Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Our client, a leading manufacturing company based in Sligo, is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to join their team on a full-time permanent basis.

Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this newly created position will lead the Engineering Department, overseeing new product and process development, process optimization, continuous improvement initiatives, and environmental functions. The Engineering Manager will drive strategic investments in manufacturing equipment, tooling, and production systems, with a strong focus on "right-sizing" — ensuring optimal flexibility, minimal investment risk, and capitalizing on emerging technologies to support growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Act as the Strategic Manager across multiple technologies, overseeing all local site services (air, water, electricity).

• Develop and implement systems, procedures, and protocols in line with Quality Management Systems and Design Control standards.

• Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety, Environmental, and Quality regulations.

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive asset management system, incorporating all maintenance functions.

• Identify and select best-value technologies that align with operational goals.

• Prepare and manage annual operational and capital expenditure budgets.

• Oversee day-to-day team management, project resourcing, and hiring.

• Deliver profitable and timely product and project launches.

• Prioritize and drive the execution of complex engineering projects, promoting value improvements across the operation.

• Facilitate efficient transfer of process knowledge to manufacturing teams; coordinate training of production personnel on new equipment and processes.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in support of customer quality standards.

• Lead cross-functional collaborations to identify and resolve production and engineering challenges.

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing engineering team, ensuring all operational, training, and health and safety standards are met.