factory Manager/Operations Manager or senior production role within food manufacturing
* Experience in poultry, fish, or breaded/processed products desirable
* Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach
* Experience working in a fast-paced factory environment
* Solid understanding of Health & Safety and food safety compliance
Competitive salary and career development opportunities available.
If you are an experienced production leader ready to take ownership of a key manufacturing area, we would like to hear from you