Manufacturing Engineering Manager

JO-2603-563655

Manufacturing Manager

Location: Kells, Co. Meath

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Our client is a long-established and highly respected supplier to the global biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector, with over 50 years of industry expertise.

They specialise in the design, fabrication, and delivery of high-specification stainless steel process vessels and systems, supporting critical operations across biotech and pharmaceutical production. Their end-to-end capabilities—spanning engineering, manufacturing, commissioning, and validation—enable customers to reduce time to market, optimise productivity, and maintain the highest quality standards.

This is a key leadership role within the organisation, reporting directly to the Director of Operations. The Manufacturing Manager will take full ownership of fabrication and production activities on site, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of stainless-steel vessels to a demanding pharmaceutical client base.

You will play a central role in driving operational excellence—balancing on‑time delivery, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement—while fostering a high‑performing, engaged manufacturing team.

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• Lead and oversee all manufacturing operations, with a focus on stainless steel vessel fabrication, welding, finishing, and assembly
  
• Ensure production schedules are met through effective resource planning, staffing alignment, and workflow optimisation
  
• Drive a strong culture of safety, quality, and accountability across the manufacturing floor
  
• Collaborate closely with Quality, Engineering, and Planning teams to ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry standards
  
• Monitor and improve production performance through KPIs, metrics, and lean manufacturing principles
  
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimise output
  

We are seeking a hands‑on and driven manufacturing leader with experience in fabrication or high‑volume regulated production or precision engineering environments.

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• Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership or supervisory role (ideally within fabrication, stainless steel, or pharma‑related industries)
  
• Strong understanding of production processes, capacity planning, and workflow optimisation
  
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specificationsExperience driving performance through KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives
  
• Solid knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
  
• Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, develop, and manage teams effectively
  
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  
• Proactive, solutions‑driven mindset with the ability to operate in a fast‑paced environment
  

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• Third‑level qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline
  
• Experience working in a regulated environment (e.g. pharma, biotech, food processing, precision engineering)
  
• Familiarity with stainless steel fabrication, welding standards, or pressure vessel manufacturing
  

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• Opportunity to join a well‑established and growing business in the pharma manufacturing supply chain
  
• Key leadership role with real influence on site performance and future growth
  
• Work on high‑spec, technically complex products serving global pharmaceutical clients
  
• Collaborative and supportive environment with a strong focus on quality and innovation
  

If you are interested, then please send your CV to and I’ll review the CV and reply back to you within 48 hours.

Please note that this is an on‑site position in Kells, Monday to Friday and it does not offer a hybrid working model. xcfaprz

Candidates must be eligible for full time employment without sponsorship in order to be considered.