Engineering Manager

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From our spirited entrepreneurial beginnings to our today’s global leadership position in the healthcare market, Nelipak has enjoyed 70 years of creating, shepherding, and leading the healthcare packaging industry – with plenty of significant milestones along the way. Nelipak Healthcare Packaging has 11 locations worldwide, and over employees in its facility. We are exceeding industry standards and expectations; We are Quality; We are bespoke packaging solutions, no matter the challenge; and we are always at the forefront of the healthcare packaging industry.
Engineering Manager, Galway
The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and managing a team of engineers to deliver high‑quality products, systems, or services. This role combines people leadership, technical oversight, and delivery accountability, ensuring engineering work aligns with business objectives, quality standards, and timelines
People Leadership & Team Management
Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, fostering high performance and engagement
Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, goal setting, and career development planning
Support recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning within the engineering team
Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement

Plan and manage engineering workloads, resourcing, and priorities
Partner with Product, Operations, Quality, and other stakeholders to deliver on commitments
Track delivery against timelines, quality, cost, and performance metrics
Address risks, dependencies, and escalations proactively
Driving the use of the QMS for effective root cause and corrective actions

Drive a Continuous Improvement culture within the department that drives Overall Equipment Efficiency for the plant
Drive process improvements, tooling enhancements, and efficiency initiatives
Champion innovation and adoption of new technologies or methods where appropriate
Develop a strategy around relevant Asset replacement where appropriate

Drive preventative maintenance best practice, maximising greater efficiency
Developing the appropriate leading KPI’s to support the site’s overall metrics
Drive a team-based approach to problem-solving with the other site functions
Ensure relevant expenditure is within target budget requirements
Fully support internal and external audits relevant to the department
Continually review functional effectivity and take appropriate action

Degree (level 7 or above) in Engineering (preferably Polymer / Mechanical)
Lean / Six Sigma qualifications with strong problem-solving skills
Typically, 5+ years in a similar Role Proven experience managing and developing engineering teams
Strong technical background relevant to the engineering function
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to balance technical depth with people management and delivery focus
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capability
Experience working in cross‑functional environments

Learning and development opportunities with an Education Assistance Programme

A Supportive Environment: A culture of support, teamwork, and mutual respect, where every member is encouraged to contribute.
Growth Opportunities: Commitment to your professional development, with opportunities to advance within the company.
Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary and an attractive benefits package that reflects your expertise and contribution.
Impactful Work: The opportunity to play a crucial role in delivering innovative packaging solutions that truly make a difference in healthcare.

Working at Nelipak means being part of a community that values ​​innovation, teamwork, and making a difference in healthcare. We offer:
A Supportive Environment: A culture of support, teamwork, and mutual respect, where every member is encouraged to contribute.
Growth Opportunities: Commitment to your professional development, with opportunities to advance within the company.
Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary and an attractive benefits package that reflects your expertise and contribution.
Impactful Work: The opportunity to play a crucial role in delivering innovative packaging solutions that truly make a difference in healthcare.

Nelipak is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer.
For a confidential discussion, or to apply, please contact . Please note, if you apply for this role, your interest and details will remain confidential. We will not contact your current employer as part of the application. Due to the urgency of this role, candidates must be eligible to work in the jobs location to be considered for this role. The duties listed for this role are not exclusive or exhaustive, and the job holder shall perform the duties that can reasonably be expected within the scope of the position.
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