Manufacturing operation manager

LHH; Mediglia; In loco; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading industrial company in Italy seeks a Manufacturing Manager for its Gessate production plant. The role involves overseeing the production cycle, leading a team of over 80 employees, and ensuring operational efficiency. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and strong leadership skills. The position also requires excellent English and a commitment to safety and quality.

Competenze

• Minimum 10 years experience in production management.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Mansioni

• Oversee the entire production cycle.
• Lead, motivate, and support the production team.
• Plan and monitor production schedules.

Conoscenze

Production management

Cost control

Leadership

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Formazione

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Strumenti

MS Office

ERP systems

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

Role Purpose

To manage and organise the production processes of the plant, leading a team of 5 managers and over 80 employees, and contributing actively to the industrial leadership of the site.

Key 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 Requirements

• 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.