Are you an experienced manufacturing professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for operational excellence?

Our client, a well-established organisation in the manufacturing sector, is seeking a motivated Process Leader to oversee daily production operations, lead a team, and ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and efficiency.

What is expected of you?

Lead, motivate and develop a team to achieve planned production output and quality targets while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Monitor team performance and shift KPIs, identifying areas for improvement and reporting operational issues to management.
Support employee development through regular feedback, coaching and performance reviews.
Troubleshoot product and equipment issues, coordinating with the Maintenance team to minimise operational disruptions.
Support lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, Kaizen events and other continuous improvement activities.
Maintain effective communication between management and team members to ensure smooth shift operations.
Ensure production activities comply with established procedures, quality standards and safety requirements.

What are you expected to bring?

A Leadership or Management Diploma at MQF Level 5. Candidates with a technical qualification and/or Wireman Licence A and B will be considered favourably.
3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role, preferably within a lean manufacturing setting.
Strong leadership, interpersonal and coaching skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
A solid understanding of quality systems and manufacturing processes.
Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
A strong commitment to workplace safety, quality and continuous improvement.
The flexibility to work on a three-shift basis, including night shifts.

What’s in it for you?

An opportunity to take on a key leadership role within an established organisation.
The chance to lead, motivate and develop a team in a production environment.
The opportunity to contribute to process optimisation, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

If you are a results-driven professional who enjoys leading teams and improving manufacturing operations, this could be the next step in your career. Apply today!

Salary: €31,000-34,000 per year

Process Leader (PET)

Job Description