Manufacturing Manager - Steel

LHH; Casalmaiocco; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading industrial company in Italy is seeking a Manufacturing Manager for its Gessate plant. The role involves overseeing production efficiency and quality while leading the production team. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, over 10 years of production management experience, and excellent English communication skills. This position offers a strategic role with travel requirements and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Competenze

• Minimum 10 years of experience in production management and cost control.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Availability to travel and hold a valid driving license.

Mansioni

• Oversee the entire production cycle ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Optimize processes and promote best practices.
• Lead and coach the production team.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Problem-solving

Change management

Communication

Continuous improvement

Formazione

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Strumenti

MS Office

ERP systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Manufacturing Manager – Gessate Plant. A leading industrial company operating in the steel sector is seeking a Manufacturing Manager for its production plant located in Gessate. The selected candidate will report directly to the Operations Director Italy (who is also the Plant Director of Gessate) and will be part of the plant leadership team. This role represents a strategic link within the organisation, acting as a direct connection between production activity managers and plant management, with the aim of ensuring efficient production processes and achieving “right first time” results.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire production cycle, ensuring quality, on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and workplace safety.
• Optimise processes and production systems, promoting the adoption of best practices.
• Lead, motivate, and support the production team through coaching and continuous training.
• Plan and monitor production schedules to meet both business and customer requirements.
• Track and analyse KPIs, implementing corrective actions to enhance performance.
• Collaborate with other business functions to improve productivity and operational innovation.
• Foster a stable, safe, and compliant working environment.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, providing feedback and development plans.
• Focus on margin optimisation and operational efficiency improvement.

Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar (equivalent to a Master’s degree or V.O. degree).
• Solid experience (minimum 10 years) in production management and cost control, preferably in structured industrial environments.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office and ERP systems.
• Availability to travel; valid driving licence.
• Experience in technologically advanced and/or sustainable sectors (e.g. automotive) will be considered an asset.
• Proven track record in managing complex production teams.
• Excellent leadership, results orientation, problem-solving, and change management skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, able to engage with all organisational levels.
• Well-structured and organised working approach, with the ability to operate autonomously and lead teams towards goals.
• Integrity, professional ethics, and a strong sense of responsibility.