Head of Operations (Manufacturing)
- Sligo
- Permanent
- Nov 6, 2026
Head of Operations (Manufacturing)
€90,000 - €110,000 + Bonus + Progression to Directorship + Benefits
Sligo, Ireland (Commutable from: Bundoran, Ballyshannon, Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Ballina, Manorhamilton and surrounding areas)
Are you an experienced Operations Manager, Head of Operations or Manufacturing Manager from a Food Production, Manufacturing or Automation background looking to join a growing business offering autonomy, strategic responsibility and a clear route to Directorship?
On offer is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and expanding company, where you will take ownership of operational performance, implement improvements and play a key role in driving long-term business growth.
This established business operates within the Industrial Automation and Engineering sectors, delivering specialist solutions to customers across a range of industries. Due to continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their senior leadership team.
In this Monday - Friday, office-based role, you will oversee day-to-day operations across multiple departments, including Production, Engineering, Procurement and Supply Chain. You will be responsible for improving operational efficiency, managing budgets, developing teams and implementing processes to support continued expansion.
This role would suit an experienced Operations Manager, General Manager or Head of Operations looking for a senior leadership position offering significant autonomy, excellent earning potential and the opportunity to progress into Directorship.
The Role:
- Oversee operations across Engineering, Production, Procurement and Supply Chain.
- Drive operational performance, continuous improvement and business growth.
- Manage budgets, resources, departmental performance and senior teams.
- Monday - Friday, office-based position with progression to Directorship.
The Candidate:
- Operations Manager / Head of Operations / General Manager / Operations Director.
- Strong operational leadership experience within Food Production, Manufacturing or Automation.
- Experience managing multiple departments, budgets and operational processes.
- Commutable to Sligo, Ireland.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.
We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
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€90,000 - €111,000 per annum + Training + Progression + Benefits
Per annum
Permanent
Job Type
Engineering
Discipline
BBBH282096_1793974800
Reference Number
06 Nov 2026
Posted
Jamie Davies
Associate Director
