Site Operations Manager - New Manufacturing Facility - County Meath Location: Co. Meath Salary: €60-70K (DOE) + Private medical & great benefits Job Type: Full-time, Permanent MCS Group is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Site Operations Manager to oversee the commissioning and day-to-day operations of a brand-new manufacturing facility in County Meath. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to lead a state-of-the-art production site from project phase through to full-scale operations. The Opportunity: This role will be instrumental in ensuring operational readiness during the setup phase, working alongside senior leadership, project teams, contractors, and regulatory bodies. Once the site is live, you will take full ownership of all operational activities, ensuring compliance, safety, quality, and performance targets are achieved. Key Responsibilities: Lead the on-site commissioning and start-up of a new facility producing animal nutrition products Ensure full compliance with group and regulatory standards, including quality, HSE, and industry accreditations Support HR in recruiting, onboarding and training the site team Oversee operational budgets, cost control, and financial reporting Deliver safe, timely and efficient manufacturing output aligned with customer needs Provide leadership and mentorship to build a high-performing site culture Drive lean principles across the site - including tools such as 5S, SMED, TPM, and Gemba Collaborate with senior stakeholders to deliver strategic and performance goals Essential Criteria: Recent experience in a similar operational management or site leadership role Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills Excellent problem-solving ability and a hands-on, practical mindset Full UK/Irish driving licence and flexibility to travel when required Eligibility to live and work in the UK or Ireland Desirable Qualifications (not essential): Degree in engineering, business or related discipline Lean Six Sigma certification Project Management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2) Health & Safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH) Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to join a business at a pivotal moment of growth and innovation. You'll play a key leadership role in shaping a new operation from the ground up and contribute to the long-term success of a highly respected company in the agri-food and manufacturing space. To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Ben Picking, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs All conversations will be treated in the strictest of confidence. Not all agencies are the same MCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google. Skills: food manufacturing management operations nutrition Benefits: Private medical