Production Manager

Posted: 21st May, 2026

Title: Production Manager

Department: Production

Location: Galway

 

Production Manager

From our spirited entrepreneurial beginnings to our today’s global leadership position in the healthcare market, Nelipak has enjoyed 70 years of creating, shepherding, and leading the healthcare packaging industry – with plenty of significant milestones along the way. Nelipak Healthcare Packaging has 11 locations worldwide, and over 200 employees in its Galway facility. We are exceeding industry standards and expectations; We are Quality; We are bespoke packaging solutions, no matter the challenge; and we are always at the forefront of the healthcare packaging industry.

About the job…Production Manager, Galway

The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all production and operational activities to ensure efficiency, quality, safety, and cost targets are achieved. This role plays a critical leadership function in driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across the production environment. A key requirement of this role is to act as a change agent, leading transformation initiatives, embedding new ways of working, and supporting teams through change to improve overall performance.

Operational Management

• Lead and manage day-to-day production operations to meet output, quality, and delivery targets
• Ensure optimal use of resources (labour, equipment, materials)
• Monitor production performance and implement corrective actions as required
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and quality standards

People Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop production teams to drive high performance
• Manage workforce planning, scheduling, and performance management
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team culture
• Support employee engagement and continuous development

Continuous Improvement & Change Leadership

• Act as a change agent, driving and embedding continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, process optimisation)
• Lead and support organisational and operational change programmes
• Champion a culture of innovation, adaptability, and accountability
• Identify inefficiencies and implement sustainable improvements across processes
• Engage and influence stakeholders at all levels to ensure the successful adoption of change initiatives

Process & Performance Management

• Establish KPIs and monitor performance against targets
• Analyse production data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Drive cost control and productivity improvements
• Ensure robust reporting and communication of operational performance

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and HR
• Ensure alignment between production operations and wider business strategy
• Communicate effectively with senior management on performance, risks, and improvements

Why Nelipak?

Working at Nelipak means being part of a community that values ​​innovation, teamwork, and making a difference in healthcare. We offer:

• A Supportive Environment: A culture of support, teamwork, and mutual respect, where every member is encouraged to contribute.
• Growth Opportunities: Commitment to your professional development, with opportunities to advance within the company.
• Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary and an attractive benefits package that reflects your expertise and contribution.
• Impactful Work: The opportunity to play a crucial role in delivering innovative packaging solutions that truly make a difference in healthcare.

Skills & Abilities:

• Leadership & Team Development
• Change Management & Influence
• Strategic Thinking
• Operational Excellence
• Results Orientation
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
• Proven experience in a production/manufacturing management role
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Demonstrated ability to act as a change agent, successfully leading and implementing change initiatives
• Experience in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Third-level qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field
• Experience in a regulated environment (e.g., medical devices, pharma, food)
• Requires sitting, standing, and walking.
• Shift hours are according to work requirements and/or plant demands.
• Availability to work overtime and weekends, if necessary.

The Benefits….

The salary scale (01/03/2026) for the post is: DOE. New appointees typically enter at the minimum point of the scale. Salary reviews are completed annually.

• Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days
• Retirement Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Work/Life Balance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Recognition
• Free onsite parking
• Death in Service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• E-Learning and Development opportunities]

Interested…?

Nelipak is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer.

For a confidential discussion, or to apply, please contact Galwayhr@nelipak.com. Please note, if you apply for this role, your interest and details will remain confidential. We will not contact your current employer as part of the application. Due to the urgency of this role, candidates must be eligible to work in the jobs location to be considered for this role. The duties listed for this role are not exclusive or exhaustive, and the job holder shall perform the duties that can reasonably be expected within the scope of the position.