Production Manager
About the role
Title: Production Manager
Carlow Brewing Company
Carlow Brewing Company is seeking an experienced and driven Production Manager to lead and optimise our core brewery operations. This is a key leadership role within a growing, quality-focused brewery, offering the opportunity to make a real impact across production, people, and performance.
Working closely with senior leadership, you will oversee brewing, production, packaging, quality functions, ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality output while driving continuous improvement across the business.
About the Role
As Production Manager, you will take ownership of the brewery’s day-to-day production operations while also contributing to longer-term planning and growth. This role suits someone who is equally comfortable on the brewery floor as they are analysing performance, improving systems, and leading teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily productions across brewing and packaging.
Manage and support departmental managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
Develop and deliver production plans aligned with business needs and capacity
Monitor and improve KPIs including efficiency, output, quality, downtime, and waste
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs
Working closely with the maintenance function to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime
Oversee budgets and drive cost control initiatives
Ensure effective inventory management of raw materials and packaging
Maintain compliance with all health & safety, food safety, and regulatory requirements
Act as a hands-on problem solver, resolving operational issues quickly and effectively
Skills and Experience
5-10 years’ experience in brewery operations, manufacturing, or food & beverage production
Strong leadership experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment
Hands-on approach with the ability to engage directly with operational teams
Strong organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Financial awareness with experience managing costs and budgets
Knowledge of production planning, quality systems, and compliance standards
A continuous improvement mindset and a proactive, solutions-focused attitude
Process improvement mindset (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies advantageous)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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