Plant Manager
About the role
Are you an experienced Plant Manager ready to take full ownership of site performance in a fast-paced, international manufacturing environment? ProAmpac Donegal is seeking a Plant Manager to lead our site operations, driving performance across safety, quality, production, and financial outcomes. The Role will have responsibility for both or Flex and Fiber sites in Gweedore, Donegal.
This is a senior leadership role with end-to-end responsibility for the manufacturing site. You will lead all operational functions, drive a high-performance culture, and ensure the delivery of strategic and operational objectives while continuously improving efficiency, performance, and employee engagement.
What you’ll be responsible for:
Leading overall site operations, including Safety, Quality, Production, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Logistics, and Financial performance
Delivering strong KPI performance across safety, quality, service, cost, and people
Managing budgets, controlling costs, and ensuring delivery against financial targets
Driving a Lean manufacturing culture, championing continuous improvement, waste reduction, and operational excellence
Leading S&OP alignment across demand planning, capacity planning, inventory optimisation, and new product introduction
Implementing improvements to manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, ROI, and overall plant performance
Building and leading a high-performance, engaged team culture with a focus on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Collaborating cross-functionally with HR, Sales, Product Development, and other sites to optimise business performance
Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment of operational priorities
What we’re looking for:
Proven experience as a Plant Manager or senior manufacturing leader within a fast-paced production environment
Strong track record in delivering operational performance, cost control, and continuous improvement
Experience leading S&OP processes and driving cross-functional alignment
Demonstrated ability to build and develop high-performing teams
Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and driving profitability
Solid understanding of plant safety standards and manufacturing best practices
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
Degree in Business, Engineering or Operations Management (MBA desirable)
Why join ProAmpac?
At ProAmpac, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to lead a critical manufacturing site, shape its future direction, and make a tangible impact within a growing global organisation.
Benefits:
Bike to work scheme
Company pension
Employee assistance program
On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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